Itinerary
- Day 1
Delhi Arrival
You'll land at Delhi International Airport Terminal 3 where a representative meets you for the hotel transfer. Once you've checked in and settled, the afternoon is yours to explore. Consider visiting Gurudwara Bangla Sahib Temple, Rashtrapati Bhawan, or Agrasen ki Baoli if you're not too tired from travel. Many people just rest at the hotel instead, which is completely fine after a long journey.
- Start point
- Indira Gandhi International Airport, New Delhi, New Delhi, Delhi, India (Pickup offered from airport, railway station, hotel or other desired pickup location in Delhi, Noida, or Gurugram. )
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Hotel pickup and drop-off from Delhi International Airport
- Rickshaw ride in Delhi
Optional Activities
- Visit Gurudwara Bangla Sahib Temple
- Visit Rashtrapati Bhawan
- Visit Agrasen ki Baoli
Landmarks/POIs Gurudwara Bangla Sahib Rashtrapati Bhawan Agrasen ki Baoli - Day 2
Delhi Sightseeing
After breakfast, you'll spend the full day sightseeing across Old and New Delhi. Start at Chandni Chowk market where you'll find the energy and chaos of the old city, then move to Jama Mosque and Red Fort. Later, head to India Gate and Qutub Minar in the newer areas. The afternoon takes you through Humayun's Tomb before finishing at Lotus Temple. By evening you're free to relax or do your own thing around the city.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Full day sightseeing in Old and New Delhi
- English speaking guide in Delhi
Optional Activities
- Visit Chandni Chowk market
- Visit Jama Mosque
- Visit Red Fort
- Visit India Gate
- Visit Qutub Minar
- Visit Humayun's Tomb
- Visit Lotus Temple
Landmarks/POIs Chandni Chowk Jama Mosque Red Fort India Gate Qutub Minar Humayun's Tomb Lotus Temple Raj Ghat - Day 3
Delhi to Agra
Check out after breakfast and drive to Agra on the express highway, which takes a few hours. Once you arrive and check in, you'll head straight to Agra Fort and then to Mehtab Bagh to watch the Taj Mahal at sunset, which is perfect for photography. Before settling in for the night, you'll also visit Baby Taj Mahal (Itmad-ud-Daulah), another beautiful monument from that era.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Hotel checkout and transfer to Agra
Optional Activities
- Visit Agra Fort
- Visit Mehtab Bagh with Taj Mahal at sunset
- Visit Baby Taj Mahal (Itmad-ud-Daulah)
Landmarks/POIs Agra Fort Mehtab Bagh Taj Mahal Baby Taj Mahal (Itmad-ud-Daulah) - Day 4
Agra to Jaipur
You'll wake early to see the Taj Mahal at sunrise, which gives you the best light for photos. After a quick breakfast, you check out and drive toward Jaipur. On the way, you'll stop at the historic ruins of Fatehpur Sikri and explore Abhaneri Step Wells, plus spend time in a nearby village. By evening you're in Jaipur at your hotel with the night free to wander around at your own pace.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Taj Mahal at sunrise
- Hotel checkout and transfer to Jaipur
- Village area experience at Abhaneri
Optional Activities
- Visit Fatehpur Sikri
- Visit Abhaneri Step Wells
Landmarks/POIs Taj Mahal Fatehpur Sikri Abhaneri Step Wells - Day 5
Jaipur Sightseeing
This day is packed with Jaipur's heritage sites. You'll start with Amber Fort, then see Panna Meena Ka Kund and the Water Palace. After that comes City Palace and Jantar Mantar, the ancient observatory. Later, visit Hawa Mahal and walk through the Pink City market. There's so much to photograph and see throughout the day, so wear comfortable shoes.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Full day sightseeing in Jaipur
- English speaking guide in Jaipur
Optional Activities
- Visit Amber Fort
- Visit Panna Meena Ka Kund
- Visit Water Palace
- Visit City Palace
- Visit Jantar Mantar (observatory)
- Visit Hawa Mahal
- Explore Pink City market
Landmarks/POIs Amber Fort Panna Meena Ka Kund Water Palace (Jal Mahal) City Palace Jantar Mantar Hawa Mahal - Day 6
Jaipur to Mandawa
Check out from Jaipur and drive to Mandawa, a charming village known for its traditional architecture. You'll spend time exploring the havelis (old mansions) with their Francisco-style painted walls and traditional artwork. As the light gets better in the evening, you can walk around the village area to capture photographs of the rustic charm and architectural details.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Hotel checkout and transfer to Mandawa
- Visit Francisco painted havelis
Optional Activities
- Photography in village area
Landmarks/POIs Francisco Painted Havelis - Day 7
Mandawa to Bikaner
After breakfast, you're headed to Bikaner. Once you arrive, you'll tour Junagarh Fort, which sits on the plains rather than on a hill like most other Rajasthani forts, making it architecturally unique. Next, you'll visit the camel breeding farm to learn about these desert animals and how they're cared for. The evening is yours to explore the city however you'd like.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Hotel checkout and transfer to Bikaner
- Visit Junagarh Fort
- Visit camel breeding farm
Landmarks/POIs Junagarh Fort - Day 8
Bikaner to Jaisalmer
Check out after breakfast and drive toward Jaisalmer, the golden city of the desert. By evening you'll arrive at a desert camp in Khuri, then go on a camel safari to experience the Thar Desert. Dinner is traditional fare served in the dunes, followed by cultural dance performances under the stars. It's one of those nights you'll remember long after the trip ends.
