Itinerary
- Day 1
Delhi
You'll arrive at Delhi Airport and head to your hotel to settle in. After that, you'll start exploring some of Delhi's main attractions. The Red Fort and Raj Ghat (Gandhi's memorial) are on your list, along with Gurudwara Bangla Sahib temple. You'll also drive past India Gate and take in the colonial-era avenues that give the city its character.
Included Activities
- Visit Red Fort (from outside)
- Visit Raj Ghat - Gandhi's memorial
- Visit Gurudwara Bangla Sahib - Sikh temple
- Drive past India Gate and Lutyens' colonial avenues
Landmarks/POIs Red Fort Raj Ghat Gurudwara Bangla Sahib India Gate - Day 2
Delhi to Mandawa
Following breakfast, you'll check out Qutub Minar and the Lotus Temple, which has that distinctive flower-like design. From there, you'll drive to Mandawa in the Shekhawati region, known for its ornately decorated havelis and artistic vibe. It's about a 4-hour drive, so you'll arrive with time to explore a bit before evening.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Qutub Minar
- Visit Lotus Temple
- Drive to Mandawa, Shekhawati region
Landmarks/POIs Qutub Minar Lotus Temple - Day 3
Mandawa to Bikaner
Your morning is spent walking through Mandawa's charming havelis and colorful streets. Then you'll head to Bikaner, a desert city with impressive forts and well-known spicy snacks. The drive takes a few hours, so you'll arrive in the afternoon with the rest of the day to get oriented.
Included Activities
- Explore Mandawa's havelis and colorful alleyways
- Drive to Bikaner
- Day 4
Bikaner to Jaisalmer
You'll start with Junagarh Fort and the Camel Breeding Centre in Bikaner. On the way to Jaisalmer, there's a stop at Karni Mata Temple (Rat Temple) in Deshnok, which is unusual and worth seeing. You'll reach the Golden City in the evening and check into a heritage hotel.
Included Activities
- Visit Junagarh Fort
- Visit Camel Breeding Centre
- Stop at Karni Mata Temple (Rat Temple) in Deshnok
- Check-in at heritage hotel in Jaisalmer
Landmarks/POIs Junagarh Fort Karni Mata Temple - Day 5
Jaisalmer
You can choose between a sunrise camel ride or jeep tour through the Thar Desert to start your day. Afterward, you'll explore Jaisalmer Fort, one of the few living forts left. In the afternoon, you'll drive to Jodhpur, and by evening you'll walk through the spice markets near the Clock Tower.
Included Activities
- Sunrise camel or jeep ride in Thar Desert
- Explore Jaisalmer Fort
- Drive to Jodhpur
- Explore spice markets near Clock Tower
Landmarks/POIs Jaisalmer Fort Thar Desert - Day 6
Jodhpur
This day covers Mehrangarh Fort, perched high on a hill, and the white marble Jaswant Thada memorial. You'll also visit Umaid Bhawan Palace, which is part royal residence and part museum. Your evening is free for shopping or you can optionally head to Mandore Gardens if you'd like.
Included Activities
- Visit Mehrangarh Fort
- Visit Jaswant Thada
- Explore Umaid Bhawan Palace
Optional Activities
- Visit Mandore Gardens
Landmarks/POIs Mehrangarh Fort Jaswant Thada Umaid Bhawan Palace Mandore Gardens - Day 7
Jodhpur to Udaipur
You'll leave Jodhpur and travel through the Aravalli hills toward Udaipur. Along the way, you'll stop at Kumbhalgarh Fort, which has the world's second-longest wall. There's also a visit to Ranakpur Jain Temples with their 1,444 carved pillars. You'll arrive in Udaipur by evening.
Included Activities
- Visit Kumbhalgarh Fort
- Visit Ranakpur Jain Temples
- Drive through Aravalli hills to Udaipur
Landmarks/POIs Kumbhalgarh Fort Ranakpur Jain Temples - Day 8
Udaipur
After breakfast, you'll take a boat ride on Lake Pichola and visit Jag Mandir Island. Then you'll explore the City Palace and its museums. In the evening, there's a cultural folk show at Bagore Ki Haveli that's worth catching.
Included Activities
- Boat ride on Lake Pichola
- Visit Jag Mandir Island
- Explore City Palace and museums
- Cultural folk show at Bagore Ki Haveli
Landmarks/POIs Lake Pichola Jag Mandir Island City Palace Bagore Ki Haveli - Day 9
Udaipur to Pushkar
You'll start with Jagdish Temple and Saheliyon ki Bari (Garden of Maidens) in Udaipur. Later you'll drive to Pushkar, a peaceful town built around a sacred lake. There you can see the Brahma Temple, one of the few in the world, and walk through the colorful markets.
Included Activities
- Visit Jagdish Temple
- Visit Saheliyon ki Bari (Garden of Maidens)
- Drive to Pushkar
- Explore Brahma Temple
- Explore colorful markets
Landmarks/POIs Jagdish Temple Saheliyon ki Bari Brahma Temple - Day 10
Pushkar to Jaipur
This morning you'll take a spiritual walk along Pushkar's ghats. Then you'll head to Jaipur, which takes about 3 hours. By evening, you'll see the beautifully lit Amber Fort and drive past Albert Hall Museum.
Included Activities
- Spiritual walk along Pushkar's ghats
- View illuminated Amber Fort
- Drive past Albert Hall Museum
Landmarks/POIs Amber Fort Albert Hall Museum - Day 11
Jaipur
You'll visit Hawa Mahal (Palace of Winds), Jantar Mantar Observatory, and then explore Amber Fort. There's also a devotional session at Govind Dev Ji Temple on the schedule for this day.
Included Activities
- Visit Hawa Mahal (Palace of Winds)
- Visit Jantar Mantar Observatory
- Visit Amber Fort
- Attend devotional session at Govind Dev Ji Temple
Landmarks/POIs Hawa Mahal Jantar Mantar Amber Fort Govind Dev Ji Temple - Day 12
Jaipur to Ranthambore
You'll drive to Ranthambore National Park, famous for its Bengal tigers. Check-in happens at your jungle lodge, and in the evening you'll head out on a safari adventure to look for wildlife.
Included Activities
- Drive to Ranthambore National Park
- Check-in at jungle lodge
- Evening safari adventure
Landmarks/POIs Ranthambore National Park - Day 13
Ranthambore to Agra
Your early morning is reserved for a jungle safari at Ranthambore. After breakfast back at the lodge, you'll drive to Agra. On the way, there's a stop at Fatehpur Sikri, which was once the capital of Emperor Akbar.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Early morning jungle safari
- Visit Fatehpur Sikri
- Drive to Agra
Landmarks/POIs Fatehpur Sikri - Day 14
Agra to Delhi
You'll see the Taj Mahal at sunrise, which is the main event of this day. Afterward, you'll drive back to Delhi with an optional stop at Akshardham Temple if time allows.
Included Activities
- Visit Taj Mahal at sunrise
- Drive to Delhi
Optional Activities
- Visit Akshardham Temple (if time permits)
Landmarks/POIs Taj Mahal Akshardham Temple - Day 15
Delhi
After breakfast at your hotel, you'll transfer to Delhi International Airport for your onward journey home.
- Meals
- Breakfast
