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Jaipur to Jodhpur via Sand Dune Cities of Mandawa, Bikaner, Khimsar & Jaisalmer

 

General information

DurationDestinationDeparture
9 days and 8 nights
India (Jaipur, Mandawa, Bikaner, Khimsar, Jaisalmer, Jodhpur)
India (Jaipur)

Description

Jaipur to Jodhpur via Sand Dune Cities of Mandawa, Bikaner, Khimsar & Jaisalmer tour will begin with pick up from Jaipur airport. Explore the pick city Jaipur fort, then drive to Mandawa famous for its innumerable grand mansions adorned with frescoes. Next drive to Bikaner to visit palaces and forts built of red sandstone. Make an excursion to Jorbeed one of the best places for birders to spot some raptors. Thereafter drive to Khimsar via visiting The Karni Mata Temple home to over 25,000 rats that inhabit and freely meander around the temple complex and Nagaur Fort. Continue to Jodhpur known as the Blue City, as most of the architecture forts, palaces, temples, havelis and even houses are built in vivid shades of blue. At the end we will drop you off at Jodhpur airport.

Jaipur to Jodhpur via Sand Dune Cities of Mandawa, Bikaner, Khimsar & Jaisalmer tour will begin with pick up from Jaipur airport. Explore the pick city Jaipur fort, palaces, museum & market then drive to Mandawa famous for its innumerable grand mansions adorned with frescoes. Next drive to Bikaner to visit palaces and forts built of red sandstone, that have withstood the passage of time. Make an excursion to Jorbeed one of the best places for birders to spot some raptors. Thereafter drive to Khimsar via visiting The Karni Mata Temple home to over 25,000 rats that inhabit and freely meander around the temple complex and Nagaur Fort. Jeep safari in Khimsar Sand Dunes then head to Jaisalmer the 'Golden City’ founded in 12th century. Continue to Jodhpur known as the Blue City, as most of the architecture forts, palaces, temples, havelis and even houses are built in vivid shades of blue. Jeep safari and explore Guda a Bishnoi Tribal Village and a home to vivid range of exotic wildlife and nature. At the end we will drop you off at Jodhpur airport.

Category

 
3 star hotels (Private Tour)
Bed & Breakfast 3 Stars
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4 star hotels (Private Tour)
Bed & Breakfast 4 Stars
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5 star hotels (Private Tour)
Bed & Breakfast 5 Stars
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Program

Day 1:
Arrive Jaipur
On arrival at Jaipur airport assistance and transfer to hotel & check in. Later visit Albert Hall Museum & local market.
Overnight at hotel. Meal plan: Breakfast.

Day 2:
Jaipur
Full day city tour of Jaipur visit Amber Fort, Jaigarh Fort, Sisodia Rani Garden, City Palace, Observatory, Hawa Mahal & Birla temple. Further explore local market of Pink City.
Overnight at hotel. Meal plan: Breakfast.

Day 3:
Jaipur - Mandawa (170kms)
Drive to Mandawa check in at hotel. Later visit Mandawa Fort, Hanuman Prasad Goenkas Haveli, Jhunjhunwalas Haveli, Saraf Haveli, Murmurias Haveli, Raghunath Ji Temple, Ladia Haveli, Chokhani Haveli, Newatia Havelis, Lord Krishna Temple and more.
Overnight at hotel. Meal plan: Breakfast.

Day 4:
Mandawa - Bikaner (195kms)
Drive to Bikaner check in at hotel. Later visit Junagadh Fort, Lallgarh Palace & Museum, Laxmi Niwas Palace, Rampuria Group of Havelis. Evening visit the Camel Breeding Farm & enjoy Desert Camel Safari at sunset.
Overnight at hotel. Meal plan: Breakfast.

Day 5:
Bikaner - Nagaur - Khimsar (160kms)
Morning excursion to Jorbeed to spot some raptors. Thenafter drive to Khimsar via visiting Karni Mata Temple and Nagour Fort initially built by ruler of Nag dynasty in 2nd century and was then rebuilt in the early 12th century. Continue drive to Khimsar check in at hotel. Evening Jeep Safari in Sand Dunes Village.
Overnight at hotel. Meal plan: Breakfast.

Day 6:
Khimsar - Jaisalmer (290kms)
Drive to Jaisalmer check in at hotel. Later excursion to Sam Sand Dunes for witnessing the unparalleled views of sunset, enjoying the music & dance performances by local artists, satisfying your taste buds with the delicious, authentic local cuisine & safari in the desert. Drive back to Jaisalmer for overnight stay.
Overnight at hotel. Meal plan: Breakfast, Dinner.

Day 7:
Jaisalmer
City tour of Jaisalmer visit Jaisalmer Fort, Patwon Ki Haveli, Salim Ji Ki Haveli, Nathmal Ji Ki Haveli, Mandir Palace, Bada Bagh, Kuldhara abandoned village and Gadi Sagar Lake.
Overnight at hotel. Meal plan: Breakfast.

Day 8:
Jaisalmer - Jodhpur (280kms)
Drive to Jodhpur, check in at hotel.
City tour of Jodhpur visit Mehrangarh Fort, Jaswant Thada, Umaid Bhawan Palace & Museum, Mandore Temples, Gardens & Cenotaphs.
Overnight at hotel. Meal plan: Breakfast.

Day 9:
Jodhpur
Transfer to airport to board departure flight.

Price includes

• Assistance on arrival at airport.
• 8 Nights accommodation in selected price category hotels.
• Daily breakfast & Daily breakfast & meal as per day plan (B- Breakfast, L- Lunch, D- Dinner)
• Private air conditioned deluxe car for airport transfer, sightseeing and excursion as per program.
• English speaking tour guide on sightseeing days (local guide in each city), as per program.
• Monuments entrances and activities charges mentioned in the itinerary.
• Bottled drinking water in car.
• Government taxes.

Price does not include

• Any flight tickets.
• Camera charges at monuments.
• Meals other than mentioned in day plan.
• Expenses of personal nature like liquor, laundry, tips, telephone, fax, internet etc.
• Gratuities & optional activities.
• Anything not mentioned in inclusions.

Itinerary

Day Overnight Itinerary highlights
1 4 StarsJaipur   Jaipur - Jaipur Airport
2 4 StarsJaipur
3 4 StarsMandawa
4 4 StarsBikaner
5 4 StarsKhimsar
6 4 StarsJaisalmer
7 4 StarsJaisalmer
8 4 StarsJodhpur
9   Jodhpur - Jodhpur Airport

Accommodations provided in each place

Place3 star hotels4 star hotels5 star hotels
JaipurRedfox Hotel/ Park Ocean or similarHoliday Inn Jaipur City Centre/ Lemon Tree Premier or similarITC Rajputana/ Trident Hotel or similar
MandawaDesert N Dunes/ Desert Mandawa or similarVivaana Culture /Udai Vilas Palace or similarCastle Mandawa/ Alsisar Mahal or similar
BikanerRaj Vilas Palace/ Harasar Haveli or similarGajner Palace/ Lalgarh Palace or similarNarendra Bhawan/ Laxmi Niwas Palace or similar
KhimsarKhimsar Dune Village or similarWelcomHotel Khimsar Fort And Dunes or similar
JaisalmerKilla Bhawan Lodge / The Royale Jaisalmer or similarDesert Tulip/ Garh Jaisal or similarSuryagarh/ Jaisalmer Marriott Resort & Spa or similar
JodhpurDevi Bhawan/ Pal Haveli or similarThe Ummed/ Ranbanka Place or similarWelcome Hotel/ Ajit Bhawan or similar