The author's journey with us - All the colors of Rajasthan. 8-21 September

For those who dreamed of traveling to India! Live to see Indian women in colorful saris, hear the ringing of bracelets and drums, try a real curry, learn more about Shiva and Krishna, wander through the walls of forts like Conan Doel, wander into abandoned temples like Kipling, pet an elephant or at least a sacred cow, spend the night in the desert, live in an oriental hotel-haveli as in the movie about the Marigold Hotel, see the luxury of the life of maharajas and much more...

The author's journey with us to the most fabulous, unusual, traditional Indian, beautiful state of India - Rajasthan! September 8-21 - 2 weeks of discovery and adventure. We're getting a mini-group!

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These are lands of Rajput warriors, famous maharajas, magnificent forts, luxurious palaces standing on the ground and even floating on water. We will visit the main attractions and climb to unknown places, culturally enrich ourselves in museums, join Hinduism or simply see the beauty in temples, relax in nature and swim on a boat on the lake, wander through narrow colorful streets and push in the bazaars. We will go on camels to the desert and spend the night under the stars. Visit the scandalous rat temple of Karni Mata. We will climb the mountains and see off the sun. Let's study the national life and watch folk dances. Try traditional food, drink lassi and masala tea. We will learn a lot, recharge with positive or terrifying emotions and with new strength continue to live and wait for the next trip to our amazing planet.

Route:

All colors of Rajasthan: Delhi - Mandawa - Bikaner - Jaisalmer - Jodhpur - Mount Abu - Udaipur (+Ranakpur, Kumbalgarh) - Chittorgarh - Pushkar - Delhi.

Trip:

Saturated: we have come up with an interesting program for you, combining the world-famous attractions, and more secret spiritual places, and various activities, and just walks, and nature, and rest.

Comfortable: we will move in a new and comfortable air-conditioned car with a driver. We will spend the night in small, but clean and cozy Indian hotels with everything you need for travelers.

Safe: All logistics and locations are thought out - maximum immersion within the framework of security. Anjul and I are the escorts and take care of the whole organization, the solution of issues, the help. We will protect you from the Indian reality so much that you can immerse yourself in the environment as much as possible in the format of an independent traveler, and at the same time remain safe.

Write to the post office - we will discuss any of your questions!

Detailed programme:

All colors of Rajasthan: Delhi - Mandawa - Bikaner - Jaisalmer - Jodhpur - Mount Abu - Udaipur (+Ranakpur, Kumbalgarh) - Chittorgarh - Pushkar - Delhi.

08.09. Sb. Day 1. Delhi.

Meeting at the airport at night, transfer to the hotel, check-in. (You can fly on Friday evening, Saturday night or in the morning at your discretion.) Adjust the first day if necessary.

In the morning we will get acquainted with the city of Delhi. Someone loves Delhi and comes back here again and again, someone remembers its streets with horror. But without exploring the capital, a trip to India will not be complete. What we'll visit:

The center of Delhi is Rajpati Avenue, the Gate of India, the Presidential Palace and Parliament, the British center in Connath Place.

Lodi Gardens with Tombs of Muslim Rulers

Qutub Minar is a historic site with an ancient mosque and the highest minaret

Gurudwara Bangla Sahib

Lotus Temple is a visiting card of Delhi, a futuristic temple where people of all religions come for prayer, meditation and reflection.

Narrow colorful streets with the usual life of ordinary Delians.

A night at a hotel in Delhi.

09.09. Day 2, Delhi Mandawa.

After breakfast we will go to the first town of Rajasthan from our itinerary.

Mandava was once an important point on the caravan Silk Road. Today it is only a town with a population of about 20,000 people. One of the nicest ones in Rajasthan. Mandava is famous for its haveli – ancient rich merchant houses of a certain design, beautifully decorated with frescoes.

After a short stay at the hotel, we will explore the streets of the old city, consider the beautiful design of windows, haveli balconies, bright colored frescoes and just watch the life of Rajasthan - colorful people in national clothes, the work of street foodies, merchants of oriental goods, Indian animals and active rickshaws.

Night at a hotel in Mandawa.

10:09. Pn. Day 3, Mandawa Bikaner.

