Rajasthan with Khajuraho and Taj
Duration : 11 Nights - 12 Days
Places to Visit : Delhi - Mukundgarh
- Khimsar - Jodhpur - Jaipur - Bharatpur - Orchaa - Khajuraho
| Major Attractions
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| Agra |
Agra Fort, Taj Mahal, Fatehpur Sikri |
| Jodhpur |
Mandor Garden, Mehrangarh Fort & Jaswant Thada |
| Jaipur |
Hawa Mahal, Amber Palace, Jantar Mantar Observatory |
| Bharatpur |
Wildlife sanctuary |
| Orchaa |
Rajmahal, Laxmi Narayan Temple and Jehangir Mahal |
| Khajoraho |
22 of the 85 original remaining temples |
Day 01: Delhi
Arrive Delhi and transfer to hotel. Check in hotel. Overnight at hotel.
Day 02: Delhi - Mukundgarh
Morning drive to Mukundgarh. Arrive & check in at hotel. Afternoon
visit Mukundgarh / Mandawa. Mandawa, founded in 1775 by Thakur Nawal Singhand
still the home of his descendants has beautiful frescoes, havelis and
mansions. Mandawa Castle, one of the finest castle of Rajasthan is now
a hotel and houses a collection of armories, costumes of ancestors, cannons
from 1820 ancient coins, numismatic collection and many other interesting
items in a Museum. Overnight at hotel.
Day 03: Mukundgarh - Khimsar
Morning drive to Khimsar. Arrive Khimsar & check in at hotel. Afternoon
sightseeing at Khimsar. Khimsar is steeped in history- founded 2500 years
ago by the Jain Saint Mahaveer. This is the starting point of the great
Indian Desert. The founder of the castle which was built in mid 15th century
was Prince Karamsi- son of Jodhpur and very close to other places of interest
like Osian and Nagaur. Well managed Khimsar Fort provides the visitors
with all modern amenities- 50 luxuriously furnished rooms, theme dinners,
a variety of continental and indian meals as well as traditional Rajasthani
are available. Evening jeep safari to sand dunes for a sunset view. Overnight
at hotel.
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04: Khimsar / Jodhpur
Morning drive to Jodhpur stopping at Mandor 10 Kms short of Jodhpur to
visit the Mandor Garden the old capital of Jodhpur. On arrival at Jodhpur,
visit Mehrangarh Fort & Jaswant Thada. Overnight at hotel.
Day 05: Jodhur / Jaipur
Morning drive to Jaipur. On arrival check in at hotel. Overnight at hotel.
Day 06: Jaipur
Morning sightseeing tour and visit to the Amber Fort. Amber Fort, the
ancient capital of the state until 1728. See the Sheesh Mahal or the hall
of victory glittering with mirrors, Jal Mahal and Kali. Ascend, on elephant
back, the hill on which fort is situated. City sightseeing tour, Jaipur
the capital of Rajasthan was given a color coat of pink a century ago
in honor of a visiting prince. Ever since it had retained that color.
Built by Maharaja Jai Singh, the notable astronomer, this city is 260
years old. Visit the Maharaja's City Palace and the observatory and drive
past Hawa Mahal , the palace of winds. Overnight at hotel
 Day
07: Jaipur / Bharatpur
Morning drive to Bharatpur. Arrive Bharatpur & check in hotel. Afternoon
sightseeing of Bharatpur. Visit Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary on rickshaws.
The most spectacular water- Birds Sanctuary features nesting of indigenous
water- birds, migratory birds. From October till December, the indigenous
water- birds nest around the lake from December on the migratory Geese,
Duck and Cranes are the main feature of the sanctuary. Overnight at hotel.
Day 08: Bharatpur / Orchaa
Morning drive to Orchaa. Arrive Orchaa & check in at hotel. Visit
the well- preserved medieval township of Orcha built in the 16th century.
Sightseeing include the Rajmahal with its beautiful murals, the Laxmi
Narayan Temple and the Jehangir Mahal built in the 17th century, to commemorate
the visit of the emperor Jehangir. Overnight at hotel.
Day 09: Orchaa / Khajuraho
Morning drive to Khajuraho. Arrive Khajuraho & check in at hotel.
Enjoy visit to Khajuraho and its temples, built during the reign of the
Chendela Kings from 950-1050. Today only 22 of the 85 original remaining
temples are magnificent examples of Hindu architecture. These exquisite
sculptures,.which adorn the spires with a galaxy of gods and goddesses,
beasts and serpents and a multitude of erotic couples represent a paean
to life, love and joy. Overnight at hotel.
Day 10: Khajuraho / Agra
Morning drive to Agra. Arrive Agra & check in at hotel. Overnight
at hotel.
Day 11: Agra
Morning city sightseeing tour visiting the world famous Taj Mahal, built
by the Mughal Emperor Shahjahan in 1630 for his Queen Mumtaz Mahal to
enshrine her mortal remains. Later visit the Agra Fort containing the
pearl mosque and the hall of public and private audience. Overnight at
the hotel.
Day 12: Agra / Delhi
Morning drive to Delhi. Arrive Delhi & check in at hotel. Afternoon
sightseeing of Delhi. Overnight at hotel.
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