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Best Walking Tours Packages In Rajasthan

Let the myriad flavours of Rajasthan come alive as you bask in an authentic village experience.Your unique sojourn would begin sometime in the evening and would last for around 6 hours.

Begin with a 30 km drive from Jodhpur to the village (colloquially called Dhanis). After a traditional welcome, take a walk with the village chief to witness the different activities that take place here. On this guided walk, you visit the potter's and weaver's homes to see engaging sights of expert artisans at work. After absorbing the day to day scenes and sights of the village, participate in an old Rajasthani ceremony and subsequently join the chief at the temple for the evening prayers. In the evening, enjoy a festive ambience of folk music and dancing illuminated by a bonfire. Just before dinner, you get a Rajasthani cooking demonstration that titillates your senses for a sumptuous dinner ahead. It is prepared by the chief’s wife using ingredients indigenous to this region. 

Duration: 6 hours (evening)

About the Activity:

Fixed Departure: The tour starts from Jalori Gate anytime between 12 noon to 4:30 pm and ends at the Clock Tower.

• Jodhpur, the blue and sunny city of Rajasthan is known for its rich culture and history. Walk through the narrow lanes of this place, get acquainted with its legacy and discover its rustic charm.
• This guided walking tour of around 3 hours is conducted anytime between 12:00 – 04:30 PM. It begins from the Jalori Gate and proceeds towards the market places of Jodhpur. 
• Explore these areas that still reflect the essence of a bygone era and discover its opulent beauty. 
• Visit the local dairy markets which are locally known as ‘Chavate’ and produce the best quality cheese, mawa (milk cake) and other milk products. 
• Meet and greet the local craftsmen and find an opportunity to witness how they prepare brass lamp, swords, and other delicate metal crafts.
• Hereafter, the walking tour takes a turn towards the aromatic and delicious lanes of Jodhpur. 
• Stroll through the perfume, spice, and sweet markets and experience a mixed flavour of pleasant scents, delectable delicacies, and exotic spices. 
• Post this, visit the popular Sarafa and Katla bazaar, both of which are known for precious metal work, antique coins and some of the best clothes merchant in the country. 
• Upon your arrival at the Clock Tower, this walking tour will come to an end with a visit to the local vegetable market.

Enthrall in an unforgettable experience of Dera village retreat. Delight in an unforgettable village experience with friends and family. This perfect retreat offers a delightful break from the traditional tourist places.

Enthrall in a village visit that is tucked away within a valley inside the Aravalli Hills. Inhabited by a community of the Meena Tribals, interact with the locals and get a taste of their rustic life. Dera Village Retreat, Kalakho is situated in the famous Golden Triangle circuit between Agra and Jaipur.  Enthrall in the beauty of the 17 tastefully decorated cottages embraced amidst green oasis garden

Delight in a camel safari, enjoy captivating Rajasthani Folk Dances at the Retreat in the  evening. Explore the colorful life of the people here. Apart from these you can also indulge in exciting activities like bird watching, biking and hiking around the vicinity in Dera village retreat.

Meal Types: Vegetarian & Non-Vegetarian

Accommodation Types: Double sharing

Activities: Village Walk, Cultural Programs, Camel Safari

Unravel yourself, shed off all the hustles of the city life by taking a break with a luxury stay at tree house resort Jaipur. Delight in the lap of Mother Nature while relaxing in this stunning place. Get a taste of the rural-rustic life while staying in this amazing resort.

Unwind the colors of this pink city of India – Jaipur. Indulge in a session of various indoor-outdoor games with friends and family with a stay at tree house resort Jaipur . Refresh yourself while completing a few lapses of swim in the pool amidst the compound. Shed off all your office worries while participating in a session of Lawn Tennis in this picturesque abode.

Explore the beautiful-colorful streets by embarking on a cycle trip, ride through the narrow lanes of the city. You can also indulge in nature walk experience while witnessing the mesmerizing sceneries surrounding you throughout your stay. Delight in this pleasant - stay at tree house resort Jaipur

Meal Types: Vegetarian & Non- Vegetarian-Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Accommodation Types: Double Occupancy

Activities: Billiards/ Snooker, Swimming Pool, Tennis Court, Tribal Archery, Badminton, Camel Cart, Cycling, Nature Walk, Golf

Difficulty Level: Easy

About the activity:

Umaid Lake Palace in Bhangarah sprawls across an area of around 20 acres and is positioned in such a way, that it provides gorgeous panoramic views of the neighbouring Mughal Gardens. Experience an idyllic organic retreat away from the hustling city life. Take a walk through the farms in the vicinity, where you can actually venture with the chefs and help him select your preferred vegetables for the meals.

