Luxury Rajasthan with Varanasi

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Tour Overview

Embark on a captivating 18-day journey across India's iconic destinations, starting with the bustling capital, New Delhi, where history and modernity blend seamlessly. Explore Varanasi’s spiritual aura and visit Sarnath, the sacred site of Buddha’s first sermon. Afterward, visit Agra’s timeless beauty, home to the majestic Taj Mahal. Travel through Fatehpur Sikri to Jaipur, the Pink City, and continue to Udaipur, the Venice of the East. Discover Rajasthan’s charm as you visit Ranakpur’s exquisite temples, followed by Jodhpur’s blue streets and grand forts. Experience the desert allure of Jaisalmer and Bikaner, before heading to Mandawa’s charming havelis. Conclude your adventure back in New Delhi, reflecting on the rich cultural tapestry of India. This tour offers a perfect blend of history, culture, and scenic beauty, making it an unforgettable experience for travelers seeking the essence of India’s diverse heritage. ...more ...less

Highlights

  • • Explore both Old and New Delhi on a guided city tour.

  • • Visit significant landmarks like Humayun's Tomb, the Red Fort, and Raj Ghat, the site of Gandhi’s cremation.

  • • Enjoy a rickshaw ride through Delhi’s bustling backstreets.

  • • Experience a sunrise boat ride along the Ganges River in Varanasi and explore its sacred temples.

  • • Take a guided city tour of Agra, including a sunrise visit to the Taj Mahal and a stop at Mehtab Bagh for stunning views.

  • • Discover the abandoned Mughal city of Fatehpur Sikri.

  • • In Jaipur, enjoy an elephant or jeep ride to Amber Fort and visit Nahargarh Fort, Jaigarh Fort, Jal Mahal, Hawa Mahal, and the regal City Palace.

  • • Relish the tranquil beauty of Lake Pichola and explore the delightful City Palace in Udaipur.

  • • Enjoy guided sightseeing tours of Jodhpur and Bikaner, and experience a camel ride in Jaisalmer.

  • • Immerse yourself in the rich history and culture of Rajasthan.

Itinerary

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Day 1 : Arrival in New Delhi

Location: New Delhi

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: The Grand

Meals Included: Breakfast

On your arrival at New Delhi airport, our UncleSam Holidays representative will assist you at the airport and later transfer you to your pre-booked hotel for an overnight stay. The rest of the day is free for your leisure activities.
Overnight at Hotel.

Day 2 : New Delhi Sightseeing

Location: New Delhi

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: The Grand

Meals Included: Breakfast

After breakfast at the hotel, proceed for a full-day guided tour of New Delhi and Old Delhi. Visit Qutub Minar, drive past the Lotus Temple, and visit Humayun's Tomb. Later, drive past Rashtrapati Bhavan and India Gate. After lunch at a local restaurant in Delhi, continue with an Old Delhi sightseeing tour, including Raj Ghat and a drive past the Red Fort. Enjoy a short rickshaw ride in the Chandni Chowk spice market.
Overnight at Hotel.

Day 3 : New Delhi - Varanasi (By Flight) - Sarnath (12 km / 30 mins One Way)

Location: Varanasi

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Radisson

Meals Included: Breakfast

After breakfast at the hotel, check out and transfer to New Delhi airport to board your flight to Varanasi. Upon arrival at Varanasi airport, our representative will meet you and transfer you to your pre-booked hotel for the night stay. After refreshing, proceed for a guided tour of Sarnath, an important site for Buddhist pilgrims. Visit Dhamek Stupa, the Archaeological Museum, the Chaukhandi Stupa, and the Tibetan Buddhist Monastery. After the tour, drive back to Varanasi for the night stay. The rest of the day is free for your leisure activities.
Overnight at Hotel.

Day 4 : At Varanasi

Location: Varanasi

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Radisson

Meals Included: Breakfast

Early morning boat ride on the River Ganges, followed by breakfast at the hotel.
Later, proceed for a guided tour of Varanasi, visiting Tulsi Manas Temple, Durga Temple, Shri Vishwanath Temple, and Sankat Mochan Temple. You will also visit Bharat Mata Temple, Banaras Hindu University, and Birla Mandir. In the evening, experience the Ganges Aarti ceremony performed on the banks of the Ghat.
Overnight at Hotel.

Day 5 : Varanasi - New Delhi (By Flight) - Agra (260 km / 3.30 hrs)

Location: Agra

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Clarks Shiraz

Meals Included: Breakfast

After breakfast at the hotel, check out and transfer to Varanasi airport for your flight to New Delhi. Upon arrival at New Delhi airport, our representative will assist you and drive you to Agra, the "City of Love". Upon arrival in Agra, check in to your pre-booked hotel for an overnight stay. The rest of the day is free for your leisure activities.
Overnight at Hotel.

