Desert and Ganga Tour

Destinations Covered: Delhi - Rishikesh - Corbett - Mandawa - Bikaner - Jaisalmer - Jodhpur - Udaipur - Pushkar - Jaipur - Agra - Delhi
Duration: 18 Nights/19 Days

Day 01: Arrival at Delhi
On your arrival, you will be received by our representative at the airport. Thereafter you will be escorted to the hotel. After taking some rest, you will proceed for the city sightseeing excursion. In city tour, you would be taken to Old & New Delhi's famous tourist spots such as Red Fort, Jama Masjid, Shanti Van, Raj Ghat, Humayun Tomb and Qutab Minar. This would be followed by a visit to the India Gate, President House and Parliament. Later, in the evening, you will return to hotel for dinner & overnight stay.

Day 02: Delhi - Rishikesh
In the morning, you will check-out from the hotel and move towards your next destination Rishikesh, which is 230 km away from Delhi. 'Rishikesh' is a name of Lord Vishnu which means 'lord of the senses'. Situated at the bank of river Ganges, it is well known for its yoga, meditation and Ayurvedic centers. It is a very enchanting place to understand Hindu religion and pilgrims at the end of the journey of Garhwal and Kumaon Himalaya. Upon your arrival, you will be escorted to the hotel. Evening is at your leisure. Overnight stay will be at the hotel.

Day 03: Rishikesh
Early in the morning, after having breakfast, you will be taken for the city sightseeing tour. You would be visiting to Bharat Mandir. It was built by Adiguru Shankaracharya in the 12th century and is situated in the heart of the old town, on the banks of the Ganges. Thereafter you would be taken for a visit to the Triveni Ghat, Rishikund, Tera Manzil temple, Laxman Temple. In the afternoon, you will be driven 24 kms towards Haridwar. After exploring some of the famous tourist attractions of Haridwar, you will be driven back to Rishikesh. Later in the evening, you would be witnessing the sacred Ganga Aarti at the bank of river Ganges. Overnight stay will be at the hotel.

Day 04: Rishikesh - Corbett
On this day, you will move further towards your next destination Corbett, sited at a distance of about 180 km from Rishikesh. It is also known as Jim Corbett National Park. Sprawling over an area of 535 sq. km, the Jim Corbett National Park is situated in the southeastern sector of Pauri Garhwal. It is famous for its extensive species of flora & fauna. The park is rich in wildlife and is home to elephant, tiger, panther, sambhar, blue bull hyena and so on. You would be accommodated in a lodge upon reaching here. Overnight stay will be in the lodge.

Day 05: Corbett National Park
In the morning, after having breakfast, you would be taken for the park sightseeing. This full day, you will be free to explore the magnificent wildlife and have chance to indulge yourself in the scenic beauty of the nature and mesmerizing views of the mountains, river and valley. Later, in the evening, you will return to the lodge for dinner & overnight stay.

Day 06: Corbett - Delhi
In the morning, you will proceed further and drive 275 km towards Delhi. As soon as you reach there, our representative will escort you to the hotel. Later you will be free to enjoy the leisure time as no activities are scheduled for the day. You can explore the nearby areas or can relax at the hotel. You can even go for souvenir shopping at the local markets. Overnight stay will be at the hotel.

Day 07: Delhi - Mandawa
On seventh day morning, you will be driven 240 km to Mandawa. Located at the half-desert of Shekhawati, a very original landscape in which the Marwari tradesmen built their palaces discerningly, it is referred to as the open art gallery of Rajasthan. The fascinating mansions (havelis) & forts with lavishly painted walls reflect the culture of Shekhawati region. Check-in to a hotel on reaching there. Thereafter you would be taken for exploring the castles and havelis of the region. Overnight stay will be at the hotel.

Day 08: Mandawa - Bikaner
In the morning, you will check-out from the hotel and move further towards Bikaner. En route you will be driven through the mid of Thar Desert. On the way, you will witness the camel caravans, sheep-flocks, shepherds and nomads and many other things. Bikaner is a true desert town surrounded with the sparkling golden sand. Upon your arrival, you will be accommodated in the hotel. Later, you would be taken for a city sightseeing tour of the fortress, palace and the rat temple. Overnight stay will be at the hotel.

Day 09: Bikaner - Jaisalmer
In the morning, you will be driven 330 km towards Jaisalmer, popularly known as Golden City of India. Deep in the heart of Thar Desert, Jaisalmer is one of the last princely bastions in the region. Check-in to a hotel on reaching there. Thereafter, in the afternoon, you would be taken for a city sightseeing excursion. You will be visiting some of the famous spots such as Jaisalmer Fort which was built in 1156 AD. This would be followed by a visit to the Jain Temple and havelis or town-mansions. The architecture of the mansions reflects the culture and tradition of the Rajputs. Later you will visit Gharisagar and Amarsagar. Overnight stay will be at the hotel.

