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Rajasthan: Delhi, Agra, Jaipur, Jodhpur & Udaipur — 11 Days
A journey through six cities across Rajasthan and Uttar Pradesh, featuring the Taj Mahal, royal palaces, and lakeside heritage sites over 11 days.
This 11-day itinerary moves through northern India's principal heritage cities, beginning in Delhi and ending in Udaipur. The route connects the Mughal monuments of Delhi and Agra—including the Taj Mahal and Agra Fort—with the palace complexes and forts of Rajasthan's Pink City (Jaipur), the spiritual centre of Pushkar, the blue-painted city of Jodhpur with its Mehrangarh Fort, and the lake city of Udaipur. The itinerary includes stops at Fatehpur Sikri, an abandoned Mughal city, and the marble Jain temples of Ranakpur. Days are structured around guided city tours, temple visits, and boat rides, with accommodation in heritage hotels and daily breakfast included. A private English-speaking guide accompanies the group throughout; private air-conditioned vehicles handle all transfers and intercity travel.
Highlights
- Sunrise visit to the Taj Mahal in Agra, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
- Guided tour of Old and New Delhi, including the Jama Masjid, Raj Ghat, India Gate, Humayun's Tomb, and Qutub Minar
- Amber Fort in Jaipur with views across the city and surrounding hills
- Mehrangarh Fort in Jodhpur, one of Rajasthan's largest hilltop forts
- Brahma Temple and lakeside ghats in Pushkar, India's principal centre of Brahma worship
- Boat ride on Lake Pichola in Udaipur with views of Jag Mandir and the Lake Palace
- City Palace complexes in both Jaipur and Udaipur, still partially occupied by royal families
- Marble Jain temples at Ranakpur, en route from Jodhpur to Udaipur
- Hawa Mahal and local bazaars in Jaipur's old quarter
- Jaswant Thada and Sardar Market in Jodhpur
Day by day
1Arrival in DelhiDelhi Airport · a hotel in the city
Arrival at Delhi Airport is followed by transfer to a hotel in the city. The remainder of the day is unscheduled, allowing time to rest after travel.
2Delhi: Mughal and Modern MonumentsJama Masjid · Raj Ghat · India Gate · Humayun's Tomb · Qutub Minar · Parliament House · President's Estate
A full-day guided tour covers Old and New Delhi, visiting the Jama Masjid, Raj Ghat, India Gate, Humayun's Tomb, and Qutub Minar, with a drive past Parliament House and the President's Estate.
3Delhi to Agra: Taj Mahal and Mughal MonumentsAgra · Taj Mahal · Agra Fort · Tomb of Itmad-ud-Daulah
After breakfast, drive south to Agra (200 km). Visit the Taj Mahal, Agra Fort, and the Tomb of Itmad-ud-Daulah. Evening at leisure. Overnight in Agra.
4Agra to Jaipur via Fatehpur SikriAgra to Jaipur · Fatehpur Sikri · heritage hotel in Jaipur
Drive to Jaipur, stopping at Fatehpur Sikri, an abandoned Mughal city. Visit palaces and courtyards before checking in to your heritage hotel in Jaipur for the night.
5Jaipur: Amber Fort, Palaces, and Pink City MarketsAmber Fort · City Palace · Jantar Mantar · Hawa Mahal · local bazaars
A guided tour visits Amber Fort, City Palace, Jantar Mantar, and Hawa Mahal. Visit local bazaars and taste traditional Rajasthani cuisine before an overnight stay in Jaipur.
6Jaipur to Pushkar: Brahma Temple and Sacred LakePushkar · Brahma Temple · the ghats
Drive 145 kilometres west to Pushkar, a pilgrimage town centred on its sacred lake and the Brahma Temple. Visit the ghats where pilgrims bathe and pray, experiencing the town's quieter spiritual character.
7Pushkar to Jodhpur: Mehrangarh Fort and the Blue CityPushkar to Jodhpur · Mehrangarh Fort · Jaswant Thada · Sardar Market · heritage hotel
Travel 185 kilometres to Jodhpur. Visit Mehrangarh Fort, the hilltop fortress dominating the city, then Jaswant Thada's white marble cenotaph and Sardar Market's bustling bazaar. Settle into a heritage hotel.
8Jodhpur to Udaipur via Ranakpur's Marble TemplesUdaipur · Ranakpur's Jain temples · hotel overlooking Lake Pichola
Drive to Udaipur, stopping at Ranakpur's Jain temples, renowned for marble carving and intricate architecture. Arrive in the lakeside city and settle into your hotel overlooking Lake Pichola.
9Udaipur: City Palace, Temples, and Lake PicholaCity Palace · Lake Pichola · Jagdish Temple · Saheliyon Ki Bari gardens
Visit City Palace, Jagdish Temple, and Saheliyon Ki Bari gardens. A boat ride on Lake Pichola offers views of Jag Mandir and the Lake Palace.
10Udaipur: Leisure Daythe hotel · Shilpgram · local shops
The day is unscheduled. Guests may rest at the hotel, visit remaining sites such as Shilpgram (a cultural park displaying Rajasthani crafts and architecture), use spa facilities, or browse for handicrafts and textiles in local shops.
11Udaipur to Delhi and DepartureUdaipur · Udaipur Airport
After breakfast, transfer to Udaipur Airport for a flight to Delhi. Connection with international flights or onward travel follows. The itinerary concludes in Delhi.
Where you go
- 1Agra
- 2Taj Mahal
- 3Agra Fort
- 4Fatehpur Sikri
- 5Amber Fort
- 6City Palace
- 7Jantar Mantar
- 8Hawa Mahal
- 9Pushkar
- 10Brahma Temple
- 11Mehrangarh Fort
- 12Jaswant Thada
- 13Sardar Market
- 14Udaipur
- 15City Palace
- 16Lake Pichola
- 17Jagdish Temple
- 18Udaipur
Included
- Mineral Water Bottles
- Lunch at 5 Star Hotel.
- Preferred Accommodations as Per Package.
- Air Condition Vehicle for All Airport Transfers, Tours and Intercity Travel as Per Itinerary.
- Private English-Speaking Guide,Approved by Ministry of Tourism (Other language guides also available upon request).
- Daily Breakfast at hotel.
- Toll Taxes, Parking, Driver Allowance, Fuel and all applicable taxes.
- Assistance by a dedicated tour manager and associates throughout the tour.