Udaipur- city of lakes, same day sightseeing

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About this activity

The "City of Sunrise," often described as the most romantic city in India, was built around four man-made lakes, reflecting ethereal white palaces and temples, beyond which shimmer the distant Aravalli Hills, apparently the oldest range in the world, predating even the Himalayas. Udaipur has a real sense of space and peace, and the city is mercifully free of the kind of intense hucksterism that so marks the Indian street experience. This may have something to do with its proud Hindu history, for the city is not only known for its gracious palaces, temperate climate, and beautiful views, but for maintaining a fierce independence from even the most powerful outside influences. We love to offer amazing holiday experiences, designed totally around you.You can expect expert honest advice, wonderful service and a journey that offers something truly remarkable.And above all we believe in providing impeccable service at the best possible price. No hidden cost. Just book, pay & enjoy your trip.

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At a glance

Duration: 5–6 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: English, Italian, French, Spanish
Operated by: The Great Indian Adventure

Ages: Adults (15–85 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Private transportation
Included: All Fees and Taxes
Included: Monument entry fee at the sites
Included: In-vehicle air conditioning: Air-conditioned vehicle
Included: Service of English speaking local guide during the sightseeing

Not included

Not included: Any other services like tipping, meals, beverages etc.
Not included: Any other services which are not mentioned in inclusion

Itinerary

City Palace

one hour Admission included

Much of Udaipur, particularly the old part located on the shores of Lake Pichola, is where you'll find the city's most striking landmarks -- the towering City Palace and Lake Palace -- and it still feels remarkably like a 16th-century Rajput stronghold, with the benevolent Maharaja still treated like a reigning king by his devoted and loyal subjects. The City Palace towers over Lake Pichola. The balconies, cupolas, and towers of the palace give a wonderful view of the lake and the surrounding city. This complex actually consists of four major and several minor palaces that collectively form the magnificent City Palace. The main part of the palace is now preserved as a museum displaying artifacts.
Jagdish Temple

one hour Admission included

Jagdish Temple, the largest in Udaipur, is its chief attraction. Despite some lovely exterior carvings (including hidden erotic pieces your guide will point out), the temple itself is rather ordinary (if you've seen a number of them elsewhere, that is), but its attraction lies in its massive popularity. The temple has seen a constant stream of people who come to worship Lord Jagannath, an aspect of Vishnu (the black stone image enshrined within), since it first opened its doors in 1652.
Bagore Ki Haveli Museum

30 min Admission included

Bagore-ki-Haveli Museum , a restored royal haveli with plenty of idiosyncratic design detail that's now part of a museum and cultural center; it's best visited on evenings for the nightly music and dance performances.
Bharatiya Lok Kala Mandal

one hour Admission included

Bharatiya Lok Kala Museum, Udaipur's unofficial "Puppet Museum" (Rajasthan being the birthplace of this favored Indian storytelling medium), where you can watch a good show, staged almost hourly throughout the day. The folk museum also contains models, instruments, and photographs documenting other local traditions and crafts.
Shilpgram

one hour Admission included

This extremely faux rural arts-and-crafts "village" is located 3km (2 miles) out of town; follow the road that runs along the north of Fateh Sagar Lake. Created to "promote and preserve the traditional architecture, music, and crafts of the tribal village of western India," Shilpgram has a distinctly artificial feel but interesting cultural performances; you can also ride a camel and browse for tribal knickknacks that the "traditionally" attired craftspeople will be only too delighted to finally off-load. If you're in a particularly touristy mood, you can dress up in a traditional Rajasthani outfit and have your picture taken. Beware that it is very touristy and in season can become extremely crowded.
Stop 6

30 min Admission included

Created by Sangram Singh in the 18th century for the ladies of his household (some say to re-create the monsoon climate for his sickly daughter), this is billed as Udaipur's finest garden, but it suffers from neglect, with none of the fountains operating. Still, it's a peaceful place, and the array of established indigenous trees may interest keen botanists.

Meeting point and pickup

You can be picked up from your accommodation or go straight to the meeting point.

Meeting point

End point

Pickup points

Taj Lake Palace, Udaipur
Dabok Airport
Trident Udaipur
Shiv Niwas Palace
The Leela Palace Udaipur

We will pick you from your location in Udaipur (hotel/airport or any other place inside the city) and after the sightseeing is over will drop you at the same place.

Using your ticket

Our guide will arrange entry tickets for you at the each site mentioned in the program.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.
The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.