Tour Theme – Classical & Cultural India Tour

Tour Summary:

January 26, 2008: Day 01: Delhi: Arrival at Airport and transfers to Hotel. Day at
leisure.

January 27, 2008: Day 02: New Delhi: Morning after breakfast full day sightseeing tour
of Old Delhi and New Delhi.

January 28, 2008: Day 03: Agra - Jaipur: Morning proceed towards Agra and visit the
incomparable monument of eternal love - The Taj Mahal and the historical Agra Fort.
Later transfer to Jaipur and stay overnight at your hotel.

January 29, 2008: Day 04: Jaipur: Full day sightseeing tour of Jaipur including the
Amber Fort, Jantar Mantar, Hawa Mahal along with other attractions. Evening visit an
Ethnic Village named as ‘Chowki Dhani’. Stay overnight at your hotel.

January 30, 2008: Day 05: Jaipur - Bikaner: Morning proceed towards 'Camel City'
Bikaner and check in your hotel. Evening visit the unique camel-breeding farm.

January 31, 2008: Day 06: Jaisalmer: Morning visit the well-preserved Junagarh fort.
Later drive towards Jaisalmer and stay overnight at your deluxe camp picked over sands
dunes.

February 01, 2008: Day 07: Jaisalmer: Morning half-day Camel safari tour to nearby
village. After lunch sightseeing tour of Jaisalmer including Golden Fort, Salim Singh Ki
Haveli, Patwon Ki Haveli, and Lodurva Jain temples.

February 02, 2008: Day 08: Jodhpur: Morning proceed towards Jodhpur. On arrival
check in your hotel. Evening walking trip of colourful bazars around clock tower.

February 03, 2008: Day 09: Jodhpur: Morning after breakfast sightseeing tour of
Jodhpur including Mehrangarh Fort, Jaswant Thada and Umaid Bhawan Palace Museum.

February 04, 2008: Day 10: Ranakpur - Udaipur: Morning after breakfast proceed
towards Udaipur. Enroute visit famous Ranakpur Jain Temples. Stay overnight at
Udaipur.

February 05, 2008: Day 11: Udaipur: Morning after breakfast sightseeing tour of
Udaipur including City Palace, Saheliyon Ke Bari and Shilpgram. Stay overnight at
Udaipur.

February 06, 2008: Day 12: Departure: Morning after breakfast you will be transferred
to Udaipur airport for your onwards journey back to your home destination. The tour
ends.
The per person tour cost on double occupancy basis is : USD 1191
Add 4.944% service tax levied by Government on total tour cost : USD 59

Total per person tour cost on Double occupancy basis is : USD 1250

The per person tour on single occupancy basis is : USD 1858

Add 4.944% service tax levied by Government on total tour cost : USD 92

Total per person tour cost on Single occupancy basis is : USD 1950

I have prepared the quotation considering 30 persons taking this tour. In case the number
is more or less kindly let me know as this may affect the overall tour price.

The tour cost includes:

• Accommodation in single and double occupancy rooms at the above specified

hotels.
• Meals as on CPAI basis, which includes buffet breakfast during your stay at all
places except Jaisalmer.
• All meals i.e. Breakfast, lunch & Dinner during your stay at Jaisalmer.
• Camel Safari to the nearby villages during your stay at Jaisalmer.
• All arrival and departure transfers through an exclusive Luxury air-conditioned
Coach.
• Service of an English-speaking guide during your all-sightseeing schedules.
• Driver’s allowances and parking charges.
• All kind of transport and luxury taxes.
• Assistances at all arrival and departure points.
• All other specified expenses.

The Tour Cost does not include:

• Any kind of personal expenses such as tips, laundry, telephone bills and alcoholic
beverages.
• It also does not include any meals unless and otherwise specifically mentioned.
• Entrances to the monuments.
• Camera fees (still or movie).
• Insurance Cover.
• Any train or airfares.
• Optional, suggested or unspecified activities.
Detailed Itinerary:

26th January 2008: Day 01: Saturday: Delhi: Welcome to Incredible India!

