Day 01: Jaipur

On your arrival at the Jaipur Airport, our representative will transfer you to the hotel. The “Pink City” Jaipur is popular widely and numerous visitors come to visit thist city every year. Jaipur is surrounded by hills on three sides and crowned by formidable forts and majestic palaces, mansions and gardens. Jaipur is the only city in the world, which is sub-divided into nine rectangular sectors symbolizing nine divisions of universe. Also, Jaipur is the first planned city designed in accordance with 'Shilpa Shastra'- epochal treatise of Hindu architecture. Spend rest of the day at leisure, free for independent activities. Stay overnight at the hotel.

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Day 02: Jaipur

After having your breakfast, proceed for an excursion to Amber Fort, here you will enjoy the Elephant Ride to reach atop of the palace. This journey on embellished elephants is bound to enrich your memories with the Royal lifestyle of the Maharajas and leave you with a truly unforgettable experience (Subject to availability). Visit the Hall of Victory or Jag Mandir, Sheesh Mahal – a room with all the four walls and ceiling completely embedded with glittering mirror pieces. Continue your journey with the city tour of Jaipur and visit Maharaja's City Palace, the former Royal residence, part of it is now converted into a museum. One of the major attractions of the museum is the portion known as Armory Museum, housing an impressive array of weaponry-pistols, blunderbusses, flintlocks, swords, rifles and daggers. Later visit the Jantar Mantar. During the tour you will also have a brief photography stop at Hawa Mahal - the Palace of Winds. Come back to the hotel for overnight stay.

(Breakfast and Dinner)

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Day 03: Jaipur–Bikaner

Have your breakfast in the morning and proceed to Bikaner. The city was once a major trading post between Africa, West Asia and the Far East. The arts prospered receiving the patronage of a wealthy merchant community. The city is renowned for the best riding camels in the world. This afternoon you will visit Camel Breeding Farms; Junagarh Fort, a formidable structure encircled by a moat and having some beautiful palaces within. The fort and its palaces are profusely decorated with magnificent stone carvings. Visit the village of Deshnoke, where the famous Mata Karni Temple is situated. The 600-year-old temple is dedicated to Karni Mata, an incarnation of Goddess Durga. The temple plays host to thousands of rats that form the major attraction here. The rats are considered sacred and worshipped accordingly. Stay overnight at the hotel.

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Day 04: Bikaner–Jaisalmer

After having the breakfast, check out and drive to Jaisalmer - a fairy-tale town in the Thar Desert founded about 800 years ago by Raja Jaisal. Unlike any other city, this desert fortress is one of Rajasthan's most exotic and unusual towns. Jaisalmer, an important ancient trading centre because of its strategic location on the camel trade routes, is often described as the 'golden city'. The havelis, built by merchants of the 19th century, are exquisitely carved from golden-yellow sandstone and are still in a beautiful condition. The fort built by Rawal Jaisal in the 12th century, stands on the 80 meter high Trikuta hill, with beautifully carved Jain temples. Jaisalmer is also famous for its embroidery, Rajasthani mirror work, rugs, blankets, antique and stonework and the sand dune desert camel safaris. Afternoon is free, walk around the colourful and bustling bazaars for personal exploration or shopping. Overnight stay at your hotel.

(Breakfast and Dinner)

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Day 05: Jaisalmer or Sodakore Mirvana Camp

After having the breakfast, proceed for the city tour of Jaisalmer. Visit the famous Haveli’ (mansions) known for their frescoes. The merchants grew prosperous and commissioned great havelis, or mansions, to flaunt their ever-growing status in society. The most elaborate and magnificent of all the Jaisalmer havelis is the Patwaon Ki Haveli. Salim Singh Ki Haveli and Nathmal Ki Haveli are the other two havelis that are open to visitors. Within the fort complex lie the beautifully carved Jain Temples built between the 12th and 15th centuries. In the evening, proceed for the excursion to Sam Sand dunes. Sam Sand Dunes is the closest point to witness the total sandy desert. You can also see the patterns and motifs created by the shifting sands and air. Moreover, Sam Sand Dunes also provide you with an unforgettable experience of camel rides and the sunset. Return to your hotel for the overnight stay.

