Welcome to Indira Gandhi International Airport, Delhi. Our representative will greet you and transfer you by air-conditioned vehicle to your pre-booked hotel. After check-in, all tour-related documents and itinerary details will be explained. In the evening, visit the UNESCO-listed Red Fort to witness its captivating Light & Sound Show, where narration, music and visual effects recreate Delhi's journey from the Mughal era to modern India. Overnight stay at the hotel.
After breakfast, explore the heritage of Old Delhi and New Delhi. Visit the UNESCO-listed Red Fort, the grand Jama Masjid and Raj Ghat, the memorial dedicated to Mahatma Gandhi. Continue past India Gate and Rashtrapati Bhavan before visiting the UNESCO-listed Humayun's Tomb, which inspired the design of the Taj Mahal, the soaring Qutub Minar, Birla Mandir and ISKCON Temple. In the evening, you may enjoy an optional cycle rickshaw ride through the bustling lanes of Chandni Chowk. Overnight stay at the hotel.
After breakfast, check out and drive to Mandawa. En route, stop at Nawalgarh in the Shekhawati region, where merchant families built richly painted havelis that earned the region the title of Rajasthan's "Open Art Gallery." Continue to Mandawa and check in at a heritage hotel. Later, walk through its historic streets lined with fresco-covered mansions before enjoying traditional Rajasthani folk music, dance performances and dinner. Overnight stay at the hotel.
After breakfast, explore Binsidhar Chokhani Haveli, Newatia Haveli and Gulab Rai Ladia Haveli, where colourful frescoes portray mythology, royal life and scenes from everyday Rajasthan. Later, drive to Bikaner, stopping at Deshnok to visit the famous Karni Mata Temple, a centuries-old pilgrimage site dedicated to Goddess Karni Mata and known worldwide for its sacred rats. Continue to Bikaner, check in at the hotel and enjoy the evening at leisure. Overnight stay at the hotel.
After breakfast, visit Junagarh Fort, built by Raja Rai Singh and one of Rajasthan's few major forts that was never captured in battle. Explore its royal apartments, audience halls and museum before continuing towards Jaisalmer. En route, stop at Pokhran Fort, a 16th-century sandstone fortress featuring royal residences and a museum displaying traditional weapons, costumes and historical artefacts. Continue through the landscapes of the Thar Desert to Jaisalmer. Check in at the hotel and later enjoy a walk through the local markets to experience the city's evening atmosphere. Overnight stay at the hotel.
After breakfast, explore the UNESCO-listed Jaisalmer Fort (Sonar Quila), one of the world's few living forts where families, temples and markets continue to exist within its walls. Visit Patwon Ki Haveli, Nathmal Ki Haveli and Salim Singh Ki Haveli, each reflecting the craftsmanship of Jaisalmer's wealthy merchants, before stopping at Gadisar Lake, the city's historic water reservoir. In the evening, drive to Sam Sand Dunes, where you may enjoy an optional camel safari while watching the sunset across the Thar Desert. Return to the hotel for an overnight stay.
After breakfast, check out and drive to Manvar, located in the heart of the Thar Desert. Check in at the desert resort and spend the afternoon at leisure. In the evening, enjoy a camel safari across the sand dunes before witnessing a traditional Rajasthani folk music and dance performance. End the day with a theme dinner under the open desert sky before returning to the resort for an overnight stay.
Early morning, you may opt for a jeep safari through nearby desert villages to observe the lifestyle of local artisans, potters, blacksmiths and weavers. After breakfast, check out and drive towards Jodhpur. En route, visit a Bishnoi Village, where the community has protected wildlife and nature for centuries. You may also spot blackbucks, chinkaras and peacocks in their natural habitat before continuing to Jodhpur. Check in at the hotel and spend the evening exploring local markets or authentic Rajasthani restaurants. Overnight stay at the hotel.
After breakfast, visit the bustling Clock Tower market before exploring Mehrangarh Fort, one of India's largest hill forts, housing royal palaces, museums and galleries overlooking the Blue City. Continue to Jaswant Thada, the marble memorial of Maharaja Jaswant Singh, and the Umaid Bhawan Palace Museum, showcasing the history of the Jodhpur royal family. Later, drive to Udaipur, stopping at the 15th-century Ranakpur Jain Temples, famous for their 1,444 uniquely carved marble pillars. On arrival, check in at the hotel and enjoy a boat ride on Lake Pichola. Overnight stay at the hotel.
After breakfast, explore Udaipur, beginning with the City Palace Complex, the former residence of the Mewar rulers overlooking Lake Pichola. Continue to the 17th-century Jagdish Temple, followed by Saheliyon Ki Bari, a royal garden created for the queens of Mewar. Visit the Bharatiya Lok Kala Museum, displaying Rajasthan's folk art, costumes and puppetry, before driving to the revered Eklingji Temple and the ancient temple ruins of Nagda, known for their detailed stone carvings. Overnight stay at the hotel.
