16-day Rajasthan Multi Adventure Tour With Taj Mahal And Goa

Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival Udaipur

Pass By: Udaipur, Udaipur, Udaipur District, Rajasthan
At the airport Sarah or Yuvraj, your tour guide welcomes you. You will discover Rajasthan in the next 2 weeks on that guided tour. They familiarize you with Indian customs and have many insider tips about the people and culture of India. After checking in at the hotel, we take a short exploration of the old town of Udaipur and end the first day in India with a traditional Indian dinner on the roof terrace of a restaurant overlooking Lake Picchola.

Meals included:
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Overnight in Hotel Udaigarh

Day 2: Udaipur Sightseeing

Pass By: Udaipur, Udaipur, Udaipur District, Rajasthan
After a yoga session together and breakfast, we go on a tour through the rampant markets of Udaipur. There is a lot to see, photograph and above all to taste. We end at the Jagdish Temple, which we visit. The afternoon we use for a visit to the City Palace, Palace of the Maharana. The palace is now a museum with facilities from the time of the Maharana, the head of the Sun Clan. Udaipur is therefore also nicknamed the “City of the Rising Sun”. Afterwards we get to know the romantic City of Udaipur on our boat trip to Jag Mandir. The small island with a palace is a great setting, which Roger More as James Bond in Octopussy was also able to get to know.

Stop At: City Palace of Udaipur, Jagdish Temple Rd City Palace Complex, Udaipur 313001 India
We will visit the palace with our Guide
Duration: 2 hours

Stop At: Jagdish Temple, RJ State Highway 50, Udaipur 313001 India
We visit the beautiful temple
Duration: 30 minutes

Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Hotel Udaigarh

Day 3: Start of bike trekking – 1st stage from Udaipur to Kumbhalgarh (50 km/3-4 hours)

Pass By: Kumbhalgarh, Kumbhalgarh, Rajsamand District, Rajasthan
The 3-day bike riding from Udaipur to Jodhpur begins. We bike through beautiful landscapes. The first stage takes us on small asphalted village roads from Udaipur to Kumbhalgarh. Some efforts lie ahead today. Several uphill and downhill passages are on the program. This day, the landscape is still green and lush with lots of wheat, sugar cane and cornfields. In Kumbhalgarh, the imposing fortress (UNESCO World Heritage Site) awaits us, huge walls stretch over the ridge. Kumbhalgarh is a mixture of fortress, very old temples, rural life, few inhabitants and a 570 km² nature reserve. Journey: 40 km, 4 hours (plus 50 km transfer in minibus with approx. 1.5 hours travel time)


Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Kumbhalgarh Valley Resort

Day 4: Bike Trekking – 2nd stage from Kumbhalgarh to Jawai (40 km/4 hrs) and Leopard Safari

Stop At: Ranakpur, Ranakpur, Pali District, Rajasthan
Today’s bike route from Kumbhalgarh to Godwad takes us through the hilly landscape of the Aravilli mountains. On our way we are accompanied by impressions of rural India. Halfway through we visit the Ranakpur Jain Temple. The 15th-century temple complex is one of the largest temples of the Jains. Our destination today is the Jawai Safari tent camp. In the afternoon we go on a leopard safari at Lake Jawai. Journey: 40 km, 4 hours (plus 40 km transfer in minibus with approx. 1.5 hours travel time)
Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Jawai Dam, Jawai River, Pali 306126 India
Here we will camp and have our jeep Safari
Duration: 3 hours

Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Godwad Safari Camp

Day 5: Biketrekking – 3rd stage from Jawai to Jodhpur (50 km/4 hrs)

Stop At: Ghanerao, Ghanerao, Pali District, Rajasthan
The last stage of our Biktrekking leads us over flat, desert-like terrain.. It goes through traditional villages of the Rajasthan tribes to the vicinity of Ghanerao, where we have a final lunch with the cycling team in a small castle complex. The last stretch to the blue town of Jodhpur is taken by the minibus. In Jodhpur we stay for 2 nights. Journey distance: 40 km, 4 hours. (plus 150 km transfer with approx. 3.5 hrs travel time in minibus)

