See Jodhpur's major highlights and enjoy a camel ride in the Thar Desert during this ten-hour sightseeing tour. We will pick you up from your hotel or location in Jodhpur and take you to some of the major landmarks of the city, including the historic Mehrangarh Fort, Jaswant Thada and Umaid Bhawan Palace. Your driver will tel you more about the history of this place.
After some sightseeing, we will drive you to 60 kilometres outside of the city to Osian for a camel ride. Camels are considered the ships of the desert and are an indispensable asset of the local people. Spend approximately 1 to 2 hour on the back of a camel in the Thar Desert and witness a mesmerising sunset before it is time to drive back to the city. Please note that the entrance fees to the destinations mentioned is not included in the tour price.
Join us on this private city tour of Jodhpur and discover the rich legacy left behind by the Rajputs. We will pick you up upon arrival at the airport, train or bus station or, in case you are already in the city, receive you at your hotel for this full-day sightseeing tour of Jodhpur city.
Your first stop is the Mehrangarh Fort and Museum, an important historical landmark and a popular Jodhpur attraction. See numerous beautiful palaces, galleries, ancient temples and a museum inside the complex. Next, head for Jaswant Thada, a 19th-century royal cenotaph that also features spectacular gardens.
Your last destination of the day is the famous Umaid Bhawan Palace, built in the 20th century to provide employment to 3,000 famine-stricken residents of Jodhpur. This palace has recently been transformed into a five-star heritage hotel.
We will drop you off after the tour is over at the airport, train or bus stations or your hotel in the city.
Immerse yourself in Rajasthan, known as the Land of Kings for its countless palaces, forts and monuments to warriors past. On this culture-packed adventure, we visit the imposing forts of Jodhpur and Jaipur, which bear testament to the battles that once raged here, visit the Taj Mahal at sunrise, and search Ranthambore National Park for another regal resident: the elusive Bengal tiger.
The departure starting in Delhi on 14 November 2026 includes a visit to the Pushkar Fair. Read the Colours of Rajasthan - Pushkar Festival (2026) itinerary for more details. For our standard 2025 itinerary, see here. For our 2025 Pushkar Festival departure, see here.
Where the plains meet the Himalaya, India is at its most vivid and complex, manifested in a profusion of religions and landscapes. Join an expert local tour leader to experience it for yourself: ashrams, monasteries and gurdwaras, Amritsar’s famous Golden Temple, Tibetan culture and the Dalai Lama’s hometown of Dharamsala. Just as fascinating is watching daily life play out, meeting the friendly local people and, of course, eating the world-renowned cuisine.
With the three cities of the Golden Triangle, Bengal tigers of Ranthambore and countless grand fortresses, the north is India at its most evocative. Led by an expert tour leader, we explore it in style: enjoying high tea in sight of the Taj Mahal, staying in the 15th-century Neemrana Fort-Palace and dining with a charming family. Add to that the everyday wonders – smiling locals, whizzing rickshaws and flavoursome curries – and you will see why North India is such a favourite with our groups.
Book this tour and get the chance to enjoy riding a camel through the Thar Desert, the largest desert in India. We will pick you up upon arrival at the airport, train or bus station or, in case you are already in the city, receive you at your hotel in Jodhpur between 2:00 pm to 2:30 pm and drive you to Osian, a desert oasis and an ancient town located in the Thar Desert.
Visit the Sachiya Mata Temple (no guide provided), a holy temple revered by the locals, before heading for the the highlight of the trip, camel safari. You can expect to spend between one to two hours riding a camel in the desert and exploring the arid landscape before we drive you back to Jodhpur.
Enjoy a traditional Marwari-style dinner and get the chance to taste a variety of local delicacies. We will drive you to the hotel, airport or station as per your request after that.
Experience India’s Golden Triangle and Nepal’s mountain peaks on this 19-day Premium adventure from Delhi to Kathmandu. Discover the ‘Pink City’ of Jaipur, witness the Mughal splendours of Delhi and Agra, savour the many flavours of Lucknow cuisine and soak up the ambience of holy Varanasi. Continue to Kathmandu, where you’ll visit a Tibetan community and search for big game in Chitwan National Park. Awash with highlights, from lavish palaces and vibrant bazaars to small villages in the foothills of snow-capped peaks, this is an eclectic adventure not to be missed.
This day-long tour will take you to the iconic Taj Mahal, the symbol of love and India itself, and two other important tourist sights in the historical Indian city of Agra, the Agra Fort and the Tomb of Itimad-ud-Daulah.
Join us in this fully-guided trip from Delhi to Agra and discover Mughal-era masterpieces, history and culture. Learn about the great Mughal emperors, who once ruled over India, about their court and their importance in Indian history.
Itinerary:
0600: Pickup and Drive to Agra
Our representatives will pick you up from your respective accommodation in Delhi/Gurgaon/Noida, and you will be drive to the city of Agra via Yamuna Expressway. The 210km drive will take approximately three and half hours.
0930: Agra Arrival
Your guide will meet you once you have arrived in Agra. Before you sightseeing tour, you will be taken to a hotel where you can freshen up and relax for a while.
0945 : Visit Taj Mahal
Our first visit will be the iconic Taj Mahal, built by Mughal emperor Shah Jahan to house the tomb of his wife Mumtaz Mahal and where he himself was entombed following his death. This ivory-white marble mausoleum remains one of the top-visited sights in India. You will have plenty of time to explore this magnificent sight and learn about its history from your expert guide.
