India · Castles & Palaces

11-Day Rajasthan Tour with Udaipur, Jaisalmer Desert and Chittorgarh

11 Days Round trip from Airport Rd Easy pace

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The journey

Trip highlights

01 Explore Jaipur's vibrant culture, palaces, and colourful bazaars
02 Discover Udaipur's lakes, City Palace, and romantic ambience
03 Immerse yourself in Jodhpur's Blue City charm and Mehrangarh Fort
04 Experience the golden desert of Jaisalmer with a camel ride and jeep safari
05 Witness Bikaner's architectural marvels and ancient traditions
06 Enjoy traditional Rajasthani cuisine and cultural performances

Enjoy a 10-night/11-day journey through Rajasthan, covering Jaipur, Udaipur, Jodhpur, Jaisalmer, Bikaner, Chittorgarh and Pushkar. Discover some of the state's most popular destinations, including Udaipur, the Lake City; Jodhpur, the Blue City; Jaisalmer, the Golden City; and Bikaner, the Royal City. The tour combines palaces, forts, temples, desert experiences and cultural performances, while also reflecting a thoughtful effort to support rural artisans and preserve the rich heritage of India.

The tour combines palaces, forts, temples, desert experiences and cultural performances, while also reflecting a thoughtful effort to support rural artisans and preserve the rich heritage of India.

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What this trip includes

Duration 11 Days

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Included · Standard

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

Cities Jaipur, Jodhpur, Bikaner, Udaipur, Chittaurgarh, Jaisalmer, Pushkar

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Arrival in Jaipur & Chokhi Dhani

On your arrival at Jaipur, we offer airport and railway station assistance and transfer to the hotel so that you can relax.
Chokhi Dhani: Through this tour, we aim to contribute, in our own modest way, towards sustaining our rural artisans and their classic art, a social initiative to support the rich heritage of our country and to nurture our patrons with a thoughtful uniqueness in a world of mass creation. Envisioned expressly to sustain the unique arts and their distinctive creators and acquaint people with the delight of witnessing it in real-time, Kalagram boasts an extensive range of handicraft products, providing more than 10000 pieces of the art and craft of incredible India to your doorstep. Overnight Stay at Jaipur Hotel.

Day 02

Jaipur - Udaipur with en route Chittorgarh Fort

Early morning time, leave Jaipur for Udaipur.
Chittorgarh Fort is the largest fort in India. It is a UNESCO World Heritage site. The fort was the capital of Mewar and is located in the present-day town of Chittor. It sprawls over the hill 180 meters in height over an area of 280 ha (691.9 acres) above the plains of the valley drained by the Berach River. The fort has several historical palaces, gates, a temple and two prominent commemorative towers. Overnight Stay in Udaipur Hotel.

Day 03

Udaipur Sightseeing

City Palace: is a palace complex situated in the city of Udaipur. It was built over a period of nearly 400 years, with contributions from several rulers of the Mewar dynasty.
Saheliyon Ki Bari was laid for a group of forty-eight maidens. This garden is located on the banks of the Fateh Sagar Lake, presenting a green retreat in the drylands of Rajasthan. It was built from 1710 to 1734 by Maharana Sangram Singh for the royal ladies.
Jagdish Temple: A world-renowned temple of Lord Vishnu. This three-story and 79-foot-high temple was built by Maharana Jagat Singhji in 1651 and cost 1.5 million rupees. It is owned and managed by the royal family of Udaipur.
Bagore Ki Haveli: In the evening, watch the "Dharohar" folk dance show at Bagore-ki-Haveli. A gorgeous 18th-century haveli that has been converted into a museum showcasing Mewar art and architecture. The haveli puts on one of the best Rajasthani folk dance shows in Rajasthan. For an hour, performers dance to Rajasthani folk music wearing bright-coloured ethnic dresses. The dances are varied and demonstrate the tradition and culture of Rajasthani folklore. Overnight stay in Udaipur Hotel.

Day 04

Udaipur - Jodhpur; En route - Ranakpur Jain Temple

Ranakpur Temple: In the morning, drive to Jodhpur en route and visit Ranakpur Jain Temple. The Ranakpur Temple complex comprises 1444 intricately carved pillars and 24 pillared halls accompanied by 80 domes borne by 400 columns. The apogee of this entire temple architecture is the fact that no two pillars here are the same! The temple structure has five spires, each of which houses a shrine underneath, and it is under the largest spire on the axis of the main entrance (Chaumukha Shrine). One can locate the 6-foot-tall statue of Lord Adinath. Another exquisite aspect that has also earned the temple its name is the carving of the four-headed image of Adinath, sheltered by a 108-headed snake with numerous tails. The four heads face four directions, suggesting the pursuit of the Tirthankaras. The entire ceiling of this temple complex is bedecked with geometric designs and scrollwork.
Ghanta Ghar, or the Clock Tower: is a prominent landmark in Jodhpur; Maharaja Sardar Singh built it between 1880 and 1911. The clock tower is a popular landmark in the old city.
The vibrant Sardar Market is close to the tower, and narrow alleys lead from here to a bazaar selling vegetables, spices, Indian sweets, textiles, silver and handicrafts. It is a great place to ramble around at leisure. Overnight stay in Jodhpur Hotel.

