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Rajasthan Tour with Holi Celebrations

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Highlights

  • Experience the grandeur, glory and vibrant festival of Colors in Jaipur.
  • Explore the National Capital of India - Delhi, in existence since the 6th century BC.
  • Visit World Famous UNESCO World Heritage-listed Sites in Agra: Taj Mahal and Agra Fort.
  • Visit Udaipur - the most romantic city of India, famous for its lavish royal palaces and artificial lakes.
  • Visit Mehrangarh Fort in Jodhpur, one of the largest forts in India, built around 1459.
  • Explore Jaisalmer, famous for its royal forts and palaces, distinguished as being the Golden city of India.

 

Holi Festival - Also called as the festival of colors, Holi is one of the most popular festivals celebrated in India. Year on year, Holi arrives on the day of full moon (Poornima day) in the month of March. It starts with Holika Dahan or Chhoti Holi on the evening of the Purnima falling in the Vikram Samvat Hindu Calendar month of Phalguna. One of the most vibrant Hindu festivals, Holi is a festive day to meet loved ones, play with colors, enjoy a delicious feast and begin afresh. Come and celebrate with us, Holi - the festival of colors, and joy.

 

Dates of Holi Festival 2024: Holi Festival 2024 will begin in the evening of Sunday, March 24, 2024 and ends in the evening of Monday, March 25, 2024.

Itinerary

On arrival at the New Delhi airport, Alkof Holidays representative will meet you and transfer you to the hotel. The rest of the day is at leisure to explore the city's bustling streets or wander its wide tree-lined boulevards to get your first taste of India. Overnight stay at the hotel.

After breakfast at the hotel, proceed for a full-day sightseeing of Delhi. The National Capital of India, Delhi has been in existence since the 6th century BC. Start your sightseeing from the Rajghat, the memorial where Mahatma Gandhi was cremated in 1948. Later, visit the Jama Masjid, the largest mosque in India, commissioned by Emperor Shah Jahan. Later, enjoy a rickshaw ride in Chandni Chowk, the busiest market in Old Delhi. Afterwards, drive past President House, and India Gate in Edwin Lutyen's Delhi. Thereafter, visit Humayun's Tomb, built in 1562, commissioned by Humayun's wife Hamida Banu Begum. Later in the evening visit the Qutab Minar, the tallest brick minaret in the world, commissioned by Qutbuddin Aibak. Overnight stay at the hotel.

After breakfast at the hotel, leave for Jaipur. Upon arrival at Jaipur, check-in at your hotel. Rest of the day free for leisure, later in the evening take a stroll inside the beautiful market of the historic walled pink city of Jaipur, where the old ways of life continue uninterrupted. Overnight stay at the hotel.

After breakfast at the hotel, proceed for a full day guided tour of Jaipur. Start you sightseeing with the iconic attraction of Rajasthan "Amber Fort and Palace", A UNESCO World Heritage Site, built by Raja Man Singh in 1592 in red sandstone and marble. The magnificent fort comprises an extensive palace complex, divided into several sections. It stands on top of an easily scalable mountain, which is situated right next to the beautiful Maota Lake. The fort's majestic appearance and its geographical advantages make it a special place to visit. After Amber Fort, visit Jal Mahal (Water Palace), City Palace, Jantar Mantar, The Hawa Mahal (Palace of winds), Albert Hall Museum, and Birla Mandir. Later in the evening, witness Holi-ka Dahan ceremony to celebrate the victory of good over evil. Among the residents, the day is also popularly known as Choti Holi since the bigger event of playing around with the colors takes place on the next day. Overnight stay at hotel.

After breakfast, enjoy Holi festival in Jaipur with the local Indian Families. Sweets and dishes will be exchanged; herbal Holi will be applied followed by lunch. Evening is free at leisure. Overnight stay at hotel.

After breakfast at the hotel, leave for Pushkar. Upon arrival, check-in at your hotel. Relax at the hotel, later visit one of the most sacred lakes in India - the Pushkar lake, surrounded by 52 bathing ghats (a series of steps leading to the lake) where pilgrims throng in large numbers to take a sacred bath. Afterwards visit Brahma Ji temple - the one and only temple of God Brahma in the world. Next you visit the cattle fair ground, where every year world Famous Pushkar Cattle fair is held. Rest of the day at leisure. Overnight stay at the hotel.

After breakfast at the hotel, leave for Narlai. Upon arrival check-in at the Rawla Narlai - a beautifully maintained heritage resort, which was once one of the Jagir villages of Jodhpur's royal family. Relax at the resort, later enjoy an optional jeep safari (Payable on direct basis) into the nearby countryside to watch deers, and leopards in their natural habitat. After that take a walk around Narlai village to gain insights into the traditional lifestyle, and culture of the local villagers. Later in the evening, descend into the 16th century baori (step-well) for delicious Rajasthani flavours. Overnight stay at the heritage resort.

After breakfast at the hotel, leave for Udaipur. On the way visit the Massive Kumbhalgarh fort - the second most important fort of the Mewar Rulers of Rajasthan, which has made its mark in history as the second largest wall in the World after the Great Wall of China, and was declared as the UNESCO world heritage site in 2013. Later continue your drive to Udaipur. Upon arrival check-in at the hotel. Rest of the day is free for own leisure activities. Overnight stay at the hotel.

