Rajasthan

Name: Rajasthan
Brand: Exodus
Rating: 4.6 (120 reviews)

Top 5 experiences in Rajasthan

Visit the Taj Mahal at Sunrise

Wake up early to visit the Taj Mahal at sunrise and enjoy the sun’s golden hue rising behind the dome, undoubtedly the best time of day to visit. The Taj Mahal was built by the Moghul Emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his beloved wife. It is serenely beautiful and never fails to amaze a first-time visitor; the white marble exterior changes colour according to the position of the sun and is matched by the rich interior detail.

Discover the Pink City of Jaipur

Visit Jaipur and discover the many Colours of Rajasthan. This vibrant Pink City is one of the most attractive and colourful cities in India. Rajah Jai Singh abandoned his nearby fortress and palace at Amber in 1727 and laid out a planned city of broad avenues, built of sandstone and later painted pink. Key places to visit in Jaipur are the City Palace, formerly the residence of the Maharaja and now a fascinating museum, and the Hawa Mahal landmark known as the Palace of the Winds.

Search for Bengal tigers in Ranthambore

Regarded as one of India’s most iconic and revered species, the Bengal tiger is the national animal of India, representing strength, grace, and resilience while embodying a symbol of power that’s deeply ingrained in Indian mythology and folklore. Tigers also play a crucial role in maintaining the ecological balance of the forest and grasslands, so it really is a once-in-a-lifetime experience to see one in the wild. Enjoy game drives in search of tigers on the Taj Mahal and Tigers – Premium Adventure.

Discover the rich culinary heritage of Rajasthan

Join a street food tour around the colourful streets of Jaipur, where every corner presents a different delicacy. Our expert guide will introduce you to snacks such as Pyaaz Kachori, a pastry stuffed with a spicy onion mixture, or Mirchi Vada, a deep-fried chilli pepper filled with spiced potato. If you have a sweet tooth don’t miss the refreshing Kulfi Faluda, a traditional frozen dessert topped with vermicelli, rose syrup, and nuts. Street food tours to discover Rajasthan’s cuisine feature on India’s North and South -Premium Adventure.

Explore the Hindu pilgrimage town of Pushkar

Pushkar is a Hindu pilgrimage town on a holy lake, surrounded by desert. Legend says the lake was created from petals that fell from the divine hands of the creator god Brahma. In Pushkar you can see one of the few Brahma temples in the world, dotted with 52 ghats (flights of steps) and around 400 milky-blue temples. The town is also known for hosting the annual Pushkar Fair, when it transforms into a bustling market. Join a special departure of Cycle through Rajasthan and visit Pushkar during the festival.

Rajasthan Trips

Exotic Rajasthan, the ‘Land of Princes’, is blessed with awe-inspiring monuments to a fierce warrior past. The magnificent forts of Jodhpur, Jaisalmer and Jaipur bear testament to the battles that once raged across this desert land, while the romantic palaces in Udaipur and Fatehpur Sikri, and the world-famous Taj Mahal, offer a glimpse of a softer side to north India‘s rich history.

Shekhawati is full of colourful havelis (merchants’ houses), and an ideal place to explore by bicycle. A camel journey across the shimmering sands, camping under the desert stars and visiting temple ruins and villages is another experience not to be missed. There is also a chance to see Kipling’s elusive tiger at Ranthambore. If any one state encapsulates India, it has to be Rajasthan.

Rajasthan Adventure Holidays

9 Days from £ 1299

£ 1109

Guided Group (Excl. Flights)

Culture

9 Days from £ 5845

Guided Group (Excl. Flights)

Culture

7 Days from £ 875

£ 695

Guided Group (Excl. Flights)

Culture

15 Days from £ 2099

£ 1679

Guided Group (Excl. Flights)

Cycling

14 Days from £ 1949

£ 1859

Guided Group (Excl. Flights)

Culture

14 Days from £ 1649

£ 1319

Guided Group (Excl. Flights)

Culture

15 Days from £ 2699

£ 2159

Guided Group (Excl. Flights)

Culture

10 Days from £ 2999

£ 2399

Guided Group (Excl. Flights)

Culture

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This has been an amazing trip, can’t recommend it enough, especially if this is your first trip to India, it’s a great introduction to get your bearings. Our trip was nine days and we covered a large geographical area in a relatively short space of time to see the sights in Delhi, Jaipur, Ranthamborne, Agra and Varanasi. To do this we travelled in a private minibus which was really comfortable and also took the public train to Varanasi and Delhi, the train was also really comfortable, spacious and clean , we also had a couple of small boat trips along the Ganges which were really special, so there was a good mix of transport it wasn’t all minibus. The sights you see on this trip are stunning, and there are just so many to see. This is a busy trip but that’s the beauty of it, you will get to see so much. The hotels we stayed in were of varying standards but mostly very good: Jaipur, Agra, Ranthamborne and Varanasi Hotels were all great and the breakfasts and evening meals in those hotels were really very good indeed. We were taken to some fabulous restaurants to eat in the evenings and the food everywhere we went was delicious and we didn’t worry about what we were eating as every place we ate at had been vetted by our excellent tour guide leader. The group we travelled with were so much fun, we all became good friends by the end.

Majella OMahony Highlights of Northern India

Fast paced, great itinerary, fabulous sites and much more. We throughly enjoyed the trip, lots of variety of sites and activities.

Tracy Meakin India's Golden Triangle

What a brilliant couple of weeks we had in India. Everything was taken care of without worry, feeling safe and free to take in all the trip had to offer. It was very full on with little time for rest. Our full recommendation to anyone looking to cover lots of Rajasthan and the Pushkar fest.

Ashley Michael Colours of Rajasthan – Pushkar Festival

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