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Highlight of the Horse Safari trip : Rajasthan - Land of the Kings - is steeped in romantic history, chivalry and valour. Formerly known as Rajputana, it boasts of the finest fortress-palaces, built with sandstone quarried from the land itself. In contrast with the pastel shades of the desert landscape are the brightly colored costumes of its handsome people. With its turbaned men and richly jeweled women, it’s Havelis and villages, its fairs and festivals, Rajasthan beckons you. In Rajasthan especially, India’s Raja’s and Maharajahs of the past have turned their palaces & fortresses in cities, hotchpotch bazaars, countryside and forests into Hotels. Heritage hotel is a grouping of such 50 such gems, and for a dedicated India ‘buff’, prepared to face the occasional technical imperfection and eccentricity of service or understanding, a visit to such locations give a rare insight into the world of princely India now largely lost. The Safari tour incorporates some of these atmospheric locations.
Suggested sketch program :
Day 1 Arrive at New Delhi
Arrive Delhi, met upon arrival at International airport & transfer to hotel for overnight stay.
Day 2 At New Delhi
Morning combined sightseeing tour of Old and New Delhi. In Old Delhi visit Red Fort, Jama Masjid, drive past Chandni Chowk and visit Raj Ghat - the cremation site of Mahatma Gandhi. In New Delhi visit Qutab Minar - 234 feet high tower, nearby stands the Iron pillar, the Tomb of Mughal Emperor Humayun, the modern Birla Mandir Temple. Drive past India Gate (War Memorial), President’s House, which was once the Viceroy’s Palace, Parliament House and Secretarial building. Evening witness a pageant of Indian Music and dance followed by Dinner at The Village BISTRO or similar theme restaurant.
Day 3 At Nawalgarh
Ride out with picnic Breakfast to the countryside. Afternoon sight seeing of Nawalgarh town visiting havelies with painting and fresco by car / camel buggy with a guide. Overnight Roop Niwas Palace.
Day 4 At Nawalgarh
Morning ride out with Picnic Breakfast followed by visit to various farms and meet village folk. There is a possibility for the ladies to get their palms painted with henna designs later in the free afternoon. Overnight Roop Niwas Palace CROSS COUNTRY SAFARI BEGINS
Day 5 Nawalgarh / Parasrampura / Lohargal 32 km
Morning ride in southeast direction to Lohargal. You follow a dry riverbed with lots of Acacia bushes. The view of Aravali ranges in the distance makes the ride very scenic. Picnic lunch is in an acacia cluster near Parasrampura, Where the Jeep, which also carries folk musicians, has transported lunch. After lunch you move towards the Aravali mountains. At the foothills of Aravalli’s is the Pilgrim town of Lohargal. It is said Bhima the strongest of the five Pandav brothers, one of the heroes of the epic Mahabharat, had his mace cast here. Hence, the name ‘Lohargal’, meaning iron smelting. This is also a place of Hindu pilgrimage. Amidst the many old step wells and ruined old structures is the Birla Rest house facing a 2500ft Sheer rock face. In the grounds are many Banyan trees where our horses and kitchen tents are placed. Guests use the rooms, which are furnished by our camp equipment. Overnight at the Birla Rest House
Day 6 Lohargal / Rewasa / Sujas 38 Km
Morning ride in the southwest direction towards Danta following the mountain range again down a dry riverbed till Raghunathgarh. The stone quarries of Raghunathgarh have resulted in deep ravines. Riding past them is a great experience. Halt for Lunch at mid-day, then cross the highway leaving Sikar district. Now you approach a large marshy tract with Salt Pans. Evening reach campsite, which is on a flat area. Overnight at Camp.
Day 7 Sujas / Kochor / Sulyas (Ramgarh) 35 km
The riding terrain is through semi desert region with lots of Khejri trees and some farmhouses with mud huts. Halt for Lunch at Kochor Village. The ride goes past the Roopgarh fort and mountain pass. We camp near a small water reservoir. Surrounded by acacia bushes. Overnight at Camp.
Day 8 Sulyas / Ghatwa / Shyamgarh 42 km
Ride will go past village Ghatwa, Here a famous battle had taken place between Rao Shekha and Gour Rajputs where twenty five thousand men laid their lives. The area is still known “Godati” the area of “Gaurs” the erstwhile rulers. From a high sand dune adjoining the mountain ranges riders get a breath taking view of the five famous forts of this region. Lunch is at an ancient water hole, later ride to your camp, set to the backdrop of Shyamgarh fort surrounded by Ker bushes. Overnight at Camp.
Day 9 Shyamgarh / Bhagwanpura / Nawa Salt Lake 42 km
Morning ride towards Nawa Salt Lake. This ride is the most picturesque part of this Safari. After lunch ride takes you around the periphery of the 100 Sq. Kms Salt lake. You will be coming across many shepherds and sheep flocks while you ride . Not to be missed are the beautiful sunrise and sunset while at this camp site. Overnight at Camp.
Day 10 Nawa Salt Lake / Salemabad 45 km
Today we ride through the Salt Lake for 8 to 10 km then follow a stony track along mountain ranges to reach your lunch spot Paner. After lunch you ride into farming and Sheep County to reach your camp that has been set up in a dry water catchment area with a backdrop of “Kuncha” grass and picturesque Aravali Mountains in the fore ground. This was the territory of the erstwhile Maharaja State of Kishangarh. The remaining Ajmer region being governed directly by the British. The people of Ajmer reason have colourful dresses and ornate bright colored turbans. Overnight at Camp.
Day 11 Salemabad / Babicha / Mayapur 35 Km
Today we cover a total distance of approximately 35 Km through a more fertile land. Most farmers are from Gujar community with colourful dresses. En route you will visit a Gujar Shepard’s home. After lunch ride into a valley to go through a mountain pass and ravines to reach your last campsite. Overnight at Camp.
Day 12 Mayapur / Charanwas / Pushkar 30Km
Today we ride about and arriving finally at Pushkar which is surrounded by Orchards and Rose farms. Pushkar is famous for typical Pink Indian roses that have a strong aroma. You arrive in Holy town of Pushkar by late afternoon that has smooth spread of white-domed houses and temples reflected in a tranquil lake. On arrival visit the Pushkar Horse / Camel and Cattle Fair grounds. The fair takes place each November when traders and pilgrims flock to Pushkar for livestock and camel trading and other festivities, culminating with people gathering at dawn to take a dip in the holy waters on the night of the Full Moon (Kartik Poornima). Pushkar is a festival of sound and colour and provides excellent opportunity for photography. Overnight stay at the tourist camp.
Day 13 Day at Pushkar
In Pushkar horse riding and exploring the incredible camel & cattle fair. Overnight stay at the tourist camp.
Day 13 Train travel to New Delhi.
Early afternoon departure transfer to Ajmer train station to board super-fast Air conditioned chair car train to reach late evening at New Delhi. Arrive at New Delhi and arrival transfer by private car / coach to Hotel. Check –in at the Hotel. Overnight stay at the Hotel.
Day 14 Leave New Delhi
Departure transfer to International Airport to board onward destination flight.
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