Explore the vibrant culture and rich heritage of Rajasthan with our  14-day tour. From the bustling streets of Delhi to the magnificent forts  of Jaipur, experience the best of India's legendary Rajasthan. Witness  the grandeur of the Taj Mahal in Agra and immerse yourself in the  colorful traditions of this historic region. Join us on this journey  through time and discover the wonders of India's legendary Rajasthan. 

Welcome to Delhi, the intriguing cultural and historical centre of India’s past and future, built over 450 years by a succession of empires - first the Hindu and Muslim dynasties, followed by the powerful Mughal dynasty who ruled until the British took over. Delhi offers its visitors glimpses of the stupendous power and wealth of its past. Where even the most modern parts of the city retain their distinctly Indian identity, here you will find a model of the latest car cruising through the streets and at the busiest intersection you will find a herd of doe-eyed cows oblivious to the traffic! It is in Delhi that a Mercedes Benz and a cycle rickshaw co-exist in the same neighborhood. In keeping with this Old and New Delhi are so different from each other but yet one complements the other! 

Upon arrival you will be met and escorted to your hotel. 

This morning you will enjoy a panoramic tour of Old Delhi popularly known as “The Walled City ‘was once the capital of Muslim India between the 17th and 19th centuries. Today it still contains its fabled, colorful bazaars and a myriad of narrow streets, of which Chandni Chowk, with its never-ending but ever fascinating chaos remains the most famous. The imposing Jama Masjid, the great mosque of Old Delhi, with its onionshaped dome and characteristically Mughal architecture, and the magnificent Red Fort, an eternal symbol of the Mughal Emperor Shah Jehan’s power and style, are among the main attractions of Old Delhi. 

In sharp comparison the architecture of New Delhi or "Lutyen's Delhi" commissioned in 1911 and inaugurated as recently as 1931 is a combination of British and Indian styles and this whole area of Delhi is magnificently planned.  At one end of the avenue known as the Rajpath (literally the “King’s Way”) is the War Memorial Arch, better known as India Gate, a memorial to the 90,000 Indians who gave their lives in World War I. At the other end stands the Rashtrapati Bhavan, one of the largest and most grandiose of the Raj constructions, built originally for the British Viceroy and now the official residence of the President of India 

Visit Humayun's Tomb, Emperor Humayun, the father of Emperor Akbar, lies buried in this magnificent monument built in red sandstone. Haji Begum, Humayun's first wife and mother of Emperor Akbar designed and supervised the entire construction.

Marvel at the Qutab Minar, India's tallest stone tower. At a height of 234 feet, the "Tower of Victory" is considered by some to be the world's most perfect specimen of tower architecture. A mathematical marvel, this building has remained standing for nine centuries.

This morning you will drive to the fort town Mandawa, a part of the Shekhawati region, famous for its forts and havelis. Renowned for its frescoed Havelis and Palaces, Shekhawati is aptly termed the ‘Open Air Art Gallery‘of Rajasthan. The legends of this historic land have been captured in the murals and frescoes of its Havelis, Forts, Temples, and cenotaphs.

This afternoon you will enjoy a walking tour of the painted havelis of some of the leading business families of the country. Some of the better known Havelis of Mandawa are Chowkhani Haveli, Saraf Haveli, Goenka Haveli and Ladia Havli. 

This morning you will drive to Bikaner the royal fortified city! The magnificent forts and palaces created with delicacy in reddish-pink sandstone bears testimony to its rich cultural heritage. Bikaner, more popularly called the camel country is renowned for the best riding camels in the world. 

Upon arrival proceed to the hotel. 

This afternoon explore the city including a visit to Junagarh Fort built by Rai Singh. Situated at a height of above seven hundred feet above sea level, it towers over the city and can be seen from a distance. The fort was originally called Chintamani and was renamed Junagarh or "Old Fort" in the early 20th century when the ruling family moved to Lalgarh Palace outside the fort limits.  

Continue to Lalgarh Palace, was built between 1902 and 1926 according to Rajpur, Mughal and European architectural styles..Situated 3 km north of Bikaner city, this palace was designed by Sir Swinton Jacob, the palace is quite imposing with overhanging balconies and delicate latticework. Peacocks and blooming bougainvillea in the garden welcome the visitor to the palace. 

