Rajasthan commonly referred to as the land of the royalties and desert scenery, is also the land of strong religiosity and piety.
The Rajasthan Pilgrimage Tour, which is booked via Chetram Holiday, will show you some of the holiest sites in the state, where religion, history, and culture are united in the most favorable manner possible. This trip includes the popular temples and religious cities of Rajasthan, the divine calm of Ajmer Sharif Dargah to the peaceful shores of Pushkar Lake, and the holy Shrinathji Temple of Nathdwara. In between there is also the architectural heritage of Rajasthan, colorful traditions and hospitality of the locals that you will see.
The capital city of the state of Rajasthan is Jaipur and it is where your pilgrimage will start. Welcome to Egypt, and get to your hotel by car. Check-in and rest a bit and then begin to discover the religious aspect of Jaipur.
The first thing to do is to visit the Govind Dev Ji Temple, which is among the most significant Krishna temples in North India. The temple is located within the city palace complex and has hundreds of followers who come here to attend the aarti and get blessings. The second place to visit is the Birla Mandir, which is a temple of Lord Vishnu and Goddess Lakshmi. The temple has been constructed in white marble and it is a gorgeous structure against the background of Moti Dungri Hill. The carvings on the walls portray scenes on Hindu scripture hence a visit worth doing by the devotees.
During the evening, visit the Moti Dungri Ganesh Temple whereby locals visit it on a daily basis to pay their prayers to the Lord Ganesha before venturing into any new enterprise. It is a beautiful place to watch the end of your day, because of its peaceful atmosphere and its location on the hill.
Overnight stay in Jaipur.
In the morning, visit Ajmer, which is one of the largest pilgrimage attractions of the people of every religion. The key here being the tomb of the great Sufi saint Khwaja Moinuddin Chishti known as the Ajmer Sharif Dargah. People believe that prayers done here when they have a pure heart are never ignored. Pass the flowered, incensed, offering-covered lanes to enter the Dargah complex, where both the spiritual ambiance and calmness are intense.
It is only 15 km after Ajmer so once you have been there, you should proceed to Pushkar. The town of Pushkar is one of the oldest and sacred towns in India and is famous with the Pushkar Lake and Brahma Temple which is one of the few temples in the world that is dedicated to Lord Brahma who is the creator.
Take a leisurely stroll through the ghats, watch people taking a sacred bath in the lake and also hear temple bells going on in the background. During evening, you can visit Pushkar Lake Aarti ceremony where the rituals of chants and diyas set on the water produce a spiritual wondrous experience.
Overnight stay in Pushkar.
Breakfast and then go to Nathdwara, a lovely temple town situated close to Udaipur. The drive provides an impression of rural Rajasthan with the sight of tiny villages and fields.
On reaching Nathdwara, take a check into the hotel and rest. Next walk-in the popular Shrinathji Temple devoted to the child form of Lord Krishna. The temple is a pilgrimage site that attracts many visitors in Rajasthan and it is a very important place of Vaishnav community. You can also have prasad at the nearby shops in case you want to spend some time in the temple complex. Overnight stay in Nathdwara.
Having breakfast, go to Udaipur, or City Lakes, which is not only romantic but also has spiritual heritage. Upon arrival, get into the hotel and clean yourself. Begin your sightseeing by visiting Eklingji Temple which is situated some 22km outside of Udaipur. It is a temple of Lord Shiva and it is a compound of 108 little shrines constructed of marble and sandstone. His power and divinity are portrayed by the main idol of Lord Shiva being a four-faced black marble statue.
Subsequently, pay a visit to the Jagdish Temple which is one of the most renowned temples in Udaipur and which is situated close to the City Palace. The temple is dedicated to Lord Vishnu and it is characterized by well carved pillars, beautiful architecture and carved sculptures made of stone.
When the evening comes, enjoy a serene boat ride on the Lake Pichola and go to the Ambrai Ghat, where sunset can be seen, as well as, temples and palaces reflected in the water. Overnight stay in Udaipur.
In the morning visit the Neemach Mata Temple, which is situated on a hilltop on the top of which one can see a beautiful view of the Fateh Sagar Lake and Udaipur city. It is perceived that Neemach Mata fulfills the wishes of those who have faith that they will ascend the hill. You can leave for Udaipur airport or railway station where you will continue with the journey.
Accommodation services with all amenities
Breakfast throughout the trip.
Comfortable transportation for local sightseeing.
Private guided tours to major tourist attractions.
Assistance on arrival and departure from Rajasthan
Accommodation services with all amenities
Breakfast throughout the trip.
Comfortable transportation for local sightseeing.
Private guided tours to major tourist attractions.
Assistance on arrival and departure from Rajasthan
