India Tours & Travel Packages

Tourism in States & Cities of India

Day 01: Arrive Delhi

Assistance on arrival by our Company Representative at International Delhi airport, transfer to hotel, relax & overnight in Delhi. (Meals: No Meals)

Day 02: Delhi

After breakfast take a sight seeing tour of Old & New Delhi.
Morning visit Old Delhi: The important places in Old Delhi include the majestic Red Fort, the historical Chandni Chowk and if time permits you can visit Raj Ghat the Memoir of Mahatma Gandhi.

Afternoon visit New Delhi visit the Rashtrapati Bhawan, the one-time imperial residence of the British viceroys; the India Gate, a memorial raised in honour of the Indian soldiers martyred during the Afghan war; the Laxmi Narayan Temple, built by the Birlas, one of India's leading industrial families; Qutab Minar, built by Qutub-ud-din Aibek of the Slave Dynasty; and the lotus-shaped Baha'i Temple. (Meals: Breakfast)

Day 03: Delhi - Mandawa (275 kms - 5 hrs)

After breakfast checkout and drive to Mandawa, traditional welcome on arrival transfer to Hotel. Rest of the day visit compact little town of Shekhavati region comprising of Forts and Havelis of beautiful frescoes. While touring this town a painted arched gateway adorned with Lord Krishna and his cows leads to the bazaar. The town where the finest of the Shekhavati frescoes can be seen. It's Havelis still bear witness to the rich & prosperous Marwari era of the 19th century. Worth visiting are the Aath Haveli complexes, Anandilal Poddar Haveli, Bansidhar Bhagat Haveli & Chokhani Haveli. Evening enjoy folk dance and music. Overnight at hotel. (Meals: Breakfast)

Day 04: Mandawa - Bikaner (175 kms- 3 hours)

After breakfast checkout and drive to Bikaner, on arrival transfer to hotel. Later in the evening visit Camel Breeding Farm - a unique experience where you can ride on a camel & have perhaps the first taste of camel's milk. Evening free to relax. Overnight at hotel. (Meals: Breakfast)

Day 05: Bikaner

After breakfast take a sight seeing tour of Bikaner covering Junagadh Fort - constructed between 1588 and 1593 by Raja Rai Singh, fort has a 986 meter long wall with 37 bastions & two entrances, Bhand Sagar Temple - The 16th century Jain temple, is the most important of this temple complex.  Later in the evening take an excursion tour to Deshnok Temple situated in semi desert village at a distance of 30 kms, this place is famous for Karni Mata Temple where you will see thousands of rats roaming freely in the temple complex and are held sacred. If one sees white rat in the temple complex, than it is believed to be very lucky. Enjoy sunset from here over the small dunes & drive back to Bikaner for overnight. (Meals: Breakfast)

Day 06: Bikaner - Gajner - Jaisalmer (333 kms - 6 hours)

After breakfast checkout and drive to Jaisalmer, enroute take an off beat track to see Gajner Lake & Palace surrounded by Gajner wild life sanctuary. Later proceed to Jaisalmer, arrive and check into hotel. Afternoon free to relax or enjoy the city atmosphere. Evening visit Gadisar Lake, Overnight at hotel. (Meals: Breakfast)

Day 07: Jaisalmer

After breakfast take a sight seeing tour of Jaisalmer covering Jaisalmer Fort - built on the highest point of the Tricuta hill, consisting of 99 bastions. Outstanding features are Megh Durbar & various temples, Salim Singh-Ki-Haveli & Patwon-Ki-Haveli - some of the beautiful mansions with stone carving and latticework of breath taking intricacy. Rest of the day free to relax, Early evening drive to Sam Sand Dunes - 45 kms enroute visit the ancient Temple of Lodurwa, Amar Sagar and Mool Sagar Lakes. Arrive Sam Sand Dunes and transfer on Camels and enjoy camel rides on the dunes till the sunset. Drive back to Jaisalmer for overnight. (Meals: Breakfast)

