Destinations: Delhi, Mandawa, Bikaner, Osian, Jaisalmer, Jodhpur, Ranakpur, Mt Abu, Udaipur, Pushkar, Jaipur and Agra

Duration: 17 Nights & 18 Days

Overview

Itinerary

By Vacationer India Tour

India’s rich history, culture, and architectural magnificence will be fully experienced during this enthralling 17-day trip across Rajasthan and Delhi. After being greeted warmly in Delhi, you will tour the vibrant old city as well as the contemporary appeal of New Delhi, stopping at sites like Qutub Minar, Red Fort, and Jama Masjid. From there, you see regal havelis and historic temples as you travel through the vibrant traditions of Mandawa and Bikaner. As you proceed to Jaisalmer, Jodhpur, and Udaipur, you will come across captivating palaces, forts, and Jain temples, such as the well-known Kumbhalgarh Fort and the charming City Palace in Udaipur. You will see the Amber Fort and Jantar Mantar in Jaipur, often known as the “Pink City,” before continuing on to Taj Mahal in Agra.

🌆 Tour Highlights:

Delhi: Go to Humayun's Tomb, Qutub Minar, Red Fort, and the famous Jama Masjid. Discover the splendor of Connaught Place and the busy streets of Chandni Chowk.
Mandawa: Explore the ancient Shekhawati Village and take in the vibrant havelis with elaborate frescoes that tell tales from the life of Lord Krishna.
Bikaner: See the magnificent Bhandeswar Jain Temple and the imposing Junagarh Fort. For a unique camel experience, go to a camel breeding farm.
Jaisalmer: Discover the magnificent Jain Temples, Patwon Ki Haveli, and the glittering Jaisalmer Fort. Take in the sunset over Gadsisar Lake's sand dunes while riding a camel.
Jodhpur: See the magnificent Mandor Gardens and Umaid Bhawan Palace. Experience the splendor of Mehrangarh Fort's architecture while taking in the arid landscape.
Udaipur: See Jag Mandir, Lake Pichola, and the majestic City Palace. Admire the magnificent architecture of Jagdish Temple and the tranquil serenity of Eklingji Temple.
Jaipur: See the magnificent Jantar Mantar observatory, City Palace, and Amber Fort. Discover the thriving local marketplaces for textiles, jewelry, and handicrafts.
Agra: Experience Iconic Landmarks: Take in the Red Fort, Amber Fort, and the magnificent Taj Mahal at dawn, all of which showcase India's magnificent architecture and rich history.
Cultural experiences: Experience the local way of life, traditional food, and a camel ride across the deserts of Rajasthan.

Day 01 :

ARRIVE AT DELHI

On arrival at Delhi international airport you will be received by our representative then transferred to the hotel. Reach & check-in at the hotel. Overnight stay will be Delhi.

Day 02 :

DELHI

Breakfast will be at the hotel. Thereafter enjoy sightseeing tours of major tourist attractions like Birla Mandir, Qutub Minar, Red Fort, India Gate, the Jama Masjid, Humayun Tomb, and President’s House. In the evening visit Red Fort to witness the impressive light and sound show. Overnight stay will be Delhi.

Day 03 :

DELHI – MANDAWA BY ROAD: 276 KMS.

Next morning after breakfast, drive straight to Mandawa. It is a small, beautiful town known for its beautiful havelis and forts. On reaching Mandawa, check-in at the hotel. After resting and relaxing for a while, move out on an excursion to the magnificent Mandawa Haveli. The intricately painted walls of this place and the detailed work will enthrall you to the fullest. Some of the other popular havelis that must be visited include the Jhunjhunwala Haveli, Hanuman Prasad Goenka Haveli, Gulab Rai Ladia Haveli, Goenka Double Haveli, Murmuria Haveli, and the Mohan Lal Saraf Haveli. Overnight stay will be at Mandawa.

Day 04 :

MANDAWA – BIKANER VIA DESHNOKE (TEMPLE OF RATS)

Breakfast will be at the hotel. Thereafter check-out from the hotel and then drive to Bikaner on the way to visit DESHNOKE (TEMPLE OF RATS).

Continue to drive to Bikaner.

Upon arrival at Bikaner, check-in at the hotel. After relaxing for a while in the room, proceed for a sightseeing tour of Junagarh Fort and Camel breeding center. Overnight stay will be at Bikaner.

Day 05 :

BIKANER – OSIAN BY ROAD: 212 KMS.

Breakfast will be at the hotel. Thereafter check-out from the hotel and then drive to Osian, located in the Thar Desert. Osian, famed for its ancient temples, is the ideal travel destination to launch oneself onto an exciting and exploratory camel safari to be in unison with the mythical ochre of desert in Rajasthan, India. Reach & check-in at camp/tent. After lunch visit OSIYA TEMPLE. Overnight stay will be at Osian.

Day 06 :

JAISALMER BY ROAD: 240 KMS.

In the morning after breakfast, leave for Jaisalmer by surface. The Jaisalmer city commands the major tourist attractions scattered all over Rajasthan. On reaching Jaisalmer, check-in at hotels. After fresh-n-up, you will go out for an excursion to Sand Dunes to enjoy camel ride during sunset in the vast sandy desert. In the evening, you will return back to the hotel for an overnight stay. Overnight stay will be at Jaisalmer.

