Udaipur is one of the best places to visit in Rajasthan in case of a relaxing and culturally enriching holiday. The City of Lakes, Udaipur, is replete with stunning palaces, picturesque lakes, mountains, ancestral villages and nature escapes that are off the radar, and thus a perfect mix of history and peace. Udaipur with its royal charm, old-world traditions, artisans communities and beautiful countryside suits those travellers who would prefer a leisurely meaningful travel moment. Use Chetram Holidays to book your Udaipur tour packages from Hyderabad so that you can have the best accommodation options, pre-planned sightseeing, good transportation and assistance during your trip.
You have flown in to Udaipur after your stay in Hyderabad and then get into your hotel to check in relaxingly. Then have a rest and go out to see the City Palace, a masterpiece of Rajput architecture that overlooks Lake Pichola. Stroll through its lavish courtyards, mirror-lined rooms, balconies and royal museums where the centuries of Mewar tradition are alive. Following the palace visit, proceed towards Sajjangarh Monsoon Palace that is situated at a hill top. Now, you are able to have a panoramic view of the lakes of Udaipur, old city and hills around it. Where time permits, just go to Sajjangarh Wildlife Sanctuary a few miles away where you can take a walk in the forest on the forest trails. Go back to your hotel and have a soothing dinner and stay.
Breakfast and then depart for Shilpgram, a lovely village arts centre on the western outskirts of Udaipur. It is a land that takes you back to the traditional ways of life of Rajasthan, Gujarat, Maharashtra and Goa with their mud huts, craft stalls and live artisan workshops. Visit the web of handwoven fabrics, pottery, terracotta statues, miniature paintings and wooden works of the local talents. Another famous attraction of Shilpgram is the open air amphitheatre where folk music is performed, some of which are Ghoomar, Kalbelia and Manganiyar musical evenings. You can also have a simple meal in the village style that is cooked on the wood fire. Having had a culturally enriching experience, go back to Udaipur and have a night.
Start your day with a very early visit to Fateh Sagar Lake which is among the most picturesque lakes in Udaipur. The sunrise breeze is also cool and thus more refreshing. Break in a cafe, located at the lakeside, then board a boat on a trip to Nehru Garden, an island garden, fountains and quiet walk paths. Then see Saheliyon Ki Bari, an old garden constructed by the royal maidens and full of pools of lotus, marble fountains and shaded lawns. In case of interest in cars, you can visit the Vintage Car Museum, where you can find ancient and rare luxury cars that were used by the Mewar kings. In the evening, you can go sightseeing and then go to your hotel to have dinner and rest.
Go out in the morning after breakfast in a boat to visit Jag Mandir, a historic island palace with serene waters. Venture into its marble courtyards, gardens and great entrance flanked by cut elephants. After the visit, take the time in the afternoon to go sightseeing in the lanes of the Old City of Udaipur. These are tiny lanes that are crowded with mini art ateliers, cafes on roofs, temples, and colorful textile stores. Finish off your day with the Dharohar Folk Dance Show at Bagore Ki Haveli and watch the dancers, musicians and puppeteers as they perform the cultural beauty of Rajasthan. Go back to your hotel and sleep.
To make a two-hour journey to Kumbhalgarh Fort, which is among the most impressive hill forts in Rajasthan, it is best to start early. The second largest among the other walls, having a 36-kilometre-long wall, only second to the Great Wall of China, the fort provides steep climbs and old gateways and views across vast forests. Once you have seen the fort, go to Ranakpur Jain Temple, a masterpiece made of pure white marble. A perfect illustration of the antique craftsmanship is the 1,444 carved and carved pillars that are inlaid with exquisite designs in the temple. The Mewar ride back to Udaipur via the Aravalli forest is also picturesque. In the evening you may go back to your hotel.
Start the day with a drive to the Bahubali Hill which is one of the most beautiful sunrise hikes in the vicinity of Udaipur. It will take you a little climb where you will be offered a breathtaking view of Badi Lake engulfed in green hills. Take a little latent time to admire the sight, and then go down. When you are up there, go to Badi Lake itself, a quiet place where you can sit back and have a stroll along short walks in nature. There are even local cafes in the countryside that are located around the lake. In the afternoon, go to Tiger Lake, which is a smaller man-made lake with beautiful landscapes and gives picturesque moments to take pictures and take rest. In the evening go back to your hotel.
After breakfast, drive to Jaisamand Lake which is the second largest artificial lake in Asia. The blue water is very huge and the islands and the hills around it make it a peaceful place that is not in the bustle of the city. Take a boat ride or visit some of the local tribal villages. On the return, visit the heritage village of Delwara where there are ancient temples, stepwells and old restored mansions. Take a stroll through the small streets and pass through stone-built houses that are hundreds of years old. Go back to Udaipur in the evening and have your last dinner in this city.
On the last day, go to the Karni Mata Temple by a ropeway, have a morning blessing and a panoramic sight of Udaipur. Then visit the Hathipole Market which is one of the oldest markets in the city with juttis, handmade textiles, paintings and local snacks. Following lunch in a heritage restaurant, you can fly back to Hyderabad and this will be the conclusion of your wonderful Udaipur trip.
