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Forts and Palaces

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Overview

Embark on a captivating 14-day journey through India's most iconic forts and palaces, immersing yourself in the rich history, architectural grandeur, and vibrant cultures of Rajasthan and beyond. This meticulously crafted itinerary offers a blend of guided tours, cultural experiences, and leisure time, ensuring a comprehensive exploration of India's royal heritage.

What’s Included

Accommodation: 13 nights in 4-star hotels with daily breakfast.
Daily Morning Breakfast and Dinner in Hotels.
All airport station transfers / sightseeing tours / intercity drives by Air-conditioned vehicle including all parking / toll taxes / interstate taxes / fuel charges / driver allowance.
Accompanied Eaze Tour Manager as per group Strength.
Guided Tours: English-speaking local guides for city tours as per Itinerary.
Per day 02 Water Bottles to per guest during sightseeing tour.
One time Monument entrance fee during the tour.
Taxes: All applicable taxes and service charges.

What’s Excluded

Any expenses of personal nature such as telephone calls, tips, use of payable items in room mini bar, any kind of alcoholic non-alcoholic beverages (unless specified), Any other meals apart from daily breakfast at hotel.
Any Air Fare, Any visa fees, Cost incurred in case of hospitalization or evacuation.
Tips gratuities given to drivers/ guides, restaurant waiters etc.
Any expenses other than mentioned above inclusions.

Additional Information

Standard Check in and checkout time is 1200 Hrs.
Welcome by Garland upon arrival at Airport/railway station.
Surprise Gifts at the end of the tour.
Assistance on arrival – departure at airport.
Rides as per sightseeing in the itinerary.

