Jodhpur

On the edge of the Thar Desert, the ‘Blue City’ of Jodhpur was once the capital of the princely State of Marwar. The city’s fabled Mehrangarh Fort stands high over the chaotic painted houses of the old town and so overawed Rudyard Kipling that he wrote that it ‘might have been built by Titans’. From Mehrangarh, you can look across to the enormous Umaid Bhawan Palace, now a stunning Taj hotel and home to Maharaja Gaj Singh II. One of the best ways to explore Jodhpur and discover the city’s traditions and secrets is on a heritage walking tour.

Highlights

  • Admire Mehrangarh Fort
  • Embark on a heritage walking tour
  • Stay at the Umaid Bhawan Palace
  • Photograph the photogenic Blue City
  • Witness sunrise or sunset over Jodhpur
  • Experience a cycle rickshaw ride through the old city
  • Learn about Jodhpur’s famous miniature paintings
  • Take a trip into the desert

Curated Rajasthan Tours

Each Corinthian Travel holiday is a bespoke travel experience designed to meet your specific preferences and requirements. As a starting point, we have created a comprehensive selection of suggested itineraries to inspire your travel dreams. Here are some of our most popular Rajasthan holidays.