Small groups adventure travel to North India Rajesthan - A complete classic journey to North India's remarkable palace and forts

With a fascinating history and impressive architecture this trip to the famous landmarks of India will be memorable, you have to visit it at least once in your lifetime! - A royal experience of india
A complete overland journey of Rajesthan's palace, fort, dessart with of course the Taj Mahal the route follows:
Delhi - Mandawa - Bikaner - Jisalemer - Jodhpur - Ranakpur - Udipur - Puskar - Jaipur - Agra Taj mahal - Delhi

Rajasthan India : Rajputana of old, a land where life in all its aspects comes emblazoned in the brightest of colors. Mighty forts and ornate palaces reveal the opulence and power of the Maharajas who ruled here for centuries. Adorned with unique fresco styles and intricate miniature paintings, the Rajasthani palaces are the enduring legacy of some of India's most flamboyant ruling dynasties, the Rajputs. Our journey rediscovers the majesty and regal splendor of this remarkable state, as we tour to see the frescoes of Mandawa, experience sunset camel ride from Jaisalmer, visit stunning walled city of Jodhpur and the romantic lake city of Udaipur. Then ride an elephant to Amber Fort and view Taj Mahal at Sunrise. Follow in the footsteps of Maharajas, and even stay in some of their palatial homes as you explore the heart of Rajasthan.

This incredible 15 days India tour also can be combined with Nepal Himalaya and and Khajuraho and Varanasi in India, Kathmandu Valley and Nagarkot in Nepal. Or even see mount Everest. This will save your time and money as well as fulfills the dream to visit these 2 Asian beautiful countries at one go! let us know if you are interested for the Nepal extension.

Itinerary for 15 days North India tour - cultural holidays in Rajesthan

Day 01: Arrival Delhi, India : Every visitors arrives Delhi from same or different destinations. Reception by Earthbound Expeditions representative and transfer to the hotel and rest.
Day 02 : Delhi to Mandawa : Drive to Mandawa.Arrive and Check in at Hotel.famous Shekhawati Region
Day 03 : Mandawa - Bikaner : Morning after Breakfast drive to Bikaner . Arrive and check in at Hotel. Overnight at Hotel
Day 04: Bikaner - Jaisalmer : Breakfast at Hotel and visit Junagarh fort. Later drive to Jaisalmer enroute Deshnok to see Karni Mata temple.
Day 05 Jaisalmer : Morning after Breakfast sightseeing of Jaisalmer a visit to the Jaisalmer Fort. Evening visit to Sam Dunes and see the sunset with camel ride.
Day 06: Jaisalmer to Jodhpur : Morning after breakfast drive to Jodhpur. Arrive Jodhpur and check in at hotel. Overnight at Hotel.
Day 07: Jodhpur to Ranakpur : Morning after breakfast city tour of Jodhpur visiting massive Mehrangarh Fort, Jaswant Tada Museum. Later Drive to Ranakpurry.
Day 08: Ranakpur to Udipur : Morning after breakfast, drive to Udaipur enroute visiting the Ranakpur Jain Temple complex
Day 09: Udipur : Morning after breakfast: sightseeing of Udaipur visits the picturesque City Palace on lake Pichola, whose one part is a museum and has numerous palaces
Day 10: Udipur to Puskar : Morning after Breakfast , drive to Pushkar. Arrive Pushkar , stay there. Where the Camel festival happen every year in Nov.
Day 11: Puskar to Jaipur : , Morning after breakfast,: sightseeing of Pushkar visiting Brahma temple and lake. Later Drive to Jaipur - the pink city
Day 12: Jaipur : Excursion to Amber Fort, ride the fort on the back of Elephant and feel like Maharaja. city tour of Jaipur visiting City palace, Jantar Mantar, Hawa Mahal - palace of wind
Day 13: Jaipur to Agra : Drive to Agra - Taj Mahal en-route visit Fatehpur Sikri
Day 14: Agra - Delhi : Morning visit the world famous Taj Mahal and Red Fort. Drive back to Delhi. Overnight in Delhi
Day 15: Delhi - Out : In time transfer to airport to board flight for onward journey , can extend trip to Kathmandu Nepal etc

Important note:

Please read Lonely planet and other travel books well before coming to travel so you are well informed about the culture and customs here. Although our effort is there please don't expect very luxury services, it is more experience than luxury.
In a group of less the 10 people we use local resource as guide, if the group members are over 10 people then our leader Mr. Rajan will lead the trip personally.
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Also check our 3 - country tour ( India - Nepal and TIbet 19 days with optional train ride to Beijing or Shanghai from Lhasa ) .
We also have tour of the major Buddhist important sights (Buddhist curcuit tour in Nepal and India - Lumbini - Boudhgaya- Kushinagar- Sarnath, Ajanta and Elora caves)

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Departure Dates every week through out the year except July - August.

Pushkar Camel Fair trip combined with Nepal – 13 days just from US$ 1097 per person tourist class hotels (twin sharing rooms - minimum 6 pax in a group, if less then 6 pax price will be revised) , each year in November , ask us for details !

Introduction about the Puskar camel fair tour in India:

This wonderful tour reflects the superb variety on offer in India and Nepal, the different landscapes, peoples, cultures and colors. During this eighteen day journey, we not only take in the cultural highlights, such as the Taj Mahal and the Pink City of Jaipur - but we also include a two day camel safari and the chance to camp overnight in the desert. We will at the same time Visit Varanasi and Kathmandu Nepal that will greet you with the Panoramic Himalayan view. The tour starts in the capital Delhi, a fascinating blend of the old and the new. We move on to Agra and the spectacular white marble of the Taj Mahal contrasting so well with the red sandstone of Fatephur Sikri. Another cultural highlight Jaipur, better known as the Pink City, with its imposing Amber Fort are its famous landmarks, but the City Palace and observatory are not to be missed and a camel safari through the desert, with the romance of setting up camp under the stars, are a must for any traveler to Rajasthan. Finally, we visit Udaipur, a beautiful, romantic city surrounded by lakes before go to Holy city Varanasi and continue our journey to Kathmandu, Nepal the Himalayan Kingdom.

Pushkar: 132 kms from Jaipur on the edge of the desert lies the tranquil town of Pushkar along the bank of the picturesque Pushkar Lake. It is an important pilgrimage spot for Hindus because it is home to the only temple in India of Lord Brahma. According to Hindu mythology Lord Brahma is known as the creator of the world and it is said that he personally chose Pushkar the site for the temple.

Whilst in Puskar you will see pilgrims bathing in the holy lake. Pushkar Lake has a mythological significance associated with it. According to the myth, Lord Brahma was on his way to search for a place to perform a fire sacrifice, while contemplating a lotus fell from his hand and water sprouted from the place that it fell, now known as Pushkar Lake.

The Camel Fair: It is well worth coinciding your tour of India with the Puskar Camel Fair. Every November the township of Pushkar bursts into life for the world's largest camel fair. Villagers come from all over Rajasthan to trade camels and livestock, sell wares and celebrate the holy month of Kartik. You will be bewildered by the staggering number of camels present and not only are they traded, they are decorated, treated to camel races and a camel beauty contest is held!