Rajasthan Enchanting Forts Tour
Duration : 14 Nights - 15 Days
Destinations : Delhi » Agra » Jaipur » Pushkar » Kota » Udaipur » Jodhpur » Jaisalmer » Bikaner » Mandawa » Delhi
Rajasthan is a state in India replete with aura of magic and mystery; its prime attractions are fort and palaces which tell a saga of Rajput history. Divino Indian Memoirz weaves this Rajasthan Enchanting Forts Tour to offer you a memorable holiday to this colorful state of India. Besides you will get to explore the Taj Mahal at Agra. 
Day 01: Arrival in Delhi
You will land at the New Delhi International airport with all your dreams and expectations of the Rajasthan Enchanting Forts Tour. Divino Indian Memoirz representative will be waiting at the airport lounge to welcome you to India. He will then drive you to the hotel and the hotel staff also welcomes you in Indian style.
Laze at the hotel. Feel the warm Indian hospitality on the first day of arrival.
If you arrive in the afternoon at Delhi we will organize a memorable dining at an exotic dining venue in Delhi. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 02: Delhi Sightseeing
After a scrumptious breakfast at the hotel, you will be taken to a full day sightseeing in Delhi.
The tour guide selected by us will guide you to the monument sites of Delhi. First you will proceed towards Old Delhi and while you walk past the old buildings you will lose yourself amidst the secrets of the city's Mughal past. First you will see the majestic Red Fort made of red sandstone. The first view of it will thrill you. Explore its interiors palaces. Then you will explore the Jama Masjid, the largest mosque in Asia. Enjoy a rickshaw ride from Jama Masjid to Chandni Chowk viewing the unique happenings on the street. Drive to Raj Ghat nestled amidst lush gardens where you will pay tribute to the Father of nation, Mahatma Gandhi.
After lunch you will explore New Delhi and its monuments—the 42 meter high India Gate, President’s House, the Humayun’s Tomb, Qutub Minar, National Museum, Lotus temple and many more.
Evening you will enjoy dance and music concert at a cultural centre of Delhi. After dinner stay overnight.
Day 03: Delhi–Agra (205 Kms-4 hours)
Morning you will drive to Agra in Uttar Pradesh where is located the grand Taj Mahal with its timeless beauty.
On arrival you will be accommodated at the hotel. Then our guide will showcase you Agra and its monuments. Firs you will explore the Agra Fort and its inside halls and gardens, then the Itmad-ul-Daulah Tomb—all are architectural marvels of the Mughals. Then you will proceed towards the Taj Mahal, the jewel of Mughal architecture. Your Rajasthan fort and places tour will be rewarded as you will explore the majestic beauty and architecture of the Taj. The Sunset view of Taj will mesmerize you. Catch the best view of Taj in your camera.
You can shop at the markets of Agra which have various unique things from handicrafts to leather products.
Divino Indian Memoirz offers you a Mughlai dinner at a restaurant in Agra. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 04: Agra–Jaipur (258-5 hours drive)
After breakfast Divino Indian Memoirz representative will drive you to Jaipur, the capital city of Rajasthan known for its forts and palaces. On the way drive, your lunch will be offered at a highway restaurant.
On arrival, check into your hotel. Our representative will assist you to complete check in formalities. Then you will get ready for sightseeing in Jaipur. Today you will visit the palaces, temples and gardens of Jaipur city. You will visit the City Palace, the Hawa Mahal, Jantar Mantar, an observatory and the museum. Jaipur is city of culture and heritage monuments. While you explore the monuments you will surprise to see the architectural wonders of the Rajputs infused with Hindu and Mughal architecture.
Evening you will have your theme dinner at a theme restaurant. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 06: Jaipur - Pushkar (180 kms-2 hours drive)
Early morning Divino Indian Memoirz representative will drive you to the Amber Fort perched on a hillock. Enjoy an elephant ride here. Explore the dazzling interiors of Amber.
