Rajasthan Namaste India Tour

Day 01. Delhi

After completing the formalities and obtaining luggage at the airport of New Delhi, you will be met by a Russian-speaking representative of the host company. You will find a traditional Indian greeting with a garland of flowers. After the welcome transfer and accommodation at the hotel.

Later half-day sightseeing tour of Delhi. Delhi is the capital of modern India. Many dynasties and rulers have flourished on its royal land over the past 3,000 years.

The program includes inspection of Jama Masjid - the main attraction of the "old" Delhi is considered Jama Masjid is a unique architectural masterpiece of the Mughal dynasty. The Red Fort (from the side), the Akshardam Temple (closed on Mondays) is a newly opened temple, entered the Ginnesakak Book of Records as the largest Hindu temple in the world. This is a true man-made masterpiece of stone carving. Impressive openwork carved vaults resembling carvings in millennial Jain temples, sculptures of gods, elegant bas-reliefs, in which the smallest details are worked out. Visiting this place will not leave you indifferent. hotel night.

Day 02. Delhi - sightseeing tour of Delhi - Agra (220 km / 03 h)

After breakfast, continue the tour of Delhi. The program includes an inspection of the Gate of India, the Presidential Palace and the government building (from the outside). Lotus Temple (closed on Mondays) is one of the most amazing temples in India. Built in the shape of a lotus flower, it is the largest and most beautiful Baha'i temple and serves as a symbol for adherents of this faith around the world. Another cult place is the 72-meter minaret Qutub-Minar, built in the XII - XIV centuries, decorated with calligraphic script and is a symbol of Muslim rule in Delhi. After the tour, leave for Agra. Night at the Agra Hotel

Day 03. Agra - Fatehpur Sikri - Jaipur (260 km / 05 h)

After breakfast, a tour of Agra, the majestic city, the capital of the Mughal Empire. Visit to the grand monument of Mughal architecture Taj Mahal. Agra still attracts beauty seekers from all over the world, enjoy the unforgettable Taj Mahal. The Taj Mahal was built by the great Mughal emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his beloved wife Mumtaz. The palace was built by 20,000 artisans for 22 years. Thousands of elephants were carrying white marble for construction. Merchants from Tibet, Persia and Russia sent gems for decoration. The floral ornament of jasper, agate and malachite, opal and obsidian and pearl, skillfully inscribed in the perfect symmetry of the snow-white palace, leaves a feeling of lightness and weightlessness. A visit to the marble factory, followed by a trip to Agra Fort, built as an army fortress in 1565 by Emperor Akbar. Here Shah Jahan spent the last years of his life in prison, insidiously betrayed by his son, admiring the snow-white Taj Mahal from the window of his room. The huge walls of the fort hide paradise shrubs and magnificent architectural structures – masterpieces of Indian and Muslim masters. We're going to Jaipur. On the way, you will definitely visit the “dead city” of Fatehpur Sikri. Fatehpur Sikri is a city built in a deserted place of red sandstone by Emperor Akbar, just a glimpse of a majestic past. For a short time it was the capital of the Mughals, after which the inhabitants left it due to lack of water. Perhaps it is thanks to this circumstance that we can see it today in its pristine beauty. Arrival in Jaipur and accommodation at the hotel. Night at the Jaipur Hotel.

Day 04. Jaipur tour.

Jaipur, the capital of Rajasthan. Jaipur, the legendary "Pink City", the capital of Rajasthan. Maharaja Jai Singh II built it yellow, but in the middle of the XIX century, in honor of the arrival of the English Prince Albert, all the buildings were repainted pink – the traditional color of hospitality.

Breakfast at the hotel. In the morning – excursion to Hawa Mahal (from the side). This five-story rose stone building, decorated with columns and balconies, was built in 1799. The bizarre relief of the palace of thousands of lattice windows on the carved facade is considered a symbol of Jaipur. Further excursion to Amber Fort (Amber Fort). The Amber Fort is located 11 km north of Jaipur. It was there, on the hills of Aravalli, that the ancient capital of Jaipur was once located. The construction of the marvelous fort-palace began in 1592 Magaraja Man Singh. The fort is a grand complex of palaces, pavilions, gardens and temples. Above all this stands a bizarre palace-fortress of honey color. You can feel the magic of bygone times by climbing to the tops of the fort on the backs of elephants. Along the way, your hearing will be enjoyed by musicians. From the top of the Maharaja apartments offers a striking view of the narrow gorge. In the afternoon, a tour of the city with a visit to the unique Jantar Mantar Observatory, a majestic structure built by Raja Jai Singh in 1728, where the world's largest sundial is stored, the City Palace in the museums of which you can see beautiful collections of Mughal costume, weapons and miniature paintings. The Lakshmi Narayan Temple, also known as Birla Mandir, is a modern architectural marvel. It is dedicated to Goddess Lakshmi and God Narayan. The temple has some of the most beautifully crafted statues of Ganesha and other Hindu gods. Along with the statues of the gods, there are also statues of great thinkers and philosophers such as Buddha and Socrates. Visit the Textile Factory, Carpets and Jewelry Shop. Night at the Jaipur Hotel.

