Off Beat/ Rural Rajasthan

Overview

Discover the hidden rural heart of Rajasthan, where ancient villages, traditional crafts and historic forts reveal a slower, more authentic side of India. This luxury journey combines palace hotels, boutique heritage properties and immersive cultural experiences across Rajasthan’s lesser-visited regions.

Travelling with a private driver and expert local guides, guests experience rural Rajasthan through village walks, visits with local artisans, traditional cooking experiences and exclusive heritage stays.

Places You’ll See

Chittorgarh

Ajmer & Pushkar

Mandawa

Highlights

Includes

itinerary

Day 01 : Depart for Delhi

Depart today with Air India, nonstop service to Delhi. Experience the new Business Class Service onboard their new aircrafts.

Alternative carriers and UK departure points also available.

Arrive Delhi and after checking in at your hotel, the rest of the day is at leisure.

Overnight at Hotel.

You will be met by our representative for your drive to Mandawa in Jhunjhunu.

Upon arrival check into your accommodation – heritage haveli

Mandawa lies in the historic Shekhawati region of Rajasthan, an area renowned for its beautifully painted havelis and rich merchant heritage. Once an important stop on ancient trading routes, Mandawa prospered during the 18th and 19th centuries when wealthy Marwari merchants built grand mansions decorated with colourful frescoes depicting mythology, royal processions and scenes from everyday life. Today the town is often described as an open-air art gallery, where visitors can wander through narrow streets lined with intricately painted facades and historic buildings.

Overnight stay in Mandawa.

After Breakfast Sight Seeing Tour of Mandawa to Visit Havelis Various forms of fine art adorn the walls and the ceilings of these structures as a contrast to the otherwise flat and barren land. Post that Drive to Khimsar. Upon arrival check in at the hotel.

Overnight stay in Khimsar Fort.

After breakfast, visit Khimsar Fort. One of the main attractions in Khimsar is the Khimsar Fort on the edge of the great Thar Desert. Post lunch transfer Khimsar Dunes and one of the best dunes experience with camel safari and witness the lifestyles of rural folk. 

Overnight stay in Khimsar Sand Dunes

After breakfast, check out from the hotel and drive towards Nimaj. Nimaj, the tranquil hideaway in the heart of the Aravalli Hills surrounding countryside continues to be tilled by farmers in a way unchanged for centuries and the waters of the nearby lake sustain a healthy population of seasonal birdlife. This is an excellent place to relax and unwind. Evening is free to walk around in the colorful and bustling bazaars for personal exploration or shopping. Overnight stay in Nimaj.

 

After breakfast, check out from the hotel and drive towards Jawai. On arrival check in. rest for the day OR visit local villages. Overnight stay in Jawai.

Today experience early morning and afternoon leopard safari, venturing into the rugged landscape of Jawai at dawn when wildlife is most active. Witness the majestic black cats roaming freely, alongside other species, including some rare migratory birds. Expert guides enhance the experience, sharing insights into its unique ecosystem. Overnight stay in Jawai.

 

After breakfast, check out from the hotel and drive towards Chittorgarh. On arrival check in at the hotel. Visit local markets or Evening will be at leisure. Overnight stay in Chittorgarh.

 

After breakfast, check out from the hotel. Explore Chittorgarh Fort and later drive towards Bundi. Arrive bundi and Evening will be at leisure. Overnight stay in Bundi.

After breakfast, we will proceed for halfday Bundi sightseeing . Its charm lies in its narrow, colourful streets, which we navigate on foot. Walk down the captivating stepwells- architectural marvels, once the town’s lifeblood. Ascend to the awe-inspiring Bundi Palace, a 16th century masterpiece that stands sentinel over the town. Later, drive towards Ajmer. Overnight stay in Ajmer.

After breakfast, visit Dargah Sharif, and Later drive to Pushkar; at its heart is one of India’s most sacred lakes. There are 52 ghats around the lake, and numerous temples. The Brahma temple, especially, attracts pilgrims all year round. Time permitting visit some temples and drive back to Ajmer.. Overnight stays in Ajmer.

 

After early breakfast, check out from the hotel and drive towards Alwar. On arrival check in at the hotel. Later, visit Citi Palace , Alwar Fort. After exploration, chekin the hotel and relax at your hotel. Overnight in Alwar.

After breakfast, check out from the hotel and visit City Palace. Later you will be transferred to Delhi Airport to board the onwards flight back home.

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