Package Brief Intro: Embark on a spiritual journey through the heart of Rajasthan, exploring ancient temples, sacred sites, and architectural marvels that reflect the rich religious heritage of the region. From the bustling streets of Jaipur to the tranquil lakes of Udaipur, each destination offers a unique blend of history, culture, and spirituality.
Details of Places Being Covered:
- Jaipur: Nahargarh Fort, Amber Fort, Hawa Mahal, Jal Mahal, City Palace Museum, Observatory
- Bikaner: Junagarh Fort, Deshnokh (Karni Mata Temple), Bhandasar Jain Temple, Laxminarayan Temple
- Jaisalmer: Jaisalmer Fort, Jain Temples, Havelis, Gadhisar Lake, Lodurva Jain Temples, Sam Sand Dunes
- Jodhpur: Mehrangarh Fort, Umaid Bhawan Palace, Osian Temples
- Ranakpur: Ranakpur Jain Temple
- Udaipur: City Palace, Jagdish Temple, Sahelion ki Badi, Lok Kala Mandal, Pratap Smarak, Haldighati, Nathdwara-Srinathji Temple, Eklingji Temple
- Pushkar: Brahma Temple, Pushkar Ghats, Khwaja Dargah (Ajmer)
Things to Do:
- Explore ancient forts and palaces
- Experience an elephant ride at Amber Fort
- Witness the mesmerizing sunset at Sam Sand Dunes
- Take a camel ride in the desert
- Attend aarti at Brahma Temple, Pushkar
- Visit the sacred shrines and seek blessings
Things to Eat:
- Indulge in traditional Rajasthani cuisine including dal bati churma, gatte ki sabzi, and ker sangri
- Enjoy local sweets like ghewar and mawa kachori
- Savor the flavors of Rajasthani thali
Detailed Itinerary:
Day 1: Arrival at Jaipur
- Arrival at Jaipur airport/railway/bus station
- Transfer to hotel
- Rest of the day at leisure
- Evening visit to Nahargarh Fort to see city lights illumination
- Optional: Dinner at Dug Cafeteria
- Overnight stay at RTDC Hotel Teej Jaipur
Day 2: Jaipur Sightseeing
- Morning visit to Amber Fort
- Optional: Elephant ride from the foothill to the top of the hill
- En-route visit Hawa Mahal
- Visit Jal Mahal
- After lunch, visit City Palace Museum and Observatory
- Evening free for shopping
- Overnight stay at RTDC Hotel Teej Jaipur
Day 3: Jaipur to Bikaner (Via Ladnu Jain Temple)
- Breakfast at the hotel
- Drive to Bikaner
- En-route visit Ladnu Jain Temple
- Arrival in Bikaner by evening
- Check-in at RTDC Hotel Dholamaru, Bikaner
- Overnight stay in Bikaner
Day 4: Bikaner Sightseeing
- Morning visit to Junagarh Fort
- Afternoon excursion to Deshnokh (Karni Mata Temple)
- Visit Bhandasar Jain Temple and Laxminarayan Temple
- Evening free for leisure
- Overnight stay at RTDC Hotel Dhola Maru, Bikaner
Day 5: Bikaner to Jaisalmer
- Breakfast at the hotel
- Drive to Jaisalmer
- En-route visit Kolayat temples
- Tea break at RTDC Hotel Pokaran
- Visit Ramdeoji shrine at Ramdeora
- Arrival in Jaisalmer
- Check-in at RTDC Hotel Moomal, Jaisalmer
- Overnight stay in Jaisalmer
Day 6: Jaisalmer Sightseeing
- Morning visit to Jaisalmer Fort, Jain Temples, Havelis, and Gadhisar Lake
- Afternoon visit to Lodurva Jain Temples
- Drive to Sam Sand Dunes for a camel ride at sunset
- Return to the hotel for overnight stay at RTDC Hotel Moomal Jaisalmer
Day 7: Jaisalmer to Jodhpur
- Breakfast at the hotel
- Drive to Jodhpur
- En-route visit Osian temples
- Arrival in Jodhpur
- Check-in at RTDC Hotel Ghoomar, Jodhpur
- Overnight stay in Jodhpur
Day 8: Jodhpur to Ranakpur
- Breakfast at the hotel
- Visit Mehrangarh Fort and Umaid Bhawan Palace
- After lunch, drive to Ranakpur
- Arrival in Ranakpur
- Check-in at RTDC Hotel Shilpi, Ranakpur
- Overnight stay in Ranakpur
Day 9: Ranakpur to Udaipur
- Breakfast at the hotel
- Visit the 14th-century Jain temple in Ranakpur
- After lunch, drive to Udaipur
- Arrival in Udaipur
- Check-in at RTDC Hotel Kajri, Udaipur
- Overnight stay in Udaipur
Day 10: Udaipur Sightseeing
- Breakfast at the hotel
- Visit City Palace, Jagdish Temple, Sahelion ki Badi, Lok Kala Mandal, and Pratap Smarak
- Afternoon excursion to Haldighati and Nathdwara-Srinathji Temple
- Return to the hotel for overnight stay at RTDC Hotel Kajri, Udaipur
Day 11: Udaipur to Pushkar
- Breakfast at the hotel
- Drive to Pushkar via Ajmer
- Visit Khwaja Dargah at Ajmer
- Arrival in Pushkar
- Check-in at RTDC Hotel Sarover Pushkar
- Evening visit to Brahma Temple and Pushkar Ghats
- Overnight stay in Pushkar
Day 12: Pushkar to Jaipur
- Breakfast at the hotel
- Drive back to Jaipur
- Tour ends with sweet memories of the Rajasthan Religious Odyssey
