10 Days Best of Rajasthan Tour with Taj Mahal
This private 10-day Rajasthan tour brings together the Taj Mahal, the forts of Jaipur and Jodhpur, Pushkar’s sacred lake and Udaipur’s palace-lined waterfront. Beginning in Delhi and ending in Udaipur, it offers a varied introduction to North India without spending the final days driving back to the capital.
Two nights in Delhi allow a proper introduction to Old and New Delhi before a journey to Agra for the Taj Mahal and Agra Fort. Continue through Fatehpur Sikri to Jaipur, where Amber Fort, the royal observatory and the Pink City bazaars reveal another side of India’s past.
From Jaipur, pause in Pushkar to experience the lake ghats and Brahma Temple before travelling onwards to Jodhpur. A full day in the Blue City gives you time inside Mehrangarh Fort and among the streets below its walls. The onward drive through the Aravalli hills includes the remarkable marble Jain temples at Ranakpur.
The journey ends with two nights in Udaipur, where City Palace, local crafts and Lake Pichola offer a finish. Travelling with a private chauffeur allows comfortable stops and flexible sightseeing. Guides can add context at the major monuments, while individual activities and any onward domestic flight are arranged according to your confirmed proposal.
Tour Highlights:
- Explore Old Delhi’s bazaars and New Delhi’s landmark monuments with a local guide.
- Visit the Taj Mahal and Agra Fort; continue through the Mughal city of Fatehpur Sikri.
- See Amber Fort, City Palace, Jantar Mantar and Hawa Mahal in Jaipur.
- Walk beside Pushkar Lake and visit the Brahma Temple en route to Jodhpur.
- Explore Mehrangarh Fort and the blue-painted streets of Jodhpur.
- Admire Ranakpur’s intricately carved marble Jain temple complex.
- Discover Udaipur’s City Palace and enjoy an optional boat ride on Lake Pichola.
Detailed Itinerary
Arrive at Delhi airport, where your representative will meet you for the private transfer to your hotel. The first day is deliberately light, especially after a long international journey.
If you arrive early, there may be time for a gentle neighbourhood walk or a relaxed dinner. Your guide can confirm the plan for tomorrow’s exploration of Delhi.
Day Experiences:
- Airport welcome and private transfer
- Unhurried first evening
Overnight stay in Delhi.
Start in Old Delhi, where Jama Masjid and the lively lanes of Chandni Chowk reveal the city’s Mughal-era trading history. A cycle-rickshaw ride, if suitable, offers a memorable view of the markets, spices and workshops.
After lunch, contrast the narrow lanes with New Delhi’s broad avenues. Visit Humayun’s Tomb and Qutub Minar, with a drive past India Gate and the government district as time permits. Your local guide will explain how Delhi’s different rulers shaped the city rather than simply moving you between monuments.
Day Experiences:
- Old Delhi markets and optional rickshaw ride
- Humayun’s Tomb and Qutub Minar
- India Gate orientation drive
Overnight stay in Delhi.
Travel south on the expressway to Agra, allowing time for a lunch stop and hotel check-in. Begin with Agra Fort, a vast red-sandstone citadel containing Mughal palaces, courtyards and views towards the river.
Later visit the Taj Mahal, where your guide explains the story of Shah Jahan and Mumtaz Mahal, the marble inlay craftsmanship and the garden design. Visit times depend on the season, tickets and opening hours. The Taj Mahal is closed to general visitors on Fridays.
Day Experiences:
- Agra Fort’s royal chambers and river views
- Guided Taj Mahal visit
- Time for the gardens and photography
Overnight stay in Agra.
Leave Agra and explore Fatehpur Sikri, the striking sandstone capital built by Emperor Akbar. The palaces, audience halls and courtyards show how Mughal court life once unfolded here.
Continue across Rajasthan to Jaipur, stopping for refreshments along the way. You may add the stepped geometry of Chand Baori at Abhaneri if you prefer an extended sightseeing transfer, but it is not essential to the day. Check in on arrival and enjoy a free evening in the Pink City.
Day Experiences:
- Guided walk through Fatehpur Sikri
- Scenic drive into Rajasthan
- Optional Chand Baori detour
Overnight stay in Jaipur.
Explore Amber Fort, where grand courtyards, painted gateways and the mirror-work Sheesh Mahal reflect the wealth of the Rajput court. Reach the fort by an appropriate vehicle or on foot rather than elephant ride.
Back in Jaipur, visit City Palace and Jantar Mantar, whose oversized astronomical instruments are still remarkable. Stop for photographs outside Hawa Mahal, then take time in the old bazaars to see block-printed textiles, jewellery and local crafts. Your guide can adjust the number of stops to keep the day comfortable.
Day Experiences:
- Amber Fort palaces and viewpoints
- City Palace and Jantar Mantar
- Hawa Mahal and Jaipur bazaars
Overnight stay in Jaipur.
Depart Jaipur early for the drive towards Jodhpur, pausing at Pushkar. Walk along the ghats around the sacred lake and visit the Brahma Temple, where your guide can explain the town’s religious traditions and appropriate temple etiquette.
There is time for a short stroll through the market lanes before continuing to Jodhpur. This is a full travelling day with sightseeing en route, so the afternoon schedule should remain flexible. Arrive at the hotel in the evening and rest.
