Rajasthan Travel Guide

» Area : 342, 239 sq.km 
» Population : 56,473,122 (2001 census)
» Languages : Rajasthani, Hindi, Marwari, English
» Best Time to Visit : October - March
» Capital City : Jaipur
» Airport : Jaipur, Udaipur, Jodhpur
» Major Towns : Ajmer, Jaipur, Jodhpur, Jaisalmer, Bikaner Ranthambore, Jhunjhunu, Udaipur

Mountains : 
Aravali hills.
Rivers : 
Chambal, Luni and Banas.

Climate : 
Very Hot & Dry and very little rainfall.

Vegetation : 
Babul, Cactus, & Throny Bushes grow here.

Occupation : 
Farming is the main occupation. The farmers grow wheat, bajra, jowar, pulses, cotton, oil-seeds and tobacco. The people of Rajasthan make beautiful handicrafts in brass, silver, lacquer, wood, leather and pottery.

People : 
Rajasthanis are sturdy, brave and cheerful people who are fond of wearing colourful clothes. Men wear kurta, dhoti and colourful turbans. The women wear a colourful blouse called kanchi, ghaghra and odhani.

Main Language : 
Rajasthani

Rajasthan, India's desert state, was once a collection of princely kingdoms where feudal traditions still carry on amidst forts and palace hotels. Rajasthan is where all the country's similes and metaphors appear to have come together to create a visual extravaganza.

Majestic palaces and rugged forts,spectacular deserts, wooded hills and tranquil lakes, bustling towns and quiet villages, amazing flora and fauna and of course, the colorful and vibrant people of Rajasthan form an intricate tapestry of mysticism, grandeur and rusticity.Behind the breathtaking beautiful facade,expect to find contradictions to the ordinary and mundane aspects of vacationing. Wherever you travel,particularly when you escape from the popular tourist destinations, you will come across the unexpected, whether it is a local fair or a bustling bazaar or mind-blowing architectural wonders. The mood and the rhythm of the countryside changes from one region to another,and from season to season.It is a land of magical fantasies that remain a lifetime memory.

Rajasthan Budget Tours
Places Covered :- Delhi, Agra, Jaipur, Pushkar, Mandawa, Bikaner, Gajner, Jaisalmer, Jodhpur
Duration :- 14 Days