Day 6 : At Agra

Location: Agra

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Clarks Shiraz

Meals Included: Breakfast

Early morning, before breakfast, visit the world’s most popular and beautiful monument, the Taj Mahal (closed on Fridays). After your guided tour of the Taj Mahal, return to your hotel for breakfast. Later, proceed for a guided tour of Agra, visiting Agra Fort (including Moti Masjid, Octagonal Tower, Jahangir Palace, Diwan-i-Aam, Diwan-i-Khas) and Itmad-ud-Daulah's Tomb. Also, visit Mehtab Bagh for a sunset view of the Taj Mahal. After the tour, enjoy shopping or return to your hotel for an overnight stay.
Overnight at Hotel.

Day 7 : Agra - Fatehpur Sikri - Jaipur (260 km / 5.30 hrs)

Location: Jaipur

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Brij Nest

Meals Included: Breakfast

After breakfast at the hotel, check out and drive to Jaipur, known as the "Pink City". En route, visit Fatehpur Sikri, an ancient, deserted town built by the Mughal Empire in 1571, made from red sandstone. Visit the Tomb of Salim Chisti, Buland Darwaza, Diwan-i-Khas, and Panch Mahal. After the visit, continue driving to Jaipur. Upon arrival, check in to your pre-booked hotel for an overnight stay. The rest of the day is free for your leisure activities.
Overnight at Hotel.

Day 8 : At Jaipur

Location: Jaipur

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Brij Nest

Meals Included: Breakfast

After breakfast at the hotel, proceed for a full-day guided tour of Jaipur. Visit Amber Fort (with an optional elephant ride or jeep ride), and if time permits, explore Nahargarh Fort and Jaigarh Fort. Also visit City Palace, Jantar Mantar, and drive past Jal Mahal and Hawa Mahal (Palace of Winds), and Birla Temple. After the tour, enjoy shopping or return to your hotel for an overnight stay.
Overnight at Hotel.

Day 9 : Jaipur - Chittorgarh - Udaipur (420 km / 6.30 hrs)

Location: Udaipur

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: The Lalit

Meals Included: Breakfast

After breakfast at the hotel, check out and drive to Udaipur, known as the "City of Lakes". En route, visit Chittorgarh Fort, one of the largest forts in India and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Explore Rana Kumbha Palace, Kumbha Shyam Temple, Victory Tower, Meerabai Temple, Tower of Fame, Padmini Palace, Chittaurgarh Museum, and Jaimal and Patta Palaces, covering an area of 700 acres. After the visit, continue driving to Udaipur. Upon arrival, check in to your pre-booked hotel for an overnight stay.
Optional tour to Eklingji and Nagda Temples, which are 25 km one way from Udaipur.
Overnight at Hotel.

Day 10 : At Udaipur

Location: Udaipur

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: The Lalit

Meals Included: Breakfast

After breakfast at the hotel, proceed for a full-day guided tour of Udaipur. Visit City Palace, Bagore Ki Haveli, Fateh Sagar Lake, Ambrai Ghat, Jagdish Temple, Udaipur Ropeway, Vintage Collection of Classic Cars Museum, and Saheliyon Ki Bari. After the palace and fort tours, enjoy a boat ride on Lake Pichola. In the evening, enjoy a traditional Rajasthani folk dance and music show, "The Dharohar Dance Show," at Bagore Ki Haveli.
Overnight at Hotel.

Day 11 : Udaipur - Ranakpur - Jodhpur (250 km / 5 hrs)

Location: Jodhpur

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Indana Palace

Meals Included: Breakfast

After breakfast at the hotel, check out and drive to Jodhpur, known as the "Blue City." En route, visit Ranakpur Jain Temples, which were built in the 12th century. After visiting the temples, continue driving to Jodhpur. Upon arrival, check in to your pre-booked hotel for an overnight stay. The rest of the day is free for your leisure activities.
Overnight at Hotel.

Day 12 : At Jodhpur

Location: Jodhpur

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Indana Palace

Meals Included: Breakfast

After breakfast at the hotel, proceed for a full-day guided tour of Jodhpur. Visit the massive Mehrangarh Fort, Jaswant Thada, Umaid Bhawan Palace (now a luxury hotel), Rao Jodha Desert Rock Park, Clock Tower, Mandore Temple, Mandore Gardens, and Balsamand Lake. After the tour, enjoy shopping or return to your hotel for an overnight stay.
Overnight at Hotel.

