Palace on Wheels
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Palace on Wheels Tour Itinerary
Duration: 08 Days
Destinations covered : Delhi - Jaipur - Jaisalmer - Jodhpur - Sawai Madhopur - Chittourgarh - Udaipur - Agra - Bharatpur
New Delhi :: Day - 1 Wednesday
Reach Delhi with a warm, traditional welcome before the Palace - on - Wheels pulls out into the night...
for a week long luxury cruise through fascinating Rajasthan.
Jaipur :: Day - 2 Thursday (Arrival 2.00 hrs. Dep. 19.15 hrs.)
Arrive in Jaipur, one of the most well - planned cities of the world in its time. The capital of Rajasthan, popularly known as the 'Pink City', was founded by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II, in 1727 AD To explore the city, an - air-conditioned coach takes you to Hawa Mahal or the Palace of Winds, which is a remarkable five storied building along the main street of the old city in pink splendor with semi - octagonal and dedicate honey combed sandstone windows. The Luxury coaches will take you back to Palace on Wheels around 6.30 PM. Diner on Board.
Jaisalmer :: Day - 3 Friday
In the heart of Thar desert lies Jaisalmer, founded by Rawal Jaisal, in 1156 AD Here the yellow sandstone fort is an imposing sight, towering magnificently over the city. Discover the painstakingly latticed havelis or mansions with their grand facades. The Nathmalji - ki - haveli, Patwan - ki - haveli and Salim Singh - ki - haveli are fine examples of the stone carver's skill.
Jodhpur :: Day - 4 Saturday
Arrive in Jodhpur, a city ringed by a high stone wall with seven gates and several bastions. This second largest city of Rajasthan, founded by Rao Jodha in 1456 AD is known for its rock - solid Mehrangarh Fort. The grand palaces within - Moti Mahal, Sheesh Mahal, Phool Mahal and Daulat Khana are impressive examples of architectural excellence.
Sawai Madhopur :: Day - 5 Sunday
Arrives in Sawai Madhopur, a city named after its founder Maharaja Sawai Madho Singh I. After breakfast visit is arranged to the Ranthambore National Park, wherein are located the ruins of a 10th century fort. This wildlife sanctuary is considered to be the country's best for observing and photographing the activities of the tiger. The tiger, hyena, ratel, jackal and fox are among those consulting the carnivorous population here.
Chittorgarh :: Day - 5 Sunday
Images of love and valour, Chittauragrh Fort is all this and more. Moving legends of honor and pride then proceed to Udaipur.
Udaipur :: Day - 6 Monday
Early next morning Reach Udaipur, the Lake City. It was founded by Maharana Udai Singh of Mewar, after the Sisodia dynasty was driven away by the Mughals, in 1559 AD Perhaps the most beautiful sites of Udaipur are the dream - like marble palaces - the Jag Niwas (Lake Palace) and the Jag Mandir, which appear to rise from the blue waters of Lake Pichhola. After lunch at Lake Palace Hotel, a visit to the City Palace is exhilarating.
Agra :: Day - 7 Tuesday
Early next morning, the Palace arrives at Agra. Full day sightseeing of agra from the Red Fort and arrive at the Taj Mahal, one of the seven wonders of the world.
Bharatpur :: Day - 8 Tuesday
visit to the world famous bird sanctuary, Keoladeo Ghana national Park, the nesting place for thousands of Egrets, Siberian cranes, migratory water fowl and other special of birds.
After dinner flight to delhi, arrive at Delhi.
