Basix
18 to 35s
Real Rajasthan
16 Days | Discover delicious curries, desert skies and a decadent Wonder of the World
4.9
Excellent
60 reviews
16 days
Start
Delhi, India
Finish
Delhi, India
Trip Code
HHYJ
Min Age
18
Trip Size
1 - null
Physical Rating
Meals
1 breakfast, 1 dinner
Transport
Private vehicle, Public bus, Overnight sleeper train, Train
Accommodation
Hotel (5 nights), Guesthouse (3 nights), Camping (basic facilities) (1 night), Heritage Property (4 nights), Homestay (2 nights)
From £600(16 days)
Trip Informations
If you’re looking for an authentic slice of the real Rajasthan, this epic 16-day adventure through India is all you could ask for. Camp under the starry night sky in between desert sand dunes, explore Jodhpur’s markets, learn how to cook your new favourite dishes with a cooking class in Udaipur, traverse Pushkar’s bazaars and Jaipur’s temples and witness the Taj Mahal in the morning light – you can tick this Wonder of the World off the bucket list! With all of this and more, India will definitely exceed all expectations. Get ready for tasty feeds, chaotic streets and enough sensory stimulation to last a lifetime.
Why you’ll love this trip
Prepare yourself for one very memorable night out in the Thar Desert, where you’ll share a feast at sunset and bunk down to camp between the sand dunes under a blanket of desert stars.
Witness one of the Seven Wonders of the World – the Taj Mahal – bathed in the morning light. Take your time here, taking in the majesty of this manmade wonder and learn all there is to know from a local guide.
Sit down and feast your eyes on an optional Bollywood blockbuster in the coolest cinema in the country – the stylish Raj Mandir Cinema in Jaipur.
Experience an authentic Indian market at Jodhpur’s Sadar Bazaar – practice your haggling skills and make sure you bring an extra empty bag for all the trinkets you'll find at one of India’s oldest markets.
See Delhi from a new perspective on a bicycle rickshaw ride through the chaotic streets of this epic city. Take in the beauty of Jama Masjid and rub shoulders with the locals in Sheeshganj Gurudwara, where all are welcome despite religion, caste or gender.
Is this trip right for you?
This trip is built for travellers who likes a mix of free time and included activities. As such, there will be loads of opportunities to tailor your trip how you like. Please consider spending money for optional sightseeing (including transport to and from sights) and any activities you want to do.
You’ll cover a lot of distance in this vast country, which involves some long bus and train rides. Sleeper trains are also a great way to travel long distances while still getting maximum time in each place. Beds are padded berths with sheets, pillow and blanket provided (although some people prefer to bring their own sleeping sheet). You may be in the same carriage with locals of the same or opposite gender. For your own security, take a lock for your hand luggage. Read about what it's like travelling on overnight trains in India, and around the world, here:
Itinerary
Inclusions
Meals
1 breakfast, 1 dinner
Transport
Private vehicle, Public bus, Overnight sleeper train, Train
Accommodation
Hotel (5 nights), Guesthouse (3 nights), Camping (basic facilities) (1 night), Heritage Property (4 nights), Homestay (2 nights)
Activities
Thar Desert - Overnight Desert Camp
Jaisalmer - Leader-led walking tour
Jodhpur - Leader-led walking tour
Udaipur - Leader-led walking tour
Pushkar - Leader-led walking tour
Jaipur - Leader-led walking & market tour
Jaipur - Amber Fort
Agra - Taj Mahal
Delhi - Visit to the Jama Masjid Mosque
Delhi - Leader-led Old Delhi walking & rickshaw tour
Delhi - Sheeshganj Gurudwara (Sikh Temple)
Optional activities
Delhi - Humayun's Tomb - INR600
Delhi - Qutub Minar - INR600
Delhi - Red Fort - INR600
Jaisalmer - Folklore Museum - INR500
Jodhpur - Bishnoi villages day trip - INR750
Jodhpur - Meherangarh Fort - INR600
Jodhpur - Meherangarh Fort Elevator - INR50
Udaipur - Lake Pichola boat ride - INR500
Udaipur - City Palace - INR400
Udaipur - Cooking class - INR600
Pushkar - Brahma Temple - Free
Pushkar - Sunrise at Savitri Temple - Free
Jaipur - Bollywood Movie at Raj Mandir Cinema - INR400
Jaipur - City Palace - INR1200
Jaipur - Balloon Safari - USD280
Jaipur - Bollywood Dance Class - INR500
Agra - Agra Fort - INR650
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Important notes
1. A single supplement is available if you’d prefer not to share a room on this trip. The single supplement excludes Days 3 (Camping) where you will be in shared accommodation and is subject to availability. Please speak to your booking agent for further information.
2. Hot air balloon flights are operated by Sky Waltz in Jaipur. Flights operate from September 1st to April 30th and last approximately 60 mins. Return transfers, tea and coffee plus light refreshments and a certificate of flight are included in the cost. You can register your interest and pay your tour leader at your joining meeting on day 1 of your trip. Payment must be made by cash in either INR/AUD/USD/GBP only and is USD$260pp (subject to change). Flights are subject to availability and weather conditions (tickets are fully refundable in case of bad weather).
3. Please provide your full name exactly as it appears on your passport at the time of booking (including any middle names listed on your passport. Fees may apply for adding or amending details within 45 days of departure, and in some cases, you will be required to cover the cost of issuing a new ticket.
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