Rajasthan Village Tour
This 17 Days tour offers visit to various Rajasthan areas.
Rajasthan Village Tour
Tour Itinerary
Duration: (20 Nights / 21 Days)
Destinations Covered: Delhi - Agra - Bharatpur - Karauli - Bundi - Pechwar - Bijaipur - Udaipur - Luni - Phalodi - Jaisalmer - Bikaner - Mahansar - Samode - Delhi
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Arrive Delhi
Scheduled arrive New Delhi’s Indira Gandhi International Airport, get your custom formalities clear and come out in the arrival halls where you find one of our representative will be standing there displaying your name on the Placard. On meeting and warm greetings, you will be escorted to the boarding point of your taxi and then accompany you till your hotel check in. Once your check in procedure clear and you feel relaxed with all arrangement, then the representative will say good bye to have your take rest in the hotel.
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Delhi - Full day Sightseeing
This morning you will feel energize with the climate of different region with mild cold and soothing weather. India is best known for its multi seasonal climatic ranging from tropical in the south to temperate and alpine in the Himalayan north, where elevated regions receive sustained winter snowfall. The nation’s climate is strongly influenced by the Himalayas and the Thar Desert.
Start your day schedule with palatable morning breakfast in the same hotel and later proceed for full day city tour of Delhi, capital city of India is the most populous city on the planet. The city has been inhabited since 06th Century BC and through most of its history, it served as capital for many kingdom and empires. In 1639AD, The Mughal emperor Shah Jahan built a new walled city named Shahjahanabad which served as the capital of Mughal Empire from 1649 until the rebellion of 1857. Shahjahanabad is today called Old Delhi. After that British East India Company chose Delhi to shift its capital from Kolkata to use it as administrative centre. A three member committee was formed to plan the construction of the city. The Key architect of the committees was Sir Edwin Lutyen who gave the shape to city which is now called New Delhi. Start the sightseeing and visit Jama Masjid, located at very busy central street of old Delhi is the largest mosque in India followed by visit of Red Fort (Closed on Monday), both built by Mughal empire shah Jahan. Enjoy Rickshaw ride in Chandni Chowk is one of the busiest markets in Old Delhi. In the afternoon enter New Delhi to visit some other monuments like Qutab Minar, Parliament House, India Gate, Secretariat Buildingsand Jantar –Mantar Observatory. Rest of time spends time at Janpath or Palika Bazaar for shopping. Back to hotel.
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Delhi / Agra by Train - Bhopal Shatabdi Exp Delhi (Dep 0615 Hrs) / Agra (0810 Hrs) / Bharatpur (75 Kms, 1.5 Hrs drive)
Early morning scheduled transfer to railway station to board the train for Agra. On arrival transfer to Hotel. After fresh up you will be taken to witness the exquisiteness of Taj Mahal (closed on Fridays) built by Moghul Emperor Shahjahan in 1630 to enshrine the mortal remains of his Queen Mumtaz.Later drive to Bharatpur.
Following hardly 1 hour you will arrive reach Fatehpur Sikri (55Kms from away from Agra), a UNESCO World Heritage site. This city was founded by Mughal Emperor Akbar in 1569 AD to honor the Sufi saint Salim Chisti and also served as the capital of the Mughal Empire for 15 Years. During the period of 15 years, he took a great interest in laying the foundation of construction of many royal palaces, court, Private Quarters, a mosque and other important buildings with unique architectural style. The entire building complexes were built with the Red sand stone due to easy availability in the region of Fatehpur Sikri. But soon due to interrupted water supply and increasing turmoil in the Rajputana Areas, the capital was shifted to Lahore and then again to Agra. You can visit here the most prominent monuments such as Buland Darwaza, Jama Masjid, and Tomb of Salim Chishti, Diwan-i-Am, and Panch Mahal etc.
Continue your drive for Bharatpur for another 20 minutes to reach Bharatpur. On arrival check into hotel.
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Bharatpur / Karauli (135 Kms,3.5 Hrs drive)
Early morning visit the Keoladeo National Park or Keoladeo Ghana National Park formerly known as the Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary in Rajasthan. It is a famous avifauna sanctuary with thousands of rare and highly endangered birds such as the Siberian Crane come here during the winter season. Over 230 species of birds are known to have made the National Park their home. It is also a major tourist centre with scores of ornithologists arriving here in the hibernal season. It was declared a protected sanctuary in 1971. It is also a declared World Heritage Site.
Back to Hotel for Breakfast.Later drive to Karauli. On arrival transfer to Hotel.
