Royal Rajputana: Jaipur-Jodhpur-Udaipur

Royal Rajputana: Jaipur-Jodhpur-Udaipur
Dates: October 17th – 23rd, 2015
Duration: 6 nights/ 7 days
Tour Cost: $ 1175 per person on Twin Sharing basis
Single Rooms supplement: $ 425 per person
Quick Itinerary:
Oct 17/Sat
0900 hrs: Drive Delhi/Jaipur (275 km/5.5 hr)
After check-in at hotel visit the Hawa Mahal area & the
surrounding colourful markets
Ramada Jaipur Hotel (Club Room) - 2 nights
Oct 18/Sun
0800 hrs: Sightseeing of Amber Fort with elephant ride up to
the Fort
1430 hrs: Jaipur city sightseeing (City Palace, Observatory,
markets)
Oct 19/Mon
0900 hrs: Drive Jaipur/Jodhpur (350 km/6 hrs)
1230 hrs: Lunch en route at Nimaj Palace on direct payment
Evening is free to explore the markets
Ranbanka Hotel (Club Room) – 2 nights
Oct 20/Tue
0900 hrs: Morning tour of Jodhpur (Mehrangarh Fort &
Jaswant Thada)
1430 hrs: Visit to Bishnoi villages
Oct 21/Wed
0900 hrs: Drive Jodhpur/Udaipur visiting Ranakpur Jain
Temples en route (300 km/5.5 hr+).
1230 hrs: Lunch on direct payment at Maharani Bagh
Orchard Resort, Ranakpur
Evening is free to explore the markets
Amet Haveli – Suite Room - 2 nights
Oct 22/Thu
0830 hrs: Morning tour of City Palace and visit to Nagda
ruins
Evening boat ride on Lake Pichola followed by a visit to
Jagdish Temple
Oct 23/Fri
Morning is free
Fly Air India AI 472 Udaipur/Delhi 1600/1720
Program Brief:
Jaipur: Jaipur is the state capital of Rajasthan and owes its name, planning and foundation
to the Maharaja Jai Singh II. In 1727, Jai Singh decided to move from his hillside fortress at
Amber to the plains, and thus Jaipur was conceived. It is also know as the "Pink City",
derived from the pink painted (the color of hospitality, for the 1853 visit of Prince Albert)
sandstone from which the buildings in the old walled city are constructed.
Hawa Mahal, Palace of Winds, built in 1799. Part of a huge complex, it overlooks one of
Jaipur’s main streets and was originally constructed to offer women of the court a vantage
point, behind stone-carved screens, from which to watch the goings-on in the bazaar and
the streets.
Seven miles outside the city in the rugged hills that surround Jaipur is the magnificent
Amber Fort. A painted elephant will take you up to the fort through its huge gateways and
pillared pavilions. This Rajput Fortress/Palace was constructed from 1592 by Raja Man Singh
II, and is a superb example of Rajput architecture.
Departing Amber, visit the well restored Anokhi Haveli which is home to the Museum of
Hand Printing, a remarkable display of a private collection of hand crafted textiles.
In the afternoon, explore the old city of Jaipur, popularly known as the “Pink City” because
of the rose coloured wash that adorns most buildings in the old quarter.
Jodhpur: Jodhpur lies in the heart of Rajasthan, standing on the eastern edge of the Thar
Desert & acting as a window to a wonderful world of sand and stone. In 1459 Rao Jodha
(after whom the city is named - was the 15th of the Rathore dynasty, that held sway over
this region – Marwar: the land of death, from 13th to 20th century) made it home of his clan.
If Jaipur is characterized by bustling gaiety and Udaipur (Mewar) by romantic nostalgia,
The mighty, massive & historic 15th Mehrangarh classic Rajput Fort [Citadel of the Sun] in
burnished red sandstone stands aloof in splendour on a perpendicular cliff 400 feet above
the city of Jodhpur, dominating & invincible and yet infused with a strange and beckoning
haunting beauty. It has a protective stonewall with a well–fortified city within.
