Rural India is extremely simple and hospitable, experience this firsthand and you are sure to make some new friends living in the heart of this vibrant peninsular.
Indian Villagers share use of common village facilities--the village pond (known in India as a tank), grazing grounds, temples and shrines, cremation grounds, schools, sitting spaces under large shade trees, wells, and wastelands. Perhaps equally important, fellow villagers share knowledge of their common origin in a locale and of each other's secrets, often going back generations. Interdependence in rural life provides a sense of unity among residents of a village.

Royal Rajasthan true royalty is in every aspect of Rajasthan. Rajasthan is a land of the Kings and the Queens, the magnificent monuments, fabulous forts, tremendous temples and extraordinary palaces. But there is something more to it and this can be discovered in its deserts, common people, their culture, customs, customs, cuisine and folk tales. Rajasthan tours offer all these and much more. It is truly said that Rajasthan is unique in all the aspects. Its diversity is equally unique.

"We owe a lot to the Indians, who taught us how to count, without which no worthwhile scientific discovery could have been made!"

"If I were asked under what sky the human mind has most fully developed some of its choicest gifts, has most deeply pondered on the greatest problems of life, and has found solutions, I should point to India"

• Village excursions, Rural sightseeing
• Performances of rural folk dance and art ,Meet rural village priests, rural artisans, weavers, potters, mat weavers, mat makers , Village folk songs, Rural festivals , Rural village fairs
• Food & Accommodation
• Live in a traditional house/fort/ palace/ haveli turned hotel
• Learn basic Indian arts/ dance/ pottery/ earthenware (makes great souvenirs and they are also microwave friendly)
• Home stay in Jamoli
• Block printing visit to Sanganer in jaipur
• Elephant ride at Amber fort Jaipur
• Boat ride on lake pichola Udaipur

Itinerary

Day 01 - Arrive / Delhi

Arrive at New Delhi airport in the morning & meet our representative, will assist you till hotel and discuss tour briefly.

Day 02 - Delhi / Mandawa

After breakfast we will proceed for Mandawa (Shekhawati region of Rajasthan). The Shekhawati region has managed to keep its rich history alive in the walls of its havelis (palaces) and buildings, with beautiful designed remnants of a grand past in the land of Rajputs. Afternoon visit to havelis, today’s home of tribal people.

Day 03 - Mandawa / Gajner

We will drive to Gajner enroute will stop at Karni Mata temple (rat temple) Deshnok is a village 30km south of Bikaner along the Jodhpur road. A visit to Deshnok's fascinating temple of Karni Mata, an incarnation of Durga, is not far for squeamish. Here the holy rodents are considered to be incarnations of the storytellers, and run riot over the temple complex

Day 04 - Gajner / Jaisalmer

This morning we will drive to Jaisalmer, is the city of Thar Desert. Late afternoon visit the sand dunes and enjoy a camel ride to view the sunset, as the sky is set on fire and Rajasthani folk musicians play haunting tunes. It can be an unforgettable experience.

Day 05 - Jaisalmer

Morning sightseeing in the city's magnificent havelis or merchant's houses, each richly decorated and carved from golden yellow sandstone - Patwon-ki-haveli (House of the Brocade Merchants) is the largest and most elaborate of the famous havelis of Jaisalmer.

Day 06 - Jaisalmer / Manwar

Morning drive to Manwar, Manvar is an ideal base to explore the Indian desert life ,culture, wildlife & beauty .It offers contrasting desert experience on one hand is the desert resort built in traditional desert village style and other even more precious in today’s world – a tented camp seven kms from the resort in the desert ,a rare sanctuary of pristine beauty ,tranquillity and peace.

Day 07 - Mnawar / Luni

Morning drive to Luni, stop at Jodhpur - once a major outpost on the Silk Road. Wander through the colorful Sadar Bazaar, where you may shop for the famous glass bangles, rugged leather mojri slippers and vivid tie-dyed fabric. Visit Meharangarh fort.  Later continue to Luni

On arrival check in into fort Chanwa Luni , You get the perfect royal experience while staying at the Fort Chanwa Luni heritage hotel that is full of carved latticework and finely carved windows that are locally known as Jharokas.

