A two-week holiday which takes in the incredible sights of Delhi, Agra and Rajasthan. Click for Luxury, Mid-range or Budget.
Here’s your Rajasthan – India itinerary:
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| 1 | ✈To Delhi (Book >) | Dep: Evening | 🏨 In flight! | ||
| 2 | Arr: Morning | 🏨The Leela Palace (Book >) | All hotels > | ||
| Hit the ground running and immerse yourself in Khari Baoli spice market and labyrinthine Janpath Market. Escape the bustle in the Red Fort. | The Delhi Metro Airport Express Line is a fast and easy way of getting into the city. | ||||
| 3 | 🚄New Delhi to Agra Cantt train (Book >) | Dep: 08:10 | Arr: 09:50 | 🏨Crystal Sarovar Premiere (Book >) | All hotels > |
| You’ll need a full day to enjoy the grandeur of the magnificent Taj Mahal (see here for ticket info). | You will need to register with IRCTC before buying a ticket on their site. | ||||
| 4 | 🚄Agra Cantt to Jaipur train (Book >) | Dep: 07:15 | Arr: 12:50 | 🏨Jai Mahal Palace (Book >) | All hotels > |
| Visit Amer Fort. Back in town admire the pink Wind Palace | We highly recommend buying train tickets as far in advance as possible. | ||||
| 5 | 🚕Jaipur to Pushkar drive | Dep: 09:00 | Arr: 11:45 | 🏨The Westin (Book >) |
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| Join the crowds in Brahma Temple and walk around Pushkar Lake. When the heat of the day eases walk up to Savitri Temple and admire the view. | Arrange the private car and driver to Pushkar with your Jaipur hotel. | ||||
| 6 | 🚕Pushkar to Jodhpur drive | Dep: 10:00 | Arr: 14:00 | 🏨Vivanta by Taj Hari Mahal (Book >) | All hotels > |
| A little time in the morning to see more Pushkar sights (such as Rangji temple). In Jodhpur stroll around intricate Jaswant Thada then join the throngs in the Old City markets and peer into the Step Well. | Tip your driver up to 400 rupees/day. | ||||
| 7 | Dedicate a few hours to see the immense Mehrangarh Fort. If you’ve spare time then a cookery class can be huge fun. | The Mehrangarh Fort audio tour really brings the place to life. | |||
| 8 | 🚄Jodhpur JN to Jaisalmer train (Book >) | Dep: 05:20 | Arr: 11:45 | 🏨Marriott Resort & Spa (Book >) |
All hotels > |
| You’re now on the edge of the Thar desert. Arrange your desert trip then explore Jaisalmer Fort (the highlight of which is the Jain temples) and Patwon-Ki-Haveli | If someone tells you that your hotel is closed and to follow you to another, don’t believe them – this India (Rajasthan) itinerary is constantly kept updated. | ||||
| 9-10 | Two days in the Thar desert. Before long the noise of the city will be replaced with blissful silence. Your camel will carry you past Bada Bagh into the dunes where your guides will treat you like royalty. | Bring something comfortable and padded to sit on…hours on camel back can be uncomfortable! | |||
| 11 | 🚕Jaisalmer to Udaipur drive | Dep: 10:00 | Arr: 20:00 | 🏨Taj Lake Palace (Book >) | All hotels > |
| Long drive, broken up with a visit to Ranakpur’s impressive Jain temple. | Learn a few local words before you travel to India | ||||
| 12 | Enjoy a relaxing day around Udaipur’s Lake Pichola. Stroll to Gangaur Ghat then wander around Bagore Ki Haveli. Take a late afternoon boat ride to Jag Mandir. Ambrai Ghat is perhaps the best spot for sunset. | When visiting temples you should always dress modestly. | |||
| 13 | 🚄Udaipur to New Delhi train (Book >) | Dep: 18:15 | 🏨Train (Book >) | ||
| The City Palace Complex is bursting with heritage and stunning architecture, as well as the occasional beautiful lake view. Jagdish Temple is well worth a visit. | First Class (AC1) should provide you with plenty of comfort for your night train journey. | ||||
| 14 | 🚄Udaipur to New Delhi train ✈New Delhi to home (Book >) |
Dep: Afternoon | Arr: 06:35
Arr: Evening |
Connect this India (Rajasthan) itinerary with the Southern India or Nepal itinerary | |
