India · Desert Adventure

16-Day Rajasthan Desert Circuit Tour from Delhi with Camel Safari

16 Days Round trip from Delhi Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Explore Old and New Delhi, including Red Fort, Jama Mosque, Chandni Chowk, and Khari Bowli spice market
  • 02 See the world-famous Taj Mahal and Agra Fort after a stop in Mathura, the birthplace of Lord Krishna
  • 03 Enjoy an elephant ride to Amer Fort and visit Jaipur's landmarks, including Hawa Mahal, City Palace, and Jantar Mantar
  • 04 Visit Brahma Temple, Pushkar Lake, and the bathing ghats in Pushkar, the holy city
  • 05 Take a boat ride on Pichola Lake and visit Udaipur's City Palace, Jagdish Temple, and Sahelion Ki Bari
  • 06 Discover Jaisalmer Fort, Manak Chowk, havelis, Gadisar Lake, and the Sam Sand Dunes on a camel safari

Embark on an exciting excursion through Rajasthan to discover famous palaces, forts, lakes, and old heritage havelis, cross the desert on a camel safari, and enjoy an elephant ride at Amer Fort. Starting from Delhi, visit iconic landmarks such as India Gate, Red Fort, and Chandni Chowk before heading to Agra to see the world-famous Taj Mahal. Continue through the prominent cities of Rajasthan, including Jaipur, Pushkar, Udaipur, Jodhpur, Jaisalmer, and Bikaner, on this 16-day journey.

In the evening, go on a camel safari in the desert and enjoy Rajasthani folk dance.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 16 Days
Tour type Private
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Included · Standard
Transport Included
Wheelchair access Yes
Cities Delhi, Jaipur, Jodhpur, Bikaner, Udaipur, Agra, Mathura, Jaisalmer, Pushkar, Fatehpur Sikri
Languages English, Russian

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Arrival in Delhi

  • Upon arrival at New Delhi airport, you will be received by your tour representative.

  • After a meet and greet, transfer to your hotel.

Stay overnight in Delhi.

2
Day 02

Old and New Delhi Sightseeing

  • Today, go on a sightseeing tour of Old and New Delhi.

  • In Old Delhi, visit Red Fort, Jama Mosque (India's largest mosque), and Chandni Chowk (Silver Street Market). Enjoy a rickshaw ride through the narrow streets of Chandni Chowk, and visit Asia's largest spice market, known as Khari Bowli.

  • Follow this with a visit to Gandhi Samadhi, where our freedom fighter leader Mahatma Gandhi was cremated.

  • Then, visit India Gate, President House, Parliament Buildings, Humayun's Tomb, Lotus Temple, and Laxmi Narayan Temple.

Stay overnight in Delhi.

3
Day 03

Delhi to Agra via Mathura

  • In the morning, after breakfast, drive to Agra.

  • En route, visit Mathura, the birthplace of Lord Krishna.

  • Thereafter, continue to Agra. On arrival, check in at the hotel.

  • After freshening up, visit the Taj Mahal and Agra Fort, also known as Agra's Red Fort.

  • The evening is free to explore the markets and bazaars.

Stay overnight in Agra.

4
Day 04

Agra to Jaipur via Fatehpur Sikri

  • Today, proceed to Jaipur.

  • En route, visit Fatehpur Sikri (Castle). Also known as the Ghost City, it was built in the 13th century by Emperor Akbar.

  • Thereafter, drive to Jaipur, and on arrival, check in at the hotel.

  • The evening is free at your leisure.

Stay overnight in Jaipur.

5
Day 05

Jaipur and Amer Fort Excursion

  • Morning excursion to Amer Fort. Here, you can enjoy an elephant ride all the way to the fort.

  • Follow this with a visit to Jal Mahal Palace (Water Palace), Hawa Mahal (Wind Palace), City Palace, Jantar Mantar (Observatory), and Albert Hall Museum.

  • The evening is free for shopping.

Overnight in Jaipur.

6
Day 06

Jaipur to Pushkar

  • In the morning, drive to Pushkar, the holy city.

  • On arrival, check in at the hotel.

  • In the afternoon, you are free to explore Pushkar city and walk around the markets.

Stay overnight in Pushkar.

7
Day 07

Pushkar Sightseeing

  • Today, proceed on a sightseeing tour of Pushkar, the holy city known as the Hippie Town.

  • Visit Brahma Temple, Pushkar Lake, and the bathing ghats.

  • The evening is free at leisure.

Stay overnight in Pushkar.

8
Day 08

Pushkar to Udaipur

  • In the morning, after breakfast at the hotel, proceed to Udaipur, the City of Lakes.

