Temples of Rajasthan - Motorbike Tour
Day 01 : Abroad / Delhi
Arrive late night at New Delhi International airport.
On arrival, the guest will be met by our representative and transferred to hotel.
Upon arrival at hotel the guests will be provided with the traditional Indian welcome consisting of aarti-tikka and garlands with non-alcoholic welcome drink.
Overnight at hotel.
Day 02 : Delhi
Morning combined sightseeing tour of Old & New Delhi.
This morning you will be taken to visit Old Delhi - Former centre of Mughal Power, Old Delhi offers ancient monuments, narrow streets and bustling bazaars. Visit the vast Red Fort, built in 1648, the Jama Masjid, the greatest mosque in India and completed in 1658 by Shah Jahan who also built the Taj Mahal, and the Raj Ghat, the simple memorial to Mahatma Gandhi.
Afternoon the guests will have an opportunity to do a familiarisation of bikes. This session will include briefing regarding do/don't, road conditions, rules & regulations, etc.
New Delhi - drive past the stately government buildings of the British Era designed by Lutyens, including the India Gate & the Presidential Palace. Continue onto the beautiful Humayuns tomb of the Mughal era & predecessor of the world famous Taj Mahal. End the tour at the towering minaret of Qutab Minar.
Overnight at hotel.
Day 03 : Delhi - Agra
After breakfast ride to Agra.
Upon arrival in Agra - check-in at the hotel.
Thereafter visit the Taj Mahal, the guests will board the 'decorated tongas' (horse carriage) which will take them to Taj Mahal. Little needs to be said about this architectural wonder which is always the soul raison-de-etre for every tourist's visit to Agra. Built by Shah Jahan, the Taj is a white marble memorial to his beautiful wife Mumtaz Mahal. This monument took 22 years to be completed and was designed and planned by Persian architect Ustad Isa. Apart from it's stunning design balance and perfect symmetry, the Taj is also noted particularly for its elegant domes, intricately carved screens and some of the best inlay work ever seen.
Also visit the Red Fort.
Red Fort - lies on the bend of the river Yamuna, almost in the heart of the town. Akbar built it as his citadel over the years 1563-73 in the finest architectural style. It has imposing gates and walls of red sandstone and a moat.
In the evening witness magic show. Magic show - There is nothing that captures the magical spirit of the lad as much as the conjuror who enthralls his audience with sleights of hand and a range of tricks. Only the adventurous can volunteer to be sawed in half.
Overnight at hotel.
Day 04 : Agra - Orchha
After breakfast ride to Orchha.
Upon arrival in Orchha - check-in at the hotel.
Orchha overlooked by the modern era, this beautiful medieval town, was once the capital of Bundela kings. Built along the banks of the river Betwa, flowing through a rugged century side, it still retains the captivating air of the bygone era.
Overnight at hotel.
Day 05 : Orchha - Khajuraho
Morning tour of Orchha - walk by the century old temples and forts, each with its own poignant history, and rest amidst the beauty of the ruins. Amongst the various imposing edifices, of particular interest are the Jahangiri Mahal, built by Raja Bir Singh Deo to commemorate the visit of Mughal Emperor Jehangir, the Raj Mahal and the Laxminarayan temple, both noted for their fine frescoes and mural paintings.
Afternoon ride to Khajuraho.
Khajuraho - ancient centre of the Chandela Dynasty. Khajuraho flourished from 950 to 1050 AD and is spectacular feat of architecture carved with the roughest of tools. Each temple has a large number of spires in ascending order representing man's aspirations towards spiritual goals. They are famous tourist draw because they have the most sublime, sensuous and erotic sculptures and are romantically situated miles from anywhere in the dry and hot plains of Madhya Pradesh.
Upon arrival in Khajuraho - check-in at the hotel.
Overnight at hotel.
Day 06 : Khajuraho - Orchha
Morning visit the temples.
