Rajasthan - Land of the Maharajahs (Puskar Festival)

16 days

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Start and end in New Delhi

4.5

36 traveler reviews

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The Jaisalmer Desert Festival was the most memorable highlight. We were so lucky to be there when it was on.
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Pete, traveled in February
4.8
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Operator: Explore!
In-depth Cultural: Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
Group Tour: Join a group and forge lifelong friendships
Fully Guided: An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Low Intensity: Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Group Size 7 - 18
Ages 16+

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Itinerary

Day 1
New Delhi
Optional Activities
- Afternoon city tour by cycle rickshaw through Chandni Chowk bazaar
- View Red Fort from outside
- Visit Jami Masjid Mosque
Landmarks
Chandni Chowk
Red Fort
Jami Masjid
Day 2
New Delhi to Agra
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- City tour of New Delhi including President's Palace
- Visit Lok Sabha (Parliament)
- Visit India Gate
- Visit Qutub Minar
- Visit Humayan's Tomb
Landmarks
President's Palace
Lok Sabha (Parliament)
India Gate
Qutub Minar
Humayan's Tomb
Day 3
Agra
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Taj Mahal
- Visit Agra Fort
- Visit Moti Mosque
- Visit Itimad-ud-daula (Baby Taj)
Landmarks
Taj Mahal
Agra Fort
Moti Mosque
Itimad-ud-daula
Day 4
Agra to Jaipur
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Fatephur Sikri
- Visit Panch Mahal
- Visit Pachisi Board
- Visit Diwan-i-Khas (Hall of Private Audience)
- Visit Chand Baori stepwell
Landmarks
Fatephur Sikri
Panch Mahal
Diwan-i-Khas
Chand Baori
Day 5
Jaipur
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Amber Fort
- View Palace of the Winds
- Visit City Palace
- Visit Jantra (star gazing observatory)
- Explore Old City
Landmarks
Amber Fort
Palace of the Winds
City Palace
Jantra (Observatory)
Day 6
Jaipur to Pushkar
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Attend Pushkar Camel Fair
Landmarks
Pushkar Camel Fair
Day 7
Pushkar
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Attend Pushkar Camel Fair - full day
- Explore decorated camels
- Observe livestock trading
- Browse handicrafts and food stalls
- Interact with locals
Landmarks
Pushkar Camel Fair
Day 8
Pushkar to Bikaner
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Junagarh Fort
- Explore Old Town
- Visit Bhandasar Jain Temple
Landmarks
Junagarh Fort
Bhandasar Jain Temple
Day 9
Bikaner to Jaisalmer
Meals
Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Wander through Jaisalmer Fort
- Browse handicrafts in bazaars (stone carvings, leather ware, brass items)
Landmarks
Jaisalmer Fort
Day 10
Jaisalmer
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- On-foot exploration of Jaisalmer
- Visit Gadi Sagar Tank
- Visit Jaisalmer Folklore Museum
- Visit Jain Temples and havelis
- Visit Patwon-ki Haveli
Landmarks
Gadi Sagar Tank
Jaisalmer Folklore Museum
Patwon-ki Haveli
Day 11
Jaisalmer to Jodhpur
Meals
Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Wander the atmospheric streets of the Old City
Landmarks
Mehrangarh Fort
Day 12
Jodhpur
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Mehrangarh Fort
Optional Activities
- Visit nearby Bishnoi villages
Landmarks
Mehrangarh Fort
Day 13
Jodhpur to Ranakpur to Ghanerao
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Adinath temple
- Explore Jain Temples at Ranakpur
Landmarks
Adinath Temple
Ranakpur Jain Temples
Day 14
Ghanerao to Kumbhalgarh to Udaipur
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch
Included Activities
- Visit Kumbhalgarh Fort
- Boat ride on Lake Pichola
Landmarks
Kumbhalgarh Fort
Lake Pichola
Jag Mandir Island
Day 15
Udaipur to Delhi
Meals
Breakfast, Dinner
Included Activities
- Visit City Palace
- Visit Jagdish Mandir (Hindu Temple)
Landmarks
City Palace
Jagdish Mandir
Day 16
Delhi
Meals
Breakfast

Landmarks
Chandni Chowk
Red Fort
Jami Masjid

Landmarks
President's Palace
Lok Sabha (Parliament)
India Gate
Qutub Minar
Humayan's Tomb

Landmarks
Taj Mahal
Agra Fort
Moti Mosque
Itimad-ud-daula

Landmarks
Fatephur Sikri
Panch Mahal
Diwan-i-Khas
Chand Baori

Landmarks
Amber Fort
Palace of the Winds
City Palace
Jantra (Observatory)

Landmarks
Pushkar Camel Fair

Landmarks
Pushkar Camel Fair

Landmarks
Junagarh Fort
Bhandasar Jain Temple

Landmarks
Jaisalmer Fort

Landmarks
Gadi Sagar Tank
Jaisalmer Folklore Museum
Patwon-ki Haveli

Landmarks
Mehrangarh Fort

Landmarks
Mehrangarh Fort

Landmarks
Adinath Temple
Ranakpur Jain Temples

Landmarks
Kumbhalgarh Fort
Lake Pichola
Jag Mandir Island

Landmarks
City Palace
Jagdish Mandir

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Traveler Reviews

4.5

Overall rating based on 36 Reviews

Itinerary
4.5
Transport
4.8
Guide
4.9
Accommodation
4.1
Food
4.2
Tour Operator
4.5

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Joanna
March 6th, 2023
4.7
Taj Mahal, Chand Baori stepwell, Camel festival in Jaisalmer
Traveled in January 2023
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Pete
February 24th, 2023
4.8
So many highlights, perhaps the most memorable was the Jaisalmer Desert Festival – we were so lucky to be there when...
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Traveled in January 2023
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Colin
February 11th, 2023
4.5
As always the Taj Mahal
Traveled in January 2023
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Mike
February 14th, 2023
4.5
Taj mahal in the rain. Jaiselmer Desert festival. Al lof the great forts.
Traveled in January 2023
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Sandra
February 12th, 2023
4.5
Very difficult to pick out favourites, Each place I went was better than the last. If pushed, I'd say Jaisalmer &...
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Traveled in January 2023
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Julie
February 28th, 2023
4.3
Taj Mahal of course. The photo opportunities etc
Traveled in February 2023
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Julie
March 1st, 2023
4
Our early morning visit to the Taj Mahal was the highlight. On reflection I would have liked to go back in the late...
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Traveled in February 2023
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Jennifer
March 1st, 2023
4.5
Amber Fort at Jaipur, Jaisalmer. The excellent hotels at Udaipur and just outside Bikaner.
Traveled in February 2023
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Nathan
March 10th, 2023
3.8
Chandri Chowk market madness, Jaisalmer ‘living’ fort full of cows and temples, Jaipur amber fort, Ranakpur temple...
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Traveled in February 2023
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Anders
March 11th, 2023
4.5
Taj Mahal. The guide was very professional and shared his knowledge about The forts, temples and India in general.
Traveled in February 2023
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