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Rajasthan Heritage Tour
Duration : 10 Nights/ 11 Days
Places to See : Delhi - Agra - Jaipur - Udaipur - Nathwada - Eklingji - Udaipur
Places to See : Delhi - Agra - Jaipur - Udaipur - Nathwada - Eklingji - Udaipur
Day 1 : Delhi
Arrival at Delhi
Reach Delhi. Our local tour manager will give a warm welcome at the airport. Transfer to your hotel. Relax. India's capital and a major gateway to the country. Down the ages the region in and around modern Delhi saw lalkot built in the mid 11th century, siri established by allauddin khilji, tughlakabad and ferozabad built by the tughlaks followed by the city of the lodhis and then came shahjahanabad, capital of the mughals under shah jehan. New Delhi also reflects the legacy the British left behind. The division between new and old delhi is the distinction between the capitals of the British and the mughals respectively.
Overnight at Delhi.
Day 2 : Delhi
Breakfast at hotel.
Proceed for day tour of Old & New Delhi.
OLD DELHI - A sight-seeing tour of Old Delhi would entail visiting the Raj Ghat - the memorial site where Mahatma Gandhi was cremated; Jama Masjid - the largest mosque in India and the Red Fort - once the most opulent fort and palace of the Mughal Empire.
Cycle rickshaw ride from Jama Masjid to Chandni Chowk.
NEW DELHI - An extensive sight-seeing tour of New Delhi would include a visit to the Humayun's Tomb, the Qutub Minar, a drive along the ceremonial avenue - Rajpath, past the imposing India Gate, Parliament House, the President's Residence and would end with a drive through the Diplomatic Enclave.
Evening will be at leisure. Overnight Delhi.
Day 3: Delhi - Agra
By road covering 201 km in 4hr.
Proceed by surface for Agra after breakfast. Reach Agra and check into hotel. Badal Singh established the city of Taj in 1475. Agra finds mention in the Mahabharat as Agraban. This city in those days was considered to be the sister-city of Mathura, which was more prominent than Agraban. Agra came into its own when the Lodhi Kings chose this place beside the RIVER YAMUNA to be their capital city. Sikander Lodhi made Agra his capital but Babar defeated the Lodhis to capture not only Agra but also laid the foundation of the Mughal empire.
In the Mid 16th century and earlier 17th century Agra witnessed a frenzied building activity and it was during this time when the symbol of love Taj Mahal was built. The buildings made during this era were purely in the contemporary Mughal style and of very high quality. The same is still reflected in whatever monuments remain in Agra. The narrow lanes of Agra filled with aroma of Mughlai cuisine, the craftsman who are busy in crating master pieces with their skill all remind of the Mughal royalty which this city had once experienced. Today whatever remains, has become a major tourist attraction which has taken Agra again to the heights of glory but this time as a major tourist destination of India.
Proceed for sight-seeing.
Visit the TAJ MAHAL - one of the Seven Wonders of the World was built by Shah Jahan in 1631 AD and was completed in 1651AD. Taj Mahal - The symbol of Love was built in the memory of Mumtaz Mahal (Shah Jahan' s second Wife).
AGRA FORT - Built by the famed Mughal emperor Akbar in 1565 AD, the fort is predominantly of red sandstone. Ensconced within is the picture perfect Pearl Mosque, which is a major tourist attraction. After Agra Fort we will visit BABY TAJ -
The interiors of which are considered better than the Taj. Shopping or relax in the evening. Overnight at Agra.
Day 4 : Agra - Jaipur
By road covering 221 km in 6hr.
Proceed to Jaipur after breakfast.
Visit Fatehpur Sikri en-route.
The deserted, red Sandstone City, Emperor Akbar built that as his capital and palace in the late 16th century is an exhilarating experience. Also visit the Buland Darwaza, the largest gateway in the world.
Continue your drive to Jaipur. Reach Jaipur.
JAIPUR - The origins of the beautiful city of Jaipur can be traced back to the eighteenth century, during the reign of Jai Singh II who ascended the Amber throne in 1699. Jaipur today, epitomizes the spirit of Rajputana .Jaipur thrills the soul with its massive forts, magnificent palaces, exquisite temples and lush gardens.
Overnight at Jaipur.
Day 5 : Jaipur
Breakfast at hotel.
Proceed for morning excursion to Amber Fort.
Elephant ride ascent to the fort.