Day 05

Jodhpur Sightseeing

Mehrangarh Fort: The 5 km long majestic fort on a 125 m high hill is one of the most impressive and formidable structures. Although invincible from the outside, the fort has four gates approached by a winding road. Within the fort are some magnificent palaces with marvellously carved panels, latticed windows and evocative names. These are the
- Moti Mahal
- Phool Mahal
- Sheesh Mahal
- Sileh Khana
- Daulat Khana.
These Palaces house a fabulous collection of trappings of Indian royalty, including a superb collection of palanquins, elephant howdahs, miniature paintings of various schools, musical instruments, and costumes.
Jaswant Thada: The imposing white marble memorial marks the site of the royal crematorium. It houses portraits of successive rulers. The four cenotaphs around here commemorate notable acts of bravery and generosity of the four successive rulers.
Umaid Bhawan Palace: This is a fabulous building split between the museum and a 5 star. The museum is interesting. Attached is a small collection of vintage cars which you can see. Overnight stay in Jodhpur Hotel.

Day 06

Jodhpur - Jaisalmer Desert Sam

Kuldhara Village is an abandoned village in the Jaisalmer. Established around the 13th century. Over the years, Kuldhara acquired a reputation as a haunted site, and the Government of Rajasthan decided to develop it as a tourist spot in 2010.
Sam Sand Dunes: In the evening, go for a unique experience in the Desert, where you will enjoy a sunset Camel ride & a Jeep Safari. Afterwards, you will have dinner and watch a folk dance program. Overnight stay at a desert camp in a Swiss Tent accommodation

Day 07

Jaisalmer Sightseeing

Early morning, after breakfast, leave Desert Camp For Longewala.
Longewala War Memorial: Marking the spot of a 1971 war, Longewala War Memorial shows the aftermath of the war between Pakistan and India through a range of military items.
Tanot Temple: At the Indo-Pak border in Rajasthan is one such miraculous tale when the local deity Tanot, aka Awad Mata, didn't let any Pakistani tank bomb explode, and Indian soldiers who were certain of martyrdom & defeat went on to crush the Pakistanis in both wars 1965 & 1972.
Jaisalmer Fort: famously known as Golden Fort in India. It was constructed by Raja Jaisal, a Rajput ruler, in 1156 AD. It is believed to be one of the very few living forts in the world.
Patwa Havelis: a cluster of five havelis aligned in a narrow lane in the city's heart. Of the five havelis, the first haveli in the lane, aka the Kothari’s Patwa Haveli, is not only extraordinarily preserved and restored but is also open to visitors to experience the lifestyle of the erstwhile patwas.
Nathmalji ki Haveli was constructed by Maharawal Berisal in 1885 CE to serve Diwan Mohata Nathmal, the then Prime Minister of Jaisalmer. The chief architects of this haveli were two brothers named Hathi and Lulu. There is a fascinating story regarding its construction. It is believed that both brothers started building the facets of the haveli simultaneously. The two sides are similar but not identical.

Day 08

Jaisalmer to Bikaner; En Route - Rat Temple & Camel Centre

Rat Temple ( Karni Mata Temple): The famous 600-year-old temple is situated 30 KM from Bikaner in Deshnok.It is also known as Karni Mata Temple. This temple is dedicated to Karni Mata, an incarnation of Goddess Durga. The temple has huge intricately carved silver gates donated by Maharaja (King) Ganga Singh.
In the evening, visit the market and free time for leisure. Overnight stay in Bikaner.

Day 09

Bikaner to Jaipur (330 KM/ 6 Hrs) En route see the Junagarh Fort & Pushkar

Junagarh Fort: Built in 1588 A.D. by Raja Rai Singh, A general in the army of Emperor Akbar, the fort is a formidable structure encircled by a moat and has some beautiful palaces within. These palaces, made in red sandstone and marble, make a picturesque ensemble of courtyards, balconies, kiosks and windows dotted all over the structure.
Pushkar: is best known for its Brahma temple, Though it is by no means the only temple here, with as many as four hundred temples lining the banks of the lake. Spires form a skyline that, When the vesper bells ring, are worthy of the kingdom of heaven itself. Though it is visited throughout the year, Pushkar in November, during the time of its annual fair, is a colourful mass of people and celebrations coinciding with the largest camel fair held in the world, that comes alive during the fair in a breathtaking explosion of colours, sounds and activities.
Reach Jaipur and overnight stay at Jaipur Hotel.

Day 10

Jaipur Sight Seen.

Amer Fort: In the morning, visit Amber Fort, situated on the top of the hill. Amber Fort is located in Amer. It was built by Raja Man Singh I. It is known for its artistic elements. The Maota Lake, located in front of the monument, acts as a source of water for the fort.
Jantar Mantar is a UNESCO World Heritage site built in 1734. It is a collection of nineteen architectural astronomical instruments built by the Rajput king Sawai Jai Singh II, the founder of Jaipur. The instruments allow the observation of astronomical positions with the naked eye.
City Palace: Spend one hour to explore Maharaja’s City Palace. City Palace of Jaipur was originally the administrative and ceremonial seat of Maharaja of Jaipur, which was constructed in 1721. It was also the location of religious and cultural events that took place at that time. It now houses the Maharaja Sawai Man Singh II Museum and continues to be the home of the Jaipur royal family.
Jal Mahal - (6 km) on the way to Amer, this small palace is set in the middle of Man Sagar Lake. Renovation around the lake is in progress.
Hawa Mahal - It is famous as "The Palace of Winds" or "The Palace of Breeze"). Built from red and pink sandstone, the palace sits on the edge of the City Palace, Jaipur, and extends to the Zenana, or women's chambers. The structure was built in 1799 by Maharaja Sawai Pratap Singh and Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh, the founder of Jaipur. The unique structure of Khetri Mahal so inspired him to build this grand and historical palace. Lal Chand Ustad designed it. Its five-floor exterior is akin to a honeycomb with its 953 small windows called Jharokhas decorated with intricate latticework.
In the evening, free time for leisure in the markets. Overnight stay in Jaipur Hotel.

Day 11