Welcome to the INCREDIBLE INDIA! On arrival at the international airport you will
be received by our executive and after the traditional Indian welcome you will be
transferred to the hotel to check in. Remaining day at leisure at your hotel. Evening is
free to move around the busy Connaught Place.

Your Hotel : Taj Ambassador

Delhi – being the capital city of India it is the centre of embassies and government
buildings. The city with its unique history has remained unrivalled in being the natural
center of power in India. Created and destroyed several times since its first foundation
Delhi carries the imprints of every civilization it has witnessed in its interesting long past.

Places of Delhi

Chandni Chowk - One of the main markets of Delhi, Chandni Chowk was once lined
with beautiful fountains. However, today the place is very crowded and congested.
Chandni Chowk is located opposite the Red Fort. The Area has got the Digamber Jain
Temple, which houses the Birds hospital. On one end of Chandni Chowk is the Fatehpuri
Mosque, which was built in 1650 by one of the wives of Shah Jahan. Opposite the old
police station or the Kotwali is the Sunheri Masjid from where Nadir Shah ordered his
troops to plunder and massacre Delhi.

Old Delhi - The City of Shahjahanabad was the capital of Shah Jahan but little remains
of that old city. The Old Delhi or the walled city served as the capital for many emperors.
Today, remains of the historical city are the gates like - Kashmiri Gate, Ajmeri Gate,
Turkman Gate, Delhi gate. Near Delhi Gate is Feroz Shah Kotla, close to this is kept the
Ashokan Pillar, which was brought from Meerut by Feroz Shah Tughlaq.

The Ghats - Along the banks of Jamuna are located the places where the leaders and
freedom fighters of India were cremated. The Raj Ghat is one of the most visited ghats. A
simple square platform of black marble marks the spot where Mahatma Gandhi was
cremated after his assassination in 1948. To North of Raj Ghat is the cremation ground of
Jawaharlal Nehru named as Shanti Van. The cremation ground of Indira Gandhi, Sanjay
Gandhi and Rajiv Gandhi are also in the vicinity. The cremation ground of Lal Bahadur
Shastri is nearby.

Rajpath and India Gate - Flanked by ornamental ponds and lawns, Rajpath is host to
the Republic Day Parade. The two secretariat buildings and Rashtrapati Bhawan on the
Raisina hills are located on the two sides of this immensely broad road. Previously the
Boat Club, besides the Rajpath, was host to many demonstrations and Rallies. India Gate
is towards the eastern end of Rajpath.

India Gate is a 42m high stone arch of triumph. It bears the name of the 85,000 Indian
Army Soldiers who died in the campaigns of WW1, the North-West Frontiers operations
and the 1919 Afghan Fiasco. Below the arch is the memorial to the Unknown Soldier.
Green grass lawns and trees surround India Gate.

The Parliament House- Sansad Bhawan or the Parliament house is the supreme law
making body in the country. It is the center of power and politicians decide the fate of the
Indian Democracy here. Visitors are not allowed inside the house but when the house is
in session, visitors may take permission to go inside and watch the proceedings of the
house. The parliament consists of three halls- Lok Sabha, Rajya Sabha and the central
hall. For the foreign visitors permits are given only after

Fort and Monuments

Humayun's Tomb - One of the most spectacular Mughal buildings, Humayun's tomb
was added to UNESCO’s World Heritage List in 1993. Built by Haji Begum, the widow
of Humanyun, the second Mughal Emperor, the mausoleum is known to the precursor of
world famous Taj Mahal. Built with a cost of one and a half million rupees, the
monument heralded the construction of garden-tombs on the Indian subcontinent.
Experience the majesty of Humayun's tomb with Hotels of New Delhi. The structure is
one of the best examples of Mughal Architecture. Humayun's wife is also buried in the
red and white sandstone, black and yellow marble tomb. The entry in the complex is free
on Fridays.