Later drive to Pushkar holy city of Rajasthan. Pushkar surrounded by the Nag Pahar is dotted with a lake on the bank of which is located temples of Hindus. Myths say, the Pushkar Lake appears miraculously when a lotus flower falls from the hands of Lord Brahma, the creator. Hindus now have a belief that God visits Pushkar five days in a year to bless the pious souls.
On arrival you will take your hotel at Pushkar. Then you will explore the Brahma temple, the only Brahma shrine in the world, the Savitri temple and the Pushkar bazaars. You can buy things from various selections--silver jewelry, wall hangings, shoulder bags, embroidered fabrics, shoes, decorative items and so on.
Evening enjoy boat ride at the Pushkar Lake. After dinner stay overnight.
Day 06: Pushkar- Kota - Udaipur (302 kms-6 hours)
After breakfast you will drive to Udaipur, the lake city of Rajasthan. Enroute you will visit the heritage sites of Bundi and Kota. You will visit Bundi Palace, Taragarh Fort. The heritage sites of Kota that you will explore are City Palace & Brij Vilas museum, Gagron Fort, etc. If you have time you can explore the Kota textile centers and the Kota School of miniature paintings.
Then you will head towards Udaipur. On arrival you will be settled at the hotel by Divino Indian representative. You will laze at the hotel and after dinner overnight stay at the Udaipur hotel.
Day 07: Udaipur Sightseeing
Have a sumptuous breakfast at the hotel. Udaipur is a beautiful city replete with lakes, places and scenic backdrop of the Aravalli. A city drenched in romance and beauty Udaipur is always an inspiration to the poets and painters.
Today you will explore the City Palace located on the bank of Lake Pichola, walking through the exquisitely carved marble corridors at the City Palace Complex explore the stunning pavilions, archways, carved water fountains and palatial royal quarters ornamented with mirrors, colored glass, mica and skillfully fashioned murals. Then you will visit Saheliyon ki Bari, Moti Magri, Lake Pichola and Jag Mandir Island Palace.
Late afternoon enjoy your dream romantic boat ride on the azure waters of Lake Pichola.
Day 08: Udaipur–Jodhpur (275 kms-5.30 hours)
Get up early and have your breakfast. Divino Indian Memoirz representative then will drive you to Jodhpur.
Enroute you will visit the Ranakpur temples, which are known for its carved architecture of the Jain temples.
Our representative will assist you in check in formalities at a hotel in Jodhpur. Then you will explore the Jodhpur city and its heritage monuments.
The main tourist attractions in Jodhpur are the palaces and the forts. The prime attraction in Jodhpur is the Mehrangarh Fort. Within the fort you will explore the Phool Mahal, Sheesh Mahal, Moti Mahal, Daulat Khan and Sileh Khana. The museum in the palace have rare collections of rarities, antiques and relics of the past like costumes, tea sets, clocks, timepieces and paintings. The palace is now a heritage hotel though one part of it is still a royal residence. Then you will explore the Jaswant Thada, the marble cenotaph.
Overnight at Jodhpur hotel.
Day 09: Jodhpur–Jaisalmer (285 kms-6 hours)
To experience a glimpse of heritage and culture of Rajasthan you will set out for a village safari on the outskirt villages of Jodhpur. Explore the village life of Rajasthan and interact with the local folks.
Return back to the hotel and check out it for your nest drive to Jaisalmer, the golden city of Rajasthan. On arrival you will halt at the hotel.
Jaisalmer city is located in the heart of the Thar Desert; it houses the Golden Fort covering a huge area.
After dinner you will stay overnight at the hotel.
Day 10: Jaisalmer Sightseeing
Leave your bed early and have your breakfast. Then you will embark on your sightseeing tour of Jaisalmer. Explore the Jaisalmer Fort and its red sandstone architecture. Visit the Jain temples located inside it and the local people live at some of the palaces of the fort.
