North India
Road Trip
The Epic 10-Day Circuit
Taj Mahal, Royal Forts, Desert Safaris, Lake Palaces. The ultimate North India journey from Delhi through Rajasthan and back.
Your Route
10 Days of Discovery
Delhi to Agra
Delhi → Yamuna Expressway → Agra- Drive via Yamuna Expressway (India's fastest highway)
- Visit Taj Mahal (arrive by noon for best light)
- Agra Fort in the afternoon
- Mehtab Bagh at sunset for Taj Mahal view
- Try Agra's famous petha and street food at Sadar Bazaar
Agra to Jaipur via Fatehpur Sikri
Agra → Fatehpur Sikri → Bharatpur → Jaipur- Morning visit to Fatehpur Sikri (Akbar's abandoned capital)
- Optional birding stop at Bharatpur (Keoladeo Sanctuary)
- Drive to Jaipur through Rajasthani countryside
- Evening walk at Nahargarh Fort for sunset over Jaipur
Jaipur Full Day
Jaipur city- Amber Fort with elephant/jeep ride (8 AM start)
- Jal Mahal photo stop
- Hawa Mahal and City Palace
- Jantar Mantar observatory
- Johari Bazaar for jewelry shopping
Jaipur to Udaipur
Jaipur → Ajmer → Chittorgarh → Udaipur- Early start (7 AM)
- Quick stop at Ajmer Dargah or Pushkar (1 hr detour)
- Lunch at Chittorgarh — quick fort visit if time permits
- Arrive Udaipur by evening
- Sunset at Fateh Sagar Lake
Udaipur Sightseeing
Udaipur city- City Palace (Rajasthan's largest palace complex)
- Boat ride on Lake Pichola to Jag Mandir
- Saheliyon Ki Bari (Garden of Maidens)
- Bagore Ki Haveli — evening dance show
- Rooftop dinner overlooking the lake
Udaipur to Jodhpur via Ranakpur
Udaipur → Ranakpur → Jodhpur- Visit Ranakpur Jain Temple (1444 marble pillars, none alike)
- Drive through Aravalli hills
- Reach Jodhpur by afternoon
- Mehrangarh Fort (one of India's largest)
- Walk through the Blue City lanes
Jodhpur to Jaisalmer
Jodhpur → Pokhran → Jaisalmer- Morning visit to Umaid Bhawan Palace Museum
- Drive through Thar Desert landscape
- Stop at Pokhran Fort (nuclear test site)
- Arrive Jaisalmer by afternoon
- Visit Jaisalmer Fort (living fort with hotels inside)
- Patwon Ki Haveli
Jaisalmer Desert Safari
Jaisalmer → Sam Sand Dunes → Jaisalmer- Morning: Gadisar Lake, Nathmal Ki Haveli
- Afternoon: Drive to Sam Sand Dunes (42 km)
- Camel ride across the Thar Desert
- Desert sunset — iconic photo opportunity
- Evening: Desert camp with folk music, dance, and dinner under stars
Jaisalmer to Bikaner to Mandawa
Jaisalmer → Bikaner → Mandawa- Early start (6 AM)
- Stop at Bikaner — visit Junagarh Fort and Karni Mata (Rat Temple)
- Lunch at Bikaner's famous Bikaneri bhujia shops
- Drive to Mandawa/Shekhawati region
- Visit painted havelis (open-air art gallery of Rajasthan)
Mandawa to Delhi
Mandawa → Jhunjhunu → Delhi- Morning walk to see more painted havelis
- Depart for Delhi after breakfast
- Drive via Jaipur-Delhi highway
- Lunch stop at Neemrana or Behror
- Reach Delhi by evening (4-5 PM)
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Travel Guides & Resources
Helpful guides for planning your North India road trip
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the total distance covered in this 10-day North India road trip?
The complete circuit covers approximately 2,300-2,500 km: Delhi→Agra (230)→Jaipur (250)→Udaipur (395)→Jodhpur (280)→Jaisalmer (280)→Bikaner (330)→Mandawa (200)→Delhi (260). Distances are approximate and vary by route.
What is the best time for a 10-day North India road trip?
October to March is ideal. November-February offers the best weather for Rajasthan (15-25°C days). Avoid April-June (extreme heat, 45°C+ in desert areas) and July-September (monsoon, some roads may be waterlogged).
Can this itinerary be customized?
Yes! Common modifications include skipping Bikaner/Mandawa and spending extra time in Udaipur or Jaisalmer, adding Pushkar/Ajmer as a full day, or extending to include Mount Abu. Call 7668570551 to customize.
Is a sedan suitable for this road trip?
Yes, all routes on this circuit are well-paved national highways. Sedan works well for 2-3 people. For families of 4+, we recommend an SUV for comfort on long daily drives of 4-8 hours.
What about hotels and meals?
Our pricing covers only the vehicle, fuel, driver, tolls, and parking. You can find hotels from ₹1,500-5,000/night in most cities. We can recommend budget to luxury options for each stop. Heritage havelis in Jaisalmer and Mandawa start from ₹2,000/night.
Is the desert camp included?
Desert camp at Sam Sand Dunes is a separate booking (₹2,000-5,000/person including dinner, folk performance, and breakfast). Our driver will take you there and pick you up. We can recommend trusted camp operators.
Begin Your Epic Journey
Sedan from ₹55,000 | SUV from ₹75,000 | Fully customizable