Jama Masjid - The largest mosque in India, the Jama or Jami Masjid was built between
1644 and 1658 during the reign of Shah Jahan, the most prolific of the Mughal builders.
Originally known as the Masjid-i-Jahanuma, or "mosque commanding view of the
world", the mosque is built of colossal proportions and has a courtyard, which can
accommodate 25,000 devotees. Made of sandstone and white marble, the mosque has
three gateways, two 40m high minarets and four towers.

Lotus Temple - Baha'i Temple in Delhi is often compared to the Sydney Opera House.
Located 12km southeast of Connaught Place, has emerged as a top attraction for the
tourists. Popularly known as the Lotus Temple, Baha'i Temple is a major feature of Delhi
and is well known for its appearance. There is no doubt that in years to come the temple
will prove to be a mecca for the visitors. Baha'ism is considered to be a syncretism of the
nine great religions of the world and traces its genesis to its prophet Baha'u'llah, born in
Persia in the twentieth century.

Old Fort - It is believed that the Pandavas had built their capital, Indraprastha at the
place where the old fort stands today. This fort, now in ruins, was the seat for
administration for many emperors. The legendary Prithviraj Chauhan ruled from here till
he was defeated by Abdali in the battle of Panipat. A new light & sound show is held by
the Department of Delhi Tourism every evening. Timings and Tickets are available from
the tourist office.

Safdarjung Tomb - The Safdarjang tomb is besides the of Safdarjang airport. The
Nawab of Avadh built this tomb for his father. The structure is one of the finest examples
of architecture of its time and tells a saga of the last remnants of a dying empire.

Jantar Mantar - Few minutes walk from Connaught Place is a strange collection of
Solomon coloured structures. These were built by Maharaja Jai Singh and are actually an
observatory. Though not as large as its compatriot in Jaipur Jantar Mantar at Delhi also
an attraction for the tourists. The astonishing part of these observatories is that they can
calculate many astronomical movements very accurately.

Red Fort - Built in Red Sand stone this imposing fort is 3 kms in perimeter with the
height of the wall varying from 18 to 30 meters at places. When the Red fort was being
built Yamuna used to flow on its one sides and there were deep moats on the other.
Today Yamuna flows almost a kilometer away from the fort and the moats has dried up.
In the evening, the Delhi Tourism organizes a light and sound show, which narrates the
history of Delhi in context of the Red Fort.

Qutub Minar - In 1199, Qutubuddin raised the Qutub Minar either as a victory tower or
as a minaret to the adjacent mosque. At a height of 72.5 meters, it is still the highest and
one of the finest stone towers in India. It is one of the finest Islamic structures ever raised
and Delhi's recognized landmark. The Sultan’s successor and son-in-law, Iltutmish,
completed it. The tomb of Iltutmish, which he himself built in 1235, is nearby; its
interiors are profusely decorated with calligraphy, though the dome has collapsed.

Some very special places to eat:

Bukhara: Maurya Sheraton houses this very special restaurant. Known the world over
for its delectable North-West Frontier cuisine, the restaurant is set amidst a charming
ambience.

Dum Pukht: Reviving the 200 year-old culinary legacy of the royal court of Avadh,
Dum Pukht is the winner of the coveted International honour – the Golden Fork Award.
This Restaurant is at Hotel Maurya Sheraton.

Karim’s: For the sheer pleasure of mouth-watering non-vegetarian Mughlai and

Tandoori dishes served hot and fresh, head straight for this old Muslim restaurant.

Chor Bizarre: Having created an atmosphere that provides a unique setting for truly
authentic and inspired cuisine, Chor Bizarre has been one of India's most celebrated
restaurants since 1990. Chor Bizarre, New Delhi is also India's first ISO 9002
Restaurant - the first to win this international distinction for quality in the country.
Some popular places to shop:

Central Cottage industries emporium: Government run emporium. Fixed prices.

