Duration : 16 Nights / 17 Days

Destinations :Delhi – Jaipur - Mandawa - Bikaner - Jaisalmer - Jodhpur - Kumbhalgarh - Udaipur - Bundi - Ranthambore - Agra - Delhi

Day 01: Delhi

As part of your Rajasthan cultural tour, our representatives receive you at the Delhi International airport and transfer to the hotel. Rest of the day free at leisure- indulge in a soothing massage at the hotel or visit the local markets of the city. Dinner & overnight stay at Delhi hotel.

Day 02: Delhi – Jaipur

After breakfast drive t o Jaipur and upon arrival check in at hotel. The fabled city and capital of Rajasthan presents a culmination of all that Rajasthan possesses, be it its culture, tradition, folk music & dance or historical monuments. Sightseeing includes visit to City Palace (take a glimpse of the largest silver urn in the world), Jantar Mantar and Hawa Mahal. Night stay at Jaipur.

Day 03: Jaipur

After breakfast proceed for a short excursion trip to Amber Fort and enjoy caparisoned Elephant ride to its hill top entrance. The magnificent palace and its exquisite halls displaying mirror work, frescoes and murals, paintings and art works of the most eminent quality and rooms with unique, superlative architecture like water fountain without the use of motor and air conditioning by the use of water ways have made it world famous attraction. The tour is followed by visit to the famous Bazaars of Jaipur displaying wide variety of traditional artifacts. Night stay at Jaipur hotel.

Day 04: Jaipur - Mandawa

After a leisurely breakfast drive to Mandawa- a region known as the ‘Open air art gallery’ of Rajasthan. This is because its mystical landscape is dotted with Havelis and mansions displaying superlative frescoes and murals on their walls. Built by wealthy merchants in the past, these masterpieces of design and creative imaginations have withstood the test of time, having lost none of their original charm and grandeur.

Visit to all of the famous Havelis of Mandawa including Hanuman Prasad Goenka Haveli, The Murmuria Haveli and Jhunjhunwala Haveli. A trip to Mandawa Castle wraps up our Mandawa sightseeing as we drive back to the hotel for overnight stay.

Day 05: Mandawa - Bikaner

Morning drive to Bikaner and upon arrival assistance and transfer to the hotel. Post lunch sightseeing of Bikaner as we explore its historical monuments like Junagarh Fort and Lallgarh Palace that dominates the town, bearing testimony to Rajputana architectural skills. Dinner & overnight stay at Bikaner.

Day 06: Bikaner

After breakfast set out for an exciting trip to Deshnoke Temple also known as The Rat Temple, one of Bikaners well known and highly frequented destination. The temple is famous for housing thousands of rats that scamper all over the place, and have been for years without any incidence of rat related infection being reported. The ‘Prasad’ (holy offering) is first offered to these rats by the temple priests before being distributed to the devotees. This is followed by a visit to the local Camel Breeding Farm. Night stay at Bikaner.

Day 07: Bikaner - Jaisalmer

After breakfast drive to Jaisalmer, another historical and culturally rich city of Rajasthan. Located at the heart of Thar Desert, the town is one of Rajasthan’s last princely bastions. The famous silk route passed through this region, and its resident wealthy merchants built splendid Havelis for themselves by hiring master artisans and craftsmen who worked with great diligence on these sandstone mansions. Delicate pavilions and balconies, sculpture filigree and screen windows, all of it were adorned with finest of carvings and murals.

After the sightseeing of these Havelis, return drive to the hotel for overnight stay.

Day 08: Jaisalmer-Jodhpur

Morning proceed for the famous Sam sand dunes to enjoy camel ride. This is followed by a drive to Jodhpur and rest of the day at leisure to explore the city or just relaxing at the hotel. Overnight stay at Jodhpur.

Day 09: Jodhpur

Full day sightseeing of Jodhpur also called the Sun City of Rajasthan. An impressive blend of modern and traditional architecture sets is monuments apart from other places. Mehrangarh Fort, Umaid Bhawan Palace and Jaswant Thada are its most popular tourist attractions. Overnight stay at Jodhpur.

Day 10: Jodhpur - Kumbhalgarh

After breakfast drive to Kumbhalgarh and on arrival transfer to the hotel. Afternoon visit Kumbhalgarh Fort, its historical fort known throughout the region for its regality. Night stay at Kumbhalgarh.

Day 11: Kumbhalgarh-Udaipur

After a leisurely breakfast drive to Udaipur en-route visiting famous Jain temples at Ranakpur. A historical and pilgrimage site, these temples have incredible variety of carvings and architectural patterns on display. Upon arrival at Udaipur check-in at a luxury hotel for overnight stay.

Day 12: Udaipur

Morning after breakfast sightseeing of Udaipur regarded as the most romantic city in Rajasthan. The eye-catchy palace built in white marble on an island in picturesque lake Pichola is its star attraction. This former residence of Maharana has now been turned in to a glamorous hotels not only in Rajasthan but in India as well. Our sightseeing covers the splendid City Palace, the Jagdish temple, and a drive around other famous lakes. Sahelion-ki-bari and the Folk Art Museum are also covered followed by return to the hotel for overnight stay.

Day 13: Udaipur – Bundi

Morning drive to Bundi, an ancient town of Bundi and upon arrival proceed for the sightseeing including Chittaurgarh, Taragarh Fort and Sukh Mahal. Overnight stay at Bundi hotel.

Day 14: Bundi - Ranthambhore

Morning drive to Ranthambhore, one of India’s premier wildlife reserve and upon arrival check-in at a wildlife resort. Your wildlife adventure begins as we proceed for a Jungle safari in the evening accompanied by an expert naturalist. Overnight stay at hotel.

Day 15: Ranthambhore - Agra

Morning tiger tracking safari into the reserve followed by a bird watching tour. Later, leave for Agra en-route visiting the abandoned capital of the Mughals-Fatehpur Sikri. Upon arrival check-in at hotel for overnight stay.

Day 16: Agra

Full day sightseeing of Agra starting from the majestic Taj Mahal-one of the Seven Wonders of the World. The sunrise views of Taj is regarded as the most beautiful, and after its sightseeing proceed toward Red Fort- another famous attraction in the city. Night stay at Agra.

Day 17: Agra-Delhi

Your memorable cultural tour of Rajasthan concludes as our representatives assist & drive you towards Delhi. Indulge in some last minute shopping before being transferred to the international airport for onward journey.