Begin your morning with a journey through the ages: stand before the majestic Red Fort, admire the domes of Jama Masjid, and meander through the sensory explosion of Chandni Chowk. Later, admire the stone poetry of Qutub Minar and soak in the colonial grandeur of Lutyens’ Delhi. After lunch, drive to Agra — the city of eternal love — and settle into your hotel for the night.

Wake early for an unforgettable encounter with the Taj Mahal at sunrise — a vision of white marble perfection glowing in the morning light. Later, delve into Mughal power at the grand Agra Fort before setting off through the countryside to Jaipur. As you arrive in the Pink City, check into your hotel and rest for a day of regal discoveries ahead.

Begin your Jaipur experience with a visit to the majestic Amber Fort, rising like a dream above the Maota Lake. Explore its ornate halls and secret passages. Continue to the City Palace — a royal residence turned museum — and the fascinating astronomical instruments at Jantar Mantar. Don’t miss a photo opportunity at the whimsical Hawa Mahal, with its honeycombed façade. The day ends with local shopping or optional cultural activities.

Drive westward into the arid beauty of Rajasthan toward Jodhpur, the Blue City. As the desert begins to dominate the landscape, arrive at your hotel and unwind. In the evening, take a stroll through Sardar Market, where spices, textiles, and handicrafts await in a colorful swirl of Rajasthani life.

This morning, scale the heights of Mehrangarh Fort, one of India’s grandest citadels, perched on a rocky cliff. Discover the royal museum, weaponry, and panoramic views of the blue cityscape. Visit the ethereal Jaswant Thada memorial and the opulent Umaid Bhawan Palace. Spend the rest of the day shopping, relaxing, or enjoying a traditional dinner.

After breakfast, journey into the hills to Kumbhalgarh, home to Rajasthan’s most dramatic fort. Check into your resort, and then explore the vast ramparts of Kumbhalgarh Fort — its 36-km wall guarding palaces, temples, and jungle-clad ridges. As the sun sets, enjoy a quiet evening amidst the tranquility of the Aravalli ranges.

Set out early for the long but scenic drive to Jaisalmer, where the desert opens into sweeping vistas and golden sands. Arrive in the Golden City and check into your hotel. In the evening, take a gentle walk near the illuminated fort or visit the nearby Gadisar Lake — the desert’s oasis.

Explore Jaisalmer’s architectural treasures: the living Jaisalmer Fort with its Jain temples, the ornate Patwon Ki Haveli, and Salim Singh’s serpentine-roofed mansion. After lunch, drive to the Sam Sand Dunes. Here, embark on a camel safari across the dunes, witness a fiery desert sunset, and enjoy a night of folk music, dance, and dinner at a traditional desert camp.

After breakfast, check out and transfer to Jaisalmer Airport. As your magical Rajasthan odyssey concludes, carry with you a trove of memories — of majestic forts, royal cities, and the soul-stirring beauty of the desert.