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| Best of Rajasthan |
Destination
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:Jaipur-Jodhpur-Udaipur |
| Duration |
:6 Nights
7 Days tour |
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| Itinerary |
| Day 1 : |
Jaipur |
Welcome to Jaipur, the historic
Pink City of India (arrival by train or air).
Meeting and assistance upon arrival at Sanganer
Airport / Jaipur Railway Station.
Transfer by a/c Esteem (or Qualis / Coach
for groups) to Rambagh Palace or Jai Mahal
Palace.
Check-in at your Palace.
Break for lunch (optional).
1400 hours (2 p.m.) : Afternoon tour of the
historic, old Walled City of Jaipur. Visit
the unique Jantar Mantar Observatory, built
in 1700's, looks futuristic and almost surrealistic
even today. A tour of the City Palace &
Museum, which offers a rare combination of
the finest blends of Rajasthani & Mughal
architectures, a dedicated collection of Royal
costumes, armory, guns, old paintings, dresses,
articles of use at the Royal households etc.
A visit to the Hawa Mahal or the Palace of
Winds. An unmistakable landmark of Jaipur,
which conjures up several romantic images
in the minds of the onlooker.
1730 hours (5:30 p.m.) : Return to your Palace
by evening.
1915 hours (7:15 p.m.) : Traditional Rajasthani
dinner at the upper front lawns of Jai Mahal
Palace. A very unique and authentic Peacock
Thaali (vegetarian / non vegetarian) awaits
you at the Jai Mahal. Hand crafted in Rajasthan,
the Peacock Thaali is an ensemble of Rajasthani
delicacies and delights – starters, main course,
vegetarian and non vegetarian accompaniments,
lentils and desserts, served alongwith an
authentic and refreshing Rajasthani non alcoholic
beverage. While you settle in and enjoy the
beauty of this 1747 A.D. Palace, folk dancers,
puppeteers, fire eaters and musicians weave
a magic of the yesteryears and set your soul
to a foot tapping delightful evening.
Overnight at your Palace. |
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| Day 2 : |
Jaipur |
Breakfast at your Palace’s Coffee Shop.
0900 hours (9 a.m.) : Depart for a city sight
seeing tour of Jaipur. Pink City, as it is
popularly known, Jaipur is famous across the
globe for its rich culture and traditional
lineage. A picturesque symphony in pink, its
colour symbolizes, hospitality in Rajput culture.
Morning excursion to Amber / Amer Fort, one
of the finest examples of Rajput architecture,
situated on a hillside and over-looking the
Mautha lake which reflects the historical
ramparts and terraces of the fort. Make your
ascent to the Palace fortress on the gaily
caparisoned elephant back. Tour the chambers
and hallways of the Palace, which are famous
for their excellence in design, concept and
execution. Alternately, you might like to
venture to Nahargarh / Jaigarh Forts.
1200 hours (12 noon) : After driving for around
30 kms from Amer Fort, through a circuitous
road, lined with shrubs, fruit bearing trees,
remains of fortresses, temples, fields and
villages, you reach a very refreshing and
breath taking, quaint and romantic Ramgarh
Lodge.
Jamuva Ramgarh, the former capital of Jeypore
State was a favourite hunting ground of the
Royal family of Jaipur. In 1921, a lake was
planned and soon followed the Ramgarh Dam.
The place became heaven. Migratory birds flocked
over the lake adding to the air of romance,
which still surrounds Ramgarh. In 1935, a
beautiful hunting retreat with its unmistakable
Portuguese style architecture, welcomed Royalty
and their privileged guests. Today, it open
its doors for you.
1245 hours (12:45 p.m.) : After, a quick wash
and change, settle in for a typical “ghar
ka khana”, lunch at the Ramgarh Lodge. You
could prefer being served in the Dining Hall
or opt for an open air lunch overlooking the
waters of the Ramgarh Lake. Incidentally,
Ramgarh played host to the 1982 Asian Games’
Rowing and Yachting competitions on this very
lake.
1500 hours (3 p.m.) : Return to your Palace
by evening.
Relax through the afternoon.
1830 hours (6:30 p.m.) : Begin the evening
with an exciting Champagne Tour of the historical
Rambagh Palace, the majestic residence of
the Maharaja of Jeypore (as it used to be
called, then). The story of Rambagh, actually
dates back to 1040 A.D. Re-discover the aura
of this fairy tale Palace, through a journey
in time. Dine at the majestic, Swarna Mahal,
where the present echoes its past.
2130 hours (9:30 p.m.) : Time for a break
at one of India’s trendiest night spots, Steam
– the pub on wheels. A 1915 narrow gauge steam
engine and three of her coaches have been
transformed into a reverberating pub. Steam
offers you a hand picked selection of beverages,
groovy music, a spacious dance floor and an
evening of a lifetime (* optional).
