India: Essentials of Rajasthan
India: Essentials of Rajasthan
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Discover the vibrant culture and majestic landscapes of Rajasthan with our 18-day tour. Starting from Delhi, visit Udaipur, Jodhpur, Jaisalmer, Jaipur, Ranthambore, and Agra. Uncover the history and beauty of each city, including iconic landmarks, enchanting palaces, and serene nature reserves. Don't miss this once-in-a-lifetime adventure to India's legendary Rajasthan.
Inclusions
- Accommodation on twin sharing basis as per the itinerary, in hotels mentioned or similar
- Meal Plan: Bed & Breakfast. Except at Ranthambore where accommodation will be on full board basis.
- Transport services using air-conditioned Innova car
- Meet and greet services by our Associate office in each city
- English Speaking Local Guide for sightseeing tour as per program.
- 02 Jungle Safari by Shared Jeep
- Entrance fees (01 time) according to the program
- All currently applicable taxes
- Contact for Family, Groups, Special Interest and Customization
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Exclusion List
Itinerary at a glance
Day 1: Arrive Delhi
- Meeting & assistance upon arrival into New Delhi.
- Transfer to your hotel (Hotel check in time 1400 Hours).
- Overnight at the hotel.
Day 2: New Delhi
- Buffet breakfast at the hotel.
- After breakfast visit Old Delhi’s Jama Masjid mosque, enjoy a bicycle rickshaw ride through the lanes of Old Delhi. Continue your visits with the Raj Ghat.
- Afternoon visit Qutab Minar & Gurudwara Sri Bangla Sahib.
- Overnight at the hotel.
Day 3: New Delhi – Udaipur
- Buffet breakfast at the hotel.
- In time transfer to the airport for flight to Udaipur.
- Meeting & assistance upon arrival into Udaipur & transfer to your hotel.
- Check in at your hotel at 1400 Hours.
- Afternoon at leisure for independent activities.
- Overnight at the hotel.
Day 4: Udaipur
- Buffet breakfast at the hotel.
- Proceed for city tour of Udaipur which will include a visit to Jagdish temple, City Palace & its museum and Sahelion ki bari (garden of the maidens).
- Later this afternoon proceed for boat ride on lake Pichola.
- Overnight at the hotel.
Day 5: Udaipur – Jojawar
- Buffet breakfast at the hotel.
- You will drive to Jojawar – approximately 156 Kms / 4.30 hours.
- Enroute you will visit the Jain temples at Ranakpur.
- Upon arrival at Jojawar, check in at Rawla Jojawar.
- Afternoon at leisure for walking around the village.
- Overnight at the hotel.
Day 6: Jojawar – Jodhpur
- Breakfast at the hotel.
- Morning proceed for a rural train ride from Kambli Ghat Station (45 mins / 20 Kms drive from Rawla Jojawar). Rural train ride will be for 1.20 Minutes approximately. You will dis-embark from the train at Fulad.
- Your transport will meet at Fulad and you will proceed for Jodhpur – approximately 3 hours driving time
- Upon arrival Jodhpur, check in at your hotel (Hotel check in time 1400 Hours).
- Overnight at the hotel.
Day 7: Jodhpur
- Breakfast at the hotel
- Morning visit Mehrangarh Fort and Jaswant Thada – the royal cenotaphs.
- Afternoon proceed for a village safari by Jeeps where in you will visit the weavers village, potters village and the Bishnoi Village. At the Bishnoi Village learn about the greatest green movement in India and meet the Bishnoi tribes who consider it as their religion to protect the local flora & fauna. Participate in the opium ceremony.
- Overnight at Hotel
Day 8: Jodhpur – Manvar
- Buffet breakfast at the hotel.
- You will drive to Manvar – approximately 108 Kms / 2.30 hours.
- Upon arrival Manvar, check in at your hotel (Hotel check in time 1400 Hours).
- Afternoon at leisure for independent activities.
- Overnight at the hotel.
Day 9: Manvar – Jaisalmer
- Buffet breakfast at the hotel.
- You will drive to Jaisalmer – approximately 160 Kms / 3 hours.
- Upon arrival Jaisalmer, check in at your hotel (Hotel check in time 1400 Hours).
