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PUSHKAR SPECIAL - FESTIVE TOUR
14 Nights/15 Days
14 Nights/15 Days
Delhi - Agra - Fatehpur Sikri - Jaipur-Amber Fort- Pushkar - Bikaner- Jaisalmer Jodhpur - Mount Abu- Ranakpur - Udaipur - Delhi |
Day 01 Arrive Delhi |
·
Special Welcome on Arrival· Half Day Tour of Old Delhi
· Cycle Rickshaw Ride in Old Delhi
After arrival at Indira Gandhi International Airport meet & greet by presentable representative of Recreation Travels with special welcome. Transfer to hotel. You have a free morning to rest and relax.
Delhi stands as the capital of Modern India. Here you can see the mingling of the Old and New India, the ancient and the modern. Delhi is made up of seven ancient cities, spanning the period from the 11th to 20th centuries. Delhi has seen the rise and fall of many emperors, which have left behind a plethora of monuments that commemorate the grandeur and glory of bygone ages. Very few cities in the world can express such a profusion of architectural styles.
Afternoon sightseeing of Old Delhi was an ancient walled city.
Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan in 1650 switched the Mughal capital from Agra to Delhi. Shah Jahan possessing an exquisite talent, especially in architecture, created the seventh city and in the process brought about Delhi's glorious renaissance. Start the day with a Cycle Rickshaw Puller Ride through Old Delhi. Here you will view Red Fort, the most opulent Fort and Palace of the Mughal Empire. The fort is Shah Jehan's symbol of power and elegance, built behind red sandstone walls. Its main gate (Lahore Gate) faces Chandni Chowk, the perpetually congested avenue heading west from the Red Fort, is filled with twisting lanes, small streets and crowded bazaars. If you peer through a portico you may see a man getting shaved, silver being weighed, or any other conceivable form of intense commerce. Also visit Raj Ghat, the memorial site of the Mahatma Gandhi; Jama Masjid, the largest mosque in India; and Chandni Chowk, the bustling and colorful market of the old city. Chandni Chowk was the commercial centre of Delhi in the old time and you will see it come alive in the morning as the trading day starts. Overnight stay.
Day 02 Delhi |
· Drive pass to Raisina Hill
· Son et Lumire Show at Red Fort
Morning sightseeing tour of New Delhi was designed and built by the British in the 1920's-it's a city of wide boulevards impressive Government buildings, green parks and gardens. In 1911 King George V announced the transfer of the capital from Calcutta to Delhi. The King's architects, Lutyens and Baker, set in motion the Design and construction of Delhi's eight city - New Delhi. Lutyens designed an "Imperial City" having palatial-sized buildings set amid broad tree-lined avenues punctuated by Mughal style gardens, complete with fountains and shallow pools. It took 20 years to complete this immense undertaking only to have the British pack up and relinquish the subcontinent in 1947. Visit two monuments from Delhi's past - Humayun's Tomb and Qutub Minar. Your drive pass through the Raisina Hill, past the imposing India Gate and Parliament House.
Evening return to the Red Fort to watch the "Son et Lumire" show which is an interplay of colorful lights and sound tracing the history of monument till date Overnight stay
Day 03 Delhi - Agra (204 kms ) |
· Mughal City Tour
After
early breakfast Drive to Agra via visit to Sikandra. At the time of
the Mughals, in the 16th & 17th centuries, Agra was the capital of the
grand Mughal Empire. During this period the city became a leading center of
art, science, commerce and culture. Akbar the Great made Agra great. The
city's origins are dim but Akbar's grandfather Babur is credited with Agra's
founding. The short golden age of Agra came to an end with the seventeenth
century reign of Shah Jahan, mastermind of the unforgettable Taj Mahal.
Arrive Agra and check in hotel. Afternoon visit the Taj Mahal - Monument
to Love which was built in 1630 by Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan as a tomb
for his beloved wife Mumtaz Mahal. Construction of the Taj Mahal began
in 1631, and is believed to have taken 18 years to complete,
with over 20,000 craftsmen working around the clock. The design and
construction is said to be that of the legendary architect, Ustad Ahamad
Lahore. Legend has it that once construction was completed, Shah Jahan had
Lahore's hands cut off, and blinded, so he would never be able to duplicate
the structure. What makes the Taj Mahal unique is its perfect proportions,
distinct femininity, medium of construction and ornamentation. Its marble
exterior reflects rose and golden tints at sunrise and sunset, while it is
dazzling white during the day. It is impossible to visualize the Taj Mahal
in any surrounding others than its paradoxical garden. Paradise, in Islam,
is visualized as a lush garden where running streams flow. When the Mughals
brought this concept to India they elevated it to heights of Incomparable
artistry. Afternoon visit the Agra Fort built by Akbar the Great and the city. Also visit the tomb of Itmad-ud-Daulah built by Empress Noor Jahan in the memory of Her Father. As you drive through the city witness the local life and bazaars (markets) and the hustle bustle of every day India. Agra is famous for Marble Items Overnight stay
Taj Mahal - Closed on Fridays.
