Maharaja Trails of Love: Luxury Rajasthan Tour for Couples (6N/7D)
Overview
In this seven-day trip, you would travel through the princely region of Rajasthan from the Pink City, Jaipur, to the Thar Desert at a leisurely pace, which includes some evenings specifically suited for couples. Start your trip in Jaipur by visiting the City Palace, Jantar Mantar, Hawa Mahal, and the old bazaars; the next day, visit Amber Fort and Jal Mahal, then drive to Udaipur, with optional stops at Ajmer Sharif Dargah and Brahma Temple at Pushkar.
In Udaipur, spending two days, you could enjoy visiting the City Palace, Jagdish Temple, Saheliyon ki Bari, and Fateh Sagar Lake, finishing the second day with an evening cruise at Lake Pichola. Driving further, you will pass through the Aravalli Mountains, and after seeing the marble Jain temples of Ranakpur, you will reach Jodhpur, where Mehrangarh Fort and Jaswant Thada stand above the blue city. On day five, you will go to Jaisalmer, the golden fort town, while day six will take you to the Sam Sand Dunes, where you will experience a camel ride at sunset, folk music, and spend a night at a desert camp.
This tour is perfect for newly married couples and honeymooners. You stay in 3-star hotels plus one night at the desert camp, with daily breakfast and a private vehicle throughout, and the tour ends in Jaisalmer or, if you prefer, back in Jodhpur.
Package Features
City Palace, Jantar Mantar, Hawa Mahal and Jaipur's bazaars.
An evening on the water in Udaipur, the City of Lakes.
Marble halls of carved pillars on the way to Jodhpur.
The great fort high above the blue city.
Jaisalmer Fort, carved havelis and Gadisar Lake.
Camel ride, desert sunset, folk show and a tent stay.
Included
- 6 nights on double occupancy: 5 nights in 3-star hotels (1 night Jaipur, 2 nights Udaipur, 1 night Jodhpur, 1 night Jaisalmer) and 1 night in a desert camp tent at the Sam Sand Dunes
- Daily breakfast, including breakfast at the desert camp on day 7
- Pick-up at Jaipur airport or railway station; drop at Jaisalmer airport or railway station, or in Jodhpur after a return drive
- All transfers and sightseeing by private vehicle as per the itinerary
- Boat ride on Lake Pichola, and the camel ride and folk music and dance show at the Sam Sand Dunes camp
- Sightseeing and activities as listed in the itinerary (items marked optional are extra)
- GST
Excluded
- Flights or train tickets to Jaipur and from Jaisalmer or Jodhpur
- Lunch and dinner, including dinner at the desert camp
- Monument and museum entry tickets and camera fees, unless specifically included
- Optional experiences: Chokhi Dhani dinner, elephant or jeep ride at Amber Fort, the Ajmer Sharif and Pushkar stops, the Vintage Car Museum, the Bagore Ki Haveli dance show and the Umaid Bhawan Palace museum
- Personal expenses such as shopping, laundry, phone calls and tips
- Travel insurance
- Anything not listed under Included
Tour Itinerary
Day 1 Welcome to Jaipur – Royal Start
- Get picked up at Jaipur airport or railway station and check in to your hotel.
- Begin exploring with visits to the City Palace, the Jantar Mantar observatory and the iconic Hawa Mahal.
- Wander through the busy Johari Bazaar or Bapu Bazaar for jewellery, block prints and juttis.
- In the evening, opt for a traditional Rajasthani dinner at Chokhi Dhani (optional). Overnight stay in Jaipur.
- Highlights of the Day: City Palace, Jantar Mantar, Hawa Mahal, Johari Bazaar or Bapu Bazaar, Chokhi Dhani (optional)
Day 2 Jaipur to Udaipur via Amber Fort
- After an early breakfast, visit Amber Fort, with an optional elephant or jeep ride up to the gates.
- Stop at Jal Mahal for photos of the palace on Man Sagar Lake before hitting the road.
- Begin the scenic drive to Udaipur (about 6.5 hours), with optional stops at the Ajmer Sharif Dargah and Pushkar's Brahma Temple.
- Reach Udaipur by evening and check in to your hotel. Overnight stay in Udaipur.
- Highlights of the Day: Amber Fort, Jal Mahal, Ajmer Sharif Dargah (optional), Pushkar's Brahma Temple (optional)
Day 3 Udaipur – City of Lakes
- After breakfast, visit the City Palace, the carved Jagdish Temple and the fountain gardens of Saheliyon ki Bari.
- Spend a relaxed afternoon at Fateh Sagar Lake, or visit the Vintage Car Museum and its collection of royal cars (optional).
- In the evening, enjoy a boat ride on Lake Pichola as the palaces light up.
- Round off the day with the Rajasthani dance show at Bagore Ki Haveli (optional). Overnight stay in Udaipur.
- Highlights of the Day: City Palace, Jagdish Temple, Saheliyon ki Bari, Fateh Sagar Lake, boat ride on Lake Pichola, Vintage Car Museum (optional), Bagore Ki Haveli dance show (optional)
Day 4 Udaipur to Jodhpur via Ranakpur Temples
- Have breakfast and check out for the drive to Jodhpur (about 5.5 hours).
- On the way, visit the Ranakpur Jain Temples, known for their intricate marble work and forest of carved pillars.