After breakfast, check out and drive to Bijaipur. En route, explore the UNESCO-listed Chittorgarh Fort, India's largest fort complex and a symbol of Rajput courage and sacrifice. Visit Vijay Stambh, Kirti Stambh, Rana Kumbha Palace, Padmini Palace and Meera Temple. Continue to Castle Bijaipur, a 16th-century royal residence where descendants of the former ruling family still reside. Check in and enjoy traditional hospitality, cultural performances and dinner. Overnight stay at the heritage castle.
After breakfast, check out and drive to Bundi. En route, visit the historic Menal Temple Complex and the nearby Menal Waterfall, which flows through a rocky gorge during the monsoon season. Continue to Bundi to explore Taragarh Fort, Bundi Palace, Chitrashala, Raniji Ki Baori and Nawal Sagar Lake, showcasing the town's stepwells, murals and Rajput architecture. Return to the hotel for dinner and an overnight stay.
After breakfast, check out and drive towards Pushkar. En route, visit the revered Ajmer Sharif Dargah, the shrine of Sufi saint Khwaja Moinuddin Chishti, visited by devotees from across the world regardless of faith. Later, continue to Pushkar and check in at the hotel. In the evening, take a leisurely walk around the sacred Pushkar Lake, surrounded by historic ghats and vibrant local markets known for handicrafts, textiles and traditional Rajasthani souvenirs. Overnight stay at the hotel.
After breakfast, visit the sacred Brahma Temple, one of the very few temples in the world dedicated to Lord Brahma, followed by the holy Pushkar Lake, an important pilgrimage site surrounded by 52 bathing ghats. If visiting during November, you may also explore the famous Pushkar Fair Ground, home to India's largest camel and livestock fair. Later, drive to Jaipur, the Pink City, and check in at the hotel. The remainder of the evening is at leisure. Overnight stay at the hotel.
After breakfast, visit Amber Fort, the former capital of the Kachwaha rulers, known for its courtyards, palaces and mirror work. Continue to Nahargarh Fort for panoramic views of Jaipur before exploring the City Palace, the UNESCO-listed Jantar Mantar, Hawa Mahal and Birla Temple. In the evening, you may attend the Light & Sound Show at Amber Fort, enjoy an optional cycle rickshaw ride through Jaipur's old markets and conclude the day with traditional Rajasthani dinner and cultural performances at Chokhi Dhani. Overnight stay at the hotel.
After breakfast, check out and drive to Ranthambore National Park, once the royal hunting ground of the Jaipur rulers and now one of India's leading tiger reserves. Check in at the jungle resort before heading for an exciting Canter Safari accompanied by an expert naturalist. Besides Bengal tigers, the park is home to leopards, sloth bears, crocodiles, deer and over 300 bird species. Visit the historic Ranthambore Fort, the revered Ganesh Temple and Jogi Mahal. Return to the resort for dinner and an overnight stay.
After breakfast, check out and drive to Agra. En route, explore the UNESCO-listed Fatehpur Sikri, the former Mughal capital built by Emperor Akbar in the 16th century. Visit Buland Darwaza, Jama Masjid, Panch Mahal and the marble tomb of Sheikh Salim Chishti. Continue to Agra and check in at the hotel. In the evening, you may visit Oswal Emporium to observe traditional marble inlay craftsmanship or enjoy the optional Mohabbat-e-Taj Show, portraying the story of Shah Jahan and Mumtaz Mahal through music and dance. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Early morning, visit the UNESCO-listed Taj Mahal, built by Emperor Shah Jahan in memory of Mumtaz Mahal and regarded as one of the world's finest examples of Mughal architecture. Return to the hotel for breakfast before exploring the UNESCO-listed Agra Fort, the former Mughal residence featuring royal palaces, audience halls and mosques. Later, visit the elegant Tomb of Itmad-ud-Daulah, often called the "Baby Taj" for its intricate marble inlay work. Overnight stay at the hotel.
After breakfast, check out and drive towards Delhi. En route, visit Sikandra, home to the Tomb of Emperor Akbar, an architectural masterpiece blending Mughal, Persian, Hindu and Islamic influences. Later, continue to Indira Gandhi International Airport, Delhi for your onward journey. Your tour concludes with unforgettable memories of Rajasthan's royal heritage, desert landscapes, sacred towns, remarkable wildlife and the timeless beauty of the Taj Mahal.
The final cost of a customized tour varies depending on accommodation choices, travel period, number of travellers and individual preferences. While an exact quotation can be provided upon finalization of details, the following indicative price range will help you plan your holiday (based on a minimum of two persons sharing a double room together).