While at Umaid Lake Palace, engage in various enthralling activities such as cycle Polo, camel cart rides, village walks and organic farming. For bird lovers, this place has some surprises too – enthrall in the sights of beautiful birds flocking the region.

Unravel the fun embraced in this mystical land. Located near the Kalakho village, Umaid Lake Palace is provides you with best sceneries. Unwind yourself in the placid environs of the region by embarking on a jeep safari that would provide you with some of the best landscapes of this land of royalty – Rajsathan.

Meal Types : Vegetarian & Non- Vegetarian

Accommodation Types : Royal Deluxe, Royal Suite

Activities : Cycle Polo, Camel Cart Rides, Jeep Safari, Camel Safari, Same srive at Sariska National Park, Village Walks

Difficulty Level : Easy

About the Activity:

Get ready for a delightful royal stay at Chomu Palace, Jaipur. This former fort has been transformed into a stunning hotel – the elegance and grandeur of this fort-turned-hotel is just inexplicable and certainly needs to be visited in order to believe it.

Slide into this out-of-the-world experience while admiring the historic charm and grandeur of this stunning ancient fort. Live your dream of actually living and staying in a real palace with this striking royal stay at Chomu Palace, Jaipur. Embark on this luxury ride that will provide you with a royal style of living experience.  Spend some amazing moments with rest of the group members while indulging in a snooker and table tennis round. Rejuvenate yourself by indulging in a striking spa experience and gymnasium. You can also relax in grand swimming pools, take few lapses of swim with this royal stay at Chomu Palace, Jaipur.

Lost midway in the city life, almost all of us have just forgotten how it feels living a life where there is no honking of vehicles and buzzing of the digital world. Nature Stay at Ratan Villas, Mount Abu is no doubt a heavenly experience – crowned in the Aravalli Range, these beautiful villas are located as the highest altitude throughout western India.

Delight in the stunning major tourist attractions of the area - Delwara - Jain Temple, Achalgarh, Trevor’s Tank and Peace Park. Witness beautiful exotic wildlife such as sloth bear and leopard while staying in these striking forest friendly accommodation. Mesmerize in the stunning landscape surrounding your stay here. Enthrall in the splendid views of gigantic granite rocks and caves present in the region.

Rivet in the splendid views of the Aravalli Ranges on one side and open forest on the other end. Get ready with your trekking shoes, as you make your way through these thickets while absorbing the gorgeous beauty of this serene place. Delight in this amazing stay at Nature Stay at Ratan Villas, Mount Abu.

Meal Types: Vegetarian and Non-Vegetarian - Breakfast and Dinner

Accommodation Types:  Double Occupancy

Activities: Jungle Trekking, Yoga

Difficulty Level: Easy

Khandela, a stunning ancient town is a living story that tells about its various Rajout rulers and their flourishing dynasties. This small town is full of proud stories of the brave and the famous Rajput’s who once ruled this land.

Enthral in a heritage stay at Castle Khandela, Rajasthan which has been restored and transformed into a stunning resort by Dr. Raisal Singh Khandela. Live your dream of actually living a life in king’s style. Get ready to indulge in an experience like never before! With its unparalleled comfort and world class amenities along with the garnishing of warm hospitable Rajasthani culture – you would just not wish to leave this stunning resort.

Pamper yourself with an exclusive heritage stay at Castle Khandela – indulge in various delightful activities such as Jeep ride, bird and wild life watching and various other equally enthralling adventure activities while relaxing in this beautiful ‘home-away-from-home’ with friends and family.

Meal Types:  Vegetarian and Non Vegetarian (Breakfast)

Accommodation Types:  Double Occupancy

Activities:  Town walk, Village Walk, Bird Watching, Wildlife Walks ,Camel Riding, Fairs

Difficulty Level: Easy

Delight in an amazing stay in Piramal Haveli in Bagar, Rajasthan which is a stunning masterpiece reflecting the Rajathani- Italianate architecture. Built in 1928, this stunning Haveli boasts beautiful large open gardens with magnificent pillared courtyards painted in vivid Kitsch frescoes of flying angels, airplanes and god in motor cars.

