Great road of Rajasthan

Trip Description

Accomodation

Stay program

• day 1

  Arrival at Delhi International Airport:

  Traditional and personalized welcome at the airport (usually at night) by our French-speaking representative and direct transfer to the hotel. Accommodation (comfort category) - Colonel's Retreat.

• day 2

  Delhi - visit: all day

  After breakfast, continue with a visit to the capital of India. Start with a visit to the Red Fort, a historic monument located in Old Delhi, then explore the Chandni Chowk market, very famous for its colorful clothes. You will also experience the heavy traffic in this area. Next, visit Humayun's Tomb, a magnificent example of Mughal architecture. After that, discover the Connaught Place market, built by the English before Independence. Return to the hotel, where your travel advisor will be waiting to discuss your stay and go over the necessary details for the smooth running of your trip to India. Accommodation (comfort category) - Colonel's Retreat.

• day 3

  Delhi - Shekhawati

  After breakfast at the hotel, take the road to Shekhawati (Mandawa/Alsisar/Churu), a small village in Rajasthan. You will be free to discover these regions. Overnight at the hotel. Accommodation (comfort category): Vivaana Culture Hotel.

• day 4

  Shekhawati: full day visit:

  After breakfast at the hotel, visit the old colorful and decorated havelis of Shekhawati (Mandawa/Churu/Alsisar region). Discover the mural paintings of the havelis and learn about the history of the village. In the evening, a walking visit to the small market to buy souvenirs, then return to the hotel. Accommodation (comfort category) - Vivaana Culture Hotel.

• day 5

  Shekhawati - Bikaner

  After breakfast at the hotel, take the road to Bikaner. Arrive at the hotel, which was once a palace of the King of Bikaner, then visit the Deshnok temple dedicated to Karni Mata, also called the "temple of the sacred rats". Return to the hotel. Accommodation (comfort category) - Karni Bhawan.

• day 6

  Bikaner - Jaisalmer

  Start your day with a visit to the Junagarh Fort, a grand piece of architecture built by the Mughal Empire. Long drive to Jaisalmer, "the Golden City." Arrival in the early evening and transfer to the hotel. Enjoy a magnificent view of the yellow fort from the hotel restaurant. Accommodation (comfort category) – The Gulaal.

• day 7

  Jaisalmer - Thar Desert:

  In the morning, visit of the Jaisalmer fort in which people still live today, as well as a haveli. In the afternoon, drive towards the Thar desert by jeep and, on the way, visit the well-known sites of Bada Bagh, a Jain temple, and the unusual village of Kuldhara. Arrival at your camp and camel ride at sunset, offering a magnificent view. Then, dinner organized in the desert under the stars and a show of local dance and music. Night at the bivouac in a tent. Accommodation (comfort category): bivouac in a tent (Fifu).

• day 8

  Thar Desert - Jodhpur:

  Breakfast on site, then continue to the blue city. Visit the Mehrangarh Fort and the Umaid Bhawan Palace. In the evening, visit the small market of this blue city on foot, then return to the hotel. Accommodation (comfort category) - Ratan Vilas.

• day 9

  Jodhpur - Jojawar:

  Breakfast at the hotel. Take the road to Narlai or Jojawar (depending on the chosen hotel), a small village located between Jodhpur and Udaipur. Visit this small village and meet the local people. Rest well under the clear sky at the hotel. Accommodation (comfort category): Rawla Jojawar.

• day 10

  Jojawar - Udaipur:

  Breakfast at the hotel. On the way, visit of the Kumbalgarh fort and a renowned temple in Ranakpur. Arrival in Udaipur, visit of the sites and the market of this city of lakes. You will be free to discover the beautiful city of Udaipur, which is charming and historic. Night at the hotel. Accommodation (comfort category): Karohi Haveli.

• day 11

  Udaipur - full day visit:

  Breakfast at the hotel, then a full day visit of the city of lakes. Visit of the City Palace, which is one of the most beautiful palaces in Rajasthan; the king still lives in part of the palace today. In the evening, a boat ride on Lake Pichola and the possibility to attend a religious ceremony at the Jagdish temple. We recommend booking your dinner at the Ambrai restaurant, very well located next to the lake and considered one of the best restaurants in Udaipur. Accommodation (comfort category): Karohi Haveli.

