Best of Rajasthan

Post breakfast we will be taken for a city tour of Old and New Delhi. Today we will visit Jama Masjid which is known to be the largest mosque in India. This mosque was built by Shah Jahan and its construction started in 1844. We will also visit Red Fort, Chandani Chowk and Rajghat. Next, we head to visit Humayun's Tomb, Qutub Minar, President House, India Gate and Laxmi Narayan Temple which is also known as Birla Temple. Later, drive back to the hotel.

In the morning we drive to Mandawa. Mandawa lies in Rajasthan where affluent merchant class flourished greatly. On reaching we check-in to the hotel. Later, in the afternoon we visit the village Shekhawati. This place looks extremely beautiful as grand mansions (Havelis) of rich business class stand over its picturesque landscape.

Post breakfast, we drive to Bikaner. On arrival check-in to our pre-booked hotel. In the afternoon we will proceed for an informative excursion of Camel Breeding Farm lined up where we come to know about the breeding time and international demand of the ship of the desert (camel). Also, you can taste camel’s milk and can enjoy a ride on a camel. Evening returns to the hotel and spends time at leisure.

After breakfast at the hotel, we take a sightseeing tour of Bikaner. Here we visit the Junagarh Fort and the lovely Bhand Sagar Jain Temple. While dining, be prepared to be carried away by the taste of Bikaneri snacks and sweets served to you.

A drive will convey us to Jaisalmer lying at the center of the Great Indian Desert. On arrival check-in to the tent after which you can spend some time restfully in your private space or can stroll around to discover the colorful markets.

After breakfast, we start our sightseeing tour. While here we visit the Jain Temples located within Sonar Quila. We can also see the amazing museum in here exhibiting art pieces and long flowing robes of Jaisalmer Royals. Thereafter, we visit Patwaon Ki Haveli and Gadisar Lake. The highlight of the day will be exploring the expansive desert grounds of Jaisalmer having sand dunes at the back of a camel and viewing a breath-taking sunset scene at the sunset point. Night stay enjoying the cool flowing breeze at tent house on the open desert grounds.

Post breakfast, we drive to Jodhpur. Steering through the village roads, spectating the desert lands we will reach the destination and transfer to the hotel. Later, we visit Mandore Gardens (former capital of Marwar kingdom) and Umaid Bhawan Palace Museum (one of the world’s largest privately-owned residences by a king). Drive back to the hotel.

At dawn start for Kumbhalgarh (cover 220kms in 5 hours) and check-in to the hotel on arrival. In Kumbhalgarh, we visit Kumbhalgarh Fort, where we can see several palaces, gardens, temples, etc inside the acreage. This fort was owned by the kings of Mewar and was used as a hideout in the times of emergency. Later, in the evening we drive to Ranakpur.

Ranakpur is a well-known town for Jain pilgrimage because of the location of Ranakpur Jain Temples here (made of white marble showcasing exemplary carvings craft). Visit the main shrine of Adinath (having a whopping 1,444 columns), Sun Temple etc. in the campus. Next, we drive to Udaipur, en route you can have a look at the agricultural practices adopted by locals. Check-in to our pre-booked hotel on arrival.

After breakfast, we proceed for a city tour of Udaipur by visiting City Palace complex prominent landmark of Udaipur. Then, we visit the famous pilgrimage site Jagdish Temple followed by Saheliyon-ki-Bari a beautiful garden. In the evening we take a boat tour at Lake Pichola. Later, drive back to the hotel.

In the morning we will drive to Kota. This town keeps a special place in history due to the palaces and temples situated here. Now also it is developing at a fast pace as a result of the Chambal River Valley Project (Kota is located along the banks of Chambal). On arrival, check in to the hotel. While here, we visit the Rao Madho Singh Museum, Jag Mandir, City Palace and Fort.

We drive to Ranthambore, en route we visit Bundi. Bundi was ruled by Hada Chauhans’ clan and here the splendorous Bundi Fort (a very good remnant of Rajput architecture) is a not-to-miss place. Continue driving towards Ranthambore and evening will be marked with the arrival at Sawai Madhopur, the gateway to Ranthambore National Park. Check in to the hotel.

This day will bring to you a thrilling wild safari in the well-preserved lands of Ranthambore National Park. This place is covered under Project Tiger 1973 and is a natural home to the Royal Bengal Tigers. So while driving through the jungle in a jeep you can spot a tiger looking as ferocious as always. Also, there are several other animal and plant species that can be of your interest. In the evening we drive to Jaipur on reaching check in to the hotel.

We will spend two days in Jaipur - Rajasthan’s capital. On the first day, we visit the Amber Fort, Jaigarh Fort and Nahargarh Fort. These three forts were owned by Sawai Jai Singh II and have such a strategic location (situated on the hill of Aravalli) because Jai Singh wanted to keep an eye on Jaipur. The palaces, gardens inside the fort are spellbinding especially Sheesh Mahal in Amber Fort.

On the second day, we take an excursion of the Pink City. We visit Jantar Mantar (one of the four astronomical observatories built by Sawai Jai Singh II but the best preserved), City Palace displaying art objects, royal wearables, weapons, etc. In the evening we explore local bazaars and personal activity. Drive back to the hotel and spend our last night in Jaipur.

Today is the last day of our tour, after breakfast, we will be driven to Jaipur Airport to board the flight to Delhi. In the evening we will join a farewell dinner program hosted by High Wonders.

Our journey in India comes to an end today! But the memories will remain forever of the wonderful times we spent together. A High Wonders Travel representative will drop us off at the airport approximately 3 hours before our scheduled flight.