Rajasthan (Udaipur & Jaipur) 🏰
"Live like a Maharaja in India's most stunning palace resorts."
Your budget allows for stays at world-renowned palace hotels like the Taj Lake Palace or Umaid Bhawan. These resorts are living history, offering unparalleled service surrounded by forts, temples, and vibrant local culture.
A regal journey through Rajasthan’s most romantic cities, blending stays in world-class heritage palaces with private tours of ancient hill forts. Focus on the 'Princely' lifestyle with fine dining, lake cruises, and exclusive cultural encounters.
Day-by-day itinerary
Day 1 · Arrival in the City of Lakes
Morning — Arrive in Udaipur and check into your luxury lakefront resort. Relax by the pool with views of the Aravalli Hills.
Afternoon — Take a private boat cruise on Lake Pichola to see the Jag Mandir Palace and the stunning waterfront ghats.
Evening — Sunset cocktails at the Ambrai Restaurant overlooking the illuminated City Palace followed by dinner.
💡 Book a lake-view room at the Oberoi Udaivilas or Taj Lake Palace for the ultimate heritage experience.
Day 2 · Palaces and Royal Heritage
Morning — Private guided tour of the massive City Palace complex, exploring intricate peacock mosaics and royal courtyards.
Afternoon — Wander through the nearby Crystal Gallery and the vintage car collection of the Maharana.
Evening — Enjoy a traditional Rajasthani 'Thali' dinner and a puppet show at Bagore Ki Haveli.
💡 Wear comfortable walking shoes; the palace has many steep steps and uneven floors.
Day 3 · Gardens and Ancient Temples
Morning — A spiritual morning visit to the Jagdish Temple, an Indo-Aryan architectural marvel from 1651.
Afternoon — Visit the Saheliyon-ki-Bari (Garden of the Maidens) and the Bharatiya Lok Kala Museum for folk art.
Evening — Private rooftop dinner arranged by your resort featuring local Lal Maas (spicy mutton curry).
💡 Visit the temple early (around 7:00 AM) to witness the morning Aarti ceremony.
Day 4 · The Great Wall of India
Morning — Drive out of the city to the Kumbhalgarh Fort, which boasts the second-longest continuous wall in the world.
Afternoon — Go on a guided village walk or a leopard safari in the nearby Jawai area if staying at a wilderness camp.
Evening — Stargazing and dinner around a bonfire at your luxury tented camp or rural resort.
💡 The drive to Kumbhalgarh is winding; carry motion sickness medication if needed.
Day 5 · Arrival in the Pink City
Morning — Check out and begin your journey toward Jaipur, stopping for a private lunch at a heritage haveli.
Afternoon — Relax at your new luxury palace hotel in the 'Pink City.' Enjoy a spa treatment or high tea.
Evening — Dinner at 1135 AD, located inside Amer Fort, for a regal atmosphere and gold-leaf interiors.
💡 Jaipur's traffic can be intense; allow extra time for evening commutes.
Day 6 · Fortresses and Reflection
Morning — Ascend to the Amer Fort via a private jeep car. Explore the Sheesh Mahal (Mirror Palace).
Afternoon — Head to the Jal Mahal (Water Palace) for photos, followed by a visit to the Royal Gaitor Tumbas.
Evening — Attend the Sound and Light show at Amer Fort to learn about the history of the Rajput kings.
💡 Avoid elephant rides at the fort to support ethical animal tourism; use the jeeps instead.
Day 7 · The Heart of Jaipur
Morning — Visit the Hawa Mahal (Palace of Winds) at sunrise, followed by the City Palace museum.
Afternoon — Walk through the Jantar Mantar observatory, a UNESCO site featuring the world's largest stone sundial.
Evening — Evening shopping at Johari Bazaar for gemstones and Bapu Bazaar for textiles and mojari shoes.
💡 The best photo ops for Hawa Mahal are from the rooftop cafes directly across the street.
Day 8 · Textiles and Vistas
Morning — Take a hot air balloon ride at dawn over the Rajasthani villages and forts (seasonal).
Afternoon — Visit the Anokhi Museum of Hand Printing to learn about traditional block-printing techniques.
Evening — Farewell dinner at Rambagh Palace’s 'Suvarna Mahal' for a truly palatial dining experience.
💡 Book balloon rides well in advance as they are weather-dependent and sell out quickly.
Day 9 · Final Farewells
Morning — Leisurely breakfast at the hotel followed by a last-minute visit to the Albert Hall Museum.
Afternoon — Transfer to the airport for your onward flight or return to Delhi via private car.
Evening — N/A
💡 Allow 3 hours for check-in if you have an international connection from Jaipur.