Palace to Palace
Day 01: Delhi –Mandawa Palace.
Day 02: Mandawa – casual ride and introduction to horse and staff.
Day 03: Mandawa – Churiajeetgarh
Day 04: Churiajeet – Nawalgarh
Day 05: Nawalgarh– Mandawa
Day 06: Mandawa– Mehansar
Day 07: Mehansar – Alsisar Palace **
This experience transports you back in time as we cross the sparse desert terrain, through nostalgic villages of rural India where we interact with the local villagers and tribal nomads. We receive “Old World” Indian hospitality in our luxury tents and camps, where you are served gourmet sit-down meals by liveried staff in the middle of the wilderness. We also include a stay at “Castle Mandawa”, which was built in 1755 AD in a township that was a trading outpost for the ancient caravan routes from China to the Middle East.
Many people from “All over the World” who appreciate wonderful things have already come to stay and experience the thrill of Mandawa…There is so much to do here you will not want to leave. They have great facilities for whatever your heart’s desire is… This is a Great Adventurethat everyone whatever age or nationality can enjoy. Most people today live in crowded cities and never see the sun or the clean outdoors. Here your lungs can breathe the pure fresh air!
This is not just sightseeing but” “Living your dream”. The best way to make new friends is to participate in a great sport like Horseback Riding. Many people met and married because of a horse! Believe me!! Or they became young again and went back to the sport of their youth.
You never forget how to ride!!So don’t hesitate one minute. Join us for the time of your life!
The sightseeing is world famous and very interesting. With examples of whole buildings being “Frescoed” by the local owners. People come from all over the world just to see this! Amazing!
**For those of you who have limited time and want to have this marvelous experience and are new to this type of group trail riding.
*We recommend, our 7 Day — Palace to Palace, Safari itinerary. **Ask about 2 day extension!
Of course we have longer treks for large groups that have more time to devote to this great sport. Just contact: International Voyager, Inc. with details and it will be arranged.
NEW!! WE ALSO HAVE TENTED CAMPS ON REQUEST FOR THIS TOUR!
Local ownership and breeding is flourishing. Big and Beautiful:
A typical day of happy people on your safari. A morning horse-back ride to a national wild life sanctuary, then traveling in a Jeep Safari to see the animals. Lunch would be waiting at your next camp site, a banquet meal under the shade of “khejri” trees.
At Dusk, your group arrives, safe & sound, at camp or hotel to enjoy a great dinner and entertainment!
At nightfall, we organize a special performance of traditional folk dancers, musicians or a dancing “Marwari”horse to entertain you while you dine. Our luxury tented camps offer comfortable overnight accommodation. In some cases we also use nice small Haveli’s for your comfort and convenience. Who knows? If you like, maybe a camel will be your mode of transport for the next leg of your safari through the sand dunes in the morning.
Or you may want to opt for our Big Dune 4-Wheel drive, Special Vehicles.
** If you have Non-Horse riding members in your group that would like to participate in the “Big Dune”
experience. Please let us know and our operations specialist will contact you with the package details.
Each Safari is customized to blend tradition, equestrian culture and adventure. Creating a memorable experience! Check out the Ears!! The horses of course! This is true devotion to an Honourable profession by a wonderful Man and trainer!
Our safaris are based in Mandawa, a remote feudal principality in the centre of the Shekhawati region of Rajasthan. It was a trading outpost for the ancient caravan routes that stopped here from China and the Middle East. The Rajput ruler of Mandawa, Thakur Nawal Singh, built a fort in 1755 to protect this outpost. The township that grew around the fort soon attracted a large community of traders, who settled here. Today, the tradition is continued by his Ancestors.
What makes our safari tour more memorable is the experience of riding pure bred Indian horses like Marwari’s in the Indian country side, where you interact with the local people and sometimes nomads. You stay in luxurious camps with cultural entertainment, sometimes accompanied by Folk Musicians. This way you get to see the real India and the experience becomes very memorable when shared with like-minded people who love horses and nature.
* All safaris can be prolonged or shortened according to your wishes.*
Accommodation in Heritage/Resort hotels/Haveli /Tents.
50% booking deposit is paid at time of booking. Final payment charges are due two months
before the safari commences. The full safari rate has to be paid before the start of the safari.
Minimum of 4 riders on each safari. (If you want accommodation in tents).
In case of a termination of the safari on behalf of the guest, no money will be refunded.
We advise the guest to come one or two days before the start of the safari in order to get to
know the horses. Riding will be provided for guests one day in advance of the safari as a
Casual ride, to get the guest used to the horses.
Each guest is advised to buy travel and health insurance, as riding will be at their own risk.
International Voyager, Inc. or its subsidiaries i.e. Mandawa Safaris: Is not liable for
any accident, injury, property damage. Or death occurring during the safari.
Mandatory on ALL IVI Safaris. Ridinghelmets, proper safety equipment, riding breaches, boots.
Picture yourself alone or with friends and family participating in such a ride as this! All qualified are very welcome! The groups are catered to by a wonderful, capable an experienced staff from the Mandawa region. Groups over 10 participants will include a special International Voyager, Inc. Tour Leader.
Watch this exciting Video of happy equestrian groups. Going where some people have gone before and have Fun and Adventure doing it!