Overview
New Delhi is a capital of India. Its spectacular history and vestiges of lost empires guarantee its place in the cannon of great ancient city, yet the city’s infrastructure, financial, political hub unmask its true metropolitan nature.
Agra is known for Taj Mahal, which is described as the most extortionate monument ever built for love. It was built by Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan which was dedicated to his beautiful wife Arjumand Bano Begum popularly known as Mumtaz Mahal. It is the final resting place of the queen, splendidly created for her remembrance. The beauty of Taj Mahal not only brings joys in viewer’s eyes but also is a feast to senses. After from this it is one of the most important historical city of India.
Rajasthan is known as The Land of Great Kingdoms, Rajasthan is India’s largest sate by the area. It is also one of the most popular state for travel destination. The state is located on the extreme north side of the country. The state contains one of the widest and forbidding desert which is Thar Desert, also known as The Great Indian Desert, it also shares the border of Pakistan and river Sutlej and Indus. It is surrounded by the Aravalis which is known as one of the oldest mountain range.
‘Colorful Rajasthan Tour’ which is 09 nights and 10 days itinerary gives an opportunity to explore the cultural heritage, Monuments, traditions of the most popular places of India, such as Delhi-Agra, Fatehpur Sikri,Jaipur,Jodhpur, Ranakpur, Udaipur and Pushkar.
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrive at Delhi
Upon arrival in Delhi, meet our representative, after welcome, transfer to the hotel. Upon arrival, check in at your pre booked hotel. Rest day is free at leisure, you can explore the nearby places along with market to buy some authentic Indian goods. Overnight stay at hotel.
Day 2: Delhi
After breakfast, proceed for city tour of Delhi, visit some of the popular attractions of the city such as Laxmi Narayan Temple, India Gate, Parliament House, Red Fort, Jama Masjid, Gandhi memorial, Jantar Mantar and Qutub Minar. All these attractions hold historical importance. After sightseeing, return to the hotel for dinner. Overnight stay at hotel.
Day 3: Delhi-Agra(By Road-233kms)
After breakfast, dive to Agra. Upon arrival in Agra, check-in to the hotel. After freshen up. Leave for a sightseeing tour of Agra. Visit Agra Fort, Sikandra, Itmad-Ud-Daulah.
The Agra fort was built by Akbar between 1565 -1573. This fort is built alongside the banks of River Yamuna and stretches for a length of almost 2.5 km. The fort is made using splendid pieces of red sandstone and white marble and the inner area inlaid with various semi-precious stones.
Nur Jahan the wife of Jahangir built a tomb for her father Mirza Ghiyas-ud-din, who died in 1622. The tomb was called as Imad-Ud-Daula. The tomb is built entirely of white marble. As its unique architectural style and structure, the tomb also called “Baby Taj”. This monument is situated near Taj Mahal and Agra Fort.
Later, return to the hotel. Spend the evening at leisure. You can go out to explore the local market of the Agra. Stay overnight at the hotel.
Day 4: Agra-Fatehpur Sikri-Jaipur
Today early morning, proceed to visit the Taj Mahal at sunrise. Taj Mahal, seventh wonder of the world, the beauty of Taj Mahal not only brings joys in viewer’s eyes but also is a feast to senses.
Return to the hotel for breakfast and then check out. Start heading towards Jaipur and en-route visit Fatehpur Sikri. Fatehpur Sikri was built during the second half of 16th century by Mughal emperor in an homage to famous Sufi Saint Salim Chisti. Fatehpur Sikri is situated at 37 kms from Agra.
On reaching Jaipur, check-in to the hotel. Enjoy a comfortable overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 5: Jaipur
Today after breakfast, proceed to visit main attractions of Jaipur including Hawa Mahal, The palace was designed for the royal women, so that they could see the festivals of the city without coming out of the palace. It was built of red and pink sandstone. You can get the best Rajasthani handcraft, clothing, souvenirs, jewelry etc nearby Hawa Mahal, do some sopping here.
