Duration:
14 Days
Destination :
Delhi – Agra – Jaipur – Lakshman Sagar – Chanoud Garh – Udaipur
Price :
Price On Request
Itinerary
Depart
Arrive Delhi
Arrive at Delhi’s Indira Gandhi International Airport. You are met by our representative with traditional and sacred marigold flower garland. Transfer to Hotel – immediate occupancy with traditional Welcome Arti tikka. Afternoon sightseeing of Old Delhi including Jama Masjid Mosque, Rickshaw ride, drive past Red Fort (no visit). Experiential Tea Tasting at Aap Ki Pasand . Visit Raj Ghat (Gandhi memorial) and visit Humanyu Tomb. Experiential Historic Gardens Lodhi Garden & Lodi Colony Art Street - Evening visit Hauz Khas village. Hauz Khas Village is an arty pedestrianized neighborhood known for its eclectic mix of established galleries, independent fashion boutiques and vintage Bollywood poster shops. Its trendy restaurants and hip bars serve everything from Indian takes on Tex Mex staples to traditional Tibetan fare. New Delhi Drive past India Gate, Parliament House & Government Building. Experiential Bangla Sahib Gurudwara and live kitchen. Overnight stay at hotel
Delhi – Agra (approx 210 kms 4 hours)
American Breakfast. In time check-out and drive to Agra. Agra Fort visit, Visit Philanthropic activity: Visit Mother Teresa’s Charity Home. Mother Teresa’s Charity Home in Agra has children who are orphaned or come from underprivileged backgrounds along with infirmed adults who can no longer care for themselves. The mission is solely reliant on private donations to support their cause. Evening Mehtab Bagh A little known prime viewing spot of the Taj Mahal exists opposite the monument on the northern shores of the Yamuna River in Agra. It is Mehtab Bagh, a centuries old garden complex, open to the public but little advertised and not easily visited for short term Agra visitors. Overnight stay at Hotel.
Agra – Jaipur (approx 260 kms 6 hours)
Visit Taj Mahal morning. Back to hotel for Breakfast. Check -out drive to Jaipur Enroute visit Kealadeo National Park with Rickshaw Ride 2 hours. Continue drive and visit Abhaneri Stepwell. In the dry and desert like region of Rajasthan water was a precious resource. One had to dig deep into the land to find the source of this life giving element. So important was its value that great monuments were constructed around the sources of water. These are the step wells of Rajasthan. While some were modest in their size others are several stories deep. They also were used as a community space where locals could interact with each other. A short drive from Jaipur takes you to the massive stepwell built to conserve rainwater is 20 m deep with 13 levels, is considered deepest and largest of its kind in India. The architecture is a perfect symmetry and has formed a backdrop for several Hollywood films given the dramatic effect that it can create. Check-in at Hotel. Overnight stay at Hotel.
In Jaipur
American Breakfast. Visit Amber fort with Jeep (No Elephant), Afternoon visit City Palace & Observatory, Photo Stop Hawa Mahal. Experiential activities local market visit. Later take a walk in the markets of Jaipur, mainly in the Badi Chaupad and Johari Bazaar area. You will be able to see craftsman working on some fine forms of local art like Zardozi embroidery, Gota work, Kinari, silver ornament work, and precious and semi precious stonework, all taking place in these old bazaars of Jaipur. Evening Witness Govind Dev Ji Temple Arti Ceremony. Visit Govind Devji Temple for morning / evening prayer ceremony amongst devotees and followers who come especially to pay their respects to Lord Krishna. This Krishna temple has been highly preserved by the erstwhile royal family. Overnight stay at Hotel.
Jaipur – Lakshman Sagar (approx 230 kms 4 hours)
American breakfast. In the time check out & Drive to Lakshman Sagar. At the fringe of the Badlands of India, Lakshman Sagar was built in the late 19th century as a hunting lodge by the then Thakur of Raipur, Lakshman Singh Ji to host other noble families and British emissaries. As a continuation of the hospitality and traditions of the House of Raipur; Sewara has envisioned a getaway much like Thakur Lakshman Singh Ji, though with a conservationist view of the heritage and surroundings. The Zanana (women) quarters and Mardana (men) quarters, designed historically for the ladies and men respectively, offer hints to Rajput culture and traditional customs like, pardah or reflecting the granduer of mehfils & baithak. Seeped in history, every corner of Lakshman Sagar depicts the nuances of hunting holidays during the days of the Raj. From the machans used for tiger spotting to the man-made lake to attract game, great care has been taken to restore these priceless prints of the past. Check-in at hotel. Evening free for leisure. Overnight stay at Hotel.
