Nagaur Festival

Day 01 Arrive Delhi

Upon arrival, after traditional 'Swagat' (Welcome) Caper's representative would assist you at airport & transfer to hotel for check in. Delhi is a bustling metropolis, which successfully combines in its folds the ancient with modern. Its strategic location was the prime reasons why successive dynasties chose it as their seat of power. In fact, more mythological cities are believed to be here, like the city of Indraprastha from the Hindu epic Mahabharata, founded around 5000 BC. Numerous monuments were built over several centuries by different rulers like Qutub-ud-din Aibek, Alauddin Khilji, Tughlaks, Humayun & Shah Jahan, who built the Walled City Shah Jahanabad.Later in first half of 20th century much of New Delhi was planned by Sir Edwin Lutyens, who laid out a grandiose central administrative area as a testament to British rule in India. The division in walled city & New Delhi also marks the division in life styles.
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Day 02 Delhi

Full Day Tour

This tour takes you to the Old Delhi, the 17th century walled city of Shah Jahanabad. You will visit the great Jama Masjid, the principal mosque of Old Delhi. Built in the year 1656 AD by the Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan, it is the largest & best known mosque in India. Thereafter, you will walk down or take a rickshaw ride through Chandi Chowk, the old marketplace of Shah Jahanabad, now a picturesque bazaar, to reach Red Fort, built in the year 1648 by Shah Jehan.

In New Delhi, we visit Raj Ghat, memorial to the Father of the Nation, Mahatma Gandhi. It is a simple black marble platform that marks the spot of his cremation on 31 January 1948. Further, we drive past India Gate, memorial built in the year 1931 to commemorate the Indian soldiers who died in the World War I & the Afghan Wars. The names of the soldiers who died in these wars are inscribed on the walls. Next on the itinerary is the President's House, the official residence of the President of India, built in the year 1931. Until 1950 it was known as Viceroy's House & served as the residence of the Governor-General of British India. We will also visit Humayun's Tomb, memorial of Mughal Emperor Humayun built in the year 1562. The complex is a World Heritage Site & the first example of this type of Mughal architecture in India. Qutub Minar, built in the year 1206 by Qutub-ud-din Aibek. It is the tallest (72m) brick minaret in the world, an important example of Indo-Islamic Architecture. Qutub Minar & its monuments are listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Overnight Hotel ? Delhi (B)

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Day 03 Delhi - Mandawa (257 Kms / 5-6 Hrs Approx)

After breakfast , drive to Mandawa. Upon arrival, transfer to the hotel. Mandawa is in the heart of the semi-arid Shekhawati region. Shekhawati owes its name to Rao Shekha who ruled this area in the 14th century. The Fort of Mandawa was built in the year 1755 by Thakur Nawal Singh, the founder of the town. These were the times when Mandawa was settled & fortified by the rich & dominant Silk Route merchants of the region, who constructed many Havelis (Mansions), Chhatris (Cenotaphs), Temples & Baolis (Step-wells) with ornate frescoes adorning their walls & now aptly given the epithet - Open-Air Gallery. With the migration of these merchant families, their old settlements remained in total obscurity with no one to look after them. Mandawa still retains the charm & aura of a bygone era, and coming here is like stepping into a different world.

Overnight Hotel - Mandawa (B)

Day 04 Mandawa -Nagaur (175 kms - 03 hrs)

Half Day Tour

Today we explore the Mandawa Fort, located in the very heart of Mandawa and a classic example of the famed Rajput style of architecture. It houses many beautiful paintings and frescoes that dazzle the eyes and now been converted into a heritage hotel. Gulab Rai Haveli, built in the year 1870, has some of the best murals in Shekhawati on both the exterior and interior walls with elephants and camels on its fa?ade. Goenka Double Haveli was built in the year 1890 with monumental frescoes of elephants and horses decorating its fa?ade. Bansidhar Newatia Haveli, built in the year 1921, combines traditional frescoes of horses and elephants with those depicting a young boy using a phone plus opulent touring cars and the Wright Brothers' plane. If time permits, we may visit more Havelis of the region and observe the colourful village life in Rajasthan. Later, Drive to Nagaur to enjoy Nagaur Festival which is prominent for the trading of cows, bullocks, oxen, camels and horses.

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Day 05 Nagaur

During this four-day festival, you will have lots of fun and frolic owing to its great number of games like Tug-of-war, camel races, cock fights etc.

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Day 06Nagaur / Bikaner (140 kms 4 hrs)

Today drive to the princely state of? Bikaner, founded by Rao Bikaji (1465-1504 AD) in the year 1488 AD. He was a Rajput prince, descendent of the founder of neighbouring Jodhpur. It lies in the north-western part of Rajasthan and has a stark beauty of the desert landscape with wide-spread sand dunes and thorny shrubs growing around. It is a royal city surrounded by a mammoth fortification wall, more than 5 km in circumference and about 5 to 9m high. Fort, Palaces and people with colourful traditional costumes are the chief attractions of the city. The Camel Breeding Farm in Bikaner is one of a kind in the whole Asia and so is the illustrious Camel Festival.

