8 day’s ride
Day 01.
22ndDec. Arrive at Delhi Airport, transfer to hotel. O/N
Arrive Delhi, Transfer to hotel. and spend overnight in a comfortable hotel. O/N Delhi.
Day 02.
23rdDec. Delhi to Udaipur By flight, Transfer to hotel. O/N
Morning after breakfast Transfer to Domestic airport, to fly to Udaipur. On arrival transfer to a heritage hotel in udaipur (city of lakes) sight seeing and. Boat ride in the evening. O/N Udaipur.
Day 03.
24thDec. Udaipur to Kumbhal Garh By Car 2 ½ hrs-3hrs. Meet up the Horse safari crew. O/N
After early breakfast drive to Kumbhal Garh. Passing through beautiful country side and small villages reach Kumbhal Garh by Lunch. After lunch meet up with the Horse safari crew and then visit Kumbhal Garh Fort. O/N Kumbhal Garh.
Day 04.
25thDec. Kumbhal Garh to Ghanerao Castle. O/N
Starting at 9am after breakfast from Kumbhalgarh the unconquered fort of rulers Of Mewar we move on to the forest tracks. This is a declared wild life sanctuary housing sloth bear, leopard's antelopes deer's. Moving unhurriedly as you witness a large variety of birds and plant species which is true wealth of Aravalli. We come down from a height of 1800 feet to a breath taking view of a dam site with a forest lodge with hundreds of migratory birds in the water and crocodile basking in the sun. We stop here for our lunch and a long rest as the distance is not much. One can charm their cameras & handicams. We take charge of our mounts once again around 3pm coming out of the forest and crossing through few tribal settlements we head towards the old town of Ghanerao. As you enter the majestic gate way you are stunned by the grandeur of this 17 century castle of Ghanerao. We refresh our self with tea or coffee enjoying the golden sun going down in the west from the top roof of the castle. O/N Ghanerao castle.
Day 05.
26thDec. Ghanerao Castle to Ranakpur. O/N
At the crack of the dawn you again start to words south of Ghanerao leaving behind the old town and castle to its former glory. Riding through forest crossing different hamlets in habited by Bhils a former warrior tribe who have opted farming as their livelihood now. Crossing small open water wells and few dry monsoon ridges we reach our lunching spot where our chef and attendants surprises 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 is situated. The night stay is arranged in the cottages by a lake side or in well furnished tents. O/N
Day 06.
27thDec. Ranakpur to Bijapur. O/N
In the morning after a late breakfast at 9:30am we start moving west of Ranakpur in to the forest. After a few km rugged ride of ups and downs we step in to the hart of Aravalli and can encounter various wild animals if lucky enough. The track is full of pugmarks of leopards sloth bears hyenas jackals etc. we stop for our lunch at a scheduled place at around 12:30 noon. After lunch we move further crossing many settlements of Grasia tribe "the most colorful tribe of Rajasthan" which has a strong hold in this region. By sunset we reach our jungle camp Bijapur where our well furnished tents awaits us at a beautiful scenic place. We spent the evening around a camp fire enjoying our drinks and chatting. O/N Bijapur camp.
Day 07.
28thDec. Bijapur to korta escape. O/N
After breakfast we set our mounted journey once more. Crossing few more settlement of Grasia tribe 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 more km 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 korta to witness the most beautiful sunset in the aravali range. Korta is beautiful place with many 15th century temples along Aravali range, lush green fields and large sand dunes. It is 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. O/N Korta Escape.
Day 08.
29thDec. Korta escape to Korta escape. O/N
After breakfast, get acquainted with horses in the outdoor arena of korta escape we set on a fun ride around 10 o'clock. Riding through dry river bed towards the historic temple of mother goddess. On reaching to the temple, we serve freshly cooked mixed cuisine lunch. After relaxing and enjoying the view, we start riding back. Riding through fields and passing through small villages of tribes, we reach back to Korta. O/N Korta escape.
Day 09.
30thDec. Korta escape to Jungle camp. O/N
In the morning after breakfast we ride through the village and age old tracks passing green fields, leaving peaceful and beautiful Korta escape behind we reach a cool and shady lunch place. After a relaxing lunch we head towards aravali hills, passing through rocky and romantic hills & crossing few remote villages, we reach a beautiful site, a breathtaking view which is our Jungle camp (Deluxe cottage tents with attached bathroom are provided) .O/N Jungle camp.
Day 10.
31stDec. Jungle camp to Meda hills camp. O/N
After breakfast we ride to explore the rich cultural heritage of India. Enroot stop in a dhani to interact with the locals to observe their daily routine closely. As we ride through fields and plains we reach our chosen lunch spot. Here we rest for a while and then set on trail again to the famous leopard lair. We move towards semi scrub land and crossing the vast open area we reach our destination Medahills camp. If lucky we might spot leopard. O/N Medahills Camp.
Day 11.
1stJan. Meda Hills camp to Riverbed camp. O/N
We have our breakfast with sun rise and set on to trail for our last day adventure on horse back. We ride through a mountain pass and enter the village of snake charmer. Here we stop to interact with them to know more about their lifestyle. Then we ride through dry riverbed and reach our lunch spot at a farm. After lunch we ride through village tracks and some villages, finally we reach our final destination where our staff and attendants await to comfort our guests. Farewell evening followed by cocktails, barbeque and dinner. Here we sit around bonfire and recall our memorable experiences. We stay in furnished cottage tents. This also can be replaced by Korta Escape. O/N Riverbed camp/ Korta Escape.
Day 12.
2ndJan. Korta to Jodhpur. Drive 2 ½ hrs. O/N
After early morning breakfast, drive to Jodhpur,2 ½ hrs drive. Reach jodhpur by lunch time. Visit famous fort of jodhpur and then relax in a heritage hotel for the night. O/N Jodhpur.
Day 13.
3rdJan. Jodhpur to Delhi. Flight 1hr. transfer to hotel. O/N.
Morning after breakfast transfer to jodhpur airport for Delhi. On arrival at Delhi, sightseeing and transfer to a hotel, overnight stay. O/N Delhi.
Day 14.
4thJan. Delhi to Delhi Airport. Outbound flight.
In Morning after breakfast, transfer to international airport for outbound flight.
End of New Year Ride.
NOTE:
ALL THE ACCOMODATION ARE ON TWIN SHARING BASIS.
SINGLE SUPPLYMENT COSTS EXTRA.
YOU MUST HAVE YOUR HOLIDAY AND TRAVEL INSURANCE.
YOU NEED TO SIGN INDEMINITY 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.
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NOTE: - SINGLE SUPPLYMENT COSTS EXTRA.
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