Jaipur
Jaipur, the fabled Pink City, turns a luxury trip into a cinematic journey of color, texture, and royal nostalgia. Begin at Rambagh Palace or the Rajmahal Palace, where peacock-filled gardens, marble corridors, and scented courtyards set a regal tone. Sip masala chai on a terrace at sunrise as the city glows rose-gold.
Dedicate a morning to the Amber Fort, arriving early by private car to wander mirrored halls and frescoed courtyards before the crowds. Pair it with a stop at Jaigarh Fort, whose ramparts reveal sweeping Aravalli views. Later, explore City Palace, an oasis of latticed balconies and museum rooms displaying silk robes, armory, and crystal chandeliers; book an exclusive guide to access quieter royal quarters.
Pause at Hawa Mahal for that iconic façade, then escape into Johari Bazaar’s lanes to browse kundan jewelry and hand-block-printed textiles, ending at a refined boutique like Teatro Dhora. At sunset, head to Nahargarh Fort for cocktails overlooking an ocean of twinkling lights.
Evenings in Jaipur are for slow indulgence: dine at Baradari or 1135 AD, tasting laal maas and delicate ghevar under stone arches. Reserve a private yoga session on a palace lawn, then unwind with an Ayurvedic spa ritual using rose and sandalwood oils.
End your stay with a visit to Galta Ji’s temple complex and the luminous Birla Mandir, leaving Jaipur wrapped in the memory of incense, sandstone, and starlit terraces.