Luxury & Private Udaipur Tours 2024/2025

Romantic old-world charm, soothing lakes, and fairy-tale palaces are what draw so many visitors to Udaipur, known as the City of Lakes. It was founded in 1567, when, having grown weary of repeated attacks on the old Mewar capital of Chittaur—Chittaur is the historic name of the area, and Chittaurgarh literally means "the fort of Chittaur" - Maharana Udai Singh asked a holy sage to suggest a safe place for his new capital. The man assured Udai Singh that the new base would never be conquered if it was established on the banks of Lake Pichola, and thus was born Singh's namesake, Udaipur.

Anchoring Udaipur's Old City are the famed City Palace and Lake Palace—the latter in the middle of Lake Pichola, and now a hotel run by Taj Hotels Resorts and Palaces. The Old City itself is built on tiny hillocks and raised areas, its lanes full of twists and turns, with plenty of charming little niches to be discovered. The major landmarks in the new section are Chetak Circle, Sukhadia Circle, and Sahelion Ki Bari gardens.

Things to do in Udaipur

Nestled among the lush hills of the Aravalis, Udaipur, the ‘Venice of the East’ a beautiful old-word city, resting on Lake Pichola, is romantic and seductive. A former princely state, the city is overflowing with forts, palaces, temples and gardens dating back 500 years. The breathtaking City Palace towers over the lake, an imposing architectural gem with its abundant balconies towers and cupolas. In the centre of the lake lies the majestic Lake Palace Hotel, a 250 year old palace, seemingly floating on the water. Museums and galleries house ancient relics and modern art, whilst the bustling bazaars are teeming with handicrafts, pottery, jewellery, antiques and miniature paintings.

City Palace

Built on the banks of Lake Pichola, the City Palace in Udaipur is considered to be the largest royal complex in Rajasthan. The magnificent palace was built in the year 1559 by Maharana Uday Singh and served as the main seat of power, where the Maharajas lived and administered the kingdom from.

Jagdish Temple

Dedicated to the preserver of the universe, Lord Vishnu; the Jagdish Temple is a grand and majestic structure that stands in the City Palace Complex of the breathtaking city of Udaipur. The temple offers Beautiful carvings, numerous appealing statues and an atmosphere of serenity for seekers of solace and faith.

Boat ride in Lake Pichola

The oldest and one of the largest lakes of the city, the Lake Pichola observes lakhs of tourists because of its tranquillity and beauty. Flanked by lofty hills, heritage buildings and bathing ghats, it is a dream come true for peace and nature lovers. A visit to the Lake Pichola is incomplete without a boat ride, especially in the dawn.

Ranakpur Temples (enroute)

Tucked away in the forests of Aravalli hills, comes a place of magnificence in the form of this 15th century Jain Temple of Ranakpur. Featuring intricate designs akin to a fine piece of embroidered cloth, this temple stands as one of the most brilliant architectural monuments on the Indian subcontinent.