With Chetram Holidays’ special package for the family tour to Rajasthan, land of kings, go on a wonderful trip. This is an 10 days tour which takes you to Rajasthan and explore its history, grand forts, beautiful palaces, lively market and peaceful lakes. According to the trip, you will enjoy visiting famous cities like Jaipur, Jodhpur, Udaipur and Jaisalmer and traditional Rajasthani food and folk music. Ride the camels in the desert, visit the lake Pichola and shop souvenirs. At the same time, this tour offers the right balance of adventure and culture with relaxation, and therefore is an ideal choice for a family holiday for families of any age.
Welcome to Jaipur, the colorful capital of Rajasthan, on arrival and receive transfer support to the hotel. Complete check-in formalities followed by relaxation at the hotel for a while. Then, move towards the city tour of City Palace, the grand combination of Rajasthani and Mughal architecture, and the Jantar Mantar, the ancient world of cosmic numbers and star charts. Explore the vibrant markets of Jaipur, famous for Rajasthani traditional jewelry, apparel, and handicrafts. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Post breakfast, drive to the grand Amber Fort, situated on a hill with commanding views over Maota Lake. Take an elephant or jeep safari ride to climb up the fort and see its beautiful palaces and courtyards. Stop along the way at Hawa Mahal, or 'Palace of Winds,' its delicate facade. Afternoon visit to Albert Hall Museum and Birla Temple. Free evening to wander about local bazaars or lounge in the hotel. Overnight Jaipur.
After breakfast, proceed to the 'Blue City' of Jodhpur. Check into your hotel upon arrival. In the evening, stroll around the markets around Clock Tower, which provide a blend of spices, clothes, and handicrafts. Overnight at Jodhpur.
Start the day by visiting the daunting Mehrangarh Fort, a behemoth of Indian forts with its stunning panorama of the city. Explore its palace corridors and museums housing Rajasthan's royal heritage collections. This is then followed by tours to Jaswant Thada, a white marble cenotaph, and Umaid Bhawan Palace, now partially a museum and luxury hotel. Overnight stay at Jodhpur.
After breakfast, drive to Jaisalmer, the 'Golden City.' Upon arrival, check into your hotel. In the evening, go and visit Gadisar Lake, a peaceful place ideal for a relaxing stroll. Overnight stay at Jaisalmer.
Jaisalmer Tour of the imposing Jaisalmer Fort, a UNESCO World Heritage and one of the world's living forts where a quarter of the city's population resides within its walls. Observe the carvings of the Jain Temples and the ancient Havelis of Patwon Ki Haveli and Nathmal Ki Haveli. Spend the day in the evening at the Sam Sand Dunes and enjoy camel safari while viewing the beauty of the sunset over the Thar Desert. Watch evening local cultural performances before returning to the hotel. Overnight stay at Jaisalmer.
Start the day after breakfast and drive to Bikaner. On arrival, check into your hotel. Visit the Junagarh Fort in the afternoon, which is famous for its exquisite architecture and big courtyards. Walk around the local bazaars in the evening. Overnight at Bikaner.
Depart for Pushkar after breakfast, a holy place for the Hindus. Reach your hotel. Explore the Brahma Temple, one of the very few temples in the country that is dedicated to Lord Brahma, and stroll through the sacred Pushkar Lake in a peaceful way, which is lined with some ghats and temples. Overnight at Pushkar.
Post-breakfast, drive to the 'City of Lakes,' Udaipur. Arrive and check into the hotel. In the evening, take a boat ride on Lake Pichola and witness the peaceful view of the city and the surrounding hills. Overnight stay at Udaipur.
Post-breakfast, visit the City Palace, a palace complex that gives an insight into Rajasthan's royal heritage. Take a walk through the Saheliyon Ki Bari, a fountains-and-kiosks-surrounded garden, and the Jagdish Temple, a temple in honor of Lord Vishnu. Depending on your departure time, you would have some time for a little last-minute window shopping or relaxation before you would be escorted to the airport or railway station for further travel.
