Birthplace of ancient religions, home to exotic forts, palaces and some of the world’s finest cuisines, India is a truly unforgettable experience. Rajasthan offers a little of all the things which entice travellers to India – the fascinating history of the proud Rajput people, lush jungles and exotic wildlife, vast desert landscapes, majestic fortresses and bustling cities. We reveal the highlights of this diverse part of Northern India, starting with historic Delhi. From Delhi we travel to Agra, home to the world famous Taj Mahal, which we visit at sunrise. We continue on by road and by rail until we reach Ranthambore National Park where we have a chance to search for wild tigers. Jaipur, home to some of Rajasthan’s most interesting history, and Pushkar, one of Hinduism’s holiest cities are our next stops. We continue on to Osian, in the heart of the Thar Desert. Here we stay in a unique and atmospheric tented camel camp, complete with its own dune-top swimming pool. We culminate in the regal city of Jodhpur with its impressive fort. The accommodation used on this tour is a magical blend of opulent palaces, imperial architecture and modern comfort. To stay in hotels such as The Imperial in Delhi, Rambagh Palace in Jaipur or Umaid Bhawan in Jodhpur is to stay in places steeped in history yet offering exemplary standards of luxury and service.

Explore more of the heart of India’s magical Rajasthan with our in-depth India Insight journey. Stay in some of Northern India’s finest palaces, castles and forts whilst exploring not only the most famous sites but also some off the beaten path destinations which offer us a glimpse of the India of old. Contrast the modernity of New Delhi with destinations such as the wonderful fortress city of Jaisalmer, where life has remained unchanged for centuries. We explore the region’s grand Rajput centres, such as Jodhpur, Jaipur and Udaipur, with their grand romantic forts and palaces, and some of Rajasthan’s most delightful hidden gems, like Samode and Neemrana. On this all-encompassing journey we are sure to be enchanted by India’s multi-faceted past, conjured by incense and brightly painted deities, and her future, apparent in modernisation that is thankfully steeped in tradition.