Destination
Udaipur Holidays
Romance and natural charm
Udaipur goes by many monikers. Depending who you ask, it’s the White City of India, the Kashmir of Rajasthan, or the Venice of the east.
Regardless of which title takes the crown, it’s the latter that gives the game away. Udaipur is pulled up right next to the shore of Lake Pichola – a glittering freshwater expanse built by Pichhu Banjara in 1362, under Maharana Lakha Singh’s reign.
Stretching three miles across, it’s framed by distant green hills and pearl-white Rajput-era palaces that peer over the water’s edge. The City Palace is the largest in all of Rajasthan, and made up of some 12 intricate structures painstakingly built over a period of 400 years.
The palace sits on the eastern shore of the lake, which otherwise calm surface is rippled by the odd passing boat, and punctuated by islands like Jag Niwas. Better known as the setting of Udaipur’s exquisite Lake Palace, it floats ethereally in the water. View it from one of the surrounding ghats at sunset and you’ll wonder why you didn’t visit sooner.
Destination Highlights
Essential Information
- Time Zone GMT +5.5 hours
- Currency INR - Indian Rupee
- Visa Information British citizens are required to obtain a visa from the Indian embassy prior to arrival.
- Language Hindi and English are widely spoken.
- Health Information Some vaccinations are recommended when travelling to certain areas in India. Please contact your GP for vaccination requirements.
Top Tips from our Experts
Claire
Destination Specialist
"Make sure you take a rowing boat across the lake to the Lake Palace, at sunset it's very serene and calm moment, depending who you're with it has huge potential of being very romantic."
Great sample itineraries
Here's a selection of popular itineraries to give you some ideas. But almost anything's possible so call us now and we'll create an amazing holiday just for you.
Luxury Rajasthan Tour
Guide Price £5,369 pp
Experience the magic of Rajasthan in the luxury of elegant palaces or early royal residences, which are managed by Taj and Oberoi - the epitome of outstanding service and traditional hospitality. During the day you can explore forts, museums, local...
City holidays
Classic Rajasthan and Nepal Tour
Guide Price £2,679 pp
Soak up the history and wonder of Rajasthan's romantic temples and palaces. Then head to Nepal and experience it's capital Kathmandu, one of the world's oldest cities, full of culture and charm. Take in the mountain panoramas of the Annapurna...
City holidays
Grand Tour of Northern India
Guide Price £3,419 pp
This extraordinary tour doesn't leave any stone unturned. You'll see all of northern India's famous sights, palaces and temples, take in the natural scenery and local life on a boat tour, stop at a beautiful Ghost City and visit a...
Escorted tours
India's Golden Triangle with Rajasthan Tour
Guide Price £1,699 pp
This private tour allows you to experience the Golden Triangle historic sites before visiting India's most romantic cities and the glorious palaces of Rajasthan. Unveil intricate buildings built into the hills, stunning lakes and rugged fortresses, which tell their incredible...
Escorted tours
