This morning proceed for a half day tour of Amber Fort. For an experience that is truly royal, visitors can reach the fort through snaking pathways on elephant back. Later visit the City Palace and Jantar Mantar-the astronomical observatory. The palace has an extensive collection of art, carpets, enamelware and old weapons. The Jantar Mantar was built by Maharaja Jai Singh in 1728, a testament of his passion for astronomy. Also visit the five story façade of the Hawa Mahal, or Palace of the Winds. Famous for its honeycomb like structure, the Hawa Mahal is interplay of red and pink sand stone, and was built originally for the women of the royal household to watch the everyday life and processions of the city. Overnight at Jaipur.

In the morning drive to the imposing walled city of Bikaner. Bikaner has many magnificent buildings made of reddish pink sandstone that transcends the surrounding barren wilderness. Bikaner has been able to preserve its traditional aura of the medieval era. Overnight stay.

Morning excursion to Deshnok, to visit the Karni Mata temple. This 600 year old temple is dedicated to Karni Mata, a famous mystic of her times, believed to be an incarnation of goddess Durga. There are plenty of rats scurrying here, fed by devotees, owing to the belief that these rodents will be reincarnated as holy men. Further drive to Jaisalmer. Arrive by late evening and check in to your hotel. Overnight at Jaisalmer.

In the morning your city sightseeing tour will include the Jaisalmer fort. Visit some of the countless havelis spread across Jaisalmer, which are reputed as the city's real showpieces. In the evening you will visit the Sam Sand Dunes of the Thar Desert a great place to see patterns carved out by winds on the sand. Experience an unforgettable camel ride through the dunes at sunset. Overnight at Jaisalmer.