ARRIVAL IN DELHI

Arrive at Delhi International Airport, where our team will meet you and transfer you to your hotel. Air travel is the most convenient way to begin your Rajasthan Mumbai tour, ensuring a smooth and comfortable start. Delhi, India’s capital, is a lively city layered with history, blending ancient monuments, lush gardens and modern life. For centuries it has attracted emperors, traders and travellers. The rest of the day is kept free to recover from your flight and adjust to the pace of India’s capital. You may wish to take a gentle walk near the hotel or simply rest and enjoy the facilities. This first day is designed to settle in comfortably before exploring India’s most iconic cities.

New Delhi

Explore Delhi with a local guide, beginning in Old Delhi. Visit Jama Masjid, India’s largest mosque, then take a rickshaw ride through the lively lanes of Chandni Chowk. View the Red Fort from outside and continue to Raj Ghat, the cremation memorial of Mahatma Gandhi. This half day tour provides an in-depth city tour experience across historic and contemporary Delhi. In the afternoon, move into New Delhi to visit Humayun’s Tomb, a beautiful Mughal monument, and stroll through the landscaped gardens of Sunder Nursery. End with a drive past India Gate, the Parliament buildings and the Presidential Palace, showcasing the city’s colonial grandeur and civic landmarks.

Meals Included: Breakfast

New Delhi

Agra

Travel to Agra on the Gatimaan Express, a comfortable and efficient rail journey. On arrival, visit Agra Fort, a UNESCO-listed complex of red sandstone walls, royal halls and courtyards, with views towards the Taj Mahal. Learn how the Taj Mahal was commissioned by Emperor Shah Jahan as a mausoleum for Mumtaz Mahal, symbolising eternal love and reflecting the height of Mughal architecture. After checking in to your hotel, you may choose to visit Mehtab Bagh across the Yamuna River for a peaceful sunset viewpoint. From this garden, the Taj Mahal appears beautifully framed and softly lit, offering a quiet, memorable preview before your closer visit. Overnight in Agra.

Meals Included: Breakfast

Agra

Begin your day with a sunrise visit to the Taj Mahal, when its white marble glows in the soft morning light. Learn the story of its creation from your guide. After breakfast, drive towards Jaipur. On the way, stop at Fatehpur Sikri, a UNESCO World Heritage site built by Emperor Akbar as his capital. It contains well-preserved Mughal buildings, showcasing the grandeur of the Mughal era. Explore its palaces and courtyards before continuing the journey. Once in Jaipur, check into your hotel. In the evening, you may watch a film at the Raj Mandir Cinema or attend a prayer ceremony at the peaceful Birla Temple.

Meals Included: Breakfast

Jaipur

Explore Jaipur, the “Pink City”, with a guided programme of forts, palaces and UNESCO heritage. Visit Amer Fort, perched above Maota Lake, renowned for mirrored halls and elegant courtyards that once served Jaipur’s rulers. Stop for photos at Hawa Mahal, the iconic façade of small windows designed for royal women. In the afternoon, tour the City Palace museum for royal treasures, visit the Albert Hall Museum, Jaipur’s key cultural and historical site, and explore Jantar Mantar, a UNESCO World Heritage site with monumental astronomical instruments. Time permitting, enjoy a tuk-tuk ride through the old city or visit a workshop to see Jaipur’s famous blue pottery.

Meals Included: Breakfast

Jaipur

PUSHKAR

Travel to Pushkar, a sacred pilgrimage site and relaxed holy town surrounded by hills. Visit the Brahma Temple, one of the only temples in the world dedicated to Lord Brahma, then explore Lake Pushkar, a semi-circular sacred lake where pilgrims bathe in holy waters. Walk along colourful ghats lined with temples that reflect the town’s ancient spiritual significance. The day offers time for an immersive experience: browse bustling markets filled with rose-scented goods, jewellery and textiles, and absorb Pushkar’s calm rhythm and devotional atmosphere. With its blend of sacred sites, local life and scenic surroundings, Pushkar provides a refreshing contrast to Rajasthan’s grand fort cities. Overnight in Pushkar.

Meals Included: Breakfast

KHIMSAR

Leave Pushkar and drive to Khimsar. Along the way, visit Nagaur Fort, an impressive ancient fortress known for its history and grand design. If you’re lucky, you might see a local fair with cattle, camels, and folk music. Continue your journey to Khimsar, a peaceful desert village. Once there, settle into your royal residence at the fort hotel and enjoy a relaxing afternoon. For adventure, you can take an optional jeep safari through nearby sand dunes to witness the dramatic desert scenery and wildlife.