• day 12

  Udaipur - Chittorgarh - Bijaipur:

  Proceed to Bijaipur, a small region near Chittorgarh. On the way, visit the great fort of Chittorgarh, its ruins, gates, gardens, and temples, which are full of history. Transfer to the hotel, which was once a castle; the royal family still resides at the hotel to meet guests and share their experience. Rest well at the hotel. Accommodation (comfort category) - Castle Bijaipur

• day 13

  Bijaipur - Bundi - Bhainsorgarh:

  After breakfast at the hotel, leave your hotel and head towards Bundi, which is a small town with a lot of history. Visit the famous ancient baoris, known for their architecture, then continue to Bhainsorgarh, which is located right next to the Chamba river. Stay in a large historic fort. Stay at the hotel. Accommodation (comfort category) - Bhainsorgarh Fort

• day 14

  Bhainsrorgarh - visit:

  After breakfast at the hotel, a day of sightseeing in this small village. Interact with the local residents and discover how they live their lives. Several activities are available at the hotel (to be checked on site), such as a boat ride, visiting old temples, or a jeep safari at sunset. Free evening to rest well at the hotel. Accommodation (comfort category) - Bhainsorgarh Fort.

• day 15

  Bhainsorgarh - Ranthambore:

  Breakfast at the hotel. Continue to Ranthambore, a national park. Arrival in the afternoon, lunch included. Rest well, enjoy the hotel and have dinner at the hotel. Accommodation (standard category): Sher Garh.

• day 16

  Ranthambore: Jeep Safari - AM + PM:

  Early in the morning, after your breakfast, continue to the national park for a jeep safari. Return and lunch at the hotel. In the afternoon, another jeep safari in the park. Return in the evening and dinner at the hotel. Accommodation (standard category): Sher Garh.

• day 17

  Ranthambore - Jaipur:

  Take the road to Jaipur, the pink city of Rajasthan. Arrive at the hotel in the afternoon, then continue the visit with the Palace of Winds, built by King Sawai Pratap Singh in 1799. This monument has many windows allowing women to observe daily life without being seen by others. The architecture of the Hawa Mahal is truly beautiful, built in sandstone. In the evening, you will be free to explore the colorful market and buy souvenirs. Accommodation (standard category): Dera Rawatsar.

• day 18

  Jaipur - full day visit:

  Your day begins with a visit to Amber Fort, riding up to the fort on the back of an elephant. Visit the grand fort, rich in history from the Mughal era. Next, discover the Pink City, starting with the City Palace, the Maharaja's palace, then the Jantar Mantar monument built by Sawai Jai Singh II. At the end, explore the small colorful markets at the foot of the fort, then return to the hotel. Accommodation (standard category): Dera Rawatsar.

• day 19

  Jaipur - Fatehpur Sikri - Agra:

  After breakfast at the hotel, take the road to Agra. On the way, make a stop at Fatehpur Sikri, the former imperial capital of the Mughal Empire founded by Emperor Akbar. He also decided to transfer his capital from Agra to Fatehpur Sikri. Continue on the road to Agra and transfer to the hotel. Accommodation (comfort category) - Grand Imperial.

• day 20

  Agra - Delhi:

  Early in the morning, at sunrise, discover the beauty of the Taj Mahal, which is one of the seven wonders of the world, built by the Mughal emperor Shah Jahan for his wife Mumtaz Mahal. It is a large complex with a mosque, rooms to stay in, and gardens. Next, visit the Red Fort, which was the residence of the emperors of the Mughal dynasty. Later, return to Delhi. Transfer to the hotel near the airport. Accommodation (standard category): Ashok Country Resort.

• day 21

  Delhi - International Airport:

  Breakfast at the hotel. Depending on the schedule of your international flight, transfer to the airport. If your flight is scheduled for the evening or at night, you will be free to visit the city with the driver or to meet your travel advisor to give your feedback.