Amazing collection of quality Indian crafts from every region of India.

Jan path: Full of crafts and showpieces, needs bargaining.

Dilli Haat: Displayed in ethnic style are a number of brick stalls, which sell handicrafts
of different regions of India. Best place to try regional cuisines. Special sales are arranged
regularly.

Hauz Khas Village: Housed in restored old village houses are several popular designer
boutiques and specialty restaurants.

Local Markets: Most frequented markets like Connaught Place, South Extension, Khan
Market and Chandni Chowk offer everything you want to buy.

27th January 2008: Sunday: Day 02: Delhi

Morning after breakfast move for sightseeing of Old Delhi (Shahajahanabad). Visit the
former centre of Mughal Power, Old Delhi which offers ancient monuments, narrow
streets and bustling bazaars. Visit the vast Red Fort, built in 1648, the Jama Masjid- the
greatest mosque in India and completed in 1658 by Shah Jahan, who also built the Taj
Mahal, and the Raj Ghat, the simple memorial to Mahatma Gandhi.

In the second half after lunch move for a sightseeing tour of New Delhi - drive past the
stately government buildings of the British Era designed by Lutyen, including the India
Gate& the Presidential Palace. Continue onto the beautiful Humayun’s tomb &
predecessor of the world famous Taj Mahal. End the tour at the towering minaret of
Qutab Minar. Another overnight stay at your hotel at Delhi.

28th January 2008: Monday: Day 03: Delhi – Agra - Jaipur

Early morning after breakfast proceed toward Agra. On arrival at Agra move for a guided
sightseeing tour of the incomparable monument to eternal love- Taj Mahal and the
historical Agra Fort. Evening drive towards the charming Pinkcity of India. Enroute visit
the abandoned citadel of Mughal emperor Akbar known as Fatehpur Sikri. On arrival
check in your hotel at Jaipur and stay overnight.

Your Hotel : The Royal Orchid

Agra: Agra is famous as being home to one of the Seven Wonders of the world-the Taj
Mahal. As the chosen city of the Mughal emperors during the early years it was here that
the founder of the dynasty, Babar, laid out the first formal Persian garden on the banks of
the River Yamuna. Here, Akbar, his grandson, raised the towering ramparts of the great
Red Fort. Within its walls, Jehangir built rose-red palaces, courts and gardens.

Shah Jehan embellished it with marbled mosques, palaces and pavilions of gem-inlaid
white marble. At Sikandra, on the outskirts of Agra, Akbar built his own garden
mausoleum. And at Fatehpur Sikri he created a whole new city - a leap of the imagination
that made real a unique concept of planning and design and gave expression to a style of
architecture that was a perfect blend of Islamic spatial concepts and the Hindu genius for
decorative sculpture. Across the river, Jehangir's gifted queen, Noor Jehan, designed an
exquisite marble-inlaid tomb for her parents. But Agra's crowning glory remains the Taj
Mahal, a monument to love built by Shah Jehan in memory of his beloved queen,
Mumtaz Mahal.

Places to see:

Taj Mahal - A Monument of Love: The Taj Mahal stands serene and perfect in its
garden of cypresses and reflecting pools on the banks of the River Yamuna. Its pure
white marble shimmers silver in the moonlight, glows softly pink at dawn, and at close of
day reflects the fiery tints of the setting sun. The Taj in all its timeless beauty is still the
inspiration of poets and painters, writers and photographers. And lovers still meet here in
the moonlight in the shadow of the world's most famous monument to love.

Agra Fort: Few forts in the world have a more fascinating story to tell than the Great
Fort of Agra. Originally planned as an impregnable military structure by Akbar, the Agra
Fort, over a period of time, acquired all the elegance, lavishness and majesty of an
imperial palace.

