Rajasthan & Ganges Trails

This morning, after breakfast at the hotel, check out and drive to Mandawa. Upon arrival, check in to your pre-booked hotel for an overnight stay. After refreshing yourself, proceed for a guided tour of Mandawa, visiting its various havelis and palaces.

Overnight at Hotel.

This morning, after breakfast at the hotel, check out and drive to Bikaner, known as the “Camel Country.” Upon arrival, check in to your pre-booked hotel for an overnight stay. After refreshing yourself, proceed for a half-day guided tour of Bikaner. Visit Lalgarh Palace, Junagarh Fort (also known as Bikaner Fort), and Bhandasar Jain Temple. You will also visit the National Research Centre on Camel (Camel Breeding Farm), a unique experience where you can enjoy a camel ride and taste camel’s milk. The rest of the day is free for leisure activities at your own pace.

Overnight at Hotel.

This morning, after breakfast at the hotel, check out and drive to Jaisalmer, known as the “Golden City of India.” Upon arrival, check in to your pre-booked desert camp for an overnight stay. After refreshing yourself, enjoy a camel ride at the sand dunes. In the evening, savor a traditional dinner accompanied by cultural activities and traditional Rajasthani dance performances.

Overnight at Camp.

This morning, after breakfast at the camp, check out and proceed to Jaisalmer city. Upon arrival, check in to your pre-booked hotel for an overnight stay. After refreshing yourself, proceed for a full-day guided tour of Jaisalmer. Visit Jaisalmer Fort, Salim Singh Ki Haveli, Patwon Ki Haveli, Thar Heritage Museum, Gadisar Lake, the Silk Route Art Gallery, and various temples. The rest of the day is free for leisure activities at your own pace.

Overnight at Hotel.

This morning, after breakfast at the hotel, check out and drive to Jodhpur, known as the “Blue City.” Upon arrival, check in to your pre-booked hotel for an overnight stay. After refreshing yourself, proceed for a guided tour of Jodhpur. Visit the magnificent Mehrangarh Fort, Jaswant Thada, Umaid Bhawan Palace (now partly converted into a luxury hotel), Rao Jodha Desert Rock Park, and the Ghanta Ghar (Clock Tower). You will also visit local markets and take a walk through nearby village homes to experience local life. After finishing your guided tour of Jodhpur, the evening is free for shopping, or you may return to your hotel for an overnight stay.

Overnight at Hotel.

This morning, after breakfast at the hotel, check out and drive to Udaipur, known as the “City of Lakes.” En route, visit the famous Ranakpur Jain Temple, built in the 15th century and renowned for its magnificent marble architecture. After completing your temple visit at Ranakpur, continue your drive to Udaipur. Upon arrival, check in to your pre-booked hotel for an overnight stay. The rest of the day is free for leisure activities at your own pace.

Optional tour. Visit Eklingji Temple and Nagda Temples, located approximately 25 kms (one way) from Udaipur city.

Overnight at Hotel.

This morning, after breakfast at the hotel, proceed for a full-day guided tour of Udaipur. Visit the City Palace, Bagore Ki Haveli, Fateh Sagar Lake, Ambrai Ghat, Jagdish Temple, the Karni Mata Ropeway (Udaipur Ropeway), the Vintage and Classic Car Museum, and Saheliyon Ki Bari. After completing your tour of the forts and palaces, enjoy a boat ride on Lake Pichola. In the evening, experience the traditional Rajasthani folk dance and music performance, Dharohar Dance Show, at Bagore Ki Haveli.

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This morning, after breakfast at the hotel, check out and drive to Pushkar, known as the “Rose Garden of Rajasthan.” En route, visit Chittorgarh Fort, one of the largest forts in India and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The fort complex, spread over approximately 700 acres, includes Rana Kumbha Palace, Kumbha Shyam Temple, Vijay Stambha (Victory Tower), Meera Temple, Kirti Stambha (Tower of Fame), Padmini Palace, Government Museum, Chittorgarh, and the Palaces of Jaimal and Patta. After completing your sightseeing tour of Chittorgarh, continue your drive to Pushkar. Upon arrival, check in to your pre-booked hotel for an overnight stay. The rest of the day is free for leisure activities at your own pace.

Overnight at Hotel.

This morning, after breakfast at the hotel, proceed for a guided tour of Pushkar. Visit Pushkar Lake, Brahma Temple, Savitri Temple, Atmeshwar Mahadev Temple, Varaha Temple, Rama Vaikunth Temple, Rangji Temple, and Apteshwar Temple. After completing your guided tour of Pushkar, check out and drive to Jaipur, known as the “Pink City.” En route, visit Ajmer Sharif Dargah (the shrine of Khwaja Moinuddin Chishti) and Adhai Din Ka Jhonpra, a historic mosque. Later, continue your drive to Jaipur. Upon arrival, check in to your pre-booked hotel for an overnight stay. The rest of the day is free for leisure activities at your own pace.

