Rajasthan Cultural Tour Package
Jaipur – Pushkar – Jodhpur – Udaipur – Ranakpur – Kumbhalgarh – Bikaner – Jaisalmer
Duration
8 Nights / 9 DaysDescription
Experience the rich culture of India with the 8 Nights 9 Days Rajasthan Cultural Tour Package by Travel People India. This carefully planned travel experience unravels the rich cultural heritage of Rajasthan, interweaving royal history, warm traditions, ancient spirituality, and desert loveliness. From the imperial opulence of Jaipur to holy atmosphere of Pushkar, blue hues of Jodhpur to lakeside romance of Udaipur, and from spiritual peace of Ranakpur to desert majesty of Jaisalmer and Bikaner, the trip offers good understanding of the cultural nuances of Rajasthan.
Regardless of your orientation as a heritage connoisseur, photo artist, or one wishing to experience broader cultural experience during foreign travel, this cultural tour to Rajasthan makes it possible to look beyond the monuments of Rajasthan — in folk, arts, cuisine, festivity, and time-honored tradition.
Hightlight
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Behold the palace glories of Jaipur, such as Amber Fort, City Palace, and Hawa Mahal.
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Prolong the gazing of blue city Jodhpur and awe-inspiring Mehrangarh Fort.
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Take a boat ride on Pichola Lake and see the grand City Palace at Udaipur.
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View exquisitely carved Ranakpur marble temples.
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Explore Kumbhalgarh Fort and witness a cultural evening with folk performances.
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Relish special desert life at Jaisalmer with havelis and sand dunes.
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Experience camel rides, ethnic dances, and Rajasthani cuisine in the Thar Desert.
Included
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Accommodation in luxury heritage or boutique hotels
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Daily breakfast and dinner
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Private air-conditioned car for all transfers and sightseeing
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Professional guides for city tours
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Camel safari and cultural performance at Sam Sand Dunes
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Boat ride on Lake Pichola
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Folk show in Kumbhalgarh
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All tolls, taxes, and driver allowances
Not Included
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Airfare/train fare
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Monument entrance fees
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Personal expenses such as laundry, tips, or drink
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All items not included under "Inclusions"
Itinerary
DAY 01 - Jaipur – Welcome to the Pink City
Your cultural tour to Rajasthan starts in Jaipur, the picturesque capital of Rajasthan. You will be greeted by Travel People India representatives on your arrival and ushered to your hotel. After freshening up, go for a guided city tour. Visit Amber Fort, which sits atop a hill and has elements of Hindu art style. Visit Sheesh Mahal, Diwan-e-Aam, and Diwan-e-Khas. Visit City Palace, which is a powerful combination of Mughal and Rajasthani architecture. Visit the Jantar Mantar, an astronomical observatory, and view the renowned Hawa Mahal, or Palace of Winds. The afternoon is reserved for traditional Rajasthani dinner and local shopping in Johari Bazaar. Overnight at Jaipur.
DAY 02 - Pushkar – A Spirit Sojourn from Jaipur
Breakfast drive to Pushkar, a city dating from one of India's earliest stages of civilization and most famous for the sacred lake and Temple of Brahma. Upon arrival, check into your hotel. Begin the day with discovery at Pushkar Lake, which is flanked by over 50 ghats and hundreds of temples. Explore the Brahma Temple, the world's only temple dedicated to Lord Brahma. Stroll through the colorful Pushkar bazaars filled with handicraft shops, textile stores, and souvenir shops. Take part in the evening' aarti ceremony at the ghats — a peaceful spiritual ceremony. Overnight stay at Pushkar.
DAY 03 - Travels from Pushkar to Jodhpur – The Blue City
Breakfast, and drive to Jodhpur, the gateway to the Thar Desert and the land of magnificent forts and blue-hued streets. Upon arrival, check into your hotel and begin sightseeing. Visit the imposing Mehrangarh Fort, towering over the city with majestic views and museums housing royal memorabilia. Visit Jaswant Thada, the white marble mausoleum, and Umaid Bhawan Palace, in which part remains occupied by the royal family. Browse the busy streets of old city near the Clock Tower and visit the colorful Sardar Market. Night stay at Jodhpur.
DAY 04 - Udaipur from Jodhpur through Ranakpur – Jain Marvels
Breakfast, followed by a drive to Udaipur, visiting Ranakpur along the way to view its stunning Jain temples, renowned for their exquisite marble work and 1444 delicately ornamented pillars. Drive to Udaipur, the scenic "City of Lakes". Check in to your hotel upon arrival and take an evening stroll around Fateh Sagar Lake or just rest at the hotel for a while. Overnight in Udaipur.
DAY 05 - Udaipur City Sightseeing – The City of Romance
Breakfast alfresco and explore Udaipur's cultural and historical gems. Begin at the vast City Palace complex of courtyards, museums, and Lake Pichola vistas. Adjacent to the Jagdish Temple, an Indo-Aryan temple, and Saheliyon Ki Bari, a beautiful ladies' garden. Sunset boat ride on Lake Pichola, drifting above Jag Mandir and Lake Palace, with the ambiance that stirs Udaipur's romantic soul. Night in Udaipur.
DAY 06 - Udaipur to Kumbhalgarh – Great Wall of India
Breakfast, followed by a drive to Kumbhalgarh, place of the magnificent fort of Kumbhalgarh, whose wall stretches for more than 36 km, second only to the Great Wall of China. Visit Badal Mahal, the highest point on the fort, and the various ancient temples within. In the late afternoon or early evening, enjoy a folk cultural programme and a Rajasthani lunch. Departure at Kumbhalgarh.
DAY 07 - Bikaner - Desert Royalty
Drive from breakfast to Bikaner, the royal desert city. Upon check-in, visit Junagarh Fort, an unconquered citadel of beauty and power. Visit Lalgarh Palace, Bhandasar Jain Temple, and the peculiar Camel Breeding Farm. Proceed to the bazaars of the old city to behold the celestial Rajasthani artwork and delicacies like bhujia and rasgullas Night stop at Bikaner.
DAY 08 - Bikaner to Jaisalmer – The Golden Mirage
After an early morning breakfast, drive through the heart of the Thar Desert to arrive at Jaisalmer. Relax in your hotel and visit Gadisar Lake in the evening, a peaceful and picturesque place. Walk around the Vyas Chhatri — a perfect sunset spot with a bird's-eye view of the golden city. Enjoy a Rajasthani dinner and folk music at your hotel. Overnight stay at Jaisalmer.
DAY 09 - Jaisalmer Sightseeing & Departure
Start the day by taking a tour of Jaisalmer Fort, India's only living fort that is occupied. Explore Patwon Ki Haveli, Nathmal Ki Haveli, and Salim Singh Ki Haveli — all are architectural and cultural masterpieces. Evening at Sam Sand Dunes to have a camel or jeep safari, sunset cultural entertainment in terms of folk music and Kalbelia dance set against the backdrop of stars. Later, you’ll be transferred to Jaisalmer Railway Station or Airport, marking the end of your memorable journey with Travel People India.
