Gems of Rajasthan is one of the most interesting North India Tours Packages. Rajasthan is undoubtedly one of the most enchanting states in the country, and its tour is also pretty enthralling. Jaipur Tours are made interesting by the numerous magnificent forts, beautiful havelis and colourful bazaars in the city. A Bikaner tour takes you around the colorful city well known for its snacks. Even a major Camel festival is organized here every year. Go through a maze of mysterious and enchanting forts and even more alluring sand dunes. All the regality and charm of all these destinations make North India Tours Packages an experience of a lifetime.
Itinerary (Delhi - Jaipur - Bikaner - Jaisalmer - Jodhpur - Mount Abu � Udaipur)
Day 1: Arrive Delhi
Arrive Delhi Airport/Railway Station and check-in at hotel. Later, visit Red Fort, Chandni Chowk, Jama Masjid, Qutub Minar and Humayun's Tomb. Stay overnight at hotel.
Day 2: Arrival Jaipur
On arrival at Jaipur, meet at airport/railway station and transfer to your hotel. Later, visit the Hawa Mahal. It is a five-storey structure of sandstone, plastered pink encrusted with fine trelliswork and elaborate balconies. The palace has 953 niches and windows. Built in 1799 by Pratap Singh, the Mahal was a royal grandstand for the palace women. Also visit Jantar Mantar - 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. Stay overnight at Jaipur.
Day 3: Jaipur-Bikaner
In the morning, drive to Bikaner. On arrival, transfer to the hotel. Spend the evening at leisure. Stay overnight at Bikaner.
Day 4: Bikaner-Jaisalmer
In the morning, enjoy a sightseeing tour of Bikaner. It is named after its founder Rao Bikaji in 1488. Bikaner�s dominant features are rippling sands and abundant sunshine. The city stands on an elevation, enclosed by a 7 kms wall, which can be entered from 5 gates. Bikaner is bolstered by imposing walls and has a 16th century fort housing old palaces, temples and mosque. Founded by Raja Rai Singh the fort is distinguished by its long range of 37 pavilions, a line of balconies and aerial windows of varying designs. Also visit Lallgarh Palace, the museum, Bhand Sagar Jain and Deshnoke Rat temple. In the afternoon, drive to Jaisalmer. On arrival, transfer to hotel for overnight stay.
Day 5: Jaisalmer
In the morning, enjoy a sightseeing tour of Jaisalmer. Throbbing in the heart of the Thar, Jaisalmer today stands a city of gilded magic. The origins of Jaisalmer go back to the 12th century, when Rawal Jaisal abandoned his old fort at Ludarwa and laid the foundation of a new city. Visit the magnificent fort, the Patwon Ki Haveli (Mansion) and Salim singh Ki Haveli, with their carved balconies and brackets which are supreme examples of the art. In the evening, enjoy a camel ride to visit Sam Dunes. Stay overnight in Jaisalmer.
Day 6: Jaisalmer-Jodhpur
After breakfast, drive to Jodhpur and transfer to hotel. Jodhpur, the stronghold of the fierce Rathore clan, was founded in 1459 by Prince Jodha. Visit the Mehrangarh Fort, situated on a low sandstone hill. Within the fort, visit Moti Mahal and Phool Mahal. Also visit Jaswant Thada, an imposing marble cenotaph, built in memory of Maharaja Jaswant Singh II around 1899 and Umaid Public gardens. Stay overnight at Jodhpur.
Day 7: Jodhpur-Mount Abu
Drive to Mount Abu, the only hill station of Rajasthan, situated at an altitude of 1200 mt. The 11th century Dilwara Jain Temples, sparkling blue Nakki Lake and views from the Sunset Point are the highlights of Mount Abu. Stay overnight in Mount Abu.
Day 8: Mount Abu-Udaipur
After breakfast, drive to Udaipur, en route visiting Ranakpur temples with their beautiful carvings and the marble complex of Adinath shrine that has 1444 columns. On arrival, transfer to hotel for overnight stay.
Day 9: Udaipur
In the morning enjoy a sightseeing tour of Udaipur. 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), Bhartiya Lok Kala Mandir (folk art museum) and the Pratap Memorial. Spend the rest of the day at leisure. Stay overnight in Udaipur.
Day 10: Departure
Transfer to airport/railway station for onward travel.
Transportation as per itinerary by:
- AC Indica incase of 2 pax traveling in budget and standard category of hotels
- AC Indigo incase of 2 pax traveling in deluxe category of hotel
- AC Tavera incase of 4 pax traveling in budget and standard category of hotels
- AC Innova incase of 4 pax traveling in deluxe category of hotel
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All sightseeing and excursions as per itinerary by respective car as mentioned above
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All applicable taxes
Package excludes
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Airfare/train fare
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Any meals other then those specified in 'Cost Includes'
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Expenses of personal nature such as tips, telephone calls, laundry, liquor etc
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Any other item not specified in 'cost includes'
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Guide & Entrance fees during sightseeing
Note
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Above rates are subject to availability
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Cancellation charges as per company policy
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Room category in all packages are the base category rooms
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The above rates are not applicable from 20th Dec’2012 to 10th Jan’2013
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Christmas & New Year gala dinner charges are on direct pay basis at the hotel by guest.
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In case we are not able to provide the same hotels as mentioned, then we shall provide similar alternate properties, change in the cost if any will be advised.
