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Home » Rajasthan Tour Package » Classic Rajasthan

Duration : 21 Days / 20 Nights
Destination : Delhi - Jaipur - Pushkar - Luni - Jodhpur - Deogarh - Udaipur - Bijaipur - Bundi - Ranthambhore - Sawai Madhopur - Bharatpur - Agra


Day 01 Arrive Delhi
Arrive at Delhi
You will be met on arrival and transferred to The Imperial Hotel for three nights.

Day 02 Delhi
Morning is at leisure.
Enjoy a sightseeing of New Delhi in the afternoon.
(Including Qutub Minar, Humayun's tomb and Lutyen's buildings)
New Delhi stands in formal splendour, like a lone sentry guarding an outpost of a long-gone empire. It is a city of wide boulevards, which offers ever-changing perspectives of Lutyen's landscaped city. It is a city rich with formal parks and you will see the magnificent Parliament Building and the Rashtrapati Bhawan (the official residence of the President of India in the 330 acres of land and designed by Sir Edwin Lutyens), once the awe-inspiring residence of the British Viceroys and now the Presidential Palace, India Gate (a majestic 42-mts high arch, built as a memorial to the Indian Soldiers killed in World War I), Qutub Minar (the 72.5 mts high tower dating back to 13th century and one of the greatest bequests of Islamic Culture), Humayun's Tomb (built in the 16th century and architecturally the fore runner of the Taj Mahal, has Mughal Architecture at its graceful best).

Day 03 Delhi
Enjoy a sightseeing of Old Delhi in the morning.
(Including Red Fort, Jama Masjid and the bazaars of Chandni Chowk)
Note: Red Fort is closed on Mondays.
Old Delhi pulses with the energy and colour, the hustle and bustle of thronged bazaars and is laced by a maze of narrow lanes which twist and turn between tall, leaning houses full of the sights, sounds and aromas of the Indian sub-continent. In Old Delhi you will see the famous Red Fort surrounded by shops, and bazaars (built by the Emperor Shah Jehan - the builder of Taj Mahal), the Jama Masjid mosque with its tapering minarets and wonderful marble domes, Chandni Chowk (Old Delhi's business nerve center), the hustle-bustle of everyday Indian life all around you and chattering voices.
Afternoon is at leisure.

Day 04 Delhi - Jaipur
You will be transferred to New Delhi railway station to board the train Ajmer Shatabdi Express to Jaipur
Air-conditioned chair car - 0610:1040 hours
Upon arrival at Jaipur, you will be transferred to your hotel Samode Haveli for three nights.
Rest of the day is at leisure.

Day 05 Jaipur
Morning enjoy an excursion to Amber Fort which is ascended on elephant back or by jeep.
Amber, built by Man Singh, embodies the Rajput belief that the fort symbolizes the strength of the King. The commanding view, sheer walls and rock face, and the curved route that leads to the palaces within, all point to concern with security and defense. The fort is mirrored in Maota Lake, which stands adjacent to the Dilaram Garden. The private apartments begun by Man Singh in the17th century combine Hindu and Mughal styles and the Sheesh Mahal (Hall of Mirrors), its walls covered with tiny mirrors, becomes a dazzling fantasy with the light of a single match. Visit the Jag Mandir or the Hall of Victory, glittering with mirrors, Jai Mahal and the Kali Temple.
Enjoy a sightseeing of the city in the afternoon.

The capital of Rajasthan, also known popularly as the 'pink city', Jaipur was founded in the year 1727. Here you will see the Hawa Mahal (Palace of Winds), which remains only a façade today, was originally built to enable ladies of the royal family to watch the everyday life and processions of the city. The Jantar Mantar (Observatory) was built between 1728 and 1734. Each of the instruments serves a particular function and each gives an accurate reading. Situated in the centre of the city occupying a large area divided into a series of courtyards, gardens and buildings, the City Palace is an interesting place to visit. You can see the textile and costume museum, arms and armour museum, art gallery and hall of public and private audience.

Day 06 Jaipur
Day is at leisure.