- On arrival in Jodhpur, explore the lively Clock Tower Market and enjoy a relaxed evening stroll. Overnight stay in Jodhpur.
- Highlights of the Day: Ranakpur Jain Temples, Clock Tower Market
Day 5 Jodhpur Sightseeing – Drive to Jaisalmer
- Start your day at Mehrangarh Fort, then visit the white-marble Jaswant Thada memorial nearby.
- See Umaid Bhawan Palace from outside, with an optional visit to its museum.
- After lunch, drive to Jaisalmer (about 5.5 hours) through Rajasthan's golden desert country.
- Arrive by evening and check in to your hotel. Overnight stay in Jaisalmer.
- Highlights of the Day: Mehrangarh Fort, Jaswant Thada, Umaid Bhawan Palace
Day 6 Jaisalmer and Sam Sand Dunes Tour
- After breakfast, visit Jaisalmer Fort, one of the few forts in the world where people still live, then Patwon Ki Haveli, Nathmal Ki Haveli and Gadisar Lake.
- In the afternoon, head out to the Sam Sand Dunes for your desert experience.
- Enjoy a camel ride across the dunes, watch the sun set over the desert and stay for a folk dance and music show.
- Overnight stay in a desert camp tent at the Sam Sand Dunes.
- Highlights of the Day: Jaisalmer Fort, Patwon Ki Haveli, Nathmal Ki Haveli, Gadisar Lake, Sam Sand Dunes
Day 7 Departure from Jaisalmer or Jodhpur
- Enjoy breakfast at your desert camp and check out.
- Choose your drop: Jaisalmer airport or railway station, or a return drive to Jodhpur (about 5.5 hours).
- Your trip ends with memories of Rajasthan's palaces, lakes and desert evenings.
- Highlights of the Day: Drop at Jaisalmer or return drive to Jodhpur, departure
Payment Policy
- An advance payment is required to secure your booking; the balance is paid as per the schedule in your booking confirmation.
- Booking will only be confirmed once the itinerary has been confirmed, advance has been made, and we have sent you the official confirmation letter.
- Full payment might be required while making the booking during peak seasons, for special hotel rates, and for selected activities.
- In case payment is not made on time, the booking is liable to cancellation as per the cancellation policy.
- The cost of the package is per person based on twin sharing and includes GST.
Refund Policy
- The cancellation fees vary depending on the day we receive your cancellation request and other considerations like the supplier’s policy and peak season. The applicable charges are shared with your quotation.
- Refunds are processed once the relevant suppliers approve them, so timelines can vary.
- Refunds are made to the original payment method or another method agreed with you.
- Non-refundable amounts, supplier fees and bank or payment-processing charges may be deducted.
- If a service cannot be provided because of weather, road closures, government orders or other events beyond our control, a refund or an alternative arrangement is offered as per the supplier's terms.
Policy & Important Terms
- Every traveller must carry a valid government photo ID (Aadhaar, passport, voter ID or driving licence). Foreign nationals need a passport with a valid Indian visa.
- The Ranakpur Jain Temples usually open to non-Jain visitors from about midday; leather items are not allowed inside and shoulders and knees should be covered.
- Dress modestly at temples and the Ajmer Sharif Dargah; a head covering is required inside the Dargah.
- From November to February, desert nights in Sam Sand Dunes become chilly. Hence, it is advised to carry an extra warm layer for the camp.
- Itinerary for sightseeing will vary due to traffic and weather conditions, or any other local functions or opening hours of monuments.
- The vehicle will be given for the itinerated route; additional tours will cost extra.
- Standard timings for check-in and check-out will be followed; however, early check-in and late check-out will be subjected to availability.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Rajasthan trip good for honeymooning?
Yes. This trip is designed for honeymooners. There is a night cruise on Lake Pichola in the evening and a sunset camel safari in the dunes with an overnight stay at a desert camp. Travel by private vehicle in your own time, and we can include an upgrade of room or candlelight dinner in Udaipur at an extra cost.
How long do the drives take on the tour?
There are three road days in the tour, which are Jaipur to Udaipur (around 6.5 hours), Udaipur to Jodhpur (via Ranakpur; around 5.5 hours) and Jodhpur to Jaisalmer (around 5.5 hours). If you choose the Jodhpur drop on day 7, add about 5.5 hours more. Your driver stops for meals, photos and breaks whenever you need.
What is the desert camp night like, and is dinner included?
On day 6 you drive out to the Sam Sand Dunes west of Jaisalmer for a camel ride at sunset, a folk music and dance show and a night in a camp tent. Breakfast at the camp next morning is included; dinner at the camp is paid separately unless your quotation includes it.
Where does the tour end?
The tour ends by dropping you either at Jaisalmer airport or railway station, or taking you back to Jodhpur. Flights from Jaisalmer are not frequent; hence please check the schedule prior to making a decision.
What is the best time for this tour?
This tour would be the most enjoyable between October to March, with pleasant temperatures during the day and cooler ones at night in the desert region. Jaisalmer Desert Festival held usually in the month of February, also adds colour to your journey. Between April and June, temperatures are very hot, and July to September is the monsoon season.
Is it possible to add more nights to the package or improve hotel standards?
Yes, couples usually add another night in either Jaisalmer or Udaipur and even upgrade hotels from 3-star to 4-star. You can even prolong your tour to include Bikaner. Just share your travel dates and requirements, and we will send you the revised quotation.