Day 04 Agra - Jaipur (232 kms) |
We
begin our drive this morning Enroute visit to Fatehpur Sikri Perched
atop a rocky ridge 37 km west of Agra, Fatehpur Sikri came into being four
centuries ago when the Emperor Akbar, not yet 28 years old, created the
first planned city in Indo-Islamic architecture. The city is the concept of
one man; it was actualized with great energy while the impulse lasted, and
completely abandoned a little more than a decade later. In 1568, Akbar was
secure and powerful but he had no son and heir. His search for blessings for
the birth of a successor brought him to the Sufi mystic Sheikh Chisti, who
lived in Sikri village. The saint prophesied the birth of three sons and
soon after was born Prince Salem, later to become Emperor Jehangir. In
gratitude for the blessing Akbar decided to create imperial residences in
Sikri, which would function as a joint capital with Agra. As a mark of his
faith and his recent victories, he named his new city Fatehpur Sikri. Akbar
was a keen builder and the plan of Fatehpur Sikri reveals an architectural
mastermind at work. The "Ghost city" of Fatehpur Sikri built in red sandstone, and is a beautiful blend of Hindu and Islamic architectural elements. The sandstone is richly ornamented with carving and fretwork. Places of Interest inside the Fatehpur Sikri: Diwan-I-Am, Diwan-I-Khas, Pachisi Court, Private Living Quarter, Mariam's Palace, Jodhabai's Palace, Hawa Mahal, Birbal's Palace, Panch Mahal, Jama Masjid, Salim Chisti's Tomb, Buland Darwaza.
We continue on to Jaipur drive through the Rjasthani countryside we see villages, woman dressed in the brilliantly colored saries of the region, camels, and elephants In the evening eyewitness the Rajasthani Cultural evening & dinner with a thousand lanterns amidst a village carnival with Kalbeliya folk dances, puppet shows, Camel ride, bullock cart ride. Overnight stay
Day 05 Maharajas Pink City Jaipur |
· Visit to colorful Bazaar
· Rajasthani Cultural Evening
This morning exciting tour takes us outside Jaipur to the Amber Palace, former capital of Rajput kingdom. Perched on a hillside in the desert, the grandeur of the palace and its fort recall the glory of an older age. We step back in time ourselves as we are transported up the hill to the palace on brightly caparisoned elephants Inside we find lavish courtyards beautifully decorated halls, and a lovely Chamber of Mirrors. Our sightseeing in Jaipur also includes the city palace with its fabulous displays of miniature paintings, howdahs, and traditional Rajasthani royal costumes: the 18th-century Observatory and the lovely Palace of Winds.
Evening is at leisure to visit the Rajasthani colorful bazaar famous for its brightly embroidered fabrics, Rajput-style silver jewelry and semi-precious stones. Overnight stay.
Day 06 Jaipur -Pushkar Fair (125 kms) |
· Leaving in Luxury / Deluxe tents
Morning
drive to Pushkar - The famous pushkar fair is an annual spectacle, which
takes place in November 22-25 at the time of the full moon. When tracers and
Pilgrims folk to the desert around the pushkar lake. The mood is festive
thought with event like camel racing. Upon arrival Check in pushkar Village.Your stay in Pushkar is for 2 nights, which is unforgettable experience of your life.
Day 07 Pushkar Camel Fair |
· Enjoy Rajasthani folk Music & dance, Camel race, colorful bazaar
It is Rajasthan's most famous fair, it brings together camel traders,
pilgrims, visitors, and those who're here simply to participate in one of
the seasons most colorful social events. Besides tented camps, there are
hundreds of shops selling everything from handicrafts to spices, foodstuff
and jewellery. For visitors, a number of activities are also arranged. But
most simply wish to stay within the fair grounds to watch the fascinating
Rajasthani village metamorphose before the eyes.Day 08 Pushkar - Bikaner |
· Major Camel breeding center
After
breakfast drive to Bikaner. Bikaner lies on the northern point on the
triangle of desert cities. It is royal walled city dating back to 1486 AD.
It was established by a Rathore Prince, Bika & came to be called to be
Bikaner after him. It was, however, a major trade center as it stood on the
ancient caravan route which link central Asia & north India with the
Gujarat Sea Ports. It architectural attractions remain splendidly Ragout.
