Bordered by the Thar Desert and steeped in history, Rajasthan is an Indian state full of intrigue and adventure. On this 14-night trip, we\u2019ll take you from the bustling center of Delhi to the historic cities of Agra, Jaipur, the blue city of Jodhpur and Udaipur, living like a Maharaja along the way. Journey through landscapes and time as you experience the cultural beauty and natural splendour of the desert state. Stay in some of the most luxurious Indian hideaways as you visit breath-taking fortresses, opulent marble palaces and witness one of the Seven Wonders of the World as the sun rises over the utterly romantic and awe-inspiring Taj Mahal. It\u2019s not just the architecture that will have you spellbound as the colourful and ancient customs of this beautiful country get under your skin with this Eastern expedition.<\/p>\n
Arriving in the bustling city of Delhi, rest your head in the height of luxury at The Imperial before getting a taste of the \u2018real India\u2019. The first stop is Humayan\u2019s Tomb, a stunning mausoleum that mixes Persian and Mughal design giving you an insight into the rich history of this vibrant city. From tombs to military ruins you\u2019ll head to the Red Fort, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and explore this vast and impressive monument that was once the home of the Mughal Emperor. Zip through traffic on your rickshaw as you journey around the busy streets watching locals go about their days before drinking in the spiritual atmosphere at Bangla Sahib as our expert guide takes you around this wonderful Sikh place of worship.<\/p>\n
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A scenic three hour drive will transport you to the iconic city of Agra where you will be treated to a night at the Oberoi Amarvilas. First off, and overlooking the Yamuna River, you’ll visit Agra Fort which stands as a relic of the Mughal Empire with its unique red hues. The next part of your cultural education takes place at Itimad-ud-Daula, a palatial mausoleum with some of the most beautiful marble carvings you\u2019ll ever see. Of course, no trip to India would be complete without a visit to the Taj Mahal, a monument of love that has truly stood the test of time. So before you move on, you\u2019ll experience a sunrise you\u2019ll never forget as you wrap yourself up in the romanticism of the Taj Mahal as the sun slowly creeps up behind it.<\/p>\n
Next, to Jaipur where you\u2019ll be struck by its wide streets, elaborate architecture and grand palaces. On your way, uncover the architectural wonder of Fatehpur Sikri before settling down at the luxurious and historic hotel Samode Palace just outside the city which will be your base for three nights. In your free time, choose to relax by the mirror-like pool of your hotel, or want to shop? No problem. Our expert guides can let you in on all of Jaipur\u2019s secrets which you can uncover as you walk through this city that constantly buzzes with activity. For a true sense of the Maharaja lifestyle, however, one evening, we can even arrange for you to be whisked away to the splendour of Jaipur’s City Palace where you’ll be treated to a private dinner fit for royalty.<\/p>\n
Your next stop is Rohet and along the way, you’ll stop in at the Bishnoi Village for the chance to rub shoulders with the locals and see how the other half live. You\u2019ll be staying in a real desert oasis for the next two nights at Mihir Garh Fort which gives luxury a whole new meaning with its amazing suites. After a good night\u2019s rest at your regal retreat, you\u2019ll spend time exploring Jodhpur, a city known for its blue buildings and long hours of bright sunshine. While here you can discover secret tunnels within the turreted Mehrangarh Fort as you create your own magical Indian tale.<\/p>\n
Leave the crowds behind as you venture into the often overlooked but truly beautiful village of Narlai. You\u2019ll live like a Maharaja at the 17th<\/sup> century Rawla Narlai, a stunning boutique hotel and former hunting retreat. Your hideaway is located in the heart of the Aravalli Hills surrounded by lush forests and offers fantastic landscape views. You can choose to relax by the pool and just revel in the peace and quiet or if you want to continue exploring then a hike up the rocks to see the large elephant statue is just what you\u2019re after.<\/p>\n Once you\u2019ve experienced the delights of Narlai, you\u2019ll be collected for a long scenic drive to Udaipur for three nights of palatial splendour. Devi Garh is not only our favorite super-luxe palace-turned-hotel, but also a fantastic spot for more action: here you can choose to borrow mountain bikes and kites for flying, or enjoy the spa and practise yoga in its birthplace. You\u2019ll enjoy an exclusive boat ride along the tranquil Lake Pichola during your final relaxing days and visit all the wonders of Udaipur from City Palace to Jagdish Temple, before you, reluctantly, catch your flight home.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Bordered by the Thar Desert and steeped in history, Rajasthan is an Indian state full of intrigue and adventure. On this 14-night trip, we\u2019ll take you from the bustling center of Delhi to the historic cities of Agra, Jaipur, the blue city of Jodhpur and Udaipur, living like a Maharaja along the way. Journey through […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":284187,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[1456],"tags":[],"country":["India"],"class_list":["post-184054","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-uncategorized-us","country-india","month-april","month-december","month-february","month-january","month-march","month-november","month-october","type-experience","feeling-contentment","feeling-revitalized","need-to-indulge","need-to-learn","need-to-discover","what-culture","who-couple","who-family","who-honeymoon","who-solo","who-with-friends"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"\nPALATIAL SPAS IN UDAIPUR<\/h2>\n