India is at its most colourful amid the deserts, bazaars and forts of Rajasthan. This is a land where massive hill top fortresses rise up fromthe desert and where markets are a whirl with locals dressed in the brightest shades of scarlet, gold and rose. Visit lakeside holy towns,marvel at tweaked and twisted moustaches and take time to experiencelocal traditions of remote villages. From the beauty of the Taj Mahal to a night under the stars on a desert camel safari, this journey through Rajasthan promises to be a true adventure.

Explore Old Delhi, Admire the havelis of Shekhawati, Meet the reincarnations oflocal tribespeople at Karni Mata, Bask in the warm glow of Jaisalmer'scity walls, Shop in a Jodhpur bazaar, Visit the royal residence of Bhenswara, Admire the marble carvings of a Jain temple, Fall in lovewith romantic Udaipur, Whistle with the birds at the Keoladeo BirdSanctuary, Take a rickshaw to the Red Fort.

Please note that you need to budget separately for approx USD$420 (depending on departure date) for meals not included.

Day 1-2: Delhi

Historical sites spanning the ages and a vibrant street life offer an exuberant introduction to India.

Day 3-4: Shekhawati

Explore the colourful havelis that date back to the days of the great camel caravans.

Day 5-6: Bikaner

Journey into the Thar Desert to the fort town of Bikaner and the Karni Mata rat temple.

Day 7-9: Jaisalmer

The golden stone houses of Jaisalmer make for spectacular viewing as thesun rises and sets. Get a taste of Rajasthani nomadic life on anovernight camel safari.

Day 10-11: Jodhpur

Home to the colossal Meherangarh Fort, Jodhpur also has one of the oldest and most interesting bazaars in India.

Day 12: Bhenswara

Meet tribespeople and craftsmen at the foothills of the Aravalli Mountains. Enjoy sunset over hot chai at a royal retreat.

Day 13: Ranakpur

Peruse the intricately carved Jain temple nestled in a deep wooded valley.

Day 14-16: Udaipur

Explore the lavish of the City Palace, boat on placid Lake Pichola and take ina cultural dance show in India's most romantic city.

Day 17-18: Jaipur

Dropby the majestic Amber Fort and discover the Hawa Mahal, which gleams atdusk amid the frenzy of the bazaar. Why not end the day with a dazzling Bollywood film?

Day 19: Keoladeo Bird Sanctuary

Meander through the wetlands and forests of a serene bird sanctuary, a rare respite from the buzz of urban India.

Day 20: Agra

Explore the deserted city of Fatehpur Sikri then travel on to Agra, site of the stunning Taj Mahal.

Day 21-22: Delhi

Visit Agra's Red Fort and meet a local carpet maker before returning to Delhi.

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