One of the principal outposts of the desert, It is also a major center for
camel breeding. Upon arrival check in hotel. Later embark on a tour of
Bikaner City, visit the Junagarh Fort, built in 1611 AD. The palaces
worth visiting are Anup Mahal, Karan Mahal, and Bijai Phool Mahal.
Day 09 Bikaner - Jaisalmer (333 kms) |
Today morning drive to Jaisalmer, the ancient citadel on the Caravan route linking India with Persia, Arabia and The Mediterranean. This architectural in the 12th Century by Jaisal, a Bhatti Prince. Located in the heart of the Thar Desert. Few cities in the world can match the Magnificence. Jaisalmer is renowned for its intricately carved & chiseled Have lies (Mansions) which illustrate superb craftsmanship. Upon arrival check in Hotel. Overnight stay .
Day 10 Jaisalmer |
· Camel Safari to see the Spectacular Sunset
over the Sand dunes
· Meeting with local
villagers
Morning embark half day tour of Jaisalmer fort.
Afterwards visit to the Gadisar Tank & large houses of the
merchant called have lies, some of them dating to the Premediveal Patwon
Ki Haveli, Salem Shah Haveli and Nathamal Ki Haveli with their
intricately carved screens on the facades and the typical traditional
architecture.
Evening At Sam Dunes - Short Camel Safari will be
arranged.. You will go in a Caravan through the small ethnic beautiful
villages and meeting with local villagers to know about their way of way of
living and culture & to see the Spectacular Sun Set. Back to the
hotel after a most memorable tour. Overnight stay
Day 11 Jaisalmer - Jodhpur (285 kms) |
· Gateway to Thar Dessert
·
Jeep Safari in remote rural areas
Early morning drive to
Jodhpur. Jodhpur - the Great Indian Desert, sites on sand stone hill
surrounded by a strong wall, approximately 6 miles long with 7 entry gates.
Upon arrival check in hotel. Half day sightseeing of the city includes visit
to Mehrangarh Fort, from where its destiny was written. Narrow paths
wind up the steep path, leading to the innards of the fort. Once within, the
architecture is less formidable, with delicate windows and painted chambers.
From its ramparts one has a view of the 20th century art deco Umaid Bhawan
Palace. Drive through the old city and past the Clock Tower near the largest
spice bazaar in the sub-continent, visit the Jaswant Thada Cenotaph,
the royal cremation site and then proceed to see the most magnificent,
modern 20th century Palace, the Umaid Bhawan Palace and its museum - a
treasure trove. vernight stay.
Day 12 Jodhpur- Mount Abu (326 Kms) |
· World famous Dilwara Jain Temple
After breakfast countryside drive to Mount Abu- located 4000 ft above sea level is solitary hill station i.e. also a pilgrimage center for Janis. Upon arrival check in Hotel. Afternoon visit world famous Dilwara Jain Temple- consisting of five jain temples built from the beginning of the 11th century onwards with intricate ornamental carvings represent the climax in the art of decoration in stones, Nikki Lake, Brahmin Kumari Ashram, Peace Park & Gyan Sarovar. Overnight stay.
Day 13 Mount Abu- Udaipur (175 Kms) |
· Enroute visit to Ranakpur
·
Udaipur- Romantic City of Lakes
After breakfast leave for
Udaipur. Enroute visit to Ranakpur temples of the Janis, built in
the 15th century in the lovely valley of Aravallis. It has grand structure &
beautiful Sculptures. The 1444 pillars in the temple are different from each
other. The magic of light & shade is really awe- inspiring. Later
proceed to Udaipur. Upon arrival check in Hotel. Afternoon is free to
explore colorful Bazaar & Shopping. Over night stay
Day 14 Udaipur |
· City of Romance
A lake city, and the capital of the Ranas of Mewar, founded in the 16th century. Udaipur known fir its fairytale palaces that nestle along the banks of a lake, or completely hover islands in its midst. Today sight seeing of Udaipur includes The City Palace, drive around Fateh Sager lake, Sahelion-ki-Bari (The fountain and flowered garden of Maidens), Partap Smarak: A memorial to the legendary warrior Rana Pratap, Bhartiya Lok Mandal Museum. Remainder of the day is at leisure. Evening Boat Cruise at Lake Pichola.Overnight stay.
Day 15 Udaipur - Delhi |
· Fly Delhi for Onward Destination
Morning
transfer to Airport to board the flight at 0810 hrs. Arrive Delhi at 1045
hrs. Later transfer to International Airport to board the flight for next
onward destination.
All Price are based
on minimum 2 Person.
PRICE BASED ON SUPERIOR CLASS
HOTELS
· US $ 1220 per person
Cost
for more person please contacts us.
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