Synonymous with magnificence, Rajasthan is a unique treasure. Luring travelers to explore the mighty forts, royal palaces, beautiful temples, national parks, villages and the stark Thar Desert, the royal state is magical. To experience bliss, the Magnificent Rajasthan itinerary offers a 6 days and 5 nights’ tour providing a glimpse of architectural wonders, luxury, grandeur and culture. The tour covers ‘Pink City’ Jaipur, Jodhpur famous or its blue buildings, Jaisalmer and Bikaner providing charming getaways to the desert expanse of Rajasthan. For complete information go through the detailed itinerary given below.
Trip Highlights
Jodhpur sightseeing including Mehrangarh Fort
City tour of Jaisalmer
Camel Safari at the Thar Desert
Tour of the royal Laxmi Niwas Palace
Visit the National Research Center on Camel
Jaipur City Tour along with Amer Fort
Itinerary Details
Upon your arrival in Jodhpur, check into the hotel.
Located in the western region of Rajasthan, Jodhpur is one of the most popular cities in the
state of Rajasthan. It is also known as the ‘Blue City’ because it has many houses painted in
blue.
The magnificent and formidable Mehrangarh Fort dominates the sky line of the city. Built
entirely of red sandstones, the fort is perched atop of a hill. Standing as a testimony to
various battles and bloodshed, the strong walls of the fort seem to have many secrets buried in.
The fort has palatial period rooms, extensive courtyards and alluring latticed windows. Several
sections of the fort preserve the priceless belongings of the royals such as arms, palanquins,
artifacts and textiles.
Later, take a short walk from the Mehrangarh Fort to reach another prominent landmark of the
city-Jaswant Thada. It is a shimmering white marble mausoleum that was built in the memory of
Maharaja Jaswant Singh II.
Jodhpur is equally popular for its local markets. The Sardar Market is located near the clock
tower in the city and is quite famous for its textiles in different prints, leather footwear and
artifacts. Apart from exploring the local markets, the astonishing art & craft will give you a
brief about the city’s true essence.
Later, return to the hotel for overnight stay.
Today, check out of the hotel and drive the next
destination ‘Jaisalmer’. Founded by Maharana Jaisal Singh, a Rajput Singh in 1156 AD, the city
derives its name from the ruler itself.
A part of the Great Indian Thar Desert, the city is dotted by several Havelis that were built by
the royal merchants of the city.
Upon arrival in Jaisalmer, check into the hotel. The rest of the day is free for leisure
activities. Stay overnight in the hotel.
Today, in the morning, embark on a sightseeing tour of Jaisalmer. The city is quite famous for
the Jaisalmer Fort, also known as Sonar Quila. The town bustles with various shops, hotels and
ancient havelis and is considered as the only living fort in India. Inside this fort, visit the
Raj Mahal (royal palace), the Laxminath Temple and several Jain temples. The palace museum has a
huge collection of the items belonging to the royal era.
Other attractions that you will visit include Patwon-ki-Haveli, Gadsisar Lake (built in the 14th
century by Maharawal Gadsi for the conservation of rain water) and Sam Sand Dunes.
Later in the evening, drive 45 km to the west of the city to visit Sam Sand Dunes. A camel ride
to the Sunset Point (direct payment basis) can be an unforgettable experience.
Thereafter in the evening, drive 45 kilometers to the west of the city to visit Sam Sand Dunes.
A camel ride to the Sunset Point is an experience par excellence. Stay overnight in the hotel.
In the morning, proceed to the next destination Bikaner in Rajasthan. A vast expanse of
glistening desert, the city lies in the northern region of the state. It was founded by the
Rathore Prince- Rao Bikaji in 1488 AD. Famous for Camel Safaris, it boasts of the world’s
largest Camel research and breeding farm.
After reaching Bikaner, take a trip to the massive Junagarh Fort. The fort was built in 1593 AD
by Raja Rai Singh- the sixth ruler of the city. Some of the striking palaces inside the fort are
Anup Mahal, Ganga Niwas and Rang Mahal. Moreover, you can discover the rich treasures of the
bygone era in the museum.
Thereafter, visit the Laxmi Niwas Palace, an erstwhile residence of the former ruler- Maharaja
Ganga Singh. It is a wonderful example of Indo-Saracenic style and now serves as a luxury hotel.
Thereafter, also visit the National Research Center on Camel. Spread over an area of more than
2000 acres, it is one of its kinds in Asia. While spending your time here, you can enrich your
knowledge about Camel, the famous ‘Ship of the Desert’. The centre also has a camel museum that
throws light on the developmental aspects of the research work.
Today in the morning, check out of the hotel and drive to the city of Jaipur. Upon arrival,
check in at the hotel and retire for the day. In the afternoon, leave the hotel and visit the
famous ‘City Palace’. The impressive granite & marble structure offers a perfect blend of Mughal
and Rajput architecture. The famous ‘Chandra Mahal Palace’ in the building is still inhabited by
the former royal family. The ground floor is open to the general public.
There is museum inside the City Palace, which is known as Maharaja Sawai Man Singh II Museum,
and you’ll feel delighted to see the artifacts and items of the former royalty. For display,
there are an array of royal possessions, including arms, costumes, inscriptions and paintings. A
tour to the palace is incomplete without visiting the Govind Devji Temple dedicated to Lord
Krishna.
Later, visit Jantar Mantar- an observatory, where you will find a good collection of complex
instruments that were once used for astronomical studies. It is one of the largest observatories
built by Maharaja Jai Singh II and also listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Return to the hotel for dinner and overnight stay.
In the morning, embark on a road journey to the Amber Fort. En-route to the fort, halt for a
visit to Hawa Mahal. Hawa Mahal is a prominent tourist attraction in the city. The windows of
the monument built through honeycombed pink sandstone were once used by the royal ladies to
watch royal processions passing the streets.
Feel the luxury enjoyed by the royals as you take an elephant ride up to the Amber Fort. Nestled
atop of a hill, the grand fort impresses visitors at the first sight. Discover the history as
you move through large gates, expansive courtyards and palatial period rooms.
Later, check out of the hotel and return back home with everlasting memories from the trip.