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DAY 01 |
ARRIVE IN MUMBAI |
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Arrive Mumbai. Meet & assistance on Arrival & transfer to Hotel.
Meals on board.
Mumbai is an exhilarating city fuelled by entrepreneurial energy, determination and dreams. Its India 's finance centre, the capital of the Hindi film industry and the industrial hub of everything from Textiles to Petro-Chemicals.
Overnight stay at Hotel |
DAY 02 |
MUMBAI / JODHPUR / JAISALMER |
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| Early Breakfast at Hotel.
Later departure transfer to the Domestic Airport to connect flight 9W 3407 to Jodhpur .
Dep: 1025 hrs
Arr : 1240 hrs
Arrive Jodhpur & transfer to Restaurant for Lunch.
Later drive straight Jaisalmer (290kms/6 hrs).
Arrive Jaisalmer & check in at Hotel.
Jaisalmer
Jaisalmer is an important destination of the western state of India , Rajasthan. A desert city, it was founded by the Bhatti Rajput chieftain Rawal Jaisal in the year 1156. Jaisalmer could be regarded as the western sentinel of entire India and a place worth visiting to get an idea of the native Rajasthan. Located at the heart of the great Thar Desert , it offers the visitor an enchanting world of fable, colour, and history. Moreover, the magnificent wood-and stone-carved mansions and buildings display the love and interest Rajputs had for the fine arts. The desert festival held here by the end of the winter season, during the months of January and February, attracts a large number of tourists.
Dinner & overnight stay at Hotel. |
DAY 03 |
JAISALMER |
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| Breakfast at the hotel.
Morning sightseeing including a visit to the Golden Fort of Jaisalmer, the Havelis & Gadi Sagar Lake .
Jaisalmer Fort
It is the main attraction of this picturesque desert city of Rajasthan . Located on the top of the Trikuta Hill, it is visible from a distance of about 15 kilometers. The ramparts, bastions and the long-stretching walls of the fort dazzle gloriously during early morning and at sunset.
Patwon-ki-Haveli
The life within the citadel gives you a clear picture of the medieval majesty with its magnificent palace, Havelis, temples and the skilled artisans and camels all around. Among the Havelis made by Jaisalmer/’s wealthy merchants include the Patwon ki Haveli, Salim Singh ki Haveli and Nathmal ki Haveli. The Patwon ki Haveli is the grandest mansion in Jaisalmer, having ceiling supported by exquisitely carved pillars. The delicately chiselled balconies and extensive corridors and chambers of this Haveli also present an impressive sight.
Lunch at hotel.
Afternoon visit the Amar Sagar & Bada Bagh.
Amar Sagar (5 km): A pleasant garden besides a lake with mango and other fruit trees. Beautifully carved Jain temples added to its splendour.
Bada Bagh (6 km): A fertile oasis on the bank of an artificial lake. Much of the city's fruits and vegetables are grown here. Surrounded by dense trees are the royal cenotaphs with beautifully carved ceilings and equestrian statues of the former rulers.
Return to Jaisalmer in the evening.
Dinner & overnight stay at the hotel |
DAY 04 |
JAISALMER / MANVAR |
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| Breakfast at Hotel.
Check out of Hotel & drive to Manvar (170 kms / 4h00).
Manvar
Manvar is located right in the heart of the Great Indian Thar Desert. It lies between the cities of Jodhpur , Jaisalmer & Bikaner. It’s an unprecedented tourist destination offering a rare opportunity to enjoy Rajasthan's real desert life, culture, wildlife & beauty. Manvar is famous for its amazing mustard and red chilli fields in the middle of the desert, craftsmen at work, cobblers making juttis (local shoes), unexplored sand dunes, desert fox, chinkara, peacocks, desert camp with all the facilities, camel safaris and the sunset.
Manvar Desert Camp
The Manvar Desert Camp is located 7 kms from the Manvar resort in the midst of the wilderness surrounded by sand dunes. The camp is exclusive, consisting of 20 Deluxe Tents tastefully decorated with attached bathrooms providing running hot and cold water. Meals are provided in the strategically located Dining Tent, which offers breathtaking views of the sunrise, sunset and the surrounding countryside. Evenings are livened up by campfire, mashaals, local musicians and dancers. The camp is operational from October to Mid April.
Lunch at the Resort.
Afternoon Camel Safari to a nearby village to witness the rural life in the deserts of Rajasthan.
In the evening, enjoy a Gala Dinner watching the sensuous snake dance of the Kalbeliya gypsies and listening to the full-throated folk songs of the Manganiyars against the backdrop of fascinating sand dunes. There would be a display of fireworks in the sky.
Overnight stay at the Camps. |
DAY 05 |
MANVAR / JODHPUR |
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| Breakfast breakfast at the hotel.