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Karauli
Post breakfast in the hotel explore the city of Karauli is considered one of the holiest cities in Rajasthan with a collection of more than almost 300 temples. Located almost 150 kms from Jaipur, the city founded in 1348 AD was earlier known as Kalyanpuri, after the local deity Kalyanji. The entire city is protected from all directions by a red sandstone wall. The wall is also strengthened by bastions at various points and gateways at strategic positions. The wall, though old still stands tall and dilapidated at a few spots. Famous for its pale red-stones Karauli boasts presence of some very memorable monuments like the famous temples of Kaila Devi, MadanMohanji and many other historic structures.
There are four major temples in the district: Kailadevi, Madan Mohanji, Shri Mahavirji,ShriAnjanimataji and MehndipurBalaji. There is also fort,Timangarh, Mandrayal and Rawal Mahal.
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Karauli / Bundi (235Kms,5.5Hrs drive)
Post breakfast in the hotel drive for Bundi, the Capital of Chauhans – the small, rustic town of Bundi was the capital of one of the erstwhile princely states of Rajasthan. It is known for its palaces, baolis (step wells) and water tanks. The monuments and their architecture reflect the splendor of the local Rajput chiefs. The walls of the palaces at Bundi are decorated with life-size frescoes depicting the glory of its rulers. Afternoon arrive and check into Hotel. After fresh up visit IshweriNiwas, Haveli BrajBhusanJi, Palace of Towers etc.
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Bundi / Pechewar (150 Kms,4 Hrs drive)
Post breakfast at hotel drive to Pachewar which is famous for Fort of Pachewar. 300 years old fort of picturesque Pachewar has now been converted into a luxurious heritage hotel with all modern amenities, where one can witness great traditions of royal hospitality. A well preserved tranquil fort with its massive ramparts imposing gates, intricate balconies and spacious apartments, adorned with antique frescos of exquisite beauty.On arrival check into Hotel.Rest of the day free at leisure.
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Pechewar
Take you breakfast in the hotel and start the sightseeing includes a visit to the royal cenotaphs, built on the banks of Pumpa Sagar Lake, ancient temples and intimate exposure to the village – life, where you can watch the village craftsmen and artisans creating delicate blue pottery, cosy carpets, colourful tie and dye, and terracotta. Nomadic ‘Gadia-Luhars’ (iron-smiths) tempering the red-hot iron carrying their entire house-hold in a single bullock-cart can also be watched here.
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Pechawar/ Bijaipur (120Kms,4Hrs drive)
Post breakfast at hotel drive to Bijaipur.
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Bijaipur / Chittorgarh / Bijaipur
After your breakfast in the hotel explore the city whichis home to the Chittorgarh Fort, the largest fort in Asia. Historically, it is considered that Chittor was built by the Maurya dynasty in the 7th century AD. It was then named Chitrakutafter Chitrangada Mori, a Rajput chieftain as inscribed on ancient Mewari coins. The fort is surrounded by a circular wall which has seven huge gates before one can enter inside the main fort area.
Visit Chittorgarh Fort, Rani Padmini Palace, Vijay Stambh, Kalika Mata Temple.
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Bijaipur / Udaipur (135 Kms,4 Hrs drive)
Post breakfast at hotel drive to Udaipur which is called the city of lakes. Afternoon arrive Udaipur and check into Hotel. Rest of the day free at leisure.
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Udaipur
Morning city tour of Udaipur covering – Saheliyon–Ki–Bari-The garden for the maids of honour of the queen.Jagdish temple-dedicated to Lord Vishnu & approachable by a broad flight of steps, the shrine is a rectangular platform on the lines of Indo-Aryan style of architecture, City Palace-located aside of Lake Pichola & BhartiyaLok Kala Mandir (Folk Art Museum).
Evening Boat ride at Lake Pichola (subject to water level in the Lake).
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Udaipur / Luni (250 Kms,5 Hrs drive)
Breakfast in the hotel and drive to Luni. The little charming village of Luni is situated at a distance of 35 kms from Jodhpur. The artisans inhabiting the village are still pursuing their ancestral profession of fashioning metal, clay or wood into intricate forms.
Fort Chanwa of Luni is an exceptional example of Indian architecture, carved in famous red sandstone of Jodhpur. This fort is considered as an architectural masterpiece. It has beautifully designed complex of courtyards, towers, waterwheels, passages and panoramic rooftops. The fort has been converted into a heritage hotel; it still remains an obscure but a ‘must-see’ tourist destination. Afternoon arrive and check into the hotel. Rest of the day explore the local village with us.
