Rural Rajasthan Tour

Rural Rajasthan Tour package fluctuates from city life to rural life. So, carry all essentials gears that you may require during the tour. The first day destination is very casual and you get to see all major attractions of city life in Delhi. Rural tour starts with Mandawa. In Mawdawa you get a chance to smoke using Hookas. Take care as it irritates the throat. It is enticing to drill water from the pond of Birdi Chand in Jhunjhunu. But, take due precautions, as the place may be slippery and swampy. While sowing seeds with the farmers don't forget to wear boots, to avoid pricking of the dry stalks and small stones. Enjoy the camel cart ride on the way to Sanganer as this is a very fulfilling Safari. While spending the night at the hut in Nathdwara, make use of blankets, as the desert becomes very cold during nights. If you are engaging yourself in crop chopping using the iron wheel, beware of its sharp blades. While interacting with the tribes of Bisnoi, be cautious, as you are a foreigner to them. At times the tribes show reserve attitude, and do not accept any body outside their tribe. Day 10 of this package is going to be very exciting as you drive to places like Nathdwara, Kumbhalgarh, Ranakpur and Jodhpur while learning the art of the local villagers like pottery, weaving, rural embroidery while simultaneously dressing up in rural Rajasthani attire with churni, turban and dhotis before mounting on a Camel.

• An enchanting rickshaw ride in Chadni Chowk.
• Heart-throbbing Camel safari in Mandawa and Nathdwara.
• Hilarious Horse ride to reach Birdi Chand Well in Jhunjhunu.
• Thrilling Camel Cart ride while en-routing Deogarh.
• A Night in a Hut in Nathdwara and Learning Weaving Skills.
• Chopping of Crops with Iron Wheel in Ranakpur.
• Interaction with Bishnoi tribes of Jodhpur.
• Learn Weaving and Pottery Techniques from Potters and Weavers of the Village.

Day 01 : Arrive Delhi  
Arrive to IGI airport Delhi and a thrilling cab drive brings you to the Hotel Shangrila. Overnight stay in the luxurious hotel.

Day 02 : Delhi Sightseeing
Morning, after breakfast, we drive you straightaway to Akshardham temple- a newly constructed wonder creation of this century. Saunter in the temple before we take you to Qutub Minar- world's tallest brick minaret. Next, we drive to Rastrapati Bhawan where you walk up to India Gate, as it is located at close quarters. A sumptuous lunch follows, and then there is a rickshaw ride for you in Old Delhi's Chadni Chowk. Consider buying Jewelieries, fabrics and precious stones from Dariba Kalam while enjoying the rickshaw ride. We then take you to the memorial of Mahatma Gandhi in the evening following a visit to Red Fort. In Red Fort you are entertained with a lovely 'Light and Sound' Show. Night is at the comforts of the hotel.

Day 03 : Delhi – Mandawa (242 kms)
Morning, after breakfast we take you for a Metro train journey of the recently launched metro in Delhi. Observe Delhi City from the AC boogies of the metro. It is enthralling. After the metro ride, we take to Lotus temple followed by a visit to the National Museum – that preserves exhibits of all dynasties of India. Post lunch, a luxury train takes you to Mandawa. While traveling, watch out for the lovely sceneries and the aura of village-life in the route. The captivating village life sets in new dimensions of village life-style. Night halt is at Mandawa.- a small market town.

Day 04 : Mandawa – Jhunjhunu (35 kms)
Morning after breakfast, we take you for sightseeing of the haveli's. The havelis are painted with frescoes of the yesteryears and Madawa is world famous for it. We arrange camel safari that takes you to all the old havelis of the place. So, enjoy the camel safari while simultaneously visiting the havelis. We take you to Hanuman Prasad Goenka and Goenka Double Haveli. In the Havelis, watch out for the decorated sculptures of different Gods, Elephants and Horses. The Lakshiminarayan Ladia Haveli is famous for a faded image of a man enjoying a hookah. You can also enjoy hookahs during your stay in Mandawa. After lunch, we drive you to Jhunjhunu- a small village town of Rajasthan. Night halt is in a small haveli, Piramal Haveli Bagar.

Day 05 : Jhunjhunu – Jaipur (180 kms)
In Jhunjhunu, you get the opportunity to ride on a horse to reach the famous Birdi Chand well. Try out drilling water from the pond, also watch out for the Lord Hanuman temple in this well and the lovely minarets around it. The next place we take you to is Ajit Sagar Lake. Walk down the steps of the lake to find water in the pond. The lake is a wonder retreat from the crowds of cities. Also walk yourself to a temple perched on a green hill nearby from where you get to see a marvelous sight of the distant town. Your lunch is comprised of delicacies including delicious village cuisine. Later, we drive you to very impressive monuments like Badalgarh Fort, the Rajput's memorial Chhatris and Mertaniji Ki Baori known for its fine step wells. Previously, this well was used to distribute water to the neighbouring villagers. The evening is on board of a luxurious train that takes you to Jaipur. Interact with the passengers in the train to understand Rajasthan better. Night is at a hotel in Jaipur.

