Basecamp Rajasthan 11d/10n

Discover The Land of Kings - sand dunes, wooded hills and amazing lakes, palaces, and rugged forts, men and women in colorful turbans and skirts, bustling towns and quiet villages, camels, and tigers, harsh sunlight and the cool evening breeze are all there in abundance. The mood and the rhythm of the countryside changes from one region to another and from season to season.

Situated in northwest India, Rajasthan is divided into two parts by the ancient Aravali range. The varied topography includes both arid deserts and lush water-filled valleys. The wildlife too is diverse and rich in variety. The hunting retreats of the erstwhile maharajas are now protected areas and house magnificent animals and rare birds.

Day 1: Delhi

Upon your arrival in India, our representative will assist you at the international airport and bring you to your hotel in Delhi for an overnight stay.
Overnight at The Connaught or similar hotel (4 Star) in Delhi. (no meals)

Day 2: Delhi

Late in the morning we start a sightseeing trip of Delhi, during which we will visit some of the important cultural symbols of India’s capital. We will drive by the impressive India Gate, Parliament house and President’s Palace. At greater ease we will visit Raj Ghat, the memorial built in honour of Mahatma Gandhi, father of the nation for India. During the visit we will learn a bit more about his life and philosophy that helped India get freedom from the British Empire.

Later in the day, as one of the cultural symbols, we visit Gurudwara Bangla Sahib, a Sikh temple. Here we will learn about Sikhism, the youngest religion of the world, and absorb some of the special atmosphere around this beautiful and serene holy shrine. In the evening we visit a masterpiece of modern architecture, the Lotus temple, house of worship for the Bahai sect.

Overnight at The Connaught or similar (4 Star) Delhi. (Breakfast)


Day 3: Agra (Day train Dep: 0600 hrs; Arr: 0825 hrs)

Early in the morning we depart for New Delhi railway station to board a morning train to Agra, city of Taj Mahal. Upon arrival in Agra, we check in to the hotel and rest for a while. After lunch, we visit the Red Fort, one of the best examples of Mogul fort architecture made in red sandstone. Late in the afternoon, we visit Taj Mahal, one of the most well known figures of India’s historical heritage and a symbol of eternal love.

Dinner and overnight at Howard Park Plaza or similar (4 Star). (Breakfast)

Day 4: Ranthambore (by train Dep: 1050 hrs. Arr: 1305 hrs)

In the morning, we depart for the town of Bharatpur (01 hr drive approx), where we board a day train to Sawai Madhopur. After arriving in Sawai Madhopur we check in to the hotel. Then in the afternoon we will have a tiger safari in the park.


Overnight in Ranthambhore Regency or similar hotel. (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner)


Day 5: Jaipur

Early in the morning we will do another game drive in the park (at approximately 0630 hrs) and return to the hotel for breakfast at 1000 hrs. After breakfast we will proceed to Jaipur - the ‘Pink City’ - and the capital of Rajasthan (driving time approximately 4 hrs). After arrival in Jaipur, we check in to the hotel. Later on, we will do some sightseeing of Jaipur visiting the City Palace complex, a part of which still houses the Royal family of Jaipur and has collections of various artefacts from the Bygone era. A bicycle rickshaw ride through the colourful market of Jaipur, known for some of the most interesting and diverse traffic will conclude this day full of experiences. Evening at leisure.
Overnight at hotel Park Plaza or similar (4 star). (Breakfast)


Day 6: Jaipur

In the morning we visit the impressive Amber fort, where we have the option of taking an elephant ride. After visiting the Amber fort, we will have lunch, followed by an afternoon free to explore the colorful and vibrant markets of Jaipur.

Our dinner this evening will be with a local middle class family. This evening is meant to be an opportunity to mingle with some “regular" Indians and learn about their views regards society, politics, cultural transition of India and other such matters of contemporary importance.

Overnight at hotel Park Plaza or similar (4 star). (Breakfast & Dinner)


Day 7: Chandelao

In the morning, we will start our journey towards Basecamp Rajasthan. After our arrival in the village of Chandelao, we check in to ‘Garh’ of Chandelao, a medieval fortress built by the landlords of the area. During lunch we can have a conversation with the owner (from the lineage of the Nobility) who will explain about the fort and how the feudal system worked.

