Region: North western state of Rajasthan
Duration: 13 Days / 12 Nights by road and air
Areas covered: Delhi, Agra, Jaipur, Jodhpur, Jaisalmer, Rohet, Udaipur
Season: All year round

Highlights: Visit to the fabled Taj Mahal, Stay in some of the best heritage hotels, visit palaces forts and other monuments in the Pink City of Jaipur and the Lake City of Udaipur, Elephant back ride to Amber fort and camel safaris around Jodhpur and Jaisalmer and an insight into the Bishnoi tribes

Introduction: The drive through Rajasthan is the best way to experience the royal hospitality of this desert state. More than the well-known tourist attractions of Jaipur, Jodhpur, Jaisalmer and Udaipur, you get a chance to discover lesser-known jewel like Rohet. The tour showcases the best of Rajput and Mughal architecture as well as offers an insight into the lives of its people and their long history of conservation. A visit to the Bishnoi villages of Kejarli, Rohet and Guda Bishnoiya is extremely rewarding which illustrates the close link between the villagers and wildlife. The Bishnoi cult was founded in the late 15th century by Guru Jambhoji, who laid down 29 conservation principles (Bish-noi in Rajasthani means 29), like the protection of the black buck and the khejri tree.

Day 01: Arrive Delhi
Arrive at IGI airport Delhi, complete customs, immigrations formalities and exit to arrival hall meeting lounge. Met by 'Wild World India' representative and transfer to hotel for overnight stay.

Day 02: Delhi to Agra
Morning depart Delhi for Agra by surface (200 km/ 04 hrs approx.). Arrive Agra and check in at hotel. Afternoon visit the Agra fort from where four of the mightiest rulers from Mughal dynasty ruled their vast domain – explore the palaces built by successive rulers amongst them hall of private audience, hall of public audience, Moti Masjid are most talked about. Evening visit the fabled Taj Mahal.
Overnight at hotel

Day 03: Agra to Jaipur
Morning drive Agra – Jaipur (255 km/ 05 hrs approx.) stopping en route to visit the deserted capital of Fatehpur Sikri which is in a remarkable state of preservation. It is believed that this place was abandoned due to lack of potable water. Rest of the day at leisure or free for optional activities.
Overnight at hotel

Day 04: Jaipur
Morning excursion to the Amber Fort the Old Capital of Jaipur, which guarded the city from invading enemies. Climb atop the fort on elephant back to visit some impressive palaces of a bygone era. Visit Hawa Mahal (Wind Palace) en route to Amber Fort. Afternoon visit the City Palace and the museum, which houses the royal armory, old manuscripts and textiles. Visit Jantar Mantar an old astronomical observatory which works quite accurately till date.
Overnight at hotel

Day 05: Jaipur to Jodhpur
Morning depart Jaipur by surface for Jodhpur (325 km/ 5 hrs approx). Situated in the fringes of the Thar Desert - Marwar the present Jodhpur, home of Rathore Rajput clan was one of the most prominent kingdoms of Rajasthan. Arrive Jodhpur and Check in at hotel with rest of the day at leisure or free for optional activities.
Overnight at hotel

Day 06: Jodhpur
Morning visit Mehrangarh Fort one of the biggest and magnificent forts in Rajasthan – walk around the fort exploring its extravagant palaces with carved façade, door, window panels, inlayed walls, gold and silver work. The fort also houses a museum with an elaborate collection of armory, textiles, royal canopies, royal cradles and howdas (seat used on elephant back). Also, visit nearby royal memorial ‘Jaswant Thada’ which is made in white Makrana marble followed by afternoon excursion to Mandore, the old capital of Marwar.
Overnight at hotel

Day 07: Jodhpur to Jaisalmer
Morning depart by surface for Jaisalmer (300 kms / 5 hrs drive). Arrive Jaisalmer and check in at the Hotel. Late afternoon drive to Khuri Sand Dunes where you can take an optional short camel ride - stay on to view the spectacular sunset.
Overnight at hotel

Day 08: Jaisalmer
Morning visit the Jaisalmer Fort, one of the few fort’s in Rajasthan where people are still residing in the Jain temples located inside the fort. Rest of the day at leisure or free for optional activities.
Overnight at hotel

Day 09: Jaisalmer to Rohet
Morning after breakfast depart by surface for Rohet (325 kms / 5 hr drive). Arrive Rohet and check in at hotel followed by a village Safari - drive through the dirt track visiting rural ponds where you will have chance to see antelopes and local wetland birds. Also visit Bishnoi ki Dhani in the village to know the rural life in Rajasthan (Bishnoi is a local tribe who are very famous for their conservation work), participate in the Opium ceremony if one is in progress. Return to the hotel in the evening to join Thakur Manvendra Singh who is the tutorial head of 118 villages for dinner.
Overnight at hotel

Day 10: Rohet to Udaipur
Morning depart Rohet by surface for the Lake city of Udaipur (260 km/5 hrs) stopping by en route to visit the Jain Temple of Ranakpur where its 1444 pillars are each different from the other. Arrive Udaipur and rest of the day at leisure or free for optional activities.
Overnight at hotel

Day 11: Udaipur
Morning visit the Udaipur Palace, Folk Art Museum and Sahelion-ki-Bari. Afternoon is at leisure or free for optional activities.
Overnight at hotel

Day 12: Udaipur to Delhi
Day at leisure or free for optional activities (one can opt for a boat ride at Lake Pichola at an extra cost). Check out at noon and after lunch transfer to Airport to board the flight for Delhi. Arrive Delhi and check in at the hotel.
Overnight at hotel

Day 13: Depart Delhi
In time transfer to the international airport to board the flight for onward destination
Note: Room held till 1200 noon of this day


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