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# Colorful Rajasthan Tour with Private Driver in Northern India

> A three-week private-driver road trip through Rajasthan, based out of Delhi, taking in maharaja palace hotels, desert landscapes, lakes, and wildlife reserves. The tour highlights the region's rich culture, royal heritage, and spectacular scenery.

## Destination
Rajasthan, India, with a base in Delhi; key stops include Udaipur, Deogarh, Jodhpur, and Ranthambore.

## Getting there
Traveled by private air-conditioned SUV with experienced local driver Ashok from Delhi into Rajasthan and back; booked through Swiss India specialist Intens Travel.

## When to go
The author visited in May, describing conditions as hot but dry.

## Why visit
Rajasthan offers a compelling mix of grand maharaja palaces, desert landscapes, camels, vibrant culture, traditions, food, and wildlife — a destination long romanticized through stories of India's rich heritage.

## What to see
- **Red Fort, Old Delhi** — A historic monument in Old Delhi visited at the start of the trip to explore Indian history and culture.
- **Lake Pichola, Udaipur** — Scenic lake in the heart of Udaipur, famously associated with the James Bond film Octopussy.
- **City Palace, Udaipur** — Historic royal palace standing on the banks of Lake Pichola in Udaipur.
- **Fort Mehrangarh, Jodhpur** — Major heritage fort visited as one of several Rajasthan highlights.
- **Ranthambore Tiger Reserve** — Wildlife reserve included among the Rajasthan itinerary stops.

## What to do
- **Stay at Oberoi Udaivilas** — Luxury heritage hotel on Lake Pichola featuring courtyards, frescoes, semi-private pools, and fine local and international cuisine.
- **Stay at Samode Palace / Deogarh Mahal** — Heritage luxury palace hotels featured as overnight stops on the tour.
- **Explore Delhi bazaars** — Wandering the markets of Delhi to experience Indian street culture before heading into Rajasthan.

## Good to know
The tour was arranged through Intens Travel, an India specialist operator based in Switzerland. Rajasthan Tourism provides an official resource for trip planning.