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Rajasthan Desert Safari

Discover Palaces and village life on 4x4

Rajasthan is a pulsating Indian state which is a great example of perfect amalgamation of royal splendor and rural tradition. Apart from the imagination defying palace hotels and historic monuments, Rajasthan also serves you an unparalleled all fun filled and memorable experience of the colourful yet simple village life.

 

India World Travel offers you enthralling Rajasthan Desert Safari packages. A completely different world with huge unending expanse of sand dunes waits for you. A Rajasthan Desert Safari with us will make your trip to Rajasthan unforgettable forever. The desert safari with 4x4 will include visits to locations such as Mandawa, Kuchaman, Khimsar, Rohet, Narlai, Udaipur, Khempur, Chittorgarh, Bundi, Pushkar, Jaipur, Agra and finally the capital of India, Delhi.

Price from:

€875 :-: Per Person

17 Night 18 Days

4x4 Car with Chauffeur

Detailed Itinerary:

DAY 1: Arrival Delhi

Welcomed by India World Travel representative at the airport and transfer to your hotel. Overnight at hotel
DAY 02: Delhi - Mandawa (6 H/270 Km)
After breakfast drive to Mandawa. Mandawa is a small principality in the Region of Shekhawati which is famous for its fresco painted havelis, castles, forts, wells and temples. Overnight at the Hotel (Vehicle at your disposal)
DAY 03: Mandawa - Kuchaman (5 1/2 Hrs / 200 km)
After breakfast, drive to Kuchaman and then arrival at the hotel. Overnight at the Hotel (4x4 Vehicle at your disposal)
DAY 04: Kuchaman - Khimsar (4 Hrs /190 km)
After breakfast, drive to Khimsar. At your arrival, you can enjoy the evening to discover the surrounding villages. A safari will be organized with the possibility of seeing the sunset on the back of camels. Then, overnight at the Hotel (4x4 Vehicle at your disposal)
DAY 05 : Khimsar - Rohet (3 1/2 Hrs 150 km)
After breakfast, drive to Rohet. At the arrival, we will go to the hotel. You can enjoy the day to discover villages. You will have the possibility to make a tour in jeep to discover neighborhood. Overnight at the Hotel (4x4 Vehicle at your disposal)
DAY 6: Rohet - Narlai (3 Hrs / 140 km)

After breakfast, drive to Narlai. At the arrival, transfer to the Hotel.

Day 07: Narlai - Udaipur: (3 Hrs /150 km)

After breakfast, drive to Udaipur. At the arrival, transfer to the Hotel. Day at leisure. Overnight at the Hotel (4x4 Vehicle at your disposal).

Day 08: Udaipur

After breakfast drive to Udaipur by 4x4 (4 WD). Udaipur “The Venice of East”, “The City of Lakes” is the most romantic city in India. It was founded by Maharana Udai Singh 2nd in 1568. The old city is bounded by the city wall remains on the east side of Lake Pichola. Day at leisure. Overnight at the Hotel (4x4 Vehicle at your disposal)

DAY 09: Udaipur

Proceed for an excursion to visit City Palace, Lake Pichola, Jagniwas Island (Now Hotel Lake Palace), Jagdish Temple (Dedicated to Lord Vishnu), Bagore-Ki-Haveli (see traditional dance of Rajasthan: starts at 19 hrs), Monsoon Palace (Sajjan garh formerly Palace for royal family in Monsoon). Overnight at the Hotel (4x4 Vehicle at your disposal).

DAY 10 : Udaipur - Khempur (1 H / 60 km)

After breakfast drive to Khempur Village by 4x4 car through the rural area. The Ravla Khempur has a passionate history of true Mewari valour that dates back to 1628 AD. Ravla Khempur is a heaven for the horse lovers. Overnight at your Hotel. (4x4 Vehicle at your disposal)

DAY 11: Khempur - Chittorgarh (2H / 120 Km)

After breakfast a drive to Chittorgarh by 4x4 (4 WD), the land of bravery, chivalry and sacrifice. This is the oldest city of Rajasthan. The massive hill-top fortress is one of the most massive and most historically significant places in Rajasthan. It spreads over a 21 km area and has many beautiful palaces and memorials such as the Kumbha Palace, Padmini Palace and Jain temples. Overnight at your Hotel (4x4 Vehicle at your disposal)

DAY 12: Chittorgarh - Bundi (3 H / 110 Km)

After breakfast a drive to Bundi by 4x4 (4 WD). Bundi is a picturesque little town whose medieval heritage remains unchanged. It was the capital of the major princely states in the heyday of the Rajputs. At Bundi visit the massive Taragarh Fort, Chitra Mahal and Ummaid Mahal, Nawal Sagar Lake, the beautiful Baoris, Sagar Mahal, Shikar Burj etc. Overnight at your Hotel (4x4 Vehicle at your disposal).

