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The Grand Rajasthan with Taj takes you to the magnificent Tajmahal to wilderness of Ranthambhore. You encounter the majestic palaces & grandeurs of maharajas of Rajasthan. The charm of Lake City, artisans at Sanganer, Cultural dance, sand dunes of desert, & vivid fresco paintings of Shekhawati. It covers each aspect of Rajasthan & its lovely heritage.
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Day 01 : Arrive in Delhi |
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After arriving in Delhi, you will be greeted & received by our tour guide, who will assists and escort you to a waiting coach/cab and get you checked in to your decided hotel.
After lunch, we will embark on visit to Delhi's monuments starting with Qutub Minar followed by Lotus temple & Akshardham.
Overnight stay will be in hotel at Delhi. |
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02 : Delhi sightseeing |
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After breakfast, we will visit the magnificent Humayun's Tomb, then visit India Gate, The President House, & Parliament house. After lunch, we will visit Rajghat to see the memorial of Mahatma Gandhi, drive straight to Old Delhi, to experience a rickshaw ride thru the old bazaars of Dariba Kalan & Chandani Chowk. Evening is at Red Fort where beside the interiors of the fort, a 'light and sound show', is very entertaining.
Overnight stay will be in hotel at Delhi. |
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03 : Delhi – Agra (200 km, 6 hrs) |
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After breakfast, we drive to Agra enroute visiting Sikandara Fort. Arrive in Agra, check into hotel, & after lunch, sightseeing of Agra including visit to TAJ MAHAL. Overnight stay will be in the hotel at Agra. |
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04 : Agra – Fatehpur Sikri - Jaipur (260 km, 8 hrs) |
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After breakfast, On day 4, we drive to the Pink City, Jaipur. Enroute, we will visit Fatehpur Sikri which used to be the capital of Moghul emperor Akbar the great and is still very well preserved. After visiting Fatehpur Sikri, We will proceed to Jaipur.
We will arrive in Jaipur in late afternoon. After check-in to hotel, take some rest. In evening, we will visit live Art galleries, painters doing live miniature paintings, and later visit traditional bazaars.
Jaipur is famous for its precious & semi precious Stones & Jwellery, Carpets, & traditional artifacts. Overnight stay will be in the hotel in Jaipur. |
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05 : Jaipur |
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Early morning, we will set out for Amber Fort excursion like a old royalty type elephant ride (The Amber Fort looks stunning, all-built in white marble and red sandstone.), followed by breakfast in the fort itself, followed by a visit to Jaigarh Fort. Later in afternoon we visit the City palace and Jantar Mantar driving past Hawa Mahal. The famous City Palace in Jaipur comprises of several palaces. The entire compound is spread over a vast expense of land and covers a number of famous attractions. The palaces inside the premises of the City Palace compound include Mubarak Mahal, Chandra Mahal, and Badal Mahal. The famous museums of the City Palace are housed in the beautiful building of Mubarak Mahal. A stunning building for its spectators, Mubarak Mahal is a beautiful amalgamation of Rajputana and Mughal architecture.
At night, we will drive to Choki Dhani for traditional Rajasthani dinner with colorful puppet show and cultural dance. Overnight stay will be in the hotel at Jaipur. |
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06 : Jaipur- Sawai Madhopur - Ranthambore (162 Km, 3 hrs) |
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Today, we will drive to the world famous Ranthambore National Park for an experience of the haunting wilderness in this part of the world. Upon arrival, check-in at the Forest Lodge. After adequate rest, we embark on a leisurely nature walk along the boundaries of the park. Overnight stay will be in Forest Lodge at Ranthambhore. |
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07: Ranthambhore |
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Today early morning, leave for wildlife safari and we take you deep inside the arid dry deciduous forests of Ranthambore. You will be accompanied by a knowledgeable guide who has years of experience under his belt and we will try every tricks up our sleeve to locate the elusive tiger for your viewing pleasure. After an absorbing wildlife safari, we will return back to the Forest Lodge.
Overnight stay will be in Forest Lodge in Ranthambore. |
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08: Ranthambhore - Chittaurgarh (320 km, 8 hrs) |
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After soaking into wilderness, we will leave Ranthambore in morning after the breakfast. Lunch will be enroute. At late afternoon, we will arrive in Chittaurgarh. After relaxing for some time, in evening we will visit to Tower of Victory (Vijaystambh). Overnight stay will be in the hotel at Chittaurgarh. |
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9: Chittaurgarh-Udaipur (120 km, 3 hrs) |
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After breakfast, we will leave for half-day sightseeing of Chittaurgarh including Rana Kumbha Palace, Padmini Palace, & Gaumukh Reservoir. In afternoon, we will leave for City of Lakes, Udaipur. On arrival, check into Heritage hotel. Late evening, we will visit Hotel Lake Palace with Boat trip in Lake Pichola. Dinner will be at the terrace of a lake facing restaurant with traditional dance.