Overnight at Hotel.

This morning, after breakfast at the hotel, proceed for a full-day guided tour of Jaipur. Visit Amber Fort, with an optional elephant ride or jeep ride. If time permits, you may also visit Nahargarh Fort and Jaigarh Fort. Continue the tour with visits to City Palace, Jantar Mantar, and drive past Jal Mahal and Hawa Mahal (Palace of Winds). End the tour with a visit to Birla Mandir. After completing your guided tour of Jaipur, the evening is free for shopping, or you may return to your hotel for an overnight stay.

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This morning, after breakfast at the hotel, check out and drive to Agra, the “City of Love.” En route, visit Fatehpur Sikri, the historic deserted city built by the Mughal Empire in 1571 using red sandstone. Explore its highlights, including the Tomb of Salim Chisti, Buland Darwaza, Diwan-e-Khas, and Panch Mahal. After completing the sightseeing tour of Fatehpur Sikri, continue your drive to Agra. Upon arrival, check in to your pre-booked hotel for an overnight stay. The rest of the day is free for leisure activities at your own pace.

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Early this morning, before breakfast, visit the world’s most iconic and beautiful monument, the Taj Mahal (closed on Fridays) to witness the sunrise. After completing your guided tour of the Taj Mahal, return to your hotel for breakfast. Later, proceed for a guided tour of Agra, visiting Agra Fort, including Moti Masjid, Octagonal Tower, Jahangir Palace, Diwan-i-Aam, and Diwan-i-Khas. You will also visit Itmad-ud-Daulah's Tomb and Mehtab Bagh to enjoy the sunset view of the Taj Mahal. After completing your guided tour of Agra, the evening is free for shopping, or you may return to your hotel for an overnight stay.

Overnight at Hotel.

This morning, after breakfast at the hotel, check out and transfer to Agra Railway Station to board the train to Jhansi. Upon arrival at Jhansi Railway Station, our representative will meet you and drive to Khajuraho. En route, visit Jhansi Fort, Government Museum, Jhansi, and Rani Mahal. Upon arrival in Khajuraho, check in to your pre-booked hotel for an overnight stay. The rest of the day is free for leisure activities at your own pace.

Overnight at Hotel.

This morning, after breakfast at the hotel, proceed for a full-day guided tour of Khajuraho. Visit the Western Group of Temples, Eastern Group of Temples, and the Jain Group of Temples. After completing your guided tour, in the evening, enjoy the Sound and Light Show at Western Group of Temples, which brings the history of Khajuraho to life.

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This morning, after breakfast at the hotel, check out and transfer to Khajuraho Airport to board your flight to Varanasi. Upon arrival at Varanasi Airport, our representative will meet you and transfer you to your pre-booked hotel for an overnight stay. After refreshing yourself, proceed for a guided tour of Sarnath, an important site for Buddhist pilgrims. Visit Dhamek Stupa, the Sarnath Archaeological Museum, Chaukhandi Stupa, and the Tibetan Buddhist Monastery, a peaceful and traditional monastery. After completing your guided tour of Sarnath, drive back to Varanasi. In the evening, experience the Ganga Aarti Ceremony performed at the ghats along the sacred river Ganges.

Overnight at Hotel.

Early this morning, enjoy a serene boat ride on the River Ganges. After the boat ride, return to your hotel for breakfast. Later, proceed for a guided tour of Varanasi. Visit the famous temples. Tulsi Manas Temple, Durga Temple, Shri Vishwanath Temple, and Sankat Mochan Temple. Also visit Bharat Mata Temple, Banaras Hindu University, and Birla Mandir. After completing your guided tour of Varanasi, transfer to Varanasi Airport to board your flight to New Delhi. Upon arrival at New Delhi Airport, our representative will meet you and transfer you to your pre-booked hotel for an overnight stay.

Overnight at Hotel.

This morning, after breakfast at the hotel, proceed for a full-day guided tour of New Delhi and Old Delhi. Visit Qutub Minar and drive past the Lotus Temple. Continue to visit Humayun’s Tomb and drive past Rashtrapati Bhavan and India Gate. After lunch at a local Delhi restaurant, continue your tour of Old Delhi. Visit Raj Ghat and drive past Red Fort. Also, enjoy a short rickshaw ride through the bustling Chandni Chowk Spice Market.

Overnight at Hotel.

This morning, after breakfast at the hotel, check out and transfer to New Delhi Airport to board your flight to your next destination or home.