Basix
18 to 35s
Real Rajasthan
16 days • 4.9
5
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Start
Delhi, India
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Finish
Delhi, India
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Trip Code
HHYJ
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Min Age
18
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Trip Size
1 - 16
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Physical Rating
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Meals
2 breakfasts, 3 dinners
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Transport
Private vehicle, Public bus, Overnight sleeper train, Train, Cycle rickshaw
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Accommodation
Hotel (5 nights), Overnight Train (1 night), Guesthouse (1 night), Camping (basic facilities) (1 night), Homestay (3 nights), Heritage Property (4 nights)
From £540(16 days)
Trip Informations
Why you’ll love this trip
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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.
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Witness one of the Seven Wonders of the World – the Taj Mahal. Take your time here, taking in the majesty of this manmade wonder and learn all there is to know from a local guide.
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Visit a local family in Bikaner for a cooking demonstration of regional delights, like chai and chapati. As you get to know the woman and her daughters, you’ll pick up some tips and tricks, try them out for yourself, then sit down for dinner together.
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Get an insight into local, rural life at your homestay in Khinwara – life here is slow paced, so this is the perfect chance to stop and take a moment to relax.
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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?
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This trip is built for travellers who like 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.
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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: https://www.tuuur.com/adventures/overnight-train-travel-around-the-world/ https://www.tuuur.com/adventures/overnight-train-travel-around-the-world/ (https://www.tuuur.com/adventures/overnight-train-travel-around-the-world/)
Itinerary
Discover delicious curries, desert skies and a decadent Wonder of the World
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 Bikaner, traverse 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.
- DAY 1Day 1 • Delhi
- DAY 2Day 2 • Delhi - Overnight Train
- DAY 3Day 3 • Bikaner
- DAY 4Day 4 • Bikaner
- DAY 5Day 5 • Jaisalmer
- DAY 6Day 6 • Jaisalmer - Thar Desert
- DAY 7Day 7 • Jaisalmer - Jodphur
- DAY 8Day 8 • Jodphur
- DAY 9Day 9 • Khinwara
- DAY 10Day 10 • Udaipur
- DAY 11Day 11 • Udaipur
- DAY 12Day 12 • Jaipur
- DAY 13Day 13 • Jaipur
- DAY 14Day 14 • Agra
- DAY 15Day 15 • Agra - Delhi
- DAY 16Day 16 • Delhi
Inclusions
restaurant_menu Meals
2 breakfasts, 3 dinners
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Private vehicle, Public bus, Overnight sleeper train, Train, Cycle rickshaw
bed Accommodation
Hotel (5 nights), Overnight Train (1 night), Guesthouse (1 night), Camping (basic facilities) (1 night), Homestay (3 nights), Heritage Property (4 nights)
festival Included activities
circleDelhi - Visit to the Jama Masjid Mosque
circleDelhi - Leader-led Old Delhi walking & rickshaw tour
circleDelhi - Sheeshganj Gurudwara (Sikh Temple)
circleBikaner - Leader-led walking tour
circleBikaner - Cooking Demonstration
circleJaisalmer - Leader-led walking tour
circleThar Desert - Overnight Desert Camp
circleJodhpur - Leader-led walking tour
circleKhinwara - Heritage Homestay
circleUdaipur - Leader-led walking tour
circleJaipur - Leader-led walking & market tour
circleJaipur - Amber Fort
circleAgra - Taj Mahal
museum Optional activities
circleDelhi - Humayun's Tomb - INR600
circleDelhi - Qutub Minar - INR600
circleDelhi - Red Fort - INR600
circleBikaner - Junagarh Fort - INR600
circleJaisalmer - Folklore Museum - INR500
circleJodhpur - Meherangarh Fort Elevator - INR50
circleJodhpur - Meherangarh Fort - INR600
circleJodhpur - Bishnoi villages day trip - INR750
circleKhinwara - Local Farm Visit - INR500
circleUdaipur - Lake Pichola boat ride - INR500
circleUdaipur - City Palace - INR400
circleUdaipur - Cooking class - INR600
circleJaipur - Bollywood Movie at Raj Mandir Cinema - INR400
circleJaipur - City Palace - INR1200
circleJaipur - Balloon Safari - USD280
circleJaipur - Bollywood Dance Class - INR500
circleAgra - Agra Fort - INR650
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Important notes
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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.
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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 or credit card. Flights are subject to availability and weather conditions (tickets are fully refundable in case of bad weather).
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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.
Reviews (72)
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Benedict
Apr 01, 2025
Intrepid is the perfect tour company when it comes to exploring a country as diverse as India, it provided me with the utmost professionalism and the planning that goes into making it so enjoyable was truly remarkable. Our tour guide was second to none and made the trip so incredibly special, being able to bond the group together over the course of the trip was a brilliant experience. I would 100% use Intrepid again as the standards it sets for tour companies is extremely high.
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Emma
Mar 21, 2025
Just come back from the Real Rajastan trip in India and it exceeded my expectations!
Our guide Juhi was very knowledgeable, friendly and overall a pleasure to guide us through India!
The Thar Desert, celebrating Holi and of course the Taj were standout days. I would recommend this trip to anyone wanting a real taste of Rajastan. Do not hesitate to book this trip!
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Anna
Mar 21, 2025
This trip absolutely exceeded my expectations!! Would highly recommend. A fantastic group, our lovely leader Juhi and a packed itinerary. Rajasthan was incredible, so much to see, so many beautiful buildings, unique experiences and history. The people were friendly and food was amazing. A great introduction to India and I can’t wait to explore more!
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Charlotte
Mar 07, 2025
I absolutely loved my India experience. I was nervous about going alone and Intrepid and my amazing tour leader Tem gave me nothing to be worried about. I had such an amazing time in India and Tem did a wonderful job of ensuring we had amazing guides and activities in each city, ate at incredible places every day and made tricky transport and co-ordinating look easy. I would recommend this trip and Tem as a leader to anyone!
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Alexandra
Mar 07, 2025
A fantastic trip with a non stop itinerary to make the most out of your 16 days in Rajasthan. Couldn’t recommend more!
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Janna
Mar 06, 2025
Absolutely incredible experience! For a basix trip, so much is included and jam packed with adventure. We had Tem who was hands down the best tour leader out there!
Don't expect much down time and travel days are long but it's worth every moment!
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Siobhan
Feb 10, 2025
Had an amazing trip around Rajasthan, Swati was a fantastic guide!! Couldn't recommend intrepid though, so reasonably priced but offered amazing experiences!
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Elen
Jan 22, 2025
What a trip! The Real Rajasthan trip was truly unforgettable. Parul, our tour leader, was absolutely amazing—knowledgeable, organised, and always supportive. Her enthusiasm and attention to detail made the experience smooth and memorable. This trip was my first time in India, and it was an incredible experience I’ll never forget!
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Nicholas
Dec 10, 2024
An amazing two weeks - wouldn't want my first trip to India to have been done any differently! Doing the group tour allowed us to meet fantastic new friends, and relying on our amazing tour leader Shubhi made all the logistics so much less stressful than travelling alone. Would definitely recommend.
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Toby
Dec 04, 2024
This trip was excellent, Shubhi as a leader was fantastic and helped to give us a deep understanding of northern Indian culture