Day 08: Jaisalmer - Manvaar (170 kms - 3 hours)

After breakfast checkout and drive to Manvaar, (Manvaar is village which falls under Shergarh Taluka and Shergarh Taluka is known for its highest sand dunes in the Thar Desert) on arrival at Manvaar Desert Resort transfer by Jeeps to Manvaar Campsite in between the sand dunes, all deluxe amenities available in the pitched camps at the dunes including attached bath with hot & cold water, sitting area & separate bedroom. After settling at the camps transfer on Camels and enjoy the rugged desert safari till sun set while on the safari you will have a chance of visiting tribal villages & will get to see the Bishnoi tribes, also in this area you will see lot of black buck Deers. Return to the Resort, Enjoy campfire with folk dance and music while you have dinner. Overnight in the tents. (Meals: Breakfast & Dinner)

Day 09: Manvaar - Jodhpur (110 kms - 2 hours)

Early After breakfast one can take camel safari at the time of sun rise, later checkout and drive to Jodhpur, on arrival transfer to hotel. Day free to relax till 1500 hrs, later visit Mehrangarh Fort, Jaswant Thada and Umaid Bhawan Palace. Evening visit Balsamand Lake and Palace, overnight at the hotel. (Meals: Breakfast)

Day 10: Jodhpur - Deogarh (160 kms - 4 hrs)

Morning checkout & drive to Deogarh, on arrival transfer to Deogarh Palace Hotel or Rawla Jojawar. This 17 the century Palace is a commanding structure, standing atop a hill offering a panoramic view of the Aravalli mountain range and the numerous lakes, spread through out the countryside. With its greying battlements, domes, turrets, jharokhas and huge gateways. After freshen up take a toy train ride into the villages near Deogarh & visit Dashavtar Temple & Manstambha Temple. Evening explore the villages of Deogarh, overnight at the hotel.

 

Day 11: Deogarh - Ranakpur - Udaipur (276 kms - 4 hours)

After breakfast drive to Udaipur. Enroute visiting one of best Jain Temples of the World – The Ranakpur Temples of 12^th Century which stands on 1444 carved marble pillars each pillar carved differently from others a carries a diety statue in each Pillar. Proceed to Udaipur, on arrival transfer to hotel. Afternoon free to take a walking tour on your own through the narrow lanes and back streets of Udaipur up to the Washing Ghats at the lake Pichola. Visit Lake Palace Hotel in the evening if you wish to have dinner at the Palace Hotel situated in between Lake Pichola. Overnight in Udaipur. (Meals: Breakfast)

Day 12: Udaipur

After breakfast sightseeing tour of Udaipur visiting The City Palace and Museum is considered as the largest palace complex in Rajasthan comprising of Jagdish Temple which was built in 1651 AD, Crystal Gallery & Durbar Hall all in the vicinity of City Palace Complex. Later visit Maharana Pratap Memorial it has the bronze statue of Maharana Pratap, the legendary warrior king of Udaipur. Sahelion Ki Bari is a small ornamental garden built in the honour of royal ladies. Late afternoon enjoy a two hour boat-ride on Lake Pichola visiting many Ghats (banks) of washing, bathing etc and enjoy excellent views of the Lake Palace and City Palace. Evening one can visit Nagda Ruins comprising of Sas Bahu Temple & Eklingji Temples on the lake Bagel, drive back to Udaipur for overnight. (Meals: Breakfast)

Day 13: Udaipur - Pushkar (275 kms - 5 hours)

After breakfast checkout & drive to Pushkar, on arrival transfer to hotel. Later visit Pushkar Lake which is believed by the Hindus to be as old as creation, has been a place of pilgrimage through the centuries. There are 52 bathing Ghats built around the lake. Also visit the only temple of Lord Krishna. Pushkar draws thousands of tourist every year in the month of November to witness the Pushkar Fair. Evening free to relax, overnight in Pushkar. (Meals: Breakfast)

Day 14: Pushkar - Samode (180 kms - 3 to 4 hrs)

