Enjoy a specially designed Rajasthan Desert Tour :
Jaipur, Jodhpur, Jaisalmer and Bikaner.
Also named "The Great Indian Desert," it is a vast expanse of undulating sand dunes spread over an area of 200,000 square kilometres.
While a major chunk of the desert is present in Rajasthan, it extends further to the states of Gujarat, Haryana, and Punjab in India and to the Pakistani province of Sindh as well.
Pick up from Rly Stn./Aiport and transfer to the hotel and check in. Afternoon tour of Jaipur, the capital of Rajasthan, was given a color coat of pink a century ago in honour of a visiting prince and ever since, it has retained this color.
This city is 260 years old and was built by Maharaja Jai Singh, a notable astronomer. Explore the Maharaja's City Palace, the Observatory, and the Ram Niwas Gardens.Drive past Hawa Mahal and through the pink rose residential and business areas. Overnight Jaipur.
After breakfast, depart for a half-day excursion to Amber Fort (Elephant Ride at extra cost subject to availability), the Ancient Capital of the state until 1728.
Visit the Jagmandir, or the Hall of Victory glittering with mirrors, Jai Mahal, and the Temple of Kali. Ascend, on elephant back, the hill on which the fort is situated. Afternoon half-day city sightseeing tour visiting Maharaja City Palace and the observatory-drive past Hawa Mahal, or the palace of winds, and through the rose-pink residential areas to Albert Museum Hall and Birla Temple. Overnight at the hotel.
After breakfast, check out of the hotel & drive to Jodhpur. Arrive in Jodhpur and check in at the hotel. Later, proceed for a local city sightseeing tour.
Jodhpur, The Stronghold Of The Fierce Rathore Clan, was founded in 1459 by Prince Jodha. Visit the Mehrangarh Fort, situated on a low sandstone hill. Within the fort, visit Moti Mahal and Phool Mahal. Also visit Jaswant Thada, an imposing marble cenotaph, built in memory of Maharaja Jaswant Singh II around 1899, and Umaid Public Gardens. Overnight stay in Jodhpur
In the morning, proceed to Jaisalmer, the golden city of Rajasthan, situated in the heart of the Thar Desert. On arrival, check in to a hotel. Stay Overnight in Jaisalmer.
After breakfast, proceed for a sightseeing tour of the Golden City, Jaisalmer. Visit the 12th century magnificent fort at Jaisalmer (this is the highlight of the tour). Also visit the beautifully and magnificently carved havelis of Salim Singh ki Haveli, Patwon ki Haveli, and Gandhi Sagar Tank, followed by a visit to the Barabagh Hill.
In the late afternoon, proceed to Sam to enjoy a camel safari in the amazing sand dunes up to the sunset point. Return to a nearby village for dinner amidst Rajasthani musicians playing haunting tunes. Stay Overnight in Jaisalmer. (Tented accommodation can be provided at a supplement cost. content
Breakfast at the camp Later, proceed to Bikaner by surface. Check in at the hotel. BIKANER—Founded in 1488 by a Rathore Prince, Rao Bikaji, a descendant of the founder of Jodhpur, Rao Jodhaji, Bikaner has a glorious past to tell.
Situated in the north of Rajasthan, the walled city of Bikaner is famous for its sky-touching forts, camel safaris, citadels, and the well-known camel festival. Overnight at Bikaner Hotel.
Breakfast at the hotel Proceed for a sightseeing tour of Bikaner. Rao Bikaji, a descendant of Jodhaji-the founder of Jodhpur, founded this desert town in the north of the state in 1488. Visit the Junagarh Fort, constructed between 1588 and 1593 by Raja Jai Singh, a general in the Moghul Emperor Akbar's army. The city is also called the "Camel Country."
Visit the camel-breeding farm—the only one in Asia. Visit the Karni Mata Temple. Drive back to Jaipur in the afternoon and drop off at the railway station/airport for your onward journey.
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