Colours of Rajasthan
14 days
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Group Tour
This tour of north-western India combines the Taj Mahal and some of Rajasthan's most interesting towns, forts & palaces with wildlife safaris in Ranthambore National Park and overnight stays in some memorable heritage hotels
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Overview
Trip type
Group Tour
Lodging level
Basic - 2 star
Physical level
Very Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule
What's this trip about?
This tour of north-western India combines the Taj Mahal and some of Rajasthan's most interesting towns, forts & palaces with wildlife safaris in Ranthambore National Park and overnight stays in some memorable heritage hotels
Details
Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeIntimate group - max of 1 people
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportAll internal ground transport included
Start CityDelhi and Rajasthan
End CityDelhi and Rajasthan
Travel Themes
Destinations
Attractions
Activities
Trip includes
- All accommodation as stated in the itinerary
- All transport as per the itinerary in AC Toyota Innova or similar with an English speaking driver
- Overnight sleeper train from Jodhpur to Delhi (1st class carriage)
- All transfers, including 24-hour airport arrival & departure transfer service
- Services of specialist local guides at Agra, Jaipur, Bundi, Chittorgarh, Udaipur and Jodhpur
- Entrance Fees to the main sites listed in the itinerary
- All national park entrance and activity fees and naturalist guides
- 1 jeep safari and 1 'canter' safari in Ranthambore
- Meals as indicated in the itinerary
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrive in Delhi, possible introductory tour
We greet you at Delhi airport and provide a private transfer to your hotel or guesthouse. Our local manager will ensure you get settled in comfortably, introduce you to your driver and guide, and discuss the plans for the rest of your tour. Depending on your arrival time, we may include a short introductory sightseeing tour this afternoon.
OVERNIGHT:
Delhi hotel
EXTRAS:
Extra day in Delhi - pre-tour, Single Room Supplement (INTMCR)
Day 2: Tour of Old Delhi
Your tour of India's capital begins with a visit through the mediaeval streets around Old Delhi, taking in the world's second largest mosque, Jama Masjid, the Red Fort and the burial ghat of Mohatma Ghandi.
We can either drop you back at your accommodation after lunch, o...
OVERNIGHT:
Delhi hotel
MEALS:
Breakfast
Day 3: Drive to Agra, tour Sikandra & the Red Fort
This morning you leave Delhi and drive to Agra, stopping at Akbar's Mausoleum at Sikandra on the edge of Agra before checking into your hotel. In the afternoon you visit the Red Fort, and enjoy your first sight of the Taj Mahal from its ramparts. You may visit the Taj Mahal at sunset this evening if you wish (entry not included).
OVERNIGHT:
Agra hotel
MEALS:
Breakfast
Day 4: Taj Mahal at sunrise, Jaipur via Fatehpur Sikri
Early this morning you head out to the majestic Taj Mahal and after a guided tour, you are free to explore Shah Jahan's monument to love at leisure, watching the light change as the sun rises.
After breakfast back at the hotel, you check out and drive to Jaipur, with a s...
OVERNIGHT:
Jaipur heritage hotel
MEALS:
Breakfast
Day 5: Jaipur city tour
During a full day tour in the state of Rajasthan's 'Pink city' today, you visit the beautiful Amber Palace, and also tour the City Palace, Wind Palace and world famous Jantar Mantar Observatory. We also recommend a visit to the well known lassi-wallah. Late in the aftern...
OVERNIGHT:
Jaipur heritage hotel
MEALS:
Breakfast
Day 6: Jaipur free time & drive to Ranthambore
You have most of this morning free to explore Jaipur's busy streets and markets further. Leaving around noon, you drive mainly on small rural roads for around 5 hours to reach Ranthambore National Park which will be your base for several safaris into the park over the ne...
OVERNIGHT:
Ranthambore lodge
MEALS:
Breakfast, Dinner
Day 7: Ranthambore National Park, wildlife safaris
You enjoy two safaris into the park today, one of them by 'canter' and one by jeep.
The morning safari is by 'canter'. These are open backed trucks that can carry up to around 16 people. While they can't get as far into the park, and you are sharing with several other pe...
OVERNIGHT:
Ranthambore lodge
MEALS:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 8: Drive to Bundi and tour the town
You leave Ranthambore this morning and drive again mainly on fairly small roads to the town of Bundi. There are several things worth visiting in and around Bundi, including the Taragarh Fort overlooking the town, and the Palace underneath it (full access to the palace ma...
OVERNIGHT:
Bundi heritage hotel
MEALS:
Breakfast
Day 9: Drive to Udaipur via Chittorgarh
The main feature breaking today's drive to Udaipur is the hilltop fort at Chittorgarh, which is a classic depiction of Rajput culture and values. Standing on a large site on an 180m high hill rising dramatically over the plains below, the fort was sacked three times and ...
OVERNIGHT:
Udaipur heritage hotel
MEALS:
Breakfast
Day 10: Udaipur, city tour
The whole day is set aside today to explore this beautiful city. Visits will include the City Palace and Museum, the Jagdish Temple, Pratap Memorial. Late in the afternoon if the water levels are high enough, you can enjoy a boat-ride on Lake Pichola and enjoy excellent ...
OVERNIGHT:
Udaipur heritage hotel
MEALS:
Breakfast
Day 11: Drive to Jodhpur via Ranakhpur
You leave Udaipur this morning to drive deeper into Rajasthan, heading for Jodhpur. En-route you stop to visit the Jain temples at Ranakhpur, and reach Jodhpur late in the afternoon (approx. 7 hours driving). Jodhpur is a fascinating city, with its huge hilltop fort and blue painted houses in the old town.
OVERNIGHT:
Jodhpur heritage hotel
MEALS:
Breakfast
Day 12: Jodhpur tour & sleeper train to Delhi
You have a full day's tour today of the city of Jodhpur, during which you can visit Jaswant Thada, Mehrangarh Fort, Umaid Bhawan Museum, Sadar Market, Handloom House and the Clock Tower. Again this is a flexible tour and you can discuss with your guide exactly what to vi...
OVERNIGHT:
Sleeper train
MEALS:
Breakfast
Day 13: Arrive in Delhi & half day tour of New Delhi
After arriving in Delhi we take you for breakfast before dropping your luggage at your hotel. Your room may not be available yet, but you can either rest and relax until it is, or start a half-day tour of the city now. Whenever you choose to start, your tour today takes ...
OVERNIGHT:
Delhi hotel
MEALS:
Breakfast
Day 14: Tour ends in Delhi, departure
airport transfer
Your time is free today until we pick you up from your hotel and transfer you to the airport to catch your flight home.
OVERNIGHT:
N/A
MEALS:
Breakfast
EXTRAS:
Goa beach extension, Extra day in Delhi - post tour
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Last Updated: 4/19/2024
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Logistics
What's excluded
- International Flights
- Visa Fees
- Travel Insurance (compulsory)
- Meals not indicated in the itinerary
- Entrance fees to sites not listed in the itinerary
- Camera tickets at monument sites if applied
- Drinks, snacks, tips and other personal expenses (e.g. laundry)
- Any other items not mentioned above
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Age Requirements
No age restrictions
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