Day 07 Jaipur - Pushkar
Drive from Jaipur to Pushkar, approx three hours drive.
Check in at your hotel Pushkar Resort for overnight stay.
Rest of the day is at leisure.

Day 08 Pushkar - Luni
Drive from Pushkar to Luni, approx six hours drive.
Check in at your hotel Fort Chanawa for overnight stay.
Rest of the day is at leisure.

Day 09 Luni - Jodhpur - Luni
Drive to Jodhpur, approx an hour drive (one way)
Enjoy a sightseeing of the town in the morning.
(This will include the imposing Mehrangarh Fort and Jaswant Thada)

Visit the Mehrangarh Fort, founded by Rao Jodha in 1459 when he shifted his capital here from nearby Mandore. There are Palaces, housed within this daunting structure, among them are Moti Mahal and Phool Mahal. Jaswant Thada, constructed out of thin sheets of marble, which allow the sun to filter in, was built in the memory of Maharaja Jaswant Singh II, in 1899.
Later drive back to your hotel.

Day 10 Luni - Deogarh
Drive from Luni to Deogarh, approx four hours drive visiting Ranakpur enroute.
Near the village of Sadri lies the Ranakpur temple complex - one of the biggest and most important clusters of Jain temples in India. Nestled in the Aravalli Range, Ranakpur is a mere 90 kms from Udaipur. The Chaumukha temple, or four faced temple, is the main temple in the complex and dates back to the 15th century. Built in marble, the temple has 29 halls supported by more than 1400 pillars, no two of which are alike.

Check in at your hotel Deogarh Mahal for two nights.
Rest of the day is at leisure.

Day 11 Deogarh
Day is at leisure.

Day 12 Deogarh - Udaipur
Drive from Deogarh to Udaipur, approx four hours drive visiting Kumbalgarh enroute.
Rana Kumbha built this most inspiring Fort surrounded by 36 Kms of twenty feet thick ramparts, and 365 temples. Kambulgarh fort is at a height of 1100 m and encloses temples, palaces and gardens. The fort is approached by a narrow pass in the surrounding hills with five gigantic gates called pols.

Kumbhalgarh is the second most important bastion of Mewar martial history- after Chittorgarh, which was sacked repeatedly by the Mughals. After Chittorgarh fell for the third and final time in the 15th century, Kumbhalgarh was built by Rana Kumbha. Legend credits this mightly warrior with having been "a giant who stood 20 cubits 9about 30 feet!), whose spar n mortal man could lift".
On arrival at Udaipur, check in at your hotel Shiv Niwas Palace for three nights.
Rest of the day is at leisure.

Days 13 & 14 Udaipur
Days are at leisure.

Day 15 Udaipur - Bijaipur
Drive from Udaipur to Bijaipur, approx two and half hours drive visiting Chittorgarh enroute.
Chittorgarh is one of the oldest cities in Rajasthan. The hilltop fortress of Chittorgarh epitomizes the whole romantic, doomed ideal of Rajput chivalry. The men donned the saffron robes of martyrdom and rode out from the fort to certain death while the women and children immolated themselves on a huge funeral pyre. Honour was always more important than death.
Check in at your hotel Castle Bijaipur for overnight stay.
Rest of the day is at leisure.

Day 16 Bijaipur - Bundi
Drive from Bijaipur to Bundi, approx three hours drive.
Check in at Brij Bhushanjee ki Haveli for overnight stay.

Afternoon enjoy a tour of the city.
Bundi is a picturesque little town whose medieval atmosphere more or less remains. It is ranked high in the Rajput hierarchy. The town's Rajput legacy is well preserved in the shape of the massive Taragarh Fort. The drive into the town is particularly pleasing as the road runs along the hillside overlooking the valley opposite the fort. Views over the town and surrounding countryside are excellent. The town lies on the side of a steep hill and the palace (several small palaces) situated by a lake with little islands.

The square artificial lake of Naval Sagar is visible from the fort. Bundi has a couple of beautiful baoris (step wells) right in the centre of town. Ranijiki Baori is 46 metres deep and has some superb carving and is one of the larges of its kind. The Nagar Sagar Kund is a pair of matching step-wells right in the centre of the town. Phool Sagar Palace, has a beautiful artificial tank and gardens, and is out of town on the Ajmer Road. Shikar Burj is a small hunting lodge and picnic spot on the road closer to town.

