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Rajasthan royalty
Go back in time to a world of princes and palaces and soak up the luxurious lives led by Maharana, Maharajahs, Nawabs and Rajkumars going back hundreds of years. Jaipur has not just one but two palaces, Hawa Mahal and Jal Mahal. Or in Udaipur, already regal with Venetian-like waterways that glisten in front of Lake Palace and Jag Mandir Palace, with majestic locations on different offshore islands. The artisan skills emanating from these times still thrive, such as traditional hand lacquered ceramics, fine embroidery and hand woven pashminas. Forget any preconceptions about ‘Made in India’ trash. This is serious artistry, with Jaipur and Jodhpur top cities for top crafts.Tourists also get to benefit from this royal heritage in Rajasthan through heritage hotels in stunning restorations of castles, palaces and forts, like something straight out of The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel. And for the ultimate in Rajasthan right royal treatment, you can also travel around the state taking in its cultural and natural highlights on board the Maharajas’ Express Train.
Our Rajasthan Vacations
Rajasthan tours, India
Discover the evocative northern province of Rajasthan
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US $1566 to US $2060
15 days
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Luxury Rajasthan vacation, 14 days
Experience life as a Maharaja in wonderful Rajasthan
From
£4836
14 days
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India wildlife and culture tour, Rajasthan
Your stay in Jungle core, erstwhile hunting lodge of king.
From
£1470 to £2350
18 days
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Rajasthan and Taj Mahal tour
Authentic experience of live like Royals of history.
From
£1200 to £1850
12 days
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Rajasthan cycling vacation
Explore the palaces, temples and wildlife of India's desert state
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US $2799 to US $3079
15 days
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Rajasthan 15 day tour
A well crafted northern Indian and Rajasthani experience
From
£1749
15 days
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Look into the eye of the tiger
While they still exist. Ranthambore National Park is a top place to see tigers with, at the last count, 61 roaming its forests. The effect of seeing one of these elusive yet exalted creatures is one that can make even the toughest be moved to tears. Fecund with other fauna, from Baloo-style sloth bears to leopards and hyenas, this former private hunting ground of the Jaipur’s Maharaja is now a crucial center of conservation.
Wildlife isn’t restricted to Ranthambore, however, with two other national parks, Keoladeo and Sariska also top wildlife wonderlands. The former is a wetland in the desert, with extraordinary populations of birds, and the latter is cat central, with leopards, jungle cats, hyenas (officially cat like, or feliform) and of course tigers. Private wildlife sanctuaries such as Jagnath or Kumbhalgarh in the Aravalli Hills greet you with gorgeous glamping, waking up to sunrise safaris through habitats where gazelles, antelopes, leopards and many others thrive.
Our top Rajasthan Vacation
Rajasthan tours, India
Discover the evocative northern province of Rajasthan
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US $1566 to US $2060
15 days
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Tour de forts
Superb small group cycling tours take you along back roads out to Rajasthani greats such as Kumbhalgarh Fort or around temples and palaces in Udaipur. It’s not all deserts either, with gorgeous cycling to be had in Bharatpur and Sariska National Parks as well as the Aravalli Hills.
Although many people explore this desert state by 4x4 or at least with the four legs of a camel,cycling with my Camelbak close to hand was, for me, the best way to go.![]()
Rajasthan on horseback
Rajasthan's tourist trails can get busy. The bridle trails, however, are blissfully tranquil and tourist free.![]()
You have the horse – the Marwari, bred here since the 12th century. You have jodhpurs – yes, they are named after the place. And you have the landscapes. Gallop through dunes of the Thar Desert stopping at tribal villages en route, or trek through the luscious Aravalli Hills, glamping at gorgeous spots along the way. Champing at the bit yet? This is one amazing way to see Rajasthan.
More about Rajasthan
The best time to visit Rajasthan is October to March for less humidity and cooler nights.
Discover the delights of the northwest Indian beauty with our Rajasthan travel guide.
Rajasthan is known as India’s desert state, but it's far from culturally arid.
Our top 10 things to do in Rajasthan reveal one authentic experience after the next.
Even if only for one night, it's always worth staying in one of Rajasthan’s palaces.
Seek out Rajasthan street food and you might be surprised as to what lies in store.
Do your mind and body a favour by escaping into the silken sands of the Thar Desert.
There are tigers shining bright, but also myriad other wildlife to see in Rajasthan.
Responsible tourism in Rajasthan makes for a pretty long list as you can see below.
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