Fort and Palaces Tour of Rajasthan

Recommended Itinerary:

• Day: 1 – Arrival at Udaipur and Full-Day sightseeing:

  Upon your arrival at Udaipur airport for Forts and Palaces Tour of Rajasthan, our company representative will meet and greet you. Later you will be transferred to the air-conditioned car to proceed towards your pre-booked hotel. You will visit City Palace – the largest royal complex in Rajasthan as the construction began in the year 1559 under Maharaja Udai Singh II and subsequently carried out under his successor Maharanas for a period of next 300 years. This magnificent monument consists of towers, balconies, cupolas that give a panoramic view of the Udaipur city and Pichola Lake. Then you will visit Jagdish Temple, which was constructed by Maharana Jagat Singh. This temple has an Indo-Aryan architectural style and dedicated to Lord Jagannath. Have a drive through the old streets of Udaipur and reach Fateh Sagar Lake – an artificial lake that was reconstructed by Maharana Fateh Singh in the year 1888. Then you will visit Saheliyon-Ki-Bari, which is also known as the courtyard of maidens was built by Maharana Bhopal Singh and comprises of marble elephants, a lotus pool, kiosks, and fountains. In the evening, enjoy boat ride at Lake pichola see the Jag Mandir , City Palace & Old city during sunset . Return to the hotel for overnight stay.

• Day: 2- Udaipur -Jodhpur via Kumbhalgarh & Ranakpur :

  Have early morning breakfast at the hotel, then our company representative will transfer you to the air-conditioned car as you leave for Jodhpur. This beautiful city is also known as ” Sun City” and considered one of the best places to visit in India. En Route, you will visit Ranakpur to visit the famous Jain temples. Then you will go to Kumbhalgarh to see Kumbhalgarh fort, which was built in the 15th century by Maharana Rana Kumbha. After seeing this place you will drive towards Jodhpur and on arrival check-in the hotel for comfortable overnight stay.

• Day: 3 – Jodhpur Sightseeing:

  Have breakfast at the hotel, then our company representative will transfer you to the air-conditioned car as you will visit Jaswant Thada, Umaid Bhawan Palace, which has a heritage museum. Also visit the majestic Mehrangarh Fort, one of the largest forts in India. Within the fort, there are beautiful palaces and a display of royal arms and artifacts. Evening visit to Clock Tower & Local bazaar. Return to the hotel for overnight stay.

• Day: 4- Jodhpur – Jaisalmer ( 278 km, 4 to 5 hrs ):

  After having breakfast at the hotel, our representative will transfer you to the car as you will leave for Jaisalmer. On reaching this place, you will check-in the hotel for short relax.You will visit Bada Bagh and Gadisar lake . Return to the hotel for overnight stay.

• Day: 5- Continue exploring Jaisalmer:

  After having breakfast at the hotel, our representative will transfer you to the car as you will visit and see the beautiful Sonar Fort also known as Jaisalmer Fort. Then you will see beautiful mansions or Havelis with balconies and windows covered by fine carved screens. There are many beautiful havelis along the narrow lanes in Jaisalmer town, which has a medieval ambiance.After lunch you will leave for Sam sand dunes. At this place, you are going to stay in a tent and can enjoy the camel ride along with bonfire in the night with traditional Rajasthani folk songs. Return to the tent for overnight stay.

• Day: 6- Jaisalmer – Bikaner ( 330 km, 4 to 5 hrs ):

  Have breakfast at the hotel, then our company representative will transfer you to the air-conditioned car as you leave for Bikaner. On reaching this place, you will check-in the hotel After short relax proceed to visit Asia number one camel breeding farm or independent activities like shopping. Return to the hotel for overnight stay.

• Day: 7- Bikaner Sightseeing:

  After having breakfast at the hotel, our company representative will transfer you to the car as you will leave for sightseeing, which includes Junagarh Fort, a grand structure built in the 16th century , Jain Temple. You will also visit Bandeshwar Temple and the Deshnoke Temple, where rats are considered holy and worshipped. Return to the hotel for overnight stay.

• Day: 8- Bikaner – Mandawa ( 192 km, 3 to 4 hrs ):

  After having early morning breakfast at the hotel, our company representative will transfer you to the car as you will leave for Mandawa (also known as Shekhawati). On reaching this place, our company representative will transfer you to the hotel for a short relax. Later on, you will visit Mandawa Fort that was built in the 18th century by Thakur Nawal Singh and famous for the painted arched gateway that adorns Lord Krishna and his cows. You will also visit Hanuman Prasad Goenka Haveli, Murmuria Haveli and drive through the streets of this city to have an experience of real India. Return to the hotel for overnight stay.

• Day: 9- Mandawa – Jaipur ( 167 km, 3 to 4 hrs ):

  After having breakfast at the hotel, you will drive towards Jaipur and on arrival check-in, the hotel for short relax. In the evening, you will go for dinner at Chokhi Dhani- an ethnic resort wherein you can enjoy Rajasthani folk dance, cultural activities, and food. Return to the hotel for overnight stay.

• Day: 10- Jaipur Sightseeing:

  Have breakfast at the hotel, then our company representative will transfer you to the car as you drive for full-day sightseeing in Pink city of India – Jaipur. The visit starts from Amber Fort that is also known as Amer Fort, which is located 11 km away from the main city of Jaipur. It is situated high on a hill and was built in the year 1592 AD by Raja Man Singh I. You can also enjoy elephant ride to climb this fort and get a wonderful panoramic view of the whole Jaipur City. Then you will go to visit Hawa Mahal that is also called as “Palace of Winds” and was constructed by Maharaja Sawai Pratap Singh in the year 1799. The structure of this monument is like a beehive and comprises of 953 small windows. Then you will visit City Palace that is a huge complex that consists of buildings, beautiful gardens, courtyards, and other magnificent structures. It was made in between 1729 and 1732 with the initiation of the rule of Ajmer, Sawai Jai Singh II. After visiting this famous tourist attraction, you will go to explore the Albert Hall Museum situated in the Ram Niwas Garden In Jaipur and is the oldest museum in the state of Rajasthan. You will also visit the Jal Mahal, which is located in a lake and attracts a large number of tourists every year. In the evening, you are free for independent activities like shopping as Jaipur is famous for traditional gemstone jewelry and other handicrafts. Return to the hotel for overnight stay.

• Day: 11- Delhi Departure ( 250 km , 4-5 hrs ):

  After having breakfast at the hotel, you will be transferred to the car as you will leave for Delhi. On reaching this place, you will be dropped at the Delhi airport to board your flight to the next destination/home.