Destination:Delhi-Jaisalmer-Udaipur-Jodhpur-Jaipur-Bhagha Ka Bhagh
Duration:14 Nights / 15 Days

DAY 01 DELHI
Arrive Delhi from your home country by midnight. Garland welcome, assistance and transfer to hotel. O/n Hotel.

DAY 02 DELHI TO JAISALMER
Morning after a late breakfast sightseeing of Old Delhi. (Rooms retained only upto 12.00 hrs)
Perhaps there is no other capital city in the world so steeped in history and legend as the Indian capital, Delhi. It was the magnet that drew the Mongols, Turks, Persians, Afghans, Mughals and Finally the British. All of whom contributed to its glorious but turbulent history. The fascination with Delhi was such that even though it was abandoned many times, its rulers returned to it again and again rebuilding it at least seven times.

Afternoon drive to Old Delhi Tour (half day) : Shah Jahan founded the city of Shahjanabad, now referred to as Old Delhi, in 1648. The famous Red Fort in the heart of Old Delhi was once the most opulent fort of the Mughal Empire and it boasts the Diwan-I-Am, Hall of Private Audience. Opposite the fort is the Jama Masjid, one of the largest mosques in the world, built by Shah Jahan to dominate his city. Sightseeing to Red Fort, Jama Masjid Mosque & Humayuns tomb. Evening transfer to railway station to board express train to Jaisalmer at 17.25hrs. O/n Train.

DAY 03 JAISALMER
Arrive Jaisalmer at 12.10hrs. Upon arrival, transfer to hotel. Evening we drive to Khuri (about 01 hr), a small picturesque desert village of decorated mud thatched buildings and shifting sand dunes. Ride a camel on the dunes and gear yourself up for an unforgettable experience of watching the sunset over the desert. Back to Jaisalmer. O/n Hotel.

DAY 04 JAISALMER
Morning after breakfast sightseeing in Jaisalmer, a medieval city of elaborately carved mansions (havelis) in yellow sandstone, built by rich merchants at a time when the city was a key stopping place on the caravan routes from the Middle East. Visit to Jaislamer Fort, often referred as the golden fort because of the colour of the sandstone, Jaisalmer's Fort seems to emerge from the desert sands. The fort is still home to many of the town's people who live in tiny but beautifully decorated houses or havelis. Jaisalmer has been described as an open-air museum, and to enter its narrow cobbled lanes is to step into a bygone age. Rest of the day free to relax. O/n Hotel.

DAY 05 JAISALMER TO JODHPUR
After an early breakfast drive to historic Jodhpur second city of Rajasthan. Check into the hotel. Evening visit the Old City surrounded by a huge 9 ½-km long wall which has 101 bastions and seven gates. It comprises a labyrinthine maze of narrow streets. Some of the houses and temples are of richly carved stone, in particular red sandstone buildings of the Sire (Sardar) Bazar. O/n Hotel.

DAY 06 JODHPUR TO RANAKPUR
Morning after breakfast drive to visit the massive Mehrangarh Fort looms over the city and the Red sandstone Palaces within the fort form one of the most impressive complexes in Rajasthan. Its museum contains sections which house armoury, palanquins, howdahs and headgear from all the communities of Rajasthan. Proceed to Ranakpur (about 180kms/04hrs), check into the hotel. If time allows, on arrival at Ranakpur we can visit the stunning nearby Jain temples. The largest Jain temple complex in India, building is supported by 1444 ornately carved marble pillars through which sunlight pours, creating complex patterns of light and shadow. O/n Hotel.

DAY 07 RANAKPUR TO AODHI (06hrs walking)
From Ranakpur our trail takes us through the Arravalis, nature is surprisingly different in this part of Rajasthan, with rocky hills and plentiful greenery. In the narrow fertile valleys sugarcane and other staple-foods are cultivated. We will see Persian wheels being used for irrigation. After a picnic lunch we climb along the slope of a hill to a Shiva temple, hidden in the rocks. Further, reward at the hilltop is the wonderful view over the surrounding plains. By late afternoon we aim to reach our comfortable heritage hotel for the night. O/n Hotel.

DAY 08 AODHI TO BAGHA-KA-BAGH (04hrs walking)
After breakfast we set our firstly to visit the Kumbalgarh Fort, situated at 1100 M on a nearby hilltop. The fort has a lot of temples, palaces and gardens, though you can't compare it to the exquisitely decorated palaces of Jodhpur or Udaipur, it is though impressive for its location and the splendid views it commands. After visiting the fort we descend into the deep valley behind the fort, this is where the former hunting area of the Maharaja of Ghanerao starts, a small exkingdom north of Kumbalgarh. Now it has been converted into a wild park under the control of the forest department of India. After 4 hours of walking we reach the Maharaja's hunting lodge, which is our home for the night. Here there is no electricity and only a minimum of comfort but the sounds of the jungle, and the campfire make it an unforgettable experience. O/n Hotel.

