Rajasthan Tours - Exotic Rajasthan Tour Packages by Cox and Kings, India

‘HEARTLAND OF RAJASTHAN’ 09 Days / 08 Nights

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Arrive Jaipur

Welcome to your 'Heartland of Rajasthan' tour! On arrival at the airport / railway station in Jaipur, you will be met and transferred to the hotel.

The rest of the day is at leisure to explore this vibrant colorful city.

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In Jaipur

After breakfast, proceed on a sightseeing tour of Jaipur visiting the fabulous Amer Fort, City Palace and Jantar Mantar. The Amer fort is also known as the Amber fort. The construction of Amber fort was started by Raja Mansingh in the 16th century and was completed by Sawai Jai Singh in the 18th Century.The palace here has been wonderfully built and has an intelligent design. The palace has a four storied layout and each level has its own courtyard. It consists of the Diwan-e-Aam, or 'Hall of Public Audience', the Diwan-e-Khas, or 'Hall of Private Audience', the Sheesh Mahal (mirror palace), or Jai Mandir, and the Sukh Niwas where a cool climate is artificially created by winds that blow over a water cascade within the palace. A jeep will take you to the fort and once on top, stroll through the sprawling complex of courtyards and halls. Many of the rooms have beautiful wall paintings, with precious stones and mirrors inlaid in the walls.

Later visit the City Palace.

The City Palace, which includes the Chandra Mahal and Mubarak Mahal palaces and other buildings, is a palace complex in Jaipur. It was the seat of the Maharaja of Jaipur, the head of the Kachwaha Rajput clan. The Chandra Mahal palace now houses a museum but the greatest part is that it is still a royal residence. It is a seven-storeyed building and each floor has been given a specific name. Mubarak Mahal, meaning the Auspicious Palace, was built with a fusion of the Islamic, Rajput and European architectural styles.

Walk to the adjacent Jantar Mantar or Astronomical Observatory. The Jantar Mantar is a collection of architectural astronomical instruments, built by Sawai Jai Singh, as he was particularly interested in learning about astronomy. Later return to your hotel.

The rest of the day is at leisure for independent activities.

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On to Bikaner (310 kms / approx. 7 hours drive)

Today, enjoy a drive from the lush green Aravalli plains to the rugged desert city of Bikaner.

On arrival, checkin to the hotel in Bikaner.

The rest of the day is at leisure to relax Or explore the bustling local markets.

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In Bikaner

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After breakfast, proceed on a city tour of Bikaner visiting the magnificent Junagarh Fort and the famous Karni Mata Temple. Junagarh Fort in is in the Bikaner city of Rajasthan. Originally it was called Chintamani and in the early 20th century it was renamed Junagarh or the Old Fort, when the ruling family shifted to Lalgarh Palace. It is one of the few major forts, which is not built on a hilltop.

Karni Mata or Karniji was a female Hindu sage born in the Charan caste. Her most famous temple is in the small town of Deshnoke, near Bikaner. It was built after her mysterious disappearance from her home. The temple is famous for its black rats.

They are treated as sacred and given protection in the temple.

The rest of the day is at leisure to explore this city.

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On to Jaisalmer (335 kms / approx. 7 hours drive) Today, after breakfast proceed to the golden city of Rajasthan - Jaisalmerwhich, is a home to one of the largest forts in the world.

On arrival, checkin to the hotel in Jaisalmer.

The rest of the day is at leisure for independent activities.

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In Jaisalmer

Post breakfast, proceed on a sightseeing tour of Jaisalmer visiting places like Jaisalmer Fort, Nathmalji ki Haveli, Patwon ki Haveli, Salim Singh ki Haveli and Gadsisar Lake.

Built in the year 1156, the Jaisalmer Fort is named after its creator, Rawal Jaisal, and, hence, the city is also called Jaisalmer. Also nicknamed the Sonar Quilla, the fort stands in the middle of the desert, and has seen innumerable battles, besides being witness to the famous Rajput valor.

One of the true treasures of the topography of Rajashtani is the Nathmal Ji Ki Haveli. The haveli used to be a residence of Diwan Mohata Nathmal.

Its construction was started by Mahrawal Beri Sal who installed two huge, life-sized elephant replicas in stone. They were erected at the gate of the palace, appearing to guard it like two sentinels. Made from yellow stone, these elephants are extremely well crafted.

The Patwon Ki Haveli is among the most famous palaces of Rajasthan. Several books including ones penned by various foreign writers have sung praises of the architecture of this haveli. Constructed in 1805 by Guman Chand Patwa, Patwon Ki haveli is the grandest palace in the area. The gateways, arches, and old paintings in the haveli truly make one nostalgic about the majesty of Rajasthan.

Salim Singh ki haveli bears a very distinct architectural style. The haveli has been uniquely designed with its top portion resembling a peacock head and the bottom looking like a marine vessel. It was built by Salim Singh and, hence, was eponymously named. . The Gadsisar Lake is literally an oasis in the city of Jaisalmer. The lake may be artificial developed but is as splendid as they come. It was made in the 15th century by the Maharaja Gadsi Singh, and was built in order to solve the problem of water scarcity in the area. There are numerous shrines dedicated to Lord Vishnu that have been built on the banks of the lake as well.

The rest of the day is at leisure to explore this desert city.

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On to Jodhpur (295 kms / approx. 5 hours drive)

Today, proceed to Marwar, capital city of Jodhpur. Jodhpur is the second largest city in Rajasthan. This city is a popular tourist destination, featuring many palaces, forts and temples, set in the stark landscape of the Thar desert.

On arrival, check in to the hotel in jodhpur.

The rest of the day is at leisure to explore the textile and antique markets.

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Jodhpur

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After breakfast, proceed on a sightseeing tour of Jodhpur The rest of the day is at leisure to explore this fortress city.

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Depart Jodhpur Today, bid farewell to 'Heartland of Rajasthan' tour as you are transferred to the airport / railway station in Jodhpur for your onward journey.

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Ex - Jaipur Valid From - 30 October, 2016 Valid To - 13 November, 2016

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Ex - Jaipur Valid From - 14 November, 2016 Valid To - 20 December, 2016

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Ex - Jaipur Valid From - 21 December, 2016 Valid To - 03 January, 2017

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Ex - Jaipur Valid From - 04 January, 2017 Valid To - 31 March, 2017

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Ex - Jaipur Valid From - 15 January, 2017 Valid To - 31 March, 2017

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Notes : Cox and Kings Terms and conditions apply.

Please contact our sales staff to give you best flight deals.

Do carry comfortable walking shoes.

All sightseeing is subject to weather conditions, political conditions in the destination.

Travel Insurance, included in our package cost is valid for age group upto 80 years only. For age group beyond 80 years, rules, terms and conditions of the Insurance Company will apply. The same needs to be checked on case to case basis with the Insurance Company.

All the prices are for Indian Nationals only, unless specified.

The hotel confirmed will be as per the brochure or an alternate hotel of similar category.

It is mandatory to carry a valid photo identity card (Passport / Driving License / Voter ID card).

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