Maharajas of Rajasthan

Do you still get fascinated with the tales of bravery, pride, valour and splendour of Rajasthani Maharana's? If yes, then get ready to experience majesty and royal elegance with Royal Rajasthan tours where every grain of gravel sand will narrate you, self witnessed accounts of treasured royal chivalry. Covering Delhi, Agra and different parts of Rajasthan Tour including the famous Bikaner, Neemrana, Mandawa, Jaisalmer, Khimsar, Rohet Garh, Deogarh, Udaipur, Pink city Jaipur and ending at the Taj Mahal of Agra, Royal Rajasthan Tours is a regal retreat for those to explore the royal roots.

Duration: 15 Nights / 16 Days
Places Covered: Delhi - Neemrana - Mandawa - Bikaner - Jaisalmer - Khimsar - Rohet Garh - Deogarh - Udaipur - Jaipur - Agra

Day 01 : Arrive Delhi Maharajas of Rajasthan

On arrival in New Delhi - the capital of India, meet our local Royal Rajasthan tours representative at the airport be escorted to your hotel. Evening is at leisure. You may visit the city's local bazaars. Overnight at to your hotel.

Day 02 : Delhi
Next morning after breakfast at the hotel, leave for a full day sightseeing tour of New & Old Delhi. Visit the Qutab Minar Complex, dominated by the 238 feet minaret followed by the spectacular Rajpath, passing the triumphant House of Parliament, Diplomatic Enclave, President's House, India Gate & the famous Birla Mandir. In the afternoon, visit the Great Red Fort along with a visit to Raj Ghat - the cremation site of Mahatma Gandhi. Later walk through Chandni Chowk, the old marketplace of Old Delhi. Evening is free at leisure to explore the city and the bazaars on your own. Overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 03 : Delhi - Neemrana (122 kms, Approx 4 hrs)
After a leisurely breakfast at the hotel drive to Neemrana. Neemrana Fort was built by the hands of Maharaja Devi Singh in the year 1464 A.D. in a horseshoe cavity placed in the old Aravalli hill range in the ancient village of Neemrana. Arrive and check in to your hotel for overnight stay.

Day 04 : Neemrana - Mandawa
Early morning after breakfast, drive to Mandawa. On arrival, check in at the hotel. This desert village is often called the 'Open Air Art Gallery of Rajasthan'. Towering high above the town Mandawa, this rugged, handsome Mandawa fort guides the tired and weary traveller to its portals. Overnight stay at your hotel.

Day 05 : Mandawa - Bikaner
After breakfast visit the enchanting village of the Shekhawati region known for ethnic Rajasthani architecture during trip to Rajasthan. Drive to Bikaner in afternoon. Like many other trip to Rajasthan cities, it is surrounded by a high, battlement wall. Upon arrival, check in at your hotel for overnight.

Day 06 : Bikaner Sightseeing
After breakfast, leave for Bikaner tour. This desert town in the North Rajasthan is largely well-preserved and less visited place on the tourist circuit. The tour of Bikaner starts with Rajasthan forts a visit to Junagarh Fort with its superb stone carving. Also visit to the famous Lalgarh Fort which is called one of the best Forts in Rajasthan, where a walk towards private quarters Bikaner's King can be taken. Return to your hotel for overnight stay.

Day 07 : Bikaner - Jaisalmer
After an early breakfast today, proceed to Jaisalmer. On arrival, check into the hotel. Jaisalmer is a fascinating golden mirage city in the heart of Thar Desert. The commanding fort etched in yellow sandstone stands in splendor and offers a breathtaking view to this ancient city. Overnight at the hotel.

Day 08 : Jaisalmer Sightseeing
After breakfast at the hotel, leave for visiting forts in Rajasthan and the Jaisalmer's sightseeing. Visit Jaisalmer Fort built in 1156, crowning Trikuta Hill with its honey colored walls that rise and fall with the contours of the terrain. Later in the day we proceed for excursion of 'Sam', 45 km away is known for its enormous sand dunes that make a surrealistic landscape patterned by the wind. This excursion also includes the unique experience of Camel Ride. Overnight is at the hotel.

Day 09 : Jaisalmer - Khimsar
After breakfast you drive to Khimsar located in the outskirts of Rural trip to Rajasthan. Upon arrival, check in at the hotel for your overnight stay.

Day 10 : Khimsar - Rohet (140 kms Approx. 3 hrs)
After breakfast, the day is at leisure to explore the village or take a Jeep Safari ride to nearby villages. Later in the afternoon, drive to Rohetgarh. On arrival and check in at the hotel.

Day 11 : Rohet - Deogarh
Early next morning after breakfast, drive to Deogarh. On arriving you wonder if the rulers have been serious players in the Mewar aristocracy. The magnificent fort is a fitting stronghold for one of its sixteen "umraos" - the most senior feudal barons attending on the Maharana of Udaipur who was Maharajas of Rajasthan. Upon arrival, check in at your hotel.
Trip to Rajasthan

Day 12 : Deogarh - Udaipur
After a leisurely breakfast drive to Udaipur this morning, en-route at Ranakpur. You will get a look at the Rajasthani countryside as you drive through scenic mountains. Set in a remote and peaceful valley, the site homes exquisite Jain Temples in India. The main temple, dating back from 1439 is called the "Four-faced temple", dedicated to Adinath. Upon arrival at Udaipur, check in at hotel. Drive to the pier for an evening boat ride on Lake Pichhola. Enjoy the charm of The Lake Palace, once a royal island retreat and now a luxurious hotel seeming to float upon the waters of Pichola. Drive back to the hotel overnight.

Day 13 : Udaipur Sightseeing - Jaipur
After breakfast, leave for a Royal Rajasthan tours visiting the City Palace, the white and majestic royal palace standing on a hill, surrounded by crenellated walls. After this, visit Sahelion-Ki-Bari, bringing to mind the unique lifestyle of the ladies of court. The final stop is at Bharatiya Lok Kala Mandala, a museum of folk art, musical instruments and paintings. Watch a puppet show from the world-renowned puppeteers of Udaipur. Late afternoon drop to the airport for your flight to Jaipur. Coloured in pink, Jaipur is the capital city of Rajasthan. Upon arrival at Jaipur, meet our representative at the airport and be escorted to you hotel. Overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 14 : Amber Fort Excursion - Jaipur City Tour
Today early morning leave for an excursion tour to Amer Fort. Riding a caparisoned elephant from the foothill to the ancient forts in Rajasthan is a unique experience there. Later noon, depart for a tour of Jaipur old city's Hawa Mahal" is an extraordinary façade of multiple airy windows used by the court ladies to watch the outside activities without being seen during trip to Rajasthan. Drive back to your hotel for your overnight stay.

Day 15 : Jaipur - Agra & Sightseeing
After an early breakfast you drive to Agra. En-route visit to the abandoned and nearly intact Mughal city of Fatehpur Sikri, comprising the remains of the Akbar's new capital built in year 1570, and deserted it after 15 years due to shortage of water. After arrival at Agra, check in at hotel. Followed by a visit to the Magnificent Wonder of the Taj Mahal; an incredible lacy white grandeur built by Emperor Shahjahan in memory of his loving wife Mumtaz Mahal. Overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 16 : Agra Sightseeing - Delhi - Onward Destination
After breakfast at the hotel, visit Agra Fort. Explore the 16th century Fort, located on the bend of the River Yamuna, almost in the heart of town. Built by Akbar in 1565-73, this impressive fort is known for its finesse. Later continue driving back to Delhi and straight to the International airport to board flight for onward destination.

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