Jodhpur Sightseeing Tour
Jodhpur Sightseeing Tour offer you to explore the second largest city of Rajasthan after Jaipur. It is not only big in size in area but also in the number of tourist spots Jodhpur has. Jodhpur sightseeing tour will have various tourist destinations and they will have great stories of history. Rajasthan is called as the land of Kings. The stories are related to the bravery of the kings.
Jodhpur Local Sightseeing
Jodhpur has various tourist spots like Mehrangarh Fort, Jaswant Thada, Umaid Bhawan Palace and Ghanta Ghar. Mehrangarh Fort is counted in the largest forts of India. The Fort has very thick walls. There are 7 very strong Gates to the fort. Umaid Bhawan Palace is also one of the largest private residences. One part of this palace is managed by the Taj Hotels group. It is a Royal Palace. Umaid Bhawan Palace was awarded as the world’s best hotel at the Traveller’s Choice Award by TripAdvisor. Jaswant Thada is a cenotaph. A cenotaph is an Empty tomb which is established while giving honor to a person whose remains are actually somewhere else. It is also possible that there can be e the initial Tomb of a person and he has been reinterred somewhere else. Ghanta Ghar is the clock tower of Rajasthan. It is a huge clock made by Maharaja Sardar Singh.
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ARRIVAL JODHPUR
Meeting and assistance upon arrival as our representatives welcome you and escort you to your car. Later you will be taken to visit:
MEHRANGARH FORT:
The 5 km long majestic fort on a 125 metre high hill is one of the most impressive and formidable structures. Although invincible from the outside, the fort has four gates approached by a winding road. Within the fort are some magnificent palaces with marvelously carved panels, latticed windows and evocative names. Not worthy of these are the Moti Mahal, the Phool Mahal, the Sheesh Mahal, the Sileh Khana and the Daulat Khana. These palaces house a fabulous collection of trappings of Indian royalty including a superb collection of palanquins, elephant hawdahs, miniature paintings of various schools, musical instruments, costumes and furniture.
JASWANT THADA:
Cluster of royal cenotaphs in white marble built in 1899 A.D. in memory of Maharaja Jaswant Singh II. Within the main cenotaph are the portraits of various Jodhpur rulers.
UMAID BHAWAN PALACE:
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. This opulent edifice in sandstone is still the residence of the former rulers with a part of it running as hotel and remaining part as a museum.
TOUR END
“We do hope the flavor of India will remain on your taste buds for all times to come and hopefully would kindle an indelible fondness for the country and her people; Thank you for being our guest, and as we say in India ‘Please Come back Soon”
- Sightseeing by air-conditioned vehicle.
- English speaking guide.
- Packaged mineral water.
- All vehicle & travel expenses.
- All applicable taxes.
- The professional guide facility throughout.
- Monument entrance fee, Camera charges, Food bills,
- Personal Expenses such as tips, laundry, Telephone calls, Liquor, shopping bills etc,
- Any other activity which is not mentioned in the itinerary,
- Any Tips to Guide, Driver, Hotel, Restaurant etc.
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SEDAN/Compact SUV AC
4 SEATER
Etios, Duster or Similar
Local Sightseeing
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Luxury VAN AC
8/12 SEATER
Tata Winger, Tempo Traveller
Local Sightseeing
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SUV/MUV AC
6/7 SEATER
Toyota Innova, Mahindra XUV
Local Sightseeing
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Luxury Coach
22/28/35/45 SEATER
Volvo Buses
Local Sightseeing
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Places of Recreation in Jodhpur
Jodhpur is known for Mandore Gardens, Shastri Circle, Rao Jodha Desert Rock Park, Umed Garden, Chokelav Bag, Kaylana Lake, Masuria Hill Garden, Science Park, Machia Safari Park, etc. All these places serve as great spots for picnic and other activities of tourism. Mandore Gardens are ideal for celebrating picnics and refreshing yourself. Kaylana lake is a beautiful lake if you like being near water. In Science Park you will be able to learn certain things. Umed Garden is a wonderfully beautiful Royal Palace. If you want to enjoy Safari, you may go to machia safari Park.
Fairs and festivals of Jodhpur
There are various festivals which are celebrated with traditional fervor in Rajasthan. Most of the Rajasthani festivals are known for being colourful. Jodhpur also shows different colors of life with the help of its fairs and festivals. On any of the Jodhpur sightseeing package you must attend one of these fairs and festivals. Marwar Mahotsav, baithmar Gangaur Mela, Nag Panchami fair, Baba Ramdev Pir Mela, World Sacred Spirit Festival, Gangaur, Teej, Sheetla Mata Fair, Rajasthan International Folk Festival, etc are some of the very famous fairs and festivals of Jodhpur. Jodhpur is also called as Sun City and Blue City.
Temples of Jodhpur
Jodhpur has a lot of religiousness and piousness. There are various great temples in Jodhpur. Chamunda Mata temple of Chamunda Devi, Achal Nath shivalaya of Lord Shiva, Rasik Bihari Temple of Lord Krishna, Pal Balaji temple of Lord Balaji, Raj Ranchhodji Temple of Lord Krishna, Siddhanth Shiv temple of Lord Shiva, Ganesh temple, ISKCON temple of Lord Krishna, Shri Yade Mata temple of Goddess Durga in Jhalamand, etc. All the temples are very famous and well established temples in the hearts of devotees of all over the world.
Famous cuisines of Jodhpur
Jodhpur is very well known for various cuisines. The cuisines of Rajasthan are also extremely famous all over India. Jodhpur is in fact, known for originating some cuisines. Some of the favourite cuisines of Jodhpur are Makhaniya Lassi, Hot And Spicy Mirchi Bada, Lahsun Ki Chatni, Gatte Ki Sabji, Lapsi, Kadhi Pakoda With Bajre Ka Sogra, Mawa Ki Kachori, Dal Bati Churma, Mirchi Ka Kutii, etc. People are crazy about it even if they eat it just once. There are various deserts also apart from Mawa ki kachori in Jodhpur. There is Makhan Bada, Malpua, Motichur Ke Laddu, Thorr, Rasgulla, Ghevar, Besan Burfi, Gulab Jamun, etc. You might have eaten most of the things out of these deserts but the way they are prepared in Jodhpur, there is a huge difference in the taste.
Great shopping markets in Jodhpur
Jodhpur is known for absolutely traditional designs representing the core culture of Rajasthan. You would see Jodhpur Sightseeing Tour Packages that there are some markets which have very beautiful collection of authentic Jodhpuri items. The names of the markets are Clock Tower Market, Sojati Gate Market, Umaid Bhawan Palace Market, Sarafa Bazar, Tripolia Bazar, Kapda Bazar, Mochi Bazar, Nai Sarak, etc. Clock tower market is known for a fine variety of spices. Nai Sarak has a beautiful collection of traditional Tie and Dye fabric. Sojati gate market is known for Rajasthani handicrafts, jewelry, Tie and dye fabrics, etc. Mochi Bazar is literally called as cobblers market. It has a traditional collection of Jodhpuri footwear which is called as Mojadis. Umaid Bhawan showcases some Antiques, Designer Furniture, Metal And Marble Works, Pottery, Textiles, Brass And Copperware, Paintings, Silver Jewellery, etc. Kapda Bazar has flamboyant colorful types of Fabric, Sarees, Suit Material, Veils, etc. Sarafa Bazar is a jewelry market. Tripolia Bazar is another market for Apparels and handicrafts of all types and they are full of work.