Agricultural practices in Rajasthan date back to the time of Indus valley civilization and observing them is an experience in itself to cherish for a lifetime. Camels and sometimes buffaloes are used for pulling the plough and most of the farmers wait for the rains to water their fields. Three important crops grown here are wheat, corn and millets. Take a tour in the green field and watch women milking the cattle while the elderly and young take them out to pastures for grazing and when you are tired and feel thirst, take a bite of watermelon, which is a perfect way to quench your thirst

The most colourful villages in the Thar are to be found on the Shekhawati tract. These have well-built houses, more often then not with painted walls and beautiful decorations and wall paintings. If the villages of the Thar are dotted with jhonpas, the cities feature a variety of architectural forms and structures

Day - 1: Delhi

Welcome to India! On arrival you will be transferred and assisted till your room in your hotel. Remaining day at leisure

Day - 2: Delhi

After a leisurely breakfast move out for a daylong sightseeing of Old Delhi (Shahjahanabad), which includes the Red Fort, Chandni Chowk & Jama Masjid along with other attractions. Later after lunch drive past through impressive boulevards and buildings such as President''s Residence and others in Lutyen''s Delhi (New Delhi). Evening free to move around the busy Connaught Place,

Day - 3: Delhi/ Mandwa

Reach the Shekhawati town Mandawa by road. Walking tour of the town to see some of its frescoed "havelies" (mansions)

Day - 4: Mandwa

Excursion to Nawalgarh and Lachhmangarh towns - the towns having some of the best frescoes and largest havelis. Traditional Rajasthani lunch in a village

Day - 5: Bikaner

Reach Bikaner - the camel city. Visit the well-preserved Junagarh Fort. In the evening visit the unique camel - breeding farm

Day - 6: Khiswar

Drive through unbeaten Central Rajasthan and reach Khimsar- a remote village inhabited by Bishnoi community. Stay in the Khimsar Fort, exceptional for its character and ambience

Day - 7: Khismar

Take an excursion to villages of Bishnoi community and watch their unique desert life, so close to the nature. Back in the fort, day left free for leisure

Day - 8: Nagaur

After a short drive through rustic countryside, reach Nagaur and stay in the Palatial tents tastefully spread in the old fort. The evening here will be spent enjoying colorful cultural performances and barbeque in royal style

Day - 9: Kuchman

Reach the hill top fort of Kuchaman, which has been recently converted into a hotel having all feasible luxuries

Day - 10: Kuchman

Visit the brines of the famous Sambhar lake or take an excursion to the Sambhar town. This largest salt-water lake of India attracts a variety of migratory birds including the large flocks of flamingoes

Day - 11: Rupangarh

Stay in the charming Rupangrah fort. The area is quite famous for the artists'' hamlets of Kishngarh miniature paintings. Also visit the Tilonia village - a village that produces a number of arts and crafts through a cooperative movement

Day - 12: Pushkar

Drive to Pushkar and check in. At this holiest city of Rajasthan, you may also take a walk on the street around the sacred pond and ghats upto Brahma temple

Day - 13: Samode

Reach Samode, a fairytale-like village with an equally charming palace as your place of stay. At Samode, you may have an enjoying camel ride over the sand dunes or explore the heritage character of the village. Evening at leisure watching cultural performances

Day - 14: Samode

Take a full day excursion to Jaipur and visit the City Palace and Amber Fort as notable attractions. Option of shopping in the busy bazaars or having a pampering meal at the opulent Rambagh Palace

Day - 15: Neemrana

After a pleasant drive reach Neemrana fort and check in. The day is left free to relax and appreciate the strong character the fort reflects. Option of visiting the village downhill

Day - 16: Neemrana / Delhi

Drive to New Delhi for last minute shopping and at appropriate time transfer to international airport for your flight back home. The tour ends