Overview
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 also known as the land of culture and traditions, its heartfelt songs and the sprightly dances, the ancient folk traditions and rich handicrafts. ‘The Village Tour of Rajasthan’ is well designed package, where you can feel the real rhythm of life with full of traditions and culture while exploring the ethnic villages, forts, palaces along with the other architectures of the place.The culture of Rajasthan reflects the ancient Indian way of life. There is a vast heritage of folk culture from villages which is often depicted symbolic of the state. Along with that you will also get an opportunity to explore the some of the great Mughal monuments along with other historical monuments in Delhi and Agra including renowned Taj Mahal which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Taj Mahal is described as the most extortionate monument ever built for love. During this tour you will also get the chance to explore the Elephanta caves which is one of the most popular rock-cut cave temple which comes under a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It is a large group of five Hindu caves and two Buddhist caves located only few kilometers away from the city center of Mumbai, Also visit the major attractions in Mumbai. The duration of the tour is 13 nights and 14 days, covering the places such as Delhi, Agra, Jaipur, Samode Village, Nimaj Village, Jodhpur via Delwara, Udaipur and Mumbai.
Itinerary
Day 01: Arrival at Delhi (By flight)
On arrival at Delhi Airport, our representative will greet and welcome you with our Indian tradition after your arrival. You will be escorted to your confirmed accommodation. Check in to your accommodation and take rest after your long flight journey. After that our representative will show you our tour itinerary catalogue as you planned.
Overnight at Delhi
Day 02: Old Delhi and New Delhi sightseeing
Have your breakfast and proceed for Delhi sightseeing by visiting the Raj Ghat - the memorial site where Mahatma Gandhi was cremated; Jama Masjid - the largest mosque in India. NEW DELHI - An extensive sight-seeing tour of New Delhi would include a visit to the Humayun's Tomb, the QutubMinar, 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. In the afternoon, have your lunch and then continue for the remaining sightseeing. After the end of the tour, return back to the hotel and relax.
Overnight at Delhi
Day 03: Delhi - Agra (By Road 200 kmsapprox)
Have your morning breakfast and check out from the hotel and drive to Agra. It will take 4 to 5hrs approx. On arrival you will be escorted to your accommodation. Check in and take rest. After that we will proceed for Agra sightseeing. Visit the Taj Mahal , an enduring monument to love, with a continually fulfilling beauty. Agra Fort, containing the Pearl Mosque - the rusty and majestic red- sandstone fort of Agra stands on the banks of the river Yamuna and the construction was started by Emperor Akbar in 1566. At the Diwan-I-Khas (hall of private audience) where marble pavilions with floral inlays lend an ethereal ambience, the Emperor sat on his gem-studded peacock Throne and met foreign ambassadors and rulers of friendly kingdoms. Also visit Itmad-up-Dau’s tomb, built by Noorjehan in memory of her father. Take your lunch in the afternoon and continue for the remaining sightseeing. After the end of our tour we will return back to hotel.
Overnight at Agra
Day 04: Agra – Jaipur via FatehpurSikri (By Road 260 kms)
Have your morning breakfast and then proceed to Jaipur. It will take 5 hrs approx. En- route visit to FatehpurSikri. built by Emperor Akbar in 1569 to commemorate the birth of his son and later abandoned due to scarcity of water. Visit the remains, it fortifications within the city including Jama Masjid, Tomb of Salim Chisti, Panch Mahal and other palaces. On arrival you will be escorted to your accommodation. Check in and take rest. After that we will proceed for Jaipur sightseeing, which is also known as Pink City. Take your lunch in the afternoon and continue for the remaining sightseeing. After the end of our tour we will return back to hotel.
Overnight at Jaipur
Day 05: Jaipur
Have your breakfast and then proceed for Jaipur sightseeing. Bu visiting 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. 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. 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. Their five-storey structures of sandstone plastered pink encrusted with fine trelliswork and elaborate balconies.Take lunch in the afternoon and then we will continue for the remaining sightseeing. After the end of our tour we will return back to hotel.
Overnight at Jaipur
Day 06: Jaipur – Samode (By road 60 kmsapprox)
Have your breakfast and then proceed for Samode Village and explore the village and sightseeing. In the afternoon, have your lunch and then after the end of the tour, return back to your accommodation and relax.
Overnight at Jaipur
Day 07: Jaipur – Nimaj Village (By road 250 kmsapprox)
Have your breakfast and check out from the hotel and then drive to Nimaj. It will take 5-6 hrs approx. On reaching Nimaj, check into your accommodation and relax. After that proceed to the famous Durga temple. After that return back to your accommodation and relax.
-
Tent accommodation is operational from October to March every year. (where traditional music and dances are performed by the localities)
Overnight at Nimaj
Day 08: Nimaj
Have your breakfast and then explore the village.
-
Tent accommodation is operational from October to March every year. (where traditional music and dances are performed by the localities)
Overnight at Nimaj
Day 09: Nimaj Village – Jodhpur (By road 120 kmsapprox)
Have your breakfast and check out from the hotel and then drive to Jodhpur. It will take 2 hrs approx. On reaching Jodhpur, check into your accommodation and relax. Then proceed for Jodhpur sightseeing. After the end of the tour, return back to your accommodation and relax.
Overnight at Jodhpur
Day 10: Jodhpur – Udaipur via Delwara (By road 280 kmsapprox)
Have your breakfast and check out from the hotel and then drive to Udaipur via Delwara Jain Temple, the picturesque Aravali Hills. Continue drive to Udaipur. It will take 5 hrs approx. On reaching Udaipur, check into your accommodation and relax. Take the evening free for leisure.
Overnight at Udaipur
Day 11: Udaipur
Have your breakfast and proceed for Udaipur sightseeing. The city is built in 1559 A.D. by Maharaja Udai Singh and has been described as the most romantic spot on the continent of India by Col. James Todd. Visit the City Palace museum, the Jagdish temple, Sahelion Ki Bari (Queen’s resort for their friends) BhartiyaLok Kala Mandir (Folk art museum) and the Pratap Memorial. Take your lunch in the afternoon and after that we will continue for the remaining sightseeing.
Overnight at Udaipur
Day 12: Udaipur - Mumbai (By flight)
Have your breakfast and then check out from the hotel and transfer to the airport to board flight for Mumbai. On arrival Mumbai, check in to your accommodation and relax. In the evening, free for leisure.
Overnight at Mumbai
Day 13: Mumbai Excursion Tour
Have your breakfast and proceed for Mumbai excursion tour. In the afternoon, take your lunch and then continue for the remaining sightseeing. After the end of the tour, return back to the hotel.
Overnight at Mumbai
Day 14: Departure Mumbai (By flight)
Have your breakfast and then check out from the hotel and transfer to the airport to board flight for Mumbai for onward destination. We wish you for a safe journey.