Rajasthan, tigers and erotic temples

Arrival at New Delhi International Airport. Your personal driver will greet you at the airport and take you to your hotel. Overnight at the hotel.

After breakfast, departure for Mandawa. If you didn’t have time to visit Delhi the day before, you can do so today before heading to Mandawa. Shekhawati is the region of Rajasthan known as "the open-air art gallery of Rajasthan." Once in Mandawa, check-in at the hotel, followed by a walk through the narrow streets to discover the artistic and architectural works of Mandawa. Overnight at the hotel.

Departure in the morning, after breakfast, heading to Bikaner. Upon arrival, check-in at the hotel and exploration of the city, including its magnificent fortress and havelis. Then, visit the Junagarh Fort: Built in 1478, this fort is a prime example of Hindu architecture. The temples and palaces are constructed from sandstone and marble. The interiors are decorated and painted in the purest Rajasthani style. The fort also features beautiful gardens. Overnight at the hotel.

Early morning departure, after breakfast, heading to Jodhpur.

Upon arrival in Jodhpur, check-in at the hotel. Then, visit the Mehrangarh Fort and the Jaswant Thada cenotaph. You can also take a tour of the famous Sadar Bazar market, known for the traditional clothing worn by women and the turbans of men. Overnight at the hotel.

Breakfast at the hotel.

Early morning departure towards Bundi. Upon arrival, check-in at the hotel, then a visit to the immense "Taragarh Fort" will reveal architectural wonders such as massive gates, wall paintings, bastions, weapons, palaces, and lakes. You will then visit the Garh Palace. The "Garh Palace," one of the largest palaces in India, is also a must-see. Its Rajput architecture is evident in the jharokhas (overhanging balconies) and columns, adorned with elephant sculptures. Overnight at the hotel.

Breakfast at the hotel.

Early morning departure towards Jaipur. Upon arrival in Jaipur, check-in at the hotel. Then, enjoy visiting the city and its bazaars at leisure. Overnight at the hotel.

After breakfast, visit Amber Fort and the Palace of Winds. Enjoy a tour of the fort and then visit the Palace of Winds, formerly the royal harem. Overnight at the hotel.

In the morning, departure for Ranthambore. After checking in, visit Ranthambore Fort. Overnight at the hotel.

Full day safari with a naturalist guide to explore the abundant wildlife in the national park, formerly the hunting grounds of the Maharaja. Two safaris, one in the morning and another in the afternoon. Overnight at the hotel.

Morning departure after breakfast towards Agra. Stop to visit the ghost town of Fatehpur Sikri, former capital built by Emperor Akbar in 1659 and abandoned due to water shortage. Visit Jama Masjid, the tomb of Salim Christi, Panch Mahal, and other palaces. Continue to Agra and visit Agra Fort. Overnight at the hotel.

Sunrise visit to the Taj Mahal (closed on Fridays), an opportunity for stunning photos of the colors reflected on the white marble. After breakfast, depart for Orchha. Upon arrival, check into the hotel and have lunch there. Visit the town and its numerous palaces and temples, including Raja Ram, Chaturbhuj, Laxmi Narayan, Shiva Mandir, and Panchmukhi Mahadev Mandir. Overnight at the hotel.

Depart for Panna National Park via Khajuraho. After check-in, visit the city’s erotic temples, divided into three groups. The western group includes the Matangeshvara, Lakshmana, Kandariya, Chitragupta, and Vishvanatha temples. The Jain group includes Adinath, Parshvanath, and Shantinath temples. The southern group, near the old village, includes Duladeo and Chaturbhuja temples. Overnight at the hotel.

Transfer to Khajuraho airport for your flight to Varanasi. Your driver will meet you at the airport and take you to your hotel. Upon arrival, check into the hotel. Visit the ghats and enjoy an evening cruise on the Ganges at sunset, during the Hindu prayers and chants. The sight of floating candles on the water adds a mystical and romantic touch to the cruise. Overnight at the hotel.

A full day devoted to discovering and exploring this sacred city. Varanasi offers numerous ghats and temples for visitors seeking spirituality.

Sunrise cruise on the Ganges, offering a unique view of the bustling life along the river and Varanasi’s ghats. After the cruise, visit Sarnath, the Buddhist city located 15 km from Varanasi. Transfer to Varanasi airport for your flight to New Delhi, where your driver will take you to your hotel. Overnight at the hotel.

Transfer to Delhi airport for your flight home.