Rajasthan Forts, Palaces & Desert Tour

Welcome to Indira Gandhi International Airport, Delhi. Our representative will receive 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 historic Red Fort to experience the spectacular Light & Sound Show, which narrates over five centuries of Delhi's rich history through dramatic storytelling, music and visual effects. Return to the hotel for an overnight stay.

After breakfast, explore the highlights of Old and New Delhi. Visit the magnificent Red Fort, the grand Jama Masjid, one of India's largest mosques, and Raj Ghat, the memorial of Mahatma Gandhi. Continue through New Delhi to view the Rashtrapati Bhavan (President's House), India Gate, the Laxmi Narayan Temple (Birla Mandir), Humayun's Tomb, the Lotus Temple, Qutub Minar and the 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 Agra. En route, visit Sikandra to explore the magnificent Tomb of Emperor Akbar, an outstanding example of Mughal architecture set amidst landscaped gardens. Continue to Agra and check in at the hotel. If time permits in the evening, visit a marble handicraft workshop to observe the intricate art of pietra dura inlay, followed by the optional Mohabbat-the-Taj cultural show, depicting the story behind the Taj Mahal. Overnight stay at the hotel.

Early morning, visit the world-famous Taj Mahal, the white marble mausoleum built by Emperor Shah Jahan in memory of Mumtaz Mahal and recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Return to the hotel for breakfast before exploring the imposing Agra Fort, the former Mughal imperial residence, followed by the elegant Itmad-ud-Daulah's Tomb, often referred to as the "Baby Taj" for its intricate marble inlay work. Return to the hotel for an overnight stay.

After breakfast, check out and drive to Jaipur. En route, explore the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Fatehpur Sikri, the former Mughal capital built by Emperor Akbar in the 16th century. Visit important monuments including the Buland Darwaza, Jama Masjid, Panch Mahal and the marble tomb of Sheikh Salim Chishti. Continue to Abhaneri to visit the remarkable Chand Baori Stepwell, one of India's deepest and most architecturally impressive stepwells, built over a thousand years ago. Later, proceed to Jaipur and check in at the hotel. Overnight stay at the hotel.

After breakfast, explore the architectural landmarks of Jaipur. Begin with an excursion to the majestic Amber Fort, where you may enjoy an optional elephant ride or jeep ride to the entrance. Continue to the hilltop Nahargarh Fort, offering panoramic views of the Pink City, followed by the magnificent City Palace, the astronomical instruments of Jantar Mantar, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the iconic Hawa Mahal (Palace of Winds) and the elegant Birla Temple. In the evening, you may attend the Light & Sound Show at Amber Fort before enjoying traditional Rajasthani cuisine, folk music and dance performances at Chokhi Dhani. Overnight stay at the hotel.

After breakfast, check out and drive to Ajmer. Visit the revered Ajmer Sharif Dargah, the shrine of the Sufi saint Khwaja Moinuddin Chishti, attracting devotees from across the world. Later, continue to Pushkar, one of India's oldest pilgrimage towns situated beside the sacred Pushkar Lake. Upon arrival, check in at the hotel before visiting the revered Brahma Temple, one of the few temples in the world dedicated to Lord Brahma. Spend time walking around Pushkar Lake and exploring the colourful local bazaars. Overnight stay at the hotel.

After breakfast, check out and drive to Udaipur. En route, explore the magnificent Chittorgarh Fort, India's largest fort complex and a UNESCO World Heritage Site associated with the legends of Maharana Pratap and Rani Padmini. Visit important monuments including the Vijay Stambh (Victory Tower), Kirti Stambh, Rana Kumbha Palace, Padmini Palace and the revered Meera Temple. Later, continue to Udaipur and check in at the hotel. In the evening, enjoy a boat ride on Lake Pichola, offering beautiful views of the City Palace, Lake Palace and Jag Mandir. Overnight stay at the hotel.