Situated 3 km upstream of the Taj Mahal on the right bank of the Yamuna, the Agra Fort
was built under the direction of Akbar, by Mohammed Quasim Khan, his Commander-in-
Chief and Governor of Kabul. It took eight years to complete and entailed an expenditure
of three and a half million rupees.

Itmad-Ud-Daulah's Tomb: About 4 km north of the Taj, on the left bank of the
Yamuna, is the perfectly proportioned marble mausoleum of ltmad-ud-Daulah. Noor
Jehan constructed this splendid marble monument in her father's memory. This double-
storied marble tomb is replete with mosaic, inlaid with semi-precious stones.

Sikandra: Sikandra is 8 km north-east on the Agra-Delhi road. It is on the same side of

the river Yamuna as the Taj. Sikandra was built in 1492 by Sikander Lodhi, a ruler of one
of the last dynasties of the Delhi Sultanate.

Popular places to eat:

The city abounds in restaurants which offer international and Indian cuisines. Agra is
famous for snacks and sweets like Dalmoth (lentils) and Petha (crystallised marrow),
for which the most recognized area is Kinari Bazar.
29th January 2008: Tuesday: Day 04: Jaipur:

Morning after breakfast move for a full day sightseeing tour of Jaipur including the City
Palace, Jantar Mantar observatory, Hawa Mahal, Birla temple and excursion to the old
capital Amber. The Amber fort displays a beautiful mix of Mughal and Rajput styles of
architecture. Evening optional trip to ethnic village resort ‘Chokhi Dhani’ where you may
enjoy traditional Rajasthani dinner and folk dance performances.

Popular places to eat:

Suvarna Mahal: Literally means the Palace of Gold. The high ceiling has breathtaking
Florentine style paintings, while large gilt framed mirrors on the sides add depth to the
hall. Panels of silk span the breadth of the walls and majestic chandeliers envelop the
room with a golden glow. The setting of the dining hall conjures up images of its
fantastic past and every meal is a tribute to royalty. This extra ordinary restaurant is in
your hotel Rambagh Palace itself.

Peshawari: A top-of-the-line signature and speciality restaurant serving the popular

North-West Frontier cuisine. A truly gastronomical experience for the connoisseur. The
restaurant is a part of another 5* Deluxe property i.e. Rajputana Sheraton.

Shoppers Stops: Shop till you drop is a phrase fit for Jaipur. Jaipur has many indigenous
unique arts and crafts, so many that it may be impossible to collect all of them. Some of
them are:

• Gems and Jewellery.

• Jaipur is world leader in cut and polished semiprecious stones.
• Blue Pottery made from locally mined white clay.
• Hand block printed textiles.
• Tie and dye fabrics (Bandhani)
• Enamelling. (Minakari and Kundan)
• Stone craft (Marble and sandstone, idol making)
• Lac bangles
• Puppet making.

Popular places to shop are Johari Bazaar and its lanes, M.I.Road, Khazane walon ka
Rasta, Maniharon ka Rasta and Bapu Bazaar. Several emporiums and boutiques are
spread all over the city. The best way to shop is to walk, explore and bargain.

30th January 2008: Wednesday: Day 05: Bikaner:

Morning after breakfast drive towards the ‘Camel City’ Bikaner and check in your hotel.
In the evening visit the unique camel-breeding farm. Stay overnight at your hotel.

Your Hotel : Gajner Palace

Bikaner - Rao Bika founded Bikaner in year 1488. The old city is surrounded by 7 Km
long city wall with five entrance gates, constructed in the 18th century. The city is
distinguished for the best riding camels in the world and hence boasts of having one of
the largest Camel research and breeding farm in the world. The ship of the desert is an
inseparable part of life here.

