Tour Code - PHRJ 05

DAY 01: JAIPUR
Arrive Jaipur On arrival check into the Hotel. Balance of the day is free. Late afternoon optional visit to Chokhi Dhani an ethnic village resort to view folk dances, puppet show, camel ride etc. Enjoy Rajasthani Dinner and Overnight at the Hotel.

DAY 02: JAIPUR
After breakfast excursion to Amber Fort, the Old capital of Jaipur Rulers. Ride on the back of an elephant from the foots of the hill up to the gates of the fortress. Afternoon sightseeing tour of Jaipur including Maharaja's museum and Jai Singh's Astronomical Observatory and Hawa Mahal. Overnight at the hotel.

DAY 03: JAIPUR TO BIKANER (321 KMS / 7-8 HRS),
In the morning drive to Bikaner (321 kms) this is true desert country and situated directly on the ancient caravan route which linked west / central Asia and North India. On arrival transfer to the hotel. Evening visit the market. Overnight at the Hotel.

DAY 04: BIKANER
Full day visit of Bikaner city, which covers Junagadh Fort. Raja Rai Singh built this impressive fort. It is encircled by a moat and houses many outstanding palaces, pavilions and temples made of red sandstone and marble with kiosks and Balconies and Lalgarh Palace, etc. Evening free for shopping and overnight at the Hotel.

DAY 05: MANDAWA (200KMS/ 4 HR)
After Breakfast drive to Mandawa (200kms) known as Shekawati, an open air art Gallery of Rajasthan. The region is unique as nowhere in the world there is such a profusion of exquisite wall paintings with utmost care and perfection, in hundred of havelis, temples, cenotaphs, wells and forts. Afternoon arrive Mandawa- the 18th century town predominated by the fort and rugged hills, notable for the Chukchansi, Lidia & Saraf havelis.On arrival check into hotel. Rest of the day free for leisure activity. Overnight at the Hotel.

DAY 06: MANDAWA
After Breakfast visit the printed havelies of the Dundlod town and surrounding areas of Mandawa and Nawalgarh. The Painted Havelies of the region are called The Open air art Galleries Continue visit of Mukundgarh - well known for its brass and iron scissors, and Dundlod- this small charming town has a fort, palace and the Goenka havelis which have some fine frescoes. Evening return to the Hotel for overnight stay.

DAY 07: SARISKA (250KM / 5HR)
Mandawa - Sariska (250 kms) 37 kms from Alwar nestled in the quaint surroundings of Aravali this thickly wooded part throbs with life. The Sariska Tiger Reserve & national park, has rich and varied animal populations. Afternoon arrival at Sariska and visit the palace and surroundings. Evening take Jeep ride to the sanctuary. Overnight at the hotel.

DAY 08: BHARATPURA (130KM / 3 HR)
Sariska to Bharatpur. Morning safari in the sanctuary. Afternoon drive to Bharatpur (130 kms) - Better known for the Keoladeo National Park a unique bird park. Evening arrive at Bharatpur and on arrival check in at hotel. Take jeep safari to view wildlife around the park. Over night at the Hotel.

DAY 09: BHARATPUR TO AGRA (321 KMS / 7-8 HRS),
Morning drive to Agra (321 kms / 7-8 hrs), (65 kms/ 2HR) via Fatehpur Sikri on arrival check in to the hotel. Rest of the day explores the grand monuments of Agra. In the Afternoon visit Taj Mahal and later in the afternoon Majestic Agra fort followed by Itmad-Ud-Daullah also referred to as Baby Taj. Evening time for shopping and overnight at Hotel.

DAY 10: AGRA TO JAIPUR (232KM/ 4 HR)
Drive to Jaipur (232kms) to connect onward flight / train