Rajasthan Safari

Experience Rajput hospitality

Traces of kingdoms and warriors stand as a testament to a feudal land of majestic palaces and proud people, where history lives on amongst its rocky outcrops and romance flourishes in the shade of the Taj Mahal.

Forts, palaces, towns and villages rise obliquely against a backdrop of jungles and undulating dunes, and bright gaudy temples draw the faithful in a continuous parade of lively spirituality.

"This was a great journey, with such variety. I had no idea that there was so much to see whilst travelling through Rajasthan."

Rajasthan Safari

Day 1: DELHI

Arrive in Delhi where you are met and transferred to your hotel. Stay at Park Premier.

Days 2 & 3: MANDAWA

Drive to the Shekhavati area of Rajasthan, renowned for its painted frescoes and ornate havelis (merchants' houses). You spend the night in an immaculately restored heritage hotel, the Castle Mandawa. The following day you overnight in the Desert Resort, in `luxurious' mud-built huts. Enjoy the azure swimming pool overlooking the rolling sand dunes of Mandawa.

Day 4: BIKANER

Continue to Bikaner to visit the grand Junagadh Fort. Stay at the impressive Lallgarh Palace.

Day 5: OSIAN

Drive via Nagaur and the unique Karni Mata Temple at Deshnok to Osian, an ancient town in the Thar desert. You spend the night in a beautiful tented camp in the sand dunes and take an afternoon camel ride in the desert. Stay at The Camel Camp.

Day 6: JODHPUR

Next is the `Blue City' of Jodhpur, dominated by the impressive Meherangarh Fort with magnificent views over the blue-hued city. Stay at Ajit Bhawan.

Day 7: RANAKPUR

South of Jodhpur are the superb Jain temples of Ranakpur. You stay overnight in Fateh Bagh, a beautifully restored heritage hotel. Stay at Ranakpur Fateh Bagh.

Day 8: UDAIPUR

Continue to the enchanting `White City' of Udaipur, surely Rajasthan's most picturesque city with its white marble palaces, placid blue lakes, attractive gardens and green hills. You stay at Jagat Niwas Palace hotel for two nights.

Day 9: UDAIPUR

In the morning you enjoy a tour of Udaipur which includes a visit to the huge City Palace. The afternoon is free to wander through the maze of alleys and interesting bazaars.

Day 10: DEOGARH

Nearby is the pleasant and little-frequented town of Deogarh. The narrow bazaar road, filled with textiles and silver jewellery shops, winds its way up to the top of the hill where you find the beautifully renovated 17th century Deogarh Mahal Palace.

Day 11: JAIPUR

Drive to the `Pink City' of Jaipur, the capital of Rajasthan, with its old pink-coloured sandstone buildings. You stay at Alsisar Haveli for two nights.

Day 12: JAIPUR

Visit the City Palace, the Observatory and the famous facade of Hawa Mahal or `Palace of Winds'. The afternoon is at leisure to explore the bazaars or perhaps visit the magnificent Amber Fort.

Day 13: AGRA

Drive via the abandoned Moghul capital of Fatehpur Sikri to Agra. Stay at Grand Imperial.

Day 14: DELHI

Morning visit to the Taj Mahal, India's iconic masterpiece. Afternoon drive back to Delhi. Stay at DolphInn.

Day 15: DELHI

Tour ends. Transfer to Delhi airport to connect with your onward travel.

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Highlights
  • Immerse yourself in India's royal past amidst Rajasthan's stunning sites
  • Visit impressive forts and castles, opulent palaces and ancient temples
  • Travel to Jodhpur, Udaipur, Jaipur and, of course, the Taj Mahal at Agra
  • Ride camels into the desert and wander a maze of bazaars in the cities
  • Overnight in restored heritage hotels, `luxurious' mud huts and palaces
Duration

Departure

Daily from Delhi except Saturday (as the Taj Mahal is closed on Fridays)
Not advisable in May and June (due to uncomfortable heat)

Price

From 2171 USD per person - based on 2 people sharing

Inclusions
  • Accommodation on twin share basis at selected hotels
  • Stay on bed & breakfast basis; full board at Osian
  • English-speaking local guide for tour of Mandawa, Bikaner, Udaipur, Jaipur & Amber Fort, and Agra
  • Camel safari at Osian
  • Transport by air-conditioned vehicle with private chauffeur
  • All transfers as per the itinerary
Tour price excludes
  • International flights
  • Entrance fees to historical monuments