India Cultural Holidays
Day 06: Agra- Fatehpur Sikri - Jaipur
Cultural Holidays India, Morning tour the Fort and the magnificent Taj Mahal. Drive to Jaipur enroute visit Fatehpur Sikri, India's "Pompei" once a glittering imperial capital, later mysteriously abandoned. Proceed towards Jaipur, the capital city of Rajasthan, also known as the "Pink City." Jaipur gained its colourful name after its buildings were painted pink for the visit of Prince Albert in 1876.. Arrive and check-in hotel. Overnight at hotel in Jaipur.
Day 07: Jaipur
Excursion to Amber Fort.You are transported back in time today, riding royally atop elegantly draped and painted elephants, up into the high mountain fortress of Amber. A complex of palaces, temples, mirror inlaid public halls, this is an exquisite example of Rajput architecture. Afternoon visit the Hawa Mahal or "Palace of Winds", City Palace and the ancient observatory. Overnight at hotel in Jaipur.
Day 08: Jaipur - Jodhpur
Morning free. Later drive towards Jodhpur (321 km). Reach Jodhpur. Rest of the day free. Overnight at hotel in Jodhpur.
Day 09: Jodhpur
Cultural Holidays India, Sightseeing this morning covers the invincible Mehrangarh Fort, the magnificent palaces within, containing marvelously carved panels, latticed windows housing a fabulous collection of Rajput art. Visit the Jaswant Thada, a graceful marble cenotaph built in 1899 for Maharajah Jaswant Singh II and monuments to other Maharajahs of Jodhpur. Overnight at hotel in Jodhpur.
Day 10: Jodhpur - Ranakpur - Udaipur
This morning depart for Udaipur (260 km). Stop en route and tour the beautifully sculpted Jain temples of Ranakpur. The intricately carved white marble is so well preserved it belies the temple's 500 years. Arrive and check-in hotel. Overnight at hotel in Udaipur.
Day 11: Udaipur - Kumbhalgarh
Morning Excursion to Kumbhalgarh, cradled in the cluster of thirteen mountain peaks of the Aravalli ranges, the formidable medieval citadel stands a wary sentinel to the past glory. Rising from a prominent ridge, 1914 meters high from the sea level, the fort was built in 15th century A.D. by Maharana Kumbha (1419-63 A.D. ) and is the principal fortification lying 90 km north-west of Udaipur. Afternoon sightseeing tour of the "City of Lakes," known as one of the most picturesque and romantic cities of India. Visit City Palace, Saheliyon ki Bari or Garden of Maids and the folklore museum where you can see a presentation of the string puppet show typical to this area. Overnight at hotel in Udaipur.
Day 12: Udaipur - Mount Abu
Morning drive to Mount Abu. Check iin hotel. Mount Abu is more than just a summer retreat. Its stunning array of exquisite Dilwara Jain Temples dating back 11th- 13th century make it a popular pilgrimage center visiting its natural attractions and splendid temples. Visit Nakki Lake (enjoy boating), Gomukh Temple, Dilwara Jain Temple and Bhramkumari. Visit Vimala-Vasahi. Overnight stay at hotel in Mount Abu.
Day 13: Mount Abu - Ahmedabad
Morning drive 221 km to reach Ahmedabad. Check in hotel. Ahmedabad is associated with Mahatma Gandhi, the Apostle of peace and non violence. Later in the day visit the Gandhi Ashram. Then you proceed to visit the Shaking Minarets (when one minaret of the Sidi Bashir's Mosque is shaken the other minarets vibrate too). Evening free. Overnight at hotel in Ahmedabad.
Day 14: Ahmedabad - Onwards
Morning drop to Ahmedabad station / airport for onward journey.
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