Unravel the beauty of lost villages – that seems to fade away under the wraps pf the ‘Modern India’. Enthral various delightful activities available that would not let any room for boredom while you stay in Piramal Haveli in Bagar, Rajasthan. Once you have explored this grand Haveli, sit down with rest of the members for a fun-filled time. Engross in an interesting sessions of indoor games available in the vicinity.

You can also take some time out and enthral in an interesting bird watching session with family and friends. A delight for bird lovers, get ready to spend some amazing moments in Tal Chhapar Sanctuary. Witness the stunning Antelope found only in India – The black buck in its natural habitat. Please in this land of royalty with a stay in Piramal Haveli in Bagar, Rajasthan.

Meal Types: Vegetarian - Breakfast & Tea/Coffee 

Accommodation Types: Double sharing

Activities: Indoor games, Bird Watching ( chargeable), The Fatehsagar Reservoir visit (2 kms), The Rani Sati Temple (10 Kms)

Devi Garh by Lebua, Udaipur is a stunning hill-top palace that has been transformed into a luxurious, sophisticated romantic retreat. Nestled in the Aravali Hills close to the Eklingji and Nagda temples, this heritage hotel occupies a palace that was the royal residence of Delwara’s Rulers. The all-suite property presents a unique vision of traditional and contemporary India. The interiors are fashioned in a minimalist modern style emphasizing chic Indian design, local marble and semi-precious stones. The palace also serves as an alluring wellness destination. Its tranquil ambience is punctuated only by the sound of fountain water, while the stone and natural landscaping create calm spaces that invite contemplation. Watch the sunrise over the mountains, experience yoga on the rooftop, and feel the stress of daily life melt away. Experience authentic flavors made by using fresh ingredients from organic kitchen gardens offering Indian
and Mediterranean to purify the body and soothe the senses.

Meal Types:  Vegetarian and Non-Vegetarian-Breakfast

Accommodation Types: Double Occupancy

Activities: Trekking, Jeep safari, Camel and horse rides, Mini golf, Kite flying, Village Walk, Bicycle Ride, Yoga

Difficulty Level: Easy

About the Activity:

Away from the hustle and bustle of city life, Castle Kalwar, Jaipur provides such soothing and tranquil surrounding that you will be tempted to meditate. The property lets you experience our ancient traditional culture and architecture and innumerable adventure activities can take you to all new level of exploration and adrenaline rush. Eat in-house chef cooked food and experience a feeling of home away from home. To add it all up, the wilderness experience awaits you with the peacocks dancing in the morning. 

Village Tours & Safaris (Camel/Horse/Jeep), Trekking, Visit to Local villages and educational tours to Dhanis., Cultural shows/Cooking Demonstration /Barbeque Dinners can be availed at an extra cost.

The Narayan Resort, Rajasthan, a heritage property enclosed with the Aravalli Hills provides you with the most gracious sights and scenery. This heritage property helps the tourist to enjoy the charms of the marvelous city – Pushkar, Rajasthan.

Along with heritage essence, the property boasts of all the modern amenities such as plush interiors, ample parking space, a multi cuisine roof top restaurant.

The property’s proximity to bus station, railway station, bazaars and various sites of the city, and very popular Pushkar Ground along with courteous service and staff hospitality makes your stay one of most  comfortable one in Pushkar, Rajasthan.

To make your stay interesting and enjoyable one, locals recommend visiting the nearby lake, morning walks and cycling, camel safari, and local cultural programs.

Meal Types: Breakfast, Lunch/ Dinner (Veg or Non-veg)

Accommodation Types: Double Occupancy

Activities: Camel Safari, Cultural Program

• Traverse along the blue city to capture its beauty and tradition without any digression.
• Start your tour at around 6:00 AM or 7:00 AM according to the time given and then head out for the tour.
• Breath in the fresh morning air as the streaming sun touches your face as you walk through the rocky trail of Rao Jodha Desert Rock Park.
• Get a chance to explore the Mehrangarh fort located in a cliff and admire the architectural beauty of Rajasthan.
• Talk a walk through the city to interact with the people and feel a sense of belonging to them.
• Explore the hidden as well as disclosed marvels of arts and culture of the city in detail.
  
• Enjoy a refreshing morning Chai on the roof of a 450-year-old blue house along with the host.
• Conclude your tour at around 8:30 AM or 9:30 AM and head back home.

