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Camel Safari Tour
offered by supplier M16759 (view this supplier profile)
Key Information:
Tour Duration: 21
day(s)
Group Size: 2
- 50
people
Destination(s):
India
Specialty Categories:
Camel Riding
Cultural Journey
Season: January - December
Airfare Included: No
Tour Customizable: Yes
Minimum Per Person Price: 1000 US Dollar (USD)
Maximum Per Person Price: 2000 US Dollar (USD)
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Your Itinerary:
Day 1: Arrival at Delhi. Arrive at Delhi International airport. On arrival in Delhi, you will be met by our representatives and transferred to hotel. Overnight at hotel. Delhi is just not a city but it is a book, a book which narrates the history of India. The city was built and destroyed seven times and has been witness to the various events which has brought India through the history books. Seven times this city went through the pain of being built and rebuilt. Today as the capital of India Delhi is the seat of administration and the monuments which tell the saga of a bygone era stand there. These icons are testimony to the grandeur of past and also an attraction for the tourists. With an area of 1483 sq. km, Delhi is all set to acquire full statehood. The charm of Delhi has attracted emperors, conquerors and poor in equally. It is correctly said that Delhi is a land of "Dilwalas" or for people with heart. This phrase acquires a true color when one goes around the lanes of Delhi.
Day 2: Delhi-Agra. Morning drive to Agra (203 km). Upon arrival in Agra, check into the hotel. Afternoon visit Red Fort and famous Taj Mahal. Taj Mahal is closed on Friday. Overnight at hotel.
Day 3: Agra-Jaipur. Morning drive to Jaipur (221 km), en route visit Fatehpur Sikri. Fatehpur Sikri the deserted, red sandstone city that was built by Emperor Akbar as his capital and palace in the 16th century. Also visit the Buland Darwaza the largest gateway in the world. Thereafter continue drive to Jaipur. Upon arrival in Jaipur, check into the hotel. Afternoon at leisure. Overnight at hotel.
Day 4: Jaipur. Breakfast will be at hotel. Proceed for excursion to Amber Fort in the outskirts of Jaipur. Elephant ride ascent to the fort. Overnight will be at Jaipur. Jaipur, the vibrant capital of Rajasthan, is popularly known as the "Pink City" because of the pink-colored buildings in its old city. It sits on a dry lake bed in a somewhat arid landscape, surrounded by barren hills surmounted by forts and crenelated walls. This buzzing metropolis is certainly a place of wild contrasts and a feast for the eyes. All through, Jaipur has retained its strong Rajputana flavor tempered by several influences, the mughal being the most prominent. The region's strong cultural heritage is distinctly evident even today. The city is a visitor's delight. From the intricate, delicate looking Hawa Mahal to the graphic forms of the Jantar Mantar, an open air observatory of out sized astronomical instruments, the Badi Chaupar lined with shopsand business establishments on both sides to the majestic fort-palace at Amber; from the colorful fountains of life to the sublime Birla Temple; from the architectural delight of the City Palace to the serene Jal Mahal.
Day 5: Jaipur-Pushkar. Proceed for Pushkar after breakfast. Reach Pushkar by noon and relax. Check in at the Swiss Tents. Overnight will be at hotel.
Day 6: Pushkar. Full day will be spent in Pushkar Fair. Surrounded by hills on three sides, Pushkar, 11 km from Ajmer, abounds in temples, of these the most famous is the Brahma temple, the only temple dedicated to Lord Brahma in the country. Once a year, during the Kartik Purnima, the entire region comes alive with a pulsating Camel and Cattle Fair. There is a week long celebration with an explosion of fun, frolic, games and laughter with threads of religious fervor. Bedecked and festooned cattle wait in the clouds of sand and the pious gather at the break of dawn to take a dip in the holy Pushkar Lake to absolve themselves of all their sins.
Day 7: Pushkar-Ranthambhore. Visit the Brahma Temple - The only one in the world. Start early after breakfast for Ranthambhore. Overnight will be at Ranthambhore.
Day 8: Ranthambhore. Enjoy the day at Ranthambhore going out for Jungle Safaris into the Park. Overnight will be at Ranthambhore. Ranthambore National Park is in Sawai Madhopur District of Rajasthan state. Located at the junction of the Aravalli and Vindhya hill range, this is one of the finest places to view animals, especially as they are used to being stared at here. The park covers an area of approximately 400 sq km and if combined it with the area of Sawai Man Singh sanctuary area, it is around 500 sq km. Ranthambore National Park was declared a wildlife sanctuary in 1957 and in 1974 it gained the protection of "Project Tiger". It got it's status of a National Park in 1981.