(Breakfast and Dinner)

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Day 06: Jaisalmer/Sodakore–Jodhpur

After the breakfast, check out from the hotel and proceed to Jodhpur. The city is located at the edge of Thar Desert. Jodhpur is still one of the leading centres of wool, cattle, camels, salt and agricultural crops. Also Jodhpur is popularly known as the 'Blue City’ because of the beautiful houses painted with indigo color mostly belonging to the Brahmin caste. Visit the Meherangarh Fort, which was impregnable for the rocky base it is built on. Explore Jaswant Thada, the white marble memorial to Maharaja Jaswant Singh II built in 1899. Also visit Sadar Bazaar and Clock Tower markets where you can see the vegetable, spice, Indian sweets, and textile and silver markets. These colourful markets with tiny shops dot the narrow lanes replete with woodcarvings, wrought iron, lacquer work, silver and ivory ornamentation and leather handicrafts. Afternoon is free to walk around, in the colourful and bustling bazaars for personal exploration or shopping. Stay overnight at the hotel.

(Breakfast and Dinner)

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Day 07: Jodhpur–Ranakpur–Mount Abu

Have the breakfast in morning, check out and drive to Mount Abu. You’ll drive through valleys in the remote and peaceful Aravalli Range to Mount Abu. The biggest draw of this charming hill town is the famous Dilwara Temples, worth a visit for their outstanding architecture, intricate white marble carvings and elegant sculptures. En route you will visit the Ranakpur Jain Temple. On arrival, check in to the hotel and after taking some rest go for sightseeing tour of Mount Abu. Visit Dilwara Temples, carved out of white marble, these temples are dedicated to the Jain Tirthankaras (enlightened souls). The oldest temple, the Vimal Vasahi temple, was built in 1031 AD and is dedicated to the first of the Jain Tirthankaras. Visit the Nakki Lake, set amidst the misty hills, makes for a pretty picture with colourful tourist boats gliding past. Toad Rock, a uniquely-shaped rock, adds to the charm of the picturesque lake. Stay overnight at the hotel.

(Breakfast and Dinner)

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Day 08: Mount Abu–Udaipur

Have your breakfast, check out and drive through valleys of the remote and peaceful Aravalli Range to Udaipur. We'll continue driving south, arriving Udaipur, known as the “City of Sunrise”. Nestled among the lush hills of the Aravali, it has inevitably been dubbed the 'Venice of the East'. It is a kaleidoscope of fairy-tale palaces, lakes, temples, gardens and narrow lanes strewn with stalls, carries the flavour of the heroic past, epitomising valour and chivalry. In the evening you will enjoy a leisure boat ride on Lake Pichola. The beautiful stretch of water surrounding the two marvellous structures the Jag Niwas and Jag Mandir is the life line of Udaipur city. The lake is surrounded by many exquisite palaces, temples, hilly terrains, bathing ghats and many gardens. The city palace extends along the eastern shore of the lake and you can go for a boat ride from Bansi Ghat. (Subject to water level in the lake). Stay overnight at the hotel.

(Breakfast and Dinner)

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Day 09: Udaipur

After having the breakfast, proceed for sightseeing tour of Udaipur. The city is also a centre of historic arts and crafts of Mewar. You will visit the City Palace built in 1725, the grand City Palace is actually a conglomerate of eleven palaces overlooking the sprawling Lake Pichola. See the Jagdish Temple, built in 1651 by Maharaja Jagat Singh, is dedicated to Lord Vishnu and is located in the centre of the old city. Later visit Sahelion Ki Bari that is a small ornamental garden built in the honour of Royal Ladies for recreational purpose. Next is the visit to Bhartiya Lok Kala Museum. The museum is the best place for those interested in puppetry. Short amusing puppet shows are staged throughout the day. In addition, the museum runs short courses in puppet making and theatre. The Udaipur trip will be followed by visit to Eklingji & Nagda Temples - built in white marble with a double storied porch on the bank of Lake Bageela - 22 kms from Udaipur. Stay overnight at the hotel.

(Breakfast and Dinner)

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Day 10: Udaipur-Chittorgarh-Ranthambhore

After having the breakfast at the hotel, check out and drive to Ranthambhore, En route visit the Chittorgarh Fort which is a huge and colossal structure. There are a number of magnificent monuments inside the fort. Tour must include Rana Kumbha Palace, the most imposing monument in the Chittorgarh Fort. Rich heritage and architecture define this palace. After Lunch drive to Ranthambhore. The main tourists' attraction here is the royal Bengal tiger. The area of Ranthambhore Park hosts 30-32 tigers, showing a healthy ecosystem. It includes around a thousand chitals, 800 neelgais, a rattle and a slothbear, many sambars, few chinkaras, blackbuck and many crocodiles & python. It houses birds like cormorants, miniwets, darters, drongos lapwings, anoles, cormorants, kingfishers, stone curlews and eagles & thousands of peacocks and peahens. The landscape is dotted with ancient Banyan Trees, Dhok & Pipal trees. Overnight stay at the hotel.

