14 Nights 15 Days Maharajas Tour of Rajasthan
Maharajas Tour of Rajasthan Overview
The 14 Nights 15 Days Maharajas Tour of Rajasthan is less about rushing through a long list of forts and more about following the landscapes, towns and former royal centres that shaped Rajasthan. The journey begins in Delhi, enters the painted Shekhawati region at Mukandgarh, pauses in sacred Pushkar, crosses the former kingdom of Marwar at Jodhpur and then moves through Ranakpur, Mount Abu, Udaipur, Kota and Jaipur before finishing in Mughal Agra.
Mukandgarh gives the tour an unusual opening. Instead of arriving immediately in one of Rajasthan's large cities, you begin with frescoed havelis, quiet lanes and the legacy of merchant families who decorated their homes with elaborate wall paintings. Pushkar then changes the mood with its lake, ghats, temples and easy-to-walk bazaar.
Jodhpur brings the scale back with Mehrangarh Fort dominating the Blue City. Ranakpur offers intricate marble Jain architecture, while Mount Abu gives you a cooler hill setting before the route descends towards Udaipur. Here, royal history feels softer: palaces open towards lakes, gardens replace defensive walls and the old city is best enjoyed without rushing.
Kota, Jaipur and Agra complete the journey. Jaipur provides the grand palace-city experience expected from a Maharajas route, while Fatehpur Sikri and the Taj Mahal introduce the Mughal side of northern India's royal history. The result is a tour with genuine variety rather than fourteen days of monuments that all start to look alike.
Maharajas Tour of Rajasthan Highlights
- Explore Delhi before beginning the Rajasthan journey.
- Discover Mukandgarh and the frescoed heritage of Shekhawati.
- Spend two nights around sacred Pushkar and explore the town without rushing.
- Walk around Pushkar Lake and the Brahma Temple area.
- Explore Mehrangarh Fort and the colourful bazaars of Jodhpur.
- Visit the intricately carved marble Jain Temples at Ranakpur.
- Stay in Mount Abu, Rajasthan's only hill station.
- Experience Udaipur's City Palace, lakes and royal gardens.
- Travel towards Kota via the heritage regions of Chittorgarh and Bundi.
- Explore Kota before continuing to Jaipur.
- Visit Amber Fort, City Palace and Jaipur's historic markets.
- Choose jeep or vehicle access at Amber Fort instead of an elephant ride.
- Travel to Agra through Fatehpur Sikri.
- Visit Itimad-ud-Daulah and other Mughal heritage according to timing.
- See the Taj Mahal and Agra Fort.
- Upgrade selected nights to heritage, palace-style or luxury hotels.
Tour Duration, Route and Royal Travel Details
Duration: 14 nights and 15 days
Route: Delhi – Mukandgarh – Pushkar – Jodhpur – Ranakpur – Mount Abu – Udaipur – Kota – Jaipur – Agra – Delhi
Tour type: Private royal, heritage and cultural tour
Starting point: Delhi
Ending point: Delhi
Best for: Heritage travellers, couples, families, private groups and luxury travellers
Accommodation: Hotels on double or twin sharing basis; heritage and luxury upgrades available
Transport: Private air-conditioned chauffeur-driven vehicle
Signature experiences: Shekhawati havelis, Pushkar, Mehrangarh, Ranakpur, Mount Abu, Udaipur lakes, Jaipur palaces and Taj Mahal
Package price: Available on request. Final cost depends on travel dates, hotel category, room type, vehicle, local guides, monument inclusions and special royal or dining experiences.
14 Nights 15 Days Maharajas Tour of Rajasthan Itinerary
Day 1 – Arrival in Delhi
Arrive in Delhi and meet our representative at the airport or your confirmed pickup point. Transfer to the hotel and complete check-in.
Keep the first day easy. After an international journey, a comfortable meal and proper rest are usually more useful than trying to fit three monuments into the evening.
If you arrive early, a short orientation drive can be arranged.
Overnight stay in Delhi.
Day 2 – Delhi Sightseeing and Drive to Mukandgarh
After breakfast, explore selected Delhi landmarks. The existing programme specifically includes Lotus Temple, while other major sights can be arranged according to available time and your interests.
Later, leave Delhi and drive towards Mukandgarh in Rajasthan's Shekhawati region.
Check in at your hotel or heritage property. Mukandgarh is quieter than Rajasthan's better-known cities, which makes the first Rajasthan evening feel pleasantly unhurried.
Overnight stay in Mukandgarh.
Day 3 – Mukandgarh to Pushkar
Start the day with time around Mukandgarh's old streets and painted havelis before beginning the drive to Pushkar.
Pushkar is one of Rajasthan's most distinctive towns. Its sacred lake, temple traditions and compact old centre create a completely different atmosphere from the fort cities that come later.
