Udaipur

Activities

Celebrate the cultural heritage of Rajasthan with this experience at a cultural evening show. Your experience will begin with a pickup from your accommodation in Udaipur. Then, travel to the Bagore Ki Haveli museum in a private air-conditional car or tuk tuk. The drive will take around 30 minutes.  Your driver will give you your tickets and show you where to enter the museum. Then, take a seat and enjoy the show, which lasts one hour. Watch folk dances invented by locals, which reflect the traditional life of the region. Admire the colorful costumes and dramatic dance performances, and learn about the local way of life.

Choose a convenient pickup time from your hotel between 6:00 AM and 10:00 AM. Journey into the Aravalli hills on a scenic drive (approximately 2.5 hours) from Udaipur to Kumbhalgarh. A local English-speaking guide will join you to explain the significance of Mewar in Rajasthani history. The thick walls of this fort (the second longest in the world) stretch for 36 kilometers and offer splendid views and easy hiking opportunities. With more than 350 temple structures, bunkers, and palaces dating back to the 1400s, it is no surprise this remote fort was declared an UNESCO World Heritage Site. Stop for a well-deserved lunch at a multi-cuisine restaurant or try local Mewari food (at your own expense). Then drive to Ranakpur, home to India’s biggest Jain temple. Comprising of massive marble domes and pillars, this house of worship is considered sacred by Jains. Spend some time walking around, as your guide explains the Jain principles of non-violence and non-possessiveness. After a memorable day, bid farewell to your guide and head back to Udaipur to your hotel or other preferred location within city limits. The tour ends approximately ten hours after the start time.

Explore the beautiful and colorful royal haveli of Bagore. It was built in the 18th century and is situated on the lakeside and loved by photographers. Discover the marvelous and mesmerizing ornate carvings on Jagdish Temple, built in the 17th century. Visit the most famous ghats on Lake Pichola and listen to the inspiring stories about the history, culture, and life of Udaipur. Continue the tour and stop to try local food delicacies and learn about local food culture. Enjoy a visit to the famous local markets of Udaipur. Your guide will help you navigate and explore the old alleyways for an offbeat experience. Visit the beautiful Fateh Sagar Lake and listen to the heartwarming stories of the Rajputs Dynasty, which is loved by locals. Continue to explore more popular local sites, including the beautiful Saheliyon ki Bari or "Garden of Maids," built for royal women, and more. See the city palace of Udaipur and complete the tour with a big smile on your face and beautiful memories to cherish in your photos.

Your guide will meet you at your tour meeting point, from where you will be taken to your first attraction of Aravali Vatika. There you will explore its three-layer landscaped garden, which contains a small artificial lake. Following that you will advance towards Pearl Hill, which overlooks the Fateh Sagar Lake and is the memorial of the Rajput hero Maharana Pratap. You'll then visit the Hall of Heroes, which contains 20 large paintings on Mewar history and models of Chittorgarh and the Haldighati battlefield. Towards the latter end of your experience, you'll go to Sunset Point, the Fateh Sagar Garden, Circuit House, and Guru Gobind Singh Park. Your tour will eventually culminate with the Moteshwar Mahadev Temple and Fateh Sagar Paal, including the kilometer-long Fateh Sagar Lake which is one of the most beautiful places to watch the sunset.

Your experience will begin with a welcome meet and greet, which will include a refreshing drink. Once introduced, you will begin participating by preparing your vegetarian meal which will include rice, paneer cottage cheese, types of chapati, seasonal vegetarian curry, and milk pudding. You will later enjoy your meal whilst discussing insider tips and tricks of Indian food whilst also discussing various cultural topics. You will later also have the chance to enroll yourself in a Heena Mehendi class, in which you can wear Indian jewellery and dresses. As your cultural experience concludes, bid farewell before enjoying the rest of your day in Udaipur.

Start your holiday stress-free and book your airport to hotel transfer before you fly. When you land, enjoy the peace of mind knowing that transport to your hotel is already booked. At the arrivals gate, meet your friendly and professional driver who’s holding a clearly marked sign with your name. Then hop inside your private, air-conditioned vehicle and relax as you travel directly to your hotel in Udaipur. Whether you’re traveling individually, with a partner, or in a group, this private transfer service covers all your needs. After you’ve made your booking, simply advise the local operator of your flight details and your hotel address.

Rajasthan has historically been defined by a sense of Royalness. This tour of Jodhpur offers you the perfect chance to explore the city with a professional guide and learn about its ancient history and customs. Enjoy some complimentary snacks at a favourite local spot along the way. After you meet your guide, you'll travel by car and get to see the following highlights of this amazing city. 1. Mandore Gardens. View architecturally spectacular domes, a museum, the ‘Hall of Heroes,’ and a temple dedicated to the 33 crore Gods of Hinduism. 2. Balsamand Lake. An artificial lake with a stunning royal pathway.  3. Padamsar and Ranisar Lake. 4. Mehrangarh Fort. A symbol of the glorious princely era of Rajasthan, located on a hilltop, which provides fantastic views of the Blue City. 5. Rao Jodha Desert Rock Park. See some exotic plant species that belong to the Thar Desert area. 6. Statue of Rao Jodha and Jaswant Thada. A cenotaph built in honour of the King. 7. Toorji ka Jhalra. An ancient step well. 8. Ghanta Ghar Clock Tower and the old city Markets, Tripolia Bazaar.  9. Sardar Government Museum, Maharaja Umed Sigh Staduium, Rajasthan High Court, and Umed Club (if time permits).  10. Umaid Bhavan Palace and Museum.

Begin your tour of the city of Udaipur with pick-up from your hotel at 9:00 am. Travel to City Palace, Udaipur, a 400 year old palace complex, blending Rajasthani and Mughal architecture. Experience spectacular views of Udaipur city and its surroundings, from the banks of Lake Pichola.  Visit one of the most famous monuments in the city, Jagdish Temple, only a short walk from City Palace. Explore the temple and admire the beautiful carvings, dedicated to Lord Jagannath. Discover the shrines of Shiva, Ganesha, Surya and the goddess Shakti.  Finish your tour at the Saheliyon-ki-Bari, a colorful flower garden. Marvel at the fountains and marble sculptures, depicting elephants and humans, and relax by the lotus pool.