Day by Day itineraryDay 1: Arrive at JaipurRajasthan holidays begin as you land at Jaipur Airport or reach Jaipur Railway Station.
Our tour representative escorts you to the booked hotel where you would check in and relax for the rest of the day.
Founded in 1726, the city of Jaipur has emerged among the top 10 travel destinations in Asia.
In the evening, we suggest you to visit the famous restaurant named Chokhi Dhani which mocks a traditional Rajasthani village and promises a superb first rendezvous with state’s culture. Apart from extended menus of local cuisines, you would enjoy puppet show, folk dance, acrobats and hosts of other activities there.
Stay overnight at Jaipur.
Day 2: Jaipur SightseeingAfter having breakfast, begin exploring Jaipur, the Pink City, which happens to be the state capital.
On this first day of Rajasthan city holidays, get excited to visit some remarkable sites that include City Palace (09:30 a.m. to 05:00 p.m.; entry fee INR 25/35/150 for children/Indians/foreigners; INR 50/150 for still/video camera), Jantar Mantar Astronomical Observatory (09:30 a.m. to 04:30 p.m.; entry fee INR 15/50/200 for students/Indians/foreigners; INR 50/100 for still/video camera), Hawa Mahal (09:00 a.m. to 05:00 p.m.; entry fee INR 50/200 for Indians/foreigners) and Jal Mahal (please note that it would be a photo tour for Hawa Mahal and Jal Mahal).
Later, explore the lavishly designed gates of the walled city, the popular ones being Suraj Pol, Chand Pol and Tripolia Gate.
Get ready for an exciting elephant ride to reach Amber Fort (located on a hilltop, 08:00 a.m. to 06:00 p.m.; entry fee INR 25/200 for Indians/foreigners and INR 10/100 for Indian/foreign students, ride charges INR 900 for two).
Enjoy some incredible views of the region from the top. If time permits, we take you to Sanganer (about 16 km. from Jaipur) which is famous for Jain Temples, block printing and handmade papers. Stay overnight at Jaipur.
Day 3: Jaipur – Ajmer (140 km.) – Pushkar (16 km.)Leave Jaipur after breakfast and drive to the holy town of Ajmer, famous for the Dargah (Ajmer Sharif Shrine) of Sufi Saint Moinuddin Chishti.
Enclosed within the rugged Aravalli Hills, the place enjoys unbelievable peace that would definitely engulf your senses. Pray at the shrine and then drive to the Hindu holy town of Pushkar which houses the world’s only temple dedicated to Lord Brahma, who according to Hindu Mythology is the creator of the universe.
On this heartwarming day of Rajasthan holidays, you would feel blessed visiting the divine Pushkar Lake, Brahma Temple and other temples like Paap Mochani, Atpateshvar Mahadev and others.
Stay overnight at Pushkar.
Do you know? Pushkar hosts the world’s largest camel fair during October/November every year attended by millions of foreign visitors and well-known for numerous activities and superlative cultural showcase.
Day 4: Pushkar – Chittorgarh (212 km.) – Udaipur (117 km.)Start from Pushkar after breakfast and drive towards Udaipur, the city of lakes and fairytale palaces.
On the way, you would be visiting the town of Chittorgarh which is well-known for the grand Chittor Fort (entry fee INR 10/100 for Indians/foreigners).
Considered as Asia’s largest fort, it witnessed Jauhar (self-immolation performed by brave royal women and children to save their honour against Islamic invaders) and has many amazing attractions like Vijay Stambha, Kirti Stambha, Padmini’s Palace, Rana Kumbha Palace and Fateh Prakash Palace.
After exploring the fort, resume the road trip to Udaipur.
On arrival, check in at the booked hotel and relax. In the evening, you may choose to explore the markets and lanes bustling with mosaic of handicrafts in all sorts of colours.
Stay overnight at Udaipur.
Day 5: Udaipur SightseeingGet ready for one of the best experiences of Rajasthan holiday packages.
After breakfast, we guide you on a memorable Udaipur sightseeing tour. Known by names like ‘Venice of the East’ and ‘Kashmir of Rajasthan’, the city is among the most visited holiday destinations across the world.
Start the city tour with the imperial City Palace (09:00 a.m. to 05:30 p.m.; entry fee INR 250 per person, INR 100 per child, free for children below 5 years ; INR 250 for camera) which houses some truly exotic royal collections. Next, visit Jagdish Temple which boasts of some very majestic carvings. Later, visit Saheliyon ki Bari (09:00 a.m. to 05:00 p.m.; entry fee INR 5) that was meant for the royal ladies and their friends. Explore the wondrous collection of vintage cars at Vintage Car Museum (09:00 a.m. to 08:00 p.m.; entry fee INR 95 per child and INR 150 per adult).
In the evening, you would be riding a boat on the enchanting Lake Pichola (costs around 400/700 per child/adult)< to savour the unforgettable sunset views.