After arrival, check in and enjoy the evening at your own pace.
Overnight stay in Pushkar.
Day 4 – Pushkar Sightseeing and Leisure
Today is deliberately slower. Visit Pushkar Lake, walk around selected ghats and explore the Brahma Temple area according to current access and religious guidelines.
The bazaar is easy to explore on foot, with textiles, jewellery, cafés, handicrafts and small shops lining the lanes between the lake and main road.
Use the afternoon for leisure rather than adding a long road excursion. Pushkar works best when you have time to simply walk, sit by the lake or enjoy sunset from a rooftop café.
Overnight stay in Pushkar.
Day 5 – Pushkar to Jodhpur
After breakfast, leave Pushkar and drive towards Jodhpur.
Check in at the hotel and take the remaining time at your own pace. Depending on arrival time, explore the Clock Tower and Sardar Market area for spices, textiles and everyday street life.
Keep the main fort sightseeing for tomorrow so you do not arrive at Mehrangarh tired after the road journey.
Overnight stay in Jodhpur.
Day 6 – Royal Jodhpur Sightseeing
Begin with Mehrangarh Fort, which rises dramatically above the old city. Explore its gateways, courtyards and museum areas while looking down over Jodhpur's famous blue neighbourhoods.
Continue to Jaswant Thada and selected local attractions according to time. Umaid Bhawan Palace Museum may also be included depending on your preferred sightseeing pace.
Later, return to the old market area. A traditional Rajasthan dinner can be arranged as an optional evening experience.
Overnight stay in Jodhpur.
Day 7 – Jodhpur to Ranakpur
After breakfast, leave Jodhpur and travel towards Ranakpur.
Visit the celebrated Jain temple complex, famous for detailed marble carving and a forest of intricately worked pillars. Visitor timings, dress rules and photography restrictions should be respected.
The surrounding Aravalli landscape gives this stop a much quieter feel after Jodhpur.
Overnight stay in Ranakpur or the confirmed nearby property.
Day 8 – Ranakpur to Mount Abu
Enjoy breakfast and continue towards Mount Abu, Rajasthan's only major hill station.
The change in scenery is immediate: dry plains give way to wooded hills and cooler air. Explore Nakki Lake and selected local viewpoints according to time.
Dilwara Jain Temples can also be visited according to current visitor rules and operating hours.
Overnight stay in Mount Abu.
Day 9 – Mount Abu to Udaipur
After breakfast, travel to Udaipur.
In the afternoon, begin sightseeing with City Palace and Saheliyon Ki Bari, as listed in the original tour programme.
If timing and operating conditions allow, add a Lake Pichola boat ride or leave it for the evening. Udaipur is one destination where doing slightly less often feels better than racing through every attraction.
Overnight stay in Udaipur.
Day 10 – Udaipur to Kota via Chittorgarh and Bundi
After breakfast, begin the drive towards Kota. The existing itinerary routes this day through Chittorgarh and Bundi.
Chittorgarh offers one of Rajasthan's largest historic fort complexes, while Bundi is known for its palace, stepwells and old-town architecture. Trying to see every section of both places would make the day too rushed, so exact stops should be chosen before departure.
Continue to Kota and check in at your hotel.
Overnight stay in Kota.
Day 11 – Kota Sightseeing and Drive to Jaipur
Spend the morning exploring selected Kota attractions before driving to Jaipur.
Depending on your interests and local timings, visit the palace area, riverfront or other historic city sites included in your confirmed programme.
Continue to Jaipur, check in and relax after the road journey.
Overnight stay in Jaipur.
Day 12 – Royal Jaipur Sightseeing
After breakfast, begin at Amber Fort, one of the most impressive royal complexes on the route.
The older itinerary mentions an elephant ride. It is not necessary to ride an elephant to visit Amber Fort; jeep or vehicle access is a comfortable alternative and can be arranged instead.
Continue with City Palace, Jantar Mantar and Hawa Mahal according to available time. Jaipur's old bazaars are excellent for textiles, jewellery, blue pottery and handicrafts.
Overnight stay in Jaipur.
Day 13 – Jaipur to Agra via Fatehpur Sikri
After breakfast, leave Jaipur and drive towards Agra.
Stop at Fatehpur Sikri to explore the former Mughal capital before continuing east. After reaching Agra, visit Itimad-ud-Daulah and Akbar's Tomb at Sikandra if timing permits.
The Taj Mahal can be visited later the same day when the schedule works, although many travellers prefer an early morning visit for softer light and cooler temperatures.
Overnight stay in Agra.
Day 14 – Agra Sightseeing and Drive to Delhi
Begin with the Taj Mahal if it was not visited the previous day, then continue with Agra Fort or other selected Mughal monuments.
The Taj Mahal is generally closed to regular visitors on Fridays, so the Agra schedule should be adjusted before the tour if required.
