Rajasthan and Central India Tour

Delhi » Mandawa » Bikaner » Jaisalmer » Jodhpur » Ranakpur » Udaipur » Chittorgarh » Bundi » Pushkar » Jaipur » Ranthambore » Agra » Delhi

Duration: 25 nights / 26 days

Day 01: Arrival in Delhi
As you arrive in Delhi, India for the start of the Rajasthan and Central India Tour by Rajasthan Travel Agent, you will be received by the warmest of welcomes at the airport/ railway station from where you would be escorted to the pre-booked hotel of your choice by our very own tour representative. Check in at the hotel and freshen up. Afterwards, embark on a sightseeing tour of New Delhi, with visits to the Red Fort, Jama Masjid, India Gate, Laxmi Narayan Temple and Lotus Temple. You will also be driven past the Parliament House, Rashtrapati Bhawan and Rajpath. Overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 02: Delhi - Mandawa
Drive out to Mandawa region of Rajasthan early in the morning that is situated 268 kms away. Reach Mandawa and after checking into the hotel, set out for sightseeing. Enjoy the Arched Gateway of the Fort Mandawa, the Bindisar Newatia Haveli, Chokhani Haveli, Gulab Rai Ladia Haveli and the Saraf Haveli. Come back to the hotel for an overnight stay.

Day 03: Mandawa - Bikaner
The next stop on the itinerary is Bikaner that is 200 kms away. Check in a hotel and relax a while. Post lunch, visit the Junagarh Fort, Karni Mata Temple, the Rat Temple, Shiv Bari Temple, Deshnoke Temple, Lallgarh Palace. Afterwards, visit the camel breeding farm, join a camel caravan as you enjoy an adventurous camel safari in the villages of Bikaner. Return to the hotel for overnight stay.

Day 04: Bikaner - Jaisalmer
Post breakfast, check out from the hotel and drive to Jaisalmer that is 335 kms away. Upon arrival, check into a hotel and relax a while. Post lunch, visit the Jaisalmer Fort, carved sandstone havelis such as the Salim Singh ki Haveli and Patwon ki Haveli, Gandhi Sagar Tank and the Barabagh Hill. Overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 05: Jaisalmer - Khuri
On the fifth day of the Rajasthan and Central India Tour, visit the breathtaking Khuri sand dune situated at a mere distance of 45 kms. Ride a camel to explore this unique desert land, and enjoy the experience of camping on the sand dunes and being lulled to sleep by the haunting ballads sung by local bards. Day 06. Khuri
Continue on your camel safari and stay overnight at the desert camp.

Day 07: Khuri - Jodhpur
Day Seven will bring you to Jodhpur that is situated at a distance of 290 kms. Upon arrival, check into a hotel and refresh yourself. Later visit Jodhpur's famous tourist attractions such as the Mehrangarh Fort, Jaswant Thada Memorial, Umaid Bhawan and Sadar Museum. Return to the hotel for overnight.

Day 08: Jodhpur - Ranakpur
Spend the rest of the day at leisure, browsing through the markets of Jodhpur. After lunch, check out from the hotel and drive to Ranakpur to explore the fascinating Jain temples and other tourist attractions of the area before checking at a hotel for an overnight stay.

Day 09: Ranakpur - Udaipur
Early morning, drive to Udaipur and check into a hotel. Relax in the confines of your luxurious room embark on a shopping sojourn through the markets of Udaipur. Overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 10: Udaipur
Embark on a city tour of Udaipur with visits to City Palace, Saheliyon ki Bari (the Garden of the Maidens), Lake Palace, Jagniwas Island, Fateh Sagar Lake and the Jagdish Temple. Dinner at the hotel will be accompanied by an Indian classical dance performance. Overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 11: Udaipur - Chittorgarh
Reach Chittorgarh on the eleventh day of the Rajasthan and Central India Tour. Upon arrival, check in a hotel and rest a while. Afterwards, explore the Chittorgarh Palace and Fort at leisure. Overnight stay at the hotel

Day12: Chittorgarh - Bundi
Arrive at Bundi, late in the morning and check in at a hotel. Post lunch, visit the local tourist attractions such as the Taragarh Fort, Bundi Palace, Chhattar Mahal and the Ratan Daulat. Return to the hotel for overnight stay.

