Unveiling the treasures of India: A solo journey through Royal Rajasthan
Indo Asia Tours | 11. October 2024
Embrace the freedom of solo travel with our curated experiences across enchanting destinations. Dive into rich cultures and vibrant traditions as you explore diverse landscapes. Forge your own path through bustling markets and serene spots, creating connections that resonate for a lifetime. This program strikes a perfect balance between adventure and culture. Join us on a journey where every destination becomes your unique story, allowing you to craft unforgettable memories!
Embark on a vibrant 15-day journey through Rajasthan, the enchanting "Land of Kings," rich with tales of medieval Rajput valor. Explore stunning architectural wonders, experience lifestyle in an Indian village or on a rustic train ride, discover one of India's oldest step wells, engage with a not-for-profit non-governmental organisation (NGO) on impactful societal initiatives, and embrace the spirituality of India. It will be an interesting trip, where the participants will get a firsthand experience of the Indian culture and heritage.
Day 01: Arrive at Delhi
Arrive in Delhi. On arrival, you will be greeted and assisted by our representative and transferred to the hotel. Rooms will be available from 1400 Hrs.
Delhi has been the seat of power for several rulers and many empires for about a millennium. Many times, the city was built, destroyed, and then rebuilt here. Interestingly, several Delhi's rulers played a dual role, first as destroyers and then as creators.
Dinner & Overnight at the hotel.
Day 02: Delhi
After breakfast enjoy visit of Delhi including Red Fort (From Outside) and Jama Masjid, one of the largest mosques in India, with a courtyard capable of holding 25,000 devotees.
It will be followed by a Rickshaw ride through the narrow streets of Old Delhi.
Drive past the Govt. Buildings and the India Gate (42m high), built to commemorate the 70,000 Indian soldiers who died in the 1st world war.
Afternoon is reserved for a cooking demonstration followed by lunch with a Local Indian Family. Post lunch visit Humayun’s Tomb, which is considered the forerunner of the famous Taj Mahal and a UNESCO world heritage site.
Dinner & Overnight at the hotel.
Day 03: Delhi / Agra
After breakfast drive to Agra. On arrival in Agra, transfer to hotel.
In the afternoon visit the epitome of love, Taj Mahal (1631-1653), a poem in white marble, built by Shah Jahan in memory of his wife Mumtaz Mahal (It remains closed on Fridays). Afterwards visit Agra Fort, considered one of the largest fortifications in the world and a UNESCO world heritage site.
Dinner & Overnight at the hotel.
Day 04: Agra / Abhaneri / Jaipur
After breakfast, drive to Jaipur. On the way visit Step well in Abhaneri, that was created for rainwater harvesting in the 9th century. It is an architectural marvel featuring 3,500 steps descending into a stunning and intricately carved well.
Continue your journey to Jaipur popularly known as the Pink City, thanks to the colour of its buildings. It was built in 1727 A.D by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II, followed a grid system, which made it the only planned city of its time.
Dinner & Overnight at the hotel.
Day 05: Jaipur
After breakfast, an excursion trip takes you to Amber Fort. En route, make a photo stop at the palace of winds, the Hawa Mahal.
In the afternoon, visit City Palace and Jantar Mantar.
Dinner & Overnight at the hotel.
Day 06: Jaipur / Deogarh
After breakfast, drive to Deogarh. The main attraction here is Deogarh Mahal, originally built in the 17th century and now converted into a beautiful heritage hotel. It will be your abode for the next couple of nights.
Dinner & Overnight at the hotel.
Day 07: Deogarh
After breakfast, a rustic experience awaits you as you proceed to a local railway station for the rural train ride on the local meter gauge train.
Return to hotel.
After some rest enjoy an exploratory walk through the local village.
Dinner & Overnight at the hotel.
