Far Pavilions the First Capital of Mughals
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Steve Mccurry Photography Far Pavilions The First capital of Mughals William Dalrymple, the author of the City of Djinns, is our inspiration to take you on a journey through the first city of India. D E L H I The capital of India is a bustling metropolis that successfully combines the ancient and the modern in its folds. It’s rich heritage is visible through a series of national monuments, museums, cultural hubs, art-galleries and vast expanse of gardens. Known for multi-lingual and varied cultural dynasties of rulers, it’s the cultural and political hub of India!! TAJ MAHAL The Taj Mahal can still mesmerize you! The Taj Mahal is phenomenal not in the beauty alone that shines forth, but in the deep planning and design that went into its making, and the ethereal idea of immortalizing love. Construction of this enchanting mausoleum, on the banks of river Yamuna started in 1631 and it took 22 years to complete with the help of an estimated 20000 workers. Prayers & Promenade Connect Rajasthan through the interesting trail ! Dholpur Raj Niwas Palace Fatehpur Sikri JAIPUR Jaipur, Rajasthan’s capital, is an enthralling historical city and the gateway to India’s most flamboyant state. Jungarh Fort, Bikaner The majestic Mehrangarh Fort Discover JODHPUR Admire the beauty of temples And witness the mesmerizing folk music & dance at Sun Temple in Ranakpur! Dance, music, lights, colors, tempting food and vibrant costumes, there is something eccentric about the Ranakpur festival that make it irresistible! And stalk the leopards in Jawai The unspoilt wilderness… Where leopards roam wild. Lying just minutes upstream of the Jawai barrage, one of western Rajasthan’s largest reservoirs which attracts migratory birds, including flamingo, geese and cranes. Your Stays! The Claridges Chambal Safari Lodge Ramathra Fort Delhi Chambal Ramathra Narain Niwas Palace Gajner Palace Raas Haveli Jaipur Gajner Jodhpur The Royal Castle Jawai Leopard Camp Amet Haveli Ghanerao Jawai Udaipur YOUR PROGRAM Day 1: Arrive Delhi by LX 146 at 2355 hours. Overnight I The Claridges Day 2: Explore Delhi. Day 3: Early morning train to Agra (Shatabdi Exp. @ 0600-0806 Hrs). On arrival, visit Taj Mahal & Agra fort. Later transfer to Chambal 68 Kms & approx. 1 Hr). Overnight I Chambal Safari Lodge Day 4: Morning enjoy boat ride at Chambal River, Camel ride to Ater Fort & evening visit the Bateshwar Temple to witness aarti ceremony. Day 5: Amble towards Dholpur (78 Kms & approx. 2 Hrs). Brunch at Raj Niwas, transfer to Bharatpur en-route visiting Sikri (98 Kms & approx. 2 Hrs). Board your train to Gangapur City. Transfer to Ramathra. Overnight I Ramathra Fort Day 6: Jeep ride to the local villages & experience the interaction with villagers. Visit the Utgir fort and cave temples of Ghanteshvar & Kurka. Day 7: Morning at leisure. Later drive to Jaipur (200 Kms & approx. 4.5 Hrs) and transfer to the hotel. Overnight I Narain Niwas Day 8: Morning excursion to Amer Fort. Afternoon visit the Maharaja’s Palace, Observatory & drive past Wind Palace. Day 9: Early start for Gajner (370 Kms & approx. 6 Hrs) en- route visiting Painted Havelis of Mandawa. After lunch in Mandawa, continue to Gajner Overnight I Gajner Palace Day 10: Excursion to Bikaner. Visit the Junagarh fort & Camel breeding farm. Evening free to explore the area. Day 11: Move on to Jodhpur (268 Kms & approx. 5.5 Hrs) en-route lunch at Nagaur. Afternoon visit Mehrangarh fort & Jaswant Thada. Overnight I Raas Haveli Day 12: Drive to Ghanerao (153 Kms & approx. 3 Hrs) and transfer to the hotel. Evening exploring the Ranakpur Fair. Overnight I Ghanerao Royal Castle Day 13: Morning visit the fair. Afternoon drive to Jawai (48 Kms & approx. 1.5 Hrs) & transfer to the camp. Overnight I Jawai Leopard Camp Day 14: Early morning game drive in search of Leopards. Evening village safari. Day 15: Drive to Udaipur (138 Kms & approx. 3 Hrs). Evening enjoy boat ride at Lake Pichola. Overnigh I Amet Haveli Day 16: Sightseeing of Udaipur. Evening fly to Delhi (9W 2630 @ 2045/2225 Hrs). On arrival, connect flight LX 147 to Zurich at 0205 Hrs. Route Map DELHI GAJNER BHARATPUR AGRA CHAMBAL JAIPUR JODHPUR RAMATHRA DHOLPUR GHANERAO JAWAI UDAIPUR Write to us at [email protected] for further details… .