Royal Rajasthan

Rajasthan, royally done.

Pink, blue and golden cities, palaces on lakes and a night under desert stars.

  • Duration7N / 8D
  • Starts fromJaipur
  • Best timeOct–Mar
  • Ideal forFamilies & couples
Overview

Forts, lakes & golden sand.

Rajasthan is India’s land of kings. Jaipur has Amber Fort and the Hawa Mahal, while Udaipur’s palaces rise from the still water of Lake Pichola.

Further west, Jodhpur’s blue houses gather below Mehrangarh Fort, and Jaisalmer’s golden fort looks out over the Thar Desert.

Highlights

Moments you’ll remember.

Palaces, bazaars and the desert.

  • Amber Fort

    A hilltop fort of courtyards and mirror halls near Jaipur.

  • Hawa Mahal

    Jaipur’s pink ‘Palace of Winds’ with 953 small windows.

  • Lake Pichola

    A sunset boat ride past Udaipur’s City Palace.

  • Mehrangarh Fort

    Jodhpur’s mighty fort above the blue city.

  • Sam sand dunes

    Camel rides, folk music and a desert camp night.

  • Ranakpur Temple

    A marble Jain temple with 1,444 carved pillars.

Sample itinerary · 7 nights / 8 days

Eight days of royal Rajasthan.

A classic circuit by car. We can add Pushkar, Chittorgarh or Ranthambore.

Customise this plan
  1. Day 01Arrive in Jaipur

    Check in and visit a local bazaar in the evening.

    Johari Bazaar

  2. Day 02Jaipur sightseeing

    Amber Fort, Hawa Mahal, City Palace and Jantar Mantar.

    Amber FortHawa Mahal

  3. Day 03Jaipur to Udaipur

    A day’s drive south, with an optional stop at Chittorgarh Fort.

    Road trip

  4. Day 04Udaipur

    City Palace, Saheliyon ki Bari and a sunset boat ride on Lake Pichola.

    City PalaceLake Pichola

  5. Day 05Udaipur to Jodhpur

    Drive via the marble Jain temple at Ranakpur.

    Ranakpur

  6. Day 06Jodhpur to Jaisalmer

    Morning at Mehrangarh Fort, then drive into the desert.

    MehrangarhThar Desert

  7. Day 07Jaisalmer

    The golden fort and Patwon ki Haveli, then sunset at the Sam dunes and a camp night.

    Jaisalmer FortDesert camp

  8. Day 08Departure

    Transfer to Jaisalmer or Jodhpur for your onward journey.

    Departure

Good to know

Before you go.

A few practical notes to help you plan.

Best season

October to March is pleasant. April to June is very hot.

Festivals

Diwali and the Pushkar fair (November) are colourful but busy. Book early.

What to wear

Light cotton by day and a warm layer for desert nights in winter.

Long drives

Distances are big. We plan stops so drives stay comfortable.

Temples

Cover shoulders and knees, and remove shoes where asked.

Shopping

Bargaining is normal in bazaars. Carry some cash.

FAQs

Questions about Rajasthan.

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Can I do a shorter Rajasthan trip?

Yes. Jaipur and Udaipur fit well in 4–5 days, or we can plan the Golden Triangle with Delhi and Agra.

Is the desert camp comfortable?

Yes. We book camps with attached bathrooms and proper beds, with dinner and a cultural evening.

Can we travel by train?

Yes. Many legs can be done by train, and we can book them for you.

Is Rajasthan good for families?

Yes. Forts, camel rides and palace hotels are popular with children and grandparents alike.

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