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Cultural Tours of Rajasthan

Duration : 16 Days - 15 Nights
Places Covered : Delhi - Mandawa - Bikaner - Jaisalmer - Jodhpur - Kumbhalgarh - Udaipur - Kota - Bundi - Ranthambhore - Jaipur - Delhi

The Cultural tour to Rajasthan will bring you close to its unmatched cultural heritage that has remained unchanged since time immemorial. Every city of Rajasthan has its own cultural identity that gives a tourist a totally new experience everywhere in Rajasthan. This heritage tour of Rajasthan includes visit to Jaipur, Kota, Bundi, Ranthambhore, Udaipur, Kumbhalgarh, Bikaner and Jaisalmer.

Day 01 : Arrive Delhi by International flight.
Meet our representative at the airport welcoming you to India with fresh flower garlands. Transfer to the hotel.Overnight at Hotel.

Day 02 : Delhi-Mandawa drive, 260 km/5 hours
Drive to Mandawa and on arrival, check-in at the hotel. Afternoon, a visit to havelies in Shekhawati region. Overnight at Hotel

Day 03 : Mandawa-Bikaner drive, 200 km/4 hours
Drive to Bikaner and on arrival, check-in at the hotel. Overnight at hotel

Day 04 : Bikaner
Bikaner - once a major trading post between Africa, West Asia and the Far East. The arts prospered receiving the patronage of a wealthy merchant community. The city is renowned for the best riding camels in the world.

Afternoon city tour visiting Camel Breeding Farms; Junagarh Fort, a formidable structure encircled by a moat and has some beautiful palaces within; Fort Museum housing memorabilia of the royal family etc. Visit the local bazaars for souvenir hunting.Overnight stay in the hotel.

Day 05 : Bikaner-Jaisalmer, 333 km/6 hours
Drive to Jaisalmer and on arrival, check-in at the hotel.Overnight stay in the hotel.

Day 06 : Jaisalmer
Morning city tour In the heart of the Thar Desert lies Jaisalmer, founded by Rawal Jaisal, in 1156 A.D. Here the yellow sandstone fort is an imposing sight, towering magnificently over the city. Discover the painstakingly latticed havelis or mansions with their grand facades. The Nathmalji-ki-haveli, Patwon-ki-haveli and Salim Singh-ki-haveli are fine examples of the stone carver's skill.

Shop at Rajasthali- the only Rajasthan Govt. emporium, for fine pattu shawls, mirror work and embroidered articles, wooden boxes, trinkets, silver jewellery and curios.
After lunch go for an exciting camel ride on the sand dunes of Sam, before sipping a refreshing cup of tea. Enjoy the dinner and the cultural programmes at a hotel in Jaisalmer. Overnight at Hotel

Day 07 : Jaisalmer-Jodhpur, 297 km/5-1/2 hrs
Depart by surface to Jodhpur. Gateway to the Thar desert, known for its striking forts, stately palaces and gracious buildings. Famous for its magnificent forts and palaces On arrival check in at hotel

Evening, visit Mehrangarh Fort, Jaswant Thada, Mandore garden and Umaid Bhawan Palace.Overnight at Hotel

Day 08 : Jodhpur-Kumbhalgarh, 220 km/5 hours
Drive to Kumbhalgarh and check-in at the hotel. Afternoon, visit to Kumbhalgarh fort.Overnight at Hotel

Day 09 : Kumbhalgarh-Udaipur, 100 km/2 hours
Drive to Udaipur, enroute visiting Ranakpur temples.Overnight at Hotels

Day 10 : Udaipur
Morning city tour of Udaipur situated in the colorful Rajasthan. Udaipur is described as the "City of Sunrise". The city stands in a valley amid green hills on the banks of the Lake Pichola. Jagdish Temple, the largest and most venerated temple of Udaipur; Sahelion-Ki-Bari", consisting of an ornamental pool with delicately carved chhatries of black and white marble and soft stone. Also visit the Maharana's City Palace, an imposing edifice of granite and marble. Overnight at Hotel

Day 11 : Udaipur- Chittaurgarh - Kota, 285 km
Drive to Kota, Enroute visit Chittaurgarh. On arrival check-in at the hotel.Overnight at Hotel

Day 12 : Kota-Bundi-Ranthambhore, 200 km
Drive to Ranthambhore,Enroute visit Bundi. On arrival, check-in at the hotel. Overnight at Hotel

Day 13 : Ranthambhore - Jaipur, 185 km/4 hours.
Morning, Jeep safari to view the exotic wildlife. (Sanctuary remains closed from July to Sep.) Afternoon, drive to Jaipur On arrival check-in at the hotel.Overnight at Hotel

Day 14 : Jaipur
Depart by surface to 11kms in the outskirts of the city to visit Amber Fort, the ancient capital of the State until 1728. Visit the Temple of Kali, the Hall of Victory or Jai Mahal and Jagmandir. You can have the unique experience of traveling on elephant back to and from the top of the hill on which the fort is situated.
Afternoon travel through the countryside and watch the simple life style of the villagers of rural India as you go to the Pink city of Jaipur. Your tour of Jaipur covers visit to the solar observatory. Also visit the museum with fine specimens of Rajput and Mughal paintings and Full day at leisure. Overnight at hotel

Day 15 : Jaipur
Day at leisure - optional day trip to Pushkar (140 km).

Day 16 : Jaipur-Delhi, 260 km/6 hours
Drive to Delhi and on arrival, transfer to international airport for onward flight.