Explore Old Delhi, Admire the havelis of Shekhawati, Meet the reincarnations of local tribespeople at Karni Mata, Bask in the warm glow of Jaisalmer's city walls, Shop in a Jodphur bazaar, Visit the royal residence of Bhenswara, Admire the marble carvings of Jain temple, Fall in love with romantic Udaipur, Sing along to a Bollywood movie, Birdwatch in the Keoladeo Bird Sanctuary,
Among the deserts, bazaars and forts of Rajasthan, India at her most colourful. This is a land where massive hilltop fortresses seem to rise up from the desert, and markets are awhirl with locals dressed in the brightest shades of red, yellow and pink. This is a land of lakeside holy towns, manicured moustaches, Maharajas' palaces and traditional rural scenes. From the beauty of the Taj Mahal to a night under the stars on a desert camel safari, a journey through Rajasthan promises to be a true adventure.
Physical Rating: 2 Culture Shock Rating: 3 Accommodation: Guesthouses/hotels (19 nts), camping (1 nt), overnight train (1 nt) Transportation: Overnight train, jeep, taxi, local bus, auto and cycle rickshaw, camel Trip Style: Intrepid Original Group Size: Maximum of 12 travellers per group Departure: Departure is guaranteed Budget: Allow USD $300 for meals not included.
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With historical sites from many different eras and a vibrant street life, Delhi offers a perfect introduction to India.
Days 3-4
Shekhawati
The colourful havelis of this desert region date back to the days of the great camel caravans, when local merchants commissioned artists to decorate their houses.
Days 5-6
Bikaner
Journey into the Thar Desert to Bikaner and the Karni Mata rat temple.
Days 7-9
Jaisalmer
The golden stone houses of Jaisalmer make for spectacular viewing at sunrise and sunset. Get a taste of Rajasthani nomadic life on an overnight camel safari.
Days 10-11
Jodhpur
Home to the colossal Meherangarh Fort, Jodhpur also has one of the oldest and most interesting bazaars in India.
Day 12
Bhenswara
At day's end, enjoy a hot chai while watching shepherds return from the fields with their livestock.
Day 13
Ranakpur
Nestled in the lush Aravali mountains is the tranquil town of Ranakpur, home to a beautiful white marble temple.
Days 14-16
Udaipur
Explore the unbelievable treasures of the royal palace and take in a cultural dance show in the bohemian city of Udaipur.
Days 17-18
Jaipur
The magical Palace of the Winds is a graceful building in the pink city of Jaipur. Catch a Bollywood movie at a local cinema.
Day 19
Keoladeo Bird Sanctuary
Listen for the sound of birdcalls in the forests and wetlands of Keoladeo Ghana National Park. See the sights from a cycle-rickshaw.
Visit Agra's Red Fort and meet a local carpet maker before returning to Delhi.
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