Hidden Gems of Rajasthan
9 Nights / 10 Days

Jaipur - Samode - Mandawa - Khimsar - Osian - Jodhpur - Jawai - Ranakpur - Kumbhalgarh - Dungarpur - Chittorgarh - Bundi

Description

Hidden Gems of Rajasthan - Offbeat Royal Trail (09 Nights 10 Days)

Venture off the beaten track and into the real and unspoilt heart of Rajasthan. It is a well crafted 9-night/10-day offbeat journey through glorious mediaeval forts, remote desert outposts, tribal areas and rugged wild landscapes. Explore the timeless blue streets of Bundi, track wild leopards roaming ancient granite hills, stay in authentic centuries-old heritage palaces before mass tourism arrives, explore the frescoed havelis of Shekhawati.

Inclusions:

  • Assistance on Arrival.
  • A 24 – hour helpline.
  • Daily Breakfast
  • Hotel Accommodation
  • Travelling in an AC car.
  • Sightseeing tours as per itinerary

Exclusions:

  • Air fare / train fare.
  • Guide & Monuments entry fees.
  • Camera & additional activity charges.
  • Insurance coverage.
  • Meals other than breakfast.
  • Personal nature expenses.
  • Any other item not specified.


Itinerary

Day 01 – Arrive in Jaipur → Drive to Samode

Arrive at Jaipur Airport/Station, our representative will greet you. Drive straight to the heritage village of Samode (1 hour). Spend your afternoon visiting the beautiful palace grounds, walking through painted havelis and colourful village lanes. Evening is the time to watch the beautiful sunset at Samode Bagh.

✨ Experience: Stay in a 475-year-old palace with royal heritage

Overnight: Samode


Day 02 – Samode → Mandawa (The Shekhawati Region)

After breakfast proceed to Mandawa, located in the heart of the Shekhawati region. Mandawa is known as the ‘Open Air Art Gallery’ of Rajasthan, internationally. Explore beautiful frescoed havelis with historic murals and local paintings. Come and visit Mandawa Fort and enjoy a guided artistic mural walk.

✨ Experience: Rajasthan’s open-air art gallery

Mandawa overnight


Day 03 - Mandawa to Khimsar

Drive through the countryside and traditional villages to Khimsar. Check in at the grand fort. Afternoon jeep Safari to Khimsar Sand Dunes. Enjoy the quiet, pristine solitude of the desert minus the commercial tourist rush of the larger destinations and then watch a beautiful sunset over the dunes.

✨ Experience: Desert solitude without the tourist crowds

Overnight: Khimsar Fort.


Day 04 – Khimsar – Osian – Jodhpur

Travel to Jodhpur with a stop en route at the ancient 8th century Osian Desert Temples. Discover these beautifully carved Jain and Hindu architectural features. Go to Jodhpur. Evening: Private Bishnoi village safari to meet local artisans and observe indigenous desert wildlife.

JODHPUR overnight:


Day 05 – Jawai to Jodhpur

Start your day with a visit to the imposing Mehrangarh Fort that dominates the Jodhpur skyline. Later proceed to Jawai hills. In the evening enjoy a private Leopard Safari in the wild granite rocky landscapes. Jawai is famous for its unique coexistence of wild leopards and the local Rabari herdsmen.

Experience: Tracking Leopards in Wild Granite

Overnight at Jawai.


Day 06 – Jawai to Ranakpur/Kumbhalgarh

Drive to Ranakpur to visit the world famous Jain Temple with its 1444 uniquely carved marble pillars. From the Aravallis, proceed to Kumbhalgarh. Discover the enormous Kumbhalgarh Fort, the world’s second longest continuous wall of a fort. In the evening visit the Light & Sound show.

Night: Kumbhalgarh


Day 07 – Kumbhalgarh to Dungarpur

Drive through the rugged Aravalli hills to the pristine, peaceful royal town of Dungarpur. Visit this secret tribal region and the grand palace, a classic lakeside masterpiece of exquisite blue-grey sandstone architecture. Relax with the sunset over the quiet lake.

✨ Experience Pristine royal city

Overnight at Dungarpur.


08 – Dungarpur to Chittorgarh

Travel to Chittorgarh to see one of the largest fortresses in India. Visit the legendary Vijay Stambh (Tower of Victory), Kirti Stambh and the ruins of ancient Padmini Palace. In the evening, visit a tranquil rural village next to the fort.

Chittorgarh Last Night


Day 09 – Chittorgarh to Bundi:

Drive to Bundi affectionately known as “Hidden Blue Town”. Explore the spectacular Taragarh Fort, the renowned fresco-filled Bundi Palace and the elaborate stepwells including Raniji ki Baori. Stroll through the local traditional bazaars and view palace murals.

✨ Experience: Pre-mass tourism Rajasthan

Bundi for the night


Day 10 – Bundi to Jaipur Departure

After breakfast drive back to Jaipur (approx. 3.5 hrs) Drop at Jaipur Airport or Railway Station to continue your journey.



Hotels

Destinations Premium Heritage Option Elite Luxury Option
Samode (1N) Samode Bagh / Similar Samode Palace / Similar
Mandawa (1N) Mandawa Haveli / Similar Castle Mandawa / Similar
Khimsar (1N) Welcomhotel Khimsar Fort / Similar Welcomhotel Khimsar Dunes / Similar
Jodhpur (1N) Pal Haveli / Similar Ratan Vilas / Pal Haveli (Suite)
Jawai (1N) Jawai Bera Leopard Camp / Similar Jawai Castle Resort / Luxury Tents
Kumbhalgarh (1N) Everest Hill Resort / Similar The Aodhi (HRH) / Everest Hill (Suite)
Dungarpur (1N) Udai Bilas Palace (Standard Room) Udai Bilas Palace (Grand Suite)
Chittorgarh (1N) Castle Bijaipur / Similar Castle Bijaipur (Suite stays)
Bundi (1N) Dev Niwas / Similar Hadoti Palace / Dev Niwas (Suite)


Tentative Package Cost

Package Category Per Person Cost In INR
02 Pax 04 Pax 06 Pax Extra Mattress/Bed CNB
Premium Heritage Option 48,000 42,500 37,200 16,500 11,200
Elite Luxury Option 69,500 63,000 56,800 24,000 18,500

**Inclusive of GST (Discount is applicable on selected date; for this contact us)



Vehicle

2 – 3 person + 1 child: Swift Dzire or similar as per itinerary and timing only.
4 – 6 person: Toyota Innova or similar as per itinerary and timing only