Rajasthan
Desert Tour
Duration: 09 Nights / 10 Days
Places to Visit: Delhi - Shekhawati - Bikaner - Osian - Jaisalmer - Jodhpur
Day 01. Flight to India (Delhi)
Around Midnight arrival in Delhi. The cosmopolitan City and capital Delhi is
the main gateway for travelers. You are met by an Indo Vacations representative
and transferred to your Hotel.
Day 02. Old - New Delhi
This morning is at leisure. Afternoon sightseeing in Old Delhi. We take a Riksha
Ride parallel to the red fort through the old city and famous Silk Road and
Silver Bazaar. Sightseeing of Old Delhi includes also the site where Mahatma
Gandhi was cremated; Jama Masjid and the great mosque of old Delhi.Today We
also visit the famous "Humayun's Tomb" which is the first substantial
example of Mughal architecture in India and “Kutab Minar” which is
71 meter high and was constructed in 1199.Before we proceed to the Hotel we
have a drive through New Delhi where we see the India Gate, Government Buildings
and Embassies.
Day 03. Delhi - Shekhawati (about 270 km)
In the morning we visit "Qutub Minar" which is 71 meter high and consists
of five stories. In 1199 work began on this tower which was intended to be the
most glorious tower of victory in the world. This tower was damaged twice and
repaired in 1326 and 1368.After the sightseeing of Delhi we drive to Shekhawati
region. Arrival in Shekhawati in the late evening.
Day 04. Shekhawati - Bikaner (about 190 km)
In the morning we visit the grand havellis of the Shekhawati area.Shekhawati
is a region of NE of Rajasthan and is the homeland of marwaris.The marwaris
form one of the most important merchant and business groups in India, they developed
their business acumen on the trade routes between Delhi and the coast between
India and Central Asia. Marwaris enjoyed protections by Maharajas and many of
them built grand havellis.The hovels are mansions, elaborately and attractively
decorated with a strong main entrance. The walls are often covered with murals,
local legends and religious scenes from Hindu Mythology.After the visit of Shekhawati
area we proceed to Bikaner. We have the rest of the day at leisure and therefore
enough time to relax.
Day 05. Bikaner
After the breakfast we visit the Junagarh Fort (1571-1611 AD) constructed of
red sandstone and marble with kiosks and balconies embellishing the structure
at intervals. This imposing Fort and its palaces are an unforgettable experience
for us. After the sightseeing we enjoy the village Tour.
Day 06. Bikaner - Osian - Jaisalmer (about
330 km)
Today we drive through the desert and proceed for Jaisalmer via Osian.Osian
is a great centre of Hindu and Jain religions. The oldest Temple here was constructed
in 1178 AD.Very often one can see along the road to Jaisalmer some of the antelopes
of this region. Blackbuck and fast running chinkara are the most common among
them.We have a stop enroute at a village to observe the traditional life of
the villages in Rajasthan.We arrive in Jaisalmer in the late evening.
Day 07. Jaisalmer
Sightseeing of the medieval city of Jaisalmer. Jaisalmer,s crenellated golden
sandstone walls and its narrow streets lined with exquisitely carved buildings
makes this city unique. Jaisalmer is famous for its carved havellis (grand mensions).In
medieval times, its prosperity was due to its location on the main trade route
linking India to Egypt, Arabia, Africa and the West. Jaisalmer is a marvel of
beautiful culture and this city remains one of the most exotic city not only
in Rajasthan but in the whole of India. Some of the visitors called this city
“a living museum”.We have a walk through the old city and visit the
Fort and the Jain temple. In the afternoon we drive around 40 km. Away from
Jaisalmer to sam dunes where we enjoy the sunset before we drive back to Jaisalmer.
Day 08. Jaisalmer - Jodhpur (about 290 km)
Early morning drive to Jodhpur.The city was once the capital of the princely
state of Marwar (Land of death).Jodhpur is the second largest city in Rajasthan.
Jodhpur is also known as the blue city as most of the houses of the old city
are painted blue. The old city is surrounded by a huge 10 km long wall which
has 101 bastions and seven gates.Jodhpur lies on the once strategic Delhi-Gujrat
trading route and the marwaris benefitted from the passing traffic of opium,
copper, silk which was traded to China. We will visit the Mehrangarh Fort (majestic
fort). Mehrangarh Fort was built on a steep hill and is among the best in India
with exquisitely latticed windows in residential apartments within. We also
visit the Jaswant Thada, a royal cenotaph built in white marble.After the sightseeing
we have a walk through the Bazaars of Jodhpur.
Day 09. Jodhpur - Delhi
Late morning, after having our Breakfast we drive to Delhi. Arrival in Delhi
in the afternoon.The rest of the day at leisure. (opportunity for the last shopping
or enjoy a massage in the Hotel)
Day 10. Flight to Home
Around Midnight flight to home destination.
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