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Things to do in Rajasthan
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
From
US $1300 to US $1750
15 days
ex flights
Rajasthan cycling vacation
Explore the palaces, temples and wildlife of India's desert state
From
US $2349 to US $2649
15 days
ex flights
Rajasthan vacation, Christmas time
A relaxing trip to Rajasthan with mixed activities
From
£2665 to £2795
15 days
ex flights
Rajasthan Educational vacation on Art and Craft
Rajasthan Cultural Heritage and Educational Tour
From
£1000
14 days
ex flights
Luxury Rajasthan vacation, 14 days
Experience life as a Maharaja in wonderful Rajasthan
From
£4836
14 days
ex flights
India vacations, The Golden Triangle, tailormade
An ideal trip for the first-time visitor to India
From
£710 to £970
7 days
ex flights
Rajasthan 15 day tour
A well crafted northern Indian and Rajasthani experience
From
£1749
15 days
ex flights
Overland small group tour of India
Roam across India on this small group tour
From
US $900 to US $1299
20 days
ex flights
Rajasthan tailor made vacation, India
See the temples & palaces of Rajasthan
From
£755 to £900
12 days
ex flights
Rajasthan desert adventure
Explore India's desert state, tigers and Taj Mahal
From
US $1799 to US $2099
13 days
ex flights
Rajasthan cycling vacation with Taj and tigers
Enjoy cycling tour in Royal Rajasthan with Taj and Tiger.
From
US $2060
16 days
ex flights
India Golden Triangle tour, a journey beyond
Of ancient cultures, Himalayan abodes & rich architecture
From
£4938 to £6500
25 days
ex flights
Horse riding vacation in Rajasthan, India
Explore Taal Chapper Wildlife sanctuary on Mawari horses
From
£2626
8 days
ex flights
Vegan vacation in India
Intricately carved temples, splendid palaces, delicious food
From
US $2440
12 days
ex flights
Rajasthan cycling tour, Udaipur to Jodhpur
See the best of Rajasthan on a short cycling tour.
From
€1059
8 days
ex flights
Northern India vacations
The best of northern India in a short itinerary
From
US $1399 to US $1749
9 days
ex flights
Rajasthan private vacation
From palace hotels to luxury tents
From
£1777 to £1900
15 days
ex flights
Rajasthan small group tour, India
See the Taj Mahal, temples and tigers on this Rajasthan trip
From
£2635 to £2765
15 days
ex flights
India tour, the real Exotic Marigold Hotel
Stay in the Best Exotic Marigold Hotel on this trip to India
From
£1495 to £2025
10 days
ex flights
Northern India vacation, tailor made
Discover the vibrant and colourful culture of Rajasthan.
From
£3050
15 days
inc UK flights
Rajasthan vacation vacation
Street photography tour to the most colourful state of India
From
US $3890
14 days
ex flights
Rajasthan tour, India
Discover magnificent forts, palaces and deserts of Rajasthan
From
£2655 to £2875
14 days
ex flights
India horse riding vacations
Ride in Rajasthan to the horse-and-camel fair Balotra.
From
£3875
11 days
ex flights
Rajasthan cycling tour in India
A bicycle trail through the land of Maharajahs
From
US $1400
10 days
ex flights
Rajasthan tours with Pushkar camel fair
Fort cities, rural villages & camel fair
From
£3635
15 days
ex flights
India Christmas vacation, land of the Maharajas
Christmas in colourful Rajasthan
From
£2665 to £2795
14 days
ex flights
Rajasthan rural tour in India
Explore the romantic hill forts and palaces of rural India
From
£3249 to £5095
18 days
ex flights
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
From
US $1300 to US $1750
15 days
ex flights
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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 between October to March as you’ll find less humidity and cooler nights.
Discover the delights of this northwest Indian beauty as you read our Rajasthan travel guide and find out how to make the most of your time in this parched, yet perfect, province.
Although it is well known as India’s desert state, it is far from culturally arid.
Our top 10 things to do in Rajasthan let you peer inside the Golden Triangle to discover what else is glittering alongside the tourist-packed highlights.
One of the best ways to find out more about the Mughal era of India is through its architecture.
Even if you can only do one night, it is always worth staying in one of Rajasthan’s palaces.
Seek out street food in Rajasthan and you might be surprised as to what lies in store.
If you’re traveling in Rajasthan then do your mind and body a favour by escaping into the silken sands of the Thar Desert.
There certainly are tigers shining bright, but there is also myriad other wildlife in Rajasthan, from birds to blue bulls to sloth bears.
Like so much of India, the responsible tourism in Rajasthan makes for a pretty long list as you can see below.
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Photo credits: [Page banner: Nick Kenrick] [Amber Fort: Kuldeepsingh Mahawar]
[Tiger: Annie Spratt]
[Cycling: Mike Prince]
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