Shekhawati – Art Gallery In The Open Air And Highlights Of India
SHEKHAWATI – ART GALLERY IN THE OPEN AIR AND HIGHLIGHTS OF INDIA
- 10 Days, 9 Nights
- Itinerary: Delhi – Churu – Mandawa – Jaipur – Karauli – Agra – Delhi
PROGRAM
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PROGRAM
Shekhawati is a still untouched landscape, northwest of the capital city of New Delhi, which not only boasts wonderful architecture but also a wealth of artistically designed facades, courtyards and rooms, unique in northern India and heralding the erstwhile wealth of merchants on the Silk Road , Let yourself be captivated by this fascinating area with its still intact village life
Services included:
- Assisted by a Dreamlike India Holidays agent on arrival and departure at the airport
- Qualified German-speaking travel companion from and to Delhi
- Round trip and transfer in an air-conditioned vehicle with own driver
- City tours, sightseeing and entrance fees as described above
- 9 nights in 3-5 star hotels and heritage hotels
- Accommodation in a double room / single room with bath or shower / WC, telephone, and air conditioning
- Changing room on departure night in Delhi with farewell dinner.
- daily breakfast
- Elephant ride or jeep ride in Jaipur to the Amber Fort
- Rickshaw ride in Jaipur
- Visit an operetta performance in Agra
Services not included:
- Return hometown – India
- Use fees for photo and video cameras at some attractions
- Optional excursions
- Insurance (eg travel insurance, health insurance, etc.)
- Applying for the visa and visa fee (currently approx. 60, – €)
- Personal expenses such as drinks and gratuities (for hotel staff, drivers, tour guides)
- Travel literature
TRIP LOCATION
ITINERARY
After breakfast at the hotel, you will start your city tour in Delhi. On the tour, you will visit the two parts of the Indian capital. The first stop is the UNESCO World Heritage Site Red Fort in Old Delhi, an impressive 17th-century fortification. Just a stone's throw away is the largest mosque in India Jama Masjid. Then drive to India Gate, the government district and memorial of Mahatma Gandhi, Rajghat. Then visit Qutub Minaret and Gurudwara Bangla Sahib, the royal palace of Raja Singh. He had dedicated his palace to the memory of the eighth Sikh Guru Harkishan ji. Overnight in Delhi.
Today after breakfast you leave the capital Delhi and drive about 260 km to Churu, Shekhawati. Away from the main tourist routes, you will find sand-swept cities where you can browse various handicrafts. You will visit some of the famous Havelis, magnificent Grange courtyards, in the Shekhawati region. Overnight in Churu.
Your journey will take you to Mandawa today. On the way to Mandawa, explore the two small towns in Shekhawati region, Ramgarh, and Fatehpur. Ramgarh is located about 15 km south of Churu and is known for the most decorated Kenotaphe (Chhatris). You will visit Shri Ram Gopal Poddar Chhatri (Cenotaph) in Ramgarh. After Ramgarh, explore Fatehpur. A walk through the village shows the high artistic level of the temples and havelis. A true jewel, Deora Haveli, built in 1802, was bought, restored and converted into a cultural center in 1999 by French artist Nadine Le Prince. In addition to antique furnishings, there are frescoes of wonderful beauty and expressiveness. Visitors interested in the life and art of the Shekawa Empire will get their fill in Fatehpur. After the visit drive to Mandawa and check in at your hotel. Overnight in Mandawa.
After breakfast Take a trip to Nawalgarh. A real highlight here is the visit of the Poddar Haveli, a large merchant house built in 1902, which was built by Dr. Ing. Ramnath A. Podar, a descendant of the rich merchant family, was beautifully restored and made accessible to the public as a museum. In the afternoon drive back to Mandawa and experience the Havelis of Mandawa. Overnight in Mandawa
They also enjoy a nice breakfast today and then drive to the "Pink City" Jaipur. The pink color symbolizes hospitality in the Rajput culture, which is why, for the visit of Prince Albert in the 19th century, the houses were painted in this color. Jaipur was founded by Maharaja Jai Singh ll, who even came up with the name. Upon arrival, guests check in at the hotel. In the afternoon, enjoy a rickshaw of vibrant thrills, colorful and noisy, very original life with traditional regional costumes, elephants, temples and former residences of the Maharaja, and countless shops - all of which you can absorb here. Let yourself be inspired by the exotic turbans of the men of Rajasthan and the cheerful colors of the saris. End the day with a trip to Fort Nahargarh (Tiger Fort), located 6.5 km from Jaipur on a ridge. You will never forget the incomparable view that you have at sunset from the 1734 built fort. Overnight in Jaipur
After having breakfast, climb the famous Fort of Amber, located on a steep mountain, with a choice of Elephant or Jeep. The fort was until the founding of Jaipur the capital of the Raiputen Empire. After the fort, visit the world's largest stone observatory, Jantar Mantar, and in the afternoon, the magnificent city palace, which is still inhabited by descendants of the royal family. Afterward, there is a photo stop at the Hawa Mahal, "Palace of the Winds". Overnight in Jaipur.
You leave Jaipur today and continue to Karauli. In the afternoon you visit the city palace. You will then have the opportunity to visit the Krishna Temple and participate in a traditional aarti. Overnight in Karauli.
On the way to Agra, visit the abandoned ruined city of Fatehpur Sikri. The red sandstone houses of the ruler family are still well preserved. After the sightseeing drive to Agra. The highlight of any trip to northern India awaits you today: a visit to the Taj Mahal, a wonder of the world and a monument to a great love that Shahjahan built for his beloved wife Mumtaz Mahal. In the evening you will visit a professional operetta performance in which the whole story of the most beautiful love story of the Taj Mahal will be presented playfully and musically. Overnight in Agra.
Before leaving Agra, visit the Agra Fort. Fort of Agra was once the seat and stronghold of the Mughal Empire over several generations. An imposing structure with its red sandstone walls nearly three kilometers long. You check in at your hotel, where you can refresh yourself and have dinner. After dinner, drive to the airport for your return flight. Here ends your round trip.
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