In association with MARWARI S T U D & S T A B L E S Presents The Shekhawati Ride Sikar, Rajasthan, India Your ride through the heart of Rajasthan, the Land of Kings astride the Horse of the Warriors Websites: www.krossterrain.com Facebook: Kross Terrain Adventure Contact Details Nisha Rai +9198995 62621 nisharai@hotmail.com Vimal Sharma +27829903355 Vimal.rs@gmail.com
The MARWARI HORSE The Marwari Horse is an indigenous breed of Horses of India. They were once the war horses of India and a part of the rich heritage of the land of kings. They are beautiful and elegant horse with an over-all look of refinement known for its inward curved ears which touch at its tips. This is an exotic breed which is loved world over by horse lovers. They average between 15 and 16 hands high. Experience Highlights Route features include farmlands, villages, forts and havelis, dams, riverbeds, salt pans, marshlands and sand dunes. You will have close interaction with local village people, seeing local folk dance and music. Local wildlife you may encounter on the ride includes Chinkara Gazelles, Desert Fox, Nilgai (largest Indian antelope) and plenty of Birdlife. It is one of those Once in a lifetime experiences. Ride Location Historically, the Marwari Horse comes from the Marwar Region of the province of Rajasthan. Located in the northwest of India, Rajasthan is the largest province of the Republic of India by land area and covers 10.4% of India, an area of 342,239 square kilometers (132,139 sq. mi). Jaipur is the capital city of the state.
Our ride location will be based in the Shekhawati district of Central Rajasthan. Shekhawati is in the Thar Desert of Rajasthan and is most famous for its extraordinary painted havelis (traditional, ornately decorated residences which enclose one or more courtyards), highlighted with dazzling murals. Part of the region s appeal and mystique is due to these works of art being found in tiny towns, connected to each other by single-track roads that run through lonely, arid countryside. Ride Dates This ride with be taking place post ATRTCM event and is open to any delegate / buyer participating in the event. The following dates will apply Month Start Date End Date Nights February 2019 Sunday 17 th February Thursday 21 st February 4 Expected Climate Month High Low Average Sunshine Rain February 25 C 18 C 10 C Plenty Unusual Number of Guests Minimum 2 Maximum 4 Prices Prices Per Person Sharing Prices Per Person Non Sharing INR 40000 INR 48000
Prices include Transport from and to Jaipur, Accommodation, Meals (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner), Trail Guide, Horses, Backup support vehicle and luggage transport, Support Team, Limited Wi-Fi. Note: Transport options from Delhi a. Guests can take a Delhi - Jaipur flight (at own cost) and we will collect them at Jaipur according to the itinerary. b. Guests can take a Delhi - Jaipur Bus and we will collect them at Jaipur according to the itinerary. We can book the bus tickets for the guests and charge them on actuals. c. We can transport the guests directly from Delhi to Banura. The cost will be INR 2500 one way per guest for minimum of three guests sharing the vehicle. We will provide refreshments and Wi Fi connection in the vehicle. Prices Exclude International and domestic flights, Personal injury & health insurance, Taxes, Alcoholic Drinks, Items and services of personal nature such as laundry (can be arranged), Telephone or Fax services, Emergency evacuation costs, Legal fees, Entry fees and camera charges for forts, monuments, museums, parks etc, Gratuity. Booking a. This adventure can be booked any time before 5th of February 2019. b. For bookings, email vimal.rs@gmail.com with Full Name DOB Country of Residence Riding Ability Billing Address c. Late bookings will have to be arranged depending upon the space available in the group if the ride is not cancelled. d. All confirmations against receipt of payments in full. Cancellation Policy a. Cancellation fee on or before 31 st January 2019 0% b. Cancellation fee between 1st of February 2019 to 7th of February 2019-25% c. Cancellation fee between 8th of February 2019 to 14th of February 2019-50% d. Cancellation after 14th of February 2019-100%
Detailed Itinerary Day 1 Sunday 17 th February 2019 Guests arrive in Jaipur and are received at the Jaipur Airport. From Jaipur airport, we will drive to the Ride Base Camp and Farm in the Village of Banura near Sikar. Activities at the Ride Base Camp: 1. Traditional welcome 2. Ride briefing session 3. Introduction to the horses 4. daylight permitting, a short outride from the farm for the guests to acclimatize to the horses Tea / Coffee will be served throughout. Guests will also receive complementary head, neck and shoulder massage. Accommodation is in canvas Safari Tents. Dinner is cooked in camp kitchen and is of local cusine. Day 2 Monday 18 th February 2019 Breakfast will be served in the morning from 7:30 AM to 8:30 AM. Post breakfast, the trail ride will start at 9 AM. Lunch break will be taken at around 12:30 in the afternoon. The ride post lunch will commence at around 2 PM. The ride will pass through local villages, farmlands, riverbeds, riverine forests, sand dunes and finally across a stretch of dried salt pan to our camp site for the night. The opportunity to witness local culture, flora and fauna will be in plenty. For those interested, there will be some excellent photo opportunity. Tea/ Coffee and Snacks will be served on arrival at the camp site. Later on, freshly cooked dinner will be served around the camp fire. Day 3 Tuesday 19 th February 2019 Breakfast will be served in the morning from 7:30 AM to 8:30 AM. Post breakfast, the trail ride will start at 9 AM. Lunch break will be taken at around 12:30 in the afternoon. The ride post lunch will commence at around 2 PM. Once again, the ride will pass through local villages, farmlands, and some small sand dunes to reach Jor Ki Dhani, our trail ride finishing point. Today, there will be still more opportunity to witness local culture, flora and fauna; along with more photo opportunities. Tea/ Coffee and Snacks will be served on arrival at the farm stay in Jor ki Dhani. Day 4 Wednesday 20 th February 2019 After a good breakfast, the guests bid farewell to the horses and crew. We will drive to the town of Nawalgarh to see one of the Fresco Painted Haveli (Mansion) which have now been converted into galleries, displaying artefacts related to Rajasthani culture carvings, paintings, turbans, musical
instruments, jewellery and much more. It is because of galleries like these, that the region itself has earned the name of Open Air Art Gallery. The guests will then drive back to Jaipur. Once in Jaipur, we will first visit the Amer Fort (A UNESCO World Heritage Site) and then proceed to the city old quarters for some shopping experience. Accommodation will be in one of the heritage hotels for the night. Day 5 Thursday 21 st February 2019 Post breakfast, we will have a feedback session with the guests. Thereafter, all guests will proceed to their next destination / activity as per their onward itinerary. Horse Riding Competency Beginner, Intermediate and Expert riders will enjoy the ride equally.
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