Overview
Embark on a regal journey through Rajasthan, immersing yourself in its rich history, culture, and architectural marvels. Begin in the golden city of Jaisalmer, exploring the majestic Jaisalmer Fort, Nathmalji ki Haveli, and Patwon ki Haveli, followed by a serene camel safari in the Sam dunes. In Jodhpur, visit the grand Mehrangarh Fort, Jaswant Thada, and the iconic Umaid Bhawan Palace. Continue your journey to Udaipur, where you’ll marvel at the City Palace, Sahelion Ki Bari, and enjoy a boat ride on Lake Pichola. Your journey concludes in Mount Abu, with visits to the peaceful Dilwara Jain Temples, Guru Shikhar, and the serene Nakki Lake. A perfect blend of luxury, heritage, and adventure awaits you in this royal Rajasthan escape.
Highlights
- Camel Safari in the majestic Sam Sand Dunes, with a traditional Rajasthani dinner and folk performances.
- Mehrangarh Fort & Umaid Bhawan Palace in Jodhpur, offering a deep dive into royal history.
- Boat Ride on the serene waters of Lake Pichola in Udaipur, surrounded by magnificent palaces.
- Dilwara Jain Temples and Nakki Lake in Mount Abu, a perfect blend of spirituality and natural beauty.
Itinerary
Arrive Jodhpur, on arrival you will be met and transferred to hotel. Balance
of the day free for own activities. (Overnight at hotel)
Morning after breakfast enjoy the visit of Jaisalmer Fort: Life in the searing heat of the summer months of the medieval ages, once flourished within the 99 bastions of the fort of Jaisalmer. Rising from the sands, it merges with the sand dunes, resembling from a distance a giant ant hill. Closer, the bastions show up more formidable, vast chunks of honey-coloured stone blocks carved to dovetail together. Nathmalji ki Haveli: The late 19th century Haveli with intricate architecture a display of sheer craftsmanship. The left and right wings of the mansion were carved by two brothers are not identical but very similar and balanced in design. The interior walls are ornate with splendid miniature paintings. Patwon ki Haveli: The most elaborate and magnificent of the Jaisalmer havelis. It has exquisitely carved pillars and extensive corridors and chambers. One of the apartments of this five story high Haveli is painted with beautiful murals. Salim Singh ki Haveli: This 300 years old haveli of Jaisalmer's Prime Minister to Maharaja Rawal Gaj Singh - Salim Singh, has a beautiful blue cupola roof with superbly carved brackets in the form of peacocks. Also visit Gadisar Lake. Afternoon proceed to the deserted area called Sam, here you will enjoy the camel ride and a fantastic view of sunset against the sand dunes. Evening enjoy the
Dinner with Rajasthani Folk Dances. (Overnight at Camp)
Breakfast at hotel, then after drive to Jodhpur and check-in to hotel.
Balance of the day free for own activities. (Overnight at hotel)
Breakfast at hotel, then after enjoy the visits of Mehrangarh Fort, Jaswant Thada (The Royal Cenotaphs of Maharaja Jaswant Singh) and Umaid Bhawan Palace. Also visit the Clock tower and Sadar Bazar. (Overnight at
hotel)
Breakfast at hotel, then after drive to Udaipur and check in to hotel. Balance
of the day free for own activities. (Overnight at hotel)
After breakfast enjoy morning tour of Udaipur city includes the visit of Palace Museum- made of granite and marble with filigreed balconies, ornate windows and craftsmanship in glass. Each palace within is an outstanding creation of art, Sahelion Ki Bari - a garden with fountains, once used for the enjoyment of royal ladies. Bhartiya Lok Kala Mandal- a folk art museum, Jagdish Temple. Evening enjoy the boat ride on Lake
Pichola. (Overnight at hotel)
Breakfast at hotel, then after drive to Mount Abu and check in to hotel.
Balance of the day free for own activities. (Overnight at hotel)
Breakfast at hotel, then after enjoy the visit of Dilwara Jain Temple, Gomukh Temple, Guru Shikhar and Sun Set Point and Nakki
Lake. (Overnight at hotel)
Breakfast at hotel, then after drive to Udaipur and drop at Udaipur airport to connect your flight to back home.
Cost
The Cost Includes
- Accommodation on Twin sharing basis with breakfast. Check in/out time 12.00 Noon.
- AC Sedan as per the itinerary.
- One night accommodation in tents including breakfast, evening tea/snacks, Camel Ride and Dinner with Folk Dances.
- Meeting and assistance. GST on service charge.
The Cost Excludes
- Personal expenses such as laundry/phone calls / mini bar charges. These are to be settled directly by the client. Also does not include table drinks, tips etc.
- Any airfare/ visa fee, Camera / Video Camera charges at monuments.
- Monument Entrances, Personal & health insurance coverage.
- Meals other than specified and / or Any item not mentioned in cost includes column
FAQs
Annapurna Base Camp is a Grade B or a moderately difficult trekking route. So any fit person can do this trek, even if you do not have any previous experience. You should be aware of what to expect and mentally prepare for it. Then, as long as you will too, you can.
On average, you walk about 4 to 6 hours per day. One or two days can be as less as 3hrs and one or two days can be as long as 7hrs.
The highest altitude reached is 4190m. This is the elevation of Annapurna Base Camp. ABC is the highest we will climb in this trek.
Yes, you can charge batteries en route. Charger should be brought. There are hot shower facilities as well. You may have to pay a certain amount for both ($1-$2). Negotiate. Also, a hot water facility could be free at a lower elevation.
No. There are no ATMs on this trek route. You will have to draw enough cash in Pokhara or Kathmandu. There are a number of ATMs in these cities. Everything is paid in Nepali rupees. So money should be exchanged before the start of the trek.
Yes. The Internet can be accessed in most places. Sometimes, there might be some technical problems. The Internet in Nepal is not as fast as you are used to and at times you can just lose connection.
Not really. It depends on you. If you want, ABC trekking can be done independently. You could hire a guide and a porter by yourself instead of going through an agency or not hire a guide at all. Although, not having a guide can be a little problematic during the offseason.
It really depends on you. Is it your first time in Nepal? How confident are you of being able to find your way around? How pressed on time are you? If you go through an agency, it will be costlier but everything will be planned. You will only have to come, trek and return.
For the Annapurna region, pay for guides range from $20 to $30 per day and porters take $15 to $25 per day.