Day 06 : Jaipur Sightseeing  
This day is very exciting, as you are out to see the lovely pink city of India, Jaipur and its royal mansions. We arrange an elephant that takes you to Amber fort- a massive fort with a blend of Hindu and Mughal architecture. We then take you to City Palace where the lovely Mahals within the Palace mesmerizes your imagination. From City Palace, we drive you to Chokhi Dhani village where a sumptuous lunch follows in the cool comforts of a village hut. Stroll in the galleries and breathe in the cool breeze of swaying air. Participate in sowing of seeds with the farmers in the nearby fields. Later, thump the streets of the local bazaars and you will be amazed to find villagers stuffing the market with fascinating vendible. Night is at the hotel.

Day 07 : Jaipur – Sanganer (16kms) – Khimsar – Deogarh (200 km)
Morning, after breakfast, we drive you to Deogarh village en routing Sanganer and Khimsar. On the way watch out the camel carts carrying loads of goods. Our guides assist you to climb up to the carts to have a thrilling camel-cart ride. Listen to the folk songs sung by the driver of the cart. It is fascinating. Reach Sanganer with the ecstasy of your heart. Just keep gazing at the marvelous Jain temples of the village. As we drive you around, observe the villagers busy in either removing dirt from the rice heaps or brooming their huts. Click photos of the conspicuous paintings on the walls of their huts. As we continue drive, our car brings us amidst the sand dunes of Khimsar. Notice the ladies in-groups fetching drinking water in mud pots from distant places. You will be intrigued by their modesty. We take you to Khimsar fort converted to a hotel now. After a sumptuous lunch in its restaurant, we set out for a sand bash in the desert dunes of the place. Later, we drive to Deogarh to spend the night is the luxurious Deogarh Mahal. Meet the kin of the Maharaja who still live in the Mahal.

Day 08 : Deogarh – Udaipur (125 kms)
Today we will be covering Dashavatar temple - a majestic Gupta temple. On the way, notice the huts built in isolation in large paddy fields. Consider buying antiques and idols from shops stalled outside the temple. Later we drive to Deogarh Mahal where from its hill top, capture pictures of a panoramic view of the adjacent countryside. After the lunch, we take you to the local markets that are famous worldwide for their Chanderi Sarees. Buy one such Saree and treasure it for life. In the evening- a train takes you to Udaipur – city of lakes. Night in Vishnupriya inn where you taste rural delicacies of Rajasthan in your dinner.

Day 09 : Udaipur – Nathdwara (48 kms)  
Udaipur sightseeing commences with a traditional Rajasthani bsreakfast. We take you to Nagda and Ekling temples – where vivid sculptures of erotic Nagda and Ekling can be seen. We later take you to Kumbhalgarh fort for an Elephant Safari. Following a lunch, we drive you to Pichola Lake for a boat cruise. Later we take you to City Palace- a center of attraction in Udaipur. Drive to the famous markets of Udaipur and consider buying handicrafts, tie-dye fabrics and rural artifacts. A continuous drive brings you to the village Nathdwara. Spend the night in a luxurious hut in Nathdwara.

Day 10 : Nathdwara – Kumbhalgarh (85 kms) – Ranakpur (50 kms) – Jodhpur (180 kms)
This morning you have the chance to engage yourself with the potters and weavers of the village. Try out some of the pot making skills using a wheel. Also, weave clothes using needles and learn the art of rural embroidery. You can use these skills to enhance your creative art. Later dress up in rural Rajasthani attire with churni, turban and dhotis on. Mount on a camel and head to the sand dunes. On the way, taste the nutritious camel milk. We then drive you to Kumbhalgarh. It is a real lifetime experience to be in Kumbhalgarh fort. This fort restores the tenacity and culture of the past. We continue our drive to Ranakpur. In Ranakpur, engage yourself in chopping of Agri-crops using an iron wheel that has sharp blades. Later we take you to the holy Ranakpur Jain temples. After an offering to the Goddess of the temple our tour guides help you to have an interaction with the tribes of Ranakpur. Later you are driven to Jodhpur. Night is at a hotel in Jodhpur.

Day 11 : Jodhpur – Delhi (604 kms)  
This morning after a splendiferous breakfast, we are out for seeing Jodhpur in its true attire. We first set out for a village safari to visit the Bishnoi. Here you will be surprised to find trees and animals of the region well preserved. On interaction with the tribes you learn that Bishnois believe in Sanctity of the environment and so value the forest more than their lives. The strange rituals of the tribes are amazing. Later we drive to Meherangarh fort- a formidable fort of Rajasthan. Trekking to reach up to the fort is an expedition in itself. The beauty of the Moon Mahal and the Moti Mahal bathing in the rays of the setting sun is awesome. Capture photos of the magnificent view of the countryside from the hill top of Meherangarh Fort. Later in the evening, we guide you for shopping in the Sardar market of Jodhpur. Watch out for the Sacred cows lying in the Sardar market and interact with people thronging the bustling Bazaar(market). Milk a cow if you can. Buy some fabrics and local handicrafts from the market and return to hotel. After a very pompous dinner that consists of all Rajasthani cuisine, our cab takes you to Jodhpur Airport located 5 km away from the city. Your flight then brings you back to Delhi where an international flight awaits you for your onward journey back home.