Famously known as the land of Royals, Rajasthan is a prominent attraction for many travel enthusiasts in India. This is the best 8 nights 9 days tour package covering the famous heritage cities of Rajasthan – Jaipur, Pushkar, Jodhpur, and Udaipur. The journey starts from the Pink City of India, Jaipur which is also the capital of Rajasthan, and gradually proceeds towards the spiritual Pushkar city of the state. Next head towards the popular Blue City of Rajasthan Jodhpur and lastly make a way for the state’s renowned lake city of Udaipur.
Day 1: Jaipur Arrival
Your arrival at Jaipur International Airport will be warmly greeted by our experienced tour representative. Get escorted to your pre-decided hotel in Jaipur for checking in and relaxing.
If time and energy allow, you can proceed for a guided half-day tour of the city. This will include a visit to Birla Temple, also known as Laxmi Narayan Temple, which is dedicated to Lord Vishnu and Goddess Laxmi. Next to it is the Moti Dungri Ganesh Temple, which is one of the famous temples in Jaipur dedicated to Lord Ganesha. Later, visit the Albert Hall Museum built during the reign of Sawai Madho Singh II. The museum displays an excellent collection of ancient artifacts and more in the 16 art galleries. Then, return to the hotel for an overnight stay in Jaipur.
Day 2: In Jaipur
The next morning, get ready after breakfast and leave for a city tour. Begin with a visit to Amber Fort or Amer Fort nestled on the Aravalli Hill Ranges and overlooking Maota Lake. Inside the fortress lies the famous Sheesh Mahal, which is featured in many Bollywood movies. The mirror palace of Amber Fort is one of the most photogenic attractions in Jaipur. Next, take a stop by Jal Mahal to see its splendid architectural work and then return to the walled city to visit Hawa Mahal featuring intricately carved 953 small windows.
After lunch, visit the City Palace reflecting the finest fusion of Mughal and Rajput styles of architecture. It is one of the largest royal palaces in India and occupies one-seventh part of the old city of Jaipur. Your next stoppage will be at the renowned UNESCO World Heritage astronomical observatory, which displays a collection of 19 architectural instruments and the largest sundial. After the tour, stroll around the colorful bazaars to shop for local handicrafts, textiles, and more.
Later on, head back to the hotel for a relaxing night's stay in Jaipur.
Day 3: Pushkar Transfers
Today, you will be heading towards Pushkar, which is approximately 148 kilometers from Jaipur. Enjoy a comfortable drive of 2 to 3 hrs. To reach Pushkar and complete the check-in procedure.
After a while, start with your city tour and first embark on the sacred Pushkar Lake set amidst the beautiful hills. It is believed to be a place where taking a dip will wash off your sins. The next visit will be to the rarest Brahma Temple dedicated to Lord Brahma, which attracts Hindu pilgrims from across the globe. In the evening attend the aarti ceremony at the ghats of Pushkar Lake which is lit up with lamps. The spiritual chants at this time bring utmost peace to mind, body, and soul.
Post a spiritual tour of Pushkar, and head back to the hotel for a comfortable night's stay.
Day 4: Jodhpur Transfer
After a hearty breakfast, leave for a journey to the Blue City, Jodhpur. The city is approximately 214 kilometers away from Pushkar and a road trip will take around 4 hrs. to reach there.
On arrival, get transferred to the hotel for completing the check-in process and freshen up. Then start with a guided Jodhpur sightseeing tour covering the flamboyant Mehrangarh Fort which overlooks the old city and offers splendid blue hues of the old city. The main highlights of the fort are its impressive carvings on the walls, glorious past, striking palaces, museums, and galleries that attract tourists from all over the world.
Post this, return to the hotel to catch up on some rest for overnight.
Day 5: In Jodhpur
Begin your day with a healthy breakfast and then go out for a wonderful Jodhpur Sightseeing Tour. The first attraction on this tour is Jaswant Thada built in honor of Maharaja Jaswant Singh I by his son Maharaja Sardar Singh in 1899. The next visit will be to the Umaid Bhawan Palace which is the world’s largest private residence in India. A part of this royal palace is a museum displaying a rich collection of photographs, arms, clocks, and a lot more.
After getting mesmerized by these main attractions of Jodhpur, proceed for visiting Toorji ka Jhalra which is the famous ancient stepwell in Rajasthan. Post this, and return to the hotel for a good night's sleep.
Day 6: Udaipur Transfer via Ranakpur
The next morning, wake up fresh and get ready to embark on a journey ahead for Udaipur via Ranakpur. A road trip from Jodhpur to Udaipur will take around 4 hrs. to cover 294 kilometers of distance. On your way to Udaipur, take a break from the journey at Ranakpur Jain Temples. The finest architecture of temples consists of 29 halls and is one of the most important of the five major pilgrimage centers of Jainism. Then resume a drive to Udaipur and get transferred to the hotel for a relaxing and comfortable night's stay.
Day 7: In Udaipur
After a healthy breakfast, gear up for a wonderful day in the Lake City of Rajasthan – Udaipur. Start with visiting the iconic City Palace of Udaipur which offers panoramic views of Pichola Lake and serene surroundings from the top of the palace. The vast palace complex holds 11 small palaces, which are homogenous in architectural style and show murals, silver works, marble works, inlay works, and others.
Then visit the Jagdish Temple – one of the famous holy shrines in Udaipur, dedicated to Lord Vishnu. Next is the Saheliyon ki Bari Garden where you can click photographs in the scenic environment featuring marble elephants, fountains, and kiosks in the garden area. Monsoon Palace will be the next attraction, from where you can see the bird-eye view of the lake city.
End your day by driving back to the hotel for a comfortable night's stay.
Day 8: Kumbhalgarh Excursion
Today you will be enjoying a great excursion to the renowned Kumbhalgarh Fort. Enjoy a drive of 84 kilometers by car and reach there in 2 hrs. On the Aravalli hill range, Kumbhalgarh Fort was cleverly set on a hilltop offering magnificent views of the city from its strategic position to the erstwhile Mewar kings. It is one of the famous five hill forts of Rajasthan featured in the list of UNESCO’s world heritage in India. The massive fortress is the best place to go for a one-day trip from Udaipur by car.
Later, in the evening, you can now return to your hotel and start packing for your next day's departure.
Day 9: Departure from Udaipur
Today, you will conclude the tour with a transfer to the airport in Udaipur. From there catch a flight connecting to your hometown. The tour and services end here on a memorable note.