Extensive Rajasthan Private Tour
18 Days / 17 Nights
The princely state of Rajasthan showcases the regal past of maharajas and maharanis. The majestic state echoes nobility with flare and flaunt with plentiful palaces, castles and forts.
Essence and highlights of itinerary:
- The famous Golden Triangle is included.
- Visit the unique Shekhawati region.
- Rural non touristic village experience.
- Sway across the dunes on a camel ride.
- Enjoy a meal with a weaver’s family in a village.
- A Tuk-Tuk ride in the blue city of Jodhpur.
- A boat ride on the romantic Lake Picola.
- Visit UNESCO listed sites, forts and Palaces
- Get to stay in a real castle.
- Paint an Elephant.
- Safari to see tigers in their natural habitat.
- Visit the taj Mahal.
Delhi - Nawalgarh - Bikaner - Bawari - Jaisalmer - Sam - Jodhpur - Ranakapur - Kumbhalgarh - Udaipur - Bijiapur - Pushkar - Jaipur - Ranthambore - Abhaneri - Fatepur Sikri - Agra - Delhi
DAY 1: ARRIVE IN DELHI
You will be greeted at the airport by our representative and transferred to your hotel.
Overnight in Delhi.
DAY 2: DELHI VISIT
You will spend the day visiting Delhi’s major attractions including India gate and Humayan’s tomb. Try some of Delhi’s famous street cuisine for lunch and explore the old Delhi market by rickshaw. We will also take a heritage walking tour in Food Street, Spice market and Chandni chowk. Explore ParantheWaliGali. The atmosphere here the old part of Delhi is filled with high pitched shouts of shop owners and chaos from the busy streets. As the world goes by, you will be drawn by the aromas of stuffed parathas being dipped into a large cauldrons, where they emerge golden and beautifully transformed. Hard to resist a snack at this point.
Overnight in Delhi.
DAY 3: DELHI - NAWALGARH
After breakfast, a drive through the countryside into the Shekhawati region of Rajasthan to Nawalgarh. A walk through the frescoed Havelis of opulent bygone merchants tell the tales of the rich former era through their murals intricately adorning the architecture. The colourful paintings of daily desert life and local deities preserved in time are a mesmerising window to the past.
Overnight in Nawalgarh.
DAY 4: NAWALGARH - BIKANER
After breakfast drive to Bikaner. A visit to the countries most impressive fort.
Consisting of 986 long walls that have 37 bastions. There is a total of 37 palaces, along with a number of pavilions and temples. Junagarh Fort stands impressively proud like no other. Built on a plain instead of a hill makes the Fort unique. The preserved décor is astoundingly stood the test of time. Afterwards a tuktuk ride into the Old City.
Overnight in Bikaner.
DAY 5: BIKANER - BAWARI - JAISALMER
This morning making your way towards Jaisalmer a stop at a rural village.You can take a safari jeep ride to meet with farmers, villagers. The remote little village is a remarkable glimpse into the rural lifestyle still prevalent toady. Afterwards drive to Jaisalmer and check into the hotel.
Overnight in Jaisalmer.
DAY 6: JAISALMER
After breakfast, a visit to Jaisalmer Fort. Infiltrating the fort is like stepping into a porthole in time. Contouring the curvature of the cobblestone lanes and alleys with merchants sailing their textural artworks and other fineries will bring memories of childhood fairy tales. Aladdin and the 40 thieves come to mind in its rustic ambiance. Making way to the Chandraprabhu Jain Temple within the fort. The sheer grandeur of the ornately carved temple has been preserved in time protected within the arms of the fort. The Patwa Haveli with over 60 balconies awaits within the fort, dappled in laced attire the architectural grandeur of this 18th century haveli is indeed a sight to behold. A stroll to Gadisar Lake, to view the radiant hue of the mirrored scenery that doubles itself upon the water. The domed scalloped charm of the shrines and temples adorn the landscape makes a popular portrait backdrop.
Making way back to the hotel for lunch and some free time to relax before an exciting evening in the dunes.
Around 4 pm a drive to the Sam Dunes (approximately 50 kms).
A top a camel you will witness the dusk as the pink desert sun starts to weary over the curvature landscape as you sway to and fro on the best seat in the house.
Return for an overnight stay in Jaisalmer.
DAY 7: JAISALMER - JODHPUR
Today a drive to the magnificent indigo city of Jodhpur.
Arrive and check into the hotel. Then enjoy a heritage walking tour of the Old city around the Clock tower. You will get to ride a ride on a tuktuk and experience life as a local.
Overnight in Jodhpur.
DAY 8: JODHPUR
Today an exploration of 100 feet of pure splendour.Mehrangarh Fort stands 400 feet proudly above the blue city with a hauntingly aura it beckons your call to explore. Later in the afternoon you if you wish, a cooking lesson in the countryside with a weaver’s family. We will prepare then dine on local Marwadi dishes. Most of the food is cooked with wood and other natural elements. A truly remarkable unique non-touristic experience.
Overnight in Jodhpur.
DAY 9: JODHPUR - RANAKAPUR - KUMBHALGARH
After breakfast, a drive to Kumbhalgarh along the way a stop at the remarkable and most important Jain temple complexes of India, covering an area of almost 48,000 square feet. It has 29 halls, 80 domes and supported by 1444 marble pillars, each of them intricately and ornately carved,no pillars are alike which makes wandering amongst them intriguing. Arrive in Kumbhalgarhthen a visit to theUNESCO listed Mewarfortress Kumbhalgarh Fort.