Meals Included: Breakfast

DECHU

Start your day with a walk around Khimsar Fort, built in the 16th century as a military base and later transformed into a royal home. Admire its carved balconies and elegant courtyards. After the visit, continue to Dechu, located in the heart of Rajasthan's desert. Check into your desert camp or hotel. In the evening, enjoy a thrilling 4x4 desert safari across the sand dunes. Look out for wildlife, soak in the golden sunset, and experience the silence of the Thar Desert.

Meals Included: Breakfast

Jodhpur

Travel to Jodhpur, famously known as the Blue City and one of Rajasthan's ancient cities. Once the capital of the Marwar kingdom, Jodhpur is filled with history and charm. The city is named after its bright blue houses, which were once painted to show the homes of Brahmins and now help keep the interiors cool. After you arrive, check in to your hotel and enjoy some time to relax. You may wish to explore nearby areas or simply take in the city's energy as you view the fort rising above the city.

Meals Included: Breakfast

Jodhpur

Jodhpur

Begin with a guided tour of Mehrangarh Fort, one of India’s most majestic forts, rising high above Jodhpur. Explore grand rooms, museums and galleries displaying royal artefacts, then take in wide views across the “Blue City” from the ramparts. Continue to Jaswant Thada, a refined white marble memorial beside a peaceful lake. In the afternoon, wander the old city’s narrow lanes and lively bazaars, stopping at Sadar Market for crafts, spices and colourful textiles. Nearby, explore the vibrant spice market for distinctive aromas and local flavours. Optional experiences include a tuk-tuk ride through the bustling streets and a stop to sample authentic Rajasthani cuisine.

Meals Included: Breakfast

Udaipur

Leave Jodhpur and travel to Udaipur, the romantic city of lakes. On the way, stop at the Jain temple complex in Ranakpur, hidden in the green Aravalli hills. This 15th-century Jain temple complex is famous for its beautiful carvings and 1,444 uniquely shaped pillars, and is considered a major pilgrimage destination and an important part of Indian heritage. Udaipur, known as the 'City of Lakes,' features numerous palaces along Lake Pichola, adding to its charm. Please note: the temple opens at 11:00 AM and has rules about clothing and items allowed inside. Continue your journey to Udaipur and arrive in the evening. Take a peaceful boat ride on Lake Pichola to see palaces, ghats, and the lovely Jag Mandir Island.

Meals Included: Breakfast

Udaipur

Start your day at the City Palace, Rajasthan's largest palace and one of Udaipur's grand palaces, which showcases a wealth of historical treasures and was the former residence of the royal family. Walk through its elegant courtyards and royal halls filled with history and art. Enter through Tripolia Gate and see Suraj Gokhada, a special balcony for royal announcements. Next, visit the Jagdish Temple, dedicated to Lord Vishnu, known for its carved pillars and statues. Drive past Fateh Sagar Lake, then explore Sahelion-ki-Bari, a royal garden with fountains and marble pavilions made for the queen’s attendants. The city’s mix of water, architecture, and tradition makes it truly enchanting.

Meals Included: Breakfast

Udaipur

Mumbai

After breakfast, fly to Mumbai, India, the final destination of your Rajasthan Mumbai tour and the country’s largest city and financial capital. On arrival, meet our representative and transfer to your hotel. Mumbai, historically a key port on the Arabian Sea spice route, is energetic and full of contrasts, blending modern life with colonial architecture, busy local markets and a long seafront. If you wish, visit Crawford Market, a bustling local market that offers a vivid introduction to Mumbai’s street life and daily culture. The remainder of the day is free to enjoy the coastal breeze, relax after the flight, or explore near your hotel. Overnight in Mumbai.

Meals Included: Breakfast

Mumbai

Early risers may join an optional dawn walking tour to watch Mumbai’s morning life unfold, including fishermen bringing in the day’s catch at the docks. A visit to Crawford Market at this time offers a lively reminder of the city’s trading spirit and local culture. Later, explore Mumbai’s highlights with your guide: visit the Prince of Wales Museum (closed Mondays) for art and artefacts, then Mani Bhawan, where Mahatma Gandhi lived and worked. Stop at the Gateway of India facing the Arabian Sea, then drive along Marine Drive, the “Queen’s Necklace”. End at Chowpatty Beach, popular for sea views and snacks.

Meals Included: Breakfast

DEPARTURE FROM MUMBAI

At the appropriate time, transfer to Mumbai Airport for your onward flight; air travel provides a convenient conclusion to your Rajasthan Mumbai tour. Depending on departure schedules, there may be time for a final coffee or short walk near your hotel before check-out. Your journey ends with memorable contrasts: Delhi’s layered history, Mughal monuments in Agra, Rajasthan’s royal forts and palaces, sacred lakes and desert landscapes, and Mumbai’s coastal charm and colonial-era landmarks. We will assist with airport procedures and timing to ensure a smooth departure. Meals are as per your final programme and flight schedule.

Meals Included: Breakfast