Rajasthan Forts & Palaces Tour – 11 Days

Arrive in Delhi and transfer to your hotel. Depending on arrival time, you can relax or take a short evening drive around Connaught Place to witness the city’s colonial charm. Overnight stay in Delhi.

Spend a full day exploring Delhi’s mix of Mughal and British-era architecture. Begin with Jama Masjid, followed by a rickshaw ride through Chandni Chowk. Visit Raj Ghat, the memorial of Mahatma Gandhi, then drive past India Gate & Parliament House.
In the afternoon, visit Qutub Minar and Humayun’s Tomb, both UNESCO World Heritage sites that represent Delhi’s layered history. Overnight stay in Delhi.

After breakfast, drive to Jaipur (approx. 5–6 hours). On arrival, check into your hotel. In the evening, enjoy a walking tour through Jaipur’s old bazaars, filled with textiles, jewellery, and handicrafts. Overnight stay in Jaipur.

Begin your day at Amber Fort, where the Sheesh Mahal and sprawling courtyards showcase Rajput grandeur. Later, visit the City Palace, still home to Jaipur’s royals, and explore its museums filled with royal costumes and weapons.
Continue to the JantarMantar Observatory, an 18th-century scientific marvel, followed by photo stops at Hawa Mahal and JalMahal. Evening free for cultural shows or shopping. Overnight stay in Jaipur.

Drive to Jodhpur (approx. 6–7 hours), passing through the rugged Aravalli Hills. On arrival, check into a heritage hotel. In the evening, take a short stroll in the Clock Tower Market, famous for spices and handicrafts. Overnight stay in Jodhpur.

Spend the day at the magnificent Mehrangarh Fort, with its towering walls and palaces like Moti Mahal and PhoolMahal. From its ramparts, enjoy sweeping views of the Blue City below.
Later, visit Jaswant Thada, a marble cenotaph built in memory of Maharaja Jaswant Singh II, and Umaid Bhawan Palace, an opulent palace still partly occupied by the royal family. Overnight stay in Jodhpur.

After breakfast, drive to Jaisalmer (approx. 5–6 hours). As you approach, the desert landscape begins to dominate. On arrival, check into your hotel. In the evening, enjoy a walk around Gadisar Lake, a scenic reservoir surrounded by temples. Overnight stay in Jaisalmer.

Explore the living Jaisalmer Fort, where people still reside within the fort walls. Visit Jain temples, Raj Mahal, and the narrow lanes lined with shops. Admire Patwonki Haveli and Nathmalki Haveli, both renowned for their intricate sandstone carvings.
In the evening, explore local bazaars filled with puppets, camel leather goods, and colourful Rajasthani artefacts. Overnight stay in Jaisalmer.

Today is dedicated to the desert. Head to Sam Sand Dunes for a camel safari across the golden sands. As the sun sets, the desert glows in vibrant shades.
Later, enjoy dinner and cultural performances at a desert camp with traditional music and dance. Overnight stay in a luxury tent under the starlit sky.

After breakfast, begin your long drive to Udaipur (approx. 8–9 hours). En route, admire desert villages and rolling hills of the Aravallis. On arrival, check into your hotel.
If time permits, take a short evening boat ride on Lake Pichola, with stunning views of Jag Mandir and Lake Palace. Overnight stay in Udaipur.

Explore the majestic City Palace, Rajasthan’s largest palace complex, filled with balconies, courtyards, and museums. Visit Saheliyonki Bari, a royal garden with fountains and lotus pools, and the intricately carved Jagdish Temple.
Later, enjoy some shopping for miniature paintings and silver jewellery before your transfer to Udaipur Airport or Railway Station for onward travel.