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Luni / Phalodi (145Kms,4Hrs drive)
This morning drive to Phalodi, Situated between Jodhpur and Jaisalmer district, Phalodi. The city is well known for salt business, old historical presence, temples and the art works. Here a lot of migratory birds gather. Watching them circle in noisy, undulating formations overhead, or stepping gingerly across the sands, has to be one of the great spectacles of the Thar region. A small village worth visiting. Arrive and check into Hotel. After fresh up explore the small village.
Major attractions in Phalodi isLalNiwasbuilt in 1750 is embellished with plethora of masons- (residential places of the affluent people)- a masterpiece in itself. As the name suggests the Haveli was completely built out of red sandstone. It was like a small palace that has been prudently restored. The interiors were just magnificent – artifacts on the wall, splendid chandeliers with cut work glass, the arms / weapons and lather opium boxes, that take you back to the Rajwaras.
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Phalodi / Jaisalmer (385 Kms,8 Hrs drive)
Morning after breakfast drive to Jaisalmer. Afternoon arrive the city and transfer to Hotel. Rest of the day free at leisure or relax.
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Jaisalmer
Breakfast at the hotel and explore the city which stands on ridge of yellowish sandstone crowned by fort which contains the palace and several ornate Jain temples. Visit the Jaiselmer Fort – Built in 1156 by the Bhati Rajput ruler Jaisal, Jaisalmer Fort is situated on Trikuta Hill and had been the scene of many battles. Patwon-ki-Haveli -built by Guman Chand Patwa , a wealthy merchant belonging to powerful Oswal Jain community. This ornate five-storey complex took fifty years to complete. This is the largest, the most magnificent, and the most elaborate of Jaisalmerhavelifollwed by some jain temples. Afternoon excursion to Sam Sand Dunes. Enjoy the Camel ride at sand dunes followed Rajasthani Cultural show with Dinner. Later drive back to Jaiselmer.
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Jaisalmer / Bikaner (330 Kms,7 Hrs drive)
Post breakfast at hotel drive to Bikaner. On arrival transfer to Hotel. After fresh up half day city tour including Junagarh Fort & Temples.
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Bikaner / Mahansar
This morning drive to Mahansar is a quaint little town located in the Shekhawati region. It was built during 18th century and is around 40 km away from Jhunjhunu. On arrival check into Hotel.Overnight stay at hotel. After fresh up visit the SoneChandikiDukan that dates backs to 1846 is one of Mahansar’s most important attractions. This is the site where you may find gold leaves intricately woven into the paintings that adorn the walls. Three vaulted ceilings adorn the Haveli thus giving it a very unique look. Scenes from Ramayana and the life of Krishna adorn the ceilings.
Many pilgrims and tourists all around the year visit Raghunath temple. This beautiful Temple also houses paintings that are said to have been inspired from the Bikaner school of paintings.
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Mahansar/ Samode (200 Kms,5 Hrs drive)
After breakfast at hotel drive to Samode. The beautiful town of Samode is located 42 kms. North West of Jaipur.It is renowned for its magnificent Samode Palace, which was built by the Maharaja of Jaipur Jai Singh II’s Finance Minister. On arrival check into Hotel. After fresh up explorethe town. The palace is renowned for its Shekhawati style paintings. The paintings of Dewan – I – Khas too are marvelous. However, the piece-de-resistance of Samode Palace is the magnificent 300-year-old Durbar Hall or Sheesh Mahal, which is renowned for its lattice work. The palace is surrounded by hills, which makes for a truly picturesque setting.On top of the palace is the fort and to reach the fort a flight of 300 steps have to be encountered before one can reach the fort. A visit to Samode is incomplete without visiting the beautifully landscaped garden of Samode Bagh. This is an exquisite Mughal garden.
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Samode / Jaipur (40 Kms, 1.5 Hrs drive)/ Delhi
Post breakfast at hotel drive to Jaipur. Visit Hawa Mahal, City Palace-occupies a large area divided into a series of courtyards, gardens & buildings and a perfect blend of Rajasthani & Mughal architecture, & Royal Observatory-An observatory with some rare qualities to its credit and the Bazaar etc. Later visit Amber Fort is a marvelous example of Rajput architecture with its terraces and ramparts reflected in the Maota Lake below. Go up the fort sitting on the Jeep.
The interior of the fort has various royal halls decorated with intricate ivory, mirror and glass work complemented by exquisite wall paintings.
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Delhi - International airport departure
After breakfast at the hotel day free at leisure until scheduled transfer to airport to boar the flight for your onward journey.
Tour ends with happy memories.