Visit the Eastern group of temples which consists of 3 Hindu and 3 Jain temples, their proximity attests to the religious tolerance of the times in general and of the Chandela rulers in particular.
Also visit the most important and fascinating western group of temples. The temples of Khajuraho have been declared a 'world heritage' site by UNESCO in order to preserve the rich legacy of architecture, bequeathed to future generations by the Kings of the Chandela dynasty. These temples are famous for their intricate sculptures and erotic carvings that are one of the outstanding achievements of Indian art.
Afternoon drive to Orchha.
Upon arrival in Orchha - check-in at the hotel.
Overnight at hotel
Day 07 : Orchha - Ranthambore
After breakfast ride to Ranthambore.
Upon arrival in Ranthambore - check-in at the hotel.
Ranthambore Wildlife Sanctuary - Rajasthan's most renowned wildlife sanctuary, it is 400 sq kms of dry deciduous forest, perfect natural habitat for tigers, and is set in the Aravalli and Vindhya hills, dotted with pavilions and dominated by a hilltop fort.
Ranthambore was one of the hunting preserves of the former rulers of Jaipur and because of this the Maharajas ensured the environment was preserved and the forest and their inhabitants well protected. It has a good population of tiger and their prey species, and has been declared a "Project Tiger" reserve. Wildlife includes blue bull, black buck, spotted deer or chital, wild boar, a large variety of bird species and, if very lucky, the rarely seen leopard.
This afternoon you will be escorted for game viewing inside the sanctuary by jeeps.
Overnight at hotel.
Day 08 : Ranthambore
Early morning and late afternoon, game viewing inside the sanctuary by jeeps.
Overnight at hotel.
Day 09 : Ranthambore - Pushkar
After breakfast ride to Pushkar.
Upon arrival in Pushkar - check-in at the hotel.
Afternoon tour of Pushkar - is a sacred place for the Hindus. The sacred lake at Pushkar is said to be as old as creation itself. It is the only place in India with temple dedicated to the creator of the world - Lord Brahma. Every year on a full moon day in end October/November. There is a very colourful camel fair held popularly worldwide known as Pushkar Fair.
Overnight at hotel.
Day 10 : Pushkar - Jaipur
Morning ride to Jaipur.
Upon arrival in Jaipur check-in at the hotel.
Jaipur - Encircled by the rugged Aravalli hills with numerous peaks crowned by imposing forts, Jaipur the capital of Rajasthan looks cradled and well protected. It takes its name from Maharaja Jai Singh II, who in the early 1700s became king at the age of 13. He conceived & designed his new capital with exquisite buildings of rose-colored terracotta and broad tree-lined avenues exhibiting an astonishing model of city planning.
Afternoon tour of City.
Tour of the Pink City -"The Pink City" is spectacularly set within surrounding rugged hills, dotted with ancient ruined fortresses. Your tour will include the imposing City Palace, still home to the Maharaja although several of the rooms are now open to the public. Many antiques and artefacts belonging to the ruling family are housed here, including a collection of weaponry. You will also visit the Hawa Mahal "Palace of the Winds", and the open-air Jantar Mantar Observatory to see the vast astronomical instruments. Enjoy a stroll through the colourful bazaar before returning to your hotel.
Overnight at hotel.
Day 11 : Jaipur - Delhi
After breakfast tour of Amber Fort.
Tour of the impressive Amber Fort, situated on a ridge just outside Jaipur City. At the foot of the hill you will mount your caparisoned elephant for the slow but steady climb up to the main gate, making your entrance in the time honoured fashion. The Fort, completed in the early 18th century, took over 100 years to build and now, although deserted, offers a fascinating insight into the lifestyle of the Mughal ruling families.
Afternoon drive to Delhi. On arrival in Delhi - check into the hotel.
Rest of the day at leisure to relax.
Later transfer to international airport for flight & back home.
Day 12 : Delhi - Abroad
Depart Delhi.
Tour & services Ends.
