Cultural Rajasthan Tour

Upon arrival at India Gandhi International Airport, you will be met by a private representative and escorted to your hotel. After a brief introduction to your India tour, you will check in to have some free time on your own to adjust to the new time zone.

After breakfast, you will begin a New Delhi highlights tour passing the city landmarks of India Gate, President's House, Parliament House and Government Secretariat Buildings. Continue by visiting the Gurudwara Bangla Sahib and the Humayun's Tomb, which tells the story of the great Mughal era. Later, take a visit to the 800-year-old Qutub Minar, known as India's largest Minaret. Walk on the last road of the father of India in the Gandhi Smriti. Finish today with an insight into the divine Laxmi Narayan Temple.

In the morning, you will have a half-day, in-depth old Delhi tour including Jama Masjid and a rickshaw ride through Chandni Chowk. Head to Agra this afternoon (about 4.5 hours' drive) by private A/C car, with a stopover for a coffee break or photo opportunities at your request any time en-route. On arrival, check into your hotel and enjoy your free time.

To avoid the crowds and heat of the daytime, in the early morning, set off to the breathtaking Taj Mahal. Just indulge yourself in its amazing architecture, history and beauty. Return to your hotel for breakfast and a rest.

In the afternoon, continue by discovering the palatial Royal Pavilions at the red sandstone Agra Fort for a glimpse of the royal Mughal lifestyle. After sightseeing, you will be welcomed by a local family and enjoy an authentic Indian dinner with your host. Try Masala Chai (Indian Spice Milk Tea) and you will fall in love with it immediately. The chat with the host will definitely enrich your experience in Agra.

Note: The Taj Mahal is closed on Fridays. 

After checking out of the hotel, head west to Jaipur (approx. 5 hours) stopping en route to visit Fatehpur Sikri, the former royal city and capital of Emperor of Akbar, boasting one of the finest examples of Mughal architectural splendor at its height.

Upon arrival in Jaipur, check into your Jaipur hotel and the rest of the day is yours at your leisure. 

After breakfast, visit hillside Amber Fort, the ancient state capital; inside you'll experience the kingly palaces incl. the Sheesh Mahal (Palace of Mirrors).

Return to Jaipur, and stop at Nahargarh Fort where you can get a bird's eye view of the pink city. Later, appreciate the famous Hawa Mahal (Palace of the Winds) for the best angle for a perfect picture. Continue to the City Palace Museum and Jantar Mantar - the largest stone observatory in the world that still in service today. 

This morning, drive (about two hours) to the desert oasis of Pushkar this morning (about 2 hours' drive), a town that clings to the side of the divine Pushkar Lake. Experience the peace and quiet by walking around the lake where pilgrims and sadhus come to pay their respects. Continue by visiting the Brahma Temple, the only temple in the world for Hindus to worship the Lord Brahma.

Note: Pushkar is a completely vegetarian town and also alcohol free.

After breakfast, drive to Jodhpur (about 4 hours' drive). Upon arrival, check in to your hotel and then take a jeep safari to the rural Bishnoi Village, an interesting way to access the traditional way of life.

Today, you will visit the famous Mehrangarh Fort, a massive complex standing on the hillside with fantastic views of the old city of Jodhpur and the imposing Jaswant Thada. In the afternoon, follow the winding narrow alleys at Clock Tower to explore the local markets which are full of textiles, silver, and handicrafts.

Ranakpur is a little village tucked away in the Aravalli hills between Udaipur and Jodhpur (about 2 hours' drive). The tour today brings you to one of the biggest and most important clusters of Jain temples in India. Built in marble and supported by over 1,444 exquisitely carved marble pillars no two of which are alike. Head to Udaipur (about 4 hours' drive) after the tour.

This morning, you will first wander through the markets and bazaars to visit the Jagdish Temple, a center of constant activity, followed by a visit to the City Palace, of which the main part is now a museum with a large and varied collection of mosaics, glass and porcelain figures, miniatures and paintings. After that, you will take a shared motorboat ride on Lake Pichola (1 hour), before heading for the Garden of the Maids of Honour and Folk Art Museum. Finish the day with an unforgettable sunset visit to the Sajjan Garh Palace (Monsoon Palace).

Enjoy a free morning before heading to the airport for the flight to Delhi to connect your onward flight.