Jaisalmer is a town in the Indian state of Rajasthan. It is located 575 kilometres (357 mi) west of the state capital Jaipur. It is an World Heritage Site. It was once known as Jaisalmer state. The town stands on a ridge of yellowish sandstone, crowned by a fort, which contains the palace and several ornate Jain temples. Many of the houses and temples are finely sculptured.
1 night(s) in Delhi
1 night(s) in Agra
2 night(s) in Jaipur
1 night(s) in Bikaner
2 night(s) in Jaisalmer
1 night(s) in Jodhpur
2 night(s) in Udaipur
Day 1: Arrive Delhi
Welcome to Delhi, the capital of modern India. On arrival, you are received and transferred to your hotel. The rest of the day is free you to relax. Overnight in Delhi.
Day 2: Delhi To Agra
After breakfast visit on a sightseeing tour of Old Delhi in the morning covering Jama Mosque, the Red Fort and Mahatma Gandhis memorial Raj Ghat. In the afternoon, set off on a sightseeing tour of New Delhi covering Safdarjang's Tomb, Qutab Minar and Humayun's Tomb. Later drive to Agra. Upon arrival check in to the hotel. Overnight in Agra hotel.
Day 3: Agra To Jaipur
After breakfast city tour to experience the Taj Mahal (closed on Fridays), an extravagant marble monument of love, built by Shah Jahan in 1653 as a memorial to his queen Mumtaz Mahal. Continue your tour to the Agra Fort, an original red sandstone fort built by Mughal Emperor Akbar in 1565. Later drive to Jaipur enroute visit Fatehpur Sikri. Here you visit the Bulund Darwaza (The Gate of Victory) - the tallest gateway in the world and the superb white marble tomb of the famous Sufi saint Shaik Salim Chishti. Continue your drive to Jaipur. Upon arrival and check in hotel. Evening visit Birla temple. Overnight in Jaipur.
Day 4: Jaipur Sightseeing
After breakfast Proceed for an excursion to Amer Fort which is located 12 kms outside Jaipur. One of the finest example of Rajput architecture. Enjoy the ascent to the Palace on the back of a brightly caparisoned elephant. Visit the multiple chambers and hallways of the palace which are famous for their design and decorations. In the afternoon, proceed for a city tour visiting the unique stone observatory Jantar Mantar, the opulent City Palace with its musuems and driving past the Hawa Mahal. Overnight in Jaipur.
Day 5: Jaipur To Bikaner
After breakfast drive to Bikaner. The genesis of the desert town of Bikaner dates back to Rao Bikas conquest in 1486 AD. Once a major center of trade in the 16th century situated on the ancient silk route, today Bikaner has retained much of its medieval aura. Upon arrival, check in at your hotel. Overnight in Bikaner.
Day 6: Bikaner To Jaisalmer
After breakfast proceed for sightseeing tour visiting the 16th century magnificent Junagarh Fort. Other places of interest include the famous camel breeding farm just outside the town (closed on Sunday) and the local bazaars. Later drive to Jaisalmer. Overnight stay in Jaisalmer.
Day 7: Jaisalmer Sightseeing
After breakfast sightseeing tour of Jaisalmer. Begin at the Jaisalmer Fort, built in 1156 by Rawal Jaisal, atop the Trikuta hill. Still inhabited, there are palaces and bazaars within the fort walls. Also visit the havelis which are palatial homes with carved stone facades and owned by wealthy merchants. Other attractions include Ganga Sagar Tank and Museum, housing many small temples and shrines. In the afternoon, visit the Sam Sand Dunes. Take a camel ride on the sand dunes to view the sunset. The Rajasthani backdrop, the sunset and the camel ride make the entire outing an unforgettable experience. Overnight in Jaisalmer.
Day 8: Jaisalmer To Jodhpur
After breakfast drive to Jodhpur. Upon arrival and check in hotel. After that proceed for sightseeing tour of Jodhpur beginning with the formidable hilltop Mehrangarh Fort. A series of gates named Jayapol, Fatepol, Lahapol etc. lead into the Fort. Visit the palaces located inside the fort - Moti Mahal or Pearl Palace, Sukh Mahal or Pleasure Palace and the Phool Mahal or Flower Palace. Continue the tour to visit the Jaswant Thada, a marble cenotaph built in 1899 as a memorial to Maharaja Jaswant Singh II. Overnight in Jodhpur.
Day 9: Jodhpur To Udaipur
After breakfast drive to Udaipur. En route visit the intricately sculptured Jain Temples in Ranakpur that date back to the 15th century. Its 29 halls are supported by 1444 pillars, none of which are alike. Continue your drive to Udaipur and upon arrival check in to your hotel. Overnight in Udaipur.
Day 10: Udaipur Sightseeing
After breakfast visit on a sightseeing tour of Udaipur. Begin your tour with a visit to the City Palace with its mirrored walls, ivory doors, colored glass windows, inlaid marble balconies and peacock courtyard. Also visit the lovely Sahelion-ki-bari gardens, the Jagdish temple and the local Museum. In the evening, enjoy a motor launch cruise on the placid waters of Lake Pichola. Also visit the Jag Mandir Palace, a lovely island palace in the middle of the lake. Overnight in Udaipur.
Day 11: Udaipur Departure
This morning check out from hotel and transfer to Udaipur airport on time to board to your onward destination.