This short tour of Rajasthan focuses on a narrow area in the south and east of the state, with time in the iconic cities of Udaipur and Jaipur as well as stops at Chittorgarh and Bundi
Detailed Itineary
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Day 1 : Arrive at Udaipur
Fly to Udaipur from Mumbai or Delhi- you’ll be met on arrival, introduced to your driver and assisted with the transfer to your hotel. Overnight in Udaipur.
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Day 2 : Udaipur
Full day for exploration in and around Udaipur, beginning with time at the City Palace and the lovely Saheliyon - ki – Bari gardens as well as a visit to the Jagdish temple. In the afternoon there are two options- a walking tour and Lake Pichola boat ride, or an excursion to more exquisite temples at Haldighati, Nathdwara and Eklingji. Overnight in Udaipur.
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Day 3 : Udaipur – Chittorgarh
Morning drive to Chittorgarh with afternoon exploration of the spectacular hilltop fort and minaret towers. This is the largest of all the forts of Rajasthan and some people’s pick as the most impressive of all. Overnight in Chittorgarh.
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Day 4 : Chittorgarh – Kota
Drive to Kota, situated on the eastern bank of the Chambal River and an interesting juxtaposition of the majestic medieval age and modern industrialization. The city has a wealth of impressive forts, opulent palaces and splendid temples dating back over several centuries. Exquisite miniatures of the Kota school are housed within the hall of Kota Garh in the main fort. Overnight in Kota.
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Day 5 : Kota- Bundi
It’s just a short drive from Kota to Bundi, a small, picturesque town clustered around the mighty Taragarh Fort, Bundi is famed for its intricately carved stepwells. The hilltop old city area has a few interesting elements, old havelis, temples and, in the newer parts of town below, you’ll find ornamental lakes and stepwells. Bundi is also famous for its elaborate carvings and murals; fine Rajput murals are painted in the Chitra Shala, inside the Garh Palace.
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Day 6 : Bundi- Jaipur
Morning departure from Bundi- it’s a 4 hour drive up to Jaipur. Afternoon free, or embark upon a walking or cycle-rickshaw tour of the walled city area of the Pink City of Jaipur. Overnight in Jaipur.
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Day 7 : Jaipur
Full day for sightseeing around Jaipur; to avoid the crowds it is often best to do the morning sightseeing in the central city, and head out to Amber to tour the fort in the afternoon. Highlights of the Pink City include the elaborate Jantar Mantar observatory, the City Palace and Hawa Mahal or Palace of the Winds. The famous ‘monkey temple’, Galtaji, is also a popular spot. Overnight in Jaipur.
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Day 8 : Jaipur- Depart
Drive or fly to Delhi and depart from there, or continue on to explore another part of India.
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