Then you will explore the havelis of Jaisalmer --Patwon-ki-Haveli and Salim-Singh-ki-Haveli --remarkable for their exclusive cutwork, and the bracket-shaped decoration of peacocks.
You will visit the Desert Culture and Museum Centre to have a view of the Desert art works and cultural life. A Jaisalmer visit is incomplete one without a visit to this centre.
Return back to the hotel and after dinner stay overnight.
Day 11: Jaisalmer Camel Safari
After breakfast you will set out a full day village safari in and outskirt Jaisalmer. First you will drive to the villages of Jaisalmer through the rugged roads of desert. You will see some barren land. You can explore the Desert National Park located on the outskirt of Jaisalmer city.
After an early lunch you will ride back on the camel to Sam village of Jaisalmer to enjoy sunset on the Sam sand dunes. A camel ride will be enthralling to you. You can also visit the Khuri village which has mud houses and straw roofs.
Evening folk dance and music programme will be arranged to you at the hotel premise. Have a night view of the Golden Fort from the terrace of the hotel. The magic and mystery will stun your eyes. After dinner, stay overnight at the hotel.
Day 12: Jaisalmer – Bikaner (330 kms—6.30 hours)
After breakfast you will leave the hotel of Jaisalmer and then you will move towards to your next destination, Bikaner the camel city of Rajasthan. You will drive past landscapes of desert villages.
Check in at a hotel on arrival in Bikaner. After dinner stay overnight.
Day 13: Bikaner Sightseeing
After breakfast you will start your Bikaner sightseeing tour. Bikaner is one of the most visited desert cities in Rajasthan known for its forts, temples and sand dunes.
You will visit the Junagarh Fort made of red sandstone and marble during 1571 to 1611 AD. Decked with kiosks and balconies the palaces of the fort give an impressive view of stone carvings. The palaces located inside the Fort are Anup Mahal, Diwan-e-Khas, Hawa Mahal, Badal Mahal, Chandra Mahal, Phool Mahal, Rang Mahal, Dungar Mahal and Ganga Mahal.
Visit also Lallgarh Palace, a part of which is now a heritage hotel. This palace is designed by Swinton Jacob for Maharaja Ganga Singh which shows the fusion of European luxury and oriental fantasy.
Ganga Golden Jubilee Museum is a must to see in Bikaner as it houses of brilliant specimens of Harappa civilization, the Gupta and Kushan era.
Then you will visit the Devi Kund, Shivbari Temple and Havelis of Bikaner. The most surprising will be your visit to Karni Mata temple at Deshnoke; where you will see thousands of rats worshipped by the devotees.
Also visit the Camel Breeding Farm, the largest in Asia to see its camel rearing. The entire pastoral environ will thrill you.
You can also explore the villages of Bikaner on a camel ride.
After dinner, stay overnight at the hotel.
Day 14: Bikaner –Mandawa (200 kms)
After breakfast check out the hotel. Divino Indian Memoirz representative will then drive you to Mandawa located in exotic Shekhawati region of Rajasthan. On arrival you halt at your hotel.
After lunch you will explore today the Mandawa city and its travel attractions. Mandawa houses beautiful havelis decked with frescoes. Tour to the havelis like--Chowkhani Haveli, Lakshmi Narayan Ladia Haveli, Gulab Rai Ladia Haveli, Bhagchandika Haveli, Mohahanlal Saraf Haveli and the towns of Shekhawati. The open frescoes of the havelis will thrill you; the motifs are mainly mythological story, folk themes, etc.
If you can manage your time you can explore other travel attractions of Shekahwati cities.
After diner stay overnight at Mandawa hotel.
Day 15: Mandawa—Delhi (242-5 hours drive)
Early morning you will drive to Delhi.
Your Rajasthan India tour comes to an end. You will be transferred timely to the Delhi Airport where you will board your flight back home.
Divino Indian Memoirz takes care of you utmost to offer you a memorable holiday with us. Bidding farewell to you we wish you a happy journey and hope that the memorabilia of the tour beckons you lifetime.
