19th Nov.

From anywhere you fly to Delhi. Delhi O/N

Arrive at Delhi and check in to a luxury hotel.

20th Nov.

Delhi to Jaipur. Jaipur O/N 4 hours drive.

After breakfast leaving the metropolitan city, you arrive in Jaipur just in time for lunch and check in to another luxury hotel. After resting you can take a walk around to interact with the culture and people of Rajasthan.

21st Nov.

Jaipur to Jaipur. Jaipur O/N. Sight seeing.

In the morning after breakfast we take a tour to the city palace, the observatory and the local market. In the shops you can find printed textile which is famous from there. Jaipur is also known for precious stones. We have lunch at Choki Dhani and then go back to the hotel.

22nd Nov.

Jaipur to Pushkar. Pushkar camp O/N. (Tented) Drive 3 hours.

This will be an early start as after breakfast you will be leaving for the Pushkar Fair that we will reach by lunchtime. After lunch we have a little rest in the camp and then take a tour of the fair. We will capture the amazing colors of Rajasthan. In the evening we will be sitting around the bonfire enjoying a glass of wine. Your escort will brief about the program and safety rules. He is encyclopedia of Indian history, culture, Marwari breed of horses and over all he is a gentleman.

23rd Nov.

Pushkar to Ras Palace. Ras Palace O/N. Safari starts.

In the morning after breakfast we mount our horses and start the adventure. Leaving the colorful fair and beautiful animals we gallop towards our destination. Lunch enroute. We pass through dessert and some semi dessert terrain. Reach the majestic palace of Ras.

24th Nov.

Ras palace to Nimaj Fort/Chatter Sagar Camp. O/N

As the sun rise, we enjoy our breakfast on the terrace of the palace capturing a breathtaking panoramic view. Then it is time to mount our horses and move towards our new destination for the night. Lunch enroute. Passing through rough terrain you can witness some of the ruins of old forts and marble mines in Aravalis. Riding through some villages and plains we reach the beautiful Fort on Nimaj/Chattar Sagar Camp and enjoy the hospitality of the nobles.

25th Nov.

Nimaj Fort/Chattar Sagar Camp to Fort Auwa. O/N

This morning we start early at about 08:30 A.M. after breakfast we mount our horse and ride through plains leaving beautiful country side. We stop for lunch. After lunch and little rest we remount our horses to discover the rugged terrain of Rajasthan. Passing through some open land and villages we reach the Fort of Auwa where we will be welcomed by the host.

26th Nov.

Fort Auwa to Rawala Jojawar. O/N

Leaving behind the rugged ford of Auwa we move through rich fertile fields. We come across a variety of crops. Water is abundant in this area and one can witness this through surroundings. We halt at around 12:30 noon at a beautiful farm which grows fresh vegetables and flowers. After lunch we move forward and cross a few old villages which show the prosperity of the native people. We reach Rawala Jojawar at round 05:30 P.M., situated on the edge of Aravali hills. Enjoy our evening with a glass of wine and recall memories of the places we ridden through.

27th Nov.

Rawala Jojawar to Narlai. O/N

After breakfast we mount our horses and ride parallel to the Aravali range, one can notice the change in the landscape as we are heading towards the ranges. We stop for lunch and little rest. After lunch we remount our horses and ride towards our destination for the night. Crossing through dry riverbed, sandy terrain and small villages. Interacting with locals enroute, we reach Rawala Narlai.

28th Nov.

Rawala Narlai to Ranakpur. O/N

At crack of dawn we ride close towards Aravali Hills. Leaving behind Rawala Narlai to its former glory. Riding through different hamlets inhabited by Bhils, a former warrior tribe who have opted farming as livelihood now. Crossing open water wells and few dry monsoon ridges we reach our lunching spot where our chef and attendants surprise us by chilled beers and hot soups. After having fresh cooked hot food, we once again take charge of our mounts and by sunset we reach our destination Ranakpur where the world-famous Jain Temple intricately carved in white marble.

29th Nov.

Ranakpur to Bijapur Camp. O/N (tented)

In the morning after a late breakfast at 09:30 a.m. we start moving west of Ranakpur in the forest. After a few kilometer of rugged ride of ups and downs we step into the heart of Aravali and can encounter various animals if lucky enough. The track is full of pugmarks of leopards, sloth bears, hyenas, jackals etc. we stop for lunch at a scheduled place around 12:30 noon. After lunch we move further crossing many settlements of the Grasia Tribe “the most colorful tribe of Rajasthan”, which has strong hold in this region. By sunset we reach our jungle camp Bijapur where our well furnished tents await us at a beautiful scenic place. We spent the evening around camp fire enjoying our drinks and chatting.

30th Nov.

Bijapur camp to Korta Escape. O/N

After breakfast we set our mounted journey once more. Crossing few more settlement of Grasia in the forest we come to lush green fields and then we pass by the main town of Bijapur which is the head quarter of many tribal villages, riding few km more and we reach our lunch spot. After lunch and little rest we continue our ride. As we cross beautiful area full of rocky and romantic hills and few villages we reach our final destination Korta to witness the most beautiful sunset in the Aravali range. Here we end the safari. Korta is a beautiful place with many 15^th century temples along Aravali range, lush green fields and large san dunes. It is also known as “home to Marwari breed horses”. Blue bulls are also in abundant in this village. In the evening we are entertained by local tribal musicians and dancers.

 

1st Dec.

Korta to Korta. O/N. Village tour.

After a late breakfast, we take tour of village, where we visit local tribes of shepherds in their houses and witness the way of life and their daily routine, then visit the ancient temple of “mother goddess” and learn about the history behind the temple. On our way we try out hands on pottery at the village potter house under his supervision, and try to understand the culture of different tribes. After lunch and rest in the evening we take a jeep safari into the country side around Korta. Into farm land’s to encounter some wild life. Now return to Korta Escape where we relax around bonfire with glass of wine and barbeque. We recall our memory from the entire horse safari tour.

2nd Dec.

Korta Escape to Udaipur. O/N. drive 3 hours.

After breakfast we drive from Korta Escape, leaving all beautiful horses and picturesque & peaceful life refreshing environment behind. We reach Ranakpur Jain temple. After the temple visit we have lunch at Ranakpur and then drive through the scenic Aravali range and we reach Udaipur. Check in to a luxury hotel.

3rd Dec.

Udaipur to Udaipur. O/N. sight seeing.

After breakfast we take tour of city build in 1559 and is longest place in Asia, visit Jagdish temple and the garden of maiden’s. Later we have lunch at Ambrai and then boat ride to finish tour. There are many places of interest for shoppers. You can get miniature paintings, textile and jewelry that are famous from Udaipur. We relax at the hotel in the evening.

4th Dec.

Udaipur to Delhi. O/N flight.

After early breakfast we fly to Delhi and get about half a day in Delhi for shopping and we relax in a comfortable hotel thinking about all the experience gained during the tour.

5th Dec.

Delhi to home. Flight.

After breakfast we leave for the airport, depending on flight schedule.

End of tour

Price per person for 17 days.

From 4 to 11 people € 4.080,00

From 11 to 14 people € 3.570,00

Note:

• All the accommodation is on twin sharing basis.

• Single supplement costs extra.

• You must have your holiday and travel insurance.

• You need to sign indemnity bond. Where you are responsible for yourself and participating in safari on your own will, knowing horse riding is a risk sport.

• Riders must carry their own riding gear.

• Hard hat is at riders risk.