Day 13 : Jodhpur - Jaisalmer (280 km / 5 hrs)

Location: Jaisalmer

Accommodation: Camp

Accommodation Name: Luxury Desert Camp

Meals Included: Breakfast

After breakfast at the hotel, check out and drive to Jaisalmer, known as the "Golden City of India." Upon arrival, check in to your pre-booked camp for an overnight stay. After refreshing, enjoy a camel ride on the dunes followed by a traditional dinner with cultural activities and Rajasthani dance performances.
Overnight at Camp.

Day 14 : At Jaisalmer

Location: Jaisalmer

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Marriott Spa & Resort

Meals Included: Breakfast

After breakfast at the camp, check out and proceed for a city tour of Jaisalmer. Upon arrival in the city, check in to your pre-booked hotel for an overnight stay. Later, proceed for a full-day guided tour, visiting Jaisalmer Fort, Salim Singh Ki Haveli, Patwon Ki Haveli, Thar Heritage Museum, Gadisar Lake, Silk Route Art Gallery, and various temples. The rest of the day is free for your leisure activities.
Overnight at Hotel.

Day 15 : Jaisalmer - Bikaner (330 km / 6 hrs)

Location: Bikaner

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Narendra Bhawan

Meals Included: Breakfast

After breakfast at the hotel, check out and drive to Bikaner, known as the "Camel Country." Upon arrival, check in to your pre-booked hotel for an overnight stay. After refreshing, proceed for a half-day guided tour to Bikaner, visiting Lalgarh Palace, Junagarh Fort (Bikaner Fort), and Bhandasar Jain Temple. The rest of the day is free for your leisure activities.
Overnight at Hotel.

Day 16 : Bikaner - Mandawa (210 km / 3 hrs)

Location: Mandawa

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Castle Mandawa

Meals Included: Breakfast

After breakfast at the hotel, check out and drive to Mandawa. Upon arrival, check in to your pre-booked hotel for an overnight stay. After refreshing, proceed for a guided tour of Mandawa, visiting the various havelis and palaces.
Overnight at Hotel.

Day 17 : Mandawa - New Delhi (240 km / 5.30 hrs)

Location: New Delhi

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: The Grand

Meals Included: Breakfast

After breakfast at the hotel, check out and drive to New Delhi, with an en-route visit to the Rail Museum in Rewari for a tea/coffee snack. Upon arrival in New Delhi, check in to your pre-booked hotel for an overnight stay. The rest of the day is free for your leisure activities.
Overnight at Hotel.

Day 18 : Departure from New Delhi

Location: New Delhi

Meals Included: Breakfast

After breakfast at the hotel, check out and transfer to New Delhi airport for your flight to your next destination or home.

What's Included

  • • 17 Nights accommodation based on double / twin sharing basis

  • • Assistance during arrival and departure by UncleSam Holidays

  • • Dining Inclusions

    17 Breakfast at Hotel

  • • All sightseeing including airport transfers by an AC vehicle

  • • English speaking guide at New Delhi, Agra, Fatehpur Sikri, Jaipur, Chittorgarh, Udaipur, Ranakpur, Jodhpur, Jaisalmer, Bikaner and Mandawa

    (Other languages guides are available on additional charges)

  • • Flights form New Delhi to Varanasi

  • • Flights form Varanasi to New Delhi

  • • Cycle Rickshaw ride at Chandni Chowk in Old Delhi

  • • Visit to the most famous Buddhist sites at Sarnath

  • • Boat Cruise and Evening aarti in Varanasi

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What's Not Included

  • • Visas Fee (if applicable)

  • • Tips (always optional, but some guidance will be given in the pre-departure information pack you’ll receive after booking)

  • • Beverages other than drinking water & any costs of a personal nature

  • • International flights to/from the start/finish of the trip

Mode of Transport

All sightseeing including airport transfers by an AC Car MUV / SUV / Sedan car with an English speaking driver. Drivers of our private vehicles are experienced with good knowledge of the road conditions and well trained. The type of vehicles provided are as follows :

Passenger Vehicle type
• 1-2 persons Air-conditioned medium car such as Etios / Dezire or similar
• 3-4 persons Air-conditioned large car such as Toyota Innova or similar
• 5-10 persons Air-conditioned mini-van such as Tempo Traveler or similar
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Accommodation

Accommodation at 5/4 Star hotels.

Check out our Q&As

  • Will passengers from another country be participating in the tour?

    Yes

  • What is the fitness level required to do this tour?

    Easy

  • What happens if a group doesn’t make its minimum required number of passengers?

    100% Departure if there is single traveller.

  • Company Instant Book

    Yes

  • Can you assist with pre or post tour accommodation?

    Yes

  • Are children permitted to take part in the tour?

    Yes

  • Are flights included in this tour?

    No

  • Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?

    Yes

  • Are airport transfers included in this tour?