Later, drive back to Delhi and check in for the final night.
Overnight stay in Delhi.
Day 15 – Delhi Departure
Enjoy breakfast and check out according to your flight schedule.
If your departure is later in the day, additional Delhi sightseeing or shopping can be arranged without making it a guaranteed inclusion.
Transfer to the airport or your confirmed drop-off point.
Your 14 Nights 15 Days Maharajas Tour of Rajasthan concludes here.
What Gives This Tour Its Maharajas Character?
The word “Maharajas” should mean more than putting a palace photo on the brochure. This route connects several places where royal, aristocratic, merchant and religious patronage shaped the architecture travellers still see today.
- Mukandgarh: Frescoed havelis and the legacy of Shekhawati's wealthy trading families.
- Jodhpur: Mehrangarh Fort and the former royal capital of Marwar.
- Ranakpur: Monumental Jain architecture supported by historic patronage.
- Udaipur: Palaces, gardens and lakes linked with the rulers of Mewar.
- Kota: Former princely-state architecture beside the Chambal River.
- Jaipur: Planned royal-city design, Amber Fort and the City Palace complex.
- Agra: Mughal imperial architecture including the Taj Mahal and Agra Fort.
Royal Experiences You Can Add
- Stay in a restored haveli in the Shekhawati region.
- Upgrade selected nights to palace-style or heritage hotels.
- Book a private guided tour of Mehrangarh Fort.
- Arrange a traditional Rajasthan dinner in Jodhpur.
- Request premium rooms or lake-view accommodation in Udaipur.
- Add a private or shared Lake Pichola boat ride.
- Reserve a heritage dining experience in Jaipur.
- Upgrade to a premium chauffeur-driven vehicle.
- Request private guides in Delhi, Jodhpur, Udaipur, Jaipur and Agra.
- Choose a Taj-view room in Agra where available and within budget.
Why Choose This Maharajas Tour of Rajasthan?
- Follows a varied Rajasthan route instead of repeating similar fort cities.
- Includes two nights around Pushkar for a slower spiritual experience.
- Combines royal cities with smaller heritage towns.
- Adds Mount Abu, giving a clear landscape change midway through the journey.
- Includes both Udaipur and Jaipur, Rajasthan's two most famous palace cities.
- Uses Chittorgarh and Bundi as heritage stops on the journey towards Kota.
- Finishes with Fatehpur Sikri, Agra and the Taj Mahal.
- Can be upgraded with heritage stays without changing the entire route.
- Works for couples, families and private groups who prefer a chauffeur-driven itinerary.
Heritage and Palace-Style Hotel Options
Hotels can change the character of this tour more than almost any other upgrade. You do not need a palace hotel every night; choosing two or three memorable properties is often enough.
- Heritage haveli stay in Mukandgarh or the wider Shekhawati region.
- Traditional or boutique property in Pushkar.
- Fort-view or heritage accommodation in Jodhpur.
- Quiet resort or heritage stay around Ranakpur.
- Lake-view or palace-style hotel in Udaipur.
- Heritage or luxury property in Jaipur.
- Premium Taj-view accommodation in Agra where available.
Always confirm the exact property and room category before payment. “Heritage hotel” can describe everything from a lovingly restored small haveli to a large luxury palace property, so the details matter.
Tour Package Inclusions
- Accommodation on double-sharing basis in confirmed hotels.
- Private ground transportation according to the confirmed itinerary.
- Airport pickup and departure transfer as listed in the final programme.
- Driver allowance, fuel and normal road transport charges included in the quotation.
- Breakfast when included in the selected hotel plan.
- Applicable package taxes stated in writing.
- Any camel safari or special activity only when its location, duration and inclusions are specifically confirmed in the final quotation.
Tour Package Exclusions
- International and domestic airfare.
- Travel, medical and cancellation insurance.
- Monument entrance tickets unless specifically included.
- Camera and video fees where applicable.
- Meals not listed in the confirmed package.
- Laundry, telephone calls, drinks, tips and personal expenses.
- Boat rides, special dinners and premium experiences unless specifically included.
- Hotel or room upgrades not stated in the quotation.
- Expenses caused by weather, landslides, road closures or circumstances outside normal tour arrangements.
- Anything not clearly mentioned under package inclusions.
Best Time for the Maharajas Tour of Rajasthan
October to March is generally the most comfortable period for this route. Pushkar, Jodhpur, Jaipur and Agra are easier to explore in cooler temperatures, while Mount Abu can become quite cool in winter.
December and January travellers should pack a warm jacket, particularly for early mornings and evenings. Rajasthan is sunny, but winter nights can still surprise first-time visitors.
April to June can be hot, especially in Jodhpur, Kota and Jaipur. Early sightseeing, air-conditioned transport and longer afternoon breaks make summer travel more manageable.
