Day 01 |
Arrival in Delhi |
Late night arrival at Delhi’s International airport. Upon arrival you shall be welcomed by one of the Mondial Trails representatives and you will be transferred to the hotel.
Delhi, the capital of India is one of most spectacular cities of the world. Here history meets modernity. Historically Delhi was founded 7 times at seven different places. Finally the 8th Capital city New Delhi, founded by British remains the modern capital of India.
Overnight stay at the hotel.
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Day 02 |
Delhi- Shekhawati |
After breakfast, brief visit to the capital city. Later drive to Shekhawati. 5 to 6 hours drive by minibus or car to the Shekawati region. Visit some nice havelis in the region, with fresco paintings on the exterior and in the interior wall. Mandawa, a charming town built in the 18th century. Overnight in Shekhawati |
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DAY 03 |
Shekhawati to -Bikaner ( Barasingsar ) |
Drive early morning, on the way visit some beautiful havelis in Fatehpur, famous for its fresco paintings and later continue to Bikaner : leave the highway route and enter the rural also known as the region of Bishnois , a minority tribe in Rajasthan. We drive upto Barsinghsar village where we meet our Camel safari team. We visit the village and later overnight halt on the sand dunes. Overnight on sand dunes. |
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DAY 04 |
Camel trekking |
Camel ride through Bishnoi region who are the followers of lord Vishnu and are strictly vegetarian and environmentalist , Basically peoples are farmers , they are very gentle and hospitable , one can visit the family to see the real life of Bishnoi community . While trekking we will pass through several villages , farms where peoples can be seen working on it with their colourful clothing , wild life as Antilope ( Gazelles ) which are protected by Bishnoi community jackel and variety of birds can be seen through our safari. Scattered Tiny traditional huts in the farms where trekkers take advantage to shelter in and kitchen team prepare the hot lunch which create feeling as if we are lost in the primitive world. |
DAY 05 |
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The whole day we traverse the semi desertic region and visit some village.
Lunch and dinner is locally prepared by our camel safari team, which give you the flavor of authentic Rajasthani cuisine.
Overnight in a camp. |
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DAY 06 |
Camp to Bikaner via Deshnoke temple |
Leave early morning from the campsite , We take diversion to visit the world famous rats temple, dedicated to one of the local deities Karni Mata, and later drive to Bikaner.Upon arrival at Bikaner check in at hotel and in the afternoon visit the famous Junagarh fort of Bikaner and in the evening time take a tuk-tuk ride in the old city of Bikaner.
Overnight in Bikaner.
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DAY 07 |
Bikaner- Jaisalmer (340 Kms/7 Hrs) |
After breakfast,drive to Jaisalmer. Arrive and check in at Hotel. Get the panoramic view of Jaisalmer citadel from the sunset point known as Vyas Chattris(cenotaphs).
Overnight stay at the hotel.
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DAY 08 |
Jaisalmer |
After breakfast, you will proceed for a half day city tour and visit Gadisar lake and a folklore Museum. Later visit the Sonar Durg(Golden citadel), which is inhabited by the local population of jaisalmer.
In the afternoon drive to Sam, 40kms west of Jaisalmer to enjoy the camel ride on the sand dunes of Thar Desert, and watch the sunset as well.
Overnight stay at the hotel.
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DAY 09 |
Jaisalmer- Jodhpur (290 Kms/6 Hrs) |
After breakfast, drive to Jodhpur. Arrive and check in at hotel.
Afternoon visit, Mehrangarh Fort, the magnificient fortress erected by Rao Jodha in 1459 A.D. It has got some intricately carved jharokhas(balconies) inside the fort. Later visit Jaswant Thada, the marble memorial of Maharaja jaswant singh.
Before sunset visit the bustling colourful old Sardar Market & Clock Tower.
Overnight stay at the hotel.
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DAY 10 |
Udaipur |
After breakfast, Full day City Tour Visit City Palace Museum, Jagdish Temple, Sahelion Ki Bari and late afternoon boat ride in Lake Pichhola(depending upon the level of water). Lake Pichhola is surrounded by the city of Udaipur.
Overnight stay at the hotel.
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DAY 11 |
Udaipur-Jaipur (flight) |
Early morning transfer to the airport to board flight to Jaipur. On your arrival at Jaipur,transfer to the hotel. In the afternoon visit Façade of Hawa Mahal and the Observatory. Enjoy the pedal rickshaw ride in the Pink City.
Overnight stay at the hotel.
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DAY 12 |
Jaipur |
Morning visit to Amer Fort with an optional Elephant ride. In the afternoon visit the City Palace and later you can go on a shopping spree, as Jaipur is renowned for its gemstones cutting, carpet weaving, block printing on cotton, blue pottery etc. |
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DAY 13 |
Jaipur-Agra (240 Kms 5½ Hrs) |
After breakfast drive to Agra, enroute visit the famous ancient capital of Moghuls known as Fatehpur Sikri.
On arrival in Agra check into the hotel and later in the afternoon visit the Taj Mahal(closed on Fridays).
Overnight stay at the hotel.
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DAY 14 |
Agra-Delhi (210Kms 5-6Hrs) |
In the morning after breakfast visit the Red Fort. Later visit the artisans atelier to see the intricate Marble inlay work.
After lunch drive to Delhi. Upon arrival at Delhi farewell dinner in a restaurant serving typical Indian food. Transfer to the international airport to take your flight for further destination.
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