Day
1 -
Late night arrival in Delhi and be met by our representative at the
airport welcoming you to India with fresh flower garlands. Transfer
to the hotel for immediate occupancy of the rooms already reserved
for you.
Day 2 DELHI - Today explore the city of Delhi visiting Red
Fort and thereafter a rickshaw drive up to Jama masjid through the
busy streets of Chandni chowk. Thereafter continue to visit India
Gate and Government buildings, Humayun’s Tomb and Qutub Minar.Overnight
in Delhi.
Day 3 AGRA - Early morning drive from Delhi to Agra(220 kms
5.5 hrs) stopping enroute to visit Sikandra - tomb of the Great Mughal
emperor Akbar. On reaching Agra, visit the Agra Fort with its exquisitely
rich palaces and the magnificent Taj Mahal-about which legion of tributes
have been written. Overnight in Agra after a hectic and most satisfying
tour of Agra.
DAY 4 FATEHPUR SIKRI, JAIPUR - Enroute to Jaipur from Agra(240
kms 6 hours) you will visit Fatehpur Sikri - a palace complex and
housing the famous Buland Darwaza. Overnight in Jaipur.
Day 5 JAIPUR - Early morning drive to the Fort of Amer about
11 kms from Jaipur. The fort is a superb example of Rajput architecture
stunningly situated on a hilltop and over looking a lake, which reflects
its terraces and ramparts. A joyful and adventurous ride on an elephant
back up to the ramparts. The other half of the day is spent in a visit
around the pink city visiting the great city palace with its majestic
grounds the ancient 18th century Observatory and Hawa Mahal (palace
of winds). Overnight in Jaipur.
DAY 6 JODHPUR - Morning drive through Rajasthan countryside
on way to Jodhpur (340 kms 8 hrs). The road from Jaipur to Jodhpur
is full of scenic views and a lovely landscape. Rest of the day at
leisure. Overnight in Jodhpur.
DAY 7 -SAFARI DAY 1 - Early morning drive to Shergarh. Shergarh
is the place in the heart of the desert where the camel safari begins.
Here at Shergarh you are acquainted with the safari rules and do’s
and don’ts. Spend the nights in tents.
DAY 8 -SAFARI DAY 2 - The day begins with a preparation for
the safari. The passengers are hoisted on to the camel back, feet
in stirrups and driver at the back on a fodder bag. Here begins the
camel journey to Rajmathai. Overnight in tents.
DAY 9- SAFARI DAY 3 - Resuming the camel safari on its journey
from Rajmathai to Baisara. Overnight in tents.
DAY 10- SAFARI DAY 4 - Baisara to Raisala on the camel back.
This is where the camel leaves your company. Overnight in tents.
DAY 11- JAISALMER - Raisala to Jaisalmer by jeeps. The hurtling
along of the jeep on the dusty desert road gives the camel safari
adventure a new angle. Overnight in Jaisalmer hotel with proper rooms
and beds after 4 nights of sleeping in tents.
DAY 12 - JAISALMER - Full day in Jaisalmer visiting the fort
and the Havelis that dot all along both sides of the narrow streets.
Overnight in Jaisalmer.
Day 13 - BIKANER - Early morning, today drive to Bikaner(320
kms 8 hrs) reaching there in the afternoon and visiting the spectacular
Bikaner Palace. Overnight in Bikaner.
Day 14 - DESHNOK-MANDAWA - After a relaxed morning visit the
famous rat temple in Deshnok on the way to Mandawa. Reach Mandawa(185
kms 4.5 hrs) early evening and relax in a heritage hotel of Mandawa.
Day 15 - In the morning visit the Havelis with richly painted
frescoes which speak of rich cultural heritage. Afternoon drive(240
kms 6 hrs) to Delhi international |