| Refresh and relax at the airport day use hotel before your flight. | |||||
| Mid-range |  |
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| 1 | ✈To Delhi (Book >) | Dep: Evening | 🏨 In flight! | ||
| 2 | Arr: Morning | 🏨Park Plaza (Book >) | All hotels > | ||
| Hit the ground running and immerse yourself in Khari Baoli spice market and labyrinthine Janpath Market. Escape the bustle in the Red Fort. | The Delhi Metro Airport Express Line is a fast and easy way of getting into the city. | ||||
| 3 | 🚄New Delhi to Agra Cantt train (Book >) | Dep: 08:10 | Arr: 09:50 | 🏨Four Points by Sheraton (Book >) | All hotels > |
| You’ll need a full day to enjoy the grandeur of the magnificent Taj Mahal (see here for ticket info). Your hotel has been picked for the wonderful view of the Taj Mahal. | You will need to register with IRCTC before buying a ticket on their site. | ||||
| 4 | 🚄Agra Cantt to Jaipur train (Book >) | Dep: 07:15 | Arr: 12:50 | 🏨Shahpura House (Book >) | All hotels > |
| Visit Amer Fort. Back in town admire the pink Wind Palace | We highly recommend buying train tickets as far in advance as possible. | ||||
| 5 | 🚕Jaipur to Pushkar drive | Dep: 09:00 | Arr: 11:45 | 🏨Hotel Brahma Horizon (Book >) | All hotels > |
| Join the crowds in Brahma Temple and walk around Pushkar Lake. When the heat of the day eases walk up to Savitri Temple and admire the view. | Arrange the private car and driver to Pushkar with your Jaipur hotel. | ||||
| 6 | 🚕Pushkar to Jodhpur driver | Dep: 10:00 | Arr: 14:00 | 🏨Vivanta by Taj Hari Mahal (Book >) | All hotels > |
| A little time in the morning to see more Pushkar sights (such as Rangji temple). In Jodhpur stroll around intricate Jaswant Thada then join the throngs in the Old City markets and peer into the Step Well. | Tip your driver up to 400 rupees/day. | ||||
| 7 | Dedicate a few hours to see the immense Mehrangarh Fort. If you’ve spare time then a cookery class can be huge fun. | The Mehrangarh Fort audio tour really brings the place to life. | |||
| 8 | 🚄Jodhpur JN to Jaisalmer train (Book >) | Dep: 05:20 | Arr: 11:45 | 🏨Lalgarh Fort and Palace (Book >) | All hotels > |
| You’re now on the edge of the Thar desert. Arrange your desert trip then explore Jaisalmer Fort (the highlight of which is the Jain temples) and Patwon-Ki-Haveli | If someone tells you that your hotel is closed and to follow you to another, don’t believe them – this India (Rajasthan) itinerary is constantly kept updated. | ||||
| 9-10 | Two days in the Thar desert. Before long the noise of the city will be replaced with blissful silence. Your camel will carry you past Bada Bagh into the dunes where your guides will treat you like royalty. | Bring something comfortable and padded to sit on…hours on camel back can be uncomfortable! | |||
| 11 | 🚕Jaisalmer to Udaipur drive | Dep: 10:00 | Arr: 20:00 | 🏨Madri Haveli (Book >) | All hotels > |
| Long drive, broken up with a visit to Ranakpur’s impressive Jain temple. | Learn a few local words before you travel to India | ||||
| 12 | Enjoy a relaxing day around Udaipur’s Lake Pichola. Stroll to Gangaur Ghat then wander around Bagore Ki Haveli. Take a late afternoon boat ride to Jag Mandir. Ambrai Ghat is perhaps the best spot for sunset. | When visiting temples you should always dress modestly. | |||
| 13 | 🚄Udaipur to New Delhi train (Book >) | Dep: 18:15 | 🏨Train (Book >) | ||
| The City Palace Complex is bursting with heritage and stunning architecture, as well as the occasional beautiful lake view. Jagdish Temple is well worth a visit. | Second Class (AC2) should provide you with plenty of comfort for your night train journey. | ||||
| 14 | 🚄Udaipur to New Delhi train ✈New Delhi to home (Book >) |
Dep: Afternoon | Arr: 06:35
Arr: Evening |
Connect this India (Rajasthan) itinerary with the Southern India or Nepal itinerary | |