Day 1: Arrive Delhi  Arrival at Delhi. Our representative shall meet you at the arrival visitor's lounge with a paging board. Transfer to your hotel. The representative shall complete all the formalities of check-in. A brief intro will be given about the travel tour over the dinner. Overnight at the hotel. Day 2: Delhi Sightseeing  After your choicest menu at breakfast you are out on your trip. A guided tour of the city takes you to the lustrous Mughal edifices of Red fort and Jama Masjid. Take a rickshaw ride through the bustling streets of Chandni Chok , once the main shopping hub of the royal family, enjoy some mouth watering delicacies of the market. Travel to the green meadows of Rajghat and India Gate. You are also taken to the magnificent Lotus Temple as well as the Birla Mandir. The day is over with such spectacular vision of the Qutab Minar, Rashtrapati Bhavan, The Mughal Gardens and many more. Finally, you are back in your hotel to rest for the night. Day 3: Delhi - Agra  After breakfast drive to Agra 203 km. It is a 4 hours journey, enjoy the country life through out your journey, vast green fields, cattle gazing nonchalantly and village folk in their native dress- typical of the country. Upon arrival in Agra - check in at the hotel. The morning retains tremendous charisma for you. You will be entranced at the view of the Taj Mahal adorned with the golden rays of the morning sun. This monument of love contrived in white marble will yes indeed, cast a spell on you. Later you will be guided to the Agra Fort, a huge colossal with its architectural splendor is worth watching other attraction of the fort is the beautiful view of the Taj from the premises of the fort-not to be missed. After lunch you will visit the tomb of Itimad ud Daulah - the first mughal building built out completely of marble, a predecessor to the Taj. Finally, you visit Sikandra, the tomb of the great Emperor Akbar. Overnight at the hotel. Day 4: Agra - Jaipur  After breakfast, drive to Jaipur en route visiting Fatehpur Sikri. On reaching check in the hotel. Start your trip to the Amber fort on an elephant safari to the fort. The Shish Mahal made up of glass built in the 17th century will surely enthrall you. Also visit the hall of public audiences and Maharaja Man Singh's Palace who had twelve queens. After lunch, drive to the Pink City to see the famous astronomical observatory- Jantar Mantar and the marvelous City Palace of the Maharaja of Jaipur. Palace holds much charm, you are impelled to be awestruck by the assortment of beautiful paintings, royal costumes, jewelry and arms and ammunitions. Evenings are at leisure, stroll in the bustling markets of Jaipur City and shop some artifacts, tie/dye textiles, mirror work handicrafts from the government emporiums. Stay for the night at your hotel. Day 5: Jaipur - Pushkar  Proceeds towards the Pushkar City in morning and check in the hotel. The city is famous for some of the beautiful temples dedicated to Brahma the Creator of Universe. The town is very popular for its scenic Pushkar Lake and Pushkar Fair. After lunch pay a homage to Brahma Temple then proceed for a motor cruiser in the Pushkar Lake and enjoy the picturesque view of the place. Also visit the 'Nag Pahar' that holds the attractions of Panchkund and some marvelous caves of the holy saint Agastya. Overnight at the hotel. Day 6: Pushkar Sightseeing  Morning has much charm for you, full day enjoyment at the famous Pushkar Fair. A fair full of festivity, merriment, games and laughter'. Enjoy some awesome photography of rich culture and tradition of Rajasthan and you will also get a change to see Rajasthani women decked out in all their traditional jewelry and colorful veils. It is just spellbinding to view camels festooned with motley of colors and ornaments participating in a camel race. Other attraction of the Pushkar is its unique accommodation in form of tents on the cool sand under the open sky, luxuriate in the bonfire with some traditional music and dances performed by the locals. Over night in the tent accommodation. Day 7: Pushkar - Mandawa  After breakfast proceed for Mandawa. Upon arrival check in at hotel. Start your trip to the Shekawati region. Wonder through the town that had a strong hold of Kayamkhani Nawabs till 1730. After lunch pay a visit to the marvelous creation of human hands- the havelis, These were the residence of the rich merchants, a showcase in themselves, fully carved and embellishes with paintings reflecting the life of the people. Overnight at hotel. Day 8: Mandawa - Bikaner - Gajner  After breakfast drive to Gajner en-route visit Bikaner. This desert town was founded by Roa Bikaji and holds the charm of its own. Pay a visit to Junagarh Fort and the Camel breeding farm both the most captivating sights. Proceed to Gajner, check in the Gajner hotel. You will be amazed at the sight of Gajner Palace with the splendid view of the lake, rightly addressed as a jewel in the Thar Desert. Explore the wildlife treasures of the palace and shoot through your video cam the most endangered species like antelopes, chinkara, black buck, neelgai. Overnight at the Palace hotel. Day 9: Gajner - Jaisalmer  In the morning after breakfast take a camel safari and wonder around the surroundings of Ganjer Palace. After lunch drive to Jaisalmer 260 km, on arrival check-in at hotel. Evening at leisure, pink out the specialties of Jaisalmer City tie-dyed fabrics, silver jewelry from the main shopping hubs - Pansart Bazzar, Sadar Bazzar and Manak Chowk. Overnight at the hotel. Day 10: Jaisalmer Sightseeing  After breakfast, visit this perfect Rajput walled desert city shimmering like a jewel over the golden sand. Your visit to the palaces, Jain temples and magnificent Havelis each richly decorated will be an astounding experience to know more about the true culture and rich tradition of the city. Evenings hold special charm on the golden sand, take a camel safari and explore the interiors of the desert life. Overnight stay in the tent accommodations. Day 11: Jaisalmer- Jodhpur  After early breakfast, drive to Jodhpur. Upon arrival check in at hotel. Start your Jodhpur City tour - the largest city in Rajasthan after Jaipur. Visit the fabulous Mandore gardens, the erstwhile capital of Marwar. Also enjoy your visit to the marvelous cenotaphs and the hall of local heroes of the wars. Evenings visit the splendor of the Umaid Bhawan Palace, you will be overwhelmed to know that the royal family still stays in the Palace and the portion is converted in to the hotel. Back to your hotel to retire for the night. Day 12: Jodhpur - Udaipur  After breakfast drive to Udaipur 280 km, en-route visit Ranakpur Temples famous for their architectural splendor. After breakfast at the hotel, you are guided to the beautiful City Palace that stores many artifacts of by gone era, royal dresses, Peacock Square also visit the miniature painting school. In the evening pay a visit to the temples of Nagada and Eklingji. Stay at the hotel for overnight. Day 13: Udaipur - Delhi  Morning, city tour of Udaipur continues. Visit the romantic Lake Palace amidst the Lake Pichola, constructed out of white marble that gleams in the sun, definitely takes your breath away. Late afternoon, enjoy a boat cruise on Lake Pichola at sunset visiting the Jagmandir Island - in the middle of the Romantic Lake Pichola. Evening at leisure, enjoy the recreational activities at the hotel, you can indulge in various sports activities, swimming or luxuriate in bar room with some finest wines of your choice. Night at hotel. Day 14: Udaipur- Delhi  Morning after breakfast transfer to the airport for Udaipur / Delhi flight. Upon arrival to Delhi airport, transfer to hotel. You are free to freak out in the markets of Delhi City. Enjoy shopping from the main shopping hubs like Cannought Palace, Palika Bazaars. Dinner at the hotel. Later in evening you are transfer to the Indra Gandhi Airport for flight back home.