Rural Rajasthan

Day 1 Depart UK

Today depart the UK on the Virgin Atlantic flight to Delhi. (N)

Day 2 Arrive Delhi

Arrive into Delhi in the morning and stay overnight in the city. Consisting of historic Old Delhi with its imposing mosques, majestic forts and crumbling monuments and New Delhi, the grand colonial capital designed and built by the British during the 1930s, Delhi is culturally and architecturally a city of two distinct halves.(B)
Accommodation in Delhi: Haveli Dharampura
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Day 3 Delhi to Kota – by train / Kota to Bundi – 40 kms

This morning you will be taken to the railway station for the train to Kota. Here you will be met and driven to the small town of Bundi where you will stay overnight. Little visited, Bundi has much charm, is over 650 years old and dominated by the towering Taragarh Fort and palace complex which clings to the hill-side and overlooks the town. (B)
Accommodation in Bundi: Bundi Vilas (or similar)

Day 4 Bundi to Bhainsrorgarh – 100kms

After breakfast leave Bundi and continue through the countryside to Bhainsrorgarh. Located south-west of Kota, this impressive, rambling 18th century fort is surrounded by its own village and sits high on a promontory jutting out into the River Chambal. Small and friendly, Bhainsrorgarh offers a welcoming ‘home’ in southern Rajasthan - a rural area which is yet to be fully discovered. (B/L/D)
Accommodation in Bhainsrorgarh: Bhainsrorgarh Fort Hotel (or similar)

Day 5 Bhainsrorgarh

Today explore the area surrounding Bhainsrorgarh. The 8th century Baroli Temple and nearby tribal villages are particularly fascinating. Alternatively, you may just wish to leisurely enjoy the fort and spectacular rooftop terrace, boat on the River Chambal or explore the small but charming village. (B/L/D)
Accommodation in Bhainsrorgarh: Bhainsrorgarh Fort Hotel (or similar)

Day 6 Bhainsrorgarh to Shahpura Bagh – 200kms

This morning leave Bhainsrorgarh and continue to the small market town of Shahpura. The history of Shahpura dates back over 400 years and the original house was granted to the present family by Shah Jehan. Accommodation is elegant with a mixture of Rajasthani and colonial furnishings and there is also a beautiful swimming pool in the grounds. (B/L/D)
Accommodation in Shahpura: Shahpura Bagh (or similar)

Day 7 Shahpura Bagh

At leisure to enjoy and explore Shahpura Bagh at your own pace. Activities here include bicycle rides, walks by the lake, visits to the local temples and nearby town or the chance to explore a neighbouring 17th century fort. (B/L/D)
Accommodation in Shahpura: Shahpura Bagh (or similar)

Day 8 Shahpura Bagh to Udaipur – 200kms

This morning it is a picturesque drive through the Aravalli Hills to Udaipur where you will stay overnight. Attractive Udaipur, with its palaces and lakeside setting, is a beautiful city and later in the afternoon visit the grand City Palace complex where the Maharaja of Udaipur still resides. Afterwards explore the old town on foot including the Jagdish Mandir temple. (B)
Accommodation in Udaipur: Jagat Niwas Palace Hotel (or similar)
Upgrade option: Leela Palace Hotel (or similar)

Day 9 Udaipur to Dungarpur – 140kms

After breakfast drive to the 13th century town of Dungarpur and stay for two nights at the turn of the century art deco Udai Bilas Palace. Surrounded on three sides by Lake Gaibsagar, Dungarpur is a birdwatchers paradise with a wide variety of ducks, moorhens, waders and ibises at the lake as well as tropical green pigeons and grey hornbills in the wooded hillsides. Dungarpur also remains the main home of the Bhil tribal people. (B)
Accommodation in Dungarpur: Udai Bilas Palace (or similar)

Day 10 Dungarpur

Today explore Dungarpur, including a visit to the June Mahal, a 13th century palace which is located on a hillside above the town. Housing colourful rooms which are beautifully decorated with frescoes, miniatures, glass and mirror inlay work, a collection of some 50 scenes from Karma Sutra is also hidden behind two cupboards doors in the Maharaja's private suite. (B)
Accommodation in Dungarpur: Udai Bilas Palace (or similar)

Day 11 Dungarpur to Narlai – 260 kms

Today return via Udaipur to the bustling rural village of Narlai which is hidden away in the heart of the beautiful Aravalli Hills. On your arrival in Narlai stay for two nights at the delightful Rawla Narlai, once a favourite hunting lodge of the Jodhpur Royal family. (B)
Accommodation in Narlai: Rawla Narlai (or similar)

Day 12 Narlai

At leisure to explore Narlai and surrounding area. Options include a visit to Kumbhalgarh Fort, which guarded the ancient border between the kingdoms of Udaipur and Jodhpur, and the 600 year old temples of Ranakpur. A visit could also be made to the small rural town of Ghanerao which was founded in 1606 and is known for its pretty red sandstone havelis and for being one of the historic breeding centres of the Marwari horse. (B)
Accommodation in Narlai: Rawla Narlai (or similar)

Day 13 Narlai to Rohet – 100kms

This morning drive to Rohet Garh, a 16th century fortified home situated on the edge of the Great Thar Desert, just 40kms south of Jodhpur. This lovely fort is very much a family concern and is a place of great charm and character, steeped in family history. (B)
Accommodation in Rohet: Rohet Garh (or similar)

Day 14 Rohet

Today you are at leisure. You may wish to visit the Roop Raj Durries in nearby Salawas or, in the afternoon, take a village jeep safari to meet the local Bishnoi tribal villagers and neighbouring farming communities. The Bishnoi are an ancient Rajasthani tribe who worship nature in all its manifestations – women suckle motherless deer, die to save trees and go hungry to provide food for animals. (B)
Accommodation in Rohet: Rohet Garh (or similar)

Day 15 Rohet to Chhatra Sagar – 160kms

After breakfast it will be possible to visit Jodhpur, home to the monumental Meherangarh Fort, before driving to charming Chhatra Sagar for a two night stay. At Chhatra Sagar thirteen luxurious fixed tents are set on a dam overlooking a lake making this special property one of the most peaceful, relaxing and unique hideaways in Rajasthan. (B/L/D)
Accommodation: Chhatra Sagar

Day 16 Chhatra Sagar

With its special pastoral setting, a stay at Chhatra Sagar provides a unique opportunity to experience traditional Rajasthan in a way that few other properties allow. Experience the surrounding area, visit local farms and temples and meet the neighbouring villagers. Alternatively, remain at Chhatra Sagar where there is excellent birding in and around the property. (B/L/D)
Accommodation: Chhatra Sagar

Day 17 Chhatra Sagar to Jodhpur – 115kms / Jodhpur to Delhi – by air

Today leave Chhatra Sagar and transfer to Jodhpur Airport in good time to catch the flight to Delhi. On arrival you will be met and taken to your hotel for an overnight stay. (B)
Accommodation in Delhi: Haveli Dharampura
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Day 18 Delhi to the UK

After breakfast transfer back to Delhi Airport for the Virgin Atlantic flight non-stop to the UK. (B)

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