Rajasthan Varanasi Khajuraho

Package Name: Rajasthan Varanasi Khajurao

Duration: 18 Nights – 19 Days

Location: Delhi – Mandawa – Bikaner – Jaisalmer – Jodhpur – Ranakpur – Deogarh – Nathdwara – Devigarh – Chittorgarh – Kota – Jaipur – Abhaneri – Fatehpur Sikri – Bharatpur – Agra – Jhansi – Khajuraho – Varanasi

Day 01: Arrive Delhi
Arrive at Delhi. Meet and assistance at Airport. Transfer to Hotel. Check in at Hotel. Afternoon sightseeing of Delhi visit Raj Ghat, memorial to the Father of the Nation, Mahatma Gandhi. India Gate, Qutub Minar, President’s House, Humayun’s Tomb, The complex is a World Heritage Site & the first example of this type of Mughal architecture in India. Overnight at Delhi.

Day 02: Delhi – Mandawa (257 Km / 5 Hrs Drive By Car)
Breakfast at Hotel. Check Out and Transfer to Mandawa. Arrive at Mandawa. Afternoon sightseeing of Mandawa. Today we explore the Mandawa Fort, located in the very heart of Mandawa & a classic example of the famed Rajput style of architecture. It houses many beautiful paintings & frescoes that dazzle the eyes & now been converted into a heritage hotel. Gulab Rai Haveli built in the year 1870 that has some of the best murals in Shekhawati on both the exterior & interior walls with elephants and camels on its façade. Goenka Double Haveli, built in the year 1890, with monumental frescoes of elephants & horses decorating its façade. Bansidhar Newatia Haveli built in the year 1921 combines traditional frescoes of horses & elephants with those depicting a young boy using a phone plus opulent touring cars & the Wright Brothers’ plane. If time permits we may visit more Havelis of the region & observe the colourful village life in Rajasthan. Overnight at Hotel.

Day 03: Mandawa – Bikaner (189 Km / 5 Hrs Drive)
Breakfast at Hotel. Check out and Transfer to Bikaner. Arrive at Bikaner. Check in at Hotel. Sightseeing of Bikaner. We visit 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 & largely remained unconquered during its eventful history. It houses number of beautiful Palaces, Temples & 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 & Farmans (King’s Orders). Overnight at Bikaner.

Day 04: Bikaner – Jaisalmer (300 Km / 6 Hrs Drive)
Breakfast at hotel. Check out and Transfer to Jaisalmer. Enroute we will see Pokaran. Arrive at Jaisalmer and check in at Hotel. Overnight at Hotel.

Day 05: Jaisalmer
Breakfast at Hotel. Full day sightseeing of Jaisalmer. Today we visit the old town of Jaisalmer & visit Jaisalmer Fort, Palaces & beautifully sculptured Jain Temples of the 12th-15th century AD & of course skilled artisans & 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 & his sons, whose business stretched between Afghanistan & China. Later we drive down 40 km away from Jaisalmer to Sam to take the Camel ride on the Sand Dunes of Sam while the sun is setting down. Afternoon visit to Sam dunes for Sun set and Camel ride. Overnight at hotel.

Day 06: Jaisalmer – Jodhpur
Breakfast in Hotel. Check out and transfer to Jodhpur. Arrive at Jodhpur and overnight at hotel.

Day 07: Jodhpur
Breakfast in Hotel. Morning sightseeing of Jodhpur. Visiting the Mehrangarh Fort (Majestic Fort), one of the most impressive & formidable structures anywhere in India. Built by Rao Jodha, this 5km long Fort is on a 125 m high hill & has some magnificent palaces with marvelously carved panel’s latticed window. The Fort Museum. We also visit Jaswant Thada, a cluster of royal cenotaphs in white marble built in the year 1899. Overnight at hotel.

Day 08: Jodhpur – Ranakpur (135 Km / 3 Hrs Drive)
Breakfast in Hotel. Check out and Transfer to Ranakpur. Sightseeing of ranakpur. Sadri (8km), Famous for some beautiful temples and an old Dargah of Khudabaksh Baba, Desuri (16km). Three jain temples, dedicated to Lord Shiva, Lord hanuman and Navi Mata are among some noteworthy temples at Desuri, an old mosque situated here is also worth a visit Ghanerao a bounds in Jain and Hindu temples of Gajanand with a life-size statue of the goddesses Ridhi and Sidhi the statue is guarded by Hanuman and Bhairav on either on side. Narlai (6km) lying at the bas4 of a jillock on the top of the which is a classical statue of an elephant narlai has many Hindu and jain temples The temple of Adinath is an ancient one. Overnight at Hotel.

Day 09: Ranakpur – Deogarh (100 Km / 2 Hrs Drive)
Breakfast at Hotel. Check out and transfer to Deogarh. Sightseeing of Deogarh. Attractions are Deogarh Fort and Palace and the Anjaneshwar Mahadev temple. The magnificent Deogarh Palace now functions as a heritage hotel. Gokal Vilas is the residence of present Rawat, who is also a well-known art historian. The ruined Anjaneshwar Mahadev temple is supposed to be more than 2,000 years old.

