Rajasthan
Shekhawati — Rajasthan's Open-Air Gallery
The quiet, offbeat corner north of Jaipur where merchant families covered whole towns in frescoes. Slow days among painted havelis, staying in a converted castle or two.
Highlights
- The painted havelis of Nawalgarh and Mandawa
- Fatehpur's Nadine Le Prince cultural centre
- A heritage stay in a converted fort or castle
- Village cycle ride and a local thali lunch
Day by day
- 1
Jaipur / Delhi → Mandawa
Drive into the Shekhawati region (approx. 3–4 hrs from Jaipur, 5–6 from Delhi). Check in to a heritage haveli hotel; evening walk through Mandawa's frescoed lanes.
- 2
Mandawa & Fatehpur
A guided haveli walk in Mandawa, then Fatehpur for the restored Nadine Le Prince haveli and its art. Afternoon at leisure at the hotel.
- 3
Nawalgarh & Dundlod
Nawalgarh's Poddar and Morarka havelis and the bazaar, and the Dundlod fort-palace. Optional short cycle ride through the fields and a village lunch.
- 4
Depart
Drive back to Jaipur or Delhi for your onward flight or train, or continue into the rest of Rajasthan.
What's included
- 3 nights heritage haveli / fort hotels with breakfast
- Private air-conditioned car with driver throughout
- Local guide for the haveli walks in Mandawa, Fatehpur and Nawalgarh
- One village cycle ride and thali lunch
Not included
- Flights or train fare
- Haveli and museum entry fees
- Camera charges
- Meals not listed
Prices are indicative “from” rates per person on twin sharing, land only, and vary with season, hotel category and group size. Send an enquiry for a firm quote on your dates.
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