| Refresh and relax at the airport day use hotel before your flight. | |||||
| Budget |  |
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| 1 | ✈To Delhi (Book >) | Dep: Evening | 🏨 In flight! | ||
| 2 | Arr: Morning | 🏨Jugaad (Book >) |
All hostels > | ||
| Hit the ground running and immerse yourself in Khari Baoli spice market and labyrinthine Janpath Market. Escape the bustle in the Red Fort. | The Delhi Metro Airport Express Line is a fast and easy way of getting into the city. | ||||
| 3 | 🚄New Delhi to Agra Cantt train (Book >) | Dep: 08:10 | Arr: 09:50 | 🏨Madpackers (Book >) | All hostels > |
| You’ll need a full day to enjoy the grandeur of the magnificent Taj Mahal (see here for ticket info). | You will need to register with IRCTC before buying a ticket on their site. | ||||
| 4 | 🚄Agra Cantt to Jaipur train (Book >) | Dep: 07:15 | Arr: 12:50 | 🏨Hostel Karwaan Jaipur (Book >) | All hostels > |
| Visit Amer Fort. Back in town admire the pink Wind Palace. | We highly recommend buying train tickets as far in advance as possible. | ||||
| 5 | 🚌Jaipur to Pushkar bus (Book >) | Dep: 07:30 | Arr: 11:00 | 🏨Madpackers (Book >) |
All hostels > |
| Join the crowds in Brahma Temple and walk around Pushkar Lake. When the heat of the day eases walk up to Savitri Temple and admire the view. | Take travel sickness pills if needed – bus journeys in India can be uncomfortable. | ||||
| 6 | 🚌Pushkar to Jodhpur bus (Book >) | Dep: 10:00 | Arr: 14:00 | 🏨HosteLaVie (Book >) | All hostels > |
| A little time in the morning to see more Pushkar sights (such as Rangji temple). In Jodhpur stroll around intricate Jaswant Thada then join the throngs in the Old City markets and peer into the Step Well. | Plan your visits in India carefully to avoid burnout. | ||||
| 7 | Dedicate a few hours to see the immense Mehrangarh Fort. If you’ve spare time then a cookery class can be huge fun. | The Mehrangarh Fort audio tour really brings the place to life. | |||
| 8 | 🚄Jodhpur JN to Jaisalmer train (Book >) | Dep: 05:20 | Arr: 11:45 | 🏨Hotel Fotiya (Book >) |
All hostels > |
| You’re now on the edge of the Thar desert. Arrange your desert trip then explore Jaisalmer Fort (the highlight of which is the Jain temples) and Patwon-Ki-Haveli | If someone tells you that your hotel is closed and to follow you to another, don’t believe them – this India (Rajasthan) itinerary is constantly kept updated. | ||||
| 9-10 | Two days in the Thar desert. Before long the noise of the city will be replaced with blissful silence. Your camel will carry you past Bada Bagh into the dunes where your guides will treat you like royalty | Bring something comfortable and padded to sit on…hours on camel back can be uncomfortable! | |||
| 11 | 🚌Jaisalmer to Udaipur bus (Book >) | Dep: 17:30 | 🏨Aashiya Haveli (Book >) | All hotels > | |
| Enjoy a relaxing day in Jaisalmer before the overnight bus journey | Learn a few local words before you travel to India | ||||
| 12 | 🚌Jaisalmer to Udaipur bus | Arr: 06:00 | 🏨Hostel Mantra (Book >) | All hostels > | |
| Stroll to Gangaur Ghat then wander around Bagore Ki Haveli. Take a late afternoon boat ride to Jag Mandir. Ambrai Ghat is perhaps the best spot for sunset. | When visiting temples you should always dress modestly. | ||||
| 13 | 🚄Udaipur to New Delhi train (Book >) | Dep: 18:15 | 🏨Train (Book >) | ||
| The City Palace Complex is bursting with heritage and stunning architecture, as well as the occasional beautiful lake view. Jagdish Temple is well worth a visit. | Second Class (AC2) should provide you with plenty of comfort for your night train journey. | ||||
| 14 | 🚄Udaipur to New Delhi train ✈New Delhi to home (Book >) |
Dep: Afternoon | Arr: 06:35
Arr: Evening |
Connect this India (Rajasthan) itinerary with the Southern India or Nepal itinerary | |
| Refresh and relax at the airport day use hotel before your flight. | |||||
A Plan To Go 