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Day 07 Bikaner - Jaisalmer (325 kms / 6-7 Hrs Drive)

After breakfast, you go for a half day sightseeing of Bikaner. Visit the Junagarh Fort, built in the year 1593 AD by Raja Rai Singh (1571-1612 AD), the 6th ruler of Bikaner. The Fort is a formidable structure which largely remained unconquered during its eventful history. It houses number of beautiful Palaces, Temples and Pavilions, which are richly decorated. The beautifully maintained rooms of Anup Mahal now display the treasures of the Royal family. The Fort Museum has an extensive collection of illuminated manuscripts, jewellery, jars, carpets, weapons, treaties, decorations and Farmans (King’s Orders). Later, drive to Jaisalmer. On arrival, transfer to the hotel. Jaisalmer, founded in the year 1156 by Bhatti Rajput ruler Rawal Jaisal. Often described as Golden City and rising from the heart of the Thar Desert like a golden mirage, the commanding Fort, etched in yellow sandstone, dominates the amber-hued city with its entire awesome splendour. Because of its strategic location, it was an important ancient trading centre and camel caravans laden with precious spices & silk crossed the territory en-route India, Sindh, Arabia & Europe. The merchants of the 19th?century built Havelis (Mansions) that are exquisitely carved from golden-yellow sandstone & are still in a beautiful condition. The life within the Fortified town conjures up images of medieval majesty visible in its narrow lanes strewn with magnificent palace, havelis, temples, and of course skilled artisans and ubiquitous camels. Evening at leisure.

Overnight at Hotel ? Jaisalmer (B).

Day 08 Jaisalmer

After breakfast , proceed for sightseeing of Jaisalmer to visit Jaisalmer Fort built in the year 1156 by Rawal Jaisal. Perched on 80m high hill, housing the entire township within its ramparts, the golden hued Fort is standing like a sentinel in the bleak desert landscape. It is the only “Living Fort” in India, and within its ramparts has an enchanting cow-web of narrow lanes dotted with some lovely Havelis (Mansions), Palaces and beautifully sculptured Jain Temples of the 12th?-15th?century AD and of course skilled artisans and ubiquitous camels. We also visit magnificent Patwon Ki Haveli in the heart of the town. It was built by the rich merchant Guman Chand Patwa and his sons, whose business stretched between Afghanistan and China. It is the most elaborate and magnificent of all the Jaisalmer Havelis & is virtually the showpiece of Jaisalmer's legendary architectural wealth. The carving on stone far surpasses in beauty the work on brocade & gold. Later, we drive down 40 km away from Jaisalmer to Sam to take the Desert safari on the Sand Dunes of Sam while the sun is setting down.

Overnight at Hotel ? Jaisalmer (B)

Day 09 Jaisalmer - Jodhpur (290 kms / 6-7 Hrs Drive)

After breakfast, drive to jodhpur. Upon arrival, transfer to the hotel. Jodhpur, bustling desert city is the second largest city in Rajasthan and has landscape dominated by the massive Mehrangarh Fort topping a sheer rocky ridge. Rao Jodha, a chief of the Rathore clan, founded the city in the year 1459. It was formerly the seat of a Princely state, also known as Marwar.Evening at leisure.

Overnight Hotel ? Jodhpur (B)

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Day 10 Jodhpur

After breakfast proceed for a guided tour of Jodhpur. Visit the Mehrangarh Fort (Majestic Fort), one of the most impressive and formidable structures anywhere in India. Built by Rao Jodha, this 5km long Fort is on a 125m high hill and has some magnificent palaces with marvellously carved panels latticed window. The Fort Museum houses an exquisite collection of palanquins, howdahs (Elephant saddles), royal cradles, miniatures paintings, musical instruments, costumes and furniture. We also visit Jaswant Thada, a cluster of royal cenotaphs in white marble built in the year 1899 AD in memory of Maharaja Jaswant Singh II. Within the main cenotaph are the portraits of various Jodhpur rulers. It is an architectural landmark of Jodhpur.

Overnight Hotel ? Jodhpur (B)

Day 11 Jodhpur ? Udaipur (260 kms. - Approx 5.5 hrs.)

After breakfast, After tour,we will drive to Udaipur, enroute visiting Ranakpur, located in the mountain ranges of Pali. We visit the famous Jain Temples were built during the reign of the liberal & gifted monarch Rana Kumbha in the 15th century. An enormous basement covers 48,000 sq. feet area. There are four subsidiary shrines, 24 pillared halls & eligibly domes supported by over four hundred columns. The artistically carved nymphs playing the flute in various dance postures at a height of 45 feet are an engrossing sight. In the assembly hall, there are two big bells weighing 108 kg whose sound echoes in the entire complex Resuming drive, arrive Udaipur. On arrival, check-in hotel.