Visit Jal Mahal, located at Man Sagar Lake, this fort was built in the 18th century and feels equally haunting and enchanting. Other spots to be visited are Amer Fort, About 11 kilometer north of the Jaipur city center Amber Fort Palace is located. It is the main attraction of Jaipur. Amber was the capital of the Kachhwaha Rajputs for 700 years. Nahagarh Fort It is located on the foothill of Aravali. It provides the excellent view of the Jaipur city. Nahargarh was the strong defense ring for the city and other attractions.
After Jaipur sightseeing, return back to the hotel in the eveing. Stay overnight at Hotel in Jaipur.
Day 6: Jaipur-Jodhpur(By Road-340kms)
Post breakfast leave for next destination, Jodhpur. The second largest city of Rajasthan is Jodhpur, it is also known as the metropolitan city of the State. The city was established in 1459 by Raja Jodha, a Rajput chief of the Rathore clan. Jodhpur also popular for its forts, palaces, temples and the stark landscape of the Thar Desert. Due to the vivid blue-painted houses around the Mehrangarh Fort, it also called the “Blue City”. Jodhpur traveler spots remain as a living demonstration of the quality, traditions and culture.
Upon arrival, check in to the hotel. After you freshen up, proceed for city tour of the Jodhpur including the palaces, forts, museums and lakes of Jodhpur. Begin your tour with a visit to the famous Mehrangarh Fort which is one of the largest forts in India. The Mehrangarh Fort is the largest fort in Rajasthan, it is located in the old city of Jodhpur. It built atop a 150 meter high hill in 1459 by Rao Jodha, who moved his capital here in 1459 and established the Mewar kingdom. The fort has survived from many of the battles, as is evident today from the marks of cannonballs on the fort walls.
Later, you can visit attractions such as Kaylana Lake, Phool Mahal, Umaid Bhawan Palace and Jaswant Thada. After visiting the different attractions of this beautiful city, return to the hotel for dinner. Stay overnight at the hotel.
Day 7: Jodhpur-Ranakpur-Udaipur
After breakfast, proceed to Ranakpur. Ranakpur, is renowned for its Jain temples.The exquisite Jain temples of Ranakpur are a touch of glowing white marble in this green hilly part of Rajasthan.
After sightseeing, proceed to Udaipur, which is also known as “City of Lakes”. The city has clean lakes dotted with isles, which are decorated with ancient forts and palaces. Check-in at the hotel, Rest day is free at leisure, you can walk around the nearby places and explore the vibrant culture of the town. Overnight stay at hotel.
Upon arrival, check-in to the hotel and enjoy the rest of the evening at leisure. Stay overnight at the hotel.
Day 8: Udaipur
This morning, after you munch your breakfast, leave for a sightseeing tour to Udaipur.
Udaipur, known as the City of Lakes is a city rich in cultural heritage. The city showcases the imperial Rajput era and takes one back to the glorious past. This beautiful city is also referred to as “Venice of the East”. The place has a number of historical monuments, palaces and forts which are there in the remembrance to Maharana Udai Singh II who founded the city.
Begin with a visit to the City Palace, Jagdish Temple, Jag Mandir and Saheliyon-Ki-Bari. After visiting all these attractions, enjoy your day on the banks of the Lake Pichola which is known as the crown of the city. Later, return back to the hotel and stay overnight.
Day 9: Udaipur-Pushkar(By Road-317kms)
Post breakfast, drive straight to Pushkar. Pushkar is known as one of the ancient existing city of India. It is the town of Ajmer district which is located 14 kilometre away from Ajmer. It is also one of the most important pilgrim destination for Hindus. Pushkar is famous for Bramha Temple, Pushkar Lake and Pushkar Camel Fair.
Upon arrival, you take a dip in the Pushkar Lake, it is one of the important pilgrim for Hindus and taking a dip in this lake is said to cleanse the sins of individual. It is also claimed to have medicinal properties and is said to cure skin disease and enjoy the beauty of Rose Garden.
Later, you check in to the hotel and stay overnight.
Day 10: Pushkar-Delhi(By Road-414kms)
Today is the last day of the tour, after breakfast, dive to Delhi. On arrival in Delhi, get off at railway station/ airport/ bus stand and carry on with your onward journey. We hope you have enjoyed your trip and look forward to organizing your next tour with us.