Day 08 - Luni / Ranakpur / Udaipur

Morning drive to Udaipur, enroute visit Ranakpur. In the heart of the remote and enchanting valley of the Arvallis, skirting the rivulet Maghai and enveloped in the solitude of the surrounding forest, stands, in solemn grandeur, the Chaturmukha Jain Temple of Ranakpur

Day 09 - Udaipur

Udaipur is one of India's most romantic cities and famed for its lovely palaces and lakes, once upon a time a great kingdom. Udaipur is a wonderful peaceful place, here one can feel in every moment, the royal and romantic ambience, and the great hospitality of Udaipur. A Fairy Tale experience!!
We will start our day with Lok kala mandal to see local tribe’s clothes, jewellery their lifestyle , phad ( paintings of local dieties), & very interesting puppet show.

Later we’ll go to painting school where you can learn & do the painting by yourself. Minatare paintings from Udaipur are world famous.

Day 10 - Udaipur / Bhainsrodgarh (Chittorgarh)

Morning drive to Chittorgarh, one of the India’s biggest fort, standing on hill from the centuries, victim of its great history of Rajput’s. where one can see glimpses of the imperial glory of the bygone era in its daunting forts, stylish palaces and fabulous 'chhatris'. The three great attacks on this unfortunate fort led to 'Jauhar' (a Hindu custom where royal ladies and maidens committed self-immolation to save their honor from the cruel hands of the enemy).

Day 11 - Bhainsrodgarh / Jamoli

Jamoli, going to be one the best experience of your Rustic India journey, you going to stay with Rajput family in the village, where you will learn to cook Rajasthani food. Will get chance to know local people on the village very closely.

Day 12 - Jamoli / Jaipur

Drive to Jaipur- Capital of Rajasthan. Jaipur known as “Pink City” - is spectacularly set within surrounding rugged hills, dotted with ancient ruined fortresses. Afternoon at leisure

Evening visit to Birla Ganesha temple to attend AARTI ceremony and be part of local’s daily prayer.

Day 13 - Jaipur

Morning tour of the impressive Amber Fort, situated on a ridge just outside Jaipur City. At the foot of the hill you will mount your caparisoned elephant for the slow but steady climb up to the main gate, making your entrance in the time honoured fashion. Later we go to Sanganer to see hand block printing & blue pottery making & handmade paper making, which is really interesting & normal tourist doesn’t go there.

Day 14 - Jaipur / Agra

Morning drive to Agra, Journey overland through rural India, stopping at Fatehpur Sikri, arrive Agra and check in into hotel.

Afternoon visit to Taj Mahal – 7th wonder of the world, monument of love known as many names, considered the world’s finest example of Mughal architecture & visit to Fort.

Day 15 - Agra / Delhi

Morning drive to Delhi, on arrival check in into hotel

Embark on a half day of exploration of Old & New Delhi. Highlights include the Jama Masjid, the most important mosque in India; Chandni Chowk bazaar will show you more colours on your rickshaw ride. Visit Qutub Minar, the highest tower in India, and Humayun’s Tomb, an early example of Mughal architecture.

Day 16 - Delhi / Home Country

In time transfer to International airport to board onward flight to home country with best memories from Rustic India or Rural Rajasthan

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Price

For customised pricing please contact us.

Prices include the following: -

• 15 nights’ accommodation on twin sharing basis with breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
• Assistance on arrival / departure of Fairy Tale India Representative
• All transfers from airport to hotel and vice versa, sightseeing, excursions in air-conditioned car 
  
• Local English speaking guide at each destination
• Monument entrance fees  
• Camel ride in Jaisalmer, Boat cruise in Udaipur and Elephant ride at Amber fort
• All applicable taxes

* Luxury Guests will have Luxury Toyota Inova car / Cola & beer in the car throughout the tour

Does Not include: -

• International flight
• Fees for video cameras during the sightseeing
• Personal expenses / Gratuities
• Everything that was not mentioned as "included services"

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