Arrive Jodhpur . Transfer to hotel. Transport at your disposal within city limits (no guide services on this day)
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Jodhpur
Jodhpur is the second-largest city in the Indian state of Rajasthan and officially the second metropolitan city of the state. It was formerly the seat of a princely state of the same name. Jodhpur was historically the capital of the Kingdom of Marwar, which is now part of Rajasthan. Jodhpur is a popular tourist destination, featuring many palaces, forts and temples, set in the stark landscape of the Thar Desert. It is popularly known as Blue city and Sun city among people of Rajasthan and all over India.
Duration: 2 days
Morning proceed for sightseeing of the city. Overnight at the hotel.
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Mehrangarh Fort
Today you will be taken to Meherangarh fort, one of the largest forts in not only Rajasthan but in India as well, situated on a low sandstone hill, at an altitude of 120 meters. The fort with menacing thick walls contains many palaces with expansive courtyards and intricate carvings. MotiMahal - the Pearl Palace, is one of the beautiful palaces situated in the fort and was built by Raja Sur Singh. Later you will be taken to PhoolMahal - the Palace of Flowers, built by Maharaja Abhaya Singh, and believed to be an exclusive and private chamber of pleasure.
Duration: 3 hours
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Jaswant Thada
Jaswant Thada, built in 1889 by Sardar Singh in remembrance of Maharaja Jaswant Singh II. The entire structure is constructed out of thin and polished sheets of Marble which makes it ever so beautiful when sunlight falls over it.
Duration: 45 minutes
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Umaid Bhawan Museum
Houses the Government Museum and the UmaidBhawan Museum, with a vast collection of artifacts displaying rich history of region. Museum as well as the Umaid palace was designed by Henry Vaughan Lanchester.
Duration: 45 minutes
Drive to Bikaner. Arrive and transfer to hotel.
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Junagarh Fort
You will lead this incredible 16th century, the rectangular Junagadh fortress, built by Raja Jai Singh, a general in the Mughal emperor Akbar's army. It is one of the few oldest fortresses in Rajasthan built on the ground floor. The Fortress with its immense beauty is a good example of architecture and ancient designs and is a perfect combination of Rajput and Mughal style of architecture. Maharaja Dungar Singh, in the 18th century, added a touch of Western-style architecture and made this fortress more remarkable and beautiful. With thirty-seven pavilions, thick wall, thirty-foot wide pit, large number of balconies, as well as design windows, the fort has seven doors and one of them Suraj pol is named as the sunrays that fall directly on the door. Chand pol is a double door that has the winning architecture of the heart, as well as the design. A beautiful door leads to the Joramal temple, an ancient temple with impressive surroundings and interiors. Visit the HarMandir, a royal temple dedicated to the goddess Lakshmi and the god Vishnu, which was used by kings and princes to celebrate special occasions such as marriage ceremonies and festivals.
Duration: 4 hours
Morning drive to Jaisalmer. Transfer to hotel.
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Jaisalmer District
Jaisalmer "The Golden city", is a city in the Indian state of Rajasthan, located 575 kilometres (357 mi) west of the state capital Jaipur. The town stands on a ridge of yellowish sandstone, and is crowned by the ancient Jaisalmer Fort. This fort contains a royal palace and several ornate Jain temples. Many of the houses and temples of both the fort, and of the town below, are built of finely sculptured sandstone. The town lies in the heart of the Thar Desert (the Great Indian Desert) and has a population, including the residents of the fort, of about 78,000. It is the administrative headquarters of Jaisalmer District. Jaisalmer was once the capital of Jaisalmer State.
Duration: 2 days
Morning proceed for city tour. Late afternoon drive to Sam Dunes. Overnight at the camp.
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Jaisalmer Fort
Your first travel destination is the Jaisalmer Fort which is one of the oldest living forts of the world. The fort is constructed by using an yellow stone which from a distance makes its shine like it is made of gold, due to which it is also known as “Sonar Quila” or "The Golden Fort". Located in midst of sandy terrains, the 12 the century fort is a blend of Indian architecture with Military designs crafted on it. The palaces of Maharwals contain ornamental designs of wooden carvings that enhance the beauty of this fort. You will get to see a 5 storied Tazia Tower in this fort which reflects architectural skills of local craftsmen during ancient period.
Duration: 3 hours
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Salim Singh-ki Haveli
made up of yellow sandstone with balconies designed in different styles of architecture still has a large number of people residing here. Designed beautifully, the Haveli is built in with intricate roof carvings and served as residence for Mohta family for decades. It has exquisitely carved pillars painted with beautiful ornaments of Gold and silver.
Duration: 45 minutes
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Patwon ki Haveli depict an interesting piece of architecture built of the ancient times.
Duration: 45 minutes
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Bada Bagh
Literally meaning big garden, features a series of royal cenotaphs or chhatris of Jaisalmer Maharajas, including that of Jai Singh II (Maharaja Sawai Jai Sing). The first cenotaph in the region was built for Jai Singh II by his son, Lunkaran, in the 16th century. Jai Singh II was known for his contribution to making the city green. And to honor him, his son set up a memorial in the form of cenotaph near the dam and created a big park around it.
Duration: 45 minutes
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Khuri
Khuri Sand Dunes which are about 40 kms (1hr) from Jaisalmer.
Arrive and check-in at Desert Camp Khuri.
Here you will see the sand dunes and have a feel of the desert. The Dunes are in the Thar Desert and an extension of the Sahara desert belt which continues to Gobi Desert in China. Enjoy a short camel safari organised by the Desert camp. The sunset in the horizon is a sight worth visiting.
Enjoy the folk dances and buffet dinner.
Duration: 12 hours
In time transfer to Jaisalmer airport to board flight for onward journey.
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Jaisalmer
Transfer to the Jaisalmer airport (which is on the Khuri road-1 hr drive) to board flight for onward journey.
Duration: 10 minutes