The Blue City- Jodhpur is located amongst Thar and is featured with heritage structures like palaces, Havelis, and forts. Wander the streets of the city and learning about its history in this guided walking tour. 

About the tour:
-An experienced and local guide will give you a personalized experience and tell you interesting stories about the places.

Places covered:
Clock Tower
Tunwar Ji ka Jhala
Kunj Bihari’s Temple
Pungal Para
Ranisar
Blue City View
Ghanshyam Temple
Singhvi's Haveli 

Timings- Flexible according to customer convenience
Time Slots :Morning- 7:00AM- 10:30AM
                   Evening- 3:30PM- 7:00PM

Note:
-Minimum 2 people are required to book this tour.
-The meeting point will be disclosed after the package has been booked.

• Get picked up from Jalori gate and commence your walk to old Jodhpur bazaars.
• Saunter along the old bazaars in Jodhpur which are sunk in typical dark colours of Rajasthan for two and a half hours.
  
• Observe the trade done by spice sellers, grocery merchants, milk and Indian cheese producers, tie and dye textile owners, jewellery owners and so on. 
• Reinvent the unique pieces of arts and crafts in many shops arrayed in the streets and relish the beauty of shopping.
• Fetch the opportunity to mingle with the village residents and know more about the evolution of the blue city.
• Taste some indigenous cuisines and snacks like Misri Mawa and Lassi while you explore the variant stalls and street shops.

• Set out for a dazzling visit to the proud village of Marwars after getting picked up from Chandpole gate.
• Spend six hours in the fascinating village, interacting with the residents and observing their lifestyle.
• The small huts, the nature and the routine of the villagers will obviously amuse you.
• Ramble through the roads to view how their economy is being revolved and try tasting tea or indigenous bread if possible.
• The tour takes you to a number of rare scenes of rural India where simplicity and calmness reside.

• If you feel like having some fun while benign in Rajasthan, then this trekking tour of Mt Abu is the perfect fit for you.
• The two hours long trek will take you through some of the best trails of Mount Abu and will give you a blissful experience while you tour the woods.
• Start your trek from Nakki lake circle to reach the yoga spot and experience the tranquility of the place. 
• Relax for sometime in between your trek to catch your breath and explore the surroundings before you continue further and conclude your trek.
  

• Start your trekking from Nakki lake circle with your friends or family to the Trevor's tank.
• The hard routes in the lush green forest will definitely thrill you for three hours.
• Reach Trevor's tank where you will get to see a huge collection of crocodiles and spend time observing the creature.
• Enjoy a delicious lunch in the forest itself, roam around the woods to have a refreshing mindset.
• Trek back to the starting point after having some refreshments and the forest guides you safe.

• Start an awesome trekking to Oriya village in Mount Abu in the Aravalli range.
• Trek to the Guru Shikhar, the highest point of the Aravalli hills and watch the marvelous horizon all around you.
• Continue trekking along the difficult roads to reach Shergaon and Oriya village.
• Enjoy a delicious lunch and start the descend from Guru Shikhar to complete your trek.

• Make your vacation a special one with this thrilling heritage walk in Ajmer.
• Start your tour with a visit to Dargah Sharif-tomb which is a major pilgrimage destination.
• Explore the  Adhai-din-ka-jhonpra, which was a Jain Temple and converted to a mosque by  Qutubuddin Aibak.
• Meet the local people and enjoy a talk with them over a cup of tea.
• Conclude your tour and head back home with lots of memories.

About the activity:

• Start your journey from St. Marys School in Mount Abu and embark on this spectacular 8 hour trekking expedition.
• Enjoy the day trekking through the Famous tiger path which offers some spectacular opportunities to spot wild animals and explore the nature.
• If your lucky enough you can spot some wild animals around if not tigers.
• Witness the diversified flora and fauna during the to Mount Abu– get ready to be astonished with the scenic appeal and the tranquility of this entire place.

• Start your walking tour of Jaipur from Golcha Cinema near New gate either at 8:00 AM or 4:00 PM.
• Two and a half hours of walking leads you to watch umpteen number of prehistoric buildings and attractions of Jaipur.
• Chowkries are the prominent tourist spot where you can see a large crowd busy in trading activities.
• Stride through the Havelis, temples, buildings and craft areas to see the uniqueness of Rajasthan's architecture and cultural heritage.
• Enjoy an interactive tour by observing the local communities and listen to some exciting stories about the city.
• Have tea or coffee or snacks in between as a refreshment and continue walking to recognize the wonderful monuments too.
• Reach Rajasthan School of Arts to get overwhelmed by the artistic talents of Rajasthan and your tour concludes.

