Jaipur – Samode- Mandawa– Bikaner Villages- Khimsar- Bishnoi Villages (Jodhpur) -Udaipur Rural Belt.
Rajasthan Village Life Experience is an exclusive experience that will leave you in the core of rural Rajasthan, where there is still a tradition, culture and simplicity that flourishes. The tour is mostly tailored to tourists who wish to experience the real life of village people, without the hustle and bustle of urban areas and tourist destinations. You will see mud houses, colorful clothing, local crafts, folk music and warm hospitality which characterize rural Rajasthan.
This Rajasthan Village Life Experience provides you with an opportunity to become a local, to communicate with the villagers, to learn their everyday life and to see the ancient traditions. Camel rides at desert villages, pottery and folk performances, every day will have something significant and not to be forgotten. Plan your away-from-it-all trip with Travel People India and explore the musical atmosphere of the villages of Rajasthan.
Tour Highlights
Reach Jaipur and commence your Rajasthan Village Life Experience. Once you check-in, have some rest and get oriented with the culture of Rajasthan in a brief orientation. During the evening, visit the local markets nearby with handcrafts, fabrics and traditional jewellery. You can also have a cultural dinner of local tastes and music. The day will be the prelude to your country trip in the future, as you will get a taste of the colourful traditions of Rajasthan and the traditional hospitality of the people.
Take a trip to Samode, a beautiful village with its traditional beauty and relaxing environment. Lodge in a vintage haveli which embodies royal lifestyle and country living beauty. Stroll along the small village streets, see the way of life and meet people to learn about their traditions. You can also go to some local farms and observe traditional farming. During the evenings, folk music and storytelling events allow experiencing the history and culture of Rajasthan in a picturesque village environment.
Begin your day with a village tour guided through the village where you can see the way of farming, cattle rearing and ancient craft. Take part in practical activities such as pottery, making local dishes, or experimenting with block printing. Such experiences will enable you to relate well with the local way of life. Get acquainted with families in the village and their traditions and values. This day is really refreshing and meaningful in your Rajasthan Village Life Experience, and is made so by the peaceful setting, the fresh air and the slow rate of life.
Go sightseeing in the neighbouring villages and observe beautiful frescoes narrating history and mythology. Get acquainted with local artisans and learn about the traditional kinds of art that have been preserved over the years. There are also small workshops where crafts, such as tie-dye, and woodwork, are practiced. This day is very visual with a sense of culture and simplicity of the countryside.
Go to Bikaner and visit the surrounding desert villages where people lead a life in challenging but beautiful circumstances. Ride camels through sandy deserts and see how the people living in the villages are accustomed to life in deserts. Tour normal houses constructed using mud and understand more about how to conserve water. Savor a local meal that is simple, yet delicious made of true spices. During the evening, assemble in the open sky and enjoy folk music and dance shows, which will be a part of your magic and memorable Rajasthan Village Life Experience.
Go to Khimsar, a tranquil place with sand dunes and rusticity. Spend a night in a heritage house or eco-resort that is a combination of comfort and tradition. Take a jeep or camel safari across the desert and explore nearby villages to experience life in the remote villages. Talk to people in the area and understand their way of doing things and how they survive. This day is ideal to relax and have a closer connection with the culture as there is a lot of serenity, golden hills, and skies full of stars.
Go to Bishnoi villages in and around Jodhpur, where people are environmentally friendly and are keen on conservation of nature. Get to know the Bishnoi community and their special culture, such as preserving animals and trees. Pay a visit to local houses and observe local weaving and handicrafts. And you can also find wildlife such as deer and birds in the wild. The day can provide a valuable insight into sustainable life and is among the most valuable aspects of your trip.
Take a tour to Udaipur and visit local villages and tribal villages. Explore another face of the culture of Rajasthan with traditional farming, music and handicraft. Go to village houses and mingle with households to know how they live. You can also engage in cooking/crafts. The picturesque landscape of the territory and the rich culture form an ideal combination of rest and cultural experience, and you will have invaluable memories.
Wake up to a serene morning, with village scenes and country air before your eyes. Have a last traditional breakfast and take a look back on your trip. The Rajasthan Village Life Experience provides you with valuable memories, cultural knowledge and a better attachment to rural India. Having left Udaipur with a restful mind, expanded worldview and a heartfelt memory of the wonderful experiences in the villages of colorful Rajasthan.
