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Every Village Experience Responsible Tourism Program Includes the Following:
- One on one consultation with our travel experts
- Private registration and trip page
- Pretrip Packet
- Handpicked accommodations
- Experienced Private Guide
- Artisan shopping opportunities
- Our favorite tour activities
- Donation to one of TVE’s community partners
India is a magical place that will awaken your senses. From the bright, beautiful colors of the women’s saris to the intoxicating smell of curry to the constant rush of traffic, India will exhilarate you. India’s landscape is vast and varied…from the grand Himalayan Mountains and the Thar Desert to the tiger filled jungle of Rathambore and the backwaters of Kerala. One could visit India 100 times and not see everything this incredible country has to offer. While the Taj Mahal may be the most famous monument for its beauty in design and intent, add The Amber Fort, Hawa Mahal, The Elephanta Caves, Qutub Minar, and many more Unesco World Heritage Sites to your must-see list.
A visit to India would not be complete without exploring the incredible handicraft. Wander through the markets, visit an artisan weaving cooperative, and support local communities through purchasing goods of all kinds, especially in the quaint towns of Rajasthan and Shantiniketan.
Did we mention the food? Indian cuisine is rooted in the rich preservation of culture through use of spices and techniques handed down through the generations. You will leave dreaming about masalas, dosas and curries.
Book your next trip to Rajasthan today!
ITINERARY
Day 1 – Arrive to Jaipur International Airport in Jaipur. Meet your representative and transfer to heritage hotel.
Day 2 – Morning walking tour of Jaipur – the pink city! Visit Hawa Mahal – the House of Wind. Then proceed to City Palace – home of the Royal Family since the 1700s. Stop for a traditional Rajasthani lunch. Then enjoy walking through the markets and old town. Return to hotel in the afternoon.
Day 3 – Morning visit to the city of Amer for a tour of the stepwells and old temples. Proceed on to visit the Amber Fort dating back to the 1500s. After lunch, visit the Royals tombs at Gaitor Ki Chhatriyan. Return to hotel in the afternoon.
Day 4 – Morning drive to Jojowar for a local, village experience. Check into your locally owned and operated boutique hotel. Meet your guide and tour the village meeting the community, exploring the market, and enjoying a slower pace.
Day 5 – Morning drive to Udaipur – the Venice of the East! Check into heritage hotel. Enjoy a sunset boat ride on Lake Pichola in the evening.
Day 6 – Morning walking tour of City Palace, Jagdish Temple, and Old Town. For sunset today, you’ll head up the mountain for incredible views from Monsoon Palace.
Day 7 – Free day in Udaipur to explore on your own, slow down and read a book with an incredible view, book a spa appointment, and more.
Day 8 – Morning drive to Jodhpur – the blue city! Arrive and check into heritage hotel. Orientation tour in the afternoon to see the clock tower and local markets.
Day 9 – Walking tour of the UNESCO World Heritage Blue City – one of our favorite activities in Rajasthan. After lunch, enjoy a tour of the massive Mehrangarh Fort. Stop for coffee and soak up the atmosphere here.
Day 10 – Head out to the Thar Desert today for a glamping experience under the stars. This will be magical!
Day 11 – Return to Jodhpur today and connect to evening flights home.