Day 1: Arrive Delhi (Details awaited)
Welcome to the beautiful Indian subcontinent! This is a country known for its amazing hospitality and a splendid culture steeped. This is a land where music and dancer the way of life. A representative of Shikhar Travels will pick you up at the airport in the traditional way and take you to your hotel for a comfortable night's sleep at the hotel. Overnight hotel in Delhi
Day 2: Delhi – Agra (240 Km, 4.30-hour drive)
In the morning after breakfast, at 0800 hrs. you will be driving to Agra. Upon your arrival, you will be visiting the Agra Fort (Near the Taj Mahal Garden, which is an important 16th-century Mughal monument known as Agra's Red Fort). Oftentimes, the Agra Fort is overshadowed by Taj’s pristine beauty, but for those looking for something other than romance; the Agra Fort is well worth a visit.
Afterward, you will visit the Taj Mahal at the sunset, which happens to be the jewel of Islamic art in India and one of the most admired masterpieces in the world’s heritage. Well-defined as "A Tear on the Face of Eternity, “this splendid white mausoleum was built by Emperor Shah Jahan in the loving memory of his favourite wife, Arjumand Banu Begum, aka Mumtaz Mahal ("Chosen of the Palace"). Overnight hotel in Agra.
Day 3: Agra – Jaipur (240 Km, 4.30-hour drive)
Today morning after breakfast, you will be driven to Jaipur enroute visiting Fatehpur Sikri. It is 40 kilometres west of Agra, and it is a city built mainly of red sandstone, and built by the great Mughal Emperor, Akbar (between 1570 and 1585). One of the finest examples of the pinnacle of Hinduism and Islam, this Fatehpur Sikri Mosque is said to be a replica of the Mecca Mosque and has a design, which is rooted in the Persian and the Indian architecture. Arrive in Jaipur and stay up at your hotel for a soothing night remembering the day’s activities. Overnight hotel in Jaipur
Day 4: Jaipur
After breakfast at 0800 hrs. your tour starts with the classic Amber Fort (or Amer Fort). This splendid fort has been built in a beautiful location. This happens to be an interior paradise where the beautiful fusion of Mughal and Hindu styles finds their ultimate sophistication. Though we do not recommend, still if you wish you can ride an elephant while climbing to the top of a hill or fort.
At noon, you will be visiting the City Palace (the main palace is a majestic amalgamation of the traditional Rajasthani and Mughal architecture) and the Jantar Mantar (The Observatory). On your way back to the hotel, you can halt and click pictures at the Hawa Mahal (the Wind Palace). The evening is for your leisure. Overnight hotel in Jaipur
Day 5: Jaipur –Mandawa (170 Km, 3.30-hour drive)
In the morning after breakfast, at 0800 hrs. you will be driven to Mandawa (known as Rajasthan's open art gallery).
Mandawa is the Shekhawati’ semi-desert region, located in a triangle between Delhi, Jaipur, and Bikaner, and it is famous for its lots of Painted Havelis, Mansions or Villas.
In the afternoon visit many wonderful places including caves, stepwells, beautiful painted Havelis and old streets. Rest overnight at the hotel and have a comfortable sleep. Overnight hotel in Mandawa
Day 6: Mandawa– Bikaner (190 Km, 4-hour drive)
Today morning after breakfast at 0800 hrs. drive to Bikaner. Here, you will be visiting the Junagarh Fort, which is an impenetrable fortress that has never been conquered. Built-in the 1593 AD by Raja Rai Singh, who was one of the most outstanding generals in Emperor Akbar's army, the Fort is a formidable structure surrounded by a moat. Then, visit the Bhandasar Jain Temple (which is a two-storey Bhandasar Jain Temple and is one of the most enthralling tourist attractions in Bikaner). Spend your evening as you like. Overnight hotel in Bikaner
Day 7: Bikaner – Jaisalmer (330 Km, 6-hour drive)
Today morning after breakfast at 0800 hrs. drive Jaisalmer via Pokhran the atomic test site. Rest of the day you are free to relax or to do your own activities. Overnight hotel in Jaisalmer
Day 8: Jaisalmer
In the morning after breakfast at 0900 hrs. you will be taken for city tour of Jaisalmer visiting Jaisalmer including Sonar Kila, the golden fortress rising from a topaz rock. Jaisalmer's entire living quarters were in the huge halls of the citadel. Visit the 12th-century fort built by Prince Jaisal, and the palace located at the highest point (at around a hundred meters) on the hilltop market. At noontime, you can enjoy several activities in the festival area. Highlights of the festival are puppetry, acrobatics, camel tattoo demonstration, camel racing, camel polo, traditional procession, camel marching band, folk dances, and much more.
The proud moustached villagers in their finest national costumes ride on their picturesque, caparisoned camels to take part in camel dances and camel acrobatics competitions. Tug of war races and Panihari Matka race some of the events happening here, where the visitors to the fair can participate and enjoy the adventure and taste the tradition. The turban tie contest is a contest of length and laughter. Mr. Desert contests, which emphasize moustache length, style, and rustic physique in traditional dresses, attract many visitors. Overnight hotel in Jaisalmer
Day 9: Jaisalmer – Jodhpur (280 Km, 4.3-hour drive)
Today morning after breakfast at 0800 hrs. drive to Jodhpur.
Later we take you on a guided city tour that includes Mehrangarh Fort, one of the biggest forts in the country. Within the fortress, there are beautiful palaces and an exhibition of royal weapons and artifacts. Also visit the Jaswant Thada, a majestic marble cenotaph, which had been built in the fond memory of Maharaja Jaswant Singh II (in the year 1899). Overnight hotel in Jodhpur
Day 10: Jodhpur Departure (Details awaited)
In time, travel to the airport to board a flight to your destination.