DAY 09 BAGHA-KA-BAGH TO GHANERAO (03hrs walking)
Our 3 hours walk through the dry dhok forest, bushes and isolated villages follows mostly a well worn trail with gradual ascents and descents. There is a variety of birdlife here, and we may see a Nilgay, or even Indian Gazal. We reach Ghanerao, a small charming town, away from the touristic paths. Here there are cenothaps and an old stepwell, and wondering around in the narrow streets will give us the feeling that time has stopped. We spend the night in the Royal Castle, private property of the Maharaja himself, an authentic Maharaja's family-home. O/n Hotel.

DAY 10 GHANERAO TO UDAIPUR
We start our day with a short drive (about 80kms/02hrs) through the beautiful Aravali hills to the romantic lake city of Udaipur. Set on the shores of Lake Pichola and surrounded by hills, Udaipur grew in complete contrast to the harsh deserts of the rest of Rajasthan. As capital of the old Mewar state it was the only Rajput stronghold to uphold its Hindu allegiance in the face of Muslim invasion. From the late 16th century, peace brought about an era of renaissance in the arts and encouraged the building of beautiful palaces around the lake, culminating, in the City Palace, one of the largest palace complexes in the world. The lake itself is a romantic setting surrounding the gleaming white Lake Palace and the Jag Mandir, a refugee of the rebel Mughal prince, Shah Jahan, soon to be the creator of the imcomparable Taj Mahal. We arrive at our delightful heritage hotel, and have plenty of time to relax in the garden. Our afternoon is free to visit the local bazaar or go boating on Lake Pichola. O/n Hotel.

DAY 11 UDAIPUR
After breakfast visit to City Palace - the largest palace complex in Rajasthan, comprising many buildings added at different time by various maharajas. Perhaps the most beautiful are the Moti Mahal with its mirror inlay and the Chini ka Chitra Mahal's iridescent tile work. At the nearby, Jagdish Temple, there is an impressively carved image of Lord Vishnu, to whom the temple is dedicated. Continue your visit to the ornamental gardens of the Maids of Honour or Sahelion ki Bari. Rest of the day free to relax. O/n Hotel.

DAY 12 UDAIPUR TO KISHANGARH
After an early breakfast we drive to Kishangarh (340kms/09hrs), enroute visit Chittaurgarh Fort stands on a 152-m high rocky hill, rising abruptly above the surrounding plain. As you explore the fort and its various palaces and temples do look out for Rana Kumbha's Palace, Mira Bai Temple, Rana Ratan Singh's Palace, Fateh Parakash Palace, Vijay Stambha, Samadhishvara Temple, Padmini's Palace, Adbhutanatha Temple and the Kirti Stambaha. Proceed to Kishangarh, check into the hotel. Rest of the day free to relax. O/n Hotel.

DAY 13 KISHANGARH TO JAIPUR
Morning after breakfast free to relax or stroll around the village, a centre of craft industries - leather embroidery, block printing, pottery and handloom weaving can be seen. Proceed to Jaipur (about 125kms/03hrs), check into the hotel. Afternoon free to relax or stroll around the colourful bazaars in the Pink City. O/n Hotel.

DAY 14 JAIPUR TO DELHI
Jaipur is known as the pink city, because many buildings are still washed pink, the traditional colour of welcome, which was originally introduced to honor the visit of the Prince Albert in 1856.

Morning after breakfast we visit Amber, ascending by elephant to see the 16th century hilltop fortress - Palace and its richly decorated apartments. Ascend to the ancient Rajput capital of Amber, this fort palace was begun by Raja Man Singh and used by the Rajputs as their stronghold until Sawai Jai Singh II moved to the newly created Jaipur. You will visit the palace and its many intricate chambers and hallways, which has breathtaking views of the Jal Mahal (Water palace) below. Afternoon visit City Palace, still inhabited by Jai Singh's descendants is a superb fusion of Rajput and Mughal architecture. A city within a city, it includes the Govind Deo Temple, the Jantar Mantar astronomical observatory and the Maharaja's museum with his personal collection of weaponry, miniature paintings, royal attire and jewellery. On the periphery of the Palace stands the Hawa Mahal, the Palace of Winds, an elaborate pink sandstone façade behind which the ladies of the court used to watch the daily goings on in the street below. Afternoon drive to Delhi (about 260kms/05hrs), int'l airport to board flight to your home country.

DAY 15 DELHI
Early morning board your flight.