Cox and Kings Passage Through Rajasthan

– Small group size – average 12 people (max 18)
– 4 & 5 star accommodation
– Flexible extensions, rooms and flight upgrades available
– Direct International flights
– Internal flights in India
– Transfers in air-conditioned vehicles
– Experienced local tour manager
– 14 breakfasts, 2 lunches and 6 dinners
– 2 included safaris in Ranthambore
– Guided sightseeing
– Porterage at airports and stations
– All entrance fees included

– Dine on Mewari cuisine on the rooftop of a historic fort
– Take a train ride through rural Rajasthan
– Watch the sunset over the Great Thar Desert
– Stay in grand forts and palaces

Day 1: Fly to Mumbai
Fly from London (regional connections available) to Mumbai
(No meals)

Day 2: Mumbai
Arrive and transfer to your hotel. In the afternoon, go a sightseeing tour, visiting the India Gate, Chor Bazaar, Dhobi Ghat and the Victoria Terminus
(No meals)

Day 3: Fly to Udaipur
Fly to Udaipur. Enjoy a dinner overlooking Lake Pichola
(Breakfast and dinner)

Day 4: Udaipur
Sightseeing in Udaipur visiting the City Palace and Jagdish temple. In the afternoon take a boat cruise on Lake Pichola. Later, enjoy a cultural performance
(Breakfast)

Day 5: Ranakpur • Deorgarh
Travel to Deogarh, visiting the Jain Temples at Ranakpur en route. After checking into your hotel, take an evening walk.
(Breakfast)

Day 6: Deorgarh
Take a train ride from Khamil Ghat to Phulad. In the evening, dine on typical Mewari cuisine
(Breakfast and dinner)

Day 7: Jodhpur
Travel by road to Jodhpur for a 2 night stay in a heritage palace.
(Breakfast) 

Day 8: Jodhpur
Visit Jaswant Thada and Mehrangarh Fort. Take a heritage walk through the city and learn more about the ‘Blue City’ Brahmins.
(Breakfast)

Day 9: Bikaner
Drive to Bikaner in the Thar Desert for an overnight stay in the Narendra Bhawan, home to the last reigning maharajah of Bikaner. In the afternoon, visit Junagarh Fort and walk through the city.
(Breakfast)

Day 10: Jaipur
Drive to the royal city of Jaipur. En route, visit the town of Fatehpur and its ‘open-air gallery’ of beautiful havelis.
(Breakfast and dinner)

Day 11: Jaipur
Start the day with a visit to the 16th-century Amber Fort. Spend the rest of the day exploring the royal city of Jaipur, including the City Palace, Jantar Mantar observatory and colourful bazaars.
(Breakfast and dinner)

Day 12: Ranthambore National Park
Travel to Ranthambore for 2 nights. Afternoon safari in Ranthambore.
(Breakfast and dinner)

Day 13: Ranthambore National Park
Early morning safari in search of Bengal tigers. Afternoon at leisure.
(Breakfast, lunch and dinner)

Day 14: Fatehpur Sikri • Agra
Morning drive to Agra, visiting the deserted sandstone city of Fatehpur Sikri en route. Check in to your hotel and enjoy a farewell dinner.(Breakfast, lunch and dinner))

Day 15: Agra • Delhi
Sunrise visit to the Taj Mahal. Visit Agra Fort before departing for Delhi
(Breakfast)

Day 16: Fly to London
Transfer to the airport for the flight to London.
(Breakfast)

Trident Nariman Point, Mumbai
Towering above the skyline and overlooking the Arabian Sea, the Trident Nariman Point is located in the heart of Mumbai’s central business district with the city’s main shopping area only a short distance away. It offers 575 well appointed guest rooms, many offering ocean views and broadband and internet access.

Fateh Niwas, Udaipur
Situated in Udaipur, just 2.5km from Lake Pichhola, Fateh Niwas is a luxury boutique hotel with spacious and elegant guestrooms. Both the swimming pool and the restaurant are located on the rooftop of the property offering fantastic views of the City Palace, Lake Pichola and the Aravalli Hills. The restaurant serves both Indian and continental dishes.

Deorgarh Mahal, Deorgarh
Deogarh Mahal, a unique family residence, overlooks the delightful village of Deogarh in the Aravalli Hills. This exquisite property is owned and lived in by the ruling family, who play an active part in the running of the hotel.

Ajit Bhawan Palace, Jodhpur
The Ajit Bhawan was originally built for Maharaja Ajit Singh, the younger brother of the Maharaja of Jodhpur, in the 1920s. A red sandstone structure, it features arched windows, carved balconies, cupolas and a quadrangle with exquisitely carved latticework.

Narendra Bhawan, Bikaner
A heritage property located in the desert town of Bikaner, the impressive Narendra Bhawan was home to the last reigning maharajah of Bikaner. Traditional Rajasthani decor can be found throughout the property, which continues in the guestrooms where elaborate ceilings, Bikaner terrazzo floors and traditional crafts can be found. The infinity swimming pool sits on the roof of the property, offering splendid views over the town. Guests can enjoy seasonal evening entertainment and tours of the palace can be arranged.

Trident Hotel, Agra
The Trident Agra is set in beautiful gardens and is only a short distance away from the Taj Mahal. This luxury hotel is built of red stone, reminiscent of the Mughal era, and is designed around a landscaped central courtyard with swimming pool and fountains. Trident features an informal, multicuisine brasserie as well as an alfresco Italian restaurant.