Next, we set you free for shopping at Udaipur. Don’t miss items like miniature paintings, pottery items, terracotta decors, wooden toys and a huge variety of textile items.
Stay overnight at Udaipur.
Day 6: Udaipur-Jodhpur (259 km.)Have breakfast and then we drive to the city of Jodhpur.
Close to the scorching Thar Desert, Jodhpur mesmerizes with its historical heritage. In the shadow of the colossal Mehrangarh Fort, the mazes of blue-painted houses create such a visual treat for eyes.
On arrival, check in at the booked hotel and relax. We take you to Mandore Garden (08:00 a.m. to 08:00 p.m., entry free) which boasts of arrays of red sandstone cenotaphs and attractions like Ravan Temple, 300 Million Gods Temple and Ek Thamba Mahal amidst stunning landscapes.You may also visit the museum (09:00 a.m. to 06:00 p.m., entry fee INR 50, closed every Friday) in the garden housing many interesting artefacts.
Stay overnight at Jodhpur.
Day 7: Jodhpur Sightseeing – Jaisalmer (286 km.)Have breakfast after which we take you for Jodhpur city tour.
You would visit Mehrangarh Fort (09:00 a.m. to 05:00 p.m., entry fee for Indians INR 40/70 for students and senior citizens/others and for foreigners INR 500/600 for students and senior citizens/others; INR 100/200 for still/video camera), the 15th century fort which indeed is a timeless wonder. Explore the attractions like massive gateways, Chamunda Devi temple and National Geological Monuments apart from the museum featuring paintings, palanquins, turbans and lots of other exclusive collections. Don’t miss the spellbinding views of the city from the top.
At about 02:00 p.m., the Rajasthan holidays tour itinerary advances to Jaisalmer, the town which surprises by its existence right in the heart of Thar Desert.
Apart from the colour-changing Golden Fort and numerous museums flaunting the engrossing desert culture, the place promises once-in-a-lifetime opportunities of camel safaris and desert camping amidst the golden sand dunes.
On arrival, check in at the booked hotel and stay overnight.
Day 8: Jaisalmer Sightseeing – Desert CampingAfter you finish the breakfast, we take you to Jaisalmer Fort (08:00 a.m. to 07:00 p.m.; entry fee INR 30/70 for Indians/foreigners; INR 50/150 for still/video camera), one of the world’s largest living forts and featuring temples, palaces and other structures.
Explore the charming Jain Temples with the finest form of carvings and attractions like Salim Singh Ji Ki Haveli (08:00 a.m. to 08:00 p.m.; entry fee INR 10/15 for Indians/foreigners; INR 50/100 for still/video camera) and other inimitably designed havelis (mansions).
Depending on the time available, you may visit Tazia Tower showcasing brilliant Islamic Architecture and the very pristine Gadsisar Lake.
At about 02:00 p.m., we begin the exciting journey to sand dunes where you would stay in tented accommodations.
On arrival, check in at the tent and relax. Your wait for exploring the desert landscape gets over as we take you on sunset camel safari ride. Enjoy breathtaking views of sun setting down across sand dunes.
The fascinating experience continues as we arrange folk dance and music performances and bonfires along with delicious regional cuisine for dinner.
Stay overnight at tent.
Day 9: Jaisalmer – Bikaner (329 km.)Bid adieu to the sand dunes and drive towards the final destination of Rajasthan holiday package.
Bikaner, the erstwhile princely state capital, is no less captivating when it comes to rich Rajasthan heritage. Apart from glorious forts, palaces and temples, the city is famous for its scrumptious namkeens and sweets as well as quality camel breeds.
On arrival, we guide you to Junagarh Fort (10:00 a.m. to 04:30 p.m.; entry fee INR 30/50 for Indians students/others and INR 150/300 for foreign students/others; INR 150 for video camera and additional INR 100 to visit Phool Mahal and Chander mahal).
Made in red sandstone and marble, the structures including palaces and temples as well as the striking kiosks, balconies and courtyards are truly remarkable.
Later, check in at the booked hotel and relax. Spend rest of the day at leisure and stay overnight.
Day 10: Bikaner Sightseeing – DeparturePost breakfast, we would visit Karni Mata Temple which is famous for its huge population of harmless rats.
Later, visit Ganga Golden Jubilee Museum (10:00 a.m. to 05:00 p.m.; closed every Friday; entry fee INR 5) to discover the incredible Rajasthan artworks and collections like paintings, sculptures, weapons, carpets, terracotta ware and more.
Depending on the time available, you may visit Camel Breeding Farm (03:00 p.m. to 06:00 p.m.; entry fee INR 10, camera fee INR 20; no video camera allowed) where different breeds of camels are bred.Don’t miss buying camel milk products.
Finally, we drop you at Bikaner/Jaipur railway station or Jaipur Airport as Rajasthan holidays tour concludes.