What to Expect

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Day 1 : Arrival in Delhi
- Meet and assist upon arrival at Indira Gandhi International Airport.
- Transfer to the hotel for check-in.
- Overnight stay in Delhi.
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Day 2 : Delhi Sightseeing
- Morning tour of Old Delhi:
- Drive past the historic Red Fort.
- Visit Jama Masjid, India's largest mosque.
- Enjoy a rickshaw ride through Chandni Chowk.
- Visit Raj Ghat, the memorial to Mahatma Gandhi.
- Afternoon tour of New Delhi:
- Visit Qutub Minar and the Iron Pillar.
- Explore Humayun's Tomb.
- Drive past India Gate and Rashtrapati Bhavan.
- Overnight stay in Delhi.
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Day 3 : Delhi to Mandawa (Shekhawati)
- After breakfast, drive to Mandawa.
- Check-in at the hotel upon arrival.
- Late afternoon visit the havelis around this area.
- Overnight stay at Hotel.
- Note: The small little beautiful town of Mandawa is in the heart of the Shekhawati region. Known for its wonderful castle and magnificent havelis, Mandawa gives the impression of living in the bygone era. Mandawa can be transcribed as a surprise at every turn. No single room either, in the havelis, is similar to that of the other. Most of the buildings are dated from the 18th century to early 20th century.
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Day 4 : Mandawa to Bikaner
- After breakfast, drive to Bikaner.
- On the way visit Fatehpur and see some wonderful Fresco examples here.
- Arrive Bikaner.
- Explore BIKANER – The royal fortified city with a timeless appeal.
- Overnight stay at Hotel.
- Bikaner: Lying in the north of the Desert State, the city is dotted with many sand dunes. Bikaner retains the medieval splendor that pervades the city’s lifestyle. More popularly called the camel country, the city is renowned for the best riding camels in the world. The ship of the desert is an inseparable part of life here. Be it pulling heavy carts, transporting grains or working on wells, camels are the prime helpers. The wells of Bikaner – an important source of water are other attractions of the city. These are built on high plinths with slender minaret towers on each of the four corners and can be noticed even from a distance.
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Day 5 : Bikaner to Jaisalmer
- After breakfast, drive to Jaisalmer.
- On arrival, check in at the hotel.
- Explore JAISALMER – The royal fortified city with a timeless appeal.
- Overnight stay at Jaisalmer.
- Jaisalmer: Rising from the heart of the Thar Desert like a golden mirage is the city of Jaisalmer. A commanding fort etched in yellow sandstone stands, with its awesome splendor, dominating the amber-hued city. The city has an interesting legend associated with it, according to which, Lord Krishna, the head of the Yadav Clan, foretold Arjuna that a remote descendant of the Yadav Clan would build his kingdom atop the Trikuta Hill. His prophecy was fulfilled in 1156 AD when Rawal Jaisal, a descendant of the Yadav Clan and a Bhatti Rajput, abandoned his fort at Lodurva and founded a new capital—Jaisalmer, perched on the Trikuta Hill.
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Day 6 : Jaisalmer Sightseeing
- After breakfast, proceed for a full-day sightseeing tour of The Golden City – Jaisalmer.
- It is in the heart of the Great Indian Desert. Its temples, fort, and palaces are all built of yellow sandstone. The city is a mass of intricately carved buildings, facades, and elaborate balconies.
- Visit the JAISALMER FORT – The oldest living fort in the world. (This is the highlight of the tour) See the Patwon-Ki-Havelis, Salim-Singh-Ki-Haveli, and Gandhi Sagar Tank.
- In the afternoon, proceed to the SAM SAND DUNES to visit the typical Rajasthani Desert Village.
- View the sunset from the dunes, as the sky is set on fire.
- Return to the hotel.
- Overnight stay at the hotel.
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Day 7 : Jaisalmer / Jodhpur / Luni
- Breakfast at the hotel before departing for Jodhpur.
- Drive to Jodhpur, an imperial city on the edge of the Thar Desert, rich in history and heritage.
- Sightseeing in Jodhpur, once the capital of Marwar and home to the Rathors.
- Visit Mehrangarh Fort, built on a hilly scarp, featuring palaces, miniature paintings, and a cradle room.
- Explore Jaswant Thada Memorial, a stunning marble cenotaph.
- Continue to Luni and check in at Fort Chanwa, an architectural masterpiece of red sandstone.
- Overnight stay at the hotel in Luni.
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Day 8 : Jodhpur / Ranakpur / Udaipur
- Drive to Udaipur with an en-route visit to Ranakpur Temples.
- Explore 500-year-old temples, preserved in near-perfect condition.
- Admire the intricate architecture of these extensive and complex temples.
- Marvel at 1,444 uniquely carved pillars, where no two are alike.
- The temple features 29 halls, 80 domes, and beautifully designed pavilions.
- Stunning figures of dancing goddesses engraved on the pillars showcase architectural brilliance.
- Continue the journey to Udaipur and stay overnight at a hotel.
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Day 9 : Udaipur Sightseeing
- After breakfast, proceed for a sightseeing tour of Rajasthan’s beautiful lake cities.
- Visit City Palace, featuring carved balconies, arches, and decorated pillars.
- Explore Zanana Mahal, Durbar Hall, and Shambhu Niwas within the palace.
- In the evening, enjoy a boat ride on Lake Pichola while witnessing a stunning sunset.
- Admire the scenic surroundings of hills, palaces, temples, and bathing ghats.
- Overnight stay at the hotel.
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Day 10 : Udaipur / Pushkar
- Morning: After breakfast, drive to Pushkar.
- Pushkar Highlights:
- Home to a semicircular lake with 52 ‘ghats.’.
- Maximum depth of the lake is 10 meters.
- Considered the king of all ‘tiraths’ (pilgrimage sites).
- Spiritual Significance:
- A holy dip on Karthik Purnima is believed to wash away sins and grant salvation.
- Bathing during the brighter fortnight of Karthik and seeing Varah (Vishnu’s incarnation) is said to prevent rebirth.
- The Karthik Purnima dip equals the blessings of a hundred penances.
- Mythological Importance:
- Features numerous yojana spots, beyond the count of Brihaspati, the teacher of gods.
- Evening: Overnight stay at the hotel.
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Day 11 : Pushkar / Jaipur
- Drive to Jaipur, the capital of Rajasthan.
- Known as the Pink City, famous for forts, palaces, and lakes.
- Rich in culture, history, and vibrant traditions.
- Protected from the Thar Desert by the Aravalli Hills.
- Overnight stay at a hotel.
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Day 12 : Jaipur Sightseeing
- Excursion to Amber Fort, built under Raja Man Singh’s reign.
- Enjoy an elephant ride up to the hilltop fort for a memorable experience.
- Visit City Palace, a blend of Rajasthani & Mughal architecture.
- Explore Chandra Palace, the seven-storied centerpiece with stunning city views.
- Tour Jantar Mantar, a solar observatory with precise astronomical instruments.
- See Hawa Mahal (Palace of Winds), a five-story pink sandstone structure from 1799.
- Admire its 593 stone Jharokas, designed for royal women to observe the bustling streets unseen.
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Day 13 : Jaipur / Fatehpur Sikri / Agra
- Drive to Agra, visiting Fatehpur Sikri (Ghost Capital) en route.
- Fatehpur Sikri was the political capital of the Mughal Empire under Akbar from 1571 to 1585.
- The city was abandoned due to water scarcity.
- Visit Emperor Akbar’s Residential Complex, Mosque & Tomb of Salim Chisti.
- Continue the journey to Agra, located on the west bank of the Yamuna River.
- Agra flourished as a center of Mughal architecture, art, and culture in the 16th century.
- Home to iconic Mughal-era forts, buildings, and tombs.
- Agra, known as ‘Agraban’ in the Mahabharata, is home to the Taj Mahal.
- Check into the hotel upon arrival.
- Overnight stay at the hotel.
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Day 14 : Agra / Delhi Departure
- Early Morning Visit to Taj Mahal.
- Experience the sunrise at the iconic Monument of Love, the Taj Mahal.
- Built by Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan as a tomb for his wife, Mumtaz Mahal.
- Shah Jahan was later buried alongside her in the same tomb.
- Constructed over 22 years with 20,000 workers.
- White marble sourced from Makrana, Rajasthan.
- Features intricate inlay work with precious and semi-precious stones, showcasing Mughal architectural brilliance.
- Return to the hotel for breakfast.
- Visit to Mughal Emperor Akbar’s Tomb, Sikandra.
- Located 3 km from Agra city.
- Akbar started its construction, later completed by his son Jehangir.
- The tomb features Indo-Saracenic architecture, resembling the Taj Mahal.
- Exploring Itmad-Ud-Daulah’s Tomb.
- Built in Charbagh architectural style.
- Designed by Itmad-Ud-Daulah himself.
- Features intricate inlay work with unique patterns, including a wine flask with snake-shaped handles.
- Houses tombs of other family members.
- Visit to Agra Fort.
- Explore the grand Mughal fort with stunning architecture and rich history.
- Drive Back to Delhi.
- Transfer to the airport for onward destination.