In Lakshman Sagar
American breakfast.
Experiential activities – booked by guest directly on the spot: For an authentic local experience, activities such as nature walks, horse trailing & star gazing or 'in-activities' such as kite flying, watching the sunset by the dam or simply relaxing by the single rock-cut pool are definitely recommended for a memorable holiday. These tailor made and extremely customized local experiences highlight the 'slow life' and allow our guests to truly connect with the place and create unforgettable, enlightening experiences that rejuvenate and satisfy the mind and soul. Hotel organizing following activities on complimentary basis for in house guest. Nature Walk with Field Breakfast. Harvesting & Handpicking Vegetable from the fields, Angling, Star Gazing. Overnight stay at Hotel.
Lakshman Sagar – Chanoud Garh (approx 130 kms 3 hrs)
American Breakfast. In the time check out & drive to Chanoud Garh. Arrival at Chanoud Garh through Surya Pol (Main gate)traditional welcome in the presence of a family member with flower garlands and tikka / aarti and something sweet at the Ganesh Dodi (second gate)…lead them into the Mardana Chowk garden where once seated cold towels and water is served. This is the time when an introduction is done and a short briefing of the property while the luggage is transferred to the room. Followed by a nice refreshing welcome drink…
…family member guides them to the room and briefs them about the layout, amenities, electric points etc…once comfortable and settled they are requested to meet at the Bara-dari so they can be escorted for lunch…
Lunch is served in the Rang Mahal (a beautifully hand painted 300 year old room) where a family member guides them through the main course or also accompanies them during the meal. It’s interactive and we try to get some understanding into their interests – therefore helping us to customize / tune the day ahead…
A little relaxation in the room or soak in the sun in the garden or check your mails in the common areas…
Art of Cooking… Unlock the secrets of the house recipes as the family takes you on a culinary journey…
…a signature experience in an intimate homestay is not complete without a taste of its cuisine and at Chanoud Garh, cuisine will rule your memory as much as it would your palate. It’s Mum’s kitchen at its best, family secrets held in confidence, refined to suit world travelers and inviting enough for a traveler to join in, take notes and recipes. Every experience in Chanoud Garh is perfected so that guests can engage heartily without missing the authenticity. So it is with the Cooking Experience. An old wing in the ‘janana’ area of the palace has been specially renovated to create a space where the cuisine at Chanoud Garh can be introduced to the guests, and they can learn a few dishes from a member of the family or better still roll up their sleeves and join in for a spot of authentic cooking.
OR A walk as we talk… If you are still intrigued and do not mind a history class…
…a stroll down the property with a family member to discover it’s hidden treasures and secret stories…different courtyards…jarokhas, temples, stables, janaana chowk…discussing history, architecture, way of life in the bygone era, the renovation experiences…ending at the darbar hall…take them through the B/W photos, miniature paintings, antiquities and books.
18:00 – 19:00 …high tea on the terrace with the setting sun and hot freshly baked cakes and small bites washed down by a steaming cup of earl grey…you see small dust clouds appear as the village animals return home and wood smoke from houses fill the air…a heady mix of village sounds and temple bells fill the air…
19:00 – 20:00 …if one wants to go and change for dinner or just refresh…
20:00 onwards …drinks and starters followed by a dinner at the Badal Mahal (in summer the roof top terrace) or at Mor Chowk (in the winter months). Rest of the day leisure. Overnight stay at hotel.
In Chanoud Garh
American Beakfast. time for you to put on your walking shoes, a pair of khakis and a cap as you get ready to experience the village walk and its people…always accompanied by a village man…this walk is for guests to absorb a slice of village life...as you make your way to the village school - through the market and village houses to the old picturesque fort on the banks of the lake to the royal family cenotaphs and a vegetable garden…meeting the village folks and understanding there way of life…its all very real…
(We recommend you wear something appropriate for the village experience – no shorts, no tight revealing tops…respecting the sensibilities of the village culture…a long sleeve top with pants and a Stoll thrown in will perfectly fit the bill)
12:00 – 13:00 …back home to a refreshing drink, cold towels and a quick round of the room...