About the Activity:

• Join this fascinating tour of the Pink City, as you walk from Hawa Mahal at around 4:30 am for a unique guided private tour. 
• The tour takes you through various markets and beautiful temple, the tour will also help you to expand your knowledge of the local cuisine.
• Visit a 150 years old private residence and join the family for a cup of tea in their beautifully decorated drawing room.
• Sample a large variety of Indian snacks like Samosa, Kachories and try some of the local sweets like Mal Pua and Rabri .
• Visit a deserted historic Haveli decked with superb frescos and walk through the local markets and see the colorful traditional dresses.
• The tour ends opposite the Hawa Mahal in Jaipur.
  

Explore a wide variety of cuisines of India in its kitchens, know what you are eating and learn to cook Indian meals on your next holidays to this heritage land-Jaipur. Indian cooking involves a simple process to prepare any meal, mostly steaming, barbequing, and boiling. Rajasthani cuisine is an art form, which is unique in itself. It is influenced by many factors that make it distinct from other cuisines. And, the best possible way to experience the various influences on the cuisine is to indulge yourself in preparing. It will be an unforgettable memory for you!!

Indulge in this one of a kind private cooking classes in the Pink City to learn an authentic cooking style at a local home. The classes cover both classic dishes and local Rajasthani menus which can be vegetarian or non-vegetarian.

You can choose from:

Cooking classes followed by dinner(Cooking + Dinner)
In this, you will learn the method of preparation of Indian meals with some popular dishes. And after that, fill your tummy with a mouthwatering dinner. This will be an amazing and unique experience for culinary enthusiasts.
Time Duration- 2 to 2.5 hours

From sourcing to plating(Cooking + Dinner + Market Visit)
Visit the local market to collect spices and vegetables and return home with the raw material. After that, light up the Charcoal Tandoor and Indian Chulha made up of clay for cooking delicious dishes on these two things. You will feel the difference by smelling the flavor of the smoke of charcoal and wood, which are absorbed by the food. Also, you can learn the use of different spices in food and about their medical benefits. Later on, enjoy it at dinner.
Time Duration- 3 to 3.5 hours

From sourcing to plating(Cooking + Dinner + Market Visit ) (Including Indian Liquor/beer or wine)
This will include the market visit to collect the ingredients and cook the food on your own. After preparing the food, enjoy dinner with a glass of Indian beer or wine.
Time Duration- 3 to 3.5 hours

Only dinner with the family
Enjoy dinner with a local family that included authentic Rajasthani cuisine followed by drinks and sweets.
Time Duration- 2 to 2.5 hours

Menu for veg/non-veg Indian thali cooking demo and dinner:
Starter/Welcome drink- Traditional Indian drink- Cold drink, Lime juice or Rose, Khus or other Indian flavors Sharbat. Hot drink - Tomato or Mix veg soup. 
Starters- Onion, Potato, Cauliflower, Spinach, Lentils, Peas – Pakoras (fritters) or Potato Balls or Mini Samosa or Chicken Tikka or Fish Tikka. 
Main course- Daal (Lentil) – Mix daal includes different varieties of daal cooked together with different styles like – Daal Fry, Daal Tadka, and Daal Makhni. 
Chicken in Gravy- Kadhai Chicken or Handi Chicken. 
Vegetable in Gravy(any 1) – Panner (Cottage cheese), Gatta, Rajma (Red Kidney Beans) or seasonal Green vegetables. 
Vegetable Dry(any 1) – Mix Vegetables, Seasonal vegetables. 
Rice- Plain Rice or Jeera Rice or Veg Pulav.
Curd- Boondi Raita, Pickle, Vegetable Salad, lahsun and coriander leaves chatni.
Indian Bread- Tawa Chapatti or Parantha or Puri or Corn flour bread. 
Sweets- Suji and Wheat Flour Halwa or Kheer or Gunjiyan or sewaiyaan.

How to reach?
The classes will be conducted in Pachkodia, Jaipur. You can easily get public and private transportation to reach the location.

Timings- In between 11:00 am to 6:00 pm

Note:
Min 2 people are required to book this activity.