Overnight stay will be in hotel at Udaipur. |
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10: Udaipur |
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After breakfast we set out for sightseeing of Udaipur covering tourist landmarks like Jagdish Temple, City Palace, and Saheliyon Ki Bari etc. After lunch we will visit Sajjangarh Palace, the monsoon palace of Maharaja Sajjan Singh. In evening, we will visit Bagore Ki Haveli stands on Ganghori Ghat and faces Lake Pichola. It houses a museum of traditional Rajasthani art and crafts, and organizes Rajasthani traditional dance and music shows. Overnight stay will be in hotel at Udaipur. |
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11: Udaipur – Mt. Abu (164 km, 4 hrs) |
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After breakfast leave for Mt. Abu, the only hill station of Rajasthan town in Aravali Hills. On arrival, check-in Hotel. After lunch and rest, we will set out for visit of Beautiful Nakki Lake with boat cruise and scenic view of setting sun in hills at Sunset Point. Overnight stay will be in hotel at Mt. Abu. |
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12: Mount Abu |
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Early morning, we will leave for small trek to Gaumukh Temple & then visit beautifully carved Delwara Jain Temples. After lunch, we will take rest and then Horse riding at Nakki Lake in evening. Late evening, we will return to Hotel. Dinner and overnight stay will be in the hotel at Mt. Abu. |
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13: Mount Abu – Jodhpur (265 Km, 7 hrs) |
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In morning, we will leave for Jodhpur, the beautiful blue town. In afternoon, we will reach Jodhpur. On arrival check-into the hotel, the rest of day is at your leisure for lazy walk in bazaars for shopping or just enjoy sunset from the balcony of your room. Overnight stay will be in the hotel at Jodhpur. |
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14: Jodhpur |
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Today, we will set for an excursion trip to Mandore gardens with red sandstone monument at outskirts of Jodhpur. Then, we will have sightseeing of Jodhpur covering the historic Mehrangarh Fort, Jaswant Thada, and the impressive Umaid Bhawan Palace. After an exciting day of sightseeing, return back to the hotel for overnight stay. |
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15: Jodhpur-Jaisalmer (289 Km, 8 hrs) |
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After breakfast, we will leave for Jaisalmer, the town of sand dunes. In afternoon, we will reach Jaisalmer. On arrival, check-in to hotel and relax. In evening we will visit Gadisar Lake and colorful bazaars of Jaisalmer. Overnight stay will be in the hotel at Jaisalmer. |
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16: Jaisalmer |
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Today, we will visit Jaisalmer Fort, Patwon Ki Haveli, Nathmal Ki Haveli, and Salim Singh Ki Haveli, and other monuments. After lunch, we will move for excursion trip to beautiful carved Lodurva Jain Temple and Amarsagar Lake. Overnight stay will be in the hotel at Jaisalmer. |
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17: Jaisalmer - Khuri sand dunes (45 km) |
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After breakfast, proceed to Khuri. Khuri is renowned for its breathtaking sand dunes and your tour guide will make all the logistical arrangements for your camel safari as well as your tented accommodation amidst the fascinating sand and dunes.
After an exciting camel safari in the sandy desert return to tented camp for dinner under a starlit sky in the backdrop of enchanting Rajasthani folk music and dance performed by established folk artists. Overnight stay will be in tent at Khuri. |
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18: Jaisalmer to Bikaner (348 Km, 10 hrs) |
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Post breakfast leave for Bikaner that is known for breeding the fastest riding camels in Asia. Check in to a hotel on arrival and stay overnight in Bikaner. |
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19: Bikaner |
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After breakfast, we will visit the Junagarh Fort & Lalgarh Fort. After lunch, we will set out on an excursion to the Karni Mata Temple at Deshnoke. Later in the day the Grand Rajasthan Tour guide arranges for you to be driven back to the hotel in Bikaner for an overnight stay. |
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20: Bikaner - Mandawa (164 km, 4 hrs) |
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After breakfast, we will drive to Mandawa. Check in to hotel on arrival and relax. In afternoon, we will start sightseeing of Mandawa, which has some beautiful havelis & fresco paintings. We will visit Binsidhar Newatia Haveli and Gulab Raai Ladia Haveli. Overnight stay will be in hotel at Mandawa. |
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21: Mandawa-Delhi (275 km, 6 hrs) |
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On the last day after breakfast, we will leave for Delhi. Lunch will be enroute. On arrival in Delhi, transfer to IGI airport to board flight to your onward destination. |
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TnT says Why: |
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The Karnatakan Heritage tour encompassed the hidden architectural gem of southern India. It takes you to extravagance of Hindu Dravidian architectural marvel of Belur, Halebid, Hampi, & beautiful rock cut caves at Badami. You rejoice the beauty of biggest dome at Bijapur & 5th century marvel at Aihole & Pattadakal. It covers every contrast & hue of heritage traversing through some beautiful palaces of major city of Bangalore & Mysore. The culture, people, architecture you will come to know change with changes in distance though they are in one state. Most of the heritage sites covered in the tour is UNESCO world heritage sites; a intricate & rare package to feel southern gem of Karnataka. |
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Other Extensions: |
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| 1 |
Kumbhalgarh – Ranakpur |
3 Days |
| 2 |
Haridwar – Rishikesh |
3 Days |
| 3 |
Ahmedabad – Gandhi Ashram |
2 Days |
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