Educational and Cultural Tour
Duration: 14 nights / 15 Days
Destination Covering: Delhi-Shekhawati-Bikaner-Jaisalmer-Jodhpur-Ranakpur
- Udaipur-Pushkar-Jaipur-Fatehpur Sikri - Agra
Day 01. Flight to India (Delhi)
Around Midnight arrival in Delhi. The cosmopolitan City and capital Delhi is the
main gateway for travelers. You are met by an Virtual Tours representative and transferred
to your Hotel.
Day 02. Delhi Student Tour
Morning is at leisure. Afternoon sightseeing in Old Delhi. include red fort, old
city, Jama Masjid, “Kutab Minar” which is 71 meter high and was constructed in 1199.Before
we proceed to the Hotel we have a drive through New Delhi where we see the India
Gate, Government Buildings and Embassies.
Day 03. Delhi – Shekhawati (about 270 km)
After breakfast in the Hotel, we drive to Shekhawati region. Arrival in Shekhawati
in the late evening.
Day 04. Shekhawati – Bikaner Tour (about 190 km)
In the morning we visit the grand havellis of the Shekhawati area. Shekhawati is
a region of NE of Rajasthan and is the After the visit of Shekhawati area we proceed
to Bikaner. After a short break in Bikaner we visit the Junagarh Fort (1571-1611
AD) constructed of red sandstone and marble with kiosks and balconies embellishing
the structure at intervals.
Day 05. Bikaner – Osian – Jaisalmer (about 330 km)
Today we drive through the desert and proceed for Jaisalmer via Osian. Osian is
a great centre of Hindu and Jain religions. The oldest Temple here was constructed
in 1178 AD. We arrive in Jaisalmer in the late evening.
Day 06. Jaisalmer Student Tour
Sightseeing of the medieval city of Jaisalmer. Jaisalmer’s crenellated golden sandstone
walls and its narrow streets lined with exquisitely carved buildings makes this
city unique. Jaisalmer is famous for its carved havellis (grand mensions). We have
a walk through the old city and visit the Fort and the Jain temple. In the afternoon
we drive around 40 km. away from Jaisalmer to sam dunes where we enjoy the sunset
before we drive back to Jaisalmer.
Day 07. Jaisalmer – Jodhpur Travel (about 290 km)
Early morning drive to Jodhpur. The city was once the capital of the princely state
of Marwar (Land of death). Jodhpur is also known as the blue city as most of the
houses of the old city are painted blue. We will visit the Mehrangarh Fort (majestic
fort). Mehrangarh Fort was built on a steep hill. We also visit the Jaswant Thada,
a royal cenotaph built in white marble. After the sightseeing we have a walk through
the Bazaars of Jodhpur.
Day 08. Jodhpur – Ranakpur – Udaipur (about 260 km)
Today we drive to Udaipur. Enroute we will visit Ranakpur. Ranakpur is known for
its superbly carved marble Jain Temples. An enormous basement of this temple covers
48,000 sq. feet. There are four subsidiary shrines, twenty four pillared halls.
The Ranakpur Jain Temples were built during the 15th century. After a rest in Ranakpur
we proceed to Udaipur. Udaipur is called the romantic city of Rajasthan. A city
built around shimmering, clear, blue water lakes which reflect the green hills of
the Aravali ranges.
Day 09. Udaipur Educational Tour
Today we visit Udaipur. We start our sightseeing with the visit of Sahelion-Ki-Bari.
After the visit of Garden of Maids we visit a Museum of folk art. This museum has
a rich collection of Folk dresses, ornaments, puppets, masks, dolls, folk musical
instruments and paintings on display. After a break we proceed to city palace, the
biggest Palace in India, In the evening we have a Boat ride on the lake Pichola.
The famous Lake Palace of Udaipur was the summer residence of the former rulers.
Day 10. Udaipur – Pushkar Tour (about 300 km)
Today we leave Udaipur and drive to Pushkar. The only temple of God Brahma is in
Pushkar thus making Pushkar an important pilgrimage city for Hindus. Pushkar has
become famous in the world due to its Pushkar Festival which takes place in the
month of November. The biggest cattle and camel markets take place here where Farmers,
breeders and camel traders buy and sell. (if this tour takes place during the time
of Pushkar Festival we spend 2 nights stay in Pushkar).
Day 11. Pushkar – Jaipur Tour (about 120 km)
Today we drive to the Pink City Jaipur. Jaipur is the capital of Rajasthan and famous
for its handicrafts and precious and semiprecious stones. After a break in Jaipur
we visit the city palace in the afternoon which is still the formal residence of
the royal family, built in a blend of the Rajasthani and Mughal architecture. In
the museum of the city palace we visit the private collection of the Jaipur Mahrajas.
Day 12. Jaipur Educational Tour
After breakfast we drive to the ancient capital of Amber, laying 11 km. away from
Jaipur. Amber was the ancient capital of Kachhawaha dynasty for 6 centuries. We
will ascend to the Palace Fortress on the back of an Elephant. Enroute to Amber
we will visit the Hawa Mahal (Palace of the Winds), built in 1799 AD, it contains
953 small casements with each having its own balcony. The windows enabled cool air
to circulate and the ladies to watch processions below without being seen.
Day 13. Jaipur – Fatehpur Sikri – Agra (about 260 km)
Today we leave Rajasthan, Drive to Agra, Enroute we make a stop and visit Fatehpur
Sikri, This wonderful city constructed by red sand stones was abandoned as abruptly
as it had been built. It has been generally stated that it was due to failing in
the water supply. Late evening arrival in Agra. Rest of the day at leisure.
Day 14. Agra Educational Tour
We start today our sightseeing by a visit to the Agra Fort, built by three of the
greatest Mughal emperors. After the visit of Agra Fort we proceed to visit the most
beautiful monument of India, the TajMahal, an enduring monument to love, with a
continually fulfilling beauty. After the visit of TajMahal we have a look at the
famous fine marble inlay work which is still being done in Agra by the descendants
of the families of builders and artists of the Taj Mahal.
Day 15. Agra – DELHI Tour (by air)
In the noon we proceed to New Delhi to reach our next destination. The rest of the
day at leisure.