Day 9: Ranthambhore-Kota. Proceed for the morning Safari. Start for Kota after breakfast. The history of the city dates back to the 12th century A.D. when the Hada Chieftain, Rao Deva, conquered the territory and founded Bundi and Hadoti. Later, in the early 17th century AD during the reign of the Mughal Emperor Jahangir, the ruler of Bundi -Rao Ratan Singh, gave the smaller principality of Kota to his son, Madho Singh. Since then Kota became a hallmark of the Rajput gallantry and culture. Overnight will be at Kota.
Day 10: Kota-Bundi-Chittaurgarh. Start for Bundi after breakfast. After visiting the Fort proceed to stay at the Bijaipur Castle Suite. Overnight will be at the Castle.
Day 11: Bijaipur-Udaipur. Start for Udaipur after breakfast. Reach and check in at hotel. Relax in the evening. Spend night at Udaipur.
Day 12: Udaipur. Breakfast will be at hotel. Udaipur: the city of Lakes, Located in the Aravalli ranges of Rajasthan, the city of Udaipur is situated at a distance of about 405 km from the state capital Jaipur. The City of Dawn, surrounded by the ancient Aravali Mountains and set on the edge of three lakes, is a brilliant kaleidoscope of narrow lanes flanked by bright stalls, gardens, lakes, palaces and temples. The city is famous for its palaces, lake, museums, temples, and gardens and much more. Overnight will be at Udaipur.
Day 13: Udaipur-Jodhpur. Proceed in the morning after a leisurely breakfast and reach Jodhpur. Relax in the hotel and visit the museum of Umaid Bhawan Palace. Overnight will be at Jodhpur.
Day 14: Jodhpur. Morning go for a village safari in the jeep and have a rare glimpse into the rich culture and true essence of India. Abundant wildlife (game) and memorable moments of the great desert landscape fascinates one while driving along the countryside. Overnight will be at Jodhpur. At the edge of the Thar Desert, the imperial city of Jodhpur echoes with tales of antiquity in the emptiness of the desert.
Day 15: Jodhpur-Jaisalmer. Proceed for Jaisalmer after breakfast. Reach and check in at hotel. Overnight will be at Jaisalmer.
Day 16: Jaisalmer. After a relaxed breakfast proceed for full day sightseeing tour of the Golden City - Jaisalmer. It is in the heart of the Great Indian Desert. Its temple, fort and palaces are all built of yellow stone. The city is a mass of intricately carved buildings, facades and elaborate balconies. Visit the Jaisalmer Fort, the oldest living Fort in the world. Stay overnight at the Swiss Tent Camp. Rising from the Thar Desert like a golden mirage is the city of Jaisalmer.
Day 17: Jaisalmer to Bikaner. Breakfast will be at the camp. Proceed to Bikaner. Check in at hotel. Relax in the evening. Overnight will be at Bikaner. Bikaner, the royal fortified city, with a timeless appeal in the North State of Rajasthan, retains the medieval splendor that pervades the city's lifestyle. More popularly called the camel country, the city is renowned for the best riding camels in the world. This city stands on a slightly raised ground and is circumscribed by a seven-km long embattled wall with five gates. The magnificent forts and palaces, in reddish-pink sandstone created with delicacy, bear testimony to its rich historical and architectural legacy. Undulating lanes, colorful bazaars and bright and cheerful folks make the visit Bikaner an interesting experience. Visit the Junagarh Fort, built in 1593 AD by Raj Rai Singh, one of the best in Rajasthan. It comprises of 37 palaces with pavilions, mosaic courtyards, carved balconies, kiosks and windows dotted all over the structure. The Shish Mahal, the Grand Durbar Hall, the 17th century Karan Mahal, Anup Mahal and the Phool Mahal bring to life the grandeur of a bygone era. The Fort museum has a rare collection of Sanskrit and Persian manuscripts and miniature painting.
Day 18: Bikaner-Mandawa. Breakfast will be at hotel. Proceed for sightseeing tour of Bikaner. Reach and check in at hotel. Overnight will be at Mandawa. Shekhawati is a colorful fantasy having a fascination uniquely of its own. The open-air art galley, as it is popularly called, is famous for its plethora of painted havelis, all commendable pieces of the rich artistic tradition of this region. It is famous for its Havelis (mansion) built by rich merchants of the region, display a unique architectural style that evolved around the courtyards to ensure safety and privacy of the women folk and protection from the heat of the long and harsh summers. The Havelis, painted predominantly in blue, maroon, yellow, green and indigo have beautiful wall paintings that adorn their walls.
Day 19: Mandawa-Delhi. Breakfast will be at the hotel. Overnight will be at Delhi.
Day 20: Delhi. Proceed for a full day tour of Old and New Delhi after breakfast. Relax in the evening. Overnight will be at Delhi.
Day 21: Delhi-Home. Breakfast will be at hotel. Day will be free to explore the city and finish last minute shopping. After the show you will have Farewell Dinner before reaching the airport for flight home with sweet memories of India.
Notes:
Airfare is not included in the tour price.
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