Some people do not like to go on the regular roads. They crave for off-the-beaten-track. This trip covers the rustic side of Rajasthan along with the famous Golden Triangle (Delhi-Agra-Jaipur), and Talabgaon. The trip kicks off with the crowded cities but gradually ebbs away to the rustic rural sites.
In the heart of the Shekhawati region of Rajasthan lies the beautiful small quaint town of Mandawa, known throughout the state for its forts and havelis (mansions). The entire Shekhawati region is dotted with havelis displaying beautiful frescos over the walls, which has given Mandawa the nickname "an open art gallery". The set-up of this place reminds you of the cultural and social hotspot this place used to be in the bygone era.
This itinerary introduces you to three different aspects of India – Urban, Rural & Wildlife. From the streets of Delhi, to Taj Mahal in Agra, to the vivid pink-colored houses in Jaipur, to the artistic laid-back town of Mandawa, this tour is meant to experience the quintessential India.
Bout India services start from Delhi.
Welcome to the beautiful chaos of Delhi! After arriving by flight, jump in right into the hustle and bustle of the capital of India and its second most populous city. Considered one of the oldest existing cities in the world, Delhi’s importance lies not just in its past glory as the seat of empires and magnificent monuments, but also in the rich and diverse cultures.
A private car with driver will receive you at the airport and transfer you to the hotel for check-in. After refreshing head out for Delhi sightseeing. Start with a drive past Rashtrapati Bhavan (the residence of the President of India), and visit India Gate (a memorial to 82,000 soldiers of the Indian Army who died in the period 1914–21 in the First World War).
Overnight stay will be at the hotel in Delhi.
Meals: None
Enjoy breakfast to start your day of sightseeing in Delhi. A mixture of history with a taste of everyday Delhi, today’s itinerary covers all aspects of this former capital of the Mughal Empire. Stop off at the UNESCO World Heritage site, Humayun’s Tomb. Built in 1570, it is of particular cultural significance as it was the first garden-tomb on the Indian subcontinent. Then visit the magnificent Jama Masjid, the largest mosque in India built by Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan between 1644 and 1656. After that visit the bustling Chandni Chowk – one of the oldest and busiest markets in Old Delhi. Enjoy a rickshaw ride at Chandni Chowk. Have lunch at a nice restaurant. Later visit the towering Qutub Minar (a UNESCO World Heritage Site), a 73-metre (239.5 feet) tall tapering tower of five storeys. Qutub-ud-Din Aibak, the founder of the Delhi Sultanate, started construction of the Qutub Minar's first storey around 1192.
Afterwards visit Gurudwara Bangla Sahib, one of the most prominent Sikh temples, or Sikh house of worship in Delhi and known for its association with the eighth Sikh Guru, Guru Har Krishan. There is also a sacred pool inside its complex, known as the "Sarovar."
Overnight stay will be at the hotel in Delhi.
Meals: Breakfast & Lunch
After a nice breakfast, check out from the hotel and drive to Agra. Welcome to the Agra city of Wonderful Taj Mahal. Agra is blessed with one of the Seven Wonders of the World the “Taj Mahal”. City with its rich culture, history and architectural work stands in the top of the tourist destination in India.
Reach Agra by noon. Have lunch at a nice restaurant. Then check-in at the hotel. In the late afternoon head out to visit Agra Fort, a historical fort, which remained the main residence of the Mughal emperors till 1638. In the evening stroll in the local market area - the best place to see shades of India.
Overnight stay will be at the hotel in Agra.
Meals: Breakfast & Lunch
Early in the morning, visit the Taj Mahal (a UNESCO World Heritage Site) built by Shah Jahan in 1632 in memory of his queen Mumtaz Mahal to enshrine her mortal remains.
After breakfast, check out from the hotel, and head towards Talabgaon, a quaint village located around 90 km from Jaipur. On the way visit Chand Baori (Step Well), one of the oldest and most attractive stepwells in Rajasthan. It was built during the 8th and 9th centuries and has 3,500 narrow steps arranged in perfect symmetry, which descend 20m to the bottom of the well.
Reach Talabgaon by early evening. Check in at the hotel on arrival. The evening will be at your leisure.
Have dinner at the hotel. Overnight stay will be at the hotel in Talabgaon.
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
After breakfast check out from the hotel, and head towards the Pink City - Jaipur, famous for its broad avenues, massive forts, magnificent palaces, exquisite temples, and royal culture. It will be around 04 hours drive. You'll drive through the countryside of Rajasthan, thus a good way of seeing the rural area of the region. On the way, you'll see many cows, cattle, farms, etc.
