J3travel.com ::: Tour Package - 6D5N Desert Experience by Indian Airlines

Day 01: Singapore - Jodhpur (Dinner)
Met on arrival in Jodhpur and transfer to hotel. Afternoon sightseeing of Umaid Bhawan Palace, Mondore Gardens and Museum.
Umaid Bhawan Palace - Also known as Cheetar Palace, the Umaid Bhawan Palace is the only 20th century palace built under the famine relief project that gave employment to famine struck population. The palace was completed in 16 years. The brilliant monument built in sandstone is still the residence of the former rulers with a section of it running as a hotel and the remaining part as a museum.
Mondore was a capital of Marwart Jodphur. The ruined fort and palace survive on the hilltop and the garden below have become a public park with fountains and the cenotaphs of Jodphur's maharajas - who presumably continued to use the gardens after moving to the Meherangarh in Jodphur. The Hall of Hero's, with 15 figures carved out of living rock, is beside the baoli, where the path from the fort reaches Mandore Gardens.
Overnight: Standard Room at Abhay Day's Inn / Ranbanka / Chrandra Inn

Day 02: Jodhpur (Breakfast, Dinner)
After breakfast, depart for Meherangarh fort, museum and Jaswant Thada.
Meherangarh Fort - The 5km long majestic fort on a 125m high elevated land is one of the most impressive and formidable structure in Jodphur. Although invincible from the outside, the fort has four gate approached by a winding road. Within the fort are some awesome palaces with interestingly carved panels, latticed windows and evocative names.
Jaswant Thada - A cluster of royal cenotaphs in white marble built in 1899AD in memory of Maharaja Jaswant Singh II. Within the main cenotaph are the portraits of various Jodphur rulers.
Overnight: Standard Room at Abhay Day's Inn / Ranbanka / Chrandra Inn

Day 03: Jodhpur - Jaisalmer (Breakfast, Dinner)
After breakfast, depart for Jaisalmer. Free at leisure for the rest of the day.
Overnight: Standard Room at Rangmahal, Jawahar Niwas

Day 04: Jaisalmer (Breakfast, Dinner)
After breakfast, depart for Jaisalmer Fort, Jain Temples, Partwon Ki Haveli, Nathmal Ji Ki & Tazia Tower. After Lunch, visit famous Sand Dunes, Camel Safari (at own cost) and Rajasthani folk dance and music.
Jaisalmer Fort - The Jaisalmer Fort stands about 100m over the city and in fact houses a citadel within its massive ramparts. Walking down the narrow cobbled stone lanes, one can feel and sense the true magic of Jaisalmer. Several entrances called Pols, including the Ganesh Pol, Suraj Pol, Bhoota Pol and the Hava PoL guard the Megh Durbar and the Jawahar Mahal which were occupied by the royal family. Outside the fort is the main market place called Manek Chowk. From Manek Chowk, one can walk into the lanes where the famous carved havelis are to be found. The Jaisalmar Fort is popularly known as the Golden Fort for its amber hue, which mesmerize every tourists coming to this place.
Jian Temples - The Parswanath Temple is the oldest and the most beautiful of the Jian Temples. The walls of the sanctum are carved with animal and human figures. There is small dome which is crowned by an amalak and a waterpot containing a lotus flower.
Patwon-ki-Haveli - This is one of the largest and most elaborate Haveli in Jaisalmar and stands in a narrow lane. Its is five storey high and is extensively carved. It is divided into six apartments, two owned by archaeological Survey of India, two owned by families of operate craft-shops and two private homes. There are remnants of painting on some onside walls as well as some mirror work.
Nathmal Ji ki Haveli - Two architect brothers built it in the 19th century. Interestingly, while one concentrated on the right, the other concentrated on the left and the result is a symphony epitomizing the side by side symmetry during construction. Paintings in miniature style monopolies the walls in the interior. Mighty tuskers carved out of yellow sandstone stand guard to the haveli.
Tazia Tower - The delicate pagoda like Tazia Tower rises from Badal Mahal (Cloud Palace). Rising in its five-tiered splendour, with each storey graced by a delicately carved balcony, the tower is of historical significance. Muslim craftsmen built it in the shape of a Tazia and gifted it to their royal patron.
Overnight: Standard Room at Rangmahal, Jawahar Niwas

Day 05: Jaisalmer - Manvar (Breakfast, Dinner)
After breakfast, depart for Manvar. After lunch, go for 3hrs jeep safari. Chances of spotted desert fax, Chinkara & Black Buck and if lucky, the great Indian Bustard.
Manvar Safari offers great outdoor adventure and a taste of the Thar Desert. Visitors can choose between camel and Jeep safari. Visitiors can visit tribal (bishnoi) villages, see desert wild life, (chinkara, desert fox, Nilgai) watch local craftsmen at work, see chili & mustard farming in the desert and enjoy the beautiful virgins sand dunes. The longer safari goes to the demoiselle crane feeding grounds at Khican and the Bishnoi temple.
Overnight: Standard Room at Manvar Desert Resort - Tented accommodation

Day 06: Manvar - Jodhpur - Singapore (Breakfast)
After breakfast, transfer to Jodhpur airport for your flight back to Singapore.

Price Per Person	Single (S$)	Twin (S$)	Triple (S$)	Child (S$)
01Nov 06 - 31Mar 07	2159	1529	1409	669
Extension Night	Single (S$)	Twin (S$)	Triple (S$)	Child (S$)
Jodhpur	187	106	79	24
Jaisalmer	165	106	94	24
Manvar	235	141	125	24

Price Includes :

Return economy class airfare to Jodhpur by Indian Airlines.
Airport transfer, sightseeing & intercity transfer by NON A/C car.
2 nights accommodation in standard room at Abhay Day's Inn / Ranbanka / Chrandra Inn, Jodhpur.
2 nights accommodation in standard room at Rangmahal, Jawahar Niwas, Jaisalmer.
1 nights accommodation in standard room in a luxury tent, Manvar.
Sightseeing & meals as per itinerary.
Option to extend stay.

Important Notes :

Travel to be completed by 31Mar'07.
Service fee of S$20 per child applies.
Visa is required for Singapore Passport Holders.

Remarks :

Due to non availability of rooms, we reserve the right to provide alternate hotel which might / might not affect the prices. We also reserve the right to re-arrange itinerary if required without affecting the total number of nights.
Only mattress will be provided for the third adult sharing the same room. Child accompanying adults is NOT provided with mattress.
Cost of staying in connecting cities is NOT included in the package cost and its arrangement & payment is the responsibility of the agents or the client.
Guide charges and entrance fees are not included.
Price excludes airport taxes, security tax, visa fee and other applicable surcharges.
Prices are subject to change with or without prior notice.

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