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Short Itinerary
Delhi/ Mandawa / Bikaner/ Jaisalmer / Jodhpur / Udaipur
Day 1: Delhi
- Arrive in Delhi, receive a personalized welcome, and transfer to the hotel.
- Explore New Delhi: Qutub Minar, India Gate, Parliament, and Rashtrapati Bhawan (Presidential Residence).
- Overnight at the hotel.
Day 2: Delhi to Mandawa
- Depart for Mandawa, the “open-air art gallery of Rajasthan.”
- Discover havelis adorned with painted frescoes.
- Check-in at the hotel and enjoy your free time.
- Overnight at the hotel.
Day 3: Mandawa to Bikaner
- Explore the tranquil villages of Mandawa and Nawalgarh.
- Travel to Bikaner.
- Visit Junagarh Fort, a formidable structure with intricate architecture.
- Overnight at the hotel.
Day 4: Bikaner to Jaisalmer
- Explore Bikaner’s medieval streets and vibrant bazaars.
- Visit the Ganga Jubilee Museum.
- Travel to Jaisalmer, encountering local villages along the way.
- Check in at the hotel and relax.
- Overnight at the hotel.
Day 5: Jaisalmer
- Explore the “Golden City” of Jaisalmer: majestic fort, sandstone Havelis, and Jain temples.
- Visit Lake Gadi Sagar.
- Embark on a camel ride into the desert and witness a mesmerizing sunset over the dunes.
- Overnight at the hotel.
Day 6: Jaisalmer to Jodhpur
- Visit Viyas Chattri, the hill of royal cenotaphs.
- Travel to Jodhpur.
- Explore Mehrangarh Fort, Jaswant Thada, and old-town spice and fabric markets.
- Overnight at the hotel.
Day 7: Jodhpur
- Further, explore Mehrangarh Fort and Jaswant Thada.
- Enjoy a leisurely afternoon exploring the old city’s vibrant markets.
- Overnight at the hotel.
Day 8: Jodhpur to Udaipur via Ranakpur
- Depart for Udaipur.
- Visit the Jain Temples of Ranakpur, renowned for their intricate marble architecture.
- Continue to Udaipur.
- Check in at the hotel and relax.
- Overnight at the hotel.
Details of the Trip
Delhi/ Mandawa / Bikaner/ Jaisalmer / Jodhpur / Udaipur
NORTH INDIA- ROYAL RAJASTHAN ODYSSEY (8 DAYS)
Day 1: Delhi
- Personalized Welcome: Arrive in Delhi, greeted with a warm, personalized welcome. Feel the hustle and bustle of India’s vibrant capital as you’re transferred to your hotel.
- Explore New Delhi: Wander through the historic lanes, starting with the Qutab Minar, a towering 73-meter-high minaret nestled in a serene park, where colourful parrots flit among ancient ruins. Drive past the stately India Gate, a tribute to Indian soldiers, and admire the grandeur of Parliament and Rashtrapati Bhawan (Presidential Residence).
- Overnight: Settle into your hotel for a restful night in the heart of Delhi.
Day 2: Delhi to Mandawa
- Departure for Mandawa: After a hearty breakfast, journey to Mandawa, nestled in the Shekhawati region, known as Rajasthan’s “open-air art gallery.”
- Discover Havelis: Marvel at the exquisite havelis, their walls adorned with vivid frescoes depicting tales of war, daily life, and religious myths. Each painting tells a story, bringing the history and culture of this region to life.
- Overnight: Check into your hotel and enjoy the peaceful ambience of Mandawa.
Day 3: Mandawa to Bikaner
- Village Exploration: Begin your day exploring the tranquil villages of Mandawa and Nawalgarh. Hear the calls of peacocks echoing through the deserted havelis, creating a magical, timeless atmosphere.
- Travel to Bikaner: Continue your journey to Bikaner.
- Junagarh Fort: Arrive and step back in time at the imposing Junagarh Fort. Built-in the 16th century by Raja Rai Singh, it’s intricate architecture and historical significance will leave you in awe.
- Overnight: Relax and unwind at your hotel in Bikaner.
Day 4: Bikaner to Jaisalmer
- Bikaner’s Bazaars: After breakfast, stroll through Bikaner‘s medieval streets and vibrant bazaars, alive with the scents and colours of Rajasthan. Visit the Ganga Jubilee Museum, home to the opulent collections of the Maharajahs.
- Journey to Jaisalmer: Continue to Jaisalmer, the “Golden City.” Watch for antelopes grazing by the roadside, adding a touch of wilderness to your journey.
- Overnight: Check into your hotel in Jaisalmer and relax.
Day 5: Jaisalmer
- Golden City Exploration: Explore Jaisalmer, perched on the edge of the Thar Desert. Discover its majestic fort, rising like a golden crown, and wander through intricately carved sandstone havelis.
- Jain Temples: Visit the serene Jain temples within the fort, dating back to the 15th century.
- Lake Gadi Sagar: Stroll around Lake Gadi Sagar, a tranquil oasis south of the fortress.
- Desert Adventure: In the afternoon, embark on a camel ride into the desert, where the sunset paints the dunes in a mesmerizing palette of colours.
- Overnight: Return to your hotel for a peaceful night.
Day 6: Jaisalmer to Jodhpur
- Royal Cenotaphs: Visit Viyas Chattri, where the royal cenotaphs are adorned with intricate chhatris, a tribute to the rulers of Jaisalmer.
- Travel to Jodhpur: Journey to Jodhpur.
- Arrival and Relaxation: Arrive, check-in at the hotel, and unwind in the “Blue City.”
- Overnight: Stay at your hotel in Jodhpur.
Day 7: Jodhpur
- Blue City Exploration: After breakfast, delve into Jodhpur, surrounded by its protective wall. Visit Mehrangarh Fort, a towering fortress offering breathtaking views and stories of valour and grandeur.
- Jaswant Thada: Discover Jaswant Thada, a serene white marble memorial to Jodhpur‘s kings.
- Market Exploration: Enjoy a leisurely lunch and wander through the old town’s spice and fabric markets, where the vibrant colours and aromatic scents create a feast for the senses.
- Overnight: Rest at your hotel in Jodhpur.
Day 8: Jodhpur to Udaipur via Ranakpur
- Departure for Udaipur: After breakfast, set off for Udaipur.
- Ranakpur Temples: En route, visit the Jain Temples of Ranakpur, hidden in a serene ravine. Marvel at the intricate marble architecture, where 200 uniquely carved pillars create an ethereal atmosphere.
- Arrival in Udaipur: Continue to Udaipur, the city of lakes.
- Relaxation: Check into your hotel and relax by the serene lakeside.
- Overnight: Enjoy the tranquil ambience of your hotel in Udaipur.
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