Best of Rajasthan Tour

Day -01 Arrival / Delhi

At the airport, you will see that Tree Trunk Travel representative is waiting to give a warm welcome and later he will escort you to your hotel, previously reserved.

After upon arrival in Hotel discuss your tour itinerary with our representative in Lobby and after that our representative will help you to check into formalities

Overnight at Hotel

Day -02 Delhi:

 Morning we will start our day to explore the Delhi. Delhi is the largest metropolis by area and the second – largest metropolis by population in India. Delhi is divided in two parts (like other city in India) – Old Delhi and New Delhi. We will start our tour from Old Delhi. A sight-seeing tour of Old Delhi would include visiting the Raj Ghat - the memorial site where Mahatma Gandhi was cremated; Jama Masjid - the largest mosque in India.

NEW DELHI - An extensive sight-seeing tour of New Delhi would include a visit to the Humayun's Tomb, the Qutub Minar, a drive along the ceremonial avenue - Rajpath, past the imposing India Gate, Parliament House, the President's Residence and would end with a drive through the Diplomatic Enclave. Night stay in Delhi.

Highlight of the Tour: The Highlight of the tour is the Rikshaw ride in Old Delhi. We will pass throught the Chandni Chowk by the Rikshaw. The rikshaw pullers here take you on a ride through various routes. The Rikshaw ride give you a chance to glance at the colourful street of the place. Chandni Chowk is very colourful & you will find the hustle and bustle market.

Overnight at Hotel

Day 03- Delhi / Udaipur (AI 471 – 1600 / 1710 Hrs)

Afternoon we will proceed to visit Akshardham Temple. Akashardham Temple is a Hindu complex also known as Swaminarayn Temple. The complex displays millenia of traditional Hindu & Indian culuture, spirituality and architectures. The beautiful mandir buiilt without steel, consists of 234 ornately carved, 9 ornate domes, 20 quadrangled shikhars, a spectacular Gajendra Pith (plinth of stone elephants) and 20,000 murtis and statues of India’s great sadhus, devotees, acharyas and divine personalities. It is  consturcted entirely from Rajasthani pink sandstone and italian Carara marble.Morning transfer you the airport to board the flight to Udaipur.

Following the tour transfer to airport to board the flight to Udaipur. Meeting & assistance upon arrival in Udaipur. Udaipur was named Best City of the World in 2009 by Travel + Leisure. Udaipur is also known as the "Venice of the East", and the Kashmir of Rajasthan. It is claimed that Jag Mandir of Udaipur was the inspiration behind Shahjahan's creation of the Taj Mahal.

Overnight at Hotel

Day -04 Udaipur

After breakfast, you will be picked up from your hotel and taken for a guided sightseeing tour of Udaipur. We will start the tour to visit The City Palace – is the largest palace complex in Rajasthan.  The main part of the palace is now preserved as a museum with a large and varied collection of glass, porcelain figures and miniature paintings.  Following the tour we will visit the Jagdish Temple. It is located only 150 mts from the city palace is the famous Jagdish Temple. This fine Indo-Aryan Temple was built by Maharana Jagat Singh in 1651 and enshrines a black stone image of Lord Vishnu as Jagannath, Lord of the universe. A brass image of the Garuda is in a shrine in front of the temple.

Later visit the Saheliyon ki bari or the garden of the Maids of Honour, is in the north of the city. It is a small ornamental garden with fountains, stone elephants and a delightful lotus pool.

Highlight of the tour: The highlight of the Udaipur is boat ride at Lake Pichola. Evening enjoy boat cruise on Lake Pichola - the shimmering waters of the Lake combined with the City Palace in the background, serve as a magical way to end your day in Udaipur.

Overnight at Hotel

Day -05 Udaipur / Ranakpur / Sardargarh (150 Kms – 03 Hrs)

Morning drive to Sardargarh enroute visit to Ranakpur Temple. Ranakpur Temples are acclaimed world-wide for their intricate and superb architectural style. These temples form one of the five major pilgrimages of the Jains. Built in the 15th century, Ranakpur temples are known for being the largest and most important temples of the Jain cult.