AMBER FORT PALACE - Amber is the classic romantic Rajasthani fort palace. Its construction was started by Man Singh I in 1592, and completed by his descendent Jai Singh I. It's forbidding exterior belies an inner paradise where a beautiful fusion of Mughal and Hindu styles finds it's ultimate expression. Proceed to JAIGARH FORT.
JAIGARH FORT - Jaigarh used to be the royal arsenal. The view of the city of Jaipur from this picturesque fort on top of a hill is truly an experience of a lifetime.
Return to city. Relax in the evening. Overnight at Jaipur.
Day 6 : Jaipur
Breakfast at hotel.
Proceed for morning sight-seeing of Jaipur covering the important palaces and monuments.
CITY PALACE - A delightful blend of Mughal and traditional Rajasthani architecture, the City Palace sprawls over one-seventh of the area in the walled city. It houses the Chandra Mahal, Shri Govind Dev Temple and the City Palace Museum.
JANTAR MANTAR - This is the largest and the best preserved of the five observatories built by Jai Singh II in different parts of the country. This observatory consisting of outsized astronomical instruments is still in use.
HAWA MAHAL - The ornamental facade of this "Palace of Winds" is a prominent landmark in Jaipur. Its five-storey structure of sandstone plastered pink encrusted with fine trelliswork and elaborate balconies. The palace has 953 niches and windows. Built in 1799 by Pratap Singh, the Mahal was a royal grandstand for the palace women.
Shopping in the city. Overnight at Jaipur.
Day 7 : Jaipur - Udaipur
(Flight) Proceed to the airport for flight to Udaipur.Breakfast at hotel. Proceed for Udaipur.
Reach and check in at hotel.
The city of Dawn, Udaipur is a lovely land around the azure lake, hemmed in by the lush hills of the Aravallis. A vision in white drenched in romance and beauty, Udaipur is a fascinating blend of sights, sound and experiences and inspiration for the imagination of poets, painters and writers.
Its kaleidoscope of fairy-tale palaces, lakes, temples, gardens and narrow lanes strewn with stalls, carry the flavor of a heroic past, epitomizing valor and chivalry. Their reflection in the placid waters of the Lake Pichhola is an enticing sight.
Udaipur is the jewel of Mewar -a kingdom ruled by the Sisodia dynasty for 1200 Years.
Proceed for Evening Motor launch cruise on the placid waters of Lake Pichola. From he boat you will be able to view the city of Udaipur as it rises majestically above the lake in the middle of the Rajasthan desert. Also visit the Jag Mandir Palace - the other island palace in the middle of the lake. Spend some time at the Jag Mandir Palace.
Relax in the evening. Overnight at Udaipur.
Day 8 : Udaipur - Nathwada - Udaipur
By road covering 48 km in 1 ½ hr.
Breakfast at hotel.
Proceed to Nathwada away from Udaipur for a day visit. Reach and visit the temple.
At about 48 km from Udaipur in Rajasthan lies a very popular dham, Nathdwara set amidst idyllic hills on the left bank of the Banas river, Return to Udaipur by evening. Spend evening in the old city and have dinner in one of the beautiful lake facing haveli hotels.
Overnight at Udaipur.
Day 9 : Udaipur - Eklingji - Udaipur
By road covering 22 km in 1 hr. Breakfast at hotel.
Proceed for sight-seeing tour of Udaipur in the morning, stopping first at City Palace. Here you will marvel at rooms with mirrored walls and ivory doors, colored glass windows and inlaid marble balconies and the Peacock Courtyard.
Visit the 300-year-old Jagdish Temple and the Royal Cenotaphs of the Rajput kings.
Proceed to Eklingji after lunch. Eklingji is 22 km from Udaipur and is famous for its 108 temples complex protected by a high fortified wall.
Shri Eklingji, the family deity of the ruler of Mewar is associated with Lord Shiva. The village is also known as Kailashpuri - the abode of Shiva. The chief temple is built of granite and marble.
The walled complex encloses an elaborately pillared hall or landing under a large pyramidal roof and has four-faced image of Lord Shiva in black marble. Another prominent temple in this complex is the Lakulish temple dating to 971 AD.
Return to Udaipur. Overnight at Udaipur.
Day 10 : Udaipur - Delhi
By flight.
Breakfast at hotel.
Spend morning at leisure in Udaipur. Roam around the old city markets or sit by the lakeside. Relax for the day.
Afternoon to Delhi.
Relaxation & last minute shopping.
Day 11 : Delhi - Home
Transfer to airport for flight home with sweet memories of India.
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