Day 1: Arrival in Jaipur – Transfer to Samode

• Arrive in Jaipur, transfer to Samode Village (approx. 1.5 hrs).

• Explore Samode Palace, local village walk, and cultural interactions.

• Overnight stay in a heritage hotel.
  

  Why Visit Samode?

  • Less crowded than major cities like Jaipur.

  • Perfect for romantic getaways, heritage travel, and offbeat experiences.

  • Easily accessible (approx. 42 km) from Jaipur.

Day 2: Samode to Shekhawati (Mandawa / Nawalgarh)

• Drive to the Shekhawati region, known for its painted havelis and fresco art.

• Visit Mandawa Fort, explore Nawalgarh havelis, and meet local artisans.

• Overnight stay in a heritage haveli.
  

  Why Visit Mandawa & Nawalgarh?

  • Often called the "Open-Air Art Gallery of Rajasthan."

  • Perfect for heritage walks, photography, and offbeat cultural tourism.

Day 3: Shekhawati to Khimsar

• Head towards Khimsar, a lesser-known desert village with a majestic fort.

• Visit Khimsar Fort, and enjoy camel cart rides in sand dunes.

• Optional: Dinner in the desert under the stars.

• Overnight stay at Khimsar Fort.

  Why Visit Khimsar?

  • Offbeat, uncrowded, and rich in heritage.

  • Ideal for a luxury desert retreat, heritage stay, or slow travel experience.

  • Great stopover between Jodhpur and Bikaner.

Day 4: Khimsar to Osian – Desert Temples & Camp Stay

• Drive to Osian, known as the “Khajuraho of Rajasthan” for its ancient temples.

• Explore 8th–12th-century Jain and Hindu temples.

• Enjoy a camel safari and cultural performance.

• Overnight in a desert camp.
  

  Why Visit Osian?

  • Houses exquisite temples built between the 8th and 12th centuries, rich in both Hindu and Jain heritage.

  • Offers a peaceful desert experience, through quiet dunes and cultural camps away from the usual tourist trail.

  • Perfect for photographers, heritage enthusiasts, and culture seekers—this ancient oasis is a hidden gem in the heart of Thar.

Day 5: Osian to Jawai – Leopard Country

• Drive to Jawai Bandh, a hidden wildlife gem in the Aravalli hills.

• Go on a leopard safari, spot crocodiles and migratory birds.

• Experience local Rabari village culture.

• Stay in a luxury camp or eco-lodge.

  
  Why Visit Jawai?

  • Jawai is famous for its wild leopards, which roam freely among the granite hills.

  • Stay at eco-luxury camps or boutique lodges.

  • The Jawai Dam creates a peaceful lake where migratory birds and crocodiles thrive.

Day 6: Jawai to Kumbhalgarh

• Travel to Kumbhalgarh, home to the second-longest wall in the world.

• Visit Kumbhalgarh Fort, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

• Evening light and sound show (optional).

• Overnight at a boutique hotel in the hills.

  
  Why Visit Kumbhalgarh?

  • Second-longest wall in the world (after the Great Wall of China) — stretching 36 km.

  • The fort sits 1,100 meters above sea level, offering sweeping views of the Aravalli Range and surrounding forests.

  • Birthplace of Maharana Pratap, one of India’s most legendary warriors

Day 7: Kumbhalgarh to Banswara via Dungarpur

• Stop in Dungarpur to visit Udai Bilas Palace and Juna Mahal.

• Continue to Banswara, often called the “City of Hundred Islands”.

• Explore Mahi River, tribal markets, and natural caves.

• Overnight in a lakeside eco-resort.

  
  Why Visit Banswara / Dungarpur

  • Ideal for monsoon tourism: lush landscapes, water-filled dams, and natural beauty abound.

  • Banswara gets its name from the many islands on the Mahi River—a rare sight in desert-state Rajasthan.

Day 8: Departure from Udaipur

• Drive to Udaipur (approx. 3–4 hrs).

• Optional sightseeing if time permits: Sajjangarh Palace or local markets.

• Departure from Udaipur airport or railway station.

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