Idea 1
This is a long itinerary and we can alter it to fit in with the time you have in India.
The Story
Best time to go: October - April
Best for: Longer Journeys, Cultural & Immersive, Historical
Best for: Longer Journeys, Cultural & Immersive, Historical
We understand there are so many amazing destinations in the world, and that India might be a once-only trip. It is a huge country with so many amazingly diverse highlights, and if you have time on your hands you can see a little more. This is obviously just a suggested outline, and we can adapt your itinerary to your particular interests. The route takes you from Delhi out to Varanasi before flying down to see the interesting Chandela Temples of Khajuraho. Pass through the sleepy town of Orchha and onto Agra (you might want to stop at Gwalior too). See Agra and the Taj Mahal, before dipping down to Ranthambore National Park for a spot of wildlife and to hopefully see tigers in the wild. Next, work back up to Jaipur to see the capital of Rajasthan, packed with forts and palaces and interesting bazaars. We feel getting the blend right between town and country is important on a Rajasthan holiday, so spend a night in Nimaj as the beautiful Chattra Sagar overlooking a lake. Continue to Jodhpur, known as the ‘Blue City’, another wonderful Rajasthani city to visit. Drive south, through villages known for Bishnoi tribes and down to Jawai, set in a stunning location in the Aravalli Hills. For wildlife lovers, the are is superb for spotting leopard and for those who like culture, the villages are very much quintessential rural Rajasthan. You then arrive at your final Rajasthani city, and the most picturesque, Udaipur. Finally, end your time in Mumbai (which was Bombay) before returning home.
Guide Pricing
Starting At
| £4295 | - | £8495 |
|---|---|---|
| Silver | Gold |
Price per person including all accommodation, private transfers, unique experiences and excluding international flights. We can arrange international flights should you wish.
Highlights
- Extensive private tour of northern India taking in all the major highlights
- Have private drivers and guides throughout
- Stay in characterful hotels
- Tweak and change any element
| Days | Location | Hotel |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1-2 | Delhi | Claridges Delhi The Imperial Hotel |
| Day 3-4 | Varanasi | Nadesar Palace |
| Day 5 | Khajuraho | Pashan Garh |
| Day 6-7 | Agra | ITC Mughal The Oberoi Amarvilas |
| Day 8-9 | Ranthambore | Khem Villas The Oberoi Vanyavilas |
| Day 10-11 | Jaipur | 47 Jobner Bagh The Oberoi Rajvilas |
| Day 12 | Nimaj | Chattra Sagar Chattra Sagar |
| Day 13-14 | Jodhpur | Raas Umaid Bhawan Palace |
| Day 15-16 | Rural Rajasthan | Rawla Narlai Jawai Camp |
| Day 17-18 | Udaipur | Bujera Fort Taj Lake Palace Hotel |
| Day 19-20 | Mumbai | Taj Mahal Palace |
Day 1-2
Delhi
Claridges Delhi
Nadesar Palace
Fly to Delhi and spend two days exploring the city. You’ll have a private guide to explore both Mughal Old Delhi including the Red Fort, Chandni Chowk and the Jama Masjid Mosque before exploring British New Delhi.
Day 3-4
Varanasi
Nadesar Palace
Fly to Varanasi and that afternoon explore Saranath, the place where the Buddha made his first sermon. That evening you’ll head to the ghats that line the Ganges River to witness an evening aarti ceremony. The following day, we suggest taking a boat out on the Ganges at sunrise before taking an interesting walking tour with a guide through the old city.
Day 5
Khajuraho
Pashan Garh
Fly to Khajuraho and explore the amazing Chandela Temples. Later that afternoon, you have the option of taking a game drive in Panna National Park.
Day 6-7
Agra
Drive to Jhansi, seeing the wonderful sleepy village of Orchha on route. Take the train to Agra and the following day see the Taj Mahal at sunrise before seeing Agra Fort and the Itmad-ud-Daulah.
Day 8-9
Ranthambore
Khem Villas
The Oberoi Vanyavilas
Explore Fatehpur Sikri, the former Mughal capital which was left abandoned due to a water shortage and take the train from Bharatpur to Sawai Madhopur. Take an afternoon game drive in Ranthambore National Park, and also have a second day in the park.
Day 10-11
Jaipur
47 Jobner Bagh
The Oberoi Rajvilas
Take the train to Jaipur and spend two days here. On the second day, explore the city, starting with an interesting walking tour, before continuing to Amber Fort in the afternoon.
Day 12
Nimaj
Chattra Sagar
Chattra Sagar
Drive west, and stop for the night at Chattra Sagar, a tented camp overlooking a dammed lake. Take a walk in the countryside, or just sit back on your veranda enjoying the views.
Day 13-14
Jodhpur
Raas
Umaid Bhawan Palace
Drive to Jodhpur, known as the Blue City, and spend two days here. On the second day, explore the city with your guide, including the impressive Mehrangarh Fort.
Day 15-16
Rural Rajasthan
Rawla Narlai
Jawai Camp
Drive south, into the scenic beauty of rural Rajasthan for two nights to explore the local villages and countryside. The area is also superb for leopard sightings.
Day 17-18
Udaipur
Bujera Fort
Taj Lake Palace Hotel
Drive south to Udaipur, seeing the superb Jain Temples of Ranakpur en-route. Stay two days here, spending the second day exploring the city with your guide.
Day 19-20
Mumbai
Taj Mahal Palace
Fly to Mumbai to finish off your tour of India. Take an interesting tour of the city the following day, also see the Elephanta Caves.
Day 21
Mumbai Airport
Fly home from Mumbai, or continue your tour of India.
Suggested Hotels
Itinerary Experiences
Customise Your Itinerary
We can tweak and change any element of this itinerary and you can depart on any day you want, add nights here and there, and we can fully customise your day-to-day experiences depending on your interests. Here are just a few ideas of many that we can look at and discuss when we come to plan your tailor-made itinerary.
Idea 2
If you have even longer, maybe include a visit to the desert city of Jaisalmer.
Further Itinerary Suggestions
Rajasthan in Depth
Delhi - Jaipur - Nimaj - Jodhpur - Jaisalmer - Rohet - Narlai - Udaipur - Barli - Ranthambore - Ramathra - Agra - GurgaonIf you like to travel and leave no stone unturned, then this long itinerary might be one to base your ideas around. Take in all that Rajasthan has to offer seeing it from top to toe.