India · Private & Tailored Tour
Rajasthan in Colour
Udaipur · Kumbhalgarh · Pushkar · Jodhpur · Bikaner · Jaipur
Duration
9 Nights / 10 Days
Destinations
Udaipur, Kumbhalgarh, Pushkar, Jodhpur, Bikaner, Jaipur
Travel Style
Private & Tailored Tour
Covering
1 Country · 6 Cities
Overview
Rajasthan in Colour
Experience the vivid contrasts, architectural heritage, and living desert traditions of Rajasthan on this comprehensive ten-day journey from the lakes of Mewar to the desert outposts of Marwar and the Pink City. Beginning in Udaipur, the City of Lakes, travellers admire the lakeside grandeur of the City Palace complex, Jagdish Temple, and Sahelion Ki Bari, complemented by a tranquil evening boat cruise across the waters of Lake Pichola. The route ascends into the rugged Aravalli Hills to explore the intricately carved marble pillars of the Ranakpur Jain Temples and the massive perimeter bastions of Kumbhalgarh Fort.
Continuing north, the journey reaches the sacred pilgrimage town of Pushkar to visit the sacred Brahma Temple and holy lake ghats before heading into the Sun City of Jodhpur. Here, explore the cliff-top Mehrangarh Fort, Jaswant Thada, and Umaid Bhawan Palace Museum. The tour ventures north across the desert plains to Bikaner to tour Junagarh Fort, visit a working camel breeding farm, and experience a Thar desert safari at Raisar Camp with camel rides, sunset views, and Rajasthani folk dances. The grand circuit concludes in Jaipur with explorations of the City Palace, Amber Fort, Jantar Mantar, and an atmospheric “Jaipur by Night” open Jeep tour before departure.
Highlights
What You Will Experience
- Romantic Udaipur: Tour the grand lakeside City Palace, Jagdish Temple, and Sahelion Ki Bari.
- Lake Pichola Boat Cruise: Enjoy a scenic evening boat ride on Lake Pichola with views of Udaipur’s waterfront palaces.
- Exquisite Ranakpur Temples: Marvel at the intricate marble architecture and sculpted halls of Ranakpur Jain Temple.
- Kumbhalgarh Fort: Explore the formidable hilltop ramparts and historic bastions of the Mewar citadel.
- Sacred Pushkar: Visit the historic Brahma Temple and walk the sacred ghats surrounding Pushkar Lake.
- Jodhpur Royal Splendour: Tour Mehrangarh Fort, Jaswant Thada, and the royal galleries of Umaid Bhawan Palace Museum.
- Jodhpur Heritage Walk: Embark on an insightful walking exploration through the historic alleys of the Blue City.
- Bikaner Citadels & Desert Culture: Tour Junagarh Fort and visit the National Camel Breeding Farm.
- Raisar Desert Safari: Experience a deep-desert safari, sunset camel trek, and traditional Rajasthani folk dance at camp.
- Jaipur Royal Monuments: Explore the hilltop Amber Fort, City Palace complex, Jantar Mantar, and local bazaars.
- Jaipur by Night: Discover the illuminated avenues and historic monuments of the Pink City on an open Jeep tour.
The Route
Your Journey
Udaipur · Kumbhalgarh · Pushkar · Jodhpur · Bikaner · Jaipur
Itinerary
Day by Day
Day 01 – Arrive in Udaipur
Arrive at Udaipur Airport or Railway Station, where you will be met upon arrival and transferred to your hotel.
Complete check-in formalities at the hotel.
Spend the remainder of the evening at leisure exploring this picturesque lakeside town at your own pace.
Overnight: Udaipur
Meals: As per plan
Day 02 – A Day in Udaipur
Following breakfast, proceed for a full-day sightseeing tour of Udaipur.
Visit Sahelion Ki Bari (the Courtyard of the Maidens), the historic Jagdish Temple, and the sprawling City Palace complex situated along the banks of Lake Pichola.
In the evening, enjoy a shared boat cruise on the tranquil waters of Lake Pichola.
Overnight: Udaipur
Meals: As per plan
Day 03 – Udaipur to Kumbhalgarh via Ranakpur
After breakfast, depart for Kumbhalgarh, a scenic drive of approximately 2 hours through the Aravalli Hills.
En route, visit the splendid Ranakpur Jain Temples, celebrated for their elaborate marble carvings and forest setting.
Arrive in Kumbhalgarh and check in at your hotel.
In the afternoon, proceed to explore Kumbhalgarh Fort, one of the most formidable hill fortresses in Rajput history.
Overnight: Kumbhalgarh
Meals: As per plan
Day 04 – Kumbhalgarh to Pushkar
Following breakfast, leave for Pushkar, covering a distance of approximately 230 km (approx. 5 hours).
Arrive in Pushkar, one of the ancient holy towns of Rajasthan, and complete check-in formalities at the hotel.
In the evening, visit the banks of Pushkar Lake, fringed by bathing ghats and temples, and visit the renowned Brahma Temple.