After breakfast drive to the old caravan city of Samode locked up in its walls and dominated by the castle. On arrival transfer to Samode Palace Hotel, later visit the Palace, the Sheesh Mahal- the hall of mirrors. Late afternoon take camel cart ride to explore the Samode Fort and the semi desert village of Samode, evening free to relax at the Palace Hotel, overnight in Samode. (Meals: Breakfast)

Day 15: Samode - Jaipur (50 kms - 1 hr)

After breakfast drive to Jaipur. Arrive Jaipur and transfer to hotel. Afternoon sightseeing tour of Jaipur including, City Palace in the heart of Jaipur is known for its blend of Rajasthani and Mughal architecture. Not far away is the Central Museum. Jantar Mantar is the largest of the five observatories built by Sawai Jai Singh. The Hawa Mahal or the Palace of Winds was constructed for the royal ladies to watch the royal processions without being seen. Evening visit Chokhi Dhani - an ethnic resort serving Rajasthani cuisine with live music and puppet shows in an ambiance of an ethnic village. Return to the hotel for overnight. (Meals: Breakfast & Cultural Dinner at Chokhi Dhani Resort)

Day 16: Jaipur

After breakfast excursion to Amber Fort, situated just outside the city, You can have the unique experience of traveling on elephant back to and from the top of the hill on which the fort is situated. Rest of the day is kept free for individual activities or shopping the most famed markets of Jaipur of handicraft, gems & fabrics. Evening if you wish you can visit Nahargarh Fort to see it illuminated by flood lights. Overnight in Jaipur. (Meals: Breakfast)

Day 17: Jaipur – Tribal Villages of Deoli – Ranthambhor (180 kms – 4 hrs)
After breakfast checkout & drive to Ranthambhor enroute visiting the tribal villages of Deoli where our driver will take you inside the village & one of the tribal house to have a closer look into the life & living style of this tribe. Later proceed to Ranthambhor on arrival transfer to hotel. Day free to relax or take a swim in the pool at the hotel. Early evening a brief of Ranthambhor National Park Wild life Habitat followed by Jungle safari to Ranthambhor National Park famous for  housing the Royal Bengal Tigers. Chances are very high to spot Tiger in this reserve, other animals found here include varieties of Deer, Sloth Bear, Blue Bull, Jungle Cat, panther, leopard & a lot of bird life. Relax & over night in Ranthambhor. (Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner)

 

Day 18: Ranthambhor
Early morning take a Jungle safari again to the National Park to try your luck to spot & shoot the tiger by your camera. Return to the hotel for breakfast. After breakfast visit the Massive Ranthambhor Fort a flight of 100 steps will take you atop the fort which have different chambers but now leis in state of ruin. The Fort houses a very ancient & famous Temple of Lord Ganesha – Elephant Headed God which attracts thousands of devotees every week. Enjoy the panoramic view of the National Park from the fort, later visit Jogi Mahal. Afternoon free to relax at the poolside. Evening enjoy Jungle Safari again at the National Park, overnight in Ranthambhor. (Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner)

 

Day 19: Ranthambhor - Fatehpur Sikri - Agra (300 kms - 7 hrs)

After breakfast checkout & drive to Agra enroute visit the old Mughal dynasty at Fatehpur Sikri, visit Panch (five) Mahal, Buland Darwaza (Mighty Gate), and Shrine of Shaikh Salim Chisti. Later drive to Agra, on arrival transfer to hotel. Evening visit the grand Taj Mahal to see it over the sun set. one can also visit the famous inlay work handicraft market of Agra. Overnight in Agra. (Meals: Breakfast)

Day 20: Agra - Delhi (200 kms - 4 hours) - Back Home

Early morning one can visit the Taj Mahal to see it over the sunrise, later in the day visit Agra Fort, Ittamuddaulahs Tomb and Moti Masjid. Later checkout and drive to Delhi, on arrival transfer to International airport to board the flight back home. (Meals: Breakfast)

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