After lunch we will go for a guided walk through the village of Chandelao, to get used to the rural area and observe the various things people are doing as a part of their everyday life.

During sunset, we have dinner at the terrace of the fort enjoying a view of people’s lives by night. The sumptuous meals at Chandelao are prepared by the Chef of the fort’s kitchen.

Overnight at Basecamp Rajasthan - Chandelao Garh (Heritage). (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner)


Day 8: Chandelao

Today we have the option of doing some cultural visits and activities in and around Chandelao or we can just spend the day leisurely. Amongst the activities is a ride to a nearby village, visiting families of potters and some women making beautiful embroidery on textiles. We also have the option of visiting the local market in the town of Pipar that still retains its traditional flavours.

Later in the afternoon, we board a camel cart to go for our special ‘sundowner’ trip. We ride through the village of Chandelao to reach a set of high rocks from where we enjoy the enchanting sunset over the desert landscape along with a drink and some grilled food. After sunset, we return to the Fort on the camel carts enjoying a view of the starlit sky.

Overnight at Basecamp Rajasthan - Chandelao Garh (Heritage). (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner)


Day 9: Camel Safari

After a morning spent leisurely, we drive to the starting point of our camel safari in the Thar desert. After lunch, we start our camel safari that will bring memorable experience of the Thar Desert’s landscape and culture in all its beauty. Our camel safari will take us through the desert villages and sand dunes. Perched on top of a camel, the traditional mode of transport in the desert, we witness everyday life of rural Rajasthan, very harsh yet very lively and colourful. We will go through the village streets, observing homes and activities of everyday life. There will also be camel carts available for those of us, who wish to discontinue the camel safari at any point of time.

Tonight we will camp amidst the sand dunes to experience the desert in all its intimidating vastness. The authentic style tents of our camp bear the mark of the royal game hunting times. We have our dinner around a camp fire under the brightly starlit sky and rest during the night in the serene tranquillity of the desert.
Overnight at the tented camp. (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner)


Day 10: Chandelao

Our day starts with breakfast in one of the local homes, after which we head back to Chandelao. We return approximately by 1300 hrs, after which we have some time at leisure during the afternoon.

In the evening, after our dinner, we enjoy a show of some of the best folk music and dance of Rajasthan along with the people of Chandelao. During the show, we listen to centuries old music forms and enjoy dance forms that range from dance of the Royalty to the dance of the gypsy snake charmers.

Overnight at Chandelao Garh (Heritage). (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner)


Day 11: Chandelao-Jodhpur-Delhi

After our breakfast we bid farewell to the village of Chandelao and leave for Jodhpur, the ‘Sun city’ of Rajasthan. In Jodhpur our morning will be spent sightseeing this medieval town, including the Mehrangarh Fort.

Aptly praised by Rudyard Kipling as “The work of Angels, Giants and Fairies ..." the fort houses marvellously carved panels, latticed windows, magnificent palaces and huge ramparts.

If time permits before the departure of our flight we take a leisure walk in spice market at the Clock tower area of Jodhpur which retains some of its medieval charm even today. In the early afternoon we board our flight to Delhi.

Upon arrival in Delhi a transfer is provided from the domestic airport to the city hotel for a wash and change. In the evening we enjoy our last dinner of the tour at a local Indian restaurant, following which we timely arrive at the international airport for flight back home.

(Breakfast & Dinner)

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This program is inclusive of:
- All airport transfers
- English speaking local guide
- All accommodation, incl breakfast
- Domestic flight Jodhpur - Delhi
- Train ticket Delhi - Agra
- All meals mentioned in program
- All activities mentioned in program
- All transfers according to program.

This program is NOT inclusive of:
- Personal expenses; tips, alcoholic drinks, etc.
- Travel insurance. We recommend Gouda Travel insurance. Ask for more info!
- Visa for India
- Cancellation insurance


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