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Exclusive
North India with Taj
Folklore of
heroism and romance resound from the formidable monuments
that majestically stand to tell the tale of a bygone era.
The magic of vibrant Rajasthan - its rich heritage,
colorful culture, exciting desert safaris, shining
sand-dunes, amazing variety lush forests and varied
wildlife - makes it a destination nonpareil.
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Duration : 13 nights / 14 days
Tour starts from €680 per person
Route Plan:
New Delhi, Mandawa, Bikaner, Jaisalmer,
Jodhpur, Udaipur, Pushkar, Jaipur, Agra, New Delhi
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Delhi |
Day 1 |
Delhi is the
symbol of old India and new, even the stones here whisper
to our ears of the ages of long ago and the air we breathe
is full of the dust and fragrances of the past, as also of
the fresh and piercing winds of the present. The eternal
Yamuna has witnessed the glory and the tumultuous history
of the 3000 year old Delhi.
Activities
Visit the lofty
Red Fort, Humayuns Tomb, Jama Masjid, Chandini Chowk,
Qutab Minar, Lotus Temple, Laxminarayan Temple; ISKCON
Temple, the Gandhi Memorial at Raj Ghat; Parliament
Street, Parliament Museum, India Gate, Bangla Sahib;
explore Delhi in a metro journey. Explore the Lodhi
Gardens; the National Museum; experience cultural and
ethnic diversity at the Dilli Haat. |
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Mandawa |
Day 2 |
The city of
Mandawa, founded in the mid 18th century, was once a town
inhabited by the rich merchant families. The wealthy and
dominant merchants constructed massive havelis, adorned
with beautiful wall paintings, for the purpose of their
residence. However, with time, the merchants moved on and
migrated to other areas, leaving the beautiful havelis in
the shadows of anonymity.
Activities
Take village
walks; explore the frescoed havelis; experience sunset
camel rides. Havelis : Hanuman Prasad Goenka Haveli,
Goenka Double Haveli, Murmuria Haveli, Jhunjhunwala Haveli,
Mohan Lal Saraf Haveli, Binsidhar Newatia Haveli,
Lakshminarayan Ladia Haveli, Gulab Rai Ladia Haveli,
Chokhani Double Haveli and local life & market of Mandawa. |
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Bikaner |
Day 3 |
It is important
for the tourists to know about Bikaner before traveling to
the city situated in the heart of the desert. The kingdom
of Bikaner was established in the 15th century when the
valiant son of Rao Jodhaji, the founder of Jodhpur,
enraged and provoked by his father, quit the palace to
establish his own kingdom.
Activities
Visit the 15
century Bhandeswar and Sandheshwar Jain Temples; explore
the Old town, havelis, Lalgarh Palace, Sadul Museum,
Devikund, Ganga Government Museum; watch rodents being
worshipped at the Karni Mata temple; see the Kolyat
Temple, the Ratan Behari Temple; take a trip to the camel
breeding farm, the Junagarh Fort and Museum; enjoy boating
at the Gajner Hotel. |
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Jaisalmer |
Day 4-5 |
The Golden City
of Jaisalmer in Rajasthan is simply unmatched. It was the
part of the famous Silk Route during the days of yore. The
splendid Jaisalmer Fort stands proudly on its land and
narrates the stories of the valor and chivalry of the
Rajput rulers. Jaisalmer still retains its medieval charm,
which is evident in its colorful narrow streets, splendid
forts and palaces of Rajasthan, opulent havelis and
bazaars.
