Rajasthan in February

[buttercup]

My fiance and I are planning a trip to Rajasthan in February. We are thinking about three weeks, with at least two weeks being in India. He has been to India before, after college, and wants to make this trip special- ie. not so much cost conscious. We want to stay in some of the palaces that have been converted into hotels among other things. We also want to do a private tour for the two of us during out stay since we have declared that renting a car would be close to insane, but we are not interested in a tour group.

So to start the questions:

What food experiences should we seek out? What places to stay or eat are incredible or not to be missed? Really, anything anyone has to offer is much appreciated.

I am so excited about this trip! I have wanted to go to India for so many years and now I have my super sweet future hubby that wants to take me

Thank you for your feedback!

[Episure]

You shouldnt miss the Desert Festival, Jaisalmer 21-23rd Feb, 2005

Narayan Niwas Palace

Hotel Rangmahal

travelnotes

And above all dont forget to take a camel safari of at least 2 nights in the desert.

[deliad]

If you go to Jaipur then you must eat at Lakshmi Mishthaan Bhandaar, popularly known as LMB. Food is a little rich but very tasty.

[Matthew Grant]

I'm also going to be in there in February for 3 weeks. My stops include Delhi, Jaipur, Ranthambore, Agra, Kota, Udaipur, Jodphur, Jaisalner, Bikaner and Mandawa. Any recommendations in those areas much appreciated.

Incidentally, I think I have saved maybe £2000 for two of us by booking this holiday through a Indian Government approved travel agent and not using a pre packaged holiday, we are staying at several converted hotels alongside a few nights in more luxurious places as a specail treat and have hired a driver for the full 3 weeks . PM me if you want further details of the sorts of places we are staying in and approximate prices.

Edited October 23, 2004 by Matthew Grant (log)

[buttercup]

Thank you so much everyone for your advice. I am very much looking forward to this trip and any guidance is sure to help in making it even more enjoyable!

Best to all.

[da_coolestofall]

Do not miss eating "daal-baati", its a baked dumpling with lentils served on the side. A whole lot of clarified butter is pured on top. A regional speciality. Also try if possible "patra"