- Meals
- Dinner (Dinner with cultural dance program)
Included Activities
- Hotel checkout and transfer to Jaisalmer
- Camel safari in Khuri desert
- Dinner with cultural dance program
Landmarks/POIs Khuri Desert - Day 9
Jaisalmer City
After breakfast, you continue to Jaisalmer city and check into your hotel. Once you freshen up, spend the day exploring the golden fort and city. You'll visit Jaisalmer Fort (also called Sonar Killa), the intricately carved havelis like Patwon Ki Haveli and Salim Singh Ki Haveli, and Gadisar Lake which is peaceful and scenic. In the evening, there's a cultural music concert at the Jaisalmer Museum.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Full day sightseeing in Jaisalmer city
- English speaking guide in Jaisalmer
Optional Activities
- Visit Jaisalmer Fort (Sonar Killa)
- Visit Patwon Ki Haveli
- Visit Salim Singh Ki Haveli
- Visit Gadisar Lake
- Cultural music concert at Jaisalmer Museum
Landmarks/POIs Jaisalmer Fort (Sonar Killa) Patwon Ki Haveli Salim Singh Ki Haveli Gadisar Lake Jaisalmer Museum - Day 10
Jaisalmer to Jodhpur
Check out after breakfast and drive to Jodhpur, known as the blue city for its distinctive architecture. Upon arrival and checking in, freshen up and spend the evening walking around the historic Clock Tower area. You'll browse through bustling markets and see the unique blue-painted buildings that make this city so recognizable and photogenic.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Hotel checkout and transfer to Jodhpur
Optional Activities
- Walk at Clock Tower
Landmarks/POIs Clock Tower - Day 11
Jodhpur to Udaipur
After breakfast, you check out and start with Mehrangarh Fort and Jaswant Thada, then visit Umaid Palace, one of the biggest private palaces in North India. In the afternoon, you drive toward Udaipur with stops at the sacred Ranakpur Jain Temple and Om Bana Temple along the route. You'll arrive in Udaipur, check in, and finish the day with a Rajasthani music and culture show.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Mehrangarh Fort
- Visit Jaswant Thada
- Visit Umaid Palace
- Transfer to Udaipur with temple visits
- Rajasthani music and culture show
Optional Activities
- Visit Ranakpur Jain Temple
- Visit Om Bana Temple
Landmarks/POIs Mehrangarh Fort Jaswant Thada Umaid Palace Ranakpur Jain Temple Om Bana Temple - Day 12
Udaipur Sightseeing
Spend this full day exploring Udaipur's romantic atmosphere. Start at Jagdish Temple for blessings, then walk through City Palace and the beautiful Saheliyon Ki Bari gardens. In the evening, take a boat ride on Lake Pichola where you'll see the serene waters and reflections of the city's palaces and temples on the water. It's particularly peaceful at this time of day.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Full day sightseeing in Udaipur city
- Visit Jagdish Temple with blessing
- English speaking guide in Udaipur
- Boat ride in Lake Pichola
Optional Activities
- Visit City Palace of Udaipur
- Visit Saheliyon Ki Bari
Landmarks/POIs Jagdish Temple City Palace Saheliyon Ki Bari Lake Pichola - Day 13
Udaipur to Bundi
Check out from Udaipur and drive to Bundi, stopping en route at Chittorgarh Fort, one of Rajasthan's most historically significant sites. Once you reach Bundi and check in, visit Taragarh Fort and Rani Ji Ki Bawdi, an impressive stepwell with intricate architecture. The evening is free for your own exploration of this charming, less-crowded town.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Chittorgarh Fort
- Hotel transfer to Bundi
- Visit Taragarh Fort
- Visit Rani Ji Ki Bawdi
Landmarks/POIs Chittorgarh Fort Taragarh Fort Rani Ji Ki Bawdi - Day 14
Bundi to Pushkar
After breakfast, you drive to Pushkar, one of India's oldest cities on the shores of Pushkar Lake. According to local history and Hindu tradition, the city was created by Lord Brahma. You'll visit the sacred Pushkar Lake and the ancient Brahma Temple, which dates back to the 14th century and remains one of the few temples dedicated to Lord Brahma anywhere in India.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Hotel transfer to Pushkar
- Visit Pushkar Lake
- Visit Brahma Temple
Landmarks/POIs Pushkar Lake Brahma Temple - Day 15
Pushkar to Delhi
Start your morning with a yoga class if you'd like to begin mindfully. After breakfast, check out and drive back to Delhi at a steady pace. Upon arrival, check in and freshen up. The evening is free to relax or explore the city before you head out on your departure day.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Yoga class
- Hotel transfer to Delhi
- Day 16
Delhi Departure
Have breakfast and check out from your Delhi hotel at whatever time works with your flight. Your driver will take you to Delhi airport for your departure, and you'll head home with memories of this 16-day journey through India's heritage sites and desert landscapes.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Hotel checkout and airport drop-off transfer
