Rural Rajasthan
We cover remote regions of Rajasthan, staying in some elegant heritage properties, savouring the rich culture of the land and enjoying the stunningly rich landscape.
While covering remote areas, this tour will also suit a first time visitor to Rajasthan who has already done the so-called Golden Triangle. The mainstream places can still be covered from the rural places we take you to.
Recommended Itinerary
DAY 01 - FLIGHT
Fly to Delhi
DAY 2 - DELHI-TIJARA
Arrive into Delhi, transfer to the masterfully restored Tijara Fort Palace on a hilltop, surrounded by wilderness; at leisure.
DAY 3 - MANDAWA
Drive to Mandawa for a night at the Mandawa Castle; visit the painted havelis with colourful murals.
DAYS 4 & 5 - BIKANER
Drive to Bikaner, stay at Narendra Bhawan; see the Junagarh Fort, the Camel Breeding Camp and the royal cenotaphs; walk in the old town or take a tonga-ride through the bazaars.
DAYS 6 & 7 - JAISALMER
Drive to Jaisalmer, in the middle of the Thar Desert; stay at Gulaal (or Suryagarh); visit the mud fort and the Jain temples inside; walk the narrow streets to see the merchant houses or havelis; for the more enterprising there is the option of a camel safari in the desert, followed by stay in a tented camp, with dinner around a camp fire.
DAYS 8 - CHANDELAO GARH
Drive to Chandelao Garh for stay in a village; explore the village with your hosts; optional visit to Jodhpur to see the Meherangarh Fort.
DAYS 9 & 10 - RAWLA NARLAI / CHANOUD GARH
A short drive to another local village, studded with temples on hillocks; stay at Rawla Narlai; spend time exploring the village, enjoy a step well dinner or take a jeep safari to spot leopards in the wild.
You have the option of staying at the elegant Chanoudgarh, managed by the royal family
DAYS 11 – CHITTORGARH / DEOGARH
Drive to Chittorgarh, which has the largest fort in Rajasthan. You can travel via Udaipur if you wish to see the city, or even halt there instead of at Chittaurgarh. Stay at Padmini Haveli, an inviting homestay. Visit the famous fort.
You have the option of halting at Deogarh for a couple of nights at Dev Shree, a charming Relais and Chaeaux Hotel run by the royal family
DAYS 12 & 13 - BHAINSRORGARH
We move on to another royal residence, in the village of Bhainsrorgarh, overlooking the Chambal River. You can spend time here walking in the village, take a boat on the river, try some angling for Mahseer, visit the Badoli temples or try your hand at local cooking.
DAY 14 - BUNDI
Drive to nearby Bundi for a night at Bundi Vilas or Hadoti Palace. Visit the amazing rock paintings, the palace and the step wells.
DAYS 15 & 16 - RAMATHRA / RANTHAMBORE
Drive on to stay a couple of nights at Ramathra Fort, en elegant boutique property situated on a hilltop amidst outstanding natural beauty.
You have the option of staying in the Ranthambore National Park, where you have a chance to spot tigers
DAY 17 - DELHI
Enjoy a train ride back to Delhi for a short stay at an airport hotel.
DAY 18 - RETURN FLIGHT
Fly back home
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