Day 10: Deogarh
Breakfast at hotel. Visit the rural area near to Deogarh with picnic lunch. Overnight at hotel.

Day 11: Deogarh – Nathdwara – Devigarh (115 Km / 3 Hrs Drive)
Breakfast in Hotel. Check out and sightseeing of Nathdwara. Overnight at hotel Devigarh.

Day 12: Devigarh – Chittorgarh – Kota (158 Km / 3 Hrs Drive)
Breakfast in Hotel.Check out and transfer to Kota. Morning sightseeing of Chittorgarh. Arrive at Kota. Overnight at Kota.

Day 13: Kota – Jaipur (245 Km / 5 Hrs Drive)
Check out and transfer to Jaipur. Arrive at Jaipur. Check in at hotel. Relax at hotel. Overnight at hotel.

Day 14: Jaipur
Breakfast at hotel. Sightseeing of Jaipur. Morning visit to Amber Fort – the palace complex which stands to this date was commenced under the reign of Raja Man Singh. We take an Elephant ride to reach the Fort situated on the hill, an overwhelming experience. Return to hotel. Afternoon visit City Palace, a perfect blend of Rajasthani & Mughal architecture. We also visit Hawa Mahal (Palace of Winds), a five-storied structure of pink sandstone. Return to hotel. Overnight at hotel.

Day 15: Jaipur – Abhaneri – Fatehpur Sikri – Bharatpur (176 Km / 3 Hrs Drive)
Breakfast in Hotel. Transfer to Bharatpur. On the way visit Abhaneri, Fatehpur Sikri and Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary. Sightseeing of Bharatpur. One of the smallest national parks in the country at 29 sq.km. Keoladeo National Park packs a punch with its sheer diversity of avian species. It plays host to around 370 species of birds, roughly the number you are likely to encounter in the whole of United Kingdom. And supports 40,000 birds! Though its early claim to fame, the rare Siberian Crane has stopped visiting the park since 2002 and the park often faces water scarcity from time to time, it remains one of the jewels in India’s wildlife crown. This birder’s dream was declared a World Heritage Site in 1985!. Overnight at hotel.

Day 16: Bharatpur – Agra (56 Km)
Breakfast at hotel. Transfer to Agra. Sightseeing of Agra. Taj Mahal built by the Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan is the final resting place of his favourite Queen, Mumtaz. These perfectly symmetrical monuments set amidst landscaped gardens took 22 years (1630-1652) of hard labour and 20,000 workers, Masons and Jewellers to build. Agra Fort The great connoisseur of art, Mughal Emperor Akbar commissioned the construction of the Agra Fort in 1565 A.D. Sikandra The mausoleum of Emperor Akbar represents his philosophy and secular outlook, combining the best of Hindu and Muslim architectures in a superlative region. Fatehpur Sikri is an epic in red sandstone. A city of yesteryears today lost in the mists of time. Fatehpur Sikri was built by the Mughal Emperor Akbar during 1564 A.D. Overnight at hotel.

Day 17: Agra – Jhansi (By Train) – Khajuraho
Morning Breakfast at hotel. Check out and transfer to Agra Railway station. Board the train to Jhansi. Arrive at 11 AM. Transfer to Khajuraho. Arrive and check in at hotel. Afternoon sightseeing of Khajuraho Temple. Overnight at Hotel.

Day 18: Khajuraho – Varanasi By Air
Arrive at Varanasi. Transfer to Varanasi on the way visit Sarnath.Arrive at Hotel and Check in at hotel. Afternoon sightseeing of Varanasi and Evening Boat ride at Varanasi. Overnight at hotel. Being the oldest city of the world and an important Hindu pilgrimage center, Varanasi attracts a large number of people from all over the world. Since Varanasi is mainly associated with Hinduism, temples form the main attraction. The Ganga Ghats (river fronts) are the main center of religious activities and rituals and also form one of the main attractions of Varanasi. The Alamgir Mosque, blend of the Hindu and Mughal styles of the architecture, is another important attraction of Varanasi. Some of the most important temples of Varanasi are Durga temple, Vishwanath temple, Sankat Mochan temple, Tulsi Manas temple and the Bharat Mata temple. The Bharat Mata Temple houses a huge relief map of the whole of Indian subcontinent and Tibetan plateau. Other attractions of Varanasi are the Benaras Hindu University (BHU), the Archaeological Museum, Sarnath, Bharat Kala Bhavan and the Buddhist Stupas and temples at Sarnath.Overnight at hotel.

Day 19: Varanasi
Check out and transfer to Airport.

Delhi officially the National Capital Territory of Delhi or NCT, is a city and a union territory of India. It is bordered by Haryana on three sides and by Uttar Pradesh to the east. Beautiful places of Old and New Delhi are Red Fort, Jama Masjid, Qutub Minar and the Secretarial Buildings.

