Deep in the Thar Desert lies the medieval fortress town of Jaisalmer. Surrounded by a stark landscape, Jaisalmer creates a powerful mood of overwhelming isolation that is almost sinister in effect. Except for some isolated hamlets, not a soul is to be seen for miles around and the eye reaches far out to an ever receeding horizon.
Duration : 17 Days
Destinations covered : Delhi, Mandawa, Bikaner, Jaisalmer, Jodhpur, Jaipur
DAY 01 : Delhi
Meet at Delhi airport and transfer to hotel. Overnight at hotel.
DAY 02 : Delhi
Tour of Delhi - the capital city of India. Visit Red Fort, Jama Masjid, Raj Ghat, Qutub Minar, Humayun's Tomb, India Gate and Parliament House. Overnight at hotel.
DAY 03 : Mandawa
Drive to Mandawa. Check in to the hotel, which is the erstwhile fort of a former king. Explore the town on own. Overnight at hotel.
DAY 04 : Bikaner
The city of the best breed camels in the world. Ride on the back of the "ship of the desert" and visit the Camel Breeding farms, Junagarh Fort, Lallgarh Palace and Fort Museum. Overnight at hotel.
DAY 05 : Jaisalmer
Depart for Jaisalmer. Visit the imposing Jaisalmer Fort, which is sure to leave you spellbound. Overnight at hotel.
DAY 06 : Jaisalmer
Morning camel safari to Badabagh, the site of royal cenotaphs of the former rulers of Jaisalmer. Visit a typical Rajasthani village.
DAY 07 : Jaisalmer
Take a camel safari and visit the magnificent "havelis" (mansions) with carved archways and intricate latticework.
DAY 08 : Jaisalmer
Visit the Manak Chowk - the main marketplace with narrow lanes dotted with famous "havelis" (mansions). Rest of the day free at leisure.
DAY 09 : Jaisalmer
Visit the three exquisitely carved Jain temples.
Day 10 : In Jaisalmer
Morning proceed for an excursion on camel back to a typical village in Rajasthan. Have an authentic village lunch and proceed to see the agricultural farms in the heart of the desert.
Day 11 : Jaisalmer Day free at leisure to walk around and enjoy the sunrise and sunset.
Day 12 : Jaisalmer Day free at leisure. Feel the golden hue of this famous "Golden City".
Day 13 : Jodhpur Morning drive to Jodhpur. Check in to hotel. Afternoon free at leisure.
Day 14 : Jodhpur Visit the majestic Mehrangarh Fort, Jaswant Thada and Umaid Bhawan Palace.
Day 15 : Jaipur Morning drive to the "Pink City" of Jaipur. On arrival, check in to hotel. Rest of the day free to relax.
Day 16 : Jaipur Visit Amber Fort, Hall of Victory, Jantar Mantar and Hawa Mahal.
Day 17 : Delhi Drive back to Delhi. On arrival proceed to hotel. After dinner transfer to airport.
