Desert-drenched Rajasthan, India’s largest state, has a feel of both the Middle East and America’s Old Wild West, with its exotic Mughal architecture, colourful characters and arid climate. But eastern Rajasthan is green enough to find in it the Ranthambore and Sariska tiger reserves, and Keoladeo National Park. Important and fascinating Rajasthani cities include Jaipur, with its grand pink edifices, and Udaipur with its splendid island palace. Desert-drenched Rajasthan, India’s largest state, has a feel of both the Middle East and America’s Old Wild West, with its exotic Mughal architecture, colourful characters and arid climate. But eastern Rajasthan is green enough to find in it the Ranthambore and Sariska tiger reserves, and Keoladeo National Park. Important and fascinating Rajasthani cities include Jaipur, with its grand pink edifices, and Udaipur with its splendid island palace.
Duration: 11 Nights / 12 Days.
Destination: Ahmedabad – Udaipur – Ranakpur – Jodhpur – Pushkar – Ajmer – Jaipur – Bharatpur – Fatehpur Sikri – Agra – Delhi
Day 01: Arrival in Ahmedabad
Arrive in Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India. On arrival at Ahmedabad Airport, Shantanu Cultural Trails representative greets and transfers you to your pre-booked hotel. Enjoy welcome dinner at the hotel. Have a restful overnight stay.
Day 02: Ahmedabad
After very hearty breakfast at the hotel, embark on sightseeing tour of Ahmedabad, the Manchester of the East. Enjoy sightseeing visiting famous attractions of the city like Sabarmati Ashram, Sarkhej Roza, Teen Darwaza, Shah Alam Roza, Kankaria Lake, Hatheesingh Jain Temple, Nalsarovar Bird Sanctuary, Jumma Masjid, Siddi Saiyed Mosque, etc. Dinner and overnight stay will be at the hotel.
Day 03: Ahmedabad – Udaipur
After breakfast at the hotel, leave for Udaipur, Rajasthan. Udaipur is one of the most beautiful and romantic cities in India and referred as the ‘Venice of the east’, or the “City of Lakes”. Udaipur boasts of its fairy-tale palaces, picturesque lakes and beautiful temples. Established by Maharaja Udai Singh in 1559 A.D., Udaipur is blessed with the best of nature’s beauty. The city is considered as one of the most romantic cities in the country. On your arrival in Udaipur, a representative from Shantanu Cultural Trails representative transfers you to your pre-booked hotel. Dinner and overnight stay will be at the hotel.
Day 04: Udaipur
After having breakfast at the hotel, proceed to sightseeing tour of Udaipur, the city of lakes, covering attractions like City Palace, Crystal Gallery, Jag Mandir, Lake Palace, Fateh Prakash Palace, Vintage & Classic Car Collection, Saheliyon-Ki-Bari, etc. In the evening enjoy boat ride on picturesque Pichola Lake or see the beautiful Light & Sound Show at City Palace. Dinner and overnight stay will be at the hotel.
Day 05: Udaipur – Ranakpur – Jodhpur
After hearty breakfast at the hotel, leave for Jodhpur en-route Ranakpur. Visit the Ranakpur Jain Temple complex. Continue journey to Jodhpur. On arrival in Jodhpur, Shantanu Cultural Trails representative transfers to your hotel. Dinner and overnight stay will be at the hotel.
Day 06: Jodhpur
Take your breakfast at the hotel and then embark on full day sightseeing tour of Jodhpur covering Mehrangarh Fort, Umaid Bhawan Palace, Jaswant Thada, Mandore Garden, Sardar Market and Clock Tower. Dinner and overnight stay will be at the hotel.
Day 07: Jodhpur – Pushkar
Leave for Pushkar after hearty breakfast at the hotel. Nestled on the shores of Pushkar Lake, Pushkar is home to the only Brahma temple in the country. On arrival in Pushkar, Shantanu Cultural Trails representative transfers to the hotel. Dinner and overnight will be at the hotel.
Day 08: Pushkar – Ajmer – Jaipur
In the morning visit the Lord Brahma Temple and the Savitri Temple. Later after breakfast proceed to Ajmer to visit Dargah Sharif, the Tomb of the Sufi Saint Khwaja Moinuddin Chisti. Also visit the Adhai Din Ka Jhopra at Ajmer. Later drive to Jaipur, the Pink City of India. Founded by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II in 1727, Jaipur is a capital city of Rajasthan. On your arrival in Jaipur, you will be taken to the hotel by a representative from Shantanu Cultural Trails. For dinner, visit Chokhi Dhani – an ethnic village. Overnight stat will be at the hotel
Day 09: Jaipur
Take your breakfast at the hotel. Visit the Amer Fort on elephant back. While touring the Jaigarh Fort, have a look at the largest cannon on wheels in the world, namely Jaivana. Visit the famous Hawa Mahal (Palace of Winds). Have a look at its immaculate Rajput architecture. Explore the City Palace Complex with its palaces, museums, temples and gardens. Explore the immaculate work of art and architecture, while visiting the Jantar Mantar. Also visit Gaitore and go for shopping in the evening. Dinner and overnight will be at the hotel.
Day 10: Jaipur – Bharatpur – Agra
After breakfast at the hotel, leave for Agra en-route Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary and Fatehpur Sikri. Indulge yourself in bird watching and visit the deserted city of Fatehpur Sikri on your way to the city of Taj Mahal, Agra. On your arrival in Agra, Shantanu Cultural Trails representative transfers you to your pre-booked hotel. Dinner and overnight will be at the hotel.
Day 11: Agra – Delhi
After hearty breakfast at the hotel visit the Taj Mahal and Agra Red Fort. Explore the architectural excellence of Taj Mahal and Agra Fort. Later proceed to Delhi visiting en route Sikandra Tomb. Upon arrival in Delhi, Shantanu Cultural Trails representative transfers to your hotel. Freshen up and relax at the hotel. Dinner and overnight stay will be at the hotel.
Day 12: Delhi – Departure
Enjoy very hearty breakfast at the hotel. Enjoy sightseeing tour of Delhi visiting attractions like Red Fort, Jama Masjid, Raj Ghat, Qutub Minar, President House, Parliament House, Lotus Temple, etc. Finish your last minute shopping in time. After a very farewell dinner, Shantanu Cultural Trails representative transfers you to the New Delhi International Airport in time to board flight to your home/onward destination.