Overnight in Kumbhalgarh.
DAY 10: KUMBHALGARH - UDAIPUR
After breakfast head to the regal city of Udaipur. Check into the hotel. The rest of the day is at leisure to relax or wander the quirky little shops to find that special keepsake as a magical memory.
Overnight in Udaipur.
Day 11: Udaipur
Sunrise is spectacular in Udaipur if by chance you wake up early. As the sun ascends the mountains, the palace glistens like diamonds. The birds are mirrored in the lake as they glide through the golden gilded rays. The rainbow of peripatetic sarees starts the day, taken all in its stride, while stilled you will watch in total awe. After breakfast, a visit to the opulently ostentatious City Palace which is the second largest palace complex in India. The extravagant City Palace stands majestically on the eastern banks of Lake Pichola.
Flanked by the Aravalli mountain range, The City Palace is worth admiring for its natural settings that offer a breathtaking view of its surroundings. Maharana Udai Singh II chose a new capital for his kingdom near Lake Pichola that shielded the territory from its enemies, well surrounded by forests, lakes and the imposing Aravalli hills.The several palaces within the complex stand magnificently behind the 100ft high and 801 ft long wall built exquisitely on the ridge of Lake Pichola. Later enjoy a boat ride on Lake Pichola.
Overnight in Udaipur.
DAY 12: UDAIPUR - CHITTORGARH - BIJIAPUR
After breakfast, head to Bijiapur. Along the way a stop at Chittorgarh Fort. Arriving at Castle Bijiapur, the 16th century castle is set in serenity amongst the Vindhya Ranges. Adjacent to a wildlife sanctuary home to the big cats deer and crocodiles wild boar. This evening Pre dinner drinks in the courtyard before an evening of dinning under the stars. The intoxicating aroma of supper being served in the storybook setting sets for a memorable night.
Overnight at Castle Bijiapur.
DAY 13: BIJIAPUR - PUSHKAR
After Breakfast drive to Puskar. This town has a magnitude and feel all of its own. [Famous for itsannual camel and livestock fair held in October -November]. A visit to Pushkar Lake,BrahmaTempleand a leisurely stroll around the vibrant bazar.
Overnight in Pushkar.
DAY 14: PUSHKAR - JAIPUR
Today after breakfast drive to the Pink City of Jaipur. Check into the hotel.
The rest of the day at leisure or the opportunity to visit an elephant sanctuary that strive on the care of these abandoned post circus victims. The sanctuary allows visitors to experience the knowledge of these colossal mammals. The sanctuary is a loving caring environment that houses the mammoth beauties in their own homes with their very own carer and his family on the property. You can have an opportunity for a cuddle and to paint an elephant (all natural derived non harmful paint). The elephants respond delightfully to what they consider a massage with the brushes.
Overnight in Jaipur.
DAY 15: JAIPUR
After breakfast it’s off to explore the enchanting Pink City. The harmonious consolidation of old and new propitiously comforted over Jaipur’s shoulders like that old favourite jacket that’s buttons have since been replaced with a modern zipper. It still has the same feel, it’s just more functional. The regal bygone opulent era merged with modernity gently stirred not shaken created this appetizer of a city. Enough to drown the thirst of any traveller with its vast array of offerings. The perfect cocktail of past and present will leave you astonishingly in admiration of the countries first planned city.
You will visit the famous Hawa Mahal (Wind Palace), Amber Palace and Water Palace. An optional stroll through the Old City, giving you an opportunity to maximise you’re understanding about Jaipur and experience the hidden corners of this captivating city. Your guide will take you through the vibrant bazaars and lanes that interweave the Old City in a lattice patchwork of inspiration. You will have the opportunity to interact with locals and try some of the delectable street food delicacies of Rajasthani cuisine.
Overnight in Jaipur.
DAY 16: JAIPUR - RANTHAMBORE
Making the journey to Ranthambore today and checking into the hotel. Then in the afternoon it is time to jump on board a jeep and set off on safari into the home of the tigers. Home to a multitude of animals you have the eery exhilarating feeling that hidden eyes are focused on you. At times white knuckled as the warning call of the peacocks give away the hiding spots of the big cats.
Overnight in Ranthambore.
DAY 17: RANTHAMBORE -ABHANERI - FATEHPUR SIKRI- AGRA
After breakfast, a drive to Agra. Along the way a stop to visit the perfect triangular symmetry of the 3500 steps over 13 floors of the abandoned Abhaneri Stepwell and the former imperial city of Fatehpur Sikri
Overnight in Agra.
DAY 18: AGRA - DELHI AIRPORT
Early morning visit to the undoubtedly most romantic burial site in the entire world, The Taj Mahal. It was built by Shah Jahan as a token of his love for his deceased wife and has gleamingly stood since showcasing showing his affections immortalised in time. Return to the hotel for breakfast and then drive to Delhi Airport to board the flight back to your country. Depending on your flight time, or if you would prefer to add an extra night or a few we can arrange the accommodation and transfer you to the airport at a later date.
Your preferences are possibilities. We are more than happy to customise any of our itineraries to complement your wishes because it is your journey. We can tailor make an itinerary to your preferences. A personalised itinerary will give you the opportunity to make the most of your experience.