India Heritage tour

Day wise Itinerary

• Day 1 : Arrive Delhi

  Met upon arrival and transfer you to the hotel. O/n stay in the hotel.

• Day 2 : Delhi - Bharatpur via Deeg (Drive 211 Kms- Approx. 5 Hrs)

  Hv. b/ fast & drive towards Bharatpur. Enroute visiting - Deeg - a lesser-known but no less charming tourist spot. Few may know that close to Bharatpur bird sanctuary in Rajasthan lies another extraordinary tourist complex, consisting of a mini-lake palace, fort and an intricate fountain system. Home to the Jat rulers; its intricate fountain system is a marvel of engineering skills. Located about 35 km north of Bharatpur town, Deeg hamlet is set in rustic surroundings. While it does not have the romantic lure of Udaipur or Jaipur, its quiet elegance touches the soul immediately. Deeg Palace - finds mention in ancient texts as Dirgha or Dirghapura. It is known for its famous water palaces, aesthetic gardens and fountains. The famous fortress of Deeg, which contributed substantially to the making of the Jat principality, is now in a shambles but retains the grandeur of a once thriving kingdom. Its formidable cannons and large moats lie in disuse. Even in desolation, it is an impressive sight. Deeg was the first capital of the Jat people with Badan Singh being proclaimed its ruler in 1722. He was responsible for conceiving and constructing the royal palace on the southern side of the garden, now called Purana Mahal or old palace. Because of its strategic location and proximity to Mathura and Agra, Deeg was vulnerable to repeated attacks by invaders. In 1730, crown prince Surajmal is reported to have erected the strong fortress with towering walls and a deepwater moat with high ramparts about 20 feet wide in the southern portion of the town. Although Surajmal shifted his capital to Bharatpur, he continued to lavish attention on Deeg. He built elegant palaces clustered around a garden complex, with multiple fountains in front and enormous water bodies in the rear. The entire complex, sprawling with palaces and gardens, is a marvel of engineering skill. The elegant designs and perfection of workmanship of these palaces are a rarity. The Deeg palace and the fort strike you immediately as beautiful pieces of architecture. The palace complex is ample proof that the Jat community possessed aesthetic sense. The palaces form a quadrangle. At its centre is a well-laid garden with walkways, decorative flowerbeds, shrubs, trees and numerous fountains, which cool the place considerably during summer. The building to the north is called Nand Bhawan. The main building on the west, Gopal Bhawan, is the largest of all the palaces. On either side of Gopal Bhawan are two smaller buildings called Sawan and Bhadon Bhawans, named after the Indian Monsoon seasons. These buildings, including Gopal Bhawan, command a pleasing view of the western tank and gardens beyond it. A curious feature of these three palaces is the appearance of a single storey from the front while there are actually two additional floors cleverly concealed at the back. One floor of these palaces is either partially or wholly submerged in water throughout the year. Not only does it lend it the illusion of being a lake palace but also provides a cooling effect during summer. On the southern side of the quadrangle are two palaces facing north. One of them, Suraj Bhawan, is built entirely of marble and is tastefully ornamented with stones of different colours. The other palace, built of grey sandstone, is called Kishan Bhawan. James Ferguson in his `History of Indian and Eastern Architecture' says that the Deeg palaces have been built on a perfectly level plain and laid out with a regularity that would satisfy the most fastidious Renaissance architect. While the palaces are not as massive as the fortified Rajasthan palaces, they surpass them all in the grandeur of conception and their beautiful detail. A massive water tank on the terrace of Kishan Bhawan feeds the fountains in the middle of the garden. The gigantic water tank is capable of holding six to seven lakh gallons of water. Continue drive to Bharatpur. Upon arrival, transfer you to the hotel. O/n stay in the hotel.

  • Hotspots : Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary

• Day 3 : Bharatpur - Mandawa (Drive 190 Kms- Approx. 4 Hrs)

  Hv. b/fast and drive towards Mandawa. Upon arrival, transfer you to the hotel. Later spend day visiting beautiful Havelis. O/n stay in the hotel.

