10 Days Programme Pushkar Fair Nov 2024
DELHI · JAISALMER · JODHPUR · PUSHKAR · JAIPUR · RANTHAMBORE
Today group will arrive at Delhi international airport,. You will be met by our representative upon arrival and will transfer group to hotel
India’s capital and a major gateway to the country, contemporary Delhi is a bustling metropolis, which successfully combines in its folds - the ancient with the modern. Amidst the fast spiraling skyscrapers the remnants of a bygone time in the form of its many monuments stand as silent reminders to the region’s ancient legacy. The first impressions for any visitor traveling in from the airport are of a specious, garden city, tree-lined with a number of beautiful parks.
Overnight stay at Hotel
Morning buffet breakfast at the hotel
In time assisted transfer to airport to board flight for Jodhpur
Upon arrival at Jodhpur airport group will be driven to Jaisalmer
Jaisalmer, the golden beauty etched in yellow sandstone, standing tall against miles of gleaming sand. Founded in 1156 AD by Maharawal Jaisal, Jaisalmer’s location kept it almost untouched by outside influences and even during the days of the Raj, Jaisalmer was the last to sign the Instrument of Agreement with the British. Very few cities can boast of the magnificence that surrounds Jaisalmer. There is a fort that seems to rise out of a desert haze, its yellow sandstone walls and bastions taking on a golden hue in the afternoon sun, which is why it is aptly called Sonar Kila or the Golden Fort.
Upon arrival check-in at hotel
Overnight stay at the Hotel
Meals Includes: Breakfast
Morning buffet breakfast at the hotel
After breakfast half day sightseeing tour of this city of gilded magic.
See the fort built by Rawal Jaisal atop the 80 m high Trikuta hill, where a fourth of the population still lives. Within the fort are also beautifully carved Jain temples of the 12th to the 15th centuries. See Badal Vilas Palace - the former ruler’s 20th century palace;
Also visit some impressive merchant mansions (havelies) including Patwon ki Haveli (1805), a five-storey building with carved pillars and murals, Salim Singh and Nathmalji ki Haveli.
Later in the afternoon excursion to Sam Sand dunes
No trip to Jaisalmer is complete without a trip to the most picturesque dunes of Sam. The ripples on the wind -caressed dunes, that create an enchanting mirage, are surely a delight for a trigger -happy photographer. Enjoy the camel ride at the dunes.
Overnight stay at the Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Morning buffet breakfast at the hotel
After breakfast you will be driven to Jodhpur with lunch enroute at a local restaurant in Osian.
Jodhpur also termed as "The Sun City" was founded by Rao Jodha, a chief of the Rathore clan, in 1459. It is named after him only. Jodhpur was previously known as Marwar. Jodhpur is divided into two parts - the old city and the new city. The old city is separated by a 10 km long wall surrounding it. Also it has eight Gates leading out of it. The new city is outside the walled city.
Upon arrival check-in at hotel
Later proceed on the city tour visiting
The Mehrangarh Fort ("Majestic Fort"): Located on the hilltop that rises sharply at the city of Jodhpur. With its 68 ft wide and 117 ft high walls soaring 400 ft above the city the fort dominates surrounding plains and appears very majestic and impregnable. The Mehrangarh Fort was founded by Rao Jodha in 1459 when he shifted his capital from Mandore. The palaces in the fort were constructed by Rao Jodha Singh from 1459 onwards in an informal pattern over several centuries and have its own architectural features, such as narrow staircases leading to the royal residence, carved panels and porches, elaborately adorned walls and brilliant stained glass windows that create vibrant mosaics on the floors with the play of light. The various buildings inside the fort now serve as Mehrangarh museum now which hosts a well preserved collection of musical instruments, palanquins, furniture and cannons on the fort's ramparts.
Jaswant Thada: The graceful marble cenotaph of Maharaja Jaswant Singh II. His son Maharaja Sardar Singhji built the Taj Mahal of Marwar in the memory of Maharaj Jaswant Singhji II of Jodhpur. The main memorial has been built like a temple with intricately carved marble stone that is sculpted by the genius artesian. A visit to this structure is through the rocky hills giving it a secluded and a mystic aura.
Overnight stay at the Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast & Lunch
Morning buffet breakfast at the hotel
After breakfast you will be driven to Pushkar
Pushkar is one of the holy towns of India with 400 temples and 52 bathing ghats. Pushkar prides itself on being the site of the only temple of the Hindu God of Creation, Brahma.
Rest of the day to enjoy the cattle fair
Pushkar Fair is the world's largest camel fair and it also makes it world's largest cattle fair in general. Competitions such as the "Matka Phod", "moustache", and "bridal competition" are the main attractions of this fair that attract thousands of tourists. A spotlight of one's holiday in India, the festival hosts around 50,000 camels which are sold, decorated, shaved and raced. From a mere 14,000 to a massive 200,000! This is how the population of Pushkar swells during the Pushkar Fair.
Overnight stay at the tent resort
Meals Included: Breakfast & Dinner
Day to explore the Pushkar fair
From a mere 14,000 to a massive 200,000! This is how the population of Pushkar swells during the Pushkar Fair. A spotlight of one's Indian holiday, the festival hosts around 50,000 camels which are sold, decorated, shaved and raced. The show goes on for a whole week as travellers continue to join in the fun, which includes a number of cultural competitions.
Overnight stay at the tent resort
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Morning buffet breakfast at the hotel
After breakfast group will be driven to Jaipur
Jaipur's past is never too far from hand. The city of victory, Jaipur presides over the fascinating desert state and its people: surrounded by rugged hills, each crowned by a formidable fort; and beautiful palaces, mansions and gardens dotted throughout its precincts. The palaces and forts of yesteryear that were witness to royal processions and splendour are now living monuments, accepted quite naturally into the lifestyles of the people of the "pink city". Except for the busy traffic of bicycles, cars and buses, little seems to have changed. There is a timeless quality to Jaipur's bazaars and its people. With its historical past, Jaipur revives legends of the ancient Rajputs. The dresses of the women and the turbans of the men add colour to this fascinating city.
Upon arrival check-in at hotel
Dinner at ethnic resort – Chokhi Dhani where you get virtual idea of Indian villages and you will be served Rajasthani Thali dinner
Overnight stay at the Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast & Dinner
Morning buffet breakfast at the hotel
After breakfast you will be driven to Ranthambore
Ranthambore was the private hunting grounds of the Maharajas of Jaipur. Among the most famous of their hunting parties was the one organized for Queen Elizabeth II and the Duke of Edinburgh in 1961. Ranthambore is famous for its tigers. Here, more than in any other park or sanctuary in India, tigers are now encountered in broad daylight. Besides tiger, Ranthambore has a large variety of animals and it is also a bird watcher's delight.
Upon arrival check-in at hotel
Overnight stay at the Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast & Dinner
Morning and afternoon game drive at the National Park in a shared canter.
Overnight stay at the Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
In time assisted transfer to Ranthambore railway station in canter to board train for Delhi
Upon arrival at Delhi railway station group will be taken to a local restaurant for DINNER
After dinner assisted transfer to international airport to board flight for onward destination
Meals Included: Breakfast & Dinner