Duration: 2 hours

Pass By: Jodhpur, Jodhpur, Jodhpur District, Rajasthan
We will reach Jodhpur in the evening

Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
Accommodation included: Krishna Prakash Heritage Hotel

Day 6: Walk through the blue city – Jodhpur (7 km/4 hours) & cooking class in the evening

Pass By: Jodhpur, Jodhpur, Jodhpur District, Rajasthan
In the morning you can take part in a yoga class. During our 4-hour sightseeing we visit the mighty Mehrangarh Fort. Continue through the old alleys of the Blue City and the Bazaars to the ancient Step Well. The many palaces and markets characterize the image of Jodhpur, in the afternoon you have time to explore Jodhpur on your own and you have the opportunity to zipline in front the magnificent backdrop of the fort and over the roofs of the blue city (Flying Fox approx. 25,-). In the evening we are greeted by Rekha and Rishi in their home to take part in a lively cooking lesson with culinary delights. Walking Route: 4 km, walking time 4 hours (sightseeing tour)


Stop At: Mehrangarh Fort and Museum, P.B # 165, The, Fort Rd, Sodagaran Mohalla, Jodhpur, Rajasthan 342006, India
We will visit the beautiful monument in the morning
Duration: 2 hours

Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Krishna Prakash Heritage Hotel

Day 7: Explore the Holy Town Pushkar

Pass By: Pushkar, Pushkar, Ajmer District, Rajasthan
After breakfast we meet our minibus and driver, who will be our companion for the next few days to Delhi. After 4 hours drive we reach Pushkar. The holy city by the lake invites you to linger and enchants through the terraces by the lake and the winding alleys with small cafes and restaurants “very spicy”. There is time to stroll and have lunch. We visit the Brahma Temple and the holy Pushkar Lake at sunset.

Stop At: Ganahera Brahma Temple Rd, Pushkar 305022 India
We visit the only Brahma temple in the worls
Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Pushkar Lake, Pushkar 305022 India
You can participate in a holy ceremony at this holy lake
Duration: 1 hour

Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Rang Mahal

Day 8: Hike to Savitri Temple and Drive to Jaipur- The Pink City

Pass By: Jaipur, Jaipur, Jaipur District, Rajasthan
After breakfast we take a three-hour hike through the countryside to the highest point of the region. The hilly terrain changes, we hike on narrow paths through sand dunes, over fields and on over passages with boulders. At the highest point is the Savitri Temple. It is a wonderful sunset viewpoint.
Then we set out for the capital of Rajasthan, the “Pink City” Jaipur (journey time about 3 hours). In Jaipur we stay for 2 nights. In the afternoon we walk to the Tigerfort, where we have our dinner overlooking the illuminated city of Jaipur. Hiking route: 8 km, walking time 3

Stop At: Near to brahma temple Savitri Temple, Pushkar 305022 India
We climb up to the hill overlooking Pushkar
Duration: 2 hours

Stop At: Nahargarh Fort, Nahar Garh Road, Jaipur 302002 India
For dinner we walk up to the Tiger Fort
Duration: 3 hours

Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Hotel Arya Niwas

Day 9: Sightseeing tour by Bike and Car in Jaipur

Pass By: Jaipur, Jaipur, Jaipur District, Rajasthan
Our morning sightseeing tour by bike through Jaipur’s alleys is adventurous. We visit the market and experience the lively city life up close. For breakfast we are invited by an Indian family, traditionally we are served the three-part dish “Dhal Bati Churma”: on an open fire roasted dough balls with yellow lentil curry and sweet sprinkles. Afterwards we visit the Jantar Mantar (UNESCO World Heritage Site) and the Amber Fort. Bike Tour: 3 hours (sightseeing tour, many stops)

Stop At: Amber Fort, Devisinghpura, Amer, Jaipur 302001 India
We visit the Fort 12 km outside of Jaipur
Duration: 2 hours