Day 10: Jaisalmer
In the morning, after having breakfast, you will be taken for a camel safari around Jaisalmer. Full day you will be enjoying the camel ride in the golden sand of Thar Desert. You would be visiting various sand dunes, exploring the nearby surrounding and small villages. The vibrant colors of Rajasthan is sure to give you the feel of the goodness of the Rajasthani culture. Later, in the evening, you will return to the hotel for overnight stay.

Day 11: Jaisalmer - Jodhpur
On eleventh morning, you will drive further for 320 km towards Jodhpur. It is also known as the Sun City, and is one of the most distinctive princely states of Rajasthan. The graceful palaces, forts and temples spotted throughout the city, bring alive the historic sumptuousness of the place. Upon your arrival, you will be checked-in to the hotel. Thereafter, you will proceed for the city sightseeing tour where you would be visiting the Mehrangarh Fort which was founded in 1459. Later, you would be visiting Jaswant Thada, a white marble memorial, built by Sardar Singh in 1899 in the memory of Maharja Jaswant Singh II. Later you will be taken to Mahamandir. Overnight stay will be at the hotel.

Day 12: Jodhpur - Udaipur
On this day, in the morning, you will be driven 290 km towards Udaipur, the City of Lakes. En route you will visit Ranakpur, which known for its marble Jain temple. It is located on the western side of the Aravalli Range and is dedicated to the God Adinatha. Later you will continue with the drive to Udaipur. Udaipur is described as the most romantic city of India with its emerald lakes. It is also known for its Rajput-era palaces. As soon as you reach there, our representative will escort you to the hotel. Evening is at your leisure. You can explore the nearby areas on your own. Overnight stay will be at the hotel.

Day 13: Udaipur
The thirteenth day is for the Udaipur sightseeing tour. After having breakfast, you would be taken for the visit of City Palace which is situated on the east bank of Lake Pichola. This will be continued with a visit to the Jagdish Temple. It was built by Maharana Jagat Singh in the 1651 AD and is known for its Indo-Aryan architecture. Then you will visit to Sahelion Ki Bari which means Garden-of-the-Maids. It is famous for its lotus-shaped pools, marble pavilions and elephant-shaped fountains. Thereafter you will visit Pratap Memorial, Fatehsagar and Lake Pichola. Later, in the evening, you will return to hotel for dinner & overnight stay.

Day 14: Udaipur - Pushkar
In the morning, you will check-out from the hotel and drive further for 270 kms towards Pushkar. Pushkar is frequently known as Tirth Raj - the king of pilgrimage sites. It is a very important pilgrimage center for the Hindus with its holy lake, ghats and temples. It is also world famous for its huge camel fair. Upon your arrival, you will check-in the hotel. Thereafter, you will be free to enjoy your own leisure time as no activities are planned for the day. Overnight stay will be at the hotel.

Day 15: Pushkar - Jaipur
Early in the morning, you would be taken for a visit to some of the bathing Ghats surrounding the Lake and the Brahma temple. It will be a chance for you to mesmerize yourself with the morning beauty of the lake and the picturesque holy surroundings. Thereafter in the afternoon, you will move further towards Jaipur, popularly known as the Pink City. It will be a drive of 150 km. It is located at the edge of the Great Indian Desert. You would be accommodated in a hotel. Overnight stay will be at the hotel.

Day 16: Jaipur
In the morning, after having breakfast, you will be taken for the city excursion. Firstly you would be visiting to Amber Fort, the once capital of the Jaipur State, where you go up the Fort on an elephant back. Thereafter you will drive back to Jaipur where you will visit the City Palace, Observatory and local bazaars. While visiting the local markets, you will explore the true colors and tradition of the Rajasthan. You can enjoy the variety of Rajasthani food or can buy the handmade products. Overnight stay will be at the hotel.

Day 17: Jaipur - Agra
In the morning, you will drive further 240 kms towards Agra. En route you will be visiting the sandstone city of Fatehpur Sikri. Upon your arrival, our representative will escort you to the hotel. For the remaining day, no activities are scheduled. As such, you are free to enjoy the leisure time as your own. Overnight stay will be at the hotel.

Day 18: Agra - Delhi
This day is reserved for city sightseeing tour. Sightseeing excursion begins with a visit to the magnificent and glorious Taj Mahal. It is one of the Seven Wonders of the World. Built by Emperor Shah Jahan in the memory of his beloved wife Mumtaj Mahal, Taj Mahal is truly an epitome of love. Thereafter you would be taken for a visit to the Agra Fort and the Itmad-Ud-Daula's Tomb. Later, you will drive for 210 km to Delhi. En route you will visit Sikandra Fort, a splendid mausoleum of the Emperor Akbar. Upon your arrival, you will be transferred to the hotel. Overnight stay will be at the hotel.

Day 19: Departure from Delhi
In the morning, according to your departure schedule, our representative will transfer you to the international airport from where you can catch a flight for your onward destination.

Also Mapped to: • Jaipur Tours • New Delhi Tours • Rishikesh Tours • Pushkar Tours • Jodhpur Tours • Jaisalmer Tours • Bikaner Tours • Udaipur Tours • Agra Tours