Glimpse of Rajasthan

Duration:

05 Nights / 06 Days

Destination Covered:

Jodhpur-Jaisalmer-Bikaner-Jaipur

Reviews

  • India Real Heritage Destinations ! Our tour was well organized and amazing. It was very quick and easy to work with our tour manager Mr. Pragya Chandra. Travel docket was well prepared with all of the details and information we needed, plus recommendations and suggestions. Our driver Anil was excellent, especially in India’s busy streets! He was very pleasant, respectful and always on time. We would love to have him as our driver again. Jodi Parker and Family, United States of America, January 2015
  • A wonderful travel agency! My son and I had a wonderful trip along with a fantastic driver and guide. I appreciate the care and attention you had given us in coming up with our itinerary. Thank you so much for your all positive effort! John, New York, USA, January 2015
  • Rapid Golden Triangle I had a wonderful experience in Golden Triangle Tour of North India! Everything was pre plan according to my itinerary, taken care of and I still felt I had the freedom to do what I wanted. I got to see and do so much more than had I tried to do this trip solo. Excellent recommendations from my tour desirner who made us program adaptable to my wishes and price range. My driver was knowledgeable about each locations and gave great suggestions on activities for me (photography related) Echo Blum, United Kingdom, December 2014
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  • The trip was great! Everything worked very well The travel itself was well elaborated, the hotels were very well equilibration, from the more basic ones to the luxury resorts as the Dune or the Taj Malabar in Cochin. A very special experience was the trip on the boat (Spice Coast Cruises) -> simply great!
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    As a summary we were extremely satisfied with the travel and the organization from Shanti Travel.
    Thank you very much for your support, give her our warm regards. Claudia Reinhardt, German, September 2014
  • Rajasthan Royal Fantastic “Very happy with the trip. Rohit Poddar, our Tour Designer was very efficient and thorough! Accommodation was great and we’d like to travel again with Crocus Travel.” Michael, UK, Rajasthan, August 2014
  • Golden Triangle India “Awesome experience! Everything was taken care of & I still felt I had the freedom to do what I wanted. I got to do so much more than had I tried to do this trip solo. Excellent recommendations always !” Miriam, Spain, July 2014
Tour Description

Overview

‘Glimpse of Rajasthan’ is well designed package which will give you the chance to explore the most popular cities of Rajasthan. The state is known as ‘The Land of Great Kingdoms’. The essence of culture and tradition of Great Rajput kingdoms spread over the entire state, embellished with forts and palaces. Rajasthan is the most popular tourist destination of India. Jaipur known as Pink city and the land of Maharajas, Jodhpur which is popular as ‘Blue City’, is quite famous for its blue buildings. Jaisalmer and Bikaner are gateway to the desert expanse of The Great Thar deserts. The duration of the package is 5 nights and 6 days, covers some of the best destinations in Rajasthan which include Jodhpur, Jaisalmer, Bikaner and Jaipur. 

Itinerary

Day 01: Jodhpur (Arrival) 
 
Upon your arrival in Jodhpur, check into the hotel. 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 traveller spots remain as a living demonstration of the quality, traditions and culture. The original city lies inside the fortified walls of the fort however now the city has extended over outside the wall and spared gradually. 
 
Upon arrival at Jodhpur, get transferred to the hotel. Check in at the hotel. After freshen up.Later, visit the Mehrangarh Fort and Jaswant Thada. It is a shimmering white marble mausoleum that was built in the memory of Maharaja Jaswant Singh II.
 
Later, roam around the local markets of Jodhpur, there are plenty of the handicraft items are available in the markets of Jodhpur. While shopping you can feel the colors of the traditional city the, return to the hotel for overnight stay.
 
Day 02: Jodhpur - Jaisalmer (By Road-285 kilometers) 
 
Post breakfast in the morning, leave by road for Jaisalmer. It is one of the most romantic places in India and also exotic destination for Indian as well as foreign tourists. Jaisalmer, is also known as the “Land of Sands”, famous for its majestic forts, rich in culture and tradition.
 
Upon arrival, check into the hotel to rest. In the evening, visit the famous Golden Fort. 
Stay overnight in the hotel.
 
Day 03: Jaisalmer  Sightseeing
 
After breakfast in the hotel, proceed on a sightseeing tour of Jaisalmer.  You will visit the main attractions you will visit here include the Jaisalmer Fort, Salim Singh-Ki-Haveli and Patwon-Ki-Haveli and  Megh Durbar. The evening is booked to enjoy a camel ride in the Sam sand dunes. 
Stay overnight in the hotel.
 
Day 04: Jaisalmer to Bikaner (By Road-330 Kilometers) 
 
In the morning, proceed to the next destination-Bikaner. A vast expanse of glistening desert, the city lies in the northern region of the state. It was founded by the Rathore Prince- Rao Bikaji in 1488 AD. Famous for Camel Safaris, it boasts of the world’s largest Camel research and breeding farm.
 
After reaching Bikaner, Check in to the hotel. After freshen up, proceed to explore massive Junagarh Fort. The fort was built in 1593 AD by Raja Rai Singh- the sixth ruler of the city. Thereafter, visit the Laxmi Niwas Palace, an erstwhile residence of the former ruler- Maharaja Ganga Singh. It is a wonderful example of Indo-Saracenic style and now serves as a luxury hotel. Also visit the National Research Center on Camel. 
Return to the hotel for overnight stay.
 
Day 05: Bikaner - Jaipur (By Road-336 Kilometers)
 
Today after breakfast, proceed to Jaipur. After arriving, check into a city hotel. After freshen up, 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. 
 
City palace complex is located within the heart of Jaipur, which includes the Chandra Mahal and Mubarak Mahal palaces and other buildings. It was built by Sawai Jai Singh II between 1729 and 1732 AD. You may also visit Jantar Mantar Observatory this monument was built by Sawai Jai Singh, which is listed UNESCO World Heritage Site
 
Visit Jal Mahal, located at Man Sagar Lake, this fort was built in the 18th century and feels equally haunting and enchanting. After Jaipur sightseeing, return back to the hotel in the evening. 
Stay overnight at Hotel in Jaipur.
 
Day 06: Jaipur (Departure)
 
In the morning, embark on a road journey to the Amber Fort, Feel the luxury enjoyed by the royals as you take an elephant ride up to the Amber 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. Post lunch proceed to the Airport/railway station of Jaipur to take your onward journey. 
We hope you have enjoyed your trip and look forward to organizing your next tour with us.
Tour Highlights

Tour Highlights

Tour Highlights:
  1. Visit the Mehrangarh Fort and Jaswant Thada.
  2. Visit the famous Golden Fort
  3. Visit Jaisalmer Fort, Salim Singh-Ki-Haveli and Patwon-Ki-Haveli and  Megh Durbar
  4. Visit Junagarh Fort, Laxmi Niwas Palace & National Research Center on Camel
  5. Visit Hawa Mahal, City palace complex, Jantar Mantar Observatory and Jal Mahal
  6. Explore Amber Fort
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