Day 05: Jaipur - Jodhpur (360 km - 7 hours)

After breakfast, move to Jodhpur. Upon arrival, check in at the Jodhpur Hotel. Night at the Jodhpur Hotel.

Day 6: Jodhpur

Jodhpur is a brilliant blend of modern and traditional architecture reflected in its many palaces. The charming forts, temples and other royal buildings have retained a medieval character that includes the city’s many-sided temptations. Jodhpur, Mehrangarh Fort, or Mehrangarh Fortress is an amazing castle in the center of Jodhpur, the second largest city in the Indian state of Rajasthan. He stands on the edge of the Thar desert on a 125-meter rocky hill, like a formidable guard guard guarding a man from the deadly breath of hot sands.

With the founding of Fort Mehrangarh, which means “conquered place” in Hindi, began the history of the city itself, which grew around the fort. Principalities often fought each other, so forts in India were no less important than castles in Europe. However, the walls of Fort Mehrangarh were “too big” for the neighboring rajas, who never managed to capture the fort. Inside the fort are the Palace of Pleasures, the Pearl Palace and the Palace of Flowers. They are separated by small gardens. The halls of the palaces amaze with their rich decoration and luxurious decoration. Here is the Hindu temple of the goddess Kuldevi. However, the greatest interest among tourists is the Mehrangarh Fort Museum, one of the most impressive palace museums in Rajasthan. Here you can see the golden princely throne, magnificent miniatures, ivory products, jewelry, luxurious robes and numerous samples of weapons. Umaid Bhavan is one of the largest private residences in the world. On the territory of the palace there is a hotel operated by the Taj hotel chain. The palace is named after Maharaja Umaid Singh, the grandfather of modern Maharaja Jodhpur, under whose rule the palace was built to replace Fort Mehrangarh. Originally, the palace was called Chittar (Chittar Palace), due to the fact that it is located on the Chittar Hill, a high hill within the city limits. Construction began on November 18, 1929 and was completed in 1943. Part Open to visitors, which contains a museum with a collection of paintings, weapons and other valuables of the royal family of Jodhpur, Next visit Jaswanth Thada - Royal Cenotaph, a marble memorial built in memory of Maharaja Jaswant Singh II. Made of white marble, it is decorated with exquisite carvings.

Night at the Jodhpur Hotel.

Day 07. Jodhpur – Jaisalmer (325 km/7 h)

In the morning after breakfast, we go to Jaisalmer and stay at the hotel. Hotel night.

Day 08. Jaisalmer

Located deep in the heart of the Thar Desert, Jaisalmer is one of the last royal strongholds of the area. It was based on the crossroads of lucrative trade routes, where wealthy merchants hired craftsmen who worked with great diligence to build sandstone mansions, surrounding their facades with filigree sculptures, openwork windows, elegant terraces and balconies.

After breakfast, the tour covers Jaisalmer Fort, located on the hill of Tricula at an altitude of 80 m, built by Raval Jaisal in 1156, and the Patvon refuge, known for its elaborate magnificent facade. Then a camel ride to Dunes Sam, 45 km from the city. Hotel night.

Day 09: Jaisalmer – Pushkar (325 km – 6 hours)

After breakfast, go to Pushkar-Sacred City, where hundreds of thousands of pilgrims and tourists come annually - one of the most important pilgrimage centers in India. There are about 400 temples and the only temple of Brahma in India. The name of the city comes from the words Pushpa (lotus flower) and Kar (hand). It is said that this is where Brahma dropped the lotus petals, and where they fell, three lakes formed in the middle of the desert. The most revered is the largest of them. In November, the largest camel fair in Asia takes place here.

Day 10. Pushkar Delhi.

After breakfast, a sightseeing tour of Pushkar. We're going to Delhi next. Night at the Delhi Hotel.

Day 11. Delhi - Home with a Smile

After breakfast transfer to the airport.

included:

10 nights in hotels according to the selected category

10 breakfast buffets and 10 dinners and 2 lunches (Agra and Jaipur)

• Air conditioned transport under the program,

• Russian-speaking guide to the program

• Elephant riding in Jaipur.

• Camel riding in Jaisalmer.