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At Much Better Adventures, we work hard to accommodate dietary requirements and allergies so your trip is safe, inclusive, and enjoyable. That said, options can vary by country, location, and lodging, and in some places, options may be limited or unavailable. The information below has been provided by your host so you’re fully informed about what will be possible on your trip depending on your individual requirements. This information should be read carefully before your trip to ensure that you are adequately prepared for the situation ‘on the ground’.

Once you have booked your trip, please fill out your passenger information form ASAP with any dietary requirements. Once you complete your passenger information, your dietary needs and any allergies are automatically shared with your host and, in turn, your guide. Please submit this as early as possible so they can plan accordingly and deliver the best experience. Please also remind your guide about your dietary requirements upon arrival, as mentioning these in person allows your guide to comprehend individual preferences and limitations as soon as you arrive.

BACKGROUND

Rajasthan's cuisine is shaped by its arid desert landscape and a strong Hindu and Jain cultural heritage, both of which historically limited the availability of fresh produce and discouraged meat consumption in many communities. The result is a largely vegetarian culinary tradition built around lentils, dried pulses, flatbreads, and dairy, with spicing that reflects centuries of trade along caravan routes. This generally makes the region more accommodating than most for vegetarians and vegans, though travelers with gluten or legume intolerances may find the staple ingredients harder to avoid.

SPECIAL DIETS

Vegetarian
Vegetarian diets can be catered for on this trip, provided that your host is made aware in advance.

Vegan
Vegan diets can be catered for on this trip, provided that your host is made aware in advance.

Kosher
Fully certified Kosher kitchens and supervision are rare and usually cannot be guaranteed unless expressly confirmed in advance by your host. Vegetarian or vegan options can often be the most reliable alternative if this is acceptable to you. Please read the related sections above.

Halal
Certified Halal supply varies by location and may not always be possible. Vegetarian or vegan options can often be the most reliable alternative if this is acceptable to you. Please read the related sections above.

INTOLERANCES

Gluten-free (for Celiac, please see Allergies section below)
Gluten-free diets can be catered for on this trip, provided that your host is made aware in advance.

Lactose-free
Lactose-free diets can be catered for on this trip, provided that your host is made aware in advance.

ALLERGIES

Our host has confirmed that they are able to accommodate mild allergies to the 14 allergens identified by the UK Food Standards Agency, where these are disclosed in advance. However, if you have a severe or life-threatening food allergy, please get in touch with our Customer Experience team prior to booking, to discuss whether your requirements can be accommodated safely on this trip. This will allow us to carefully consider the sensitivity and severity of your allergy, the available provisions on the trip, and the accessibility of medical care should a reaction occur. Your safety is always our top priority. Please note that when traveling overseas, local ingredients, food preparation methods, and labeling standards may vary, particularly in remote areas. It is also worth noting that any allergies may result in more limited options and repetitive provision in some areas. While your guide will help communicate dietary requirements where possible, customers remain responsible for managing their own allergies during the trip.

Tap water in India is generally not safe for consumption. It's best to stick to filtered and bottled water, which will be provided at hotels. You can also use a water filter. Ice is usually made from untreated tap water, so it is recommended not to accept drinks with ice in.

Throughout the trip, all major logistics, including train travel, transfers, and internal flights, are arranged for you and managed by your local guide. Train journeys generally run smoothly and on time. Traffic in larger cities such as Delhi, Jaipur, and Udaipur can build up, causing some delays, but this will be factored into your timings for the day. In the event of any unforeseen delays, your local guide will make adjustments to the schedule and keep you informed. Overall, traveling in India can feel busy and fast-paced at times, but this is all part of the experience and an opportunity to embrace the energy and spontaneity of the country.

You will have an expert, English-speaking local guide throughout your trip, who will coordinate activities, lodging and share insights into the places you visit. In addition, you will be joined by specialist activity guides for key experiences, including the Agra cycling tour, yoga in Agra, birdwatching in Keoladeo National Park, the Jaipur cooking demonstration and cycling tour, the Nahargarh Fort hike, Chandelao village visit, the Narlai leopard safari, and hiking in the Aravalli Hills. At your lodgings, there will also be staff on hand to assist with any questions and ensure you have everything you need. Overall, customer service in Rajasthan is of a very high standard, particularly in the hotels featured on this trip.