- Overnight at the hotel.
Day 10: Jaisalmer
- Buffet breakfast at the hotel.
- Morning proceed for city tour which will include a waling tour inside the fort.
- Afternoon proceed to the sand dunes to witness sunset.
- Overnight at the hotel.
Day 11: Jaisalmer – Bikaner
- Buffet breakfast at the hotel.
- You will drive to Bikaner – approximately 330 Kms / 6 hours.
- Upon arrival Bikaner, check in at your hotel (Hotel check in time 1400 Hours).
- Afternoon time permitting visit the camel breeding farm.
- Overnight at the hotel.
Day 12: Bikaner – Jaipur
- Buffet breakfast at the hotel.
- Morning proceed for city tour of Bikaner.
- Afternoon you will drive to Jaipur – approximately 334 Kms / 6 hours.
- Upon arrival Jaipur, check in at your hotel.
- Overnight at the hotel.
Day 13: Jaipur
- Buffet breakfast at the hotel.
- Morning proceed for an excursion to Amber Fort.
- Afternoon you will visit City palace & its museum and Jantar Mantar – Royal Observatory.
- Overnight at the hotel.
Day 14: Jaipur – Ranthambore
- Buffet breakfast at the hotel.
- Morning you will drive to Ranthambore – approximately 192 Kms / 4 hours.
- Upon arrival Jaipur, check in at your hotel.
- Afternoon visit the Ranthambore Fort.
- Overnight at the hotel.
Day 15: Ranthambore
- Early morning proceed for safari into the National park.
- Return to hotel for the buffet breakfast.
- Afternoon proceed for your second safari into the National park.
- Overnight at the hotel.
Day 16: Ranthambore – Agra
- Buffet breakfast at the hotel.
- Morning you will drive to Agra – approximately 282 Kms / 6 hours.
- Upon arrival Agra, check in at your hotel.
- Overnight at the hotel.
Day 17: Agra
- Buffet breakfast at the hotel.
- Morning you will visit Taj Mahal (Taj Mahal closed on Fridays).
- Afternoon visit Agra Fort & Itmad-ud-daullah.
- Overnight at the hotel.
Day 18: Agra – New Delhi
- Buffet breakfast at the hotel.
- Morning you will drive to New Delhi – approximately 204 Kms / 4 hours.
- Upon arrival Delhi, in time transfer to the international airport for your flight to onward destination.
Important Information
Visa/Entry Permit
All visitors coming to India should have a valid passport and an Indian visa prior to arrival. Please ensure your passport is valid for at least 6 months from your expected date of return from India.
Your passport should have at least two blank pages that could be used for stamping by the Immigration Officer. Additionally if you are planning to visit restricted areas like in Sikkim, Arunachal Pradesh, Andaman and Nicobar Islands etc., the visa must also include permission to visit these places.
Tourist e-Visa (valid for 60 days) is available for more than 150 nationalities, so you can also check if you are eligible for that. e-Visa charges vary between USD 10 – USD 35 depending on the traveling period & duration. If you were planning a longer visit, then a standard six-month tourist visa would be required.
Visa / Entry Permit is subject to change and depends on the Government policy. Our team will provide you with the exact details on your query about this important & crucial aspect of your travel.
Dos and Don'ts
- The traditional way of greeting and bidding farewell to anyone is by saying ‘Namaste’.
- Elders should be treated with respect.
- Public displays of affection is discouraged, though holding hands is still acceptable.
- Women in particular should dress modestly and avoid low-cut tops, shorts and skirts above knee-length.
- Remian conscious & careful of how different gender and relationships may impact interactions.
- Take photographs of people or objects only after receiving permission.
- When visiting any religious building or entering an Indian home remove the footwear outside.
- Only eat food with the right hand as eating with left hand is considered unclean. However, one can use the left hand for holding utensils and cutlery.
- Feet and shoes are considered dirty so dont step on any person as it is condidered disrespectful.
- Don’t encourage beggars by giving them money. If you want to help then you can do so by reaching out to approved charities.
- Most Indians tend to engage in friendly banter and light teasing and it is not a mark of disrespect so you can enjoy a light-hearted sense of humour.