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Royal Rajasthan on Wheels
Royal Rajasthan on Wheels
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Duration
07 Nights / 08 Days |
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| Destinations Covered:
New Delhi - Jaipur - Sawai Madhopur - Jaisalmer -
Jodhpur - Udaipur - Chittaurgarh - Bharatpur - Agra -
New Delhi. |
Day 01 : Sunday - New Delhi
The journey of a lifetime begins at the Delhi Safdarjung Railway
station where the guests are accorded a warm, traditional welcome
before the Royal Rajasthan on Wheels pulls out into the night
for a week-long luxury cruise through fascinating Rajasthan.
Reporting Time 16.00 hrs. Dep. 18.30 hrs
Day 02 : Monday - Jaipur
The first stop of the Royal Rajasthan on Wheels is Jaipur,
one of the most well planned cities of the world of its time.
This capital city of Rajasthan, popularly known as the Pink
City,was founded by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II, in 1727 A.D.
To explore the city, an air-conditioned coach takes you to Hawa
Mahal or the Palace of Winds, which is a remarkable five storied
building a one the main street of the old city in pink splendor
with semi-octagonal and delicate honey combed sandstone windows.
This is followed by a visit to Amber Fort where elephant ride
is available to climb up the hill. Lunch at a Five Star Hotel
followed by visit to City Palace Museum and Observatory.
Arrival 03.00 hrs Departure 19.30 hrs
Day 03 : Tuesday - Jaisalmer
In the heart of the Thar desert lies Jaisalmer, founded
by Rawal Jaisal,in 1156 A.D. Here the yellow sandstone fort
is an imposing sight,towering magnificently over the city. Discover
the painstakingly latticed havelis or mansions with their grand
facades. The Nathmalji-ki-haveli, Patwon-ki-haveli and Salim
Singh-ki-haveli are fine examples of the stone carver's skill.Shop
for fine pattu shawls ,mirror work and embroidered articles
, wooden boxes , trinkets , silver jewellery and curios.
After lunch on board, go for an exciting camel ride on the sand
dunes of Sam, before sipping a refreshing cup of tea. Enjoy
the dinner and the cultural porgramme at a Five Star hotel.
Arrival 09.00 hrs Departure 23.45 hrs
Day 04 : Wednesday - Jodhpur
Next morning the Royal Rajasthan on Wheels is in Jodhpur,
a city ringed by a high stone wall with seven gates and several
bastions. This second largest city of Rajasthan, founded by
Rao Jodha in 1459 A.D. is known for its rock-solid Mehrangarh
Fort. The grand palaces within -Moti Mahal, Sheesh Mahal, Phool
Mahal, Sileh Khana and Daulat Khana are impressive examples
of architectural excellence. Near the fort complex lies Jaswant
Thada, and a group of royal cenotaphs made of white marble.
After lunch at a Palace hotel, return to the Royal Rajasthan
on Wheels. While in Jodhpur shop for exquisite handicraft articles
including the famous breeches, embroidered shoes, metal curios,
silverware, paintings and tie and dye fabrics.
Arrival 07.00 hrs Departure 15.30 hrs
Day 05 : Thursday - Sawai Modhopur
One can almost sense a life of the wilderness, as the Royal
Rajasthan on Wheels arrives in Sawai Madhopur, a city named
after its founder Maharaja Sawai Madho Singh I. After breakfast
a visit is arranged to the Ranthambhor National Park, wherein
are located the ruins of a 10th century fort. This wildlife
sanctuary is considered to be the country's best for observing
and photographing the activities of the tiger. The park, covering
an area of 392 sq. kms. is home to more than 300 species of
birds. The tiger, hyena, rate, jackal and fox are among those
constituting the carnivorous population here. Sawai Madhopur
is known for its excusive toys, ethnic ornaments and costumes.
Upon return to the Royal Rajasthan on Wheels, you leave for
Chittaurgarh, when one gets an opportunity to watch the colourful
countryside passing by in the daylight.
Arrival 04.00 hrs Departure 10.30 hrs
Day 05 : Thursday - Chittaurgarh
After lunch on board you are in Chittaurgarh. Images of
love and velour; scars of battles lost and won...thrice-besieged,
Chittaurgarh Fort is all this and more. Moving legends of honor
and pride will echo in your mind as you proceed to Udaipur.
Arrival 16.00 hrs Departure 05.30 hrs (next day)
Day 06 : Friday - Udaipur
Udaipur, the Lake City, was founded by Maharana Udai Singh of
Mewar, after the Sisodia dynasty was driven way by the Mughals,
in 1559A.D. Perhaps the two most beautiful sites of Udaipur
are the dream-like marble palaces- the Jag Niwas (Lake Palace)
and the Jag Mandir, which appear to rise from the blue waters
of Lake Pichhola. After lunch at a Five Star Hotel, a visit
to the City Palace.
Arrival 07:30 hrs Departure 17.30 hrs
Day 07 : Saturday - Bharatpur / Agra
Bharatpur
In the morning, the Royal Rajasthan on Wheels arrives in Bharatpur,
the capital of Maharaja Suraj Mal . After breakfast pay a visit
to the world famous bird sanctuary, Keoladeo Ghana National
Park, the nesting place for thousands of Egrets, Siberian Cranes,
migratory Water Fowl and other species of birds.
Agra
Upon arrival visit the Agra Fort and after lunch arrive at the
Taj Mahal, one of the seven wonders of the world. A pristine
monument of undying love. It was built by Emperor Shah Jahan
in memory of his beloved queen Mumtaz Mahal. Agra is known for
its splendid marble inlay work like the Pietra Dura work on
the Taj, leather goods and jewellery.
Arrival 06.30 hrs
Bharatpur to Agra
Departure 9.00 hrs Arrival 12.00 hrs Departure
21.00 hrs
Day 08 : Sunday - Delhi
Arrive at Delhi Safdarjung Railway station. Breakfast on board
and let the pleasant memories of the past week linger on your
mind for a long, long time.
Arrival 04.00 hrs
Tour & Service End.
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