Junagarh Fort - Junagarh fort was built between 1588-1593 by Raja Rai Singh. It has 96
m long wall. The fort has 02 entrances. The main entrance of the fort is Suraj Pol or Sun
gate. Junagarh fort is built in red sandstone and marble are ornate with mirror work,
carvings and paintings. . Inside the fort are many palaces, their interiors done up in
lacquered furniture, mirror work, murals, gold polish, enamel work, shell finish and lime
plaster.

Lallgarh Palace - It was built between 1902 to 1926 and designed by Sir Swinton Jacob.
Lallgarh palace is fully inspired by Rajput tradition, with virtually no track of Mughal
Influence.

Shopper’s Stop

A stroll down the King Edward Memorial road and inside Kote Gate will reveal the
shopping pleasure in Bikaner. The purses, slippers made out of camel hide are worth a
bargain. The camel skin also ends up as cushions and lacquered lampshades. The local
carpets and woodwork are very popular among the tourists. In addition, who can forget
the world famous Bikaneri Bhujias and sweets. Bikaner is a heaven for desert handicrafts.
On the right-hand side as you enter, the fort is a very interesting craft shop, run by the
Urumul Trust. Items sold here are of high quality and made by people from surrounding
villages. Proceeds go directly to improve health and education projects in these villages.

Popular Eating Joints

• Amber Restaurant
(opposite the Hotel Joshi)

• Thar Hotel
• RTDC Hotel Dhola Maru
• Lallgarh Palace Hotel
• Chhotu Motu Joshi Sweet Shop
(Station Rd)
• The Green Hotel
• Deluxe Hotel
• Amber Restaurant
(Station Road)

31st January 2008: Thursday: Day 06: Jaisalmer:

Morning visit the well-preserved Junagarh Fort. Back to your hotel and have breakfast.
After breakfast drive through the Thar Desert and finally reach at ‘The Golden City’ -
Jaisalmer. On arrival check in your Swiss Tents picked on Sands dunes. After brief
leisure move for a sightseeing tour of the fort and various other attractions of this fairy
tale city. Evening enjoy campfire and folk art performance with local artist at your desert
resort.

Jaisalmer: The Golden City as it is popularly known was founded in 1156. It's as if a
master-craftsman took one huge piece of sandstone and patiently carved out the entire
city. Each and every building is built with yellow sand stone and is very exquisitely
carved with intricate jaalis (latticed grilles).

Your Hotel : Rawla Kanoi Resort (Swiss Tents)

01st February 2008: Friday: Day 07: Jaisalmer (Camel Safari & sightseeing)

Morning after breakfast you will be transferred to Camel safari point. Visit Muslim Dhani
(Dhani means a group of Family leaving near their agriculture field and whole time stay
there) and visit artist houses (folk musician family houses) and lunch at Resort Rawla.
After lunch one Hindu village amra and see sunset from Fort Khabha. Khabha fort
renovated by Rajasthan Government. Khabha is one of the main Ruined village of Cast
Paliwal Brahmins. Presently few house of Hindu Rajput cast reoccupied the houses and
most of the houses are still ruined. Evening enjoy campfire and folk art performance with
local artist at your desert camp.

02nd February 2008: Saturday: Day 08: Jodhpur:

Morning after breakfast check out from your desert resort and you will be transferred to
your hotel at Jodhpur. After brief leisure evening enjoy a walking trip of colourful
bazars around clock tower. Stay overnight at your hotel.

Jodhpur: Standing at the edge of the Thar Desert Jodhpur is the largest city in Rajasthan
after Jaipur. Founded by Rao Jodha in 1459 the city is dominated by a massive fort,
topping a sheer rocky ridge, which rises right in the middle of the town. Jodhpur is also
known as the Sun City because of the indigo colored houses in the old town.

Your Hotel : Ajit Bhawan Palace

Places of Tourist Interest

Mehrangarh Fort: Rao Jodha built fort in year 1459. Inside the fort is a series of
courtyards and palaces. The fort itself is divided broadly into three areas: The outer court,
with its old stables and kitchen, The Durbar: hall, reception room and maharajas palaces
and finally, the Zenana, or queen’s palaces. This palace constructed around a series of
interconnecting courtyards and adorned with breathtakingly carved sandstone filigree
work.

