Rajasthan: Cities & the Taj Mahal

India

Rajasthan is often held up to represent ‘classic’ India, and certainly a trip taking in the dazzling cities, sites and sounds of the region would be an ideal introductory visit to this hugely fascinating country.

Situated in the northwest of the country, Rajasthan is a large province famous for its many historic cities and desert landscapes. Add in the must-see that is the Taj Mahal in the neighbouring province of Uttar Pradesh, and this is a dream itinerary.

Spend a day or two acclimatising and exploring the main sights of Delhi, including the Red Fort, the Qutab Minar (the highest stone tower in India) and the great Jama Masjid mosque, India’s capital and political hub is an ancient city that has something for everyone. Settled seven times over the centuries, Delhi is India’s showcase, be it architecture, religion, shopping, culture – everything is available here – waiting to be discovered.

Few visitors to Rajasthan will bypass a trip to Agra to view one of the world’s most beautiful buildings – the exquisite architectural masterpiece that is the Taj Mahal.

From Agra, take in the beautifully preserved ghost city of Fatephur Sikri and a tranquil tiger reserve before driving to Jaipur, the pink-walled, buzzing capital of Rajasthan, and a shopper’s paradise famed for its precious stones.

Next stop is Jodhpur, the famed Blue City, and home to the majestic Mehrangarh Fort. Then it's on to Udaipur, the most romantic city in India, if not the world. Finally, end up in the vibrant modern metropolis of Mumbai for some more contemporary luxury before flying on to other regions of the subcontinent, or back home.

Testimonials

'Our driver was absolutely wonderful, he made the holiday so special...even invited us to supper at his house in Udaipur with his family, which we loved.'

‘Our Christmas family holiday to Rajasthan was fantastic! All the hotels were wonderful, some of the best we have ever stayed in – Udaivilas in Udaipur being the best hotel we have ever been to – so perfect and spoiling. Our driver was absolutely wonderful, he made the holiday so special as he was from Udaipur and took us to meet friends of his in surrounding villages, and even invited us to supper at his house in Udaipur with his family, which we loved. Thanks again for everything, we had...

Martha

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