Over night at the Palace.
* Steam opens at 7:30 p.m. everyday except
Tuesdays. Entry restricted for children, below
18 years of age. |
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| Day 3 : |
Jodhpur |
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Breakfast at the Palace.
Morning at leisure or Check out from the
Palace.
0900 hours (9:00 a.m.) : Should you be interested
in visiting some good shopping landmarks
in Jaipur, a tour to Johari Bazar, Bapu
Bazar, Badi Chaupad and Chhoti Chaupad of
the old walled city, can be arranged. Lanes
of shops, present you with exciting and
affordable shopping options. One can select
jewellery – both gold as well as ornamental,
Jaipuri jooties, Jaipuri razaais (quilts),
Picture frame, wooden artifacts, gem stone
paintings, locally popular sweetmeats such
as Ghewar, a variety of Choorans (digestives),
Bandhej and Leheriya, Odhnis, Safas, wedding
wear, fabrics, textiles and ready made garments.
The options are innumerable. This however
is an optional tour (alternately you can
head for Jodhpur right away and reach there
early).
1130 hours (11:30 a.m.) : Begin your onward
journey to Jodhpur.
1430 hours (2:30 p.m.) : Driving past the
city of Jaipur is another wonderful experience.
Jaipur is known for its good roads and easy
accessibility. As one drives 135 kms on
the highway, past grasslands, villages and
vast open spaces, one reaches the famous
temples of Pushkar and Ajmer Sharief, the
holy dargah of the sufi saint Khwaja Moinuddin
Chisti. Legend has it, that a wish asked
for here, is always fulfilled with a blessing.
One needs to return, for a thanksgiving
Pushkar is famous for the serene waters
of the Pushkar Sarovar and its Jain Temples.
The most outstanding and remarkable of these
is the Sri Rangnath Venigopal Mandir popularly
known as Sri Rangji, which dates back to
1844 A.D. This is the only temple in India
where one can witness the culmination of
three distinct architectural styles – the
Rajasthani style of Chhatries and cenotaphs,
the Hindu, spire style of construction and
the South Indian, Gopuram style.
Break for lunch (optional). You may prefer
to have your lunch at Ajmer or Pushkar or
carry packed lunch boxes from Jaipur itself.
Resume your onward journey to Jodhpur.
1930 hours (7:30 p.m.) : Arrive at Jodhpur,
popularly known as the Sun City of Rajasthan.
Drive through another historic city of Rajasthan,
the fabled land of the valiant Rajputs.
Welcome to Taj Hari Mahal.
Check-in at Hotel.
Evening at leisure.
· Dinner and overnight at the Taj Hari Mahal.
The Taj Hari Mahal was built in 1999, in
an authentic Haveli style architecture,
retaining all elements, typical to Rajasthan.
Its spacious and well laid out interiors,
retain the original flavour of old Havelis
at the same time give you a luxurious feeling
of space and comfort. |
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| Day 4 : |
Jodhpur |
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Breakfast at Taj Hari Mahal.
0900 hours (9 a.m.) : City sight seeing
tour of Jodhpur, gateway to the desert and
beyond, home of the valiant Rathores of
Marwar. Visit the Mehrangarh Fort, rising
up on a hillock. The fort was built on the
advice of a pious hermit and overlooks the
blue city. The fort houses several palaces,
cannons, temple and a museum. You would
also visit Jaswant Thada, a richly carved
white marble cenotaph of Maharaja Jaswant
Singh ji, which preserves the genealogy
of the rulers of Jodhpur along with their
life-size portraits. One can listen to a
detailed audio on the Mehrangarh Fort through
a personal walkman, as well (hire charges
are additional). Option of selecting a desired
language is available.
1300 hours (1 p.m.) : Break for lunch (optional).
1600 hours (4 p.m.) : Late afternoon Jeep
Safari to the Bishnoi village, a memorable
outing in open air jeeps, visit various
traditional villages, look at local handicrafts
viz., shoe makers, pottery, hand weaving.
Bishnois are an integral part of this region,
a very hard working and hospitable tribal
community.
See village folk in their rustic and traditional
attire, women clad in their ancestral silver
jewellery, en-route watch and photograph
wildlife, black buck, chinkaras etc., all
endangered species protected by “Bishnois”.
1830 hours (6:30 p.m.) : Return to Taj Hari
Mahal by evening.
Dinner and overnight at the Hotel. Taj Hari
Mahal offers you the option of dining at
the poolside or the relaxing Verandah Café
or at Marwar, the Hotel’s multi cuisine
coffee shop. |
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| Day 5 : |
Udaipur |
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Breakfast at Taj Hari Mahal.
0900 hours (9 a.m.) : Depart from Taj Hari
Mahal for Udaipur.