Fort Museum: This is one of the finest museums in Rajasthan. In the palanquin section
of the fort museum, you can see an interesting collection of old royal palanquin,
including the elaborate domed gilt Mahadol palanquin, which was won in battle from the
Governor of Gujarat in 1730. Another second is howdah section, with perhaps one of the
finest collection of ornate elephant howdahs in the world.

Umaid Bhawan Palace: It is one of the largest private residences in the world. It has 347
rooms. A British architect, H. V. Lanchester, who was an admirer of Lutyens, the
designer of New Delhi, designed the place. The present Maharaja now lives on the first
floor of the palace, while the rest of the palace has been turned into a luxury hotel.

Jaswant Thada: A collection of royal crematorium including that of Maharaja Jaswant

Singh II, in white marble, is situated near to Mehrangarh fort. Built in 1899, the cenotaph
also houses the portraits of the rulers of Jodhpur. There is some beautiful marble
latticework.

Popular Eating Joints

On the Rocks Restaurant: This restaurant is based on jungle theme. After meal try one
of the milk shakes or relax with a drink by the fountain.

Marwar Restaurant: This restaurant is built in a neo-Mughal architectural style and

serves continental, Indian food and a few Rajasthani specialties. Every night, live
classical Indian music plays in the background.

Fort Restaurant: This open top restaurant is situated at Mehrangarh Fort. Enjoy your
dinner under the starlit sky, a perfect setting for a memorable evening.
Shopper’s Stop

Girdikot and Sardar Market: These colorful markets are located in the heart of
Jodhpur. Narrow alleys lead to quaint little shops selling textiles, antiques, silverware and
a wide range of handicrafts. Nearby is the clock tower, which is a prominent landmark.

Places around Jodhpur

Mahamandir: The temple located 2 km north-east of the city on the Mandore Road, is
an architectural splendor built in 1812, supported by 84 carved pillars ornamented with
detailed designs.

Balsamund Lake and Palace: Balsamund Lake and palace is located 7 kms from
Jodhpur surrounded by garden built in 1159.A European style palace constructed in 1936,
looms over the lake. Although its internal structures are in a European style, it has
entirely traditional and beautifully carved red sand stone facade. The lake a popular
excursion spot has been converted into a public park and bird sanctuary.

Mandore Gardens: Mandore, the ancient capital of Marwar lies 8 kms north of Jodhpur.
The 'Hall of Heroes' here contains 16 gigantic figures carved out of a single rock wall.
The vividly painted figures represent Hindu and folk deities or local heroes on horseback.
The sculptures from fifth to 9th century, ivory and lacquer work are displayed here. The
Shrine of 33 Crore Gods painted with figures of gods, spirits and divinities is also worth
seeing.

Osian: The ancient town of Osian situated 65 km from Jodhpur is an archaeologist’s

delight. The 16 Brahmanical and Jain temples belonging to 8th and the 11th century are
beautifully sculpted and designed. The largest and the best preserved among them are the
Mahavir Jain temple dedicated to Mahavira, the last of the Jain Thirthankars and
Sachchiya Mata temple (11th-12th Century dedicated to Goddess Durga). The early 8th
century Surya temple with beautifully carved pillars has fascinating images of Durga,
Surya and Ganesh. Once a great trading centre, Osian is now a desert oasis, home to
numerous peacocks.

Rohet: Picturesque settlements of the Bishnoi Tribal Community- 40 kms south of

Jodhpur. Bishnois are famous for their reverence for plant and animal life. Rohetgarh, a
peaceful heritage hotel here has a beautiful lakeside environment. Jeeps, horse and camel
safaris are organized.

