Heritage Tour : Private Boat, Havelis, City Walk & High Tea

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About the Activity

You start by escaping the long queues at Lake Pichola for a private heritage 45 minute boat ride and an ethereal sunset storytelling by our local host. When you land on the other side of the island your e-bike are ready to breeze you through the narrow lanes and access secret spots on a curated e-bike tour of Udaipur’s atmospheric Old City. You will visit ghats, temples, bazaar & heritage gates (darwaza's) with stories that uncover local secrets on every corner of this 6 kms heritage ride. Next you will uncover an insider edge on the city’s sharpest royal secret with an interaction with one of Udaipur’s original & only handcrafted sword maker Mr Santosh from Sikligar clan. Learn everything about sword making & the ancient artilleries used by Maharans of Mewar heir. Lastly, you head on to the city's one of the best breweries where freshly brewed beers await you, you can also choose to go for an evening rooftop high tea overlooking city palace at one of our boutique luxury haveli.

3 hours 10 minutes

Private Tour

Mobile ticket

Availability and Prices

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)

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Travelers

Adult : 2, Children : 2

Inclusions & Exclusions

Medical Aid

Bike Safety Gears

Strode Host

Strode E-Bike

Shopping in the old city markets

Additional order of beer/beverage

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Your itinerary starts at a private jetty where you climb aboard Roopmati, a private, heritage boat named after the legendary poet-queen of Mandu. ‘She’ is the perfect vehicle to set sail on one of India’s largest man made lakes.The mighty Aravallis rise on the horizon as you turn a corner while family mansions (havelis), luxury hotels, temples, ancient chabutaras (raised platforms for bird feeding) and Pichola’s iconic waterfronts (ghats) are strung like glowing pearls around Pichola’s neckline. As your eyes take in the pristine views, your ears will be rapt in the anecdotes narrated by your friendly Strode Guide fopr the next 45 minutes. From legendary tales of Taj Lake Palace - a global icon of Indian hospitality and luxury - to the architectural brilliance of Jag Mandir (a floating island palace) and the secrets of Gangaur Ghat, your ride comes with great storytelling perks.45 minutes • Admission Ticket IncludedView Location

Gangaur Ghat

4, opp. Jethiyo ka Akhada, Outside Chandpole Pichola, Udaipur, India, 313001After a short walk from the jetty, you’ll pick up your Strode e-bikes and cycle parallel to Lake Pichola towards the Old City. Cross the historic Chandpole Gate and head to Jagdish Mandir flanked by a bustling market; a street shopper’s dream. From 1000-year old silver jewellery to leather artefacts,juttis (footwear) wallets and macrame bags, this vibrant maze of bylanes has many treasures lurking within them. Once again, your trusted Strode Guide leads you to the best routes and coolest pit stops. Even for those who just want to cycle and chill, expect small nuggets of delightful information on the local architecture as you stop to take photographs. Across Chandrapole, Ambrai Ghat, Ghanta Ghar and Gangaur Ghat, it’s a fun ride through centuries of a rich, proud culture. End your exploration at a secret spot where you can witness a grand union of Nature’s beauty blending with Udaipur’s man-made wonders. Keep those cameras ready!45 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location

If you've been fascinated by the valour of Rajput warriors, this is your chance to sharpen your knowledge on a local legend that contributed handsomely to several victories on the battlefields of Mewar. Ebiking back from the Old City, you’ll stop at an unassuming place - Udaipur’s only surviving handcrafted sword maker's workshop, for a 30 minute meet and greet with Mr Santosh. A descendant of the Sikligar clan, his family has crafted weapons for Mewar’s rulers for over five generations.This master sword-maker talks you through the processes involved in crafting talwars(sword), Mewari daggers and Damascus knife. Observe the fascinating ‘Zawar’ code, a symbol-based indigenous language carved on the blades of damascus knives. You can hold the weapons in your hands (don't run away with them!) while Santoshji shows you the proper techniques of welding these magnificent weapons. Learn, marvel and strike a pose - it’s your shining moment to be a Rajput warrior for a few precious minutes!55 minutes • Admission Ticket IncludedView Location

Coming back to where your tour started, step into the resplendent Udai Kothi, a luxurious boutique hotel. It’s where Roopmati - the heritage boat that ferried you around Lake Pichola - is tethered alongside a 30-seater partner boat Baz Bahadur, named after her legendary husband. The royal tales narrated by the eloquent and dynamic hotel owner, whose revival work of tikri (glass mosaic) adorns the mansion along with heritage artefacts. Post the warm Mewari hospitality and a tour of the haveli, you’ll partake of a jolly mug of the house beer at Kalali, the hotel’s own brewery. Optionally, you can savour a high tea on the hotel terrace with great views and invigorating company. Sip on delicate flower-infused teas and bite into croissants. In under three hours, you’ve explored the old city and are back to gazing out at the serene Lake Pichola, from a new, equally stunning angle. It’ll be a thoughtfully curated moment for your sublime ‘hero shot’ in Udaipur.45 minutes • Admission Ticket IncludedView Location

Meeting and Pickup

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You can the reach the Udai Kothi and you can contact our experience host assigned to you. Our experience host will be waiting already to welcome you. View Location

End point

You can the reach the Udai Kothi and you can contact our experience host assigned to you. Our experience host will be waiting already to welcome you. View Location

Pickup details

Customers must make their own way to and meet at the start point

Travelers CANNOT choose a custom pickup or meeting location.

Additional Information

Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Language And Guide

Tour Guide Available In

Hindi
English

Ticket Details

Mobile or paper ticket accepted
One per booking

Ticket Redemption

No redemption point. This is a direct entry ticket

Cancellation & Refunds

Cancellable up to 24 hours before the travel date (local supplier time) for a full refund. A 100% cancellation penalty applies for cancellations submitted less than 24 hours before the start time.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Suplier may cancel the activity on account of bad weather conditions.
Cancel at least 1 day before activity starts in Asia/Kolkata time to receive 100% refund.

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Operated by Strode ExperiencesCreated on 14 Sep 2023Created on 08 Jun 2024

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