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Forts & Palaces Tour |
DURATION : 12 Days / 11
Nights
DESTINATIONS COVERED : Delhi - Agra - Jaipur - Bikaner - Jodhpur - Narlai - Udaipur |
| Day 1 : Arrive Delhi |
Arrive
Delhi and meet our representative at the arrival hall. In the afternoon proceed
on a tour of the capital city. The important places in Old Delhi includes the majestic Red Fort, the
historical Chandni Chowk, besides Raj Ghat and Shanti Vana. In New Delhi
includes 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 Laxminarayan 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 |
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| Day 2 : To Agra |
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Morning drive to Agra. Arrive Agra and check - in at hotel.
Later proceed for the city sightseeing tour visiting The Taj Mahal, which is
entirely made of white marble and its walls are decorated with exquisite pietra
dura (stone inlay) work. Also visit Agra Fort (also called the Red Fort), which
retains the irregular outline of the demolished mud-wall fort of the Lodis. The
Tomb of Itmad-ud-Daula is located in a walled garden overlooking the Yamuna.
Akbar's tomb at Sikandra, is a magnificent gateway covered with floral and
geometrical arabesque decoration in white and coloured marble with four elegant
minarets |
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| Day 3 : To Jaipur |
Early morning leave for Jaipur- the
pink city visiting Fatehpur Sikri enroute. Fatehpur Sikri was intended to be the
capital city but the shortage of water and unrest in the north-west made Akbar
abandon it. Also visit Keoladeo Bird Sanctuary, Bharatpur. The most eagerly
awaited of the lot being the gravely threatened Siberian crane. A bike or
rickshaw ride through the length and breath of this sanctuary is an
unforgettable experience. Continue journey to Jaipur. Arrive Jaipur by late
afternoon and check - in at hotel. There are many dinner options available to
dine in one of the finest Palace hotels that Jaipur boasts of. |
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| Day 4 : In Jaipur |
Morning 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. 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. |
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| Day 5 : To
Bikanaer |
Morning free at your disposal. Intime transfer to Railway
Station to board Intercity Express train to Bikaner - once a major trading post between Africa, West Asia and the Far East. Arrive
Bikaner and transfer to hotel. |
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| Day 6 : In Bikaner |
Morning
sightseeing tour of Bikaner including The Junagarh Fort, built by Rai Singh
between 1588 and 1593, has a 986-metre-long wall with 37 bastions. Also visit
the government-managed Camel Research and Breeding Farm is only one of its kinds
in Asia. |
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| Day 7 : To Jodhpur |
Morning drive to Jodhpur - Gateway
to the Thar desert. Arrive Jodhpur and check in at hotel. Afternoon sightseeing
tour of Jodhpur including The Mehrangarh Fort situated at an altitude of about
125 metres is spread over an area of 5 sq. km and has seven gates. The Jaswant
Thada is a white marble memorial built in memory of Maharaja Jaswant II in 1899.
The Umaid Bhawan is a majestic building that presently functions as a hotel and
museum. The Mandore Gardens, situated about 8 km from Jodhpur, has cenotaphs of
the Jodhpur rulers. The Government Museum and Zoo are located in the pleasant
Umaid Gardens. |
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| Day 8 : To Narlai |
Morning drive to Narlai.
Arrive Narlai and check - in at hotel. Afternoon free to explore the typical
Rajasthani village surrounding the fortress or climb the 350 ft high granite
rock which is dotted with caves and temples and which offers spectacular views. |
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| Day 9 : To Udaipur |
Morning drive to Udaipur. Arrive Udiapur
and check - in at hotel. Afternoon free to take a walking tour on your own
through the narrow lanes and back streets of Udaipur upto the Washing Ghats at
the lake Pichola. Visit one of the fine downtown restaurants for an optional
dinner. |
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| Day 10 : In Udaipur |
Morning sightseeing tour of
Udaipur visiting The City Palace and Museum is considered as the largest palace
complex in Rajasthan. Pratap Memorial has the bronze statue of Maharana Pratap,
the legendary warrior king of Udaipur. Jagdish Temple which was built in 1651
AD. Saheliyon Ki Bari is a small ornamental garden. Afternoon free for
independent activities. |
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