Duration: 10 Nights / 11 Days
Routing: Delhi – Udaipur – Bijapur – Bassi – Nahargarh - Dorai – Pangarh – Fort Krishna – Bijapur – Udaipur Departure
Detailed Itinerary
Day 01: Arrive Delhi
Arrive by International flight, after traditional Indian style ‘Swagat’ (Welcome) by Exceptional Escapes representative, he would assist you at the airport & transfer to hotel for check in.
Delhi takes pride in being the capital of the country for many dynasties. It is in fact a city wrapped in legend, where time flows differently, and where every moment becomes a moment of history. A vibrant melting pot, it encapsulates two very different worlds, the 'old' and the 'new', each representing delectably different experiences. Come experience it...
Overnight Hotel – Delhi
Day 02: Delhi – Udaipur {Jet Airways 9W 707 @1120 / 12:30 Hrs}
Post breakfast transfer to airport to board the flight to Udaipur, upon arrival transfer to hotel.
Udaipur, founded in the year 1568 by Maharana Udai Singh after his final unsuccessful attempt to defend the Mewar capital, Chittorgarh from the invading Mughals under Emperor Akbar. The Kingdom of Mewar was considered the most respectable among all Princely states in Rajasthan & still remembered for the courage to protect the Kingdom. The site for Udaipur was chosen for its natural beauty, abundant water & natural protection afforded by the surrounding forests & Aravali mountains. It is set on the edge of three lakes & also known as the "City of Lakes & Palaces". Undoubtedly one of the most romantic cities in India, its beautiful Palaces are mirrored in the calm waters of Lake Pichola & the city is a brilliant kaleidoscope of narrow lanes flanked by bright stalls, gardens, lakes, palaces & temples.
Rest of the time free for relax.
Overnight Hotel – Udaipur (B)
Day 03: Udaipur
Post breakfast start your day with a private guided city of Udaipur;
City Palace; an intriguing collection of buildings contributed by various Maharanas (Kings) after Udai Singh & built in the year 1725. The magnificence of the Palace starts right from its entrance at the northern Tripolia Gate that brings us to the central courtyard, the best place to view the facade of filigreed balconies & ornate cupola-topped towers.
Sahelion ki Bari; (Garden of Maids of Honour) is an ornamental garden built by Maharana Sangram Singh for his daughter & the Ladies of the Queen's court. He built the garden with several fountains, pools & is decorated with chiselled pavilions & elephants. The fountains worked on the unique hydraulic technique devised in the year 1700 AD & work till today.
Jagdish Temple, the Indo-Aryan temple, built in the year 1651 AD by Maharana Jagat Singh, is the largest & the most beautiful temple of Udaipur with noteworthy sculpted images.
Experience the Shared boat ride on Lake Pichola, the beauty of the lake is enhanced by the surrounding hills, palaces, temples, bathing ghats & embankments. The Jag Niwas (Lake Palace) & Jag Mandir, the two island palaces on the lake look like pearls in the lake.
Optional Tour:- Sound & Light show at City Palace with Vintage car show.
Overnight Hotel – Udaipur (B)
Day 04: Udaipur – Bijaipur (151 Kms / 3 Hrs)
Post breakfast driven to Bijaipur, upon arrival traditional welcome and check-in on arrival.
HORSE RIDE STARTS;
Late afternoon a two hour introductory ride so that you get accustomed to your horses. Bijaipur is surrounded by the beautiful Vindhyanchal hills and therefore this ride is very important to understand the terrain.
Dinner and O/N at Castle Bijaipur (A 360 year old Castle, now a classified Heritage Hotel run by the local ruling family).
Overnight Hotel – Castle Bijapur (B)
Day 05: Bijaipur – Bassi (HORSE RIDE)
Post breakfast start our ride from Bijaipur moving north. The amazing diversity in terrain and a very rich flora and fauna makes your riding a pleasurable experience. We will get to visit the settlements of local tribes including that of the beautiful Milkmen tribe. Lunch near a remote village. After lunch we will rest for a while before riding on to reach Bassi Sanctuary. The area is protected and has a few animals like antelopes, wild boar, hyena, jackal, blue bulls, wild cats and panthers.
Evening is FREE.
Overnight Hotel – Bassi Fort (B)
Day 06: Bassi – Nahargarh (HORSE RIDE)
Post breakfast we will be riding in the plains between Bassi & Parsoli, continue riding along the Bherach River. We will stop for lunch at ‘Sarola’ a small settlement. After lunch we will ride south-east to reach Nahargarh, a palace built in the center of a lake.
Evening is FREE.
Overnight Hotel – Lake Palace Naharagarh (B)
Day 07: Nahargarh – Dorai (HORSE RIDE)
Post breakfast we make our way through the southern valley with lush green fields scattered all over the area amidst hills. We stop for lunch at ‘Damru’, a beautiful spot. After lunch we will ride through the Dorai flatlands. We will reach Dorai Dam in the evening where the safari camp team will receive us.
Evening is FREE.
Overnight Hotel - The Dorai Dam in Safari Tents
Day 08: Dorai – Pangarh (HORSE RIDE)
Post breakfast we will start our ride south-west. We will be riding through the least inhibited area. We will stop for
Lunch at the old lake of Guner. The ride after lunch passes through forests and we will hardly see human beings. We will pass the deserted village of Bhagwanpura which was deserted about 60 years ago. We will reach PangarhLake which is a 1000 year old manmade lake. There are remains of a fort and some temples that add to the beauty of this place. The Lake is a paradise for the birdwatchers.
Evening is FREE.
Overnight Hotel – The Pangarh Lake Retreat
Day 09: Pangarh - Fort Krishna (HORSE RIDE)
Post breakfast set out on a spectacular ride through high rock cliffs and nice farmlands in a valley. Our overnight accommodation will be in an ancient fortress home; this fort has not been turned into a hotel but is still used as the residence for the local ruling family.
Overnight Hotel - at a 17th century fort Krishna
Day 10: Fort Krishna - Bijaipur (HORSE RIDE END)
Post breakfast we will ride through the village and then enter the valley leading north. There are amazing riding grounds and some really nice villages in this valley. We will stop for lunch near a village. After a little rest we will continue riding north to reach Bijaipur in the evening. The staff and family at Castle Bijaipur will be waiting to receive us on completing the ride.
Enjoy Farewell Rajasthani cuisine Dinner at Hotel.
Overnight Hotel -Castle Bijaipur.
Day 11: Bijaipur – Udaipur (151 Kms / 3 Hrs)
Udaipur – Mumbai {IndiGo 6E 753 @ 1515 / 1635 Hrs}
Post breakfast transfer to airport to board the Flight to Mumbai. Upon arrival board your international Krishna airport to board flight for onward journey taking back a wonderful holiday experience.
Tour Concludes: Exceptional Escapes Manager will assist you with your transfer to the airport for boarding onward flight.
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