Easy Going Jaipur

Bite-sized trip

Itinerary:
Delhi - Jaipur
Duration:
4 days / 3 nights (flexible)
Price:
from £ 399.- per person (excluding flights)

Settle gently into colourful and chaotic India, an overwhelming jumble of sights, sounds and smells. Touching down amidst the commotion of Delhi can be something of a culture shock, so this trip is designed to give you a softer landing. You’ll spend one night in Delhi before driving on to the Pink City of Jaipur, crammed with fairy-tale palaces, historic splendour and heaving bazaars stuffed with beautiful textiles.

Day 1 – Arrival in Delhi

When you arrive in Delhi, you’ll be collected by your private driver and taken to your comfortable hotel in Central Delhi, near to both the spice markets of Chandi Chowk and the modern bars of Connaught Place. Here, you can catch your breath and rest after your flight or alternatively you can visit some of the local sights by metro as there is a station nearby.

Day 2 – Delhi to Jaipur

Delhi can be quite a shock to the system when you first arrive in India, so early the next morning you’ll be driven to Jaipur (approximately 5 hours). Jaipur is also known as the ‘pink city’ because many of the buildings are painted in pink-orange tones. It’s a jumble of colours, camel carts, elephants, beggars, rickshaws, temples, forts and palaces. You’ll stay in a friendly, family-run hotel with lots of character and Rajasthani style. Enjoy the peace and quiet of your surroundings and cool off with a dip in the hotel pool.

Days 3-4 – Jaipur tour & departure

Today you’ll take a private guided tour of this remarkable city, visiting the City Palace, the Observatory and the fairy-tale Palace of the Winds (Hawa Mahal). You will also visit Amber Fort. This ancient citadel made of red sandstone and white marble is perched high on a hilltop overlooking the rocky hills around Jaipur. One of the fort’s highlights is the mirror palace, covered with an intricate mosaic made up of thousands of tiny mirrors.

If you’re feeling active, or want to spend another day in Jaipur, we can arrange a guided bike tour through the narrow streets, stopping for a traditional meal with a local family. Ask your Travel Specialist for more details.

The next day you’ll pack your bags and get ready for a new adventure.