    Yes

  • Is there any free time to explore places during the tour?

    Yes

  • Are vaccinations required for this tour?

    Yes

  • What currencies are required for this tour?

    INR is local currency.

  • Will I know the names and details of all the accommodation before I depart?

    Yes

  • Do I need to purchase travel insurance before travelling?

    Absolutely. Every traveller is required to purchase travel insurance before the start of their tour. Due to the varying nature, availability and cost of health care around the world, travel insurance is very much an essential and necessary part of every journey. Its only suggestion from team Unclesam Holidays.

  • Do you require a visa for this holiday?

    Only for foreign national traveller.

  • What is the tipping policy?

    Tips always optional.

  • Is there a supplement for solo travellers?

    Yes

  • What is the maximum group size?

    10

  • How many people will be on my trip?

    UncleSam Holidays provide private and group tour it's completely depend on you which category you are choose. if you are choosing a group tour there is maximum 40 guests.

  • Am I contributing to any charity by booking the tour?

    UncleSam Holidays is a not-for-profit organisation established in 2011. So far, UncleSam Holidays work hard to help underprivileged communities and support sustainable tourism around the world.

  • Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?

    The beauty of taking a guided holiday with us is you’ll have the opportunity to meet and travel with people from all over the globe

  • What are the coaches like?

    We pride ourselves on having the finest fleet of fuel-efficient, fully air-conditioned coaches – all with reclining seats and on-board restrooms. The high vantage point from your coach’s window means you can take in all the glorious scenery, whether it’s a vast rural landscape or an urban city center.

  • Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?

    We select our hotels for their quality, impeccable service and comfort, with the majority of them having air-conditioning. Few hotels don't have air conditioning due to the colder climate.

  • How much luggage can I bring?

    You can bring one suitcase per person and weight not exceeding 23 kg (50 lbs) due to the limited space on the coach. You can also bring one piece of hand luggage, provided it is small enough to take on the coach and does not have telescopic handles.

  • Are the travel guides experience?

    Our Travel Guides come from a variety of backgrounds but they all share a passion for travel. These experienced professionals show you what the guidebooks can’t – a true insider’s perspective of each destination. Each Travel Guide have at least five years’ experience under their belt.

  • What if I have special dietary requirements?

    We can accommodate guests who are vegetarian and can assist with diabetic, gluten-free and other medically-recommended diets. Please advise us at time of booking. Unfortunately, we’re unable to supply meals in accordance with strict religious requirements. We can’t provide salt-free, Kosher, Halal, requests for specific dietary supplements such as soya milk, and high protein or low-carb meals.

  • Will I need a visa?

    You are responsible for obtaining all necessary visas prior to the departure of your guided holiday. Depending on your nationality, you may need visas to enter certain countries included on your trip. Please note that obtaining visas can take up to six weeks prior to your departure. It is strongly advised that you consult your Travel Agent and the local Consulate or Embassy of the country you are visiting well in advance to determine which visas they require and how to obtain them.

  • Do I need travel insurance?

    We strongly recommend that all guests have a travel insurance policy to ensure your peace of mind before and while travelling. It's important that you protect yourself in case of trip cancellations, an interruption for any reason, baggage delays or loss of baggage and medical expenses.

Reviews of this operator

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Great trip to India

12-Nov-2024

Highly recommended to everybody for holiday packages in India. I really appreciate them for their management everything was well managed on every tour and will keep travelling with them in future also.

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Perfect Trip

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Very helpful staff helped me during my trip too regarding all bookings thanku fir making my trip a memorable one

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Well Mananged Services

02-Oct-2024

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  • Low Deposit

    UncleSam Holidays requires a minimum deposit of 25% or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 80 days before departure.

  • Cancellation Policy

    We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of unclesam holidays charges.

    Up to 91 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.

    At 75 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.

    At 65 days before tour starts: Forfeit 75% of booking price.

    At 60 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.

Luxury Rajasthan with Varanasi

18 Days Starting and ending in New Delhi, Delhi, India

Visiting: New Delhi, Varanasi, Agra, Jaipur, Udaipur, Jodhpur, Jaisalmer, Bikaner, Mandawa

Tour operator:

UncleSam Holidays

Tour code:

LXRV18

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Group size:

1 - 10

Physical rating:

Low, Easy

Age range:

1-90

Special diets catered:

Vegetarians, Vegans, Meat, Kosher, Jain, Halal

Tour operated in:

English , French , German , Spanish

Trip Styles:

Active, Adventure Tours, Luxury

Interests:

Cultural, History

Activities:

Sightseeing

Private Available:

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From: $25641 $8974 (USD) Operator discount: -$16667 -65%

NB: Prices correct on 31-Mar-2025 but subject to change.

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