Nine remarkable destinations. One unforgettable royal journey.
Explore India’s royal heritage on a 14-day journey through Delhi, Mandawa, Bikaner, Jaisalmer, Jodhpur, Udaipur, Pushkar, Jaipur and Agra. Designed for travelers comparing the best Rajasthan tour packages, this route brings together historic forts, ornate palaces, frescoed havelis, desert landscapes, sacred places and memorable cultural experiences. The journey begins and ends in Delhi and follows a well-paced Rajasthan tour itinerary through some of North India’s most distinctive cities.
Rajasthan has long been associated with fortified cities, royal residences, colorful markets, traditional arts and desert communities. This journey focuses on the places that best represent that heritage, from the painted havelis of Mandawa and the golden architecture of Jaisalmer to the lakes of Udaipur and the landmark forts of Jaipur and Jodhpur. Travelers interested in exploring India's wider cultural and architectural heritage can also read about tribal destinations of India, which highlight the country's diverse indigenous traditions and communities, as well as the historic Gwalior Fort, one of India's most remarkable examples of royal and military architecture. The journey also extends to Agra for the Taj Mahal, giving travelers a broader view of North India’s architectural and cultural history.
Delhi, India
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Guided sightseeing across Old and New Delhi, including major historic landmarks and government districts.
Discover the fresco-painted havelis of Mandawa and Fatehpur.
Visit Junagarh Fort in Bikaner before crossing the Thar Desert toward Jaisalmer.
Explore Jaisalmer Fort, Jain temples and historic merchant havelis.
Enjoy a camel ride near the desert dunes around Jaisalmer.
Visit Mehrangarh Fort and Jaswant Thada in Jodhpur.
Stop at the Jain temples of Ranakpur on the way to Udaipur.
Explore Udaipur’s City Palace, Jagdish Temple and Saheliyon-ki-Bari.
Take a public boat ride on Lake Pichola.
Visit Pushkar’s Brahma Temple and sacred lake.
Explore Jaipur’s Amber Fort, Hawa Mahal, City Palace and Jantar Mantar.
Visit Fatehpur Sikri, Agra Fort and the Taj Mahal before returning to Delhi.
Our Rajasthan holiday packages are built around a complete overland journey rather than a quick city break. The route combines major landmarks with smaller heritage destinations, creating a balanced introduction to Rajasthan’s architecture, traditions, landscapes and local character.
Travelers interested in Rajasthan cultural tours can experience historic forts, Jain temples, sacred lakes, havelis, desert scenery and traditional performances within one connected route. The itinerary also has the depth expected from Rajasthan heritage tours, with time in Mandawa, Bikaner, Jaisalmer, Jodhpur, Udaipur, Pushkar and Jaipur.
For travelers who want a royal Rajasthan tour without rushing from one landmark to another, the day-by-day plan keeps the journey focused on the character of each destination.
Discover the vibrant heritage of Rajasthan on an unforgettable 14-day, 13-night journey from Delhi, featuring majestic forts, royal palaces, golden desert landscapes, colourful traditions, historic cities and the iconic Taj Mahal.
Arrive Delhi. On arrival, you will be greeted and assisted by our representative and transferred to the hotel.
DELHI - It is a city that bridges two different worlds. Old Delhi, once the capital of Islamic India, is a labyrinth of narrow lanes lined with crumbling Havelis and formidable mosques. In contrast, the imperial city of New Delhi created by the British Raj is composed of spacious, tree-lined avenues and imposing government buildings. Delhi has been the seat of power for several rulers and many empires for about a millennium. Many times the city was built, destroyed and then rebuilt here. Interestingly, several of Delhi's rulers played a dual role, first as destroyers and then as creators.
After breakfast, visit Red Fort (from Outside) – the 17th century imposing fortress, the Jama Masjid (Friday Mosque), India’s largest mosque where more than 20,000 people can kneel in prayer and Raj Ghat –Mahatma Gandhi’s Memorial. In the afternoon, explore New Delhi. You will drive past President’s Palace and India Gate (42m high), built to commemorate the 70,000 Indian soldiers who died in the 1st world war. Later, visit Humayun’s Tomb, and the Qutub Minar, the highest sands stone minaret in the world (73 meters).
After breakfast, drive to Shekhavati. Huge palatial traditional houses called Havelis belonging to the mercantile communities of Rajasthan are the main attraction in this place, along with their fresco-painted walls, and finely carved doors. On arrival, transfer to the hotel.
After breakfast, visit the famous havelis of Mandawa. Later, drive to Bikaner. En route, visit Havelis in Fatehpur. On arrival in Bikaner, transfer to the hotel.
After breakfast, visit the Junagarh Fort, which is an unusual fort, because other major forts of Rajasthan were built on hilltops, but this fort is built on the desert plain, surrounded by a moat.
Later, drive from Bikaner to Jaisalmer.
It will be a full day’s drive westwards to Jaisalmer through the Thar Desert. The drive passes by dry vegetation, with villages of colourfully dressed people, plenty of camels and camel carts, sheep and goats.
Arrive in Jaisalmer late afternoon. Check-in at the hotel.
