Rajasthan
The "Land of Kings," enchanting with desert forts, lakeside palaces and vividly colored cities.
Rajasthan lies in northwestern India, with the Thar Desert covering its west, and is the historic homeland of the Rajput kingdoms. The "Pink City" of Jaipur has Amber Fort and Hawa Mahal; the "Blue City" of Jodhpur is overlooked by Mehrangarh Fort; the "City of Lakes," Udaipur, is famed for its romantic lakeside palaces; and the "Golden City" of Jaisalmer offers camel rides deep into the desert. The holy lake town of Pushkar hosts a camel fair every year, and Ranthambore National Park offers tiger viewing. The best season is October to March; summers are scorching. Jaipur Airport is convenient, and the city is connected to Delhi by rail and road.
Destinations
Itineraries
- Grand Rajasthan Desert & Forts Loop – A grand loop from Delhi covering Shekhawati, desert fortresses, Udaipur, Pushkar, and Jaipur.
- Delhi, Agra & Jaipur Golden Triangle – A classic loop from Delhi to the Taj Mahal and the Pink City, perfect for first-time visitors to North India.
- Vrindavan, Mathura & Agra Pilgrimage – A short trip south from Delhi to the Krishna pilgrimage sites of Braj, followed by the Taj Mahal in Agra.
- Delhi to Varanasi Ganges Plains Cultural Route – A cultural journey from Delhi to Varanasi via Agra, Orchha, and Khajuraho.
- Central India Heritage Trail: Delhi to Indore – A cultural journey heading south from Delhi through Gwalior, Khajuraho, and Sanchi to Malwa.