Activities
Enjoy the beauty
of a real oasis – Barra Bagh; visit the Lodurva Township
famous for ‘Toran’ architecture, the Patwo ki Haveli and
Nathmal Ki Haveli, Godi Sagar Lake and Museum; explore the
Jaisalmer Fort and Jain Temple. Enjoy amazing views and
rides over the sand dunes with unusual Camel rides; visit
the royal cenotaphs at Bara Bagh Royal and enjoy a lovely
sunset enroute your hotel that evening. |
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Jodhpur |
Day 6 |
At best it is a
doorway to the wonderland of sand dunes and shrubs, rocky
terrain and thorny trees. The home of the Rathores - the
awesome princely state of Rajasthan. They conquered Marwar
or Maroodesh, land of the sand after the fall of Delhi and
Kannauj. In 1459 AD, Rao Jodha, chief of Rathore clan of
Rajputs, who claimed descent from Rama, the epic here of
the Ramayana, laid the foundation of Jodhpur. A high stone
wall protects the well-fortified city. The wall is nearly
10km in length and has eight gates facing various
directions.
Activities
Enjoy a camel
ride; visit the mesmerizing Mehrangarh Fort; the clock
tower, the markets, the ancient town of Mandore; the white
marble memorial of Jaswant Thada and the Umaid Bhawan
Museum. Get a glimpse into the hidden elements of desert
life in closeby Salabas. |
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Udaipur |
Day 7-8 |
Udaipur City,
formally known as the city of lakes and Venice of East.
Udaipur, the capital of the former princely state of Mewar
is a beautiful city in Rajasthan, India. Udaipur is also
referred to as the "Venice of the East", the "Most
Romantic City of India" and the "Kashmir of Rajasthan".
Activities
Visit the City
Palace complex; be mesmerized by the stunning architecture
of the Jagdish temple; go boating on Lake Picchola,
Haldighati. Enjoy day excursions to Ranakpur’s famous Jain
Temple and the visually stunning Kumbalgarh Fort; visit
the Eklingji Temple; explore the impressive temple ruins
at Nagda. |
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Pushkar |
Day 9 |
According to
lore, the city of Pushkar came into being After a battle
between Lord Brahma and a demon named Vajra Nabh. After
the demon was killed by Brahma with the help of a lotus
flower, three petals floated down to Earth and landed in
Pushkar leading to the creation of the three lakes of
Pushkar. Recorded history shows that Pushkar was a
favorite retreat of the Mughal rulers, which was later
taken over by the Scindias after the eventual decline of
the Mughal rule. The Scindias handed over the city to the
British thus making Pushkar one of the few places in
Rajasthan to be under direct British control, until
Independence.
Activities
Only Brahma
Temple in the world, Savitri Temple, Varah Temple,
Mahadeva Temple & Pushkar Lake ; also witness culture &
religious activities of Pushkar. |
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Jaipur |
Day 10-11 |
Rajasthans
beautiful Pink City Jaipur, was the stronghold of a clan
of rulers whose three hill forts and series of palaces in
the city are important attractions. Known as the Pink City
because of the colour of the stone used exclusively in the
walled city, Jaipur's bazaars sell embroidered leather
shoes, blue pottery, tie and dye scarves and other exotic
wares. Western Rajasthan itself forms a convenient
circuit, in the heart of the Thar desert which has shaped
its history, lifestyles and architecture.
Activities
Explore the
Amber Fort; Govind Devji Temple dedicated to Lord Krishna,
Lakshmi Narayan and Ganesh Temples; Albert Hall; City
Palace, Palace of Winds (Hawa Mahal) and the world’s
largest stone observatory – Jantar Mantar. Visit the
amazing Jaigarh and Nahargarh Forts; Raj Mandir Cinema. |
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Agra |
Day 12 |
Agra is famous
as being home to one of the Seven Wonders of the world-the
Taj Mahal. The architectural splendour of the mausoleums,
the fort and the palaces is vivid reminder of the opulence
of the legendary Mughal empire, of which Agra was the
capital in the 16th and early 17th centuries. While its
significance as a political center ended with the transfer
of the capital to Delhi in 1634 by Shah Jahan, its
architectural wealth has secured its place on the
international map.
Activities
Visit the Taj
Mahal at sunrise and sunset, the Tomb of Itmad-ud-Daulah,
the Agra Fort, the Akbar Mausoleum in Sikandra and
Fatehpur Sikri. Enjoy a decorated tonga ride through the
fabled city. |
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Delhi |
Day 13-14 |
Transfer to International Airport. |
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