Later countiue drive to Sardargarh. Upon arrival check into Sardargarh Fort

Sardargarh lies on the borders of Mewar, Marwar and Merwara, Its chieftain known as 'The Rawat' was one of sixteen umraos (feudal barons) privileged to wait upon the Maharana of Udaipur, the capital of Mewar. Such feudal estates, called thikanas were granted by the ruling Maharana to a nobleman either due to blood relationship or for an act of bravery. Sardargarh, one of the magnificent forts of Rajasthan, is an extravagant creation by men of bygone era, placed amidst the mountains and

Overnight at Hotel

Day -06 Sardagarh

After the breakfast we will proceed for the Train ride in primitive area of Aravali Hills.

This train ride is a dramatic way to come in contact with the locals. The train was originally started by the British to unite the regions of Mewar and Marwar, who didn’t enjoy the friendliest of terms at that time. The journey starts from Sardargarh station(10 minute drive from Sardargarh fort) where the station master single handedly mans everything.

The ride ends at Phulad and you drive back to Sardargarh which takes about 45 minutes. This is also the highest track on the Western Railways, one can hardly believe how Rajasthan at such a height. The train doesn't have a name. It just has a number – 222. So you chug on train no 222 through tunnels and bridges, past quaint railway stations where the famous book and movie “The Man Who Would Be King” of Rudyard Kipling unfolds. The landscape is rugged, yet stunning, cinematic and has a “in the middle of nowhere” feeling to it.

Rest of the day is at leisure:

Overnight at Hotel

Day -07 Sardargarh / Rohet (150 Kms) (03 Hrs)

Morning we will drive to Rohetgarh. Rohet is a quaint place that is found in the south of Jodhpur settled by the Bishnoi community. It has a major centre of attraction is a 375 year old fortified desert home which stands on the banks of a small lake teeming with birdlife.

The refined family still resides in the Rohet Garh, renovated in the traditional Rajput style. Travveing within this city is quite interesting through jeep, camel or horse safaris into the desert and Bishnoi tribal areas.

Overnight at Hotel

Day -08: Rohet / Jodhpur (40 Kms) (01 Hrs)

Morning we will enjoy the Jeep safari in tribal village. Rohet Safari's -  Pioneered by us seventeen years ago, this program still remains our main highlight. Show casing the best of the land, it is a complete cultural experience, which encompasses all that this region has to offer. From the warm and hospitable people, to the various customs and ceremonies and the abundant wildlife, guests have the rare privilege of being welcomed into people's homes and interacting with them. They get to experience and understand a way of life that takes them closer to their roots.

They meet the 'Premier ecologists of the world', the Bishnois, who have protected nature for more than 500 years and are responsible for the very survival of species like the Black Buck antelope (India's most beautiful antelope and a rare and protected species today). They share a beautiful relationship with this special animal, wherein the antelope stays close to Bishnoi habitation, never leaving it, and displays complete trust in the Bishnoi people. Guests also meet the Raikas (shepherds) with their glorious costumes, and the Paliwals and Meghwals, the Brahmin farmers and weavers respectively.

Following the tour drive to Jodhpur. Jodhpur is an historic city and the origin dates to the year 1459 AD when it was founded by Rao Jodha, the Rajput chieftan of the Rathores. The Rathore kingdom was also known as the Marwar and was the largest in Rajputana. Jodhpur is also known as the blue city, an apt name as most houses in the old city are shades of blue.

Rest of the day is at leisure.

Overnight at Hotel

Day - 09: Jodhpur

After the breakfast, we will start the tour of Jodhpur. We w ill visit the Mehrangarh Fort - Perched on a high hill, it takes five kilometres by a winding road to reach Mehrangarh - considered by many as the most impressive fort in the fort-studded Rajasthan. Originally built by Maharaja Jodha Rao, the fort was added to by successive rulers of Marwar. Of the seven massive gates to the fort, a few like Jayapol and Fatehpol were commemorative structures built to celebrate the Marwar rulers' victories over various enemies. Inside the fort is a series of courtyards and palaces. Entered through Surajpol, the Jodhpur Museum houses an excellent collection of artifacts of Rajasthan. Following the tour visit to Jaswant Thada. While in Jodhpur, remember to visit this white marble cenotaph of Maharaja Jaswant Singh II.

In the evening we will enjoy the Tonga Ride around the colourful Sadar market and the Clock Tower is the best way of exploring the heart of the city. You could also sample the culinary delights of Jodhpur apart from visiting the famous antique shops of Jodhpur.

