Your Itinerary
Fly to Delhi and transfer to Gurgaon for an overnight stay. Depending on your time of arrival the rest of the day is at leisure.
Day 2: Alsisar Heritage Town
Cross into Rajasthan and travel to the town of Alsisar. This small town is full of traditional frescoes, mansions and cenotaphs and even has a castle. Stay overnight in a beautifully restored haveli, a traditional townhouse.
Travel to the vibrant town of Bikaner. Surrounded by the Thar Desert, Bikaner is dominated by its magnificent fort, a complex of ornate buildings and halls, which you'll explore. Then, take a rickshaw ride through the buzzing streets of the old city bazaar. Continue to Gajner.
Days 4-5: Discover Jaisalmer
Rising from the sandy plains of the Thar Desert, Jaisalmer is known as the 'Golden City', nicknamed for its honey-coloured walls. Browse the local markets and visit Sunset Point. Spend the next morning amongst the magnificence of Jaisalmer's 12th-century fort, full of palaces, temples and mansions. Later, travel to the Sam Sand Dunes where you view the sunset.
Day 6: Thar Desert Safari
Venture on through the Thar Desert to Manvar. Here, enjoy a jeep safari to the local Bishnoi villages and meet the local people. Spend the night in a tented desert camp (mid-Oct to mid-Apr) or the Manvar Resort.
Today, drive to Jodhpur. Much of the old town is a vivid blue, earning it the moniker 'Blue City'. Over the next two days, take a city tour visiting Jaswant Thada, the royal cremation grounds, explore the magnificence of the hilltop Mehrangarh Fort and head to the small museum housed in the imposing Umaid Bhawan Palace.
Days 9-10: Explore Udaipur
Travel to Udaipur via the Jain temple complex of Ranakpur and Surya Temple. India's most romantic city, Udaipur is located on Lake Pichola and surrounded by wooded hills; a maze of palaces, temples and colourful alleyways. The next day drive around Fateh Sagar Lake as well as visiting the Folk Musuem, Mewar Art Gallery, Sahelion Ki Bari Garden and the ornate City Palace. Later take a cruise on Lake Pichola passing the magical Lake Palace.
Day 11: Rajasthan Countryside
Drive to Deogarh, stopping en route to visit the Eklinji and Nathdwara temples. This evening wander through the bustling streets and enjoy a lavish 'royal experience' - a special dinner attended by members of the Deogarh royal family.
This morning, board a 1930s-era train for a ride through the hills to Phulad, then
continue by road to Pushkar. Set on the banks of one of India's most sacred lakes, this holy city has 52 ghats used for worship by Hindu pilgrims. Take a walking tour and admire the Brahma Temple.
Travel to Jaipur, the 'Pink City' and Rajasthan's capital. On arrival, visit the Maharaja's City Palace and Jantar Mantar Observatory, a fascinating collection of wonderful astrological instruments.
Day 14: Hawa Mahal & Amber Fort
Begin the day at Hawa Mahal, the 'Palace of the Winds', before travelling out of the city to admire the majestic Amber Fort. Back in Jaipur, try block painting and carpet weaving before enjoying a traditional dinner and dance performance.
Travel to Ranthambore National Park, home to many animals such as leopards, hyena, bears and tigers. The next day, you will have both morning and afternoon safaris, the perfect opportunity to spot many magnificent creatures.
Today travel to Agra, stopping en route at Bharatpur for lunch and visit Fateh Sikri, tomb of Salim Chistic, and Panch Mahal Palace.
Today you will visit India's most iconic sight - The Taj Mahal. This afternoon visit the colossal Agra Fort. This evening, immerse yourself in a vibrant live musical drama, “Mohabbat the Tajâ€â€”a spectacular Bollywood-style performance that brings to life the romantic tale of Emperor Shah Jahan and Mumtaz Mahal in a dazzling fusion of dance, drama, and emotion.
Travel by road back to Delhi. India's capital, it is a city of equal chaos and charm, the sort of place that grabs you and doesn't let go! This afternoon, begin your explorations with old and new visiting the UNESCO-listed 12th-century Qutab Minar, and the impressive Lotus Temple built in the 1980s.
Continue to discover the city, starting the day in Old Delhi, exploring the vast spice market and visiting the monumental Jama Masjid mosque, before crossing into New Delhi where you'll find the colonial Rajpath, stopping for a photo at the iconic India Gate.
Days 21-22: Fly Delhi To Australia
Fly to Australia, arriving home the same or following day.