• Day 4 : Mandawa - Gajner via Bikaner (Drive 222kms- Approx. 5 Hrs)

  Lv. after b/fast and drive towards Gajner. Enroute visit Bikaner - the royal fortified city, stands on a slightly raised ground, and is circumscribed by a 7 km long embattled wall with five gates. The magnificent forts and palaces created with delicacy in reddish-pink sandstone bears testimony to its rich cultural heritage. Junagarh Fort :: built by Rai Singh between 1588 and 1593, has a 986-metre-long wall with 37 bastions, a moat and two entrances. Situated at a height of above seven hundred feet above sea level, it towers over the city and can be seen from a distance. The fort and its palaces are profusely decorated with magnificent stone carvings. The major buildings within the fort include the Anup Mahal, Diwan-e-Khas, Hawa Mahal, Badal Mahal, Chandra Mahal, Phool Mahal, Rang Mahal, Dungar Mahal, and Ganga Mahal. The Chandra Mahal has remarkable frescoes. Beautiful mirror work adorns the walls of Phool Mahal while golden pen work decorates the Anup Mahal. Lalgarh Palace :: built by Maharaja Ganga Singh in memory of his father, the Lalgarh Palace is situated 3 km north of Bikaner city. Designed by Sir Swinton Jacob, the palace is quite imposing with overhanging balconies and delicate latticework. Peacocks and blooming bougainvillea in the garden welcome the visitor to the palace. To promote tourism, the Rajasthan Tourism Development Corporation has converted a portion of this palace into a hotel. Continue drive towards Gajner. Upon arrival visit- Gajner Wildlife Sanctuary :: home to a variety of wild animals. The adjoining lake that reflects the charming pink sandstone palace and gardens contrasts so effectively with the surrounding scrubland where black back, chital, sambhar, chinkara, nilgai, wild boar, rabbits, partridges, quail, and Indian bustard abound, that you wonder if it's real, or a desert mirage. From the paved terrace, you see jungle animals come down to the water for a drink. This lake attracts millions of migratory birds in winter. The Maharajah of Bikaner held house parties for shooting grouse, duck, and wild boar here. O/n stay in the hotel.

  • Hotspots : Lalgarh Palace, Gajner Wildlife Sanctuary, Junagarh Fort
  • Themes : Forts and Palaces, Forts and Palaces, Heritage, Heritage

• Day 4 : Mandawa - Gajner via Bikaner (Drive 222kms- Approx. 5 Hrs)

  Lv. after b/fast and drive towards Gajner. Enroute visit Bikaner - the royal fortified city, stands on a slightly raised ground, and is circumscribed by a 7 km long embattled wall with five gates. The magnificent forts and palaces created with delicacy in reddish-pink sandstone bears testimony to its rich cultural heritage. Junagarh Fort :: built by Rai Singh between 1588 and 1593, has a 986-metre-long wall with 37 bastions, a moat and two entrances. Situated at a height of above seven hundred feet above sea level, it towers over the city and can be seen from a distance. The fort and its palaces are profusely decorated with magnificent stone carvings. The major buildings within the fort include the Anup Mahal, Diwan-e-Khas, Hawa Mahal, Badal Mahal, Chandra Mahal, Phool Mahal, Rang Mahal, Dungar Mahal, and Ganga Mahal. The Chandra Mahal has remarkable frescoes. Beautiful mirror work adorns the walls of Phool Mahal while golden pen work decorates the Anup Mahal. Lalgarh Palace :: built by Maharaja Ganga Singh in memory of his father, the Lalgarh Palace is situated 3 km north of Bikaner city. Designed by Sir Swinton Jacob, the palace is quite imposing with overhanging balconies and delicate latticework. Peacocks and blooming bougainvillea in the garden welcome the visitor to the palace. To promote tourism, the Rajasthan Tourism Development Corporation has converted a portion of this palace into a hotel. Continue drive towards Gajner. Upon arrival visit- Gajner Wildlife Sanctuary :: home to a variety of wild animals. The adjoining lake that reflects the charming pink sandstone palace and gardens contrasts so effectively with the surrounding scrubland where black back, chital, sambhar, chinkara, nilgai, wild boar, rabbits, partridges, quail, and Indian bustard abound, that you wonder if it's real, or a desert mirage. From the paved terrace, you see jungle animals come down to the water for a drink. This lake attracts millions of migratory birds in winter. The Maharajah of Bikaner held house parties for shooting grouse, duck, and wild boar here. O/n stay in the hotel.

  • Themes : Forts and Palaces, Forts and Palaces, Heritage, Heritage

• Day 5 : Gajner - Pokhran (Drive 195 Kms- Approx. 4 Hrs)

  Lv. after b/fast and drive towards Pokhran. Upon arrival, proceed for village tour. O/n in the hotel.

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