After breakfast, explore the attractions of Udaipur, often known as the City of Lakes. Visit the grand City Palace, overlooking Lake Pichola, followed by the historic Jagdish Temple. Continue to the landscaped Saheliyon Ki Bari, the Bharatiya Lok Kala Museum, showcasing the folk culture of Rajasthan, and the crystal collection at the Crystal Gallery. Later, drive to Eklingji Temple, an important temple complex dedicated to Lord Shiva, followed by the ancient temple ruins of Nagda, once the capital of the Mewar kingdom. Return to Udaipur for an overnight stay.

After breakfast, check out and drive to Jodhpur. En route, visit the renowned Ranakpur Jain Temples, celebrated for their intricate marble architecture and more than 1,400 uniquely carved pillars supporting the magnificent Chaumukha Temple. Continue to Jodhpur and check in at the hotel. If time permits, visit a nearby Bishnoi Village, where the local community is known for its commitment to wildlife conservation and traditional rural lifestyles. Observe local artisans practising pottery, weaving and handicrafts while spotting blackbucks, chinkaras and peacocks in their natural surroundings. Overnight stay at the hotel.

After breakfast, explore the highlights of Jodhpur, popularly known as the Blue City. Visit the imposing Mehrangarh Fort, one of India's largest hill forts, followed by the elegant marble cenotaph of Jaswant Thada and the magnificent Umaid Bhawan Palace Museum. Later, check out and drive to Manvar, located amidst the sand dunes of the Thar Desert. Upon arrival, transfer to the desert resort before enjoying a camel safari through the dunes at sunset. The evening features traditional Rajasthani folk music, dance performances and dinner under the desert sky. Overnight stay at the desert resort.

Early morning, you may opt for a jeep safari to nearby desert villages to experience rural life and observe traditional crafts such as pottery, weaving, carpentry and metalwork. After breakfast, check out and drive to Jaisalmer. Upon arrival, check in at the hotel before visiting Amar Sagar, Mool Sagar Lake and the historic Lodhurva Jain Temples. Later, enjoy a leisurely walk through the colourful local markets of the Golden City. Overnight stay at the hotel.

After breakfast, explore the Golden City of Jaisalmer. Visit the magnificent Jaisalmer Fort (Sonar Kila), built atop Trikuta Hill, followed by the intricately carved Patwon Ki Haveli, Salim Singh Ki Haveli and Nathmal Ki Haveli. Continue to the scenic Gadisar Lake before driving to the Sam Sand Dunes in the evening to enjoy a camel ride across the Thar Desert at sunset. Return to the hotel for an overnight stay.

After breakfast, check out and drive to Bikaner. En route, stop at Pokhran Fort, a 16th-century sandstone fortress housing elegant royal palaces including Mangal Niwas, Rani Mahal and Phool Niwas. Visit the fort museum displaying royal artefacts, weapons and traditional costumes before continuing through the Thar Desert to Bikaner. Upon arrival, check in at the hotel. The remainder of the evening is free for leisure. Overnight stay at the hotel.

After breakfast, visit the magnificent Junagarh Fort, renowned for its richly decorated palaces and impressive architecture. Later, check out and drive to Mandawa. En route, visit the revered Karni Mata Temple at Deshnok, famously known as the Rat Temple. Continue to Mandawa and check in at a heritage hotel. In the evening, stroll through the narrow lanes to admire the town's fresco-adorned havelis before enjoying a traditional Rajasthani cultural programme with folk music and dance. Overnight stay at the hotel.

After breakfast, explore the beautifully painted havelis of Mandawa, including the renowned Binsidhar Newatia Haveli, Newatia Haveli and Gulab Rai Ladia Haveli, celebrated for their intricate frescoes depicting mythology, royal life and merchant culture. Later, check out and drive to Delhi. Upon arrival, transfer to Indira Gandhi International Airport for your onward journey. Your tour concludes with unforgettable memories of Rajasthan's magnificent forts, royal palaces, sacred towns and golden desert landscapes.