Day Experiences:
- Pushkar Lake and ghats
- Brahma Temple and market lanes
- Private transfer to the Blue City
Overnight stay in Jodhpur.
Spend the morning at Jodhpur’s magnificent Mehrangarh Fort. From the high ramparts, look across the blue-painted houses before entering palace rooms displaying royal furniture, weapons and traditional decorative arts.
Continue to the peaceful marble memorial of Jaswant Thada, then explore the lanes around the Clock Tower and Sardar Market. A guided heritage walk offers a closer look at everyday life, handicrafts and historic architecture. This full day in Jodhpur is intentionally more relaxed than a sightseeing-and-transfer combination.
Day Experiences:
- Mehrangarh Fort museum and viewpoints
- Jaswant Thada
- Clock Tower and old-city heritage walk
Overnight stay in Jodhpur.
Leave Jodhpur for the Aravalli hills and visit the celebrated Jain temple complex at Ranakpur. Inside, finely carved marble pillars and domes create a play of light and shadow. Temple access, photography rules and visiting hours should be checked when planning the stop.
Continue along the scenic road to Udaipur. After hotel check-in, enjoy an easy walk by the waterfront or a quiet evening with views of the city’s lakes.
Day Experiences:
- Ranakpur marble Jain temples
- Aravalli countryside
- Evening arrival in Udaipur
Overnight stay in Udaipur.
Visit Udaipur’s City Palace, a complex of courtyards, balconies and museum rooms looking over the old city and lake. Nearby Jagdish Temple adds another layer of Mewar’s religious and artistic heritage. Continue to Saheliyon-ki-Bari, known for its ornamental fountains and gardens.
Take a little time in the narrow streets for local miniature painting or textile crafts. Later, consider a boat ride on Lake Pichola, subject to water levels and operating arrangements. The afternoon light across the palaces and islands is a memorable end to the sightseeing.
Day Experiences:
- City Palace and Jagdish Temple
- Saheliyon-ki-Bari gardens
- Optional Lake Pichola boat ride
Overnight stay in Udaipur.
Enjoy breakfast and a relaxed departure morning according to your onward travel schedule. Your chauffeur will transfer you to Udaipur airport or railway station with sufficient time for check-in.
This tour ends in Udaipur rather than returning to Delhi by road. Connections to Delhi, Mumbai or other cities can be discussed when preparing your personalised travel proposal; flight schedules and fares are confirmed separately.
Day Experiences:
- Private departure transfer
- Flexible onward travel arrangements
Tour concludes in Udaipur.
What's Included
Clear details of what is covered in your private tour.
Included
- Hotel accommodation on double/twin sharing.
- Daily breakfast at all hotels.
- Private vehicle for all transfers & sightseeing as per itinerary.
- Domestic flight tickets (as per itinerary).
- Train tickets (as per itinerary).
- Professional driver with fuel, tolls, parking & allowance.
- All applicable taxes.
- Assistance on arrival & departure.
Not Included
- International airfare.
- Meals not mentioned in the itinerary.
- Personal expenses: shopping, laundry, tips, etc.
- Entry tickets, activity fees & guide charges.
- Camera/permit charges wherever applicable.
- Travel insurance.
Questions About This Rajasthan Tour
The tour starts at Delhi airport and finishes in Udaipur. This avoids a long road journey back to Delhi. Travellers needing to return to Delhi can take a separately arranged domestic connection or request a longer 12-day Rajasthan route.
A sunrise visit may be arranged according to ticket availability and hotel timing. On this route, the Taj Mahal is normally visited on the arrival day in Agra so there is more time for the Jaipur transfer next morning. The Taj Mahal is closed to general visitors on Fridays, so the sequence must be adjusted for affected departures.
Delhi to Agra typically takes about 3–4 hours; Agra to Jaipur with Fatehpur Sikri is a half- to full-day sightseeing transfer; Jaipur to Jodhpur via Pushkar is a full day; and Jodhpur to Udaipur via Ranakpur is another substantial travel day. Traffic, weather, stops and roadworks change journey times.
No. The Pushkar lake and Brahma Temple visit is planned en route from Jaipur to Jodhpur. This preserves two nights in Jodhpur so guests can properly enjoy Mehrangarh Fort and the Blue City.
Local guiding arrangements should be confirmed in your personalised quote. Guides add context at major sites such as Delhi, the Taj Mahal, Fatehpur Sikri, Amber Fort and Mehrangarh Fort. Entrance tickets, guide fees and special experiences should be listed clearly under the final inclusions.
Yes, with some advance planning. Forts and palace complexes involve steps and uneven paths, while the Pushkar and Ranakpur transfer days are lengthy. We can adapt walking distances, hotel locations and sightseeing pace. If you want fewer long drives, consider an extended itinerary.
The Lake Pichola boat ride is described as optional unless explicitly included in your quotation. Boat services are subject to local regulations, water levels and weather conditions.
October to March usually offers more comfortable temperatures for Rajasthan sightseeing. December and January mornings may be cold in Delhi and Agra, while summer afternoons can be very hot in Jaipur, Jodhpur and Udaipur. Our sightseeing timing can be adjusted for the season.
Only if your onward international ticket or other plans require it. Udaipur has domestic air connections, but schedules vary. Tusk Travel can discuss available onward travel arrangements when finalising the itinerary; flights should not be considered included unless stated in the quote.
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