Day 13: Bundi - Pushkar
Early morning, check out from the hotel and head towards the holy city of Pushkar. Explore the holy city of Pushkar and visit the only Brahma temple in India, the Savitri temple Mahadev Temple, Varah Temple, Ramavaikunth Temple, Rangji Temple and the Apteshwar Temple. Later, take a dip in the holy waters of Lake Pushkar. Check into a hotel for overnight stay.

Day 14: Pushkar - Jaipur
Enjoy the scenic drive form Pushkar to Jaipur on fourteenth day of the Rajasthan and Central India Tour. Upon arrival, check in to a hotel. Rest of the time is for leisure. You can go for shopping in the vibrant markets of Jaipur. Overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 15: Jaipur
St out on an exciting sightseeing tour, especially the forts and palaces of Jaipur with visits to Amber Fort, Jaigarh Fort, Nahargarh Fort and City Palace as well as Hawa Mahal and Janter Manter. Overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 16: Jaipur - Ranthambore
Day Sixteen will bring you to Sawai Madhopur, where you can check into a forest lodge, on the outskirts of the Ranthambore National Park. Post lunch, enjoy an exhilarating jungle safari inside the wildlife sanctuary and have fun spotting wild animals and exotic birds. Overnight stay at the lodge.

Day 17: Ranthambore
Spend the whole inside the park enjoying wildlife safaris on jeep and elephants. Try your luck at spotting the elusive Indian tigers. Also visit the Ranthambore Fort situated inside the tiger reserve. Indulge in bird watching too. Overnight stay at the lodge.

Day 18: Ranthambore - Agra
The eighteenth day of the Rajasthan and Central India Tour will see you heading for the historic city of Agra by road. Check-in to a hotel on arrival at Agra and have a relaxing lunch. In the evening, embark on a sightseeing tour of Agra whereby you will get to see the best of Mughal architecture such as the Taj Mahal, Agra Fort and Itmad-Ud-Daulah's Tomb. Overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 19: Agra - Orchaa
After breakfast, check out from the hotel and drive towards Orchha that is situated in the state of Madhya Pradesh, the heart of Central India. Reach Orchaa late in the afternoon and check into the hotel where you stay overnight.

Day 09: Orchha
Post breakfast, embark on a detailed tour of Orchha with visits to the Jehangir Mahal, Raj Mahal, Chaturbhuj Temple and Phool Bagh. Overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 21: Orchha - Khajuraho
Bid adieu to Orchha as you drive towards Khajuraho. Upon arrival I Orchha, check into a hotel. Spend the rest of the day at leisure. Overnight stay at the hotel

Day 22: Khajuraho
After breakfast, visit the world famous Khajuraho Temples that are known all over the world for their erotic sculptures presenting a beautiful picture of eternal, spiritual and physical love. Overnight stay at hotel in Khajuraho.

Day 23: Khajuraho -- Varanasi
The itinerary for Day 23 of the Rajasthan and Central India Tour will take you to Varanasi. After arrival and check in at the hotel in Varanasi, spend the rest of the day at leisure. Late afternoon, visit the famous temples of Varanasi such as Vishwanath temple, Annapurna temple, Bharat Mata temple, Durga temple and the Tulsi Manas temple. Stay overnight at the hotel.

Day 24: Varanasi - Delhi
On the penultimate day of the Rajasthan and Central India Tour, visit the numerous sacred ghats of Varanasi such as the Asi, Dashashwamedha, Adi Keshava, Panchganga and Manikarnika Ghats. Later, enjoy a boat-ride on the pristine clear waters of Ganges. Explore the colorful market at leisure. In the evening, board a flight for Delhi. Upon arrival check into a hotel for overnight stay.

Day 25: Delhi
In the morning, check out from the hotel after which a Rajasthan Travel Agent tour representative will arrange for you to be driven to the Delhi airport for your onwards flight.