Since this trip starts and ends in different cities, it will not be possible to store any luggage. However, your luggage will be transported from location to location, so you need not worry about carrying it long distances.

We have selected some of the best heritage properties available in these cities, all of which are 5-star hotels offering a high level of service. As a result, many are popular venues for weddings. In India, weddings are often large-scale celebrations with many guests, and it is not uncommon for entire hotels to be reserved for the occasion. Your host will always do their best to secure our first-choice hotels. However, in the event that these are unavailable, any alternative properties offered will be of a similarly high standard.

In a country of over 1 billion people, its major cities are naturally busy. A trip to Rajasthan would not be complete without visits to Delhi, Agra, and Jaipur, but we have selected quieter areas where possible and planned visits at less busy times of day. We have also balanced time in these cities with time in nature and rural settings, including Keoladeo National Park, Chandelao, and Narlai, to offer a broader perspective on Rajasthan’s landscapes and way of life.

At Much Better Adventures, we are strong advocates for responsible wildlife experiences that allow travelers to observe animals safely and respectfully. In some popular wildlife destinations, high visitor numbers can place pressure on ecosystems and affect animal behavior. We have chosen not to include Ranthambore National Park on this itinerary, where there are well-documented concerns around overcrowding and vehicle pressure around tiger sightings. Instead, we focus on lesser-known wildlife locations that offer more responsible viewing conditions. There will still be plenty of opportunities to observe wildlife throughout the trip, including at Keoladeo National Park, during leopard safaris in Narlai, and while hiking in the Aravalli Hills.

This trip features two main wildlife-focused experiences, with additional opportunities to spot wildlife on hikes and bike rides throughout the journey. On Day 4, you’ll visit Keoladeo National Park for a cycle rickshaw tour and the chance to see some of the 370+ bird species that call the park home, including storks, herons and potentially the endangered Pallas’s Sea Eagle. On Days 8 and 9, you’ll head out on leopard safari drives around Narlai in the Godwar region. As these are wild animals, sightings can never be guaranteed, but there is a good chance of spotting a leopard during one of the drives. Both Keoladeo National Park and the Godwar region are lesser-visited wildlife areas, offering a more peaceful and authentic way to experience Rajasthan’s natural landscapes.

Salaam Baalak Trust is an award-winning Indian non-profit dedicated to supporting street and working children. Co-founded in 1988 using proceeds from the acclaimed film Salaam Bombay!, the organization provides shelter, education, and healthcare to vulnerable children living on the streets of Delhi. They offer tours led by adults who were previously supported by the Trust, helping to raise funds for the organization while also providing valuable training and skills that can support future career opportunities.

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All of our group adventures are specially designed for adults to enjoy as we want these adventures to bring together outdoorsy people who are truly like-minded. You must be over 18 to join one of our trips.

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Our trips typically consist of a mix of solo travelers and small groups of 2 or 3 friends, with most in their 30s-50s.

Our sociable adventures are solo-friendly by design and naturally attract outdoorsy people with a shared mindset; a love for adventure, a desire to push themselves, and meet awesome, like-minded people along the way.

It’s this camaraderie that has so often turned a great adventure into a life-changing one.

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Rajasthan is usually warm and dry for most of the year. Winter (December–February) offers the coolest temperatures, with daytime highs in the low 70s°F. March gets warmer, with highs of around 86°F.

April to July sees temperatures in the mid to high 90s°F (over 100°F), so we do not run trips during these months, as the activities we offer are not suited to this climate.

August and September have average daily highs in the low 90s°F and are the wettest months of the year, with high humidity during the monsoon season. Rain showers are usually short-lived, however, and the landscape is at its greenest, making this a great time to visit if you’re comfortable with the heat and humidity.

In November, temperatures begin to drop, with daily highs around 80°F.

Typically, the second half of this itinerary is a few degrees warmer than the first, as you travel further south.