Splendid Rajasthan

Day 01Arrive Delhi – Agra (240 Km 4 hrs)

Upon Arrival at Delhi Airport pick up we will drive Agra, beautifully situated on the banks of river Yamuna. It achieved prominence as the capital of the Mughal Emperors from the year 1526 to 1628, remains major tourist destination because of its many splendid Mughal-era monuments, most notably the Taj Mahal, Agra Fort & Fatehpur Sikri, all three are UNESCO World Heritage sites.

On arrival transfer to your hotel. Relax for a while. Later we will proceed for the sightseeing of Agra Visit Taj Mahal (Closed on Fridays), symbol of eternal love, which stands on the banks of River Yamuna. It was built by the 5th Mughal emperor, Shah Jehan in the year 1631 in memory of his wife, Mumtaz Mahal. It was completed in 22 years. Further we visit Agra Fort, taken over from the Lodhis by the Mughal Emperor Akbar in the late 16th century. The Fort can be more accurately described as a walled palatial city. It was built from red sandstone, often inlaid with white marble & intricate decorations.

Overnight hotel - Agra

Day 02Agra - Jaipur via Fatehpur sikri (250 Km5 hrs)

Morning we drive to Jaipur popularly known as Pink City, the flamboyant & colourful capital of Rajasthan. With its rich & colourful past, resplendent with tales of valour & bravery, it is now one of the most important heritage cities in India. The city was founded in the year 1728 by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II, the ruler of Amber. It remains the only city in the world symbolizing the nine divisions of the universe, through nine rectangular sectors.

Overnight Hotel – Jaipur

Day 03Jaipur Local Sightseeing

Today we take an excursion to Amber Fort, the palace complex which stands to this date was commenced under the reign of Raja Man Singh. We take an Jeep ride to reach the Fort situated on the hill, an overwhelming experience.

Later we visit the City Palace, a perfect blend of Rajasthani & Mughal architecture. The center of the palace is a seven-storied building called Chandra Palace, with fine views over the gardens & the city. Further we visit Jantar Mantar (Solar Observatory), an astronomical treasure house, with solar devices that give accurate predictions till date. We also visit Hawa Mahal (Palace of Winds), a five-storied structure of pink sandstone. It was built in the year 1799 so that veiled royal women could peer down the busy street market unseen by the world through its 593 stone Jharokas (mini windows).

Overnight Hotel – Jaipur

Day 04Jaipur – Udaipur (400 Km 7 hrs)

Today we will drive to Udaipur, Arrive in Udaipur, the Lake City at 6:00 PM. It was founded by Maharana Udai Singh of Mewar, after the Sisodia dynasty was driven away by the Mughals, in 1559A.D. Perhaps the two most beautiful sites of Udaipur are the dream-like marble Palaces-the Jag Niwas (Lake Palace) and the Jag Mandir, which appear to rise from the blue waters of Lake Pichhola .

Overnight Hotel - Udaipur

Day 05Udaipur Sightseeing

We start our sightseeing with Sahelion-Ki-Bari or the Garden of the maids of Honour. After visiting the extensive lawns of Sahelion ki Bari, we head towards the Museum of folk art. It showcases a rich collection of folk dresses, ornaments, puppets, masks, dolls, folk musical instruments and paintings. Then we stop for a quick bite at a restaurant and proceed to the City Palace. It boasts of being the biggest palace in India, where 4 generations of Maharajas added their contribution. The museum of the palace is decorated with beautiful peacock mosaic and miniature wall paintings that depict stories from Indian mythology. We also have an opportunity to see how the famous miniature paintings are made at a traditional painting school. In the evening we enjoy a Boat ride on the lake Pichola. The famous Lake Palace inside the Lake Pichola was the summer residence of the former rulers.

Overnight Hotel - Udaipur (B)

Day 06Udaipur – Jodhpur (290 Km 6 hrs)

Today we drive to Jodhpur, bustling desert city is the second largest city in Rajasthan & has landscape dominated by the massive Mehrangarh Fort topping a sheer rocky ridge.

Rao Jodha, a chief of the Rathore clan, founded the city in the year 1459 & it is named after him. It was formerly the seat of a Princely state, also known as Marwar.

Overnight at the Hotel - Jodhpur

Day 07Jodhpur – Jaisalmer (320 Km 7 Hrs)

At Morning we drive to Jaisalmer, founded in the year 1156 by Bhatti Rajput ruler Rawal Jaisal. Often described as Golden City & rising from the heart of the Thar Desert like a golden mirage the commanding Fort etched in yellow sandstone, dominates the amber-hued city with its entire awesome splendour. Because of its strategic location it was an important ancient trading centre & camel caravans laden with precious spices & silk crossed the territory en-route India, Sindh, Arabia & Europe. The merchants of the 19th century built Havelis (Mansions) that are exquisitely carved from golden-yellow sandstone & are still in a beautiful condition. The life within the Fortified town conjures up images of medieval majesty visible in its narrow lanes strewn with magnificent palace, havelis, temples, & of course skilled artisans & ubiquitous camels. the Camel ride on the Sand Dunes of Sam while the sun is setting down Then Back to Hotel  for Night stay.

Day 08Jaisamer Sightseeing – Jodhpur (290 Km 6 hrs)

Today we visit the old town of Jaisalmer & visit Jaisalmer Fort, built in the year 1156 by Rawal Jaisal. Perched on 80m high hill, housing the entire township within its ramparts, the golden hued Fort is standing like a sentinel in the bleak desert landscape. It is the only "Living Fort" in India & within its ramparts has an enchanting cow-web of narrow lanes dotted with some lovely Havelis (Mansions), Palaces & beautifully sculptured Jain Temples of the 12th-15th century AD & of course skilled artisans & ubiquitous camels.

We also visit magnificent Patwon Ki Haveli in the heart of the town. It was built by the rich merchant Guman Chand Patwa & his sons, whose business stretched between Afghanistan & China. It is the most elaborate & magnificent of all the Jaisalmer Havelis & is virtually the showpiece of Jaisalmer's legendary architectural wealth. The carving on stone far surpasses in beauty the work on brocade & gold. Later Drive to Jodhpur, Reached Jodhpur at night for Stay.

Overnight at the Hotel - Jaisalmer.

Day 09Jodhpur Departure

Morning transfer to the Jodhpur airport to board flight for onward journey.

Our tour concludes: Caper assists you with your transfer to the airport for boarding onward flight,

Thanks you for your patronage and looks forward to serving you again in the near future.