Iron Horses

The Forts and Palaces Tour package will take you to some of the magnificent forts and palaces of Rajasthan. The Forts and Palaces of Rajasthan are a mute testimony to the rich and glorious past of this wonderful land.

Day 01: Arrive Delhi

Upon arrival you will be met at the airport. Our executive would escort you to your hotel. We would have done a pre check-in for you at the hotel. Next day after breakfast, we'll take an orientation tour of the city.

Day 02: Samode

We spend the day exploring the rural life and the comforts of the pristine Samode palace. Tonight we host you a dinner at a special venue to add to the charm of the palace.

Day 03: Mandawa

This morning, we depart for the very special region of Rajasthan, also known as the open air art gallery. Upon arrival around lunch, check-in at the Mandawa castle/desert resort. Dinner and overnight at the hotel.

Day 04: Gajner

A morning drive brings us to Gajner Palace, a former hunting lodge besides a lake, built by Maharaja Ganga Singh of Bikaner, where we spend the next two nights. The afternoon is free to explore the surroundings of the palace.

Day 05: Bikaner

Today we enjoy an excursion to Bikaner to see the imposing Junagarh Fort, the Royal Complex and the Camel breeding Farm. Evening we return to the Gajner palace.

Day 06: Jaisalmer

A long but interesting drive through the desert thar brings us to Jaisalmer. Our two nights stop here has been arranged at the Fort Rajwada.

Day 07: Jaisalmer

Today's sightseeing of Jaisalmer town takes us to the Gadisar Lake with its gateway temple and carved havelis of local merchants and an evening camel ride into dunes of the Thar Desert at sunset rounds off our visit to this medieval city.

Day 08: Rohet (Jodhpur)

The village Rohet at its doorstep is out next stop, where we are guests of the royal family. En route we visit the grand Mehrangarh Fort, perched on a hilltop, the Umaid Bhavan Palace and the Jaswant Thada in Jodhpur.

Day 09: Udaipur

We head south through scenic countryside towards Udaipur, visiting the stunning Jain Temple at Ranakpur, with its 1444 marble pillars, on the way. En route we host you a lunch.

Day 10: Udaipur

The morning sightseeing tour of Udaipur includes the City Palace, Jagdish Temple and Sahelion-ki-Bari, a pleasure garden built for the royal maids-of-honour. Dinner and over night at the hotel.

Day 11: Deogarh

A short drive takes us to Deogarh Village where the royal family are our hosts at the Deogarh Mahal. The afternoon here is spent exploring the village and its colourful markets. Take a walking tour through the narrow lanes of the market area, truly a photographers delight. Dinner and overnight at the hotel.

Day 12: Jaipur

Today we drive to the city of it's own charms, the pink city jaipur. Upon arrival check-in at the Jai Mahal Palace for a stay of 2 nights. This evening we explore the walled city, the vibrant colours of Jaipur. We spend a good time in the illuminated bazaars where time stands still. Dinner and overnight at the hotel.

Day 13: Jaipur

A busy day of sightseeing takes us to the hilltop Fort of Amber, ascended on caparisoned elephants, the City Palace, current home of the Royal Family, the Palace of Winds & Jantar Mantar observatory. We host you a lunch.

Day 14: Bharatpur

We depart early for Bharatpure. An evening visit to the famous bird sanctuary, to view some of the 400-odd bird species found here. The ghana national park attracts over 250 migratory species, the highlight being the siberian crane. Dinner and overnight at the hotel.

Day 15: Agra - Delhi

Later, we drive just half an hour before we stop at the wonderful but deserted city of the MUGHALS, Fatehpur Sikri is a must visit monument, then continue to drive to the city of charming monuments, AGRA. Then time to drive back to Delhi.