The monsoon can make Udaipur, Mount Abu and the Aravalli region greener and more atmospheric, although rain may affect road journeys and outdoor plans.
Practical Tips for a More Comfortable Royal Rajasthan Journey
- Do not book heritage hotels only by star rating; look at location, room category and recent guest feedback.
- Use comfortable footwear because forts and old-city streets involve stairs and uneven surfaces.
- Carry modest clothing for Pushkar and Ranakpur religious sites.
- Use jeep or vehicle access at Amber Fort if you prefer not to ride elephants.
- Keep one or two evenings completely free instead of adding cultural shows every night.
- Book lake-view or palace-style upgrades where they matter most rather than upgrading every city.
- Confirm the weekday of your Agra stay because the Taj Mahal is generally closed on Fridays.
- Ask permission before photographing people in religious or rural settings.
- Keep copies of passports, visas and insurance details separately from the originals.
Important Tour Notes
- This updated page follows the currently published day-wise route: Delhi – Mukandgarh – Pushkar – Jodhpur – Ranakpur – Mount Abu – Udaipur – Kota – Jaipur – Agra – Delhi.
- The exact sightseeing order can change due to monument timings, traffic, weather and local events.
- The existing page lists a one-time camel safari under inclusions but does not specify its location or itinerary day. It should only be promised after the exact arrangement is confirmed.
- Lake Pichola boating depends on local operating conditions and weather.
- Ranakpur and other religious sites may have specific dress, timing and photography rules.
- The older itinerary mentions an elephant ride at Amber Fort; this is not required and jeep or vehicle access can be used instead.
- The Taj Mahal is generally closed to regular visitors on Fridays.
- Chittorgarh and Bundi on the Udaipur-to-Kota day should be planned carefully to avoid an overly rushed schedule.
- Exact hotel names and room types should be confirmed before booking.
- The route can be customised with extra nights or fewer sightseeing stops.
Frequently Asked Questions About the Maharajas Tour of Rajasthan
How long is the Maharajas Tour of Rajasthan?
The full itinerary is 14 nights and 15 days.
Which destinations are covered?
The tour covers Delhi, Mukandgarh, Pushkar, Jodhpur, Ranakpur, Mount Abu, Udaipur, Kota, Jaipur, Agra and Delhi.
Why is Mukandgarh included?
Mukandgarh introduces the Shekhawati region, known for frescoed havelis, historic merchant families and traditional architecture.
Is Pushkar included?
Yes. The itinerary spends two nights around Pushkar, giving enough time for the sacred lake, Brahma Temple area and bazaars.
What will we see in Jodhpur?
Jodhpur sightseeing can include Mehrangarh Fort, Jaswant Thada, old-city markets and other selected attractions.
Is Ranakpur included?
Yes. Ranakpur is an overnight stop with time for its famous Jain temple complex.
Is Mount Abu included?
Yes. Mount Abu is included between Ranakpur and Udaipur and gives the itinerary a hill-station break.
Does the tour include Dilwara Temples?
Dilwara Jain Temples can be visited in Mount Abu according to current timings and visitor rules.
Is Udaipur included?
Yes. Udaipur includes City Palace, Saheliyon Ki Bari and other selected lake-city attractions.
Can we take a Lake Pichola boat ride?
Yes. A boat ride can be arranged subject to weather, water levels and local operating conditions.
Are Chittorgarh and Bundi included?
The existing route places Chittorgarh and Bundi on the Udaipur-to-Kota travel day. Exact stops should be confirmed because fitting both into one road day can make the schedule long.
Is Kota included?
Yes. Kota is an overnight stop before Jaipur.
What will we see in Jaipur?
Jaipur includes Amber Fort, City Palace and other major heritage attractions according to the confirmed sightseeing programme.
Do we have to take an elephant ride at Amber Fort?
No. Jeep or vehicle access can be used instead, and elephant riding is not required to visit Amber Fort.
Is Fatehpur Sikri included?
Yes. Fatehpur Sikri is included while travelling from Jaipur towards Agra.
Does the tour include the Taj Mahal?
Yes. Agra sightseeing includes the Taj Mahal, with Agra Fort and other Mughal attractions available according to timing.
Is the Taj Mahal open on Friday?
The Taj Mahal is generally closed to regular visitors on Fridays, so the itinerary should be adjusted when required.
Is a camel safari included?
The existing tour page lists one camel safari under inclusions but does not identify the location or day. Ask for the exact arrangement to be confirmed in writing before booking.
Can we stay in palace or heritage hotels?
Yes. Heritage and palace-style upgrades can be requested in several destinations depending on availability and budget.
Can this 14 Nights 15 Days Maharajas Tour of Rajasthan be customised?
Yes. Hotels, route, sightseeing pace, vehicle category, guides, special dinners and extra nights can all be customised before booking.
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