  • On arrival, check in at the hotel.

  • The evening is free at leisure.

Stay overnight in Udaipur.

9
Day 09

Udaipur City Tour and Lake Pichola

  • In the morning, enjoy a sightseeing tour of Udaipur.

  • Start with a boat ride on Pichola Lake.

  • Visit Lake Palace Hotel, Jagdish Temple, City Palace, and Sahelion Ki Bari (Gardens of the Maids of Honor).

Stay overnight in Udaipur.

10
Day 10

Udaipur to Jodhpur via Ranakpur

  • In the morning, after breakfast, proceed to Jodhpur.

  • En route, visit Ranakpur Jain Temple and Ranakpur Village. Here, you have the option to do a village safari at additional cost or on a direct payment basis.

  • Thereafter, drive to Jodhpur.

  • On arrival, check in at the hotel and stay overnight.

11
Day 11

Jodhpur Sightseeing

  • In the morning, after breakfast, enjoy a sightseeing tour of the Blue City of Jodhpur.

  • Visit Mehrangarh Fort, Jaswant Thada, and Umaid Bhawan Palace.

  • The afternoon is free at your leisure, or you may enjoy a village safari by jeep (optional at additional cost or by direct payment).

Stay overnight in Jodhpur.

12
Day 12

Jodhpur to Jaisalmer

  • In the morning, after breakfast, proceed to Jaisalmer, the Golden City.

  • On arrival, check in at the hotel.

  • The evening is free at your leisure. Enjoy Rajasthani folk dance.

Stay overnight in Jaisalmer.

13
Day 13

Jaisalmer Sightseeing and Camel Safari

  • Today, you will have a sightseeing tour of the Golden City of Jaisalmer.

  • Visit Jaisalmer Fort, Manak Chowk, havelis, and Gadisar Lake.

  • In the afternoon, enjoy an excursion to Sam Sand Dunes.

  • In the evening, go on a camel safari in the desert and enjoy Rajasthani folk dance.

Stay overnight in the desert.

14
Day 14

Jaisalmer to Bikaner via Pokhran Village

  • In the morning, after breakfast, drive to Bikaner.

  • En route, visit Pokhran Village.

  • Then, continue to Bikaner.

  • On arrival, check in at the hotel.

  • In the afternoon, visit Lalgarh Palace, Fort, and Deshnoke Temple (Karni Mata Temple).

Stay overnight in Bikaner.

15
Day 15

Bikaner to Delhi

  • In the morning, visit camel breeding farms.

  • Then, drive back to Delhi.

  • On arrival, check in at the hotel.

Stay overnight in Delhi.

16
Day 16

Delhi Departure

  • Transfer to the airport or train station for your onward journey.

Taj Mahal, Jaisalmer Fort, Sam Sand Dunes, Lake Pichola

Where this trip takes you

Taj Mahal, Jaisalmer Fort, Sam Sand Dunes, Lake Pichola

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Delhi 10 cities · 16 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Maruti Swift Dezire/Toyota Etios vehicle for 15 days as per the tour itinerary

  • Arrival and departure transfer as per the tour itinerary

  • 15 nights hotel accommodation

  • Overnight camel safari in Jaisalmer

  • Elephant ride at Amer Fort in Jaipur

  • Daily breakfast at the hotel

  • English-speaking driver

  • English-speaking guide in Delhi, Agra, and Jaipur

  • Driver's food and accommodation

  • Fuel charges and parking fees

  • Toll, road, and state taxes

What's Not Included

  • Camera and monument entrance fees

  • Food and drinks

  • Personal expenditures

  • Village safari

  • Tips and porterage services

What to bring

  • Good walking or running shoes that are comfortable.

  • Sandals and slippers are not recommended on this tour.

  • During summer: cotton clothes, T-shirts, shorts, sunglasses, sun cream, and hats.

  • During winter: light woollen clothes, light jackets, and warm clothes.

Know before you go

  • The cost of USD 1500 is for single occupancy.

  • The cost of USD 1600 is for double occupancy.

  • The cost of USD 2100 is for triple occupancy.

  • The cost is USD 3400 for 6 persons on triple occupancy (two triple rooms).

  • Children up to 10 years are free to share the same room with their parents.

  • If there are 2 children around the same age, then an extra bed will be provided at an extra cost of USD 150.

  • PS: This is a flexible tour. You can reduce some days or add more days, depending on how much time you have for this trip.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL), New Delhi, Delhi, India
Tour start
Delhi, India
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 16 days finish where they began, in Delhi.

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Estimated room rates

Single Room $600.00 — $800.00
Double Sharing $600.00 — $700.00

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