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Rajasthan Tour with Taj
Rajasthan with Ajanta Ellora
Duration : 14 Days
Destination Covered : Mumbai - Aurangabad - Bhuj - Udaipur - Chittorgarh
- Bundi - Jaipur - New Delhi
Day
01: Mumbai: On arrival you will be met by our representative &
transferred to hotel, where we will be holding the rooms on ready occupancy
basis. After traditional welcome check in into hotel. Overnight to be spent
at hotel.
Day 02: Aurangabad: After Breakfast, one hour boat ride across Mumbai
Harbor brings you to the lush green Elephanta Island. Here, visit some of the
huge and intricately carved Elephanta Caves that date back to the 8th century.
For rows of massive columns cut into solid rock from three magnificent avenues,
lead to the outstanding three-headed sculpture representing Brahma the Creator,
Vishnu the Preserver and Shiva the Destroyer. Dedicated to Shiva, the beauty
and power of these phenomenal sculptures depicting the various manifestations
of Shiva is overpowering.
Later in the afternoon transfer to the airport for Bombay/Aurangabad flight.
Lea arrival met and transferred to hotel rest of the day at Leisure. Dinner
and overnight at hotel.
Day
03: Aurangabad: After breakfast proceed for a full day tour of Ajanta Caves
& Ellora Caves.
Ajanta Caves - located 100 kms, northeast of Aurangabad in the Waghora valley.
These magnificent rock-cut caves, 30 in number, date from 2nd BC to 7th Century
AD. They are exclusively Buddhist, unique in that they combine three forms of
Art - architecture, sculpture and painting. The superb frescoes and paintings
depict episodes from the Jataka stories and the life of Lord Buddha. (Closed
on Mondays)
Ellora Caves - 30 kms from Aurangabad lie the finest rock cut cave temples of
Ellora - 10th & 11th century, which encompasses the three religion - Hinduism,
Buddhism and Jainism. Of the 34 caves that are both monasteries and temples,
the most remarkable is the magnificent Kailasa temple. The entire structure
was carved out of a monolith and took over 100 years to complete. The temple
itself is decorated with themes and incidents from the ancient legends and puranas
in a manner that leaves one in rapturous delight.
Day 04: Bhuj: Morning move to Bhuj, the gateway to Kachch, the desert
with beaches, wild life, history and the living heritage of crafts. Overnight
stay at the hotel.
Day 05: Bhuj: In the morning explore the city and nearby craft centers
also. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Day
06: Mumbai: In Morning transfer to the airport for Bombay flight .Upon arrival
met and transferred to hotel. Later city tour of Mumbai - the great port city
with its Victorian Gothic buildings from the British Raj Era mingling with the
modern. The tour includes 'Gateway of India' overlooking the Harbour, the 'Towers
of Silence', 'Marine Drive', the 'Colaba Causeway' - the commercial heart of
Bombay and the Dhobi Ghat, the unique and colourful outdoor 'laundry'. Drive
upto the Malabar Hill to the lovely 'Hanging Gardens' and the Kamla Nehru Park
from where you will get a wonderful view of Mumbai and the Arabian Sea, spread
out before you. Also visit Mani Bhawan, a small museum dedicated to the life
and works of Mahatma Gandhi, and the bustling Crawford Market. Overnight at
hotel.
Day 07: Udaipur: Breakfast will be given at the hotel. You will check
out and move to the airport for your flight to Udaipur.
Udaipur: It is often called as 'The Jewel of Mewar' because of its beautiful
lakes. It is still ruled by the Sisodia Dynasty, since 1200 years.
Check in to the hotel as soon as you reach Udaipur. You may relax in the afternoon
at the hotel. In the evening, you will be taken for a motor launch cruise on
the Lake Pichola. You will also visit the Jag Mandir Palace, which is an island
palace in the middle of the lake. Overnight stay will be at Udaipur
Day
08: Udaipur: After having lunch at the hotel you proceed for sight seeing.
You will be taken to the City Palace and the Peacock Courtyard, Sahelion-ki-Bari
Gardens, the Jagdish Temple and the Local Folk Museum. You will enjoy a sumptuous
dinner at Devigarh Palace Hotel. Overnight stay will be at Udaipur.
Day 09: Chittorgarh: Today after an early morning breakfast we leave
for Chittorgarh covering a distance of 112 kms. Upon arrival at Chittorgarh,
check-in at a hotel of your choice. Freshen up and relax for sometime to be
in perfect mood for an exciting sight seeing trip of Chittorgarh.You will be
visiting the ancient Chittorgarh Fort which used to be the capital of the Mewar
Kingdom, mostly under the renowned Sisodia Rajputs. Other places to visit are
Vijay Stambh, Kirti Stambh, Padmini's Palace and Rana Khumbha's palace. Overnight
at hotel.
Day 10: Bundi: Leaving behind happy memories of Chittorgarh, we proceed
to a quaint little Rajasthan town of Bundi. Upon arrival at Bundi, check-in
at a hotel of your choice. After a brief relaxation, embark on a sightseeing
tour of Bundi and its surrounding areas. Overnight at Bundi.
Day 11: Bundi: After Breakfast Full day City Tour Of Bundi Visiting,
Taragarh Fort, Havelies & Temples. Late Afternoon Return To Hotel For Overnight.
Day
12: Jaipur: In the morning we will drive to Jaipur. A warm welcome from
the hotel member. This is your first day in Jaipur and we want you to know the
city better. Instead of sightseeing, you will be enrolled in exploring its markets.
Jaipur markets are famous world wide and presents array of articles which are
wanted all over the world.
Famous markets in Jaipur are : Johari Bazaar, Bapu Bazaar and Nehru Bazaar,
Kishanpol Bazaar,Tripolia Bazaar, Khazana Walon Ka Rasta
There are number of things which you can purchase from Jaipur. Bandhej or Tye
and Dye is one product which is purchased randomly from Jaipur. This technique
is done cotton or silk fabric and is available in bright colours. Post lunch,
you will be involved in discovering the colourful Jaipur. There are number of
attractions which make Jaipur a fascinating place. We will arrange a small cultural
fiesta in the hotel where you can see cultural dance and eat ethnic food. This
fiesta will not be complete untill you show your dancing skills. Try shaking
your waist on the musical dance drama and see how much you have imbibed Rajasthan
on your tour. Overnight at hotel.
Day
- 13: Jaipur: On the second day of your tour, you will be majorly invovled
in sightseeing. We will cover Hawa Mahal, City Palace, Amber fort and Nahargarh
fort as your touristic destination. Your second day will be quite busy as you
will be covering many big and small tourists spots. You will have your lunch
on the tour itself. Just enjoy the day. Overnight at hotel.
Day 14: New Delhi: Late morning drive to Delhi (180 kms). Upon arrival
in Delhi - freshen up at hotel. Later transfer to airport.
Rajasthan with Ajanta Ellora