The road to Bikaner will take half a day. It is one of the most remote cities of Rajasthan, interesting travelers, but also one of the most curious. The road to it is also a journey in itself. With each kilometer, the landscapes change, the terrain becomes more rural, simple and ancient, there is a change in culture around and the approach of the Thar desert.

In the afternoon we will go to see the streets of the city and the real atmosphere of Rajasthan in it. Visit the most beautiful of the local temples, including be sure to look into the richly decorated Jain temple of Bhandasar.

Night at a hotel in Bikaner.

11:09. Watt. Day 4. Bikaner.

Today we will see the main attraction of Bikaner - Junagarh Fort. We will walk near its powerful ancient walls, visit its luxurious rooms with interiors richly decorated with emeralds, paintings, golden patterns and other oriental details.

Next, we are not waiting for activity for the faint of heart. But we have to visit her. Karni Mata is a temple dedicated to rats. These living gods live here in great numbers. But that's half the trouble. As in all Hindu temples, in Karni Mata you need to take off your shoes before entering. Therefore, it is worth bringing with you bagels.

After lunch, we will see the Cenotaphs of the Bikaner Maharajas, ornately carved pavilions at the cremation site of the Hindu lords. Here, the widows of the Rajahs, according to tradition, were obliged to throw themselves into the fire of the deceased.

And finally, the camel center! In it we will learn all about camels, visit a small museum, hug and take pictures. Those who wish can even buy camel milk or ice cream from camel milk.

In the afternoon we will go to an even more colorful and interesting city of the Thar desert - Golden Jaisalmer.

Night at a hotel in Jaisalmer.

12.09. Cf. Day 5. Jaisalmer.

Jaisalmer – The Golden City of Rajasthan is one of the most magical places of the Thar Desert, conveying the atmosphere of the 1000th and 1st nights. It is the only fort in the region where people still live. A city within a city. We walk through the streets of Jaisalmer Fort, immersed in the atmosphere, going back hundreds of years. We will visit the most luxurious buildings of the city - Patwan Haveli, Nathmalji Haveli, Srinath and Salim Singh Haveli.

After lunch we will have an exciting trip to the desert. We will make a camel safari, see the sights, villages and nature, walk the dunes and spend the night right in the fresh air, away from civilization.

Night in the Thar Desert.

13.09. Whoa. Day 6. Jaisalmer.

After meeting the dawn in the desert and spending a little more time in these unique places, we return to Jaisalmer.

After a busy program of the last days and before the upcoming journey, we will relax and immerse ourselves in the atmosphere of the ancient and colorful Jaisalmer.

We will walk the streets, go for a massage, sit in a cafe with views of local life and end the day with a national dinner.

Night at Jaisalmer's hotel.

14.09. Pat. Day 7. Jaisalmer-Jodhpur.

Continuing the journey along the pleasant roads of India, we will arrive in Jodhpur – the Blue City of Rajasthan, located near the Thar Desert.

After checking into the hotel and resting, we will go to explore the streets of the old city – colorful houses painted in blue and good-natured locals.

We will visit the ancient step well - an interesting architectural work popular in Rajasthan, which, as a bonus, you can take unusual photos.

We will walk to the Ghanta Ghar Clock Tower.

We will get lost in the trade and craft ranks of Sardar Bazar, famous, among other things, for its excellent spices and favorite sauces of all Rajasthan.

A night at a hotel in Jodhpur

15.09. Day 8. Jodhpur Mount Abu.

Today we are waiting for Fort Mehrangarh - one of the most beautiful, rich in preserved decoration forts in India. Here you can spend more than an hour walking along the powerful walls, admiring the blue city stretching below, visiting luxurious expositions in the rooms.

After the fort, we have a long road to the mountain town of Mount Abu. Along the way, we will stop at the beloved Indian Mother’s temple – Sachiya Mata, which is considered a very strong spiritual pilgrimage place.

Night at a hotel in Mount Abu.

16:09. All. Day 9, Mount Abu Udaipur.

Mount Abu, located at an altitude of 1700 meters above sea level, is a beautiful green resort in the Arawali Mountains, a cool oasis among the desert cities of Rajasthan. We will be able to walk through the green streets and finally breathe fresh air. Be sure to sit at Lake Nikki, which is a favorite tourist rock in the form of a turtle.

