Three-day getaway in Mewari (Delwara)
A three-day getaway to Delwara, Rajasthan, to discover its unique heritage and authentic rural life.
Delwara is a village nestled in the heart of the Aravalli Mountains, just thirty kilometers from Udaipur, Rajasthan’s romantic city of lakes. Although Delwara is surprisingly little-known, it was once a major spiritual center and a renowned place of learning for the future rulers of Mewar; its thousands of Hindu temples and hundreds of Jain derasar earned it the name “city of the gods.”
We offer a two-day getaway in and around this ancient city to discover its rich heritage, including ancestral Jain temples, ancient residences, and artisan shops.
The countryside around Delwara is home to many typical villages, largely inhabited by the Gaari community, goat herders. We’ll meet them (by bike or tuk-tuk) and discover their traditional adobe houses from another era.
For reasons of exclusivity and respectful tourism, the names of the villages are not mentioned. You’ll discover them as you travel with us!
Best time for this tour: during the monsoon season (July-August) for its lush landscapes, and from October to March.
Programme
1st day: Udaipur – Delwara (Heritage Walk & Trek)
Drive from Udaipur to Delwara (30 min.). You will then explore the city of Delwara accompanied by a cultural guide.
- You will visit several places of worship, including two ancient Jain temples and the city’s old havelis. You will also meet Delwara’s artisans and friendly locals.
- After a traditional lunch at a guesthouse, you will take a short trek to the hunting tower in the surrounding hills.
- Return to Delwara and enjoy a Rajasthani dinner over an open fire.
- Overnight in a farmhouse guesthouse or in a 5-star hotel.
Day 2: Bike or Rickshaw ride in the surrounding villages
On this second day, you will discover rural life around Delwara (by bicycle or rickshaw).
- You will stop in several villages home to old mud houses and ancient temples. You will meet the Gaaris and Bhils and spend some time with them. Lunch (picnic) will be enjoyed by a peaceful lake.
- Return to Delwara and enjoy a Rajasthani dinner over an open fire.
- Overnight stay in a farmhouse guesthouse or in a 5-star hotel.
Day 3: Return to Udaipur
Return to Udaipur.
- Along the way, you’ll visit the ancient 11th-century Sas Bahu temples and the Eklingji Hindu temple, dedicated to Shiva, patron saint of the Udaipur royal family.
- We’ll drop you off at your hotel.
END OF THE TRIP WITH US! NAMASKARAM!
The price indicated above is an estimate. As we only offer tailor-made services, this budget depends on several factors (choice of services, number of people, type of car, time of year, inflation, etc.); the final price is that of your personalized (free) quote obtained after an in-depth discussion with you.
THIS STAY INCLUDES:
- All meals (traditional)
- All transportation by Innova Crysta car with private driver (all expenses included)
- English-speaking guide for the entire stay
- 2-hour heritage walk in the city of Delwara
- 2-hour trek around Delwara
- Rural tour by bike or rickshaw around Delwara
- 24/7 concierge service, we are in constant contact with you.
THE TRIP PRICE DOES NOT INCLUDE:
- Hotels (choice between a guesthouse or 5-star hotel)
- International flights
- Domestic flights
- Visa fees
- Travel insurance (mandatory)
- Any arrangements not included in the program that result in additional costs
- All personal expenses.
- Tips.
- Anything not listed in “included”
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