Your tour ends with a visit to Camel Research Farm is a short distance from Bikaner, which carries out breeding and training of camels. Established by the central government in 1984 this Camel Research and Breeding Farm is only one of its kinds in Asia.  

This morning you will drive to Jaisalmer located on a ridge of yellowish sandstone is also known as ‘The Golden City’, crowned by the imposing Jaisalmer Fort., within which is the palace and many ornate Jain Temples. . The name Jaisalmer evokes a vivid picture of sheer magic and mystery of the desert. This exotic frontier town in the heart of the desert is a paradox. On one hand our eyes fall upon the barren inhospitable and forbidding terrain whilst on the other we are greeted by a rainbow of local color and warmth casting a magical spell over all its visitors.

Arrive and proceed to your hotel. 

The afternoon is at leisure to explore the town.

This morning you will explore the city including a visit to Jaisalmer Fort or ‘Sonar Kila’! This magnificent yellow sandstone fort stands amidst the Thar Desert towering over the city. Its double lined ramparts enclose a palace and house an entire living complex. The fort has three exquisitely carved Jain Temples dedicated to the Jain Tirthankaras of which the Parswanath Temple is oldest and the most beautiful with the walls of the sanctum are intricately carved with various animal and human figures.

You will also visit the vibrant market place of Manak Chowk, and the Havelis which are located just outside of the Jaisalmer Fort. This is the perfect place to explore the rich art and craft work and creative skills of the local craftsmen of Rajasthan who have inherited the rare talent from their forefathers.  

Marvel at the architectural splendor of the beautiful havelis which were constructed in the 18th and 19th centuries and reflect the brilliant architecture of the traditional times. The Patwon Ji ki Haveli, the first haveli and largest to have been constructed out of yellow sandstone is an interesting piece of architecture and is the most important among the havelis in Jaisalmer. This is not a single haveli but a cluster of 5 small havelis.  

Late this afternoon board your jeep and drive out to picturesque Sam Sand Dunes. It is the closest point to witness the total sandy desert and to see patterns carved out by winds on the sand. Feast your eyes on a truly magnificent stretch of sweeping dunes with little or no vegetation. Relive the era of romance when travelers crossed kingdoms on this graceful animal for days on end. 

Return to your hotel. 

This morning you will drive to Jodhpur, also known as India’s Blue City. Situated at the edge of the Thar Desert, it is the largest city in Rajasthan after Jaipur. Of Rajasthan's many princely settlements, Jodhpur is among the most distinctive. This five hundred-year-old settlement was the headquarters of the Rathore Rajputs' celebrations.  A six-mile-long wall surrounds the old Jodhpur City with eight gates serving as entrances.  

Upon arrival proceed to your hotel.

This afternoon stroll around the old city of Jodhpur. Life in Jodhpur focuses very much around the Fort. Marvel at the infinite detail and then painstakingly pieced together in different patterns of the numerous haveli’s.  

Visit Meherangarh Fort. Founded by Rao Jodha in 1459, this majestic fort was one of the largest forts in India. Situated approximately 4 miles from Jodhpur, it overlooks the city from atop a 125m high hill. The fort also houses a large museum which houses some unusual artifacts.

During your decent you will see Jaswant Thada, an architectural white marble memorial built by Sardar Singh in 1899 in memory of Maharja Jaswant Singh II. Within this cenotaph, there are also two more tombs. The Jaswant Thada is a traditional cremation ground of Jodhpur rulers. The grounds are also comprised of exquisitely carved gazebos, a beautiful multi-tiered garden, and a small lake. 

Return to your hotel. 

This morning drive to the nearby Bishnoi Villages and enjoy a jeep safari through the village. The views of desert wildlife, like black bucks, chinkaras, blue bulls, desert foxes, hares and partridges. Visitors can enjoy a view of thousands of migratory demoiselle cranes from September to March. There is also opportunity to see craftsman, shepherds and farmers at work. 

The afternoon is at leisure. 

Overnight at the hotel. 