1200 hours (12 noon) : Halt at Ranakpur
for a tour of the world famous marble cut
Jain Temples of Ranakpur. The temples date
back to the 15th century. The temple has
29 halls supported by 1,444 pillars none
of, which are similar. The temple abounds
with intricate friezes and sculptures. Your
journey also takes you to two more Jain
Temples as well as the Temple of the Sun
God.
1300 hours (1 p.m.) : Break for lunch in
the temple itself or at Maharani Bagh (optional).
1400 hours (2 p.m.) : Resume your drive
to the lake city of Rajasthan.
Upon arrival check-in at yet another historical
Palace of the Taj, the Taj Lake Palace,
Udaipur, situated on the pristine waters
of the Pichhola Lake. Over two and a half
centuries ago, Maharana Jagat Singh II,
decided to build this lovely Palace in white
marble. Today, with its 85 rooms and 19
suites, Lake Palace, reflects the same finesse,
style and elegance.
1700 hours (5 p.m.) : Early evening, engage
in a motor launch cruise on the placid waters
of the Lake Pichhola, which offers you a
breathtaking view of the city of Udaipur
as it rises majestically above the lake
in the middle of the Rajasthan desert.
Visit to the Jag Mandir Palace - another
lovely island Palace on the banks of the
Pichhola Lake.
· Dinner and overnight at the Taj Lake Palace.
Lake Palace offers you exciting dining options
at Jharokha, the 24 hour coffee shop or
the mesmerizing Neel Kamal, the Indian /
Continental restaurant, over looking the
lily pond. |
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| Day 6 : |
Udaipur |
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Breakfast at the Taj Lake
Palace.
0900 hours (9:00 a.m.) : Enjoy a Heritage
walk through the Taj Lake Palace as its
secrets and history engulf you, you’ll transcend
from the present into the old world charm
of yesteryears.
0945 hours (9:45 a.m.) : Depart for an exciting
sight seeing tour of Udaipur. Udaipur, also
known as the city of Sunrise, perhaps is
the most romantic city in Rajasthan. There
would be no doubt on why it is called "Venice
of the East".
The city was founded by Maharana Udai Singh
and is situated at the intersection of three
lakes, nestled in the lap of the Aravali
mountain ranges. The ambience, climate and
history combined, make Udaipur a touristic
heaven.
Morning excursion to famous temples of Eklingji
& Nagda. Eklingji, 22 kms from Udaipur,
built in 734 AD. This complex of 108 temples
enclosed by high walls is devoted to Lord
Eklingji, the Deity of the Maharanas of
Mewar. Nagda, 20 kms from Udaipur, is an
ancient and quiet place in Mewar, was the
first capital of Bappa Rawal. This houses
the famous Saas Bahu Ka Mandir which has
a lovely torana (decorative arch above the
entrance) with exquisitely carved apsaras.
1200 hours (12 noon) : Break for lunch (optional).
1400 hours (2 p.m.) : Afternoon half-day
city tour covering the City Palace Museum,
Jagdish Temple, Bhartiya Lok Kala Mandir,
Saheliyon Ki Bari and Fateh Sagar Lake.
1700 hours (5 p.m.) : Return to Taj Lake
Palace later in the evening.
Dinner and overnight at Taj Lake Palace. |
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| Day 7 : |
Udaipur |
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Breakfast at Taj Lake Palace.
Depart for the Dabok Airport / Railway Station
for onwards destination. |
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| Inclusion |
| Airport
/ Railway station transfer by A/C car.
Accommodation on base category rooms for a maximum
two adults & one child (below 12 years).
Breakfast and dinner( buffet / fixed menu basis).
One lunch experience at Ramgarh Lodge.
Champagne tour of Rambagh Palace.
Heritage Walk at Taj Lake Palace, Udaipur.
Complimentary in-room tea / coffee making facility,
wherever applicable.
Local, English speaking guide at all destinations.
Sight seeing & transportation arrangements as
specified in your itinerary.
· Toll tax & parking charges, wherever applicable.
· Surface transportation is offered in an a/c Esteem
(or Qualis / Coach for groups). Rajasthan Tours
are the ground handling agents for the Best of Rajasthan
package.
Elephant ride at Amber / Amer Fort, Jaipur.
Jeep Safari in Bishnoi Village, Jodhpur in an open
air jeep.
2 nights Jai Mahal Palace, Jaipur
2 nights Taj Hari Mahal, Jodhpur
2 nights Taj Lake Palace, Udaipur |
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| Price On Request. |
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Remarks |
- All prices quoted per person inIndian Rs.
on twin sharing basis.
- Rates subject to change without notice.
- Rates are applicable for a minimum of two
(2) persons travelling at one time.
- Rates are applicable for indian market only.
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