With its enduring forts, holy ghats and havelis painted with frescos, Rajasthan is a place where history and culture lurk around every corner. Ideal for the ones seeking to experience the cultural aspect of the state, this 2 Nights / 3 Days Rajasthan Tour Package from Goa is a brief introduction to the state, but a memorable one. The dizzying theme park that is its golden triangle sees the author leading us to the holy town of Pushkar and the old heritage-scape of Mandawa and Shekhawati, infamous for their painted havelis.
Destination highlights from meditative strolls around Pushkar Lake to the treasure hunt for centuries-old murals scattered across Shekhawati’s grand mansions make this journey an offbeat gem for travelers. From selecting the best hotels, guiding you through the local experiences, to the easy transfers everything is taken care of by Chetram Holidays for a hassle free holiday.
Hope on Goa to Jaipur flight which is the nearest airport to Pushkar. On reaching you will be received by our representative and transferred to Pushkar. Enjoy your sightseeing tour immediately on arrival at your hotel.
Begin with a trip to the Pushkar Lake, encircled by 52 ghats, where pilgrims from all over the world take a holy dip. The serene waters and the verses chanted by priests fill the heart with intense spirituality. Next, drop by the Brahma Temple, one of the very few in the world dedicated to Lord Brahma and is one of its kind as the spiritual highlights of Rajasthan.In the evening, take a walk in Pushkar’s vibrant bazaars, filled with stalls selling Rajasthani handicrafts, leather goods, jewelry and colorful textiles. Be there as night falls and the ghats transform for the soulful evening aarti, the lake is lighted with floating oil lamps and the sight is surreal. Overnight at your hotel in Pushkar with dinner.
Post breakfast, drive to the beautiful town of Mandawa, located in the Shekhawati region, known for its stunning havelis that are adorned with frescoes. On reaching, check-in at your hotel and rest for some time and afterwards go for sightseeing.
Start by visiting the grand Mandawa Fort, constructed in the 18th-century and presenting a mix of Rajputana and Mughal outlook. Pause inside to marvel at the painted arches, mirror work and exquisite carvings that illustrate the rich history of the area.
Afterwards, pay a call to the beautiful havelis of Mandawa — Hanuman Prasad Goenka Haveli, Murmuria Haveli and Jhunjhunwala Haveli. These havelis are covered with detailed frescoes illustrating scenes from mythology, the colonial period, and even aspects of everyday life centuries old. In the evening, stroll the narrow streets of Mandawa, with its art-filled private homes and colorful shops.
Have your breakfast in the morning and begin an excursion to Shekhawati, famously known as the “Open-Air Art Gallery of Rajasthan”. The towns of Nawalgarh, Dundlod, Jhunjhunu etc. are famous for their beautiful havelis, mansions and cenotaphs.
Discover the Podar Haveli Museum in Nawalgarh with its collection of some of the best frescoes ever and some of the most incredible anecdotes of Rajasthan.Wander through the bazaars of Jhunjhunu, there are colorful textiles and jewelry. The spectacular cenotaphs here are also snapshots into the artistic lineage of Rajasthan. After your sightseeing, once again you will be transferred to Jaipur Airport to catch your return flight of Goa, with the enduring magic created by the sacred Ghats of Pushka, the royal forts and palaces of Mandawa, and the life seen in the murals of Shekhawati in your heart.
Accommodation services with all amenities
Breakfast throughout the trip.
Comfortable transportation for local sightseeing.
Private guided tours to major tourist attractions of Rajasthan
Assistance on arrival and departure from Goa
Entry fees to monuments
Personal expenses like shopping, laundry and tips
Travel insurance
Flights or train tickets to and from Goa
Camera or video charges at monuments
Meals other than breakfast
Any sightseeing not mentioned in the itinerary