Udaipur, founded in the year 1568 by Maharana Udai Singh after his final unsuccessful attempt to defend the Mewar capital, Chittorgarh from the invading Mughals under Emperor Akbar. The Kingdom of Mewar was considered the most respectable among all Princely states in Rajasthan & still remembered for the courage to protect the Kingdom. The site for Udaipur was chosen for its natural beauty, abundant water & natural protection afforded by the surrounding forests & Aravali mountains. It is set on the edge of three lakes & also known as the "City of Lakes & Palaces". Undoubtedly one of the most romantic cities in India, its beautiful Palaces are mirrored in the calm waters of Lake Pichola & the city is a brilliant kaleidoscope of narrow lanes flanked by bright stalls, gardens, lakes, palaces & temples.

Overnight Hotel ? Udaipur (B)

Day 12 Udaipur

Full Day Tour

Today we visit the City Palace, an intriguing collection of buildings contributed by various Maharanas (Kings) after Udai Singh & built in the year 1725. The magnificence of the Palace starts right from its entrance at the northern Tripolia Gate that brings us to the central courtyard, the best place to view the facade of filigreed balconies & ornate cupola-topped towers. Sahelion ki Bari (Garden of Maids of Honour) is an ornamental garden built by Maharana Sangram Singh for his daughter & the Ladies of the Queen's court. He built the garden with several fountains, pools & is decorated with chiselled pavilions & elephants. The fountains worked on the unique hydraulic technique devised in the year 1700 AD & work till today. Later we visit Jagdish Temple, the Indo-Aryan temple, built in the year 1651 AD by Maharana Jagat Singh, is the largest & the most beautiful temple of Udaipur with noteworthy sculpted images. We also enjoy? boat ride on Lake Pichola, the beauty of the lake is enhanced by the surrounding hills, palaces, temples, bathing ghats & embankments. The Jag Niwas (Lake Palace) & Jag Mandir, the two island palaces on the lake look like pearls in the lake.

Overnight Hotel ? Udaipur (B)

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Day 13 Udaipur- Jaipur (405 km - 8 hr)

Today we drive to Jaipur, popularly known as Pink City, the flamboyant & colorful capital of Rajasthan. With its rich & colorful past, resplendent with tales of valour & bravery, it is now one of the most important heritage cities in India. The city was founded in the year 1728 by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II, the ruler of Amber. It remains the only city in the world symbolizing the nine divisions of the universe, through nine rectangular sectors.

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Day 14 Jaipur

Morning, we take an excursion to Amber Fort, the palace complex which stands to this date was commenced under the reign of Raja Man Singh. We take an Jeep ride to reach the Fort situated on the hill, an overwhelming experience.Afternoon, we will visit the City Palace, a perfect blend of Rajasthani & Mughal architecture. The center of the palace is a seven-storied building called Chandra Palace, with fine views over the gardens & the city. Further we visit Jantar Mantar (Solar Observatory), an astronomical treasure house, with solar devices that give accurate predictions till date. We also visit Hawa Mahal (Palace of Winds), a five-storied structure of pink sandstone. It was built in the year 1799 so that veiled royal women could peer down the busy street market unseen by the world through its 593 stone Jharokas (mini windows).Evening at leisure to explore the Pink City. Followed by excursion to Chokhi Dhani complex, ethnic village resort located at a distance of 15 km from Jaipur. Rajasthani village atmosphere is recreated on the sprawling ground & includes the entertainment by folk dancers & musicians. Later drive back to hotel.

Overnight Hotel ? Jaipur (B)

Day 15 Jaipur -Agra (232 kms 5 hrs 30 min approx)

Leave Jaipur to proceed towards the Mughal splendour of Agra. Enroute, you will visit Fathepur Sikri the ghost city 35 kms from Agra.

Overnight Hotel ? Agra (B)

Day 16 Agra - Delhi (201 kms 4 hrs. approx)

Half Day Tour

Today we visit Taj Mahal during Sunrise best time to visit, (closed on fridays) symbol of eternal love, which stands on the banks of River Yamuna. It was built by the 5th Mughal emperor, Shah Jehan in the year 1631 in memory of his wife, Mumtaz Mahal. It was completed in 22 years. Further we visit Agra Fort, taken over from the Lodhis by the Mughal Emperor Akbar in the late 16th century. The Fort can be more accurately described as a walled palatial city. It was built from red sandstone, often inlaid with white marble & intricate decorations. later we drive to Delhi, arrive Delhi,Check in the hotel.

Overnight Hotel ? Delhi

Day 17 Delhi Departure

Today We will drop you at Delhi International Airport to board flight for onward Journey with memorable experience of India Trip