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The Royal Circuit — Rajasthan
Discover India's Regal Charm With a Luxury Rajasthan Journey
- Suggested Length
- 9 days
- Cities
- 5
- Best Time
- October – March
- Route
- Delhi · Jaisalmer · Jodhpur · Udaipur · Jaipur
The Royal Circuit invites you to experience India's royal legacy at its most refined — grand architecture, vibrant culture and effortless travel arrangements, the way royalty once travelled this same ground. Rajasthan is widely regarded as India's most colourful state, and this route takes you through four of its most breathtaking cities, with a desert camel safari among the regal experiences along the way.
Why This Trip
What You'll Love
A living desert fort
Jaisalmer Fort is one of the world's few remaining 'living forts' — roughly a quarter of the old city's population still lives within its walls.
A camel safari on the Sam Sand Dunes
The golden glow of the Thar Desert at sunset, a traditional camel ride, and dinner under the stars in a desert camp.
Mehrangarh Fort, 400 feet above Jodhpur
The Route
Day By Day
- 01
Landing in Delhi
Delhi
Touch down and transfer to your hotel; the rest of the day is yours to relax and shake off the jet lag.
- 02
On to Jaisalmer
Jaisalmer
A morning flight to the Golden City. Once you land, settle in and spend the afternoon taking in the town's honey-coloured skyline.
- 03
Exploring Jaisalmer, the Golden City
Jaisalmer
Jaisalmer Fort — the second-oldest fort in Rajasthan — comes first, followed by the town's ornate havelis and the peaceful ghats of Gadisar Lake. As evening approaches, head into the Thar Desert for a camel safari, a cultural show and dinner under the stars.
- 04
Heading to Jodhpur
Jodhpur
The road to Jodhpur, the Blue City. The afternoon and evening are free to explore at your own pace, or take an optional walk through the old-town markets.
- 05
Discovering Jodhpur
Jodhpur
Mehrangarh Fort's gates rise 400 feet above the city — a genuine highlight. Afterwards, the Jaswant Thada memorial, the Umaid Bhawan Palace Museum and the Clock Tower Market round out the day.
- 06
Continuing to Udaipur
Udaipur
The drive to Udaipur passes through Ranakpur, home to one of India's most intricately carved marble Jain temples — worth a dedicated stop, not a drive-by.
- 07
Exploring the City of Lakes
Udaipur
The hilltop City Palace, Jagdish Temple and the Saheliyon ki Bari gardens fill the day. As the light softens, a boat out onto Lake Pichola is the best way to see the City Palace and the floating Jag Mandir.
- 08
On to Jaipur
Jaipur
The road to Jaipur runs past Pushkar, with its sacred lake and Brahma Temple — a worthwhile stop if the schedule allows.
- 09
The Pink City & Farewell
Jaipur
A final morning at Amber Fort and the City Palace before the airport transfer for your onward flight.
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