Day 07 :

JAISALMER

After breakfast, proceed for a sightseeing tour of Jaisalmer. Visit the magnificent Jaisalmer fort, known as Golden fort. It is one of the only living forts in India. Further, we will see the palaces, havelis and temples inside the fort. You can have great views of Jaisalmer town from the terrace of the fort. Later, we will visit Nathmal ji ki Haveli, Salim Singh ji ki Haveli and Patwon ki Haveli. These havelis are one of the best examples of finest designs, architecture and artwork. In the evening, visit local markets in Jaisalmer. Overnight stay will be at Jaisalmer.

Day 08 :

JAISALMER – JODHPUR BY ROAD: 265 KMS.

Breakfast will be at the hotel. Thereafter check-out from the hotel and then drive to Jodhpur. Reach & check-in at hotel. After lunch visit the Mehrangarh Fort, situated on a low sandstone Hill, including Moti-Mahal and Phool Mahal. Also visit Jaswant Thada, an imposing Marble Memoriam built in 1899 and the museum located in the Umaid Public Gardens. Overnight stay will be at Jodhpur.

Day 09 :

: JODHPUR – MT ABU via RANAKPUR

Breakfast will be at the hotel. Thereafter check-out from the hotel and then drive Mount Abu on the way to visit RANAKPUR JAIN TEMPLE. Continue to drive to Mt Abu. Arrive at Mt Abu & check-in at hotel. Rest of the day is free for leisure or to visit the local market. Overnight stay will be at Mt Abu.

Day 10 :

MT ABU

After breakfast, visit the world famous Dilwara Jain Temple, Brahmin Kumari Ashram and Nakki Lake.

Dilwara Temple is a group of outstanding Jain temples. Among all those groups of temples are two temples – Vimal Vasahi and Tejpal Temple. Vimal Vasahi is the oldest temple built in 1031 and devoted to Adinath, the first tirthankar. Later, in 1230 built the 'Tejpal Temple' is devoted to Neminath, the 22nd tirthankara.

Nakki Lake is located in the heart of Mount Abu. According to the legend, the lake was scooped out by a god using only his mails and therefore named as "Nakki". The strange rock formations along the lake are a major attraction among tourists.

You can also visit Gaumukh Temple, Gurushikhar, Peace Park and the other picturesque viewpoints. Overnight stay will be at Mt Abu.

Day 11 :

MT ABU - UDAIPUR BY ROAD: 165 KMS.

Breakfast will be at the hotel. Thereafter check-out from the hotel and then drive to Udaipur.

On arrival at Udaipur check-in hotel. Rest and relax for the day. In the evening, enjoy boat ride at the Pichola Lake. Overnight stay will be at Udaipur.

Day 12 :

UDAIPUR

Breakfast will be at the hotel. Thereafter enjoy a city tour of Udaipur. Visit some of the major tourist hotspots covering the City Palace Museum, Sahelion Ki Bari, Bhartiya Lok Kala Mandal, Folk Art Museum and Jagdish Temple. In the evening visit The Grand City Palace on the banks of the lake along with the Monsoon Palace on the hill above that enhances the beauty of this magnificent city. Overnight stay will be at Udaipur.

Day 13 :

UDAIPUR – PUSHKAR BY ROAD: 286 KMS.

Breakfast will be at the hotel. Thereafter check-out from the hotel and then drive to the holy city of Pushkar. The city is one of the most sacred Hindu towns in India. Upon reaching Pushkar, check-in the hotel. After lunch, visit the famous Pushkar lake, which is supposed to be the only worship place of Lord Brahma ji in the world. Also visit Lord Brahma temple and Cattle fair ground where every year world Famous Pushkar Cattle fair is held. Evening visit the local market. Overnight stay will be at Pushkar.

Day 14 :

PUSHKAR – JAIPUR BY ROAD: 140 KMS.

Breakfast will be at the hotel. Thereafter check-out from the hotel and then drive to Jaipur. Reach & check-in at hotel. Rest of the day will be at leisure. Overnight stay will be at Jaipur.

Day 15 :

JAIPUR

Breakfast will be at the hotel. Thereafter take an excursion to the Amber Fort which is accompanied with the exciting elephant ride. The afternoon remains busy with the city tour featuring City Palace along with the Royal Observatory, Central Museum, Birla Mandir and Hawal Mahal. Overnight stay will be at Jaipur.

Day 16 :

JAIPUR – AGRA BY ROAD: 250 KMS.

Breakfast will be at the hotel. Thereafter check-out from the hotel and then drive to Agra on the way to visit ABHANERI and FATEHPUR SIKRI.

Continue to drive to Agra.

Upon arrival at Agra, check-in at the hotel. Rest of the day will be at leisure. Overnight stay will be at Agra.

Day 17 :

AGRA – DELHI BY ROAD: 220 KMS.

Breakfast will be at the hotel. Thereafter enjoy sightseeing tours of TAJ MAHAL and AGRA FORT.

In the afternoon drive to Delhi.

Arrive at Delhi & check-in at hotel. Overnight stay will be at Delhi.

Day 18 :

DELHI – DEPARTURE

Breakfast will be at the hotel. Thereafter check-out from the hotel and then transfer to Delhi international airport to board a flight for your onward destination.