Udaipur is an ideal travel place for those who wish to explore royalty, serene lakes, villages in countryside and picturesque hills. Udaipur is also referred to as the City of Lakes, and it has much more to offer than palaces and forts. The neighboring areas conceal calm dams, farm villages, religious temples, and the off the road sceneries that are perfect in slow and meaningful traveling. This 8-day itinerary would have enabled the traveler to focus on both major attractions and the little known areas in and around Udaipur taking their own time. You can book your Udaipur tour packages from Gwalior via Chetram Holidays in order to have a comfortable travel arrangement and be able to experience a lot.
Once you have arrived in Udaipur after leaving Gwalior, you get yourself a hotel and relax. During the night, you move towards Fateh Sagar Lake which is among the most enjoyable points in the city. You can walk down the lakeside road, and you can see the hills on the water, and it is a cool breeze. One can also find local snack kiosks and cafes to contribute to the casual atmosphere. The evening that fell behind the hills of the Aravalli gives the journey a peaceful atmosphere. Dinner is taken in a local restaurant and then nightlife is enjoyed back at the hotel.
Post breakfast you visit the City Palace which is the pride of Udaipur. You pass by huge courtyards, royal halls, balconies and museums, illustrating the life of the Mewar rulers. The lake pichola as seen through the palace terrace is baffling. Then you go to the Jagdish Temple, which is an old temple with elaborate carvings on it. Then afterward, you are in the old lanes of the city, in the markets of handicrafts, miniature paintings, silver jewellery and colored fabrics. The day is closed with a free and easy evening at the hotel.
This day is a sightseeing tour to the historically significant location of Haldighati, which is close to Udaipur. This battlefield is a scenic one, and post-breakfast you drive through beautiful country roads to arrive in this field, where Maharana Pratap waged the well-known battle with the Mughal army. You go to the memorial and museum and you do not fail to get the picture of the courage and sacrifice of the Rajput warriors. The emotional depth of the experience is provided by the colour of the soil and the hills around the location being yellow. Once here you go back in the evening to Udaipur where you consider the great accounts of history.
In the morning after breakfast, you visit Menar village, a small village with beautiful lakes and the old-fashioned way of life. A stroll in the village provides you with an idea of mud houses, farmlands, temples, and the village life. When you come in winter time you will find migratory birds resting on the water. The leisure of life here is exhilarating. You socialize with the locals, get acquainted with their traditions, and get to appreciate the rural open environment and go back to Udaipur by the evening.
It is the day of nature and leisure. In the morning you take a tour of Tidi Dam, a picturesque and serene location and is surrounded by hills and plants. The serene scenes, and wide horizons have made it a wonderful location to sit and watch the beautiful nature. You may make brief walks on the dam and do photography. This is an untouristy destination that is perfect among tourists who want to avoid the congested tourist spots. In the evening, you get back to your hotel in Udaipur to rest.
In the morning you go to visit Chittorgarh Fort, which is one of the biggest forts in India after having eaten breakfast. You see Vijay Stambh, Rana Kumbha Palace and Padmini Palace in the fort complex and numerous temples. The large gates, open spaces, and the views allow you to feel the greatness of the fort. The visit is very memorable with tales of Rajput courage and sacrifice. In the evening you go back to Udaipur, enjoy yourself after a tiresome but fruitful day.
It is a village that is filled with open rural landscapes, and after the morning meal, you head to Rayta Village. You have a desert style cultural stay here. Traditional folk music, local performances, and a peaceful environment under the open sky are all entertained in the evening. Dinner is also served in Rajasthani fashion and this will provide you with a touch of village taste. It is a special night with the silent environment and the sky filled with stars.
On the last day you will visit Eklingji Temple, which is one of the ancient temples of Shiva that is in the midst of hills and vegetation. The atmosphere of spirituality and the stone construction makes the sense of peace. Then you go to Badi Lake, which is a smaller lake with hills around. Before you set off home to Gwalior, you take some time along the banks of the water. The journey concludes with the recollections of royal past, life in villages, nature, and quietness.