After breakfast, visit the Jaisal Castle. Within the Castle visit the Jain Temples and the Palace. Later, walk back into the city to visit the Havelis (mansions of the rich merchants). These Havelies have beautifully carved facades, jali screens and windows overhanging the streets below. Visit Salim Singh Haveli (17 century), which is especially attractive for its peacock brackets. Nathmal Haveli (1885) was built for the Prime Minister. Patwon Haveli (1805) is a group of five, built for five brothers. They have fine murals and carved pillars.
After an early breakfast, drive to Jodhpur. On arrival, transfer to the hotel.
Later, visit Jodhpur. It is the second-largest city of Rajasthan, built by Rao Jodha in 1459 when he shifted his capital from Mandore. You will visit Mehrangarh Fort situated on a 37m-sandstone hill built by Rao Jodha in 1459. Also, visit Jaswant Thada, an imposing marble cenotaph built in 1899 for Maharajah Jaswant Singh II.
After breakfast, drive to Udaipur. En-route visit Ranakpur, the wonderful 3 temples of the Jain sect dating back to the 14th/15th century. The unforgettable main temple is dedicated to Adinatha, the first Tirthankar (1439) built-in marble that took 65 years to complete.
On arrival in Udaipur, check-in at the hotel.
After breakfast, visit the City Palace built on the bank of the Pichola Lake, by Maharana Udai Singh in 1570. The Jagdish Temple – (1651) a fine example of the Nagara style of temple architecture. Sahelion-ki Bari an ornamental pleasure garden specially made for the ladies of the palace in the 18th century. It has beautiful fountains, trees, and flowers.
In afternoon, enjoy a public boat ride on Pichola Lake.
Enjoy breakfast at the hotel. Later, drive to Pushkar, it is set in a valley just about 14 km from Ajmer. Surrounded by hills on three sides and sand dunes on the other, Pushkar forms a fascinating location and a befitting backdrop for the annual religious and cattle fair (in November), which is famous globally.
On arrival, transfer to the hotel.
After breakfast, visit the famous temple of Brahma, which is the only temple in India that is dedicated to Lord Brahma. Also, visit the famous and sacred lake in Pushkar.
Later, drive to Jaipur. On arrival, transfer to the hotel.
After breakfast, a half-day excursion trip takes you to Amber Fort with Elephant/Jeep ride. En route, make a photo stop at the Palace of Winds (Hawa Mahal). In the afternoon, visit the “Pink City” of Jaipur. You will also visit City Palace, and Royal Observatory (Jantar Manter-1728-34).
Enjoy dinner with dances at a nice local restaurant.
After breakfast, drive to Agra. On the way, visit Fatehpur Sikri. It is a beautiful and deserted medieval city built by Akbar the Great in the 16th century to serve as the capital of his vast empire. The Mughals later abandoned this city for lack of water.
Later, continue to Agra. On arrival, transfer to the hotel.
Later, visit Agra Fort (Fort and Palace) situated on the west bank of the river Jamuna.
Enjoy breakfast at the hotel. Later, leave for to explore Taj Mahal.
Taj Mahal (1631-1653), a poem in white marble, built by Shah Jahan in memory of his beloved wife, Mumtaj Mahal. Also, enjoy the Tonga ride in Agra.
After the sightseeing, head to Delhi. On arrival in Delhi, transfer to the International airport to board the flight back home.
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Ask Our Travel Expert →The Colors of Rajasthan tour covers major destinations including Delhi, Mandawa, Bikaner, Jaisalmer, Jodhpur, Udaipur, Pushkar, Jaipur and Agra. The itinerary includes sightseeing at forts, palaces, temples, havelis, heritage sites and other important attractions along the route.
The complete Colors of Rajasthan itinerary is planned for 14 days. This gives travelers enough time to explore major cities and heritage destinations without making the journey feel excessively rushed.
The route covers Delhi, Mandawa, Bikaner, Jaisalmer, Jodhpur, Udaipur, Pushkar, Jaipur and Agra before returning to Delhi.
Key highlights include Jaisalmer Fort, Mehrangarh Fort, City Palace Udaipur, Lake Pichola, Amber Fort, Hawa Mahal, Pushkar Lake, Fatehpur Sikri, Agra Fort and the Taj Mahal. The journey also includes desert scenery, historic havelis and cultural experiences.
Yes. The itinerary includes time in Jaisalmer and a camel ride near the desert dunes, giving travelers an opportunity to experience the landscape of the Thar Desert.
Yes. The itinerary is well suited to travelers interested in Rajasthan heritage tours and cultural experiences because it includes historic forts, palaces, Jain temples, traditional havelis, sacred sites and important cultural cities.
The tour begins in Delhi and ends in Delhi. Travelers follow an overland route through Rajasthan and Agra before returning to the capital for their onward journey.
Yes. The itinerary includes a visit to the Taj Mahal in Agra on the final day of the journey before returning to Delhi. Travelers should note that the Taj Mahal is closed to general visitors on Fridays.
According to the current tour information, the trip can be arranged in English, Spanish, German, Italian and French, depending on availability and booking arrangements.
Follow an unforgettable journey from Delhi through Mandawa, Bikaner, Jaisalmer, Jodhpur, Udaipur, Pushkar, Jaipur and Agra-connecting majestic forts, royal palaces, desert landscapes, colourful culture and authentic Rajasthani experiences.