Udaipur

Udaipur, the City of Lakes is arguably Rajasthan’s most romantic destination. Palace hotels rise from the water, boat rides drift past illuminated ghats, and the old city climbs in warm stone terraces above Lake Pichola. We include Udaipur in our 7 day Golden Triangle with Udaipur tour and the extended 8 day tour with Jodhpur for travellers who want to experience both the lakes and the blue city.

From Udaipur, the onward journey to Jodhpur is a scenic half-day drive through Rajasthan’s open plateau a road trip in itself. Many of our guests also combine Udaipur with the sacred town of Pushkar, easily reached on the way back towards Jaipur. Between the sightseeing, set aside time to savour the city’s lakeside flavours, from traditional dal baati churma to rooftop dinners with a view, with our Udaipur food guide pointing you to the best spots. For lazy afternoons, the city’s rooftop cafes in Udaipur offer dreamy lake views alongside great coffee. And no visit is complete without browsing the bazaars for miniature paintings, silver jewellery, and handloom textiles, all covered in our guide to shopping in Udaipur. With its shimmering lakes, palace reflections, and golden-hour rooftops, Udaipur is a dream for photographers, and our guide to the best photography spots in Udaipur shows you exactly where to point your lens.