Rajasthan Forts and Palaces 18 Days Tour

You will be received by our chauffer from airport/railway station and drop to pre-booked hotel. Stay overnight at hotel.

Post breakfast, you will visit top attractions of New Delhi. The tour includes visit to interesting places in Old Delhi in the first half with Red Fort, Jama Masjid one of Asia’s largest mosque, enjoy the cycle rickshaw ride in Chandni Chowk the main street in old Delhi and a lively shopping bazaar and later visit to Rajghat, memorial site of father of the nation Mahatma Gandhi.

Afternoon tour of New Delhi to include, the mid- 16th century Humayun’s Tomb, the 12th century medieval tower Qutub Minar and drive past India Gate a 42m high stone memorial arch, Parliament House and President’s residence in New Delhi. Enjoy light and sound show at Red fort in the evening. Stay overnight and take rest for long journey ahead.

Post breakfast drive to the village of Samode (near Jaipur in the state of Rajasthan) for two nights at the beautiful Samode Palace. The Palace has been transformed into one the country’s premier palace hotels. Traditional welcome on arrival. Rest of the day free to explore this quaint village. Overnight stay in Samode.

Explore the village life of Samode with camel ride. Afterwards visit Samode bagh that is very beautiful and equipped with greenaries and flowering meadows. It is a walled garden that once served as the recreation grounds for Samode Palace.

Overnight stay in Samode.

After breakfast depart for Mandawa located in a very special region of Rajasthan known as the Shekhawati. Mandawa is world famous for its heritage Havelis (mansions) and colorful fresco art. The place is centre of attraction for its open art gallery. The Havelis, painted predominantly in blue, maroon, yellow, green and indigo have beautiful wall paintings that adorn their walls.

The best place to discover the legacy of Shekhawati is from the comfort of Castle Mandawa, a fortress, now converted into a luxurious heritage hotel. Post lunch, you may go for Havelis tour of mandawa. Some of the best known Havelis of Mandawa are Chowkhani Haveli, Goenka Haveli, Saraf Haveli and Ladia Haveli etc. Overnight stay at Mandawa.

Post breakfast drive to Gajner Palace, a former hunting lodge besides a lake, built by Maharaja Ganga Singh of Bikaner, en-route take a halt in Bikaner for lunch. Sightseeing in Bikaner includes visit to Junagarh Fort built on the desert plains. By late afternoon continue to drive for Gajner. After arrival check in hotel and stay overnight at Gajner.

Post breakfast explore the surroundings of the Gajner Palace and enjoy the nature with watching birds flying and animal life along the lake. Afternoon relax & enjoy the luxury of the Palace Hotel. Enjoy dinner and folk music at Gajner palace. Overnight stay in Gajner.

8th day of journey is from Gajner to Jaisalmer which is quite long but it will be your first desert trip. Enroute visit the Pokhran Fort. After arrival at Jaisalmer, check-in hotel and stay overnight in Jaisalmer.

The town stands on a ridge of yellowish sandstone, crowned by a fort, which contains the palace and several ornate Jain temples. These fortresses of Jaisalmer also known as Havelis of Jaisalmer are like a mirage in the barren Thar Desert. On either side of the narrow lanes of Jaisalmer are the sandstone havelis, made up with stone carvings, screen windows, delicate pavilions and balconies. After breakfast you will go for full day guided sightseeing tour of Jaisalmer city that includes the splendid Jaisalmer Fort- one of the largest forts in world, Jain temples (12-15th centuries), Gadisar lake, Havelis (mansions). Enjoy sunset and Camel safari at sand dunes. Overnight stay at Jaisalmer.

Depart from Jaisalmer for Rohet. En route visit Jodhpur city main attractions like Mehrangarh Fort, Jaswant Thada a graceful marble cenotaph & Umaid Bhawan Palace (Now a grand heritage hotel). Arrive by late evening to Rohet. Overnight in Rohet Garh.

Post breakfast explore the beautiful village of Rohet, situated 40 kilometres away from Jodhpur. The village of Rohet is also known as the ‘Evergreen Oasis in the Desert’. The Rohetgarh Fort in this village used to be the ancestral home of Thakur Dalpat Singh I. Overnight stay in Rohet.

Post breakfast head towards south through scenic view of state towards Udaipur, enroute visiting the stunning Jain Temple at Ranakpur, with its 1444 marble pillars, on the way. Upon arrival check in at the Lake Palace for a stay of two nights.

Post breakfast get ready for overwhelming guided city tour of Udaipur, also known as City of lakes. Udaipur nestles like a gem in a valley surrounded by green Aravalli hills. Make a tour of City Palace, the largest in Rajasthan, Jagdish Temple and Saheliyon ki Bari or the Gardens of the Maids of Honour. In the evening enjoy a relaxing boat ride during the sun set hours on Lake Pichola. Overnight stay in Udaipur.

Deogarh is situated on the boundaries of Marwar, merwara and mewar about 2 hours drive from Udaipur. This village is famous for colorful way of life and festival celebration. Visit Deogarh mahal that is a very old 17th century mahal. Next visit Dahavatar temple dedicated to lord Vishnu which is famous for unique appearance. Visit Deogarh museum that boasts rich collection of sculptures. Overnight stay in Deogarh.

On 15th day of journey we will head back towards north and drive to Jaipur that will be approx 5 hours journey. After arrival check in hotel and rest. Evening is as per you leisure activities. Stay overnight in Jaipur.

After breakfast, go for tour of Pink city Jaipur, visit the Amber Fort, built in 16th century, and enjoy an elephant ride at Amber. Drive past the Hawa Mahal (Palace of Winds) originally built to enable ladies of the royal household to watch everyday life and processions of the city. In the afternoon you will visit the beautiful City Palace, a fine blend of Rajasthani and Mughal architecture and the museum, walk to adjacent Jantar Mantar an astronomical observatory. Rest of the evening is at leisure. Stay overnight at hotel in Jaipur.

Post breakfast, drive to Mughal city Agra, enroute stop at Fatehpur Sikri (World Heritage site) 37 Km south west of Agra, red sand stone city built by Mughal Emperor Akbar in 1569 in dedication to sufi saint Chisti. Continue drive towards Agra and on arrival check- in at your hotel. Rest of the day is at leisure. Stay overnight at hotel in Agra.

After breakfast, make a guided city tour of Mughal city Agra, visit the grand Agra Fort built by Great Emperor Akbar, and the famous & magnificent Taj Mahal (1653 AD)-the symbol of eternal love, built by Emperor Shahjahan in memory of his beloved wife Mumtaz Mahal. Post Lunch continue for Delhi. Arrive Delhi and transfer to international airport to connect flight back to home/ onward destination with memorable collection of trip.