No state in India has as many magnificent palaces, forts, and colorful festivals as Rajasthan. On this journey, you will witness the exquisite craftsmanship of the Taj Mahal, venture through the striking desert and mountain scenery of Rajasthan, traverse the immense grounds of several impressive forts, and finally unwind along the banks of peaceful Lake Pichola.
This 14-day classic Rajasthan tour package is ideal for visitors who want to see unique cultures, splendid history, arid desert landscapes, and a traditional way of life that has changed very little over the last few centuries.
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Tour Highlights
Take in the jewel-encrusted Taj Mahal, the world's most famous testament to love.
Explore the exquisite architecture of the Amber Fort's various buildings
Take a camel ride across the dunes of the Thar Desert.
Admire the country's only fort that used to contain an entire city, Jaisalmer Fort.
Experience the aromatic smells of one of the oldest spice markets in the Blue City, Jodhpur
See the ornamental lacquer work at the Junagarh Fort.
Unwind in the fairytale-like city of Udaipur with its graceful City Palace.
Suggested Route for a Rajasthan Tour
Itinerary in Detail
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Welcome to Delhi, a city that has been ruled by many great empires that have left behind many beautiful monuments and ruins. You will be met on arrival by our representative and taken to your hotel in a private car.
- Visit the sandstone and marble Jama Masjid, India's largest mosque, where you will climb a turret to have an unrivaled view of all of Old Delhi.
- In the hectic streets of Chandni Chowk, you will take a rickshaw ride to get around and see iconic parts of Indian culture from the vibrant saris to the marigold garlands.
- Drive pass the India Gate, the Red Fort, the Rashtrapati Bhavan and the Parliament House.
- Finish off the day with a visit to Humayun's tomb, the first great example of a Mughal garden tomb, and the Qutub Minar.
- Drive from Delhi to Agra in the morning.
- Visit the magnificient Agra fort in the afternoon when the sunlight make the color of the fort more beautiful.
- Get the classic view of the Taj Mahal from Mehtab Bagh, or the 'Moonlight Garden'. Watch the Taj Mahal as the sun sets and it takes on an orange hue.
- Visit this striking tomb in the morning to see the sunrise when the white marble walls reflect different colors in the changing light.
- Drive to Jaipur and visit the Fatehpur Sikri on the way. Listen to the stories of the famous Mughal Emperor Akbar. Experience the history of this famous dynasty.
- The day begins with a visit to the elegant 'Palace of Winds' or Hawa Mahal.
- The next stop is the magnificent Amber Fort, where you can see the great influence of Mughal architecture in the latticed windows, floral-decorated ceilings, glass inlays, and ornately carved silver doors.
- Have a cooking class in the home of a Jaipuri local where you will learn how to cook classic Rajasthani dishes.
- Enjoy your meal with the host and listen to more interesting information about popular Indian sauces or chutneys such as mint, turmeric, and garlic.
- In the morning, drive to the Bikaner (approximately 5-6 hours). Along with Jodhpur and Jaisalmer, Bikaner was one of the three great Desert Kingdoms of Rajasthan and has much to offer visitors.
- After you arrive, you will enjoy your free time in the heritage hotel.
- Visit the Junagarh Fort which is perhaps the best-preserved and most ornately decorated of all the forts in Rajasthan.
- Then visit a famous Hindu temple the Karni Mata Temple, where there are 25,000 rats living and being revered. Appreciate the architecture and the beautiful stone carvings in a royal crematory, Devi Kund
- Visit the Camel Institute in the late afternoon. You can visit the museum and learn various trivia about camels.
- Leave for Jaisalmer (approximately 5-6 hours). Enjoy your stay at a palace hotel with beautiful courtyards and grand Rajasthani architecture.
- Explore the fascinating desert landscape that surrounds the city on a camel safari.
- At sunset, you will take a camel ride to the nearby rippling sand dunes that stretch as far as the eye can see.
- Spend the morning admiring the Jaisalmer Fort which rises like a mirage out of the sands of the Thar Desert.
- You will have a lot to explore here from the ramparts which are equipped with huge cannons to the Gyan Bhandar, a library of illustrated Jain palm-leaf manuscripts.
- You can also spend time taking in some of the intricate sandstone carvings around the fort.
- Drive from Jaisalmer to Jodhpur in the morning
- Walk around the old town's blue-painted houses and explore the fascinating bazaars with their little shops selling jewelry, hand-dyed fabric, and colorful heaps of sweets and spices.
- Visit the majestic Mehrangarh Fort and explore the several brilliantly crafted and decorated palaces within the fort.
- The Phool Mahal is the most opulent chamber in the fort and is richly gilded and painted.
- Spend some time at the Mehrangarh Fort Museum to see the rich and varied art collection of the royal family.
- Visit the Jaswant Thada in the afternoon. You may see local people coming here to offer prayers and flowers because they believe the Maharaja has retained his healing touch even while entombed inside the shrine.
- Make a stop at the Ranakpur Jain Temple on the way from Jodhpur to Udaipur
- See a variety of sculptures as this temple is famous for its intricate carvings and unique architecture.
- Stretching along the eastern shore of Lake Pichola, Udaipur's City Palace is a fascinating combination of Rajput military architecture and Mughal-style decorative techniques.
- Explore the most exquisite palace in Rajasthan which is actually a complex of several palaces built by 22 different Maharajas between the 16th and 20th centuries.
- Enjoy a boat tour on the romantic waters of Lake Pichola and visit the two palaces, Jag Niwas and Jagdish Mandir
- Visit the nearby Bagore ki Haveli, a museum exhibiting Udaipur's traditional arts, costumes, and musical instruments.
This morning, you will be transferred to the airport to catch your flight back to Delhi.
Ideas for Making This Trip Uniquely Yours
Special experiences can be added to brighten a honeymoon trip, a family vacation, a birthday, or satisfy personal interests.
Dinner with the Bonfire & Rajasthani Folk Dance in the Sand Dune
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Heena Painting on Hands and Feet
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Enjoy a Memorable Sunset at the Nahargarh Fort
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Experience a Tiger Safari in the Jungle
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Hand-Picked Hotels
We select hotels with style and local features. Let us know your preferences and we'll find your ideal hotel.
Heritage hotel in old Delhi
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Heritage hotel in Jaipur
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Hotel with a great city view
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Hotel with a style of Rajasthan fort
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Hotel with a nice garden
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Hotel right by the lake side
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Our Service Includes:
- Private transfers and English-speaking tour guide
- All guided sightseeing as detailed in the itinerary
- 4-star accommodations for 13 nights
- Flight and private transfers between cities mentioned in the itinerary
- Meals mentioned in the itinerary
- Governmental taxes
Tour code: ah-in-73
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