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Rajasthan - means 'the land of royalty', Rajputana of old. A Land of people who are brave and chivalrous, people with a warlike lifestyle around whom grew the most amazing legends of romance and heroism. It is NOT ONLY sand dunes and camels . . It is NOT ONLY forts and palaces . . It is NOT ONLY colourful turbans and friendly people . . . It is NOT ONLY adventure safaris and sports . . . It is NOT ONLY wildlife and birdlife . .
Rajasthan is the collective and classical denomination of the portion of India, which is the abode of the Rajputs - Princes among men who claim descent from the Sun and the Moon Gods. It is a land of superlatives ---- everything here is breathtakingly beautiful, impressive and fascinating. No other region of the country is a conglomeration of so many paradoxes and endowed with invincible forts, magnificent palaces, havelis, rich culture and heritage, natural beauty and natural resources.
Rajasthan is where the mood and the rhythm is so overpowering that it impresses even the most seasoned traveler.
Itineraries
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- (Code No: RAJ 061)
- (Code No: RAJ 062)
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THAR DESERT EXPERIENCE, CAMEL SAFARI, TIGERS & TAJ (RAJ 060)
Delhi – Mandawa – Bikaner – Jaisalmer – Osian - Safari Mobile Camp Near Dabdi - Safari Mobile Camp Near Nathrau - Safari Mobile Camp Near Kolu Pabuji Temple – Jodhpur – Jaipur – Ranthambhore National Park - Agra – DelhiThe tour of Rajasthan begins in the Shekhawati region. Popularly known as the open art gallery of Rajasthan, Shekhawati is an invaluable contribution of the Marwari traders of Rajasthan. This semi-desert region is known for its colourfully painted havelis (mansions) that are commendable pieces of the great artistic tradition of Shekhawati. The drive form Delhi brings you to Mandawa, one of the finest towns in the Shekhawati region, this feudal settlement not only has a royal castle, but innumerable havelis where the painted facades offer a great variety of surprises.
From here you proceed to Bikaner which was an important city on the great caravan trade route during the medieval period. The city is surrounded by high fortifications comprising a seven-kilometre long wall which encircles the old city and has five entrances–all constructed in the 18th century. You journey then brings you to Jaisalmer - a desert city - it offers the visitor an enchanting world of fable, colour, and history. Thereafter, to get the actual feel of the desert and its inhabitants you commence a 3 day camel safari from Osian.
After the camel safari you visit Jodhpur, Jaipur and Ranthambore National Park. This romance with the desert culminates with a visit to the world famous monument to love – The Taj Mahal.
Duration 15 Nights / 16 Days October to March Grade Moderate on Camel Safari otherwise gentle Code No RAJ 060 
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MAJESTIC FORTS, PALACES, TIGERS & THE TAJ MAHAL (RAJ 061)
Mumbai – Udaipur – Jodhpur – Jaipur – Ranthambhore National Park - Agra – DelhiYou will arrive at Mumbai where you proceed on an excursion to Elephanta Islands. At the centre of the island are the famed caves, Elephanta Caves, designated a World Heritage Site by UNESCO.
You board a flight for Udaipur, from where your Rajasthan odyssey begins. Udaipur is also known as "the Venice of the East" Here you visit City Palace, Jagdish Temple, Fateh Sagar and in the evening enjoy a leisurely boat ride on Lake Pichola. Before leaving Udaipur you have an excursion to the famous Temples of Eklingji and Nagda. Thereafter, you drive to Jodhpur.
At Jodhpur you visit the Mehrangarh Fort, Jaswant Thada and Umaid Bhawan Palace and then proceed to Jaipur. A city tour of Jaipur includes a visit Amber Fort, Temple of Kali, the Hall of Victory or Jai Mahal and Jagmandir, the City Palace, Jantar Mantar and the Palace-Of-Winds.
From Jaipur you drive to Ranthambore National Park for a wildlife experience on an elephant ride. Finally, you visit Agra to see the world famous monument to love – The Taj Mahal.
This exploration in India comes to an end at Delhi where you have a city tour before boarding your flight for your onward destination.
Duration 11 Nights / 12 Days Best Time October to June 2006 Grade Gentle Code No RAJ 061 
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A SOUJOURN THROUGH THE LAND OF THE MAHARAJAS (RAJ 062)
Delhi – Mandawa – Khimsar – Luni – Jaipur – Bharatpur – Agra – DelhiThe tour of Rajasthan begins in the Shekhawati region. Popularly known as the open art gallery of Rajasthan, Shekhawati is an invaluable contribution of the Marwari traders of Rajasthan. This semi-desert region is known for its colourfully painted havelis (mansions) that are commendable pieces of the great artistic tradition of Shekhawati. The drive form Delhi brings you to Mandawa, one of the finest towns in the Shekhawati region, this feudal settlement not only has a royal castle, but innumerable havelis where the painted facades offer a great variety of surprises.
Driving deeper in to Rajasthan, you visit a thikana of Jodhpur, Khimsar, which is beautifully located in the middle of a small village, just off the Jodhpur – Bikaner highway. In the far distance are sand dunes that shelter fields where black buck can be spotted grazing. Established in the mid-15th Century by a scion of the house of Jodhpur, its history is a mixed one, reflected in the architecture of its fortified castle.
Travelling south, you pass through Osian - once a major centre of pilgrimage both for the Hindus and Jains – to Luni. You get to visit Jodhpur and then drive to Jaipur – the "Pink City". From here, en-route to Agra you stop at Bharatpur to visit Keoladeo Ghana National Park. Finally, you visit Agra to see the world famous monument to love – The Taj Mahal. You return to Delhi for a full day city tour before boarding your flight for your onward destination.
Duration 12 Nights / 13 Days Best Time October to April Grade Moderate Code No RAJ 062 
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A HORSE SAFARI IN THE SHEKHAWATI REGION (RAJ 063)
Delhi – Mandawa – Horse Safari - Camp – Horse Safari – Dundlod - Bikaner – Jodhpur – Kumbalgarh – Udaipur – DelhiYou drive to Mandawa in the Shekhawati region for a horse safari. Popularly known as the open art gallery of Rajasthan, Shekhawati is an invaluable contribution of the Marwari traders of Rajasthan. This semi-desert region is known for its colourfully painted havelis (mansions) that are commendable pieces of the great artistic tradition of Shekhawati.
A horse safari takes you from Mandawa to Dundlod. Situated around 30 south-east of Mandawa, Dundlod has many havelis such as Jathia Haveli, and Tuganram Goenka Haveli. However, Dundlod is better known for its fort and palace. Another famous attraction here is the Satyanarayan Temple.
Your journey through Rajasthan then takes you to Bikaner; the town was an important city on the great caravan trade route during the medieval period. The city is surrounded by high fortifications comprising a seven-kilometer long wall which encircles the old city and has five entrances–all constructed in the 18th century. From here you proceed to Jodhpur, famous for its magnificent forts and palaces.
Your next stop is at Kumbalgarh, which has one of the finest examples of defensive fortifications in entire Rajasthan. Kumbalgarh is a must visit for anyone looking forward to experience the best of Rajasthani fort architecture. On the last lap of your tour of Rajasthan you reach Udaipur - also known as "the Venice of the East".
Duration 08 Nights / 09 Days Best Time October to April Grade Moderate Code No RAJ 063 