Jodhpur has an interesting market. The old city throbs with activity and is fascinating place
with 8 entry gates around its periphery. The colorful bazaar near Clock Tower is a maze of
winding, narrow and crisscrossing streets dotted with tiny shops selling exquisite Rajasthani
wares.
Afternoon visit to a Bishnoi village. It offers a rare glimpse into the rich cultural essence of
rural India and abundant wild life of the area. Memorable moments of great desert
landscape will fascinate you as you drive through the countryside. Bishnois are the
protectors of nature’s flora and fauna for five centuries and arguably the world first
ecologists. Black buck and antelopes are considered sacred
Udaipur: The Jain temples of Ranakpur are situated in the picturesque valley of Aravalli. The
central temple, built in 1439, is dedicated to Adinathji. Famed for the exquisite sandstone
carvings it's 29 halls are supported by 1444 individually carved pillars, of which no two are
alike.
The Citys centerpiece is the cavernous City Palace, actually a series of interconnecting
palaces that reveal several immaculate layers of construction, paintings and mosaics on
inside walls, and airy gardens and balconies. At the adjacent Fateh Prakash, view the Grand
Durbar Hall where the nobility once assembled, and the Crystal Gallery that displays the
Maharana’s personal collection. Close by is the Mahrana’s collection of a variety of vintage
automobiles.
Late afternoon, a motorboat cruise on Lake Pichola provides views of the lakeside panorama
and includes a visit to Jagmandir Island, where you view the elegant remains of a former
palace.
Nagda, the first capital of Bappa Rawal, founder of Sisodia dynasty dates from the 6th century
AD, and contains exquisitely carved Sas Bahu temples, which are among the most beautiful
ancient temples of Rajasthan.
Tour Cost Includes:
 All presently applicable taxes are included. Any change in taxation will affect the
quotes
 Accommodation: Hotel accommodation in a double/twin room with attached bath
inclusive of presently applicable local taxes. Single Room supplement has been
provided for single room occupancy. If the hotels proposed are not available then an
equivalent accommodation of similar standard will be offered with revised quotes
 Breakfast only at all hotels. No other meal is included. No drinks (hard/soft/mineral
water) is included with the meals
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Ground transportation, as detailed in the itinerary, for airport/hotel transfers, drives
and all sightseeing by air-conditioned chauffeur driven vehicles supply of bottled
water
2-3 pax
4-6 pax
7-13 pax
14-25 pax
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Toyota Innova car
Tempo Traveller
Mini Coach
Large Coach
Services of English speaking local professional guides for sightseeing as per itinerary.
Entrance fee and still camera fee (one camera per person) to the monuments &
museums on sightseeing
Local assistance (arrival/departure at airport/hotel/station) in all cities (except Delhi)
by representatives of our local offices
Boat rides in Udaipur (common sharing boat)
Elephant ride up to the Amber Fort Jaipur (2 pax per elephant) and jeep down (if/as
applicable for groups)
Porterage at airports & rail stations based on one bag per peron
Exclusions in the Tour Rate:
 Any services (transport/transfers/hotel) in Delhi. These can be provided as per
details provided separately
 Domestic airfares for any sector (Udaipur/Delhi). These can be issued as per details
provided separately. The fares are subject to change and actual fare at time of
issuing the tickets will apply. Airfares can change drastically
 Any transport during free time
 Video cameras fee at monuments/museums – this is paid at the time of entry.
 Expenses of personal nature
 Accompanying escort. Please note travel between centres will be unescorted
 Travel/cancellation/health/baggage insurance. An adequate cover is suggested
 Arrangements for accompanying family/child staying with parents with/without
extra bed
 Any optional visits or tours as may be suggested in the itinerary
 Anything not specified in the itinerary or inclusions
Cancellation and Payment Terms:
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All tours will be confirmed on receipt of payment
Cancellations received 72 hours prior to the date of the tour will be refunded in full after
deducting applicable taxes and bank charges and flight/ railway tickets where applicable
Cancellations should be sent in writing to [email protected]