This morning you will drive to Pushka – a sacred town for the Hindus!  Here you will visit the famous Brahma Temple, which is the only temple in the world dedicated to this deity. Peacocks adorn the temple walls as they are supposed to be the vehicle of Lord Brahma's consort Saraswati. A small image of the milkmaid Gayatri, flanks the four-faced image of lord Brahma and is called Chaumurti The sanctuary has silver doors inside a carved marble gateway.

Proceed to visit the holy Pushkar Lake. The lake is surrounded by 52 bathing ghats (a series of steps leading to the lake), where pilgrims throng in large numbers to take a sacred bath, especially around Kartik Poornima (October–November) when the Pushkar Fair is held. Over 500 Hindu temples are situated around the lake precincts. A dip in the sacred mystical water is also believed to cure skin diseases, making Pushkar the Lourdes of the East! 

This morning you will drive to Jaipur, a city, whose past is never too far from hand. The city of victory, Jaipur presides over the fascinating desert state and its people: surrounded by rugged hills, each crowned by a formidable fort; and beautiful palaces, mansions and gardens dotted throughout its precincts. The palaces and forts of yesteryear that were witness to royal processions and splendour are now living monuments, accepted quite naturally into the lifestyles of the people of the "pink city".   

Arrive and proceed to your hotel and the rest of the day is at leisure.  

The morning you will drive along the streets of Jaipur, to Amber Fort, stopping en-route to view and photograph the Palace of Winds. Completed in 1799, the Palace was originally built to allow the sequestered ladies of the court to view the bustling life of the city. It is popularly known as Hawa Mahal, because of the perforated screen façade which catches the welcome breeze or Hawa. 

Continue on to the Amber Fort, set atop a rugged hilltop and overlooking Lake Moata! The fort has been constructed in white and red sandstone. The Fort is unique in that it’s outside, an imposing and rugged defensive structure, is markedly different from its inside, an ornate, lavish interior influenced by both Hindu and Muslim styles of ornamentation. The walls of the interior of the fort are covered with murals, frescoes, and paintings depicting various scenes from daily life. Other walls are covered with intricate carvings, mosaic, and minute mirror work. 

This afternoon you will explore the city including a visit to the City Palace complex that continues to evoke the splendour of a bygone era. In an unending series of delights, from its grand aged entrance  to the  play of  ornamental fountains,  the City  Palace is  a  dazzling showplace  of Hindu  and Mughal  architecture Next to the city palace is Jantar Mantar, literally translated as Calculation Instrument. This Observatory was built between 1728 and  1734  by Maharaja  Jai Singh,  Jantar  Mantar was  built on  a grand  scale  and was way beyond its time. This was modeled after the one that was built in Delhi, the then Mughal capital. He had constructed a total of five of which the one in Jaipur is the largest. 

Return to your hotel. 

This morning you will drive to Agra stopping en route to visit Fatehpur Sikri literally translated as "The City of Victory" where we find the site of the deserted city of Emperor Akbar, The vast, imperial capital with its 500 splendid buildings was abandoned after only fourteen years due to the drying up of the city's water supply. 

Continue to Arrive Agra, the capital to the Mughals in the 16th and 17th Centuries and home to many of the Mughals most famous monuments. 

Arrive and proceed to your hotel. 

This morning you will visit the ethereal Taj Mahal which took 22years and more than 20,000 men to build!  Built by the Mughal Emperor Shah Jehan in memory of his beloved wife Mumtaz Mahal who died at the age of 39 giving birth to her fourteenth child! Its unique beauty and immaculately intricate execution all contribute to the breathtaking first impression as we pass through the arch of the entrance gateway. 

Continue touring and visit the magnificent Agra Fort. Emperor Akbar built it as his citadel over the years 1565-1573. With imposing gates, walls of red sandstone and moat, it dominates the center of the city. Aurangzeb imprisoned his father, Shah Jehan, at Agra Fort — a mild punishment considering the luxury of the fort. Legend states that Shah Jehan died in Muasamman Burj, a tower with a marble balcony with an excellent view of the Taj Mahal. 

After your tour you will proceed to drive to Delhi.

Early this morning proceed to the airport for your onwards flight.