Day 08: Deogarh / Udaipur
Early morning is reserved for a nature walk from Deogarh Mahal till Fort Seengh Sagar. This two-hour walk will take you through the countryside, followed by breakfast at Fort Seengh Sagar, a luxurious heritage retreat, sitting in the middle of a lake (monsoon dependent).
After some rest, drive to UDAIPUR, also known as the Venice of the East. On arrival in Udaipur, transfer to hotel.
Dinner & Overnight at the hotel.
Day 09: Udaipur
After breakfast enjoy visit of Udaipur including City Palace and Sahelion ki bari, the 'garden of the maidens' that recalls the lifestyle of the ladies of the court.
Afternoon is reserved for a visit to Apna Jatan, a local NGO which strives to empower the youth by giving them a platform where they can freely express their concerns.
A boat trip on Lake Pichola, past the islands of Jag Niwas and Jag Mandir, ends this eventful day.
Dinner & Overnight at the hotel.
Day 10: Udaipur / Ranakpur / Jodhpur
After breakfast, drive to Jodhpur. On the way visit Ranakpur. It is one of the five main holy places of the Jain sect and known for its intricately carved Jain temples.
Continue drive to JODHPUR - The 'Blue City', once the magnificent capital of the Marwar princes and the gateway to the merciless Thar Desert.
Dinner & Overnight at the hotel.
Day 11: Jodhpur
After breakfast enjoy visit of Mehrangarh Fort that towers majestically on a 125-meter-high hill above the city.
Also visit Jaswant Thada, the gleaming mausoleum made of white marble that rises on a black basalt rock, in honor of Maharaja Jaswant Singh.
Afternoon is reserved for a guided walking tour through the hustle and bustle of the city.
Dinner & Overnight at the hotel.
Day 12: Jodhpur / Pushkar
After breakfast, drive to PUSHKAR - The small and beautiful town of Pushkar is surrounded by hills on three sides and sand dunes on the other. Pushkar has as many as 400 temples and 52 Ghats (a broad flight of steps leading down to a river) and the only temple in the country that is dedicated to Lord Brahma is to be found here.
On arrival in Pushkar, transfer to the hotel
Visit Lord Brahma Temple - This is the only existing temple dedicated to lord Brahma and was constructed in the 14th century, standing on a high plinth with marble steps leading up to it.
Evening is free to explore the city on your own or walk along the banks of Pushkar Lake.
Dinner & Overnight at the tent.
Day 13: Pushkar / Dhulagarh
After breakfast drive to Dhulagarh. It is small village surrounded by hills on three sides and offers an authentic experience of staying at an Indian village.
Evening enjoy Juggad ride, popularly known among the locals as The Village Mercedes. It is the most popular means of transport used for the transportation of villagers, fodders, cattle, and goods.
Dinner & overnight at hotel.
Day 14: Dhulagarh / Delhi
Early morning enjoy a Yoga session with a local Yoga Teacher.
After leisurely breakfast enjoy an exploratory walk through the local village and experience the local lifestyle.
Later drive to Delhi.
Dinner & Overnight at the hotel.
Day 15: Delhi Departure
In time transfer to the International Airport to connect flight for onwards journey.
Room will be available till 1200 hrs."
Inclusions
- Staying in Single Room
- Daily breakfast & dinner
- All transfers and sightseeing using airconditioned vehicle.
- Services of English/Language speaking local guides for the sightseeing.
- Rickshaw Ride in Delhi
- Cooking demonstration followed by lunch in Delhi.
- Jeep ride at Amber Fort in Jaipur
- Village and nature walks as mentioned in the program.
- Train ride in Deogarh
- Public Boat ride in Udaipur
- Juggad ride and yoga session in Dhulagarh.
- Monument entrance fee as per the program.
- Currently applicable taxes
Exclusions
- Any airfares / airport taxes.
- Any meals not mentioned in the program
- Any expenditure of personal nature such as drinks, tips, laundry, telephone charges etc.
- Any new tax imposed by the Government
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