India Desert, Hills & Beaches Tour

Then, after having breakfast start sightseeing by visiting Mehrangarh Fort which is one of the biggest forts in India and has a wonderful view of the Blue City. Visit royal palaces, courtyards, as well as museums within the fort. Go on to Jaswant Thada, a peaceful marble monument with gardens. Then see Umaid Bhawan Palace Museum, a museum of royal history and architecture. The night has no restrictions to have a dinner on the roof, with a fort view. Overnight stay in Jodhpur.

After breakfast leave Jaisalmer, with long journeys through immense desert landscapes and through little villages. Upon arrival, get into a hotel and rest. Late afternoon, go to Gadisar Lake; it is a quiet place with temples and shrines, where you can see the sunset. Take a pleasant stroll along the lake and bathe in the gilt of the city. Dinner may be taken at a local restaurant of local restaurants of Rajasthan cuisine. Overnight stay in Jaisalmer.

You are going to Jaipur today either by a scheduled flight or by a surface movement. Arrival and check into your hotel, and rest. During the evening, go to Bapu Bazaar or Johari Bazaar, where they deal with textiles, jewelry and other souvenirs. The mood is vibrant but not overwhelming enough and ideal to do some shopping about. Have dinner in a local restaurant and go back to the hotel. Overnight stay in Jaipur.

Begin the day with a visit to Jaisalmer Fort, a fort which is a live fort full of houses, temples, and shops within the walls. Tour Patwon Ki haveli and Salim singh ki Haveli which is a haveli of finely carved stone. Afternoon travel to Sam Sand Dunes. Take a relaxing ride on the camel and a relaxing desert sunset. The evening before spending the night in a desert camp or hotel, cultural folk music and dance are added.

Start with the visit to Amber Fort, where one can see its large halls and courtyards. Go to City Palace, where museums with royal and royal costumes are located. Take a visit to Jantar Mantar, an astronomic observatory and a photo break in Hawa Mahal. The evening is at liberty of cultural dining or leisure. Overnight stay in Jaipur.

Fly to the hill town of Manali and move on to the hotel. Once checked-in, take time and have a fresh breath of the mountain. During an evening walk slowly along Mall Road or along the river Beas. Locally dine or just take a rest at the hotel. Overnight stay in Manali.

See Hadimba Devi Temple, which is surrounded by cedar forests. Proceed to Vashisht Village which has the natural hot water springs and temples. Then discover Old Manali with cafes, crafts and easy mountain air. The remaining part of the day is at liberty to appreciate the landscape or have a nap. Overnight stay in Manali.

Leave Manali and go to Shimla, with beautiful mountain passes and mountain views. Arrive and get into your hotel and rest. During the evening, go to The Ridge and Mall Road which houses colonial buildings, cafes and shops. Take a nice stroll and a nice cool day. Overnight stay in Shimla.

Begin with a tour of Ekhoo temple, which has commanding views of the hills. Tour Christ Church and the surrounding colonial-built structures. Take a walk to less busy streets or even have breaks in cafes. It is a holiday that is not associated with heavy traveling. Overnight stay in Shimla.

Flight to Goa from Shimla. Check in at your beach resort. The remaining time is to rest on the beach, view the sunset or take a stroll on the beach. Overnight stay in Goa.

Visit Old Goa, visit Basilica of Bom Jesus and other churches around the area. Then later visit Calangute or Anjuna Beach and revel in the beach environment. You can spend time at your leisure in optional water activities or cafe hopping. Overnight stay in Goa.

Take a Flight to Kochi and get into your hotel. After having a meal, take a rest and recover before you start exploring.See Fort Kochi, stroll on the Chinese fishing nets and colonial streets. Spend time being amid local food or optional cultural performance. Overnight stay in Kochi.

In the morning, pack your bags and get ready for breakfast. After breakfast you can go for quick shopping before you leave for the airport as your exciting and long trip comes to an end here.