THE DESERT CIRCUIT

This famous tour encompasses different desert cities of Rajasthan. Nothing can prepare the visitor for the sheer magic and brilliance of these desert cities. The camel rides on the sand dunes of these deserts are an unforgettable experience as are the sunsets. These places boasts of some very fine reminders of the glorious past- palaces, forts, temples and other elegant monuments of architectural, historical value - an unforgettable treat for any visitor taking this route.

Duration: - 10 nights / 11 days TOUR CODE NO: - LD/01 (Destinations Covered: - Jaipur - Ajmer- Jodhpur - Jaiselmer - Bikaner )

ITINERARY

Day I – JAIPUR (Pink City – visit to Hawamahal)

· On Arrival at Jaipur (built in 1727 A.D) you are given a traditional welcome by our representative. There after you are transferred to the hotel.

· We start the full day sight seeing tour of Jaipur – The pink city. First on the line is the Amber fort, on the way we have a look at the Hawamahal (Palace of winds built in 1799 A.D), then we proceed to the Jaigarh fort (the biggest cannon in India is here).

· · After a short break at the hotel, we leave for Chokhi Dhani, an ethnic Rajasthani village resort. Here you can experience the typical Rajasthani environment & enjoy Folk dances & music, Magic show, camel ride, bullock cart ride & most of all the delicious Rajasthani food.

Day II - JAIPUR (VISIT TO CITY PALACE , JANTAR MANTAR & AN EXCURSION TO SAMODE) (1.5 HRS / 30 KMS)

In This morning we proceed to the City palace (museum) & Jantar Mantar (a stone observatory).

· After lunch we leave for an excursion to Samode Palace (40 kms from Jaipur). We have our Dinner at Samode only. We reach back Jaipur by late evening. Overnight at hotel.

Day III – JAIPUR - JODHPUR (A SHOPPER’S PARADISE) (6.5 HRS / 330 KMS)

· The adventure begins this morning as we set off for Jodhpur which was founded by Rao Jodha in 1459 A.D. “Set at the edge of the Thar desert, the imperial city of Jodhpur echoes with tales of antiquity in the emptiness of the desert. “ We reach Jodhpur around late evening only. Overnight at hotel.

Day IV - JODHPUR (VILLAGE SAFARI)

· After breakfast we move for the full day sight seeing of Jodhpur, which includes: - The Mehrangarh fort, Jaswant Thada, Girdikot & Sardar market and city tour. Overnight at hotel.

Day V - JODHPUR – JAISALMER (ROMANTIC SUNSET ON SAND DUNES) 6 HRS / 340 kms)

· The adventure begins this morning as we set off for Jaisalmer which was founded by Rawal Jaisal in 1156 A.D. “Rising from the heart of the Thar desert like a golden mirage is the city of Jaisalmer“

· We reach Jaisalmer around late evening only. Overnight at hotel.

Day VI – JAISALMER (THE CAMEL SAFARI)

· An exciting beginning today we leave for the sight seeing of Jaisalmer.

· Here we will see the following places: - The fort, Gadsisar lake, Patwon ki haveli & Salim Singh ki haveli. Overnight stay at hotel.

Day VII – JAISALMER (THE CAMEL SAFARI)

· The adventure starts this morning with an excursion to the Sam sand dunes. It is said that no visit to Jaisalmer is complete without a trip to the most picturesque dunes of Sam. You will be taken to an adventurous & romantic camel safari of 1 night & 2 days. Lunch & dinner enroute camel safari. Overnight at camps.

Day VIII - JAISALMER

· The camel safari comes to an end today afternoon. Breakfast enroute camel safari. Evening at leisure. Overnight stay at hotel.

Day IX – JAISALMER – BIKANER (FOUNDED BY RAO BIKAJI IN 1488 AD)

· Early morning we leave for Bikaner (the citadel of culture & camels). Late evening we reach Bikaner (founded in 1488 A.D by Rao Bikaji). Overnight at hotel.

Day X - BIKANER

· After a hearty breakfast we start our full day sight seeing of Bikaner city. We first drive to the Junagarh fort (A fort made in red sandstone in 1593 A.D), and then we visit the Ganga Golden Jubilee Museum (it is one of the best museums in Rajasthan). In afternoon we explore the Suraj pole gate & the city. Overnight at hotel.

Day XI – JAIPUR (THE PINK CITY)

· At the end of this exciting tour we set off back for Jaipur. TOUR ENDS

· CATCH DOMESTIC FLIGHT/ TRAIN THE SAME / NEXT DAY (AS PER YOUR PROGRAM) FROM AIRPORT OR RAILWAY STATION, FOR YOUR NEXT DESTINATION / HOME TOWN.

· WE HOPE YOU HAD A WONDERFUL TIME EXPLORING RAJASTHAN. BON VOYAGE. DO VISIT RAJASTHAN SOON.

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LOST IN THE SANDS || CALL OF THE WILDS || THE DESERT CIRCUIT || THE MONUMENTAL EXPERIENCE || REACHING NEW HIGHS || RAJPUT MAGIC || COLORFUL RAJASTHAN || FRESCOLAND || THE GOLDEN TRIANGLE || THE HOLY DIP || THE SHOPPING TOUR || VENICE OF THE EAST || A WONDERLAND CALLED JAIPUR || TRAIL THE TIGER || SPECIAL CAMEL SAFARI || MEMORIES OF LOVE