Day 17 Bundi - Ranthambhore
Drive from Bundi to Ranthambhore, approx four hours drive.
Check in at your hotel Sher Bagh for two nights.
Afternoon enjoy a game drive to the National Park by jeep or canter (subject to availability)

Day 18 Ranthambhore
Morning and afternoon enjoy a game drive to the National Park by jeep or canter (subject to availability).
Ranthambore National Park, Sawai Madhopur spread over an area of 392.59 Kms of forest with so many Waterfalls, Lakes, Kunds, is one of the famous parks for the Tiger. Population of park includes Chital, Sambhar deer, Blue Bull and Chinkara, besides other mammals and a variety of bird life. Ranthambore fort located inside the park is rich in archeological monuments. It has 7 large gates situated on a high and large hill, which is a protected monument, by the Archaeological Survey of India. There are very famous temples of God Ganesh and (Trinetri) & Maa Kali inside the fort.

Day 19 Ranthambhore - Sawai Madhopur - Bharatpur
After an early breakfast we drive from Ranthambore to Bharatpur.
You will be met on arrival and transferred to your hotel Laxmi Vilas Place for overnight stay.
Afternoon visit to the Keoladeo National Park by cycle rickshaw and walk.

The Keoladeo National Park, Bharatpur is a World Heritage Site. Located in eastern Rajasthan (50 kms from Agra), it was artificially created by a planned system of canals, embankments and sluices, as a private wildfowl shooting preserve by the Maharaja of Bharatpur in the 1850s. Now a National Park, Keoladeo attracts thousands of migratory birds during the winter months, which fly in from Central Asia, Siberia or China to escape the severe cold and restricted daylight hours of their homelands. It is one of the finest waterfowl reserves in the world: over 350 species of birds have been spotted here. October to February is the recommended period for visiting Keoladeo as the park fills up with the migratory birds. August-October breeding season is also interesting.

Day 20 Bharatpur - Agra
Drive from Bharatpur to Agra approx six hours drive visiting Fatehpur Sikri enroute.
The deserted Mughal city of Fatehpur Sikri was built by Emperor Akbar in 1569 and abandoned after fifteen years due to scarcity of water. Here you will see the graceful buildings including the Jama Masjid, the Tomb of Salim Chishti, the Panch Mahal & the other palaces.

The attractions in Fatehpur Sikri are Jama Masjid - a beautiful building containing elements of Persian and Hindu Design. The main entrance is through a 54-metre high Buland Darwaza, the Gate of Victory, constructed to commemorate Akbar's victory in Gujarat. The Hawa Mahal (Palace of the Winds) is a projecting room with walls made entirely of stone latticework. Birbal Bhavan, built either by or for Raja Birbal, Akbar's favourite courtier, this small palace is extremely elegant in its design and execution. Hiran Minar (Deer Minaret) is said to have been erected over the grave of Akbar's favourite elephant. Panch Mahal - This amusing little five-storied palace was probably once used by the ladies of the Court and originally had stone screens on the sides. The lower floor has 56 columns, no two of which are exactly alike.
Check in at your hotel Trident Hilton for overnight stay.

Later enjoy a sightseeing tour of Agra city.
(Including Taj Mahal and Agra Fort)
Note: Taj Mahal is closed on Fridays
A sprawling industrial town, Agra is situated 204 kilometres from Delhi. Agra was established in 1475 by Badal Singh and came into its own when Sikander Lodhi of the Lodhi dynasty chose it for his capital because of its proximity to the Yamuna. Babur defeated the Lodhis to capture not only Agra but also to lay the foundation of the Mughal Empire. Places of interest in Agra include the most extravagant monument, Taj Mahal and Agra Fort.

Day 21 Agra - Delhi
Day is at leisure.
Later in the evening, you will be transferred to Agra Cantonment railway station to board the train Shatabdi Express to Delhi
Air-conditioned chair car - 2023:2230 hours
You will be transferred to Delhi International Airport for your flight back home.