1245 : Time for Lunch
After the tour of the Taj Mahal, you will be transferred to Hotel Courtyard by Marriott, a five-star deluxe hotel, for a multi-cuisine buffet lunch. You will have some time to rest after your lunch before the start of the next tour.
1400 : Visit Agra Fort
Also known as the red fort, the Agra Fort was built during the reign of emperor Akbar. It is a vast museum of interesting buildings. Every Mughal emperor right up to Aurangzeb added something. Construction of the Agra Fort started in 1565 and was completed in 1573. Inside the fort complex, there are several historical sites.
1600 : Visit the Tomb of Itmad-ud-Daulah
Popularly known as Baby Taj, the Tomb of Itmad-ud-Daulah, like the Taj Mahal, is also a mausoleum complex commissioned by Nur Jahan, the wife of emperor Jahangir, for her father Mirza Ghiyas Beg and his wife Asmat Begham. This dome-less Mughal masterpiece was the first building finished in white marble and it inspired Taj Mahal's design in many ways.
1700 : Drive back to Delhi
Drive back to Delhi
2030 : Drop off
You will be dropped to your accommodation.
Tour ends.
This trip has been especially tailored for those travelers who don't have much time to spend in Agra but eager to see its monuments, including the famous Taj Mahal. The other heritages that travelers will see during this trip are Agra Fort and Baby Taj,
If you still find yourself with time after visiting these sites, that we can also add the Mughal Bazar, a local market, to the itinerary. We will drive you back to Delhi after that and drop you off at your desired destination.
Please note that we can offer pick-up services for this trip from your hotel in Delhi as well as from the airport or the railways station in the city. You will meet our tour guide on reaching Agra and the tour guide will show you all the mentioned monuments.
This tour takes you on an enriching journey through India's most iconic destinations, blending history, culture, and spirituality. Starting in Delhi, you'll explore its diverse landmarks, including Raj Ghat, Red Fort, Jama Masjid, India Gate, and the Lotus Temple. In Jodhpur, known as the "Blue City," you'll discover the majestic Mehrangarh Fort and vibrant markets. The journey continues to Udaipur, the "City of Lakes," where you'll visit the Udaipur City Palace, Jagdish Temple, and enjoy the tranquil beauty of Fateh Sagar Lake and Sahelion-ki-Bari. Next, immerse yourself in the sacred atmosphere of Pushkar, famous for its holy lake and Brahma Temple. In Jaipur, Rajasthan’s capital, you'll explore the impressive Amer Fort, Hawa Mahal, and Birla Temple. In Agra, witness the breathtaking beauty of the Taj Mahal at sunrise, a masterpiece of Mughal art. The tour then moves to Lucknow, known for its rich cultural heritage, where you'll visit Bara Imambara, Lucknow Residency, and optionally the Chhota Imambara and La Martinière School. Continuing to Varanasi, one of India’s holiest cities, experience the captivating Ganges River prayer ceremony, a boat ride, and a visit to Sarnath. Finally, you’ll return to Delhi, concluding your exploration of India’s rich cultural, historical, and spiritual tapestry with one of our best India travel packages.
As described the tour is full on but its so worth it to see so much. This tour really throws you into Indian history and witnessing day-to-day life was fascinating. You cover a lot of ground with some very long travel days but the sites around Rajasthan make up for it with stops always providing interest.
The hotels were great with a good mix between heritage properties and the modern facilities. Gajner Palace hotel was a particular highlight and the setting is incredible.
This was my first trip as a single person and I had a fabulous time. The group of 12 (four couples and four singles) really gelled and were very friendly, supportive and fun. The itinerary was very good, with at least one specific thing to do, see or visit each day. The high points were the tea plantation, the spice farm, the cookery evening, the wonderful scenery and the houseboat . The accommodation was generally very good, but the homestay was too basic to be an enjoyable experience. It didn't feel as though we were guests in someone's home, it felt more like a commercial exercise (eg the host talked of building a hotel next year to accommodate more guests). The food was excellent in most places with some well-chosen restaurants/snack bars, and plenty of choice for vegetarians, but I was a little disappointment at the street food experience, which was just selecting one cold, precooked snack (such as samosa, vada or fritter.) I was anticipating some freshly cooked food (while we looked on) such as rice and dahl or pani puri. Also, I thought that the purpose of visiting the market was to select spices and vegetables to use later in our cookery evening, but there wasn't an obvious link. Our guide, Sree, was flexible, knowledgeable and very accommodating of all our needs.
Overall a really great experience with a great group of people. Will definitely use Explore again for another adventurous trip.
Old and new, color and chaos, sticky cities and luscious mountain ranges… India is a wonderful cacophony that blazes a trail in your memory long after you get home. Ready to have your senses awakened, your imagination brought to life and your perception of the world changed forever? This is officially the trip for you.
Avoid the classic tourist route to discover the tribal cultures and serene landscapes of South India. Guided by one of our much-loved Indian tour leaders, we head inland to explore forested hills, cruise tranquil backwaters, and tour fragrant coffee, tea and spice plantations. Also experience the best of India’s welcoming hospitality, feasting on delicious local dishes and staying in a range of Premium accommodations, including an unforgettable night on a houseboat.