13:00 – 14:00 …a special lunch…a perfect remedy for afternoon siesta…
14:00 – 16:00 …a little relaxation in the room / check your mails (wi-fi in the common areas) /option for henna tattoo’s for the lady by a village girl as you soak in the sun (on availability) / just sit under a tree or on the green grass reading your book and your quite thoughts often broken by the loud parakeets bathing in the fountain…
16:30 – 18:00 Jeep Ride into the country side -Time will depend on Season
…choose to take the jeep drive into the countryside…as you drive through the small village settlements…the herders returning home with there heard and women folk filling there pots of water…a quick drive ahead through the fields understanding the agricultural patterns…you will come to a all new vista…a flat, cracked ground (in dry months) or a ocean of water filled with migratory birds (in rain filled months) of the salt pan stretching for miles and surrounded from all sides by the ancient aravali hills…an eerie silence broken by the hollowing winds as you see the sun drop behind the hill turning the evening sky crimson…sitting on the picnic chairs and the smell of coffee and baked cookies will bring you back to reality…
18:30 – 19:00 …a warm shower and change…
19:00 – 21:00 …drinks and starters followed by a dinner at the Badal Mahal (in summer the roof top terrace under the canopy of stars and the gentle touch of the cool western winds) or at Mor Chowk (in the winter months) seated around a robust bon fire…oil diya and candles flickering around you as the winter night sets in…the warmth of the fire, a glass of red and the presence of the host makes it an ideal setting to discuss the sights and sounds of your visit to Chanoud Garh. Overnight stay at hotel.
Chanoud Garh – Udaipur (approx 160 kms 3 ½ hours)
American Breakfast. In time Check-out and drive to Udaipur via Ranakpur open 1200 noon, Ranakpur is widely known for its marble Jain temple, said to be the most spectacular of the Jain temples. There is also a small Sun temple which is managed by the Udaipur royal family trust. Over 1444 marble pillars, carved in exquisite detail, support the temple. The pillars are all differently carved and no two pillars are the same. It is also said that it is impossible to count the pillars. Continue drive to Udaipur. On arrival Udaipur and transfer to hotel. Udaipur also known as the City of Lakes, Udaipur is the historic capital of the kingdom of Mewar in the former Rajputana Agency. Udaipur known as Venice of the East and one of the most romantic cities in India! Check in at Hotel. Overnight stay at the Hotel.
In Udaipur
Breakfast at hotel. 1000 hours Morning proceed sightseeing of Udaipur.
Royal Lakes and Palaces of Rajasthan: The picturesque city of lakes and innumerable palaces dotting the banks of Lake Pichola. Visit the Magnificent City Palace, an enormous edifice that stands on a hill on the banks of Lake Pichola, surrounded by crenulated walls. Built in 1567, it is composed of 4 major palaces and several minor palaces that form a single stunning façade. Walk through the bustling colorful by-lanes of Rajasthani Bazaar with rich folk art and craft. Jostle with the camels and the rickshaws and visit the gentle holy temples in every crook and corner. Also visit the lovely Sahelion-ki-Bari. Maharana Sangram Singh built this garden for his daughter and the ladies of the Queen's court. It is said he wished to recreate the monsoon for his daughter, who had been ill for a long period.
Sunset Hues on the Royal Palaces – on seat sharing: At sundown, take a cruise around Lake Picholla on a local boat. Sit back and watch the lights of the City Palace cast its reflection on the still waters of the lake. Overnight at Hotel.
In Udaipur
American Breakfast. Dhar and Ubeshwarji (Kundal Ubeshwarji) Trek. In the morning after breakfast we arrive at Dhar Village we will visit the local market & tradition. we will also engage in interactive session with few villagers and also visit their homes to see the rural life style and routine we will see the villager’s cattle grazing and performing their daily chores around the village. After that we start trek continue towards Ubeshwar Ji. the trek will be mix small hilly terrain & uphill climbs. on these treks we will pass through a local river and agricultural fields owned by Bhil Tribe ( one of oldest indigenous Tribes ) and a few other natives such as the old warrior clan of the Rajputs who are mostly farmers now. After that we reach mother of Godess were we see the temple & how to do the worship in Hindu temple & also we can see the panoramic view of the countryside. After few minutes we will reach at Ubheswar ji ( Shiva Temple ). Rest of the day at leisure. Overnight stay at hotel.
Udaipur – Delhi
American breakfast. Morning at leisure. Departure transfer to Airport to board flight for Delhi. On arrival transfer to Aerocity hotel for Day use wash N change till 2200 hours. Night departure transfer to Airport to board flight for final destination.