Combine culture with beautiful landscapes and wildlife encounters and you have the perfect mix for a Rajasthan adventure to remember. If you want to get under the skin of a spectacularly diverse country then this 11-night escape through India\u2019s desert state was made for you. It\u2019s not just the people that make this extraordinary country such an alluring place to visit but also the breath-taking animals from the elusive leopard to playful monkeys. During this Indian sojourn, we\u2019ll take you from vibrant cities like Mumbai and traditional hotels to luxurious tented camps in the middle of the wilds of Jawai. Prepare to fall in love with every side of Rajasthan as we show you all of its hidden wonders.<\/p>\n
The home of Bollywood is a great place to start your cultural immersion and Mumbai has so much to offer. You\u2019ll spend two nights here at the Taj Mahal Palace & Tower, an oasis amid the big city bustle with some of the best views of the Gateway to India and across the Arabian Sea. Your Indian education begins with the spiritual side as you head to an island in the harbour to marvel at the Elephanta Caves, a stunning UNESCO World Heritage Center. Hindu and Buddhist religion stand side by side in this unique system of caves making it an even more interesting monument. The carefully carved sculptures showcase the architectural skill and this site gives you a glimpse of the rich history of this Eastern gem through the beauty of the \u2018City of Caves\u2019.<\/p>\n
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You\u2019ll fly into Jodhpur before a scenic drive to your next stop, Jaisalmer otherwise known as the golden city. Being in the desert doesn\u2019t mean you have to slum it and for three nights you\u2019ll be living the life of luxury at The Serai, an outstanding tented camp that will soon be your favorite place to rest your head. The medieval city of Jaisalmer is a goldmine when it comes to cultural monuments and the Fort is its crowning glory. Beneath the shadow of this turreted masterpiece, you\u2019ll find magnificent Havelis, India\u2019s answer to opulent mansions. The piece de resistance is an unforgettable camel safari through the Sam Sand Dunes as you play the starring role in your own Indiana Jones epic.<\/p>\n
A four-hour drive by car will transport you from the desert of Jaisalmer to the Blue City of Jodhpur where old and new come together in a colourful display. Two nights in this urban maze will be enough to make you never want to leave and with a hotel like the Raas, goodbye will be that much harder to say. You can relax by the pool and soak up the sun before delving into the winding streets, camera at the ready. You\u2019ll visit the Mehrangarh Fort an architectural wonder that towers above the city creating the most breath-taking skyline. The last stop-off in Jodhpur is Jaswant Thada, a marble memorial that glistens under the beating desert sun.<\/p>\n