Stop At: Jantar Mantar - Jaipur, Tripoliya Bazaar near entrance to City Palace, Jaipur 302020 India
We will visit the observatory
Duration: 45 minutes

Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Hotel Arya Niwas

Day 10: Drive to Ranthambore Nationalpark with jeep Safari

Stop At: Ranthambore National Park, Ranthambore National Park, Sawai Madhopur District, Rajasthan
After breakfast we start our trip (3 hrs) to Rathambhore National Park. The reserve, which covers almost 400 km², is home to a wide variety of animals. However, the park is famous for its tigers. Due to the varied landscape with lakes, hills and forests, Ranthambhore offers not only its stunning wildlife but also a beautiful flora. In the afternoon we take part in the four-hour Jeep Safari. With a little luck we can observe tigers, axis deer, antelopes, crocodiles, jackals, panthers as well as countless bird species in the wild. There is no guarantee of seeing a tiger in any Indian nature reserve, but nowhere are the chances as good as in Ranthambhore National Park
Duration: 3 hours

Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Ranthambore Residency

Day 11: Tiger Safari & Drive to Agra to Taj Mahal

Pass By: Agra, Agra, Agra District, Uttar Pradesh
In the morning we take the train to Agra – what would be a trip through India without having travelled by train! Around noon we reach Agra.

Stop At: Taj Mahal, Dharmapuri, Forest Colony, Tajganj, Agra 282001 India
The legendary Taj Mahal awaits us, which we can already see at lunch from a roof terrace.


Stop At: Yamuna River
In the late afternoon we walk to a viewpoint where the symbol of love shines over the Yamuna River in the sunset light. Route; 4, 5 hours by train
Duration: 4 hours

Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Maple Hotel

Day 12: Visit of Taj Mahal and drive to Delhi

Pass By: New Delhi, New Delhi, National Capital Territory of Delhi
After breakfast we visit the Taj Mahal (UNESCO World Heritage Site). The Taj Mahal is considered the most beautiful building of Muslim architecture in India. The large mausoleum was built by the great mogul Shah Jahan in memory of his beloved wife, the Persian princess Arjuman Bano Begum, better known as Mumtaz Mahal. On her deathbed, she wanted her husband to be a tomb like the world had never seen before. The big mogul then built the Taj Mahal, which seems to have originated from a fairy tale. Afterwards, our journey leads us to the capital of India: Delhi. We end the day with a dinner together.

Stop At: Taj Mahal, Dharmapuri, Forest Colony, Tajganj, Agra 282001 India
We visit the most famous sight in India
Duration: 2 hours

Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Godwin Deluxe

Day 13: Flight to Goa

Pass By: Mandrem Beach, Mandrem India
There is breakfast before the transfer bus takes us to the airport. It’s called farewell to Northern India and Sarah or Yuvraj. A two-and-a-half-hour flight and a 2-hour transfer takes us from the bustling capital to paradise on the Arabian Sea.

Stop At: Goa, Goa
Three days we stay in Goa and enjoy the blue water and the wide sandy beaches

Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Riva Resort

Day 14: Day in Goa

Pass By: Mandrem, Mandrem, North Goa District, Goa
For the last two days we can relax and rest on the beach, which is directly adjacent to the hotel. The days are completely free for us. Optionally, you can choose from many different activities. How about a typical Ayurveda massage? Yoga at sunrise? A trip to Old Goa, Panjim, the capital of Goa and to the spice plantations? (Excursion 40,-/person incl. lunch; Ayurveda and yoga from 15,-)

Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Riva Resort

Day 15: Day in Goa

Pass By: Mandrem Beach, Mandrem India
Enjoy the last day in India. Free day at the beach where you can do yoga or an excursion to Panjim (the capital) or to a Spice Garden.

Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Riva Resort

Day 16: Departure

Pass By: Goa, Goa
We will drop you to the airport

Meals included:
• Breakfast
No accommodation included on this day.