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Staying in carefully curated boutique hotels, get deeper into the heart of Rajasthan exploring its cities of bejewelled palaces, ornate forts and carved temples together with its rural outposts of nomadic goat herders, rock-strewn hillsides and prowling leopards.
This sample private itinerary to India shows how you can combine the best of Rajasthan’s iconic sites with off-the-beaten-track conservation experiences and stays in cherry-picked special places.
Inspired? Tell us what you most want to see or do, and we’ll design a bespoke itinerary built around your own highlights. Our tailor-made itineraries to India are designed around your specific interests.
You’ll be met by a private driver at Delhi airport and transferred through the tantalising hustle of Delhi to the heritage haven of your hotel. Catch yourself a moment to relax and recharge after your flight because tomorrow the adventures begin.
Stay at
Haveli Dharampura
Today will immerse you in Delhi’s vibrant culture. Rikshaw through the kaleidoscopic Chandni Chowk market. Experience the compassionate community spirit in the Sikh gurudwara. Delve into Delhi’s design masterpieces then unwind to traditional musical performances within your ancient haveli walls
Stay at
Haveli Dharampura
See
- Chandni Chowk, Gurudwara Bangla Sahib, India Gate, Rashtrapati Bhavan, Humayun’s Tomb, Jama Masjid
A quick train to Agra takes you deep into showstopping regal architecture. Intricate carvings, marble inlay and sweeping views pervade as you wander the Red Fort and the Itmad-ud-Daula before an evening exploring Mughal culture and craftsmanship.
Stay at
Ekaa Villa
See
- The Red Fort, Yamuna River, Itmad-ud-Daula, Kacchpura Village, Mughal heritage walk
Watch the sunrise light play on the Taj Mahal, then you’re heading south by car to Jaipur. You’ll stop to visit the largest stepwell in India at Abhaneri, before arriving with time to enjoy your hotel’s highly celebrated Indian cuisine.
Stay at
47 Jobner Bagh
See
- Taj Mahal, Abhaneri Stepwell
Intricate carvings, astronomical readings and multitudes of ornate windows frame your time in this iconic pink city; pre-empting the mirrors and minarets at the Amber Fort and an evening dining under the stars in the company of rescued elephants
Stay at
47 Jobner Bagh
See
- City Palace, Jantar Mantar Observatory, Hawa Mahal, Amber Fort, Dera Amer Farm
You’ll drive deep into the Aravalli Hills today, the oldest mountain range on Earth, for some wilderness down time. Sublime tranquillity, indigenous design, carved rock pools, starlit meals and dusk wildlife walks with a naturalist guide all await.
Stay at
Brij Lakshman Sagar
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- Rural village tour
Waking to the sound of peacocks and monkeys, a lakeside breakfast precedes a jeep ride to Raipur village for the chance to experience the gentle rhythm of this remote community. Take the afternoon to relax, maybe with a treatment at the hotel’s spa.
Stay at
Brij Lakshman Sagar
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- Rural village tour
Today you’re heading for the ‘blue city’ of Jodhpur a three-and-a-half-hour drive away. On your arrival, you’ll check in to your boutique hotel and have the afternoon to relax or wander at your own leisure.
Stay at
Daspan House
A day spent exploring forts and façades while walking among the sea of blue buildings with your guide. Lose yourself to the labyrinthine streets, the scent of spices in the air, the sound of tinkling bangles and the vibrancy of the silk stalls.
Stay at
Daspan House
See
- Mehrangarh Fort, Jaswant Thada, Jodhpur ‘blue city walk’
Set in the leopard hills of Pali, your luxury lodge in Jawai will envelop you in the sights and sounds of the wilderness. You’ll begin with a birdwatching walk, spotting the migratory visitors and resident species, including eagles, cranes, herons and kingfishers.
Stay at
Bera Safari Lodge
See
- Evening bird walk
Two safari drives today exploring the rock-strewn, sparsely wooded landscape of Jawai by jeep. Expert naturalists will help you to track wildlife from the leopard, which has a dense and healthy population in this area, to the Indian wolf, Mugger crocodile and Nilgai antelope.
Stay at
Bera Safari Lodge
See
- Morning and afternoon Jeep safari drives
Walking the ancient Jain settlement of Delwara offers a unique glimpse into the deeply traditional and spiritual way of life here. From the mystical serenity of the temples to the lush forests and sky-skimming hills, the entire experience is profoundly calming.
Stay at
RAAS Devigarh
See
Delwara village walk
Today, your guide will introduce you to lakeside palaces, towering spires, and intricate mythological carvings. You could stock up with souvenirs from the bustling markets, brimming with Rajasthani handiworks, or stroll through verdant gardens to soak up the final watery views
Stay at
RAAS Devigarh
See
City Palace, Jagdish Temple, Bada Bazaar, Shahelion Ki Bari
Today you’ll be driven to the airport at Udaipur to fly to Delhi and connect with your onward flight home. Time to revel in the memories and plan your next trip.
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