03rd February 2008: Sunday: Day 09: Jodhpur

Morning after breakfast move to visit the Mehrangarh Fort along with Jaswant Thada a
Memorial and Umaid Bhawan Palace Museum. The Fort is huge fort having several
courtyards and palaces inside. The palace is so imposing and dominating over the
surroundings that its name itself in local lingo means ‘a peacock sitting on the hill’. Stay
overnight at your hotel.

04th February 2008: Monday: Day 10: Udaipur

Morning after breakfast proceed towards Udaipur. Enroute visit famous beautiful
Ranakpur Jain Temples. The main temple is the Chaumukha temple (four faced temple)
dedicated to Adinath and it was build in 1439, inside are 29 halls supported by a forest of
1444 pillars, no two are alike. Later proceed to Udaipur. On arrival check in your hotel
and stay overnight.

Your Hotel : Hilltop Palace

Udaipur is one of the most romantic cities in Rajasthan, Udaipur is better known as city
of lakes. The marble palaces, the beautiful gardens and the placid blue lakes enhance the
beauty of this city. Maharana Udai Singh II founded it in 1568. The Lake Palace is
certainly the best late example of this unique cultural explosion, but Udaipur is full of
palaces, temples and havelis ranging from the modest to the extravagant. It's also proud
of its heritage as a centre for the performing arts, painting and crafts.

Places to see:

City Palace
Udai Singh II started the huge city palace. The palace is surrounded by balconies, towers
and cupolas and there are wonderful views over the lake and the city from the upper
terraces. The main part of the palace is now preserved as the City Palace Museum.

Pratap Memorial

A top the Moti Magri or prarl hill, overlooking the Fateh Sagar Lake is the memorial of
the Rajput hero Maharana Pratap with a bronze statue of the Maharana.

Jagdish Temple:

Built in 1651A.D. by Maharana Jagat Singh, the Indoarmy temple is the largest and the
most beautiful temple.

Bharatiya Lok Kala Museum

The interesting collection exhibited by this Indian folk arts museum includes folk dresses;
ornaments, puppets, masks, dolls, folk musical instruments, folk deities and paintings.

Saheliyon Ki Bari (Garden of the maids of Honor)

This small ornamental garden was a popular relaxing sport where royal women came for
a stroll. The garden has many fountains in its four delightful pools chiseled kiosks and
marble elephants.

Shopping at Udaipur: It has small shops selling a jumble of items like funky western
clothing to exquisite antique jewellery. There are many sorts of local crafts, especially
miniature paintings in the Rajput-Mughal style. Udaipur is the best place to buy
miniatures. The miniatures are painted on marbles, cloths, wood paper and even leaves.
In Udaipur, you can also buy jewellery, carpets, and block-painted fabrics. There is a
good cluster shop on Lake Palace Road and around the Jagdish Temple.
Popular places to eat

Ambrai is worth visiting purely for the superb location – unlike other restaurants, it sits
at water level. It serves Indian Chinese and continental cuisine.

Mayur Café, by the Jagadish Temple, has long been popular, although travelers give
mixed reports about the food and service. There are south Indian as well as western
alternatives; spaghetti with cheese.

Samor Bagh, at the Lake Palace Rd entrance to the City Palace, has Indian, Chinese and
continental food.

05th February 2008: Tuesday: Day 11: Udaipur

Morning after breakfast move for a guided city sightseeing tour of Udaipur. During the
day driving pass Fateh Sagar and visiting City palace museum and the ‘Garden of the
maids of the honor- Sahelion ki Bari’.

Later in the day visit Bhartiya Lok Kala Mandal for its illustrious collection of items
which are culturally and historically very important and holds a good heritage value. Also
enjoy a short puppet performance inside the museum premises. Daylong free to explore
the interesting labyrinths around Jagdish temple. Stay overnight at your hotel.

06th February 2008: Wednesday: Day 12: Departure

At appropriate time you will be transferred to Udaipur airport for your onwards journey
back to your home destination. The tour ends.