Overnight at Hotel

Day 10: Jodhpur / Jaipur (290 Kms) (06 Hrs)

After breakfast drive to Jaipur. Upon arrival check into Hotel.

Jaipur is one of the finest planned cities of India, located in the semi-desert lands of Rajasthan. The city which once had been the capital of the royalty now is the capital city of Rajasthan. The very structure of Jaipur resembles the taste of the Rajputs and the Royal families. At present, Jaipur is a major business centre with all requisites of a metropolitan city.

Rest of the day with at leisure to enjoy the local bazaars of Jaipur. Jaipur is also known as the shopper’s paradise. Jaipur is a city of vibrant colors and markets (bazaars) of Jaipur verify this fact. Jaipur's colorful markets offer a great break to stop and shop on you tour. Usually tourists include shopping and visiting the lively markets of Jaipur in their itinerary. While moving through the markets, you will come across the vivacious culture of this region. Jaipur is the perfect place to shop for Handicrafts, antiques, jewelry, gems, pottery, carpets, textiles, metalwork and leatherware.

Overnight at Hotel

Day 11: Jaipur

Proceed for a morning excursion to Amber Fort. Elephant ride ascent to the fort.

AMBER FORT PALACE- Amber is the classic romantic Rajasthani fort palace. Its construction was started by Man Singh I in 1592, and completed by his descendent Jai Singh I. Its forbidding exterior belies an inner paradise where a beautiful fusion of Mughal and Hindu styles finds it's ultimate expression. Continue sight- seeing.

CITY PALACE- A delightful blend of Mughal and traditional Rajasthani architecture, the City Palace sprawls over one-seventh of the area in the walled city. It houses the Chandra Mahal, Shri Govind Dev Temple and the City Palace Museum.

JANTAR MANTAR- This is the largest and the best preserved of the five observatories built by Jai Singh II in different parts of the country. This observatory consisting of outsized astronomical instruments is still in use.

HAWA MAHAL- The ornamental facade of this "Palace of Winds" is a prominent landmark in Jaipur. Their five-storey structures of sandstone plastered pink encrusted with fine trelliswork and elaborate balconies. The palace has 953 niches and windows. Built in 1799 by Pratap Singh, the Mahal was a royal grandstand for the palace women.

Overnight at Hotel

Day 12: Jaipur / Fatehpur Sikri / Agra (270 Kms) (5 Hrs)

Morning drive to Agra enroute visit to Fatehpur Sikri. Fatehpur Sikri bears exceptional testimony to the Mughal civilization at the end of the 16th century. It offers a unique example of architectural ensembles of very high quality constructed between 1571 and 1585. Its form and layout strongly influenced the evolution of Indian town planning, notably at Shahjahanabad (Old Delhi).

Upon arrival check into hotel.

Evening, we will visit the Moonlight Garden also known as Mehtab Bagh. The places is situated on the opposite side of the Yamuna River. The Garden was built by the Emperor Babur. This is the best place to visit the Taj Mahal across the Yamuna River.

Overnight at Hotel

Day 13: Agra / Delhi (210 Kms) (04 Hrs) (Taj Mahal closed on Friday)

Morning we will visit the Taj Mahal at sunrise.  Taj Mahal is UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the New Seven Wonders of the world, Taj Mahal enthralls visitors with its shimmering beauty. Standing proudly on the banks of River Yamuna, with the winding river at back and lush green, landscaped gardens in front, the Taj Mahal leaves one speechless with its ethereal beauty. At sunrise, when it is bathed in the pinkish glow of the rising sun, the Taj Mahal holds your gaze. It is also a great time to take some unforgettable pictures! Later transfer to Hotel for breakfast.

After breakfast, we will visit the Agra Fort. For built in red sandstone with its magnificent palaces, halls of public and private audience and the beautiful gardens. This is where Emperor Shah Jahan was kept under house arrest by his third son Aurangzeb and spent the last year of his life viewing the Taj Mahal from across the river Jamuna

Following the tour drive to delhi. Upon arrival check into hotel.

Overnight at Hotel

Day 14: Delhi / Departure

Morning we will transfer you to international airport to board the flight to back home.