Slow Travel through Hidden Rajasthan

Day 4-5: Agra – Chambal

Early this morning you will be transferred from your hotel to the railway station to board the Gatimaan Express to Agra. On arrival, meet your guide and visit the world-famous Taj Mahal (closed Fridays), the breathtaking Mughal masterpiece built by Emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his beloved queen Mumtaz Mahal and often described as a timeless monument to love.

In the afternoon, continue by road to Chambal and check into your charming rural retreat and enjoy time at leisure.

Spend your next morning on a serene river safari on the Chambal River, where the gentle pace offers excellent opportunities to spot gharials, turtles, a rich variety of resident and migratory birds, and occasionally the rare Gangetic river dolphin surfacing nearby. Visit the traditional village of Holipura and the nearby Bateshwar temples, unhurriedly exploring these charming locations while soaking in the timeless rhythms of rural India.

Day 9-11: Jaipur

After saying goodbye to your impressive fort, you will be driven four hours to Jaipur – the capital of Rajasthan. Known as the ‘pink city’ because of the pink paint applied to buildings in its walled city, Jaipur is steeped in history and culture and the past comes alive here in magnificent forts and palaces, where once maharajas lived.  

Spend time visiting the stunning Amber Fort, City Palace, Jantar Mantar, and drive past Hawa Mahal. End your day with a walking tour of Old Jaipur, enjoying some street food as you meander along.  The bazaars in the old city of Jaipur feature some of the best sights that the city has to offer. You will be taken through the labyrinth of colourful alleys where artisans make puppets, bangles, and other local handicrafts.

Day 14-16: Jodhpur

Drive around two hours to Jodhpur and spend the rest of the day relaxing at the stunning centrally located hotel we have chosen. With your guide, visit Mehrangargh Fort, one of the largest forts in India, peerless in terms of its grandeur and beauty. Close to the fort is the 19th century royal cenotaph, Jaswant Thada, a stunning creation in white marble which displays rare portraits of Jodhpur’s rulers.

Be wowed by Jodhpur’s famed ‘blue city’ on a guided walking tour, down meandering alleyways, crowded bazaars, exploring each nook and cranny at your own pace. There is so much so see, do and explore in Jodhpur, so we have included an extra day to experience more with your guide. Or choose to relax by the pool at your hotel and enjoy some down-time.

Day 19-21: Udaipur

Drive to the impressive Jain temples of Ranakpur around two hours away. Built in the 15th century, Ranakpur temples are one of the most holy places for Jain pilgrimage.

Continue onwards to Udaipur, staying three nights in a beautiful and luxurious fort hotel on the outskirts of the city. Enjoy a private guided tour around Udaipur City, visiting the City Palace, Sahelion-ki-Bari and Jagdish Temple.

The huge city palace, towering over the lake, is the largest palace complex in Rajasthan. Be awed by the beautiful gardens of Sahelion-ki-Bari, with beautiful lawns, lotus pools, marble pavilions and marble elephant-shaped fountains. Explore Jagdish temple with its distinct Indo-Aryan style and black stone image of Lord Vishnu as Jagannath, the creator of the universe.

Your final hotel is a wonderful place to relax, book spa treatments and enjoy the final few days of delicious north Indian cuisine.