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Trip Length : 12 days Trip Code : EBBR
Start Point : Delhi End Point : Delhi
Start Date : Saturday End Date : Saturday
 
 

Tour Overview

In This in depth journey we travel through remote areas of Rajasthan to explore colourful villages, isolated towns , forgotten forts and ancient temples. Join us on these less traveled roads to uncover some of Rajasthan most incredible hidden treasures.







   
 
  Tour cost: USD $ 950 + $ 300
 
 

Brief Itinerary

Day 1: Delhi
Delhi, India’s capital is an exciting ,busy and at times chaotic but mostly interesting with tons of historic sights , museum and galleries , and endless bazaars. There is more to see and do than you could possibly fit in during your time here. A pre-departure meeting takes place this evening at the hotel. Afterwards we have the opportunity to go out for an optional group dinner.

Day 2: Alwar
Explore the ghost city of Bhangarh and relax at the picturesque lake side summer palace at Siliseth. We spent the night in a wonderful ancient fortress , now converted into a comfortable heritage hotel.

Day 3 & 4: Jaipur
The pink city of Jaipur is famous for its Marvelous architecture and town planning. Take excursion to magnificent Amber Fort, perched on a hilltop outside town and wonder around the old city with its colourful shops, latticed windows houses and rose pink colour streets.

Day 5: Jhalawar
This lesser know destination is a treasure house pre-historic painting, fort , water-laden verdant landscape, ancient temples and Buddhist cave. We Stay as guest with the royal of Jalawar.

Day 6 & 7:  Bundi
Bundi is often described as the undiscovered jewel of Rajasthan with impressive monuments like taragarh fort , Garh Palace ,ancient temples and numerous step wells It is a truly medieval city in great condition benefiting from being off the main tourist routes.

Day 8 & 9: Bijapur
Drive to Bijaipur, an remote village in the heart of rural Rajasthan. We stay in 17 centurary fort which has converted into a charming heritage hotel. Explore the surrounding villages to experience the lifestyle of tribal community. There are options for horse riding and camel cart ride

Day 10 & 11: Udaipur
Nested amongst the lush hills of Aravali , with its hilltop forts, city palaces, tranquil lakes and quiet alleyways Udaipur is surely the most whimsical and serene places in Rajasthan

Day 12: Delhi
Welcome to city of Djins . Tour finishes at noon.

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Highlights:
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Ghost city of Bhangarh
- Vibrant markets of Jaipur
- Medieval town of Bundi
- Stay in 17th centaury fortress
- Colourful villages of Rajasthan
- Scenic city of Udaipur
Start/ Finish point:
Start in Delhi / Finish in Delhi
Max Group Size: 12
Staffing: Fully escorted by Escape Voyages Leader, services of local guides, & camping crew.
Transport: Private vehicles, public buses train, tuk-tuks and cycle rickshaws
Accommodation: 6 nights comfortable hotels, 3 nights heritage hotels, 1 night tented camp, 1 nights sleeper train.
Activities: Village safari around Bijaipur and overnight camping .
Meals: As per itinerary (Breakfast - B, Lunch - L, Dinner - D). Please allow US$15-20 per day for additional meals.
Entrance fees: Included for all sites listed as part of the itinerary. This does not include camera fees and other entrance fees on optional excursions
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Trip Details

Local Payment:
There is a local payment of USD 300 attached to this trip. It should be paid on day 1 of the tour to your trip leader in cash in US$ or INR.

Fitness Level (2): No particular level of fitness is required for this holiday. But you need to be an active outdoor loving person and in good health .These trips are a normally include soft adventure like light walking and hiking that is suitable for most fitness levels.


Included sightseeing and activities
Alwar- excursion to Bhangarh and Siliseth; Jaipur- heritage walk in the pink city, guided excursion to Amber fort;Jalawar- visit to fort complex and Natya Shala, excursion to Jhalarapatan & Chandrabhaga Temple. Bundi- guided visit to Taragarh fort , place complex. Orientation walk to visit ancient temples and step wells. Bijaipur- village safari to surrounding tribal hamlets, overnight camping. Udaipur- city tour to Jagadish temple and City palace. Cittorgarh- guided visit to the fort complex.


Optional extras and sightseeing
Alwar- visits to Alwar fort and Sariska national park;Jaipur- visit to City palace, Albert Hall Museum & observatory. Jalawar- Gagron fort; Bundi- excursion to Nawal sagar ; Bijaipur- jungle safari, village walk, Horse ride ; Udaipur- viist to monsoon palace and temples of Rankpur, boat ride in lake Picola, Folk Dace show at Bagore ki Haveli. .
If you wish to visit a wide range of these mentioned sites and take part in a variety of optional activities please allow approx US$60.
 

Joining instructions
Joining Hotel: Palace Heights
D - 26/28, Connaught Place
New Delhi - 110001
(Behind ODEON Cinema)
Tel: 011-43582610/20/30

Palace Heights is situated in City Centre called Connaught Place. This is one of the most famous places in Delhi. It is easily connected by transportation from all major places. You will find all types of restaurants in this area. Please note that all shopping/market areas in Delhi closed on different days of the week. Connaught Place shops are closed on Sundays and are replaced by small local vendors and stalls.


Single travellers
Most of our travellers are single and like the thought of travelling with a few like-minded souls. As part of Escape Voyages core philosophy, we do not charge a single supplement. You'll probably be sharing your accommodation with a travelling companion of the same gender, your tour will probably have a strong social element and you'll almost certainly come home with some great new friends
 

Trip Inclusion and Exclusion

Price Includes
• Experienced Tour Leader, Monument Guides and other supporting staff.
• Accommodation, meals, transportation, sightseeing, activities and excursion as per itinerary
• Entrance fees to all sites listed as a part of itinerary
• Transfer to hotel on arrival

Price does not Included
• International Flights
• Drinks, tips, laundry and other item of personal nature
• Meals other than those listed in the itinerary
• Price of optional sightseeing and activities
• Departure transfer
• Visa cost
• Border Taxes

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