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Rajasthan Beyond the Royal Cities

A longer Rajasthan journey that connects its famous cities with painted towns, countryside and smaller heritage stops.

17 daysFrom USD 1,420 per person*
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Tour overview

Rajasthan Beyond the Royal Cities

A longer Rajasthan journey that connects its famous cities with painted towns, countryside and smaller heritage stops.

Delhi, Shekhawati, desert cities, Udaipur, Bundi, Jaipur & Agra

Use this route as a starting point. We can add a night where you want to linger, introduce a special interest or adjust the hotels to suit your style.

What you can experience on this route

  • Delhi — Explore Old Delhi’s lanes and Mughal architecture, then discover the quieter gardens and neighbourhoods of New Delhi.
  • Udaipur — Visit the City Palace and wander the old town. Leave the late afternoon free for the lake and its changing light.
  • Bundi — Explore painted palace rooms, stepwells and the old town beneath the fort, with time for quiet lanes and local markets.
  • Agra — See the Taj Mahal in the early light and explore Agra Fort, with time to appreciate the city’s Mughal craftsmanship.

Make the journey your own

This 17-day outline brings together Delhi, Shekhawati, desert cities, Udaipur, Bundi, Jaipur & Agra. The number of nights, daily activities and choice of hotels can change to suit your priorities. Tell us which experiences you would like to spend more time on, and whether you prefer early starts, relaxed afternoons or a balance of both.

We discuss the transfers between stops alongside the sightseeing, so that you can judge the pace of the whole trip. Your proposal will set out the agreed route and selected arrangements before you book.

Your day-by-day journey

A street-side kitchen in Old Delhi
DAY 01

Arrive Delhi

Meet your local representative and transfer to your hotel. Settle in, recover from the journey and enjoy an easy first evening.

Visitors in the gardens of Humayun’s Tomb, Delhi
DAY 02

In Delhi

Explore Old Delhi’s lanes and Mughal architecture, then discover the quieter gardens and neighbourhoods of New Delhi.

Drive to MandawaDestination photograph
DAY 03

Drive to Mandawa

Continue to the next chapter of your journey, with transfers and breaks planned for comfort. Settle into your hotel before exploring locally.

Drive to BikanerDestination photograph
DAY 04

Drive to Bikaner

Continue to the next chapter of your journey, with transfers and breaks planned for comfort. Settle into your hotel before exploring locally.

Drive to JaisalmerDestination photograph
DAY 05

Drive to Jaisalmer

Continue to the next chapter of your journey, with transfers and breaks planned for comfort. Settle into your hotel before exploring locally.

In JaisalmerDestination photograph
DAY 06

In Jaisalmer

Discover the living fort and carved havelis, then head into the desert landscape for a different view of Rajasthan.

A candlelit meal in a heritage courtyard in Jodhpur
DAY 07

Drive to Jodhpur

Continue to the next chapter of your journey, with transfers and breaks planned for comfort. Settle into your hotel before exploring locally.

A panoramic view over Jodhpur
DAY 08

In Jodhpur

Explore Mehrangarh Fort and the Blue City’s lanes, with a pause for local food around the old market.

Drive to NarlaiDestination photograph
DAY 09

Drive to Narlai

Continue to the next chapter of your journey, with transfers and breaks planned for comfort. Settle into your hotel before exploring locally.

Visitors at the decorated entrance to City Palace, Udaipur
DAY 10

Drive to Udaipur

Continue to the next chapter of your journey, with transfers and breaks planned for comfort. Settle into your hotel before exploring locally.

A boat passing lakeside buildings in Udaipur
DAY 11

In Udaipur

Visit the City Palace and wander the old town. Leave the late afternoon free for the lake and its changing light.

Drive to BundiDestination photograph
DAY 12

Drive to Bundi

Continue to the next chapter of your journey, with transfers and breaks planned for comfort. Settle into your hotel before exploring locally.

Visitors beside the lake below Amber Fort
DAY 13

Drive to Jaipur

Continue to the next chapter of your journey, with transfers and breaks planned for comfort. Settle into your hotel before exploring locally.

Visitors admiring painted architectural details
DAY 14

In Jaipur

Discover Amber Fort, the City Palace and Jaipur’s colourful bazaars. Add a craft encounter or a relaxed regional meal.

A visitor enjoying a view of the Taj Mahal
DAY 15

Drive to Agra

Continue to the next chapter of your journey, with transfers and breaks planned for comfort. Settle into your hotel before exploring locally.

In Agra
DAY 16

In Agra

See the Taj Mahal in the early light and explore Agra Fort, with time to appreciate the city’s Mughal craftsmanship.

Visitors at Humayun’s Tomb in Delhi
DAY 17

Drive to Delhi & Departure

Your private transfer is arranged around your departure. Allow a comfortable connection, or extend the journey with another Indian region.

The sequence is a suggested plan. Flights, permits, opening days, weather and local conditions may require adjustments; your final itinerary will confirm arrangements.

We schedule the Taj Mahal visit around its Friday closure.

Selected places to stay

Hotel ideas for your journey

Hotel inspiration across different budgets. Your quotation will specify the property and room category included.

A different pace? A favourite hotel?

Tell us what you would change. These journeys are designed to be adapted to your interests, time and style.

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