Mandawa fort located in the very heart of Mandawa & a classic example of the famed Rajput style of architecture , Gulab Rai Haveli built in the year 1870 that has some of the best murals in Shekhawati on both the exterior & interior walls with elephants and camels on its façade. Goenka Double Haveli built in the year 1890, with monumental frescoes of elephants & horses decorating its facade.

Bikaner is a city in the northwest of the state of Rajasthan in northern India. It is located 330 kilometres northwest of the state capital, Jaipur. Bikaner city is the administrative headquarters of Bikaner District and Bikaner division. Formerly the capital of the princely state of Bikaner, the city was founded by Rao Bika in 1486. Junagarh Fort, built in the year 1593 AD by Raja Rai Singh. Anup Mahal now displays the treasures of the Royal family. The Fort Museum has an extensive collection of illuminated manuscripts, jewellery, jars, carpets, weapons, treaties, decorations & Farmans (King’s Orders).

Jaisalmer nicknamed “The Golden city”, is a city in the Indian state of Rajasthan, located 575 kilometres west of the state capital Jaipur. Once known as Jaisalmer state it is a World Heritage Site. The town stands on a ridge of yellowish sandstone, crowned by a fort, which contains the palace and several ornate Jain temples. Many of the houses and temples are finely sculptured. It lies in the heart of the Thar Desert (the Great Indian Desert). It is the administrative headquarters of Jaisalmer District. Camel Safari at Dunes.

Jodhpur is the second largest city in the Indian state of Rajasthan and officially the second metropolitan city of the state. It was formerly the seat of a princely state of the same name. The capital of the kingdom was known as Marwar. Jodhpur is a popular tourist destination, featuring many palaces, forts and temples, set in the stark landscape of the Thar Desert. The city is known as the “Sun City” for the bright and sunny weather it enjoys all the year round. The old city circles the fort and is bounded by a wall with several gates. Jodhpur is also known as the “Blue City” because of the blue colours that decorate many of the houses in the old city area. However, the city has expanded greatly outside the wall over the past several decades.

Ranakpur is a village located in Desuri tehsil near Sadri town in the Pali district of Rajasthan in western India. It is located in a valley on the western side of the Aravalli Range. Ranakpur is one among the most famous places to visit in Pali, Rajasthan.Along with magnificent architecture and numerous pillars, the place is also famous for large population of monkeys that live in and around the place. The ladies of the town donated 90 ounces of gold to the construction of the temple. Ranakpur is widely known for its marble Jain temple, said to be the most spectacular of the Jain temples. There is also a small Sun temple which is managed by the Udaipur royal family trust.

Deogarh also known as Devgarh, is a city and a municipality in Rajsamand District in the Indian state of Rajasthan. Formerly the city was an estate of the Chundawat Rajputs. Attractions are Deogarh Fort and Palace and the Anjaneshwar Mahadev temple. The magnificent Deogarh Palace now functions as a heritage hotel. Gokal Vilas is the residence of present Rawat, who is also a well-known art historian. The ruined Anjaneshwar Mahadev temple is supposed to be more than 2,000 years old.

Jaipur is the capital and the largest city of the Indian state of Rajasthan in Western India. Jaipur is also known as the Pink City of India. Amber fort – the palace complex was commenced under the reign of Raja Man Singh. Elephant ride to reach the Fort situated on the hill, an overwhelming experience. Jaigarh Fort is the most spectacular of the three-hilltop forts overlooking Jaipur city. City Palace, a perfect blend of Rajasthani and Mughal architecture. Jantar Mantar (Solar Observatory), an astronomical treasure house, with solar devices that give accurate predictions till date. Hawa Mahal (Palace of Winds), a five-storied structure of pink sandstone.

Fatehpur Sikri is a town in the Agra District of Uttar Pradesh, India. The city was founded in the year 1569 by the Mughal Emperor Akbar the Great.The deserted, red Sandstone City, Emperor Akbar built that as his capital and palace in the late 16th century is an exhilarating experience.

Bharatpur is an Indian city in eastern Rajasthan. At its center is the 18th-century Lohagarh Fort, surrounded by a moat. Inside the fort is the Government Museum, which displays artifacts of local rajas. Just south, carved statues of Hindu gods fill Ganga Mandir and the sandstone Laxman Mandir temples. South of the city, Keoladeo National Park is a major bird sanctuary with hundreds of species.

Khajuraho is well known all over the world for its temple architecture and exquisite sculptures. Situated in the heart of India in the state of Madhya Pradesh, it lies in the forested plains of the region of Bundelkhand. According to local legend, these temples were built by the first Chandela raja to atone his mother’s sin, whose consummation with the Moon god heralded the start of the Chandela dynasty.

Varanasi also known as Banaras or Kashi is a city on the banks of the Ganges in the Uttar Pradesh state of North India. A major religious hub in India, it is the holiest of the seven sacred cities in Hinduism and Jainism, and played an important role in the development of Buddhism. The deer park in Sarnath is where Gautama Buddha first taught the Dharma, and where the Buddhist Sangha came into existence through the enlightenment of Kondanna. Boat ride on the River Ganges to see the sun rise and the bathing ghats of an ancient Hindu city.