
Experience rural Rajasthan in 10 days
This 10-day tour of wonderful Rajasthan takes you on a slightly different journey to the usual Golden Triangle route. Yes, you’ll visit the hotspots of the region, such as the unmissable Taj Mahal and the glorious Amber Fort, but you’ll also delve into rural Rajasthan for some unique cultural experiences. Take a jeep safari in search of leopards, get stuck into a cooking class, hop on a local bullock cart to explore traditional rural villages, and marvel at the intricate architecture of the famous Indian step-wells. Along the way, enjoy VIP treatment with palace visits and outstanding meals in surprising settings. This Rajasthan tour will be one to remember.
Services
Included:
- Nine nights accommodation in double rooms in deluxe/heritage hotels as per the itinerary
- 9 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 6 dinners
- Transfers in an air-conditioned car with English-speaking driver
- English-speaking guides as per itinerary
- Activities & admission fees to sites as per the itinerary
Excluded:
- Travel insurance
- Visa fees
- Any meals & drinks not mentioned in the itinerary
- Any activities not mentioned in the itinerary
- Tips for hotels, drivers & local guides
Optional:
- Hot air balloon ride in Jaipur
Itinerary at a Glance
Delhi
Arrival in Delhi
Delhi
Delhi rickshaw tour
Delhi - Jodhpur - Narlai
Cultural tours in Jodhpur & beyond
Narlai
Leopard safari & royal dining
Narlai - Barli
Cooking class in Barli
Barli - Jaipur
Royal Jaipur
Jaipur
Jam-packed day in Jaipur
Jaipur - Agra
Journey to Agra
Agra - Neemrana
Sunrise at the Taj Mahal
Neemrana - Delhi
Farewell to Delhi
Detailed Itinerary

Delhi
Day 1: Arrival in Delhi
Upon arrival, you'll be traditionally welcomed with a garland by one of our team at the Delhi International Airport. Later, you'll be transferred to your hotel where our team member will hand over the itinerary documents and give you a short briefing on your trip. Relax after your journey, stroll in the local area and acclimatise to India.

Delhi
Day 2: Delhi rickshaw tour
After a relaxed breakfast, start your day with a visit to Jama Masjid and a rickshaw ride to the Chandni Chowk market. Visit Humayun’s Tomb, declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1993.
In the afternoon you’ll see India Gate, a war memorial for the 82,000 soldiers of the Indian Army who died in the First World War and the Third Anglo-Afghan War. End your tour with a visit to the Parliament buildings and the Bangla Sahib Gurudwara temple.
In the evening, head back to your hotel for dinner.

Delhi - Jodhpur - Narlai
Day 3: Cultural tours in Jodhpur & beyond
After breakfast, you’ll catch a morning flight to Jodhpur where your local guide will greet you. Spend a few hours visiting the Mehrangarh Fort and enjoying lunch at a specially chosen local restaurant. After your meal, take an overland transfer to Narlai, arriving late afternoon and checking in at the hotel. Later, head out on a jeep safari to learn about the local area. Visit a nearby village where you can chat with different craftsmen working their trades, stroll around beautiful temples and visit a traditional working farm.
Afterwards, you'll head back to your hotel to relax.

Narlai
Day 4: Leopard safari & royal dining
After Breakfast, begin a half-day leopard safari by jeep. Your guide will help you track and spot these amazing big cats and answer any questions you have about them.
Return to your hotel in the afternoon and relax before your evening's activity. Tonight you’ll taste the flavours of true Rajasthani royal hospitality in the 16th Century Baori of Rawla Narlai. The experience begins when you gather in the courtyard to sip a welcome drink with the resident royal, who will regale you with local stories. From there, climb aboard a bullock truck for a dusk ride through the village to your unique dining destination.

Narlai - Barli
Day 5: Cooking class in Barli
After breakfast this morning, transfer by car to Barli (approximately four hours' drive) and check in at your new hotel.
In the afternoon, enjoy a delectable cooking class, learning how to prepare a selection of traditional Indian dishes before sitting down to enjoy them together. Later, get to know the local area on a bullock cart ride through the village.
The rest of the evening is free for you to spend as you choose.

Barli - Jaipur
Day 6: Royal Jaipur
Set off on an overland journey to Jaipur after breakfast this morning. After a drive of around four hours, you'll check in and settle into your new hotel.
In the afternoon, visit the illustrious City Palace on a VIP tour with a welcome drink. You’ll also see the Jantar Mantar and attend an Aarti Ceremony at the Birla Temple in the evening.
Tonight, enjoy dinner at your hotel and relax, ready for tomorrow.

Jaipur
Day 7: Jam-packed day in Jaipur
After breakfast, begin a jeep safari tour around Jaipur, visiting the city’s famous landmarks, including the stunning Amber Fort. In the afternoon, enjoy an e-rickshaw trail from Mansagar Lake, taking you through some beautiful historic gardens. Then it’s time to make your way to the Hawal Mahal market for some local flavour before joining the excited crowds for a Bollywood Movie Show at Raj Mandir Cinema Hall.
After the film is over, enjoy a delicious dinner at Dera Amer.

Jaipur - Agra
Day 8: Journey to Agra
After breakfast, begin a full-day journey to Agra with several stops along the way.
En route, you’ll visit the Abhaneri Stepwell, then stop at Chandra Mahal Haveli for a delicious lunch.
Later, visit Fatehpur Sikri before arriving in Agra and checking in at your hotel.
In the evening, you'll visit the magnificent Agra Fort, then head back to your hotel for the night.

Agra - Neemrana
Day 9: Sunrise at the Taj Mahal
Make an early start today to beat the crowds and catch the sunrise over the incredible Taj Mahal. Spend some time soaking up the beautiful morning scenes at this architectural gem, before returning to the hotel for breakfast.
Later, begin the overland journey to Neemrana, arriving in the early afternoon. After checking in at your hotel, hop on a vintage car ride around the local area.
Later in the day, head back to your hotel for dinner.

Neemrana - Delhi
Day 10: Farewell to Delhi
After breakfast this morning, you'll take an overland journey to Delhi, lasting around three-and-a-half hours. While there, you'll visit the Qutb Minar Tower then sit down for a delicious farewell dinner, before transferring to the airport for your flight home.