CRED is giving its members the perfect vacation deals on multiple luxurious properties from November 18-21 across different locations in the princely state.
With increased vaccinations and tourism opening up, winters seem like a fine time to travel across India. And nothing like a vacation to recharge you just in time to welcome the new year with renewed energy. If you are talking about winter trips within the country, there are not too many destinations that can compete with Rajasthan- the state with serene deserts, undulating dunes, stunning lakes, royal palaces and everything luxurious.
CRED is giving its members the perfect vacation deals on multiple luxurious properties from November 18-21 across different locations in the princely state. This list will give you the rundown on the places to visit, and the properties you can stay at to get the royal treatment.
Let us make it easier for you and help you plan your itinerary:
Go pink! – Popularly known as the Pink City, Jaipur is a melting pot of heritage, history, sumptuous street food and culture. A favourite of instagrammers, thanks to its architectural brilliance, Jaipur is a part of the Golden Triangle Tourist Circuit and offers you a world of opulent, well-preserved forts and palaces, and markets that will be a shopaholic’s delight. And if you are a literary enthusiast heading to the city between January and February, you can also catch the famous Jaipur Literary Festival that sees prolific writers and speakers from around the world. Don’t forget to check out Hawa Mahal and Jantar Mantar and when you are done, head to any one of the ultra-luxurious stays like Indana Palace which is the perfect marriage of ancient royalty with modern amenities, the majestic mansion of the thakurs of Alsisar at the Alsisar Haveli, the palace themed Shiv Vilas with its stunning fusion of Victorian, Persian and Mughal architecture, the jaw dropping Umaid Lake Palace located along Kalakho Lake, or The Nest in Bagru Khurd to avail of the incredible staycation offers there.
The City of Lakes- Udaipur is another unmissable city in Rajasthan. Surrounded by impressive hills that offer scenic vistas and stunning architecture with the gorgeous waters of Lake Pichola to offset it all off, Udaipur is rightfully considered one of the most romantic cities of India. Because how can love not blossom on a rooftop hotel like Ambrai or Uday Kothi on a winter afternoon, while a drink in your hand and the calm waters of Pichola to set the perfect background? Immerse in complete luxury and feel like royalty by booking a stay at the straight-out-of-a-fairytale Gajner Palace, or the opulent Aurika nestled on a private hill.
Finding the forts- Set in the sandy Thar Desert, the stunning blue city of Jodhpur is the perfect winter destination. Not to be missed there is the imposing Mehrangarh Fort perched on a hillock like the city’s sentinel. Not to forget the sight of the sun setting on the city if you are able to catch that too. The old and new parts of the city offer you an incredible cocktail of the modern and the ancient. Do check out the unmissable Umaid Bhawan Palace, Jaswant Thada, and the Masuria Hills. Use the deals offered by CRED at Radisson, Rohet Garh, and the Mihir Garh Palace for an amazing stay.
Some wildlife too!- There is no way you can come to Rajasthan and not come face-to-face with royalty, be it the stunning palaces or the imposing Bengal tigers- the star residents of Ranthambore National Park. A guided safari in an open jeep is just the thing for winters, and you will get to behold the most majestic animals like the chinkara, the sloth bear and, of course, the tigers that walk the land of the Ranthambore Tiger Reserve. When you have had your fill of the exotic wilderness steeped in history, check in to the Tigress Spa Ranthambore, Ranthambore Kothi, Juna Mahal, Nahargarh, or the Kipling Lodge for a stay befitting royalty- one that goes easy on your pocket too!
And some more- You’ve seen the tigers, it is time to pay a visit to the crocs. Located on the left bank of the Chambal river, Dholpur is home to the famous National Chambal (Gharial) Wildlife Sanctuary. A boat safari through the river will give you glorious views of gators basing in the winter sun on the banks. Also check out the Van Vihar Wildlife Sanctuary, home to some of the rarest birds and animals. You might even catch a leopard or a hyena here if you are lucky. Book your stay at the red-stoned Raj Niwas Palace to enrich the experience in the midst of the wilderness.
Check out ‘The City of Rajputs’ too while you are at it- Surrounded by the Aravali Hills, Alwar is one of the oldest Rajasthani kingdoms, seeped in history and still retaining its old-world charm. The city is famous for two things- its forts and the sumptuous Alwar-ka-