Why visit Rajasthan
Rajasthan feels like stepping into a story. Hilltop forts guard old cities painted pink, blue and gold, palaces float on lakes and the Thar Desert stretches to the horizon. Add heritage hotels, folk music, puppet shows and dal-baati-churma, and you have one of India’s richest cultural holidays.
Top places to visit in Rajasthan
- Jaipur (Pink City) — Amber Fort, Hawa Mahal, City Palace, Jantar Mantar and bazaars for block prints and jewellery.
- Udaipur (City of Lakes) — the City Palace, boat rides on Lake Pichola, Saheliyon ki Bari and sunsets at Sajjangarh.
- Jodhpur (Blue City) — the mighty Mehrangarh Fort, Jaswant Thada and Umaid Bhawan Palace.
- Jaisalmer (Golden City) — the living Jaisalmer Fort, Patwon ki Haveli and camel safaris with desert camps at Sam Sand Dunes.
- Ranthambore — jeep and canter safaris in one of India’s best parks for spotting tigers.
- Pushkar and Mount Abu — a sacred lake town and Rajasthan’s only hill station.
Best time to visit Rajasthan
October to March is the best time, with sunny days and cool nights — ideal for forts and desert camps. December and January nights can be cold in the desert, so carry warm clothes. April to June is very hot. The monsoon (July to September) is good for Udaipur, which looks its best when the lakes fill up.
How to reach Rajasthan
- By air: Jaipur (JAI), Udaipur (UDR) and Jodhpur (JDH) have direct flights from major cities. Jaisalmer (JSA) has seasonal flights.
- By train: Jaipur, Jodhpur, Udaipur and Jaisalmer are well connected by rail, including overnight trains from Delhi.
- By road: Jaipur is about 5 hours from Delhi on the expressway, making Rajasthan a great road trip.
Popular Rajasthan routes
- 6 nights: Jaipur – Jodhpur – Udaipur
- 8 nights: Jaipur – Jaisalmer – Jodhpur – Udaipur
- Golden Triangle: Delhi – Agra – Jaipur, with Ranthambore as an add-on
Rajasthan tour packages
Royal Rajasthan – 6 Nights / 7 Days
Starting from ₹24,999 per person*
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Rajasthan FAQs
How many days do I need for Rajasthan?
Six to nine days covers three or four cities. Rajasthan is large, so it is better to see fewer places well than to rush.
Are heritage hotels expensive?
Rajasthan has heritage havelis and palace hotels at many price points — from charming family-run havelis to luxury palaces. We suggest options to fit your budget.
Is a desert camp comfortable?
Yes. Camps near Sam and Khuri have tents with attached bathrooms, beds and blankets, plus cultural evenings with dinner. Luxury camps are also available.
Plan your Rajasthan tour
Palaces, forts and desert nights — we will plan the right route for your dates and pace.