Royal Rajasthan & Mumbai Explorer

ARRIVAL IN DELHI

Arrive at Delhi International Airport where our team will welcome you and take you to your hotel. Delhi is a lively city filled with history, blending ancient monuments with modern life. For centuries, it has attracted emperors, traders, and travellers. Spend the day relaxing and getting used to the pace of India’s capital. You might stroll around the hotel area or simply rest after your flight. This first day gives you time to settle in before your journey through India’s most iconic cities begins.

New Delhi

Explore Delhi with a local guide, starting in Old Delhi. Visit Jama Masjid, one of India’s largest mosques, and ride a rickshaw through the busy lanes of Chandni Chowk. See the Red Fort from outside and visit Raj Ghat, where Mahatma Gandhi was cremated. In the afternoon, head to New Delhi. Discover Humayun’s Tomb, a beautiful Mughal monument, and stroll through Sunder Nursery. End your day with a drive past India Gate, the Parliament buildings, and the Presidential Palace, all showing Delhi’s colonial charm and grandeur.

Meals Included: Breakfast

New Delhi

Agra

Take the Gatimaan Express to Agra, known for its Mughal-era architecture. On arrival, visit Agra Fort, a grand UNESCO-listed site with red sandstone walls, royal halls, and views of the Taj Mahal. After checking into your hotel, you can choose to visit Mehtab Bagh. This peaceful garden across the Yamuna River gives a stunning sunset view of the Taj Mahal. It’s the perfect spot to admire its beauty from a quiet distance before visiting it up close the next day.

Meals Included: Breakfast

Agra

Wake early to see the Taj Mahal at sunrise, 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 once-grand Mughal city that was abandoned soon after its construction. 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

Visit Amer Fort, perched on a hill and known for its mirrored halls and scenic courtyards. It once served as the capital for Jaipur’s rulers. On your way back, stop for photos at Hawa Mahal, a pink palace with small windows built for royal women. In the afternoon, tour the City Palace, a museum filled with royal treasures, and visit Jantar Mantar, an 18th-century observatory with giant instruments. You can also enjoy a tuk-tuk ride through the old city or stop by a local workshop to see Jaipur’s famous blue pottery being made.

Meals Included: Breakfast

Jaipur

PUSHKAR

Travel to Pushkar, a quiet holy town surrounded by hills and steeped in spiritual tradition. Visit the Brahma Temple, one of the only temples in the world dedicated to the god Brahma. Explore the sacred Pushkar Lake, where pilgrims bathe in its holy waters. The lake is lined with many temples and colourful ghats. Wander through Pushkar’s bustling markets filled with rose-scented goods, jewellery, and textiles. The town’s relaxed vibe and spiritual energy make it a refreshing stop.

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 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. 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 view of the fort rising above the city.

Meals Included: Breakfast

Jodhpur

Jodhpur

Visit Mehrangarh Fort, one of India’s most majestic forts, towering above Jodhpur. Inside, explore its grand rooms, museums, and galleries full of royal artefacts. Enjoy stunning views of the city from its ramparts. Later, visit Jaswant Thada, a beautiful white marble memorial beside a peaceful lake. In the afternoon, wander through the old city’s narrow lanes and lively bazaars. Stop at Sadar Market for local crafts, spices, and colourful textiles. Try a tuk-tuk ride through the bustling streets to feel the city’s energy up close.

Meals Included: Breakfast

Udaipur

Leave Jodhpur and travel to Udaipur, the romantic city of lakes. On the way, stop at the Jain temples in Ranakpur, hidden in the green Aravalli hills. These 15th-century temples are famous for their beautiful carvings and 1,444 uniquely shaped pillars. 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, a grand complex overlooking Lake Pichola. 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’s largest city and its financial capital. Upon arrival, our representative will greet you and take you to your hotel. Mumbai is a fast-moving city full of contrasts. It mixes modern life with colonial buildings, busy markets, and a long seafront. Known for Bollywood and its vibrant nightlife, it’s also home to historic temples and cultural sites. Spend the rest of the day at your own pace, enjoying the coastal breeze or exploring the area around your hotel.

Meals Included: Breakfast

Mumbai

Today, discover Mumbai’s highlights. Visit the Prince of Wales Museum (closed Mondays), with its fine collection of art and artefacts. Then head to Mani Bhawan, where Mahatma Gandhi lived and worked, now a peaceful museum. Stop by the Gateway of India, built in 1911, facing the Arabian Sea. Drive along Marine Drive, the city’s curving seaside road known as the Queen’s Necklace. End the day at Chowpatty Beach, a lively place where locals gather for snacks, sea views, and fun.

Meals Included: Breakfast

DEPARTURE FROM MUMBAI

At the right time, transfer to Mumbai Airport for your onward flight. Your journey through India comes to an end with a suitcase full of memories—from royal palaces and desert adventures to holy lakes and bustling cities.

Meals Included: Breakfast