Wild Desert Romance in India
Capturing the romance and adventure of India’s golden age, this remarkable cultural journey takes you across
the landscapes of India’s colourful “Land of Kings”, where you will enjoy the hospitality and comforts of some
of the most luxurious and exclusive hotels in Rajasthan.
Journeying by train and private car, you will leave the Mughal and Raj monuments of Delhi behind and travel
across the Thar Desert to Jaisalmer, where you will camp amongst the golden desert dunes. Visit the
spectacular forts of Jaisalmer and Meherangarh, experience the bustling bazaar in Jodphur and take a train
ride through the Khamli Ghats to Deogarh.
Travelling on to the beautiful lake city of Udaipur you’ll pay a visit to the spectacular fort at Kumbhalgarh and
the unforgettable Jain Temple at Ranakpur, before continuing by train to the “Pink City” of Jaipur, home to the
unique Palace of the Winds and the stunning Amber Fort.
Highlights
The romance of Jaisalmer and the desert dunes
Visit the spectacular Meherangarh Fort at Jodhpur and the central bazaar
A train ride through the Khamli Ghats in the footsteps of Kipling
Discover the exquisite delights of Ranakpur Temple
Explore the captivating cities of Udaipur and Jaipur
Tour Includes:
Day use of the Imperial Hotel in Delhi
3 nights luxury tented camp, 5 nights Palace style accommodation, 5 nights luxury boutique hotels
2 overnight train journeys in sleeper class cabin
17 breakfasts, 1 lunch and 2 dinners
Private driver and vehicle
Private guided sightseeing including all entrance fees
Private guided transfers to and from all airports
Driver’s and guide's expenses
Please note the prices shown above are based on two persons sharing a twin or double room
Itinerary
Day 1: Delhi - Jaisalmer
Arrive at Delhi airport and transfer to your hotel. After breakfast you will
have a city tour with your guide, visiting the main cultural and historical
sites of this fascinating city. Highlights include a visit to the new town to
see Rajpati Bhavan and India gate, and in the old town, the spice
market, Jama Majid Mosque and the Red Fort. The tour will end will a
visit to the Raj Ghat memorial to Mahatma Gandhi. You will then be
transferred to the train station to board your overnight train to Jaisalmer.
(B)
Day 2: Jaisalmer
On arrival to Jaisalmer, you will be met off the train and taken to your tented accommodation in the desert. (B)
Day 3: Jaisalmer
Today you will have a full day city tour of Jaisalmer and the surrounding area. The day will start with a visit to
Gadisar Lake with its old temples built between the 16th and 19th Centuries; you will then visit the magnificent
Jaisalmer Fort and the Delwara Jain temples within it. Return to your hotel in the desert. (B)
Day 4: Jaisalmer
At leisure at The Serai. (B)
Day 5: Jaisalmer - Jodhpur
You will be taken by private vehicle from your hotel in Jaisalmer to
Jodhpur, a journey of approximately four and a half hours. (B)
Day 6: Jodhpur- Rohet
Today you will visit the main sights of Jodphur with your local guide
before continuing your journey to Rohet. The day will include a visit to
the Majestic Meherangarh Fort, stopping at the royal cenotaph Jaswhat
Thada en route. The Meherangarh fort sprawls across a 125m high-hill,
and is entered through a series of seven gates built by the reigning
Jodphur Maharajas who each extended to the fort over the centuries.
You will then be taken down to the old city to visit the central bazaar
which sprawls from the clock tower. Transfer to Rohet. (B, D)
Day 7: Rohet
At leisure at the Mihir Garh. A village safari is included in your stay here, details of which can be arranged on
arrival to the hotel. (B, L, D)
Day 8: Rohet - Khamli Ghat - Deogarh
Late morning pick up from your hotel to Marwar Junction where you will
enjoy the regional two hour train ride through the Khamli Ghats and on
to the Aravalli plateau, a journey that was made famous by Rudyard
Kipling's classic tale, The Man Who Would be King. At the end of this
spectacular trip you will be transferred to your hotel in Deogarh (B)
Day 9: Deogarh
Day at leisure. (B)
Day 10: Deogarh - Kumbhalgarh- Ranakpur- Udaipur
This morning you will be picked up from your hotel and transferred to
Udaipur, stopping at various sites of interest en route. You will visit the
stunning Kumbhalgarh 15th Century Fort in the Aravalli Mountains. You
will then continue to the journey to visit Ranakpur, home to a beautiful
15th Century Jain temple made up of 29 halls and 1,444 intricately
carved pillars, after which you will carry on to your hotel in Udaipur. (B)
Day 11: Udaipur
Full day city tour of Udaipur, the Lake City. Your local guide will collect you from your hotel and take you to
visit the highlights of this beautiful city including the City Palace, which was built in 1559 A.D and sits on the
edge of Lake Pichola, the Jagdish Temple, the Garden of the Maid's Honour ; Sahelion Ki Bari, the
remarkable Eklingji Temple located about 22km from the city centre and finally to end the tour you will take
the cruise on the Lake Pichola, passing by Jagniwas Island, which is home to the famous Lake palace hotel
and Jagmindir Island built by Maharaja Jagat Singh. Return to your hotel. (B)
Day 12: Udaipur
Today you will have an intrepid, unusual tour of the 'city of lakes' by hot air balloon; you will be collected from
your hotel by your guide and taken to the launch site. This is a fantastic way to see this beautiful city. (B)
Day 13: Udaipur - Devigarh
This morning you will be picked up from your hotel and transferred to Devigarh. (B)
Day 14; Udaipur - Jaipur
Day at leisure. This evening your guide will take you to the train station in Udaipur for your overnight train
journey to Jaipur, the Pink City. (B)
Day 15: Jaipur
Arrival transfer to your hotel in Jaipur. Day to begin to explore Jaipur at
your own leisure. (B)
Day 16: Jaipur
Today you will have a tour of the 'pink city' of Jaipur, you will be collected from your hotel by your driver and
guide. You will visit the fascinating City Palace Museum, the Palace of the Winds and the old Royal
Observatory built by the founder and namesake of the modern city Jai Singh II. You will also go to the
stunning Amber Fort, 9kms from town. Return to your hotel. (B)
Day 17: Jaipur
This morning you will be picked up from your hotel in Jaipur and transferred to the airport in Delhi where your
tour ends. (B)
Accommodation
Jaipur
Samode Palace
Jodhpur
Raas Hotel
Rohet
Mihir Garh
Deogarh
Fort Seengh Sagar
Udaipur
Devigarh By Raas
Jaisalmer
The Serai