Overnight: Pushkar
Meals: As per plan
Day 05 – Pushkar to Jodhpur
After breakfast, depart by surface for the Sun City of Jodhpur, covering approximately 284 km (approx. 5 hours).
Arrive in Jodhpur and check in at the hotel.
In the afternoon, visit the Umaid Bhawan Palace Museum to view its royal collections, followed by an atmospheric heritage walk through the city.
Overnight: Jodhpur
Meals: As per plan
Day 06 – Jodhpur to Bikaner
Breakfast at the hotel.
Set out for morning sightseeing of the Blue City, including the cliff-top Mehrangarh Fort and the white marble memorial of Jaswant Thada.
After sightseeing, depart by surface for Bikaner, travelling approximately 255 km (approx. 5 hours).
Arrive in Bikaner and check in at your hotel.
Overnight: Bikaner
Meals: As per plan
Day 07 – Bikaner Sightseeing & Raisar Desert Safari
After a leisurely breakfast, embark on morning sightseeing of Junagarh Fort, known for its ornate palaces and museum galleries.
Continue to the government camel breeding farm to learn about desert livestock and ecology.
In the late afternoon, drive to Raisar Camp for an authentic Thar desert safari, complete with a sunset camel ride over the dunes.
Return to camp to experience a traditional Rajasthani folk dance performance and camp dinner before heading back to your hotel in Bikaner.
Overnight: Bikaner
Meals: As per plan
Day 08 – Bikaner to Jaipur
Following breakfast, check out and drive to the Pink City of Jaipur, covering approximately 240 km (approx. 6 hours).
Arrive in Jaipur and check in at the hotel.
In the afternoon, visit the City Palace complex, featuring courtyards, museums, and royal residences, followed by dedicated time for shopping in Jaipur’s bazaars.
Overnight: Jaipur
Meals: As per plan
Day 09 – A Day in Jaipur
Following breakfast, proceed for a full day of sightseeing across Jaipur.
Visit the majestic Amber Fort, celebrated for its Rajput-Mughal architecture, hilltop views, and mirrored halls.
Tour the UNESCO-listed Jantar Mantar Observatory and stop to admire the façade of Hawa Mahal.
In the evening, proceed for the exhilarating Jaipur by Night city tour by open Jeep to admire the illuminated monuments and heritage avenues.
Overnight: Jaipur
Meals: As per plan
Day 10 – Departure from Jaipur
After breakfast, complete check-out formalities at the hotel.
Transfer to Jaipur Airport or Railway Station for your onward journey back home.
Meals: As per plan
Stays & Travel
Accommodation & Transport
Where You Stay
- Udaipur – 2 nights
- Kumbhalgarh – 1 night
- Pushkar – 1 night
- Jodhpur – 1 night
- Bikaner – 2 nights
- Jaipur – 2 nights
Your Tour
What Is Included
Included
- Assistance & Transfers: Meeting and assistance upon arrival and departure by Kanishka Holiday Makers representatives.
- Accommodation: Accommodation in the hotels mentioned, or similar, on a double-sharing basis for 09 nights.
- Taxes & Policies: Government taxes as applicable, with standard hotel check-in at 14:00 hrs and check-out at 12:00 hrs.
- Guide & Escort Services: English-speaking guide during sightseeing for groups of 15 persons and above, along with an accompanying company escort throughout the tour.
- Monument Entries: All currently applicable monument entrance fees to the places of visit in the itinerary.
- Private Transport: Transportation by private air-conditioned vehicle as per group size: 2 Pax: Maruti Dzire, 3–5 Pax: Toyota Innova, 6–12 Pax: Tempo Traveller, 15 Pax: Mini Coach / Tempo Traveller.
- Tour Operations: Professional and service charges for the preparation and operation of the tour program.
- Special Activities & Safaris:
- Shared boat ride on Lake Pichola in Udaipur.
- Jaipur-by-Night Jeep safari on a sharing basis.
- Desert safari and camel ride at Raisar Desert Camp.
- The rates include only the services listed above and those mentioned in the enclosed itinerary.
Not Included
- GST and any new or applicable government taxes unless specifically included.
- Airfare, airport taxes, visa fees, travel insurance and other travel-related charges unless specified.
- Hotel upgrades, early check-in, late check-out and additional accommodation.
- Personal expenses such as telephone, laundry, beverages, tips, porterage, shopping and photography.
- Expenses arising from delays, cancellations, weather, road closures, strikes or other circumstances beyond the company’s control.
- Medical, emergency and hospitalization expenses.
- Any activity, service or expense not specifically mentioned under Inclusions.
Before You Go
Good to Know
Essential Information
Starts from: Udaipur
Booking Terms
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- Non-refundable bookings and advance payments are non-refundable.
- No refund will be provided for unused services, missed services or voluntary changes after commencement of the tour.
- Refunds, where applicable, will be made after deduction of applicable cancellation charges and non-refundable costs.
- Any additional costs arising from itinerary changes requested by the traveller will be payable by the traveller.
- In case of circumstances beyond the company’s control, refunds will be subject to amounts recoverable from the respective service providers.
- The cancellation policy applicable to the confirmed booking will prevail.
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