Reach Jaipur by afternoon. Check-in at the hotel on arrival. In the evening head out for a guided walk-tour of the Pink City market. Jaipur is also known as the shopper’s paradise. Jaipur's colorful markets offer a great break to stop and shop on your tour. Take in the glint and sparkle of the rows of shops selling hand-crafted bangles and other decoration items. While moving through the markets, you will come across the vivacious culture of this region.
Overnight stay will be at the hotel in Jaipur.
Meals: Breakfast
Have breakfast and then set out to explore the best attractions of Jaipur. Visit Hawa Mahal ("Palace of Winds"), a high screen wall built so the women of the royal household could observe street festivals while unseen from the outside. Then visit Jantar Mantar (a UNESCO World Heritage Site). It is a collection of nineteen architectural astronomical instruments, built by the Rajput king Sawai Jai Singh, and completed in 1738 CE. Afterwards, visit the City Palace. Built by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh during the years 1729 to 1732, the vast complex of the palace occupied one-seventh of the walled city. The palace is divided into a series of courtyards, buildings, and gardens.
In the afternoon stop by Jal Mahal, a palace in the middle of the Man Sagar Lake in Jaipur city. It was built in the 17th century. Then visit the grand Amer Fort (or Amber Fort), also a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It is the principal tourist attraction in Jaipur and the current structure was built during the late 16th century by Rajput Kings. This magnificent fort comprises an extensive palace complex, built from pale yellow and pink sandstone, and white marble, and is divided into four main sections, each with its own courtyard. In the evening visit Nahargarh Fort, which provides a beautiful bird's eye view of the entire Jaipur city.
Later in the evening enjoy dinner at a nice restaurant. Then reach back at the hotel. Overnight stay will be at the hotel in Jaipur.
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
After breakfast check-out from the hotel and head towards Mandawa, known for its fort and havelis. This town has been referred to as the "open art gallery" of Rajasthan state because the entire region is dotted with fascinating mansions (havelis) that have lavishly painted walls.
On the way visit Nawalgarh. Fondly known as "the land of Havelis", this small town of Nawalgarh is located around 30 km away from the Mandawa and does absolute justice to the name given to it. This town is home to many well-established local business families, who have built very lavish mansions ornated with plush art and architecture. Visit some of the best Havelis of Nawalgarh.
Reach Mandawa by evening. Check-in at the hotel on arrival and relax. The dinner & overnight stay will be at the hotel in Mandawa.
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
After breakfast, head out to explore the quaint charms of Mandawa. Start with a visit to Castle Mandawa (a.k.a. Mandawa Fort). The town of Mandawa rests right in the middle of the desert state of Rajasthan, and Castle Mandawa falls in the Shekhawati region- a place blooming in myriad colors amidst the golden desert. Castle Mandawa was originally a palace and a fortress which has now been converted into a luxurious heritage hotel.
After that, visit some of the most popular havelis of Mandawa. Some of Havelis are more than 100-years-old, and famous for their unique architecture and fresco paintings.
Dinner & overnight stay will be at the hotel in Mandawa.
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
After breakfast morning will be at your leisure. In the noon check out from the hotel and head back towards Delhi.
Reach Delhi by evening. Check-in at the hotel and relax.
The evening will be at your leisure. Overnight stay will be at the hotel in Delhi.
Meals: Breakfast
After breakfast check-out from the hotel and transfer to the airport. The private car will drop you at Delhi International Airport for your return journey.
Bid farewell with the memories of an amazing fun-filled 10 days trip through the Golden Triangle & Rustic Rajasthan, worth remembering for a lifetime!
Meals: Breakfast
Bout India services will end at Delhi.
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Cannot fault our trip-THANK YOU to all at Bout India. Akansha was our fabulous email trip organiser back and forth from Aus, and then the lovely Geet when in India. We had Sonu as our driver for 10days, he was fabulous. Parvin was out Dehli guide very knowledgeable,friendly great sense of humour. Must mention Anil as our guide in Agra, he took sensational photos of us at the Taj Mahal and is a v good guide. Mr Sharma guided us marvellously through the chaos of the Jaipur markets and Surya Paliwal was our guide for rest of Jaipur- he was funny,knowledgeable and a lovely guy. We were guided expertly by Mr Shar.... Read More
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