After breakfast at the hotel, start your sightseeing tour of Udaipur with a visit to Sahelion-Ki-Bari. Then proceed to visit the Museum of folk art, which has a rich collection of folk dresses, puppets, dolls, masks, ornaments, folk musical instruments and paintings on display. Afterwards visit the City Palace, the biggest palace complex in India, where four generations of Maharajas added mansions and palaces. You also visit the museum of the palace, which includes the beautiful peacock mosaic and miniature wall paintings of Indian mythology. Also visit Pratap Smarak, Fateh Sagar Lake, Karni Mata Temple & ropeway. In the evening enjoy a boat ride on the lake Pichola, an artificial fresh water lake, created in the year 1362 AD. Overnight stay at the hotel.

After breakfast at the hotel, leave for Jodhpur. On the way visit Ranakpur Jain Temples, built in 12 Century - popular for it's magnificent carving on 1444 non replicable marble pillars, each one has been designed to represents its own different theme. After sightseeing of Ranakpur, proceed to Jodhpur for overnight stay.

After breakfast at the hotel, visit Massive Mehrangarh Fort - founded in 1459 by Rao Jodha, Mehrangarh Fort is perched on a 150 m high hill its sprawl is the most formidable and magnificent fort in Rajasthan. There are seven gates, which include Jayapol (Victory Gate) built by Maharaja Man Singh to commemorate his victories over Jaipur and Bikaner armies. You can still see the battle scars on the second gate of the fort. Also visit Jaswant Thada, the graceful marble cenotaph of Maharaja Jaswant Singh II. Later visit Mandore Garden, Clock Tower and Sardar Market. Next visit Umaid Bhawan Museum, built between 1928 and 1943, it's the world's largest private residence of royal family. Part of the palace is a luxury hotel, part of it royal quarters, and some part of the palace is dedicated as the Umaid Bhawan Palace Museum. Overnight stay at the hotel.

After breakfast at the hotel, leave for Jaisalmer. Upon arrival check-in at the hotel. Rest and relax at the hotel, later in the evening enjoy a camel safari, and the beautiful view of the sunset in the desert of Rajasthan. Also, enjoy some cultural activities, and traditional dance performances by the local Rajasthani artists in the Thar Desert. Overnight stay at the hotel.

After breakfast at the hotel, proceed for a full day guided tour of Jaisalmer, visit the stunning Jain temples inside the Sonar Quila, the palace museum inside the Jaisalmer Fort, which exhibits a rich collection of imperial dresses and artifacts belonging to the royal family of Jaisalmer and havelis with convoluted designs and latticed windows such as Patwaon-ki-Haveli and the Gadisar Lake form the main attractions of the city. Rest of the day at leisure. Overnight stay at the hotel.

Early morning, leave for Bikaner. Upon arrival, check-in at the hotel. Relax at the hotel, later visit Junagarh Fort, constructed by Raja Rai Singh, between 1588 -1593 AD. Also visit Lalgarh Palace, a palace and a heritage hotel built by Sir Ganga Singh, Maharaja of Bikaner, between 1902 and 1926. Later visit Bhandasar Jain Temple, protected by the Archaeological Survey of India, and famous for it's beautiful wall painting and art work. After that visit the National Research Centre on Camels, one of the best places in India to learn about camels. Rest of the day at leisure. Overnight stay at the hotel.

After breakfast at the hotel, leave for Mandawa. Upon arrival, check-in at the hotel. Rest and relax at the hotel, later take a waking tour to explore the most colourful painted havelis (Palaces) of Mandawa. Overnight stay at the hotel.

After breakfast at the hotel, leave for New Delhi. Upon arrival, check-in at the hotel. Rest of the day at leisure. Overnight stay at the hotel.

After breakfast at the hotel, our representative will transfer you to the New Delhi Airport to board a flight to your home or onward destination.

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What's Included?

Accommodation

  • 16 nights accommodation in 3 star deluxe hotels on twin or double sharing basis
    (Please Note: Accommodations can be upgraded to 4 star/5 star/Luxury boutique hotels or your choice of hotels on request basis at an additional cost.)

Meals

  • Daily breakfast at the hotels

Guide

  • English speaking local destination guides

Transport

  • All sightseeing and transfers by private air-conditioned vehicle as per the itinerary

Additional Services

  • Personal assistance during arrival and departure
  • 1 rickshaw ride in old Delhi
  • 1 boat ride on lake pichola in Udaipur
  • 1 camel safari in thar desert of Jaisalmer
  • 1 mineral water bottle per person per day
  • All applicable taxes

What's Excluded?

Flights

  • Any International or domestic flights are not included

Additional Services

  • Insurance - It is advisable that you buy a comprehensive medical/travel insurance in advance from your country before traveling to India
  • Visa fee (if applicable)
  • Any monument entrance fee, camera fee
  • Any kind of tips, personal expenses, laundry, or telephone charges
  • Anything not mentioned in the inclusions

Good To Know

Payment Terms

A deposit of 10% is required to confirm this tour, and the remaining balance will be charged 60 days prior tour starting date. For any bookings within 60 days of departure, the full tour amount will be charged upon booking. This can be paid through bank transfer, credit/debit card, or cash.

Cancellation

No additional cancellation fees apply for this tour. You can cancel the tour prior tour starting date and avoid paying the full amount, but the deposit you have paid is non-refundable. No refund applies for cancellations within of tour starting date.

VISA

It is the sole responsibility of each individual traveller to get the required visa(s) for this tour, as visa requirements vary depending on your nationality. We recommend to check with the Embassy of India in your home country.

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Duration
17 Days
Destinations
New Delhi, Jaipur New Delhi, Jaipur, Pushkar, Narlai, Kumbhalgarh, Udaipur, Ranakpur, Jaisalmer, Bikaner, Mandawa, Jodhpur +9 more
Starts/Ends In
New Delhi / New Delhi
Age Range
1 - 80 Years Old
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