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Day 11: Ranthambhore

Wakeup early in the morning for Game Drive in Canter by an open bus with capacity of 20 seats. The drive into the Park where your naturalist will talk to you about the wildlife found in this Park. Ranthambhore National Park is probably the best place in the world to see wild tigers and is the only dry deciduous tiger habitat in the world. In game drive your naturalist will help you explore the park in the search of the Royal Bengal Tiger. Return back to the hotel for breakfast and lunch, then in the evening once again enjoy the game drive. Return back to the hotel for overnight stay.

(Breakfast and Dinner)

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Day 12: Ranthambhore–Jaipur

After the breakfast, check out and drive to Jaipur Airport for your onwards journey.

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• Return Trip Airfare in Economy Class from Melbourne, Australia – Jaipur, Rajasthan – Jaipur, Rajasthan – Melbourne, Australia (including taxes).
• Transportation and sightseeing as per the group Size (Air conditioned)
• Hotels Class as mentioned in the program
• English Speaking Guide
• 01 Bottle Mineral water per day per person
• All Applicable Taxes

• Any insurance
• Any still camera, digital camera and video camera fee. (To be paid on the spot.)
• Any tip, such as, at hotel/resort/restaurants, at restaurants outside, to the guides, to the Drivers/assistants, and to the mahouts.
• Entrance ticket/fee to the monuments
• Any item of personal nature, such as drinks (alcoholic/non-alcoholic), laundry, the telephone calls etcetera.

• Return economy class airfare from Melbourne, Australia – Jaipur, Rajasthan – Jaipur, Rajasthan – Melbourne, Australia including taxes
• Service Confirmation is subject to availability at the time of reservations. Prices can vary depending on availability of the service and change in the number of passengers.
• All Prices given are in Australian Dollar (AUD).
• Any changes in the quotation will be communicated to you and booking will proceed only after your confirmation.
• Surcharges may be applicable over and above the tour price. At the time of booking or prior to confirmation, the same will be advised.
• Your Australian departure tax is included in the cost of your ticket.
• We will require 10% and balance payment prior 45 days, before departure of the tour.
• All activities, sightseeing, and other optional tour/ services/rides, if left unutilized or partially utilized by choice or due to other uncontrollable situations /weather / time constraint, any other circumstances are not subject to any refund.
• Prices or rates quoted to you in the itinerary are calculated at the prevailing prices and are subject to change without any prior notice in the case of the currency fluctuation increase in the cost of fuel charges, sudden change in any related hotel tariff, air/ rail/ bus/ entry ticket cost increase or transport cost increase due to change of route, change in any related government tax structure, alteration of itinerary program or change in the number of the tour members necessitated by factors beyond our control before the date of departure or even during the tour. Whatever applicable all such increases must be paid in full before departure.

• Children below 5 years are complimentary in parents’ room without extra bed.
• Milk/Food for infant or Children below 5 years chargeable on direct payment at hotel

• First Class: 40 kg free baggage allowance per person.
• Business Class: 30 kg free baggage allowance per person.
• Economy Class: 20 kg free baggage allowance per person.

• For whatever reasons, if you want to cancel the booking, make sure to intimate us in writing. We are constrained to levy the following cancellation charges as per the company policy.

• 30 days or more prior to the departure of the holiday/ tour, taken non-refundable advance will be charged.
• Tickets bought on promotion may be 100 % non changeable and non refundable. The validity of the ticket will be restrictive.
• 30 to 15 days prior to the departure of the holiday/ tour, 50% of the package cost.
• 14 to 07 days prior to the departure of the holiday/ tour 75% of the package cost.
• 07 to 01 days prior to the departure of the holiday/ tour 100% of the package cost.
• In case of no information 100% of the package cost.

• We recommend you to confirm your flight with the local airline office at least 72 hours prior to departure. Failure to reconfirm may result in the cancellation of some reservations. For Special request (hotel confirmation, meal and seat preference, special assistance, wheel chair request) are subject to airline confirmation and need to reconfirm from agency at least 72 hours prior to the departure.

• We strongly recommend Travel Insurance. The premium is calculated on the number of days you will be away, however it is important that the policy be taken out when the booking is made, to cover any cancellation penalties that may apply from that time. If the insurance is not with us, a charge of $50 will be applicable for any paperwork requested.