A stylish short break to Rajasthan offering a mesmerising mélange of travel experience which includes but is not limited to the forts, palaces and vibrant culture. The romance of the city of Udaipur with its ancient forts, majestic palaces, picturesque lakes, colourful street life, exciting shopping opportunities, makes it a destination- impossibly beautiful and irresistibly romantic.
However, it is in the countryside around the cities that the true Rajasthan experience of luxury and relaxation is to be found. Short excursion to Jawai Bandh, the most rugged and wild part of the Aravalli hills, famous for its leopard safaris. Its raw complexity is both unique and romantic.
Day 1: Arrive Udaipur- Upon arrival, transfer to your Hotel. Udaipur, often called ‘Venice of the East’ and the ‘City of Lakes’, it is also the centre for performing arts, crafts and its famed miniature paintings. Evening enjoy a folk music & dance performance at “Baghore-ki-Haveli”. Overnight at the Hotel.
Day 2: Udaipur- Breakfast. Morning tour of the City Palace, built in a fusion of Rajasthani and Mughal architectural styles on a hill top and offering panoramic views of the Lake Pichola, Lake Palace and the Monsoon Palace. The 300-year-old complex comprises 11 palaces built by its successive Maharanas of the Mewar dynasty, making it by far the largest palace complex in Rajasthan. Later, visit the Jagdish Temple, dedicated to Lord Vishnu, located in the heart of the old city, later enjoy a panoramic view of the Fateh Sagar Lake and visit “Sahelion-ki-Bari”, the ‘garden of the maidens’, built in the mid-18th century. Afternoon visit the Monsoon Palace, also known as the Sajjan Garh Palace, a hilltop palatial residence of the royal family of Udaipur, overlooking the Fateh Sagar Lake. Later in the evening leisurely stroll in the old part of the city and its vibrant bazaars with boutique stores for shopping etc. Overnight at the Hotel.
Day 3: Udaipur/Jawai Bandh- Breakfast. Morning travel by road to Jawai Bandh (Approx. 140kms/ 3 hours). On arrival, transfer to your Lodge. Lunch included. This is one of the largest water reservoirs in western Rajasthan and is known for attracting a remarkable gathering of migratory and non-migratory bird. Surrounded by billion- year-old granite rock formations, where leopards roam wild and free, coexisting comfortably with the fascinating communities of Rabari herdsman. Your expert guide and tracker will accompany you as you track animals on foot through the wilderness. You may continue your walk exploring the local villages and temples as Jawai’s solitary hills are dotted with temples, shrines and memorials. You may be able to attend the evening aarti (temple prayer) and learn from the locals about how the leopards of Jawai are considered to be the guardians of this area, having a semi- divine status in the eyes of the communities. Rest of the day at leisure to enjoy Spa, yoga, or simply take a dip in pool with the view of the wild. Dinner & Overnight at the Lodge or Tented Camp.
Day 4: Jawai Bandh/Ranakpur/Udaipur & Depart- Early morning jeep safari or bicycle ride with a guide to further explore the wilderness. Return to the hotel for breakfast. Later return journey to Udaipur by road to visiting en route the 15th century Jain Temple at Ranakpur (only audio-guide at the Temple is permitted). Built in white marble with exquisitely intricate carvings, the temple is unique in its architectural elegance. The entire complex is built on over 40,000 sq.ft. and comprises 29 halls, 5 spires, 32 domes and 1441 pillars. All these architectural elements are covered with carvings in marble that are so delicate that it looks like lacework. It is amazing to find that among hundreds of pillars no two are alike. Transfer directly to Udaipur airport for your homebound flight.
The recommended hotels in each category have been personally inspected by us or, occasionally, by our trusted representative, and their selection do not depend on photoshopped images available online. They are international standard hotels, well maintained properties, with high quality professional and personalised services. The program can be customised with your particular choice of hotels or a “Mix and Match” of hotels mentioned in different categories, as per your interest & budgets.
Approx. prices based minimum 2 persons travelling together sharing a double/twin-bedded room
(Speak to us for firm prices & to customise the program as per your travel dates & budgets)
CATEGORY OF HOTELS |
JANUARY – APRIL 15 | APRIL 16 – SEPTEMBER |
Luxury, 5*+ |
₹133490/USD 1910 | ₹106890/USD 1530 |
Superior, 4*+ | ₹42150/USD 605 |
₹38500/USD 545 |
Approximate airfares in economy class per person**
Delhi/Udaipur/Delhi | ₹7150/USD 110 |
Mumbai/Udaipur/Mumbai | ₹7500/USD 120 |
** Airfares are subject to change based on dates of travel and until the tickets are issued
Tour Prices Include
• Accommodation for 3 nights in your selection of hotels
• Daily Breakfast
• Full Board meals in Jawai Bandh (Bera Leopard Sanctuary)
• Transfers from airport to hotel and vice-versa with assistance, tours & excursions as per itinerary by private air-conditioned car with driver with Free Wi-Fi & mineral water/soft beverages
• Tours & Excursions transfers as per itinerary by private air-conditioned car with driver
• Local English speaking guide for the tour in Udaipur
• Entrances to monuments & included features as per itinerary
• Safari in Bera Leopard Sanctuary with English speaking naturalist (shared with 4-6 persons)
• 24/7 Concierge Service (+91 9818448420) for any emergencies
• All service fees & current taxes
Does not include
• International & Internal airfares
• Any Tours & Excursions not mentioned in the itinerary
• Any meals except those mentioned in the itinerary
• Passport & Visa Fee
• Personal expenses such as beverages, laundry, telephone calls, Wi-Fi, Spa services, minibar at hotels, etc.
• Any Tips/Gratuities for airport representatives, guides, drivers, baggage porters, restaurant staff, etc.
• Trip Cancellation Insurance
Important Notes
• This program can further customised as per your travel dates, interests & budgets
• Prices are based on the present tax structure, guide fees, fuel charges and entrances to monuments. If there is any change, the prices also will change accordingly
• In case of fluctuations in the exchange rate, the USD prices are subject to change
• Prices are not valid for the peak season- Christmas/New Year, December 20- January 06.
Call us or WhatsApp +91 9650148702 or email info@aatmantours.com for a personalised quotation for this trip customised as per your travel dates & budgets. Your personalised quotation will be accompanied by our exclusive menu of optional experiential activities in each city to enhance your overall experience of the trip.