Duration: 07 Nights / 08 Days
Places Covered: Delhi - Jaipur - Jaisalmer- Jodhpur- Sawai Madhopur-
Chittaurgarh- Udaipur- Agra & Bharatpur- Delhi
Day 01: Delhi
Welcome aboard to the Luxury Train Tour of Palace on Wheels. The Tour Departs
in the evening from Delhi for Jaipur.
Day 02: Jaipur
Jaipur is the capital city of one of India's most colorful and vibrant states,
Rajasthan. It is surrounded on all sides by rugged hills, crowned with forts
& enclosed by embattled walls. Houses with latticed windows line the
streets, their rose pink color lending enchantment to the scene which is
almost magical at sunset. Places of Interest include Hawa Mahal or the Palace
of Winds, a remarkable five storeyed building in pink splendor, the Amber
Fort, City Palace, Jantar Mantar and various other monuments from medieval
times. This town is also famous for its semi- precious stones, gems &
jewelery, & woolen carpets.
Day 03: Jaisalmer
Founded by Rawal Jaisal in the twelfth century, Jaisalmer evokes a vivid
picture of sheer magic and brilliance of the desert and is today one of
Rajasthan's best-loved tourist destinations. Local color and warmth prevail
over the inhospitable and forbidding terrain, imbuing the medieval town
with a special magic. The yellow sandstone fort is an imposing sight,
towering majestically over the city. The nearby shifting sand dunes of
Sam remind you of Sahara Desert.
Day 04: Jodhpur
Famous for its rock-solid Mehrangarh Fort built in mid 15th century by
Rao Jodha, the founder of the city, Jodhpur is the second largest city
of Rajasthan. Part of the Desert Tourist Triangle, the old Jodhpur city
is surrounded by a 10 Km long wall with eight gates serving as entrances
and the new city is settled around this walled area. Jodhpur houses grand
palaces like the Moti Mahal, Sheesh Mahal and the Phool Mahal. In these
exquisite palaces, forts, temples and havelis, the genius of its sculptors
comes to life and stand as a testimony to the imperial grandeur of the
city. The Umaid Bhawan Palace hotel is said to be the biggest private
residence of single individual.
Day 05: Morning: Sawai Madhopur (Ranthambhor)
Sawai Madhopur plays host to the Ranthambor wildlife sanctuary that houses
the Indian tiger. It is the best place to see these majestic predators
in their normal pursuits. The park is also home to 300 species of birds
and hyena, ratel, jackal and fox among other species. There are Lake Palaces,
chhatris, old fortifications and a majestic 1,000-year-old fort overlooking
the park. The lovely Jogi Mahal is located at the foot of the fort and
gives magnificent view of the Padam Talao, painted white with water lilies.
Day 05: Evening: Chittorgarh
Chittaurgarh owes its name to the women of the city who performed 'jauhar'
or immolated themselves to escape the designs of foreign conquerors. Legends
of valor and chivalry surround the majestic Chittaurgarh fort.
Day 06: Udaipur
Udaipur is better known as the 'city of lakes'. One of the most romantic
places in India, it is situated around the shimmering clear blue water
lakes, which whisper the mood of a bygone era. The two most famous lakes
are Pichola and Udai Sagar. The city also has beautiful palaces, the Jag
Niwas (Lake Palace), and the Jag Mandir, which appears to rise as if from
the blue waters of the lake Pichola. Udaipur is also famous for its miniature
paintings.
Day 07: Morning: Agra
Meaning paradise in Sanskrit, Agra is a place made famous by the Taj Mahal,
a moment that has come to epitomes love. Built by Shah Jahan in memory
of his wife, Mumtaz Mahal, it is one of the most visited and photographed
sights in the world. Also famous for its marble showrooms.
Day 07: Afternoon: Bharatpur
Bharatpur is famous for its bird sanctuary, the nesting place for thousands
of Egrets, Siberian cranes, migratory water Fowl and other species of
birds.
Day 08: Delhi
After early breakfast, a week in wonderland comes to an end.
Bharti