DAY 13: Bundi - Pushkar (4 H / 200 Km)

After breakfast a drive to Pushkar by 4x4 (4 WD). Pushkar derives its name from Hindu mythology. Pushkar means The Hand of Brahma, the creator of the Universe. It is a very important place of pilgrimage for Hindus. People come here to bathe in the holy lake which purifies the soul and washes out the sins. Afterwards the people visit the unique and beautiful temple of Brahma, the only one in the world, and other temples to get the blessings of God. Pushkar is world famous for its Pushkar fair which takes place in the Hindu lunar month of Kartika (normally in November). During the fair, Pushkar is adorned with the brilliant colours which reflect Rajasthan’s culture. Overnight at your Hotel (4x4 Vehicle at your disposal)

DAY 14: Pushkar - Jaipur (3 H / 150 kms)

After breakfast take a walking tour of the painted 'havelis' of some of the leading business families of the country. The Chowkhani Haveli, Gulab Rai Ladia Haveli, Lakshminarayan Ladia Haveli, Mohahanlal Saraf Haveli and Bhagchandika Haveli is of special interest. Later on a drive to Jaipur - the fabled "pink city" of the desert named after Jai Singh, the former Maharaja of Jaipur. Overnight at your Hotel (4x4 Vehicle at your disposal)

DAY 15: Jaipur

Take an excursion to the Amber Fort by 4x4 (4 WD) on the outskirts of Jaipur. Enjoy a royal elephant ride as you climb up to the fort. The Amber Fort is the classical, romantic Rajasthani fort palace. Later on, go on a sightseeing tour of Jaipur covering: The City Palace, Jantar Mantar and the Hawa Mahal. Visit a rug factory and see the ladies at their intricate work, or a gem factory and see the gem cutting and polishing process. Overnight at your Hotel (4x4 Vehicle at your disposal)

DAY 16: Jaipur - Agra

After breakfast a drive to Agra. Enroute visit Fatehpur Sikri, the City constructed by Akbar the Great in the 15th century but later abandoned because of scarcity of water. It has many beautiful palaces, courtyards and the Mosque of Shaikh Salim Chisti, Buland Darwaza (which is 179 meters high and the gateway to the city). Agra, the Mughal capital in the 15th and 16th century, is famous for The Taj Mahal, the most extravagant monument ever built for love. Agra has many other beautiful monuments to visit such as the massive Red Fort built in red sandstone and marble, the tomb of Itmat-ud-daula, Akbar’s Mausoleum at Sikandra, Dayal Bagh etc. Overnight at your Hotel (4x4 Vehicle at your disposal)

DAY 17: Agra - Delhi

After breakfast drive to Delhi by 4x4 (4 WD). Delhi, the capital of Indian republic has the strategic position in the administration since, the epic of Mahabharata. It was sacked and looted several times by foreign invaders but it stands still in all the upheavals and trembles. It is the third largest City of India. At Delhi visit Jamamasjid (India’s biggest mosque), Red fort (built in red sandstone and a blend of Hindu and Islamic architecture), India Gate, Parliament house & President’s House, Qutab Minar, Bahahi Temple (lotus temple), Humayun’s tomb etc. Overnight at your Hotel (4x4 Vehicle at your disposal)

DAY 18: Delhi – Departure as per Flight schedule or for onward Destination.

Hotel Details:
Place Nights Standard Deluxe
Delhi 01 Hotel Singh Sons Taj Palace
Mandawa 01 Hotel Heritage Mandawa Hotel Castle Mandawa
Kuchaman 01 Hotel Kuchaman fort Hotel Kuchaman fort
Khimsar Fort 01 Hotel khimsar fort Hotel khimsar fort
Rohet Garh 01 Hotel Rohetgarh Hotel Rohetgarh
Narlai 01 Hotel Rawala Narlai Hotel Rawala Narlai
Udaipur 02 Hotel Swaroop vilas Hotel Fateh Garh
Chittorgarh 01 Hotel Pratap Palace Hotel Castle Vijaypur
Bundi 01 Hotel Bundi Haveli Hotel Hadoti Palace
Pushkar 01 Hotel Master Paradise Hotel Jagat Palace
Jaipur 02 Hotel Mandawa Haveli Hotel Clarks Amer
Agra 01 Hotel Atithi Agra Hotel Clark Shiraz
Delhi 01 Hotel Singh Sons Hotel Taj Palace
Price Details:
Tour 1 Oct 09 – 28 Feb 2010 1 March 2010 - 30 Sep 2010
Standard €875 €945
Deluxe €1275 €1645