Later drive to Jodhpur (110 kms / 2h00).
On arrival transfer to the hotel.
Lunch at the hotel.
Jodhpur
Famous for its magnificent forts and palaces, Jodhpur is the second largest city of Rajasthan and a major tourist attraction in the country. The city is situated at the edge of the Thar Desert with Jaisalmer district on its west, Barmar, Jalor and Pali districts on its south, Bikaner on its north, and Nagaur on the eastern side. Jodhpur was founded by the Rajput chief Rao Jodha in 1459. The city was the erstwhile capital of the Marwar state.
Afternoon sightseeing of Jodhpur.
Mehrangarh Fort – Situated at an altitude of about 125 mts, the fort is spread over an area of 5 sq km in the heart of the city. The fort has seven gates of which the important ones are the Jaipol, built by Maharaja Man Singh in 1806; Fatehpol or the Victory Gate built by Maharaja Ajit Singh; and the Lohapol or the Iron Gate . On the wall, one can see the strategically located cannons. Inside the fort, a series of courtyards and palaces greet the visitor which house a splendid collection of the trappings of the Indian royalty.
Jaswant Thada – It is a white marble memorial built in memory of Maharaja Jaswant Singh II in 1899. The legend is that Maharaja Jaswant Singh succumbed to injuries in this place while fighting the Mughal Emperor Jehangir.
Dinner & overnight stay at hotel. |
DAY 06 |
JODHPUR / UDAIPUR |
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| Breakfast at the hotel.
Morning drive to Udaipur (290 kms / 6h30).
Lunch at Aodhi Hotel in Kumbhalgarh.
Continue the drive to Udaipur.
On arrival in Udaipur , transfer to the hotel.
Udaipur
Located in the Aravali ranges of Rajasthan, the city of Udaipur is a fascinating blend of sights, sound and experiences. Right from the medieval times, the city has been an inspiration for poets, painters and writers. Founded in 1559 and named after Maharana Udai Singh, Udaipur became the capital of the Sisodia dynasty whose earlier capital was Chittor. The city is famous for its palaces, lake, museums,
temples, and gardens. The City Palace and Museum is considered as the largest palace complex in Rajasthan and its museum has stunning collection of objects collected by different Maharanas of Udaipur over the centuries. Some other attractions in the city are the Jagdish Temple , Saheliyon ki Bari and Jag Mandir.
Dinner & overnight at hotel. |
DAY 07 |
UDAIPUR / BOMBAY |
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| Breakfast at hotel.
Morning half day sightseeing of Udaipur.
Visit City Palace started by Udai Singh this enormous edifice 30.4 metres high and 244 metres in length was added to by later rulers. The approach is through Hati Pol, the Elephant Gate alongwith main street of the old city. The building has massive octagonal towers crowned with cupolas.
Sahelion-Ki-Bari, the garden of the Maids of Honour with extensive lawns and shady walks, stands on the shore of the lake Fatehsagar . Jagdish Temple dedicated to Lord Vishnu built in 1651 AD and Bharatiya Lok Kala Mandal, a museum of folk art with rich collection of folk dresses, ornaments, puppets, masks, dolls, folk musical instrument are the other places of interest.
Lunch at Restaurant.
Later evening transfer to the Airport to connect flight 9W 3406 to Mumbai
Dep: 1930 hrs.
Arr : 2040 hrs.
Arrive Mumbai & transfer to Restaurant for Dinner.
Overnight stay at Hotel. |
DAY 08 |
BOMBAY |
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| Lunch at a Restaurant.
Afternoon sighteeing of Mumbai city.
Mumbai - Political capital of Maharashtra and commercial capital of India , Mumbai is many cities in one. As the world's largest textile market, a major industrial center and country's busiest port handling over 40 percent of India maritime trade. Mumbai has no recorded ancient past. Mumbai 's colonial legacy is the Gateway of India built to commemorate the royal visit of George V and Queen Mary in 1911. Places of interest are Prince of Wales Museum commemorates George V's first visit to India in 1905 houses collections of Indian sculpture, miniature paintings and Nepalese and Tibetan art. Flora Fountain, St.Thomas Cathedral, Crawford Market, Chor Bazaar (thieves market), Marine Drive, Malabar Hill, Hanging Gardens & Kamla Nehru Park are the other places of interest.
Dinner at Restaurant.
Overnight stay at Hotel. |
DAY 09 |
DEPART BOMBAY |
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| Breakfast at Hotel.
Day free for shopping & independent activities.
Evening transfer to airport to board flight for Singapore . |
DAY 10 |
ARRIVE SINGAPORE |
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Dinner on Board, Arrival Singapore at 0655hrs.
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