Rajasthan
A complete family journey across Rajasthan's historic royal cities
Jaipur, Udaipur, Jaisalmer
About this trip
Join us on a leisurely two-week tour of Rajasthan, planned carefully for Bengali families who enjoy travelling together in comfort. We visit the grand palaces of Jaipur, the serene waters of Udaipur, and the golden desert landscape of Jaisalmer. An experienced tour manager from our team escorts the group from Kolkata throughout the entire journey. All long journeys, hotel stays, and daily sightseeing are organised smoothly so you can travel without stress.
Highlights
Day-by-day plan
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Departure from Kolkata
Assemble at Howrah or Sealdah station and board your scheduled train towards Rajasthan for the overnight journey.
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Arrival in Jaipur
Spend the day on the train enjoying the countryside, arriving in Jaipur by evening where you are transferred to your hotel.
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Jaipur Sightseeing
Visit the magnificent Amer Fort, view the Jal Mahal palace in the water, and see the Hawa Mahal and City Palace.
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Jaipur to Udaipur
Depart Jaipur in the morning and travel to Udaipur, checking into your hotel upon arrival in the evening.
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Udaipur Palaces and Lakes
Sightseeing around Udaipur including the grand City Palace complex, Jagdish Temple, and the promenade along Lake Pichola.
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Udaipur Local Visits
Visit the gardens of Saheliyon-ki-Bari and scenic Fateh Sagar Lake, followed by free time to explore the local markets.
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Udaipur to Jodhpur Transit
Travel across Rajasthan towards the western region, halting for an overnight stay to keep the road journey comfortable.
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Arrival in Jaisalmer
Continue onward to the desert town of Jaisalmer, check into your hotel, and spend a quiet evening by Gadisar Lake.
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Jaisalmer Fort and Havelis
Explore the famous yellow-sandstone Jaisalmer Fort, known as Sonar Kella, along with the historic Patwon ki Haveli.
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Kuldhara and Sam Sand Dunes
Visit the deserted village of Kuldhara before heading to Sam Sand Dunes in the late afternoon for the desert sunset.
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Jaisalmer to Boarding Station
Travel from Jaisalmer to the designated railway station to begin your return journey towards West Bengal.
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Return Train Journey Begins
Board your return train to Kolkata and settle in for the long-distance journey across the northern plains.
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Train Travel towards Kolkata
Spend the full day on the train travelling comfortably in the company of fellow group members.
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Arrival in Kolkata
Arrive at Howrah or Sealdah station in Kolkata with lasting memories of your family holiday across Rajasthan.
What's included
- Train travel for the round trip from Kolkata
- Hotel accommodation on family sharing basis
- Meals as per the tour programme
- All transfers and local sightseeing by dedicated vehicle
- Services of an experienced Bengali-speaking tour escort throughout
- IRCTC travel insurance on train journeys (as provided with the rail ticket)
What's not included
- Personal expenses such as laundry, telephone calls, and packaged drinking water
- Optional activities, camel rides, or boat rides not part of the standard plan
- Any costs arising due to unexpected train delays, road blocks, or weather conditions
- Anything not explicitly listed in the inclusions
- Entry fees and tickets — monuments, parks, museums, temples, boat/jeep safaris and rides
- Any travel, medical or baggage insurance other than IRCTC rail insurance
Useful tips
- •Carry light woollens as temperatures drop considerably during desert nights in Jaisalmer.
- •Wear sturdy walking shoes suitable for exploring large fort courtyards and stone pathways.
- •Keep small Indian rupee notes handy for roadside tea, snacks, and porterage during train travel.