Tour Overview
| Duration | 10 Days / 9 Nights |
|---|---|
| Country | India โ Rajasthan Forts & Palaces |
| Cities | Jaipur โ Jodhpur โ Ranakpur โ Udaipur โ Pushkar (option) |
| UNESCO Sites | 2+ (Jantar Mantar, Hill Forts via Mehrangarh, Ranakpur on tentative list) |
| Tour Type | Private Tour โ Royal Rajasthan condensed |
| Price | From US$879 per person (heritage palace hotels, private guide) |
Data source: htoindia.com Forts & Palaces of Rajasthan + memorableindia.com route structures
Day 1: Arrive Jaipur โ Pink City
- Airport pickup, transfer to heritage haveli hotel
- Evening: Hawa Mahal at sunset, Johari Bazaar walk
Overnight in Jaipur.
Day 2: Jaipur โ Amber Fort & Royal Heritage
- Amber Fort โ elephant/jeep ascent, Sheesh Mahal mirror palace
- City Palace, Jantar Mantar (UNESCO), Hawa Mahal
- Albert Hall Museum at golden hour
- Optional: Hot air balloon over the Pink City at dawn (seasonal, ~US$250)
Overnight in Jaipur.
Day 3: Jaipur to Jodhpur โ Blue City Rising
- Drive to Jodhpur (5.5 hours, 340km)
- Mehrangarh Fort โ afternoon exploration, audio guide by the Maharaja
- Jaswant Thada at sunset โ white marble glowing golden
- Rooftop dinner overlooking the illuminated fort
Overnight in Jodhpur (blue-washed heritage hotel).
Day 4: Jodhpur โ Blue City Discovery
- Blue City Heritage Walk โ Guided walk through the Brahmapuri neighborhood, the bluest part of the blue city. Meet residents, learn why the houses are painted blue (originally signifying Brahmin households, now also for its cooling properties and mosquito-repelling qualities)
- Sardar Market & Clock Tower โ Vibrant local market around the landmark Ghanta Ghar. Spices, textiles, and the best samosas in Rajasthan at Shahi Samosa
- Umaid Bhawan Palace โ One of the world’s largest private residences (347 rooms), completed in 1943. Still home to the Jodhpur royal family โ part museum, part luxury Taj hotel. See the vintage car collection (20+ Rolls Royces), Art Deco interiors, and the magnificent Durbar Hall
- Bishnoi Village Safari โ Half-day jeep safari to Bishnoi tribal villages. The Bishnois are India’s original environmentalists โ they’ve protected trees and wildlife for 500+ years, even sacrificing their lives (the 1730 Khejarli massacre, where 363 Bishnois died protecting sacred trees). See blackbuck antelope, weavers, potters, and the extraordinary bond between Bishnoi women and wild animals
Overnight in Jodhpur.
Day 5: Jodhpur to Udaipur โ Via Ranakpur
- Scenic drive through the Aravalli Hills (5 hours)
- Ranakpur Jain Temple โ 1,444 uniquely carved pillars
- Arrive Udaipur
- Evening: Lake Pichola sunset boat ride
Overnight in Udaipur.
Day 6: Udaipur โ Venice of the East
- City Palace (full morning exploration)
- Jagdish Temple โ Udaipur’s largest temple (1651), Indo-Aryan architecture with a black stone deity of Vishnu as Jagannath. The 79 steps up are lined with stone elephants
- Sahelion-ki-Bari garden
- Bagore-ki-Haveli museum + evening Dharohar dance show
Overnight in Udaipur.
Day 7: Udaipur โ Lakes & Royal Countryside
- Monsoon Palace (Sajjangarh Fort) โ Perched on a hilltop at 944m, this 19th-century palace offers breathtaking 360ยฐ views of Udaipur’s lakes, the city below, and the Aravalli Mountains. Best visited in the morning for clear views
- Fateh Sagar Lake โ Walk or cycle the 4km promenade around Udaipur’s second-largest lake. Nehru Island in the center has a boat-shaped restaurant. Perfect for a leisurely morning
- Shilpgram Craft Village โ Rural arts and crafts complex 5km from Udaipur. Traditional huts from Gujarat, Rajasthan, Goa, and Maharashtra. Live demonstrations by rural artisans โ pottery, weaving, puppetry, terracotta work. If visiting during the annual Shilpgram Festival (December), enjoy folk performances from across India
- Afternoon: Cooking Class โ Learn Rajasthani home cooking in a family home. Dishes like dal baati churma (lentils with baked wheat balls and sweet crushed wheat), gatte ki sabzi (gram flour dumplings in yogurt gravy), and ker sangri (desert beans and berries โ a true Rajasthani specialty)
Overnight in Udaipur.
Day 8: Udaipur to Pushkar โ Sacred Lake Town
- Drive to Pushkar (4.5 hours, 280km)
- Pushkar Lake, 52 ghats, Brahma Temple
- Sunset aarti ceremony at the lake
- Pushkar Bazaar โ silver, leather, tie-dye, the best lassi in Rajasthan
Overnight in Pushkar.
Day 9: Pushkar to Delhi โ Return to Capital
- Morning: Climb the Savitri Temple hill (1 hour hike or cable car) โ panoramic views of Pushkar Lake, the desert, and the town
- Drive to Delhi (6 hours) or fly from Kishangarh (1 hour from Pushkar)
- Qutub Minar & Humayun’s Tomb โ afternoon/evening exploration of Delhi’s two UNESCO masterpieces
- Farewell dinner: Bukhara at ITC Maurya (voted Asia’s best restaurant) or Indian Accent (consistently ranked among the world’s top 50 restaurants)
Overnight in Delhi.
Day 10: Departure
Transfer to Delhi Airport (DEL) for departure.
What’s Included
- 9 nights (heritage havelis, palace hotels, 4โ city hotels)
- Private A/C vehicle and guide throughout
- 9 breakfasts + 5 dinners, all entrance fees
- Bishnoi village safari, cooking class, cultural performances
- Boat ride on Lake Pichola
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