And then there's walking and climbing. There are many beautiful places around the town. We will definitely visit 2 of them.

We will climb the numerous stone steps to the highest peak - Guru Shinkar. The road is not easy, but the views will open amazing. Located here, a small temple and a cave near the abyss are favorite places of Indian gurus.

Next we will visit the Jain temples of Dilwar, also located on the mountain. The temples are considered one of the most beautiful in India, and in addition, we will just spend a pleasant time relaxing and viewing the surroundings from above.

In the evening we will move to snow-white Udaipur and go on holiday to the hotel.

A night at a hotel in Udaipur.

17.09. Pn. Day 10. Udaipur.

Udaipur is known as the White City of India. White palaces, havelis, temples, castles floating on lakes and just ancient buildings gracefully complement the beauty of sparkling lakes in the sun. This city is called the most romantic city of India, the Venice of India, the city of lovers, the most European city of India, one of the cultural capitals of India. And for good reason. It is fresh, beautiful, cleaner and less hectic than most other cities. Here you can relax and enjoy the moment.

We will walk along the ghats – steps on the embankment of Lake Pichola, drink masala tea in a cafe overlooking the water palaces, visit the famous city palace.

We will go to the temple of Jagdish Mandir (Jagannatha Raya) - the most important city temple, which is patronized by Vishnu. The entrance to the temple is guarded by a huge bird Garuda made of bronze and two large stone elephants.

Take a boat ride on the lake and make a stop on a small island with a beautiful lake palace surrounded by a garden.

We will visit the cenotaph of Rajput kings - the most beautiful in Rajasthan.

We will climb the hill, which offers amazing views of the city and the city palace, meet the sunset on it.

A night at a hotel in Udaipur.

18.09. Watt. Day 11. Udaipur.

Today we will take a day trip outside of Udaipur. There are many temples and forts behind. But not to visit the Ranakpur temple and Kumbalgarh Fort would be unforgivable. One trip there is a real adventure. Through the countryside of narrow serpentine with magnificent views, we will get to where only a few of the thousands of travelers visiting Udaipur go. Beautiful architecture, history in every stone, solitude and insistence all together give amazing feelings from visiting these places.

In the evening we will visit the cultural village-museum, where we will see traditional costumes, dwellings, dances of Rajasthan.

A night at a hotel in Udaipur.

19.09. Cf. Day 12. Udaipur-Pushkar (via Chittorgarh)

In the morning we will go to the last city of our route - Pushkar.

But on the way we are waiting for another historically important and beautiful place - one of the largest forts of India Chittorgarh. We simply cannot pass by without looking at this masterpiece of Indian architecture and an object of national pride.

After spending a few hours in Chittorgarh, we will continue our journey to Pushkar.

Night at the hotel in Pushkar

20.08. Whoa. Day 13. Pushkar.

The small town is a shrine for Hindus on the one hand, and a favorite holiday destination for international hippies on the other. Important religious shrines coexist in Pushkar with cafes for hippie backpackers, and pilgrims dressed in traditional scarves-skirts - with dreadheaded guys in Ali-Bab pants. Pushkar is also the second place after Pushkar for camel safari. Those who love it have the opportunity to repeat it.

Pushkar is not a city of planned sightseeing. There is no need to hurry, plan and walk with a map. Here relaxed walk, sit on the steps of the lake or in numerous cafes, reflect on the futility of life and imbued with the atmosphere. Photograves have the opportunity to make unique photos of colorful characters flocking here from all over India in Pushkar.

One of the places of Pushkar must be visited: this is the temple of Brahma, just one of the 2 temples of this deity in India.

In the evening, we will visit the puja in one of the temples: we will observe and listen to the priests, bring flowers to the gods, try the sacred saga.

Night at a hotel in Pushkar.

21.08. Pat. Day 14. Pushkar Delhi.

Today we have a long journey to Delhi. In the afternoon we will be in the capital. We can rest and go home.

In the evening, we will have our last Indian meal on this trip and say goodbye.

Late evening/night flight home.

A night at a hotel in Delhi + departure.

At will. You can stay in India for another 1 day and spend it in Delhi or make an additional day trip to the Taj Mahal.

Note: the route and program can be adjusted depending on weather, transport conditions, condition and wishes of the group members.