What to do in Rajasthan, India
At Travel Kinship, we are all mad keen on India. Helena in particular has spent a huge amount of time exploring every corner of India and would love to work with you to design a tailormade trip to India.
In this post, Helena highlights a few key things to do and see when visiting one of the more popular and famous areas of India - Rajasthan. Do check out our blog for more ideas on other areas of India and get in touch for a consultation about a tailormade trip to India.
Delhi – 3 nights
STAY AT: The Imperial
THINGS TO DO IN DELHI:
Cycle through the backstreets of the Mehrauli District to discover ancient Mogul Palaces, Mosques, Jain Temples and local wholesale Vegetable Markets
Help in the community kitchens of the Sri Bangla Sahib Sikh Temple for the Gurudwara
Stroll through the private gardens of the President’s Palace
Explore Old & New Delhi on foot and by rickshaw
Agra – 1 night
STAY AT: Amarvilas
THINGS TO DO IN AGRA:
Visit the delightful I’timad-ud-Daulah (Baby Taj)
Be first through the gates at sunrise at the iconic Taj Mahal
Enjoy sundowners at the Metah Bagh (Mogul Garden site overlooking the Taj Mahal)
Experience a Son y Lumiere show at the fascinating Agra Fort
Jaipur – 3 nights
STAY AT: Taj Rambagh Palace and Samode Haveli
THINGS TO DO IN JAIPUR:
Take drinks in the Maharajah of Jaipur’s private apartments at City Palace
Experience a private Hindu Puja Ceremony in a local Temple
Glide over Amber Fort in a hot air balloon at sunrise and enjoy breakfast in the little-visited Amer Village
Visit a very special elephant sanctuary with the option of staying the night in their luxury glamping.
Jodhpur – 3 nights
STAY AT: Raas
THINGS TO DO IN JODHPUR:
Visit the mighty Amber Fort after it is closed to the public enjoying a tour with the curator and champagne
Wander through the bustling streets of Sadar Bazaar and visit the recently discovered and renovated step well
Take a jeep ride out to the authentic Bishoi Villages
Go horse riding in the Aravali Hills
Udaipur – 3 nights
STAY IN: Taj Lake Palace or Raas Devi Garh
THINGS TO DO IN UDAIPUR:
Take a privately guided cycle ride around Lake Pichola
Get involved in a cookery demonstration and lunch with a local family
Enjoy a private dinner on the roof of Shiv Niwas Palace
Explore Udaipur on foot and revel in the comfort of the world-renowned Taj Lake Palace
