Rajasthan hits you in small things. A cup of chai from a street stall at 7 AM in Jaipur. The smell of hot dust and spices in the old market. A fort wall that is still warm from the sun when you lean on it in the evening. By the third day, you stop looking at your phone for directions and just walk where the colour is.
This is an 8 Nights 9 Days group trip through four cities: Jaipur, Udaipur, Jodhpur and Jaisalmer. You travel in an AC vehicle with a driver who knows the roads, stay in comfortable hotels, and your Trip Captain stays with the group the whole way. Breakfast, dinner, tolls and parking are covered, so you only need to bring your bag and an appetite.
8 Nights / 9 Days
Delhi / Delhi
Rajasthan Backpacking Trip
Tempo Traveller
Jaipur, Udaipur, Jodhpur, Jaisalmer
18-42 Years
The trip moves fast, but it never feels like a checklist. Each city has its own mood, and the days are planned so you get a feel for it before you leave. Jaipur is loud and busy. You climb Amer Fort in the morning, stand in front of Hawa Mahal and then lose an hour in the local markets, looking at bangles, juttis and printed cloth. It is the right place to start, because it wakes you up.
Udaipur is slower. The drive from Jaipur is long, so you arrive tired, but the lake does the rest. You walk through the City Palace, drive up to Sajjangarh and sit near Lake Pichola in the evening with the lights coming on across the water. On the way to Jodhpur, you stop at Haldighati and Kumbhalgarh Fort, whose wall runs for kilometres along the hills. Jodhpur itself is blue and loud again. You see the fort, walk through the old city and spend an evening eating, because the food tour is half the reason people love this city.
The last stop is Jaisalmer, which looks like it was cut out of sand. You see the fort, walk through the small lanes and then drive out to the Sam Sand Dunes for the desert evening. The sky at night there is the best part. The days are long, and some of the drives take five or six hours. If you like seeing a lot with a friendly group, this is a good way to see Rajasthan.
This trip is for people who want to see the main cities of Rajasthan in one go, with a group and without planning hassle. It suits you if you are:
Note: It is not the right trip if you are looking for a slow holiday with multi-day rest periods, or if long road journeys tire you out.
Rajasthan Backpacking Trip: 8 Nights / 9 Days Detailed Itinerary
Departure Time: Around 7:00 PM
Vehicle: AC Vehicle (Tempo Traveller)
Stay: Overnight Journey
Meals: Not Included (Roadside dinner stop)
Meet your Trip Captain and the group at the pickup point and begin the overnight drive to Jaipur. A roadside restaurant stop is taken along the way for dinner.
Activity: Fort Sightseeing & Market Walk
Stay: Hotel in Jaipur
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
Reach Jaipur in the morning. Freshen up, enjoy breakfast, and head to the grand Amer Fort. Afterward, see the iconic Hawa Mahal and spend the rest of the day walking through the local markets looking at bangles, juttis, and printed cloth.
Travel: Approx. 390 km (7–8 hours)
Stay: Hotel in Udaipur
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
After breakfast, start the long, scenic drive south towards Udaipur. Upon arrival, check into your hotel. If time permits, spend a peaceful evening relaxing near Lake Pichola as the lights illuminate the water.
Activity: Palace & Hilltop Fort Exploration
Stay: Hotel in Udaipur
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
Spend a full day exploring the 'City of Lakes'. Walk through the historic City Palace, drive up to Sajjangarh Fort (Monsoon Palace) for panoramic views of the city, and enjoy the sunset along Lake Pichola.
Travel: Approx. 250 km
Stay: Hotel in Jodhpur
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
Leave Udaipur after breakfast and stop at Haldighati, the historic battlefield site. Continue to the massive Kumbhalgarh Fort, famous for having the world's second-longest continuous wall, before arriving in Jodhpur.
Activity: Fort Visit, Blue City Walk & Street Food Exploration
Stay: Hotel in Jodhpur
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
Explore the towering Mehrangarh Fort and stroll through the narrow blue lanes of the old city. In the evening, head out on a guided local street food tour to sample Jodhpur's famous snacks and authentic sweets.
Travel: Approx. 280 km
Stay: Hotel in Jaisalmer
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
Drive through desert terrain towards Jaisalmer. Reach by afternoon, check into your hotel, and head out to explore the living Jaisalmer Fort and the charming golden lanes surrounding it.
Activity: Sand Dunes Sunset & Cultural Evening
Stay: Hotel in Jaisalmer
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
Spend the morning relaxing or exploring local sites. In the late afternoon, drive out to the Sam Sand Dunes for a stunning desert sunset followed by an evening in the desert under the stars.
Travel: Long-distance return drive
Meals: Breakfast
Enjoy breakfast, check out from the hotel, and begin the long return journey back to Delhi. The trip concludes upon arrival with unforgettable memories of Rajasthan.
Everything covered in your Rajasthan Backpacking Trip package
Things not included in your Rajasthan Backpacking Trip package
Pack light cotton clothes for daytime, plus a light jacket or sweater for evenings. Bring warm layers if travelling between November and February, as desert nights can be cold.
Sturdy, comfortable walking shoes are essential for exploring large forts and palaces. Bring a pair of slippers or flip-flops for relaxed hotel stays.
Carry sunglasses, high-SPF sunscreen, a hat or cap, lip balm, and a scarf or dupatta to protect yourself from midday sun, heat, and blowing desert dust.
Bring a high-capacity power bank, phone charger, camera, and extra batteries to keep your devices charged during long intercity travel and full-day sightseeing.
Pack a personal medical kit (headache, cold, motion sickness, stomach upset, ORS, bandages), along with a quick-dry towel, wet wipes, and hand sanitiser.
Carry an original government photo ID (plus a digital copy), cash for fort entry tickets and personal shopping, dry fruits/snacks, a reusable water bottle, and a light daypack for daily outings.
Please read our cancellation terms carefully before confirming your booking.
Full refund
25% refund
Non-refundable
GST and transaction charges are non-refundable in all cases.
Quick answers to common questions about the Rajasthan Backpacking Trip.
Yes. Many travellers join solo, and your Trip Captain helps everyone connect and feel comfortable right from day one.
The trip covers Jaipur, Udaipur, Jodhpur, and Jaisalmer, along with en-route stops at Haldighati, Kumbhalgarh Fort, and the Sam Sand Dunes.
October to March is the ideal season. The daytime weather is pleasant for exploring forts, and desert evenings in Jaisalmer are crisp and enjoyable.
Daily breakfast and dinner are included as per the itinerary. Lunch, afternoon snacks, and roadside tea stops are self-sponsored.
No. Entry tickets for forts, palaces, museums, and viewpoints are paid directly at the respective ticket counters.
Jeep safari, camel rides, and desert activity arrangements are facilitated at the Sam Sand Dunes; optional activities can be paid directly on-site.
Intercity drives range from 5 to 8 hours (e.g., Jaipur to Udaipur is ~390 km). Regular rest and refreshment stops are taken along the way.
Clean, comfortable hotel accommodations on double or triple sharing basis across all four cities.
Group departures are open for ages 18–42 years. For families or other age groups, customized private tours can be arranged.
Yes. You can reach the starting pickup point in Delhi/Gurgaon prior to departure. Connect with us via WhatsApp for trip coordination and tips.
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