Rangeelo Rajasthan

RANGEELO RAJASTHAN

Embark on this adventure, exploring the vibrant heritage of India’s Rajasthan region. Journey through historic sites blending culture, architecture, and scenic drives for an unforgettable experience.

DAYS

NIGHTS

Locations

DELHI
MANDAWA
JAIPUR
AJMER
JODHPUR
MOUNT ABU
UDAIPUR

Highlights

Rich Cultural Journey: Explore Rajasthan’s heritage through Mandawa’s havelis, Jaipur’s Amber Fort, Pushkar’s rare Brahma Temple, and Udaipur’s Lake Pichola.
Scenic Historic Drives: Travel 1,055 km across 7 cities, visiting forts like Mehrangarh and Ranakpur’s Jain temples amid Aravalli hill vistas.
Culinary & Romantic Delights: Enjoy dal baati churma and a romantic Lake Pichola boat ride, featuring the iconic Taj Lake Palace.

ITINERARY

Meeting & greeting at the airport and transfer to hotel.
Overnight stay at the hotel.

Delhi - Mandawa (260 km / 5.5 hrs)

After a flavourful breakfast, check-out & drive to Mandawa.
The town of Mandawa is known as the "Open Art Gallery" as a whole. Visit Mandawa Fort, and various Havelis, whose wall paintings and frescos encite visitors. Many bollywood films are also shot here.
Check-In, dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.

Mandawa - Jaipur (170 km / 3 hrs)

After a scrumptious breakfast, drive to Jaipur. Visit Amber Fort (capital of the old state of Dhundhar, located on the rugged hills that surround Jaipur) En route have a photography stop at Hawa Mahal - Palace of Winds. Next visit City Palace Museum (was established at the same time as the city of Jaipur, by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II, who moved his court to Jaipur from Amber, in 1727). Also, visit Jal Mahal and walk around Johri Bazar.
Check-In, dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.

Jaipur - Ajmer (130 km / 2.5 hrs)

After having a luscious breakfast, check-out and drive to Ajmer.
Visit Taragarh Fort, It is reputed to be the oldest hill fort in India. It stands, with precipitous surroundings, at a height of 2,855 ft. above sea-level.
Later, visit Pushkar to see the Pushkar Lake and the 14th Century Brahma Temple, dedicated to lord Brahma. It is regarded to be the only major shrine dedicated to the deity.
Check-In, dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.

Ajmer - Jodhpur (200 km / 3.5 hrs)

After a scrummy breakfast at hotel, drive to Jodhpur. It is popularly known as ‘Blue City’ because of the beautiful houses painted with indigo colour.
In the afternoon visit Meherangarh Fort and Jaswant Thada. Later, see the Umaid Bhawan Palace. Evening will be free to walk around the colorful and bustling bazaars.
Check-In, dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.

Jodhpur - Mount Abu (260 km / 4.5 hrs)

After a zesty breakfast at hotel, check-out and drive to Mt. Abu. Visit Delwada Jain Temple. It is one of the finest Jain temples known in the world for its extraordinary architecture and marvelous marble stone carvings.
Later in the evening, in the center of town, visit Nakki Lake as it is a popular spot for boating.
Check-In, dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.

Mt. Abu - Ranakpur (160km / 3hrs)
Ranakpur - Udaipur (95 km / 2 hrs)

After a palatable breakfast, check out and drive to Udaipur. En route pass the Valleys in the Remote and peaceful Aravalli Range. Visit the Ranakpur Jain temples, (hidden in the dense forests of the Aravalli hills in a peaceful setting and are one of the five holy Jain pilgrimages.)
Continue your drive to Udaipur, the ‘City of Sunrise’, on the banks of the shimmering Lake Pichola, is one of the most romantic cities of Rajasthan.

Later visit Saheliyon Ki Bari.
Check-In, dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.

Enjoy a hearty breakfast, visit Jagdish Temple, City Palace.
The complex has eleven constituent mahals (palaces), constructed by successive maharaja`s during the three hundred years that followed the foundation of Udaipur in 1559. Added to this, Crystal Gallery and Durbar Hall within the complex is spectacular.
Enjoy a leisurely boat ride on Lake Pichola with its main attractions the beautiful stretch of water surrounding the two marvelous structures the Jag Niwas and Jag Mandir, is the life line of Udaipur city. Lake Pichola is about 4 kms in length and 3 kms wide.
Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.

After a tasty breakfast at hotel, proceed to the Airport to connect to your flight to Delhi.
Visit Lotus Temple (a Bahai House of Worship) and Qutab Minar ( a UNESCO World Heritage Site in the Mehrauli area of
Delhi).
Post lunch, visit India Gate and drive past President’s house. Also, visit the Red Fort (Emperor Shah Jahan commissioned construction of the Red Fort on 12 May
1638.)
Later, transfer to airport to connect flight for your onward destination.

TOUR ENDS AS YOU LEAVE FOOTPRINTS AND TAKE MEMORIES

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Some important things to keep in mind before travelling on this itinerary:

Currency: ₹ INR

Time Zone: GMT + 5.5 HRS

Driving Side: Left

Drinking Water: Opt for Bottled Water

Emergency phone: Ambulance: 102; Fire: 101; Police: 100, 103 (traffic accident)

Voltage: 220 V

Power Sockets commonly available:

Power socket type C Power socket type D Power socket type M

Here are some basic Hindi phrases that a traveler should know before embarking on this itinerary:

Namaste (नमस्ते): Hello / Greetings (used for both meeting and parting).
Shukriya (शुक्रिया): Thank you.
Kripya (कृपया): Please.
Kya naam hai? (क्या नाम है?): What is your name?
Mera naam hai… (मेरा नाम है…): My name is…
Yeh kahan hai? (यह कहाँ है?): Where is this?
Kitna door hai? (कितना दूर है?): How far is it?
Mujhe… jana hai (मुझे… जाना है): I want to go to… (e.g., “Mujhe Bodh Gaya jana hai” for Bodh Gaya).
Kitna paisa? (कितना पैसा?): How much money? (for prices).
Kya yeh safe hai? (क्या यह सुरक्षित है?): Is this safe?
Khana kahan milega? (खाना कहाँ मिलेगा?): Where can I get food?
Pani do (पानी दो): Give me water.
Madad kijiye (मदद कीजिए): Please help me.
Bus stand kahan hai? (बस स्टैंड कहाँ है?): Where is the bus stand?
Toilet kahan hai? (टॉयलेट कहाँ है?): Where is the toilet?

Here are some local cuisines to try in these regions:

Dal Baati Churma (Jaipur, Jodhpur, Udaipur)
- A quintessential Rajasthani dish: lentils (dal), baked wheat dough balls (baati) served with ghee, and sweetened crushed wheat (churma). Try it at local eateries in Jaipur’s Johri Bazar or Udaipur’s old city.
Laal Maas (Jodhpur, Jaipur)
- A fiery mutton curry made with red chilies and spices, a specialty of the “Blue City” (Jodhpur). Best enjoyed at restaurants near Mehrangarh Fort.
Gatte ki Sabzi (Ajmer, Udaipur)
- Gram flour (besan) dumplings cooked in a spicy yogurt-based curry, perfect for vegetarians. Sample it in Ajmer near Pushkar Lake.
Ker Sangri (Jodhpur, Mandawa)
- A unique desert dish made from dried ker berries and sangri beans, cooked with spices. Look for it in Mandawa’s local dhabas or Jodhpur’s bazaars.
Pyaaz Kachori (Jaipur, Ajmer)
- Crispy, deep-fried pastries filled with spiced onions, a popular snack in Jaipur’s street food stalls near Hawa Mahal or in Ajmer.
Mawa Kachori (Jodhpur, Udaipur)
- A sweet version of kachori stuffed with mawa (reduced milk) and soaked in sugar syrup, often found in Jodhpur’s bustling markets or Udaipur’s dessert shops.
Rajasthani Thali (All destinations)
- A platter showcasing regional variety, including dal, gatte ki sabzi, ker sangri, bajra roti, and sweets like ghevar. Try it at heritage hotels in Jaipur or Udaipur’s City Palace area.
Ghevar (Jaipur, Mount Abu)
- A disc-shaped sweet made from flour, ghee, and sugar syrup, often topped with rabri. A must-try during festive seasons in Jaipur or Mount Abu’s eateries.
Mirchi Vada (Jodhpur, Ajmer)
- Spicy green chilies stuffed with potato filling, coated in gram flour, and fried. Grab one from street vendors in Jodhpur’s bazaars or near Ajmer’s Taragarh Fort.
Malpua with Rabri (Udaipur, Pushkar)
- Sweet pancakes soaked in sugar syrup, served with creamy rabri (condensed milk). Enjoy it at lakeside restaurants in Udaipur or near Pushkar’s Brahma Temple.

Here are some fun facts about this itinerary:

Bollywood Connection in Mandawa: On Day 2, you’ll visit Mandawa, known as the “Open Art Gallery” for its intricately painted havelis. This town is a Bollywood favorite, with films like Bajrangi Bhaijaan and PK shot here, making its fort and frescoed walls a cinematic backdrop you can explore.
Jaipur’s Palace of Winds Photo Stop: On Day 3, the itinerary includes a photography stop at Hawa Mahal in Jaipur. This iconic “Palace of Winds” has 953 windows, designed to allow royal women to observe street life unseen, creating a stunning honeycomb-like facade perfect for your Instagram shots.
World’s Only Major Brahma Temple in Pushkar: On Day 4, you’ll visit the 14th-century Brahma Temple in Pushkar, near Ajmer. It’s one of the only major temples dedicated to Lord Brahma, the Hindu creator god, making it a rare spiritual stop with a unique legend tied to its creation.
Jodhpur’s Blue City Aesthetic: On Day 5, Jodhpur’s nickname, “Blue City,” comes from the indigo-painted houses you’ll see, originally painted to denote Brahmin homes and keep buildings cool. The view from Mehrangarh Fort offers a striking panorama of this azure landscape.
Udaipur’s James Bond Lake: On Day 8, the boat ride on Lake Pichola in Udaipur takes you past Jag Niwas (now Taj Lake Palace), featured in the James Bond film Octopussy. This romantic lake, surrounded by palaces, is a cinematic and cultural gem of the “City of Sunrise.”