Royal Rajasthan
Rajasthan
Overview
Live like royalty across Jaipur, Jodhpur, Udaipur, and Jaisalmer — palaces, forts, desert safaris, and vibrant bazaars. This itinerary captures the grandeur of Rajput history, the colors of desert life, and the romance of lakeside palaces in India's most regal state.
Highlights
Your Journey, Day by Day
8 days of carefully crafted experiences
Day 1 of 8
Arrive in Jaipur — The Pink City
Arrive in Jaipur, where the entire old city is painted in a warm terracotta pink — a tradition dating back to 1876 when the city was colored to welcome Prince Albert. Check into your heritage hotel and spend the evening exploring the illuminated Hawa Mahal and the bustling Johari Bazaar, where jewelers have traded gems for centuries.
Jaipur Forts & Palaces
Ascend to the magnificent Amber Fort on elephant-back or by jeep, walking through mirrored halls and secret passages that once housed Rajput royals. Continue to Jaigarh Fort to see the world's largest cannon on wheels, then visit the City Palace, still home to the Jaipur royal family. End at Jantar Mantar, the 18th-century astronomical observatory that still tells accurate time.
Jaipur to Jodhpur
Drive across the Aravalli hills toward the Blue City of Jodhpur. Watch the landscape transform from pink to gold as the Thar Desert edges closer. Arrive in Jodhpur and take an evening walk through the old city where every house is painted a vivid blue — originally a marker of Brahmin homes, now the defining character of this dramatic desert city.
Jodhpur Exploration
Spend the morning at Mehrangarh Fort, one of the most impressive forts in India, perched 125 meters above the blue city on a sheer cliff. The fort's museum houses incredible Rajput artifacts — palanquins, armory, and miniature paintings. In the afternoon, visit the white marble Jaswant Thada cenotaph and explore the spice-filled lanes of the Sardar Market beneath the clock tower.
Jodhpur to Jaisalmer — The Golden City
Drive deep into the Thar Desert as the landscape becomes stark, golden, and hypnotic. Jaisalmer rises from the sand like a mirage — its sandstone fort glowing gold against an impossibly blue sky. Explore the living fort where 3,000 people still reside, wander through havelis with impossibly intricate sandstone carvings, and feel the desert magic that has drawn travelers for centuries.
Jaisalmer Desert Safari
Experience the raw beauty of the Thar Desert on a camel safari through the Sam Sand Dunes. Ride your camel as the sun sinks lower, painting the dunes in shades of amber and crimson. As darkness falls, enjoy a Rajasthani folk performance with Kalbeliya dancers and musicians under a canopy of desert stars, followed by a traditional dal bati churma dinner.
Jaisalmer to Udaipur — City of Lakes
Make the long but rewarding journey south to Udaipur, the City of Lakes, often called the most romantic city in India. Arrive to the sight of the Lake Palace appearing to float on the mirror-still waters of Lake Pichola. Take an evening boat ride as the City Palace and Jag Mandir reflect golden light across the lake.
Udaipur — Departure
Explore the grand City Palace complex, the largest palace in Rajasthan, with its ornate courtyards, peacock mosaics, and lake-facing balconies. Visit the Jagdish Temple and the colorful Sahelion ki Bari garden. Carry home the treasures of Rajasthan — not just the jewelry and textiles, but the stories of warrior kings, desert poets, and cities built from dreams.
Inclusions
- Airport transfers
- 7 nights accommodation (heritage hotels)
- Daily breakfast and dinner
- All sightseeing by AC vehicle
- Desert camel safari in Jaisalmer
- Guided fort tours with historian
- Boat ride on Lake Pichola
Exclusions
- Airfare to Jaipur / from Udaipur
- Lunch and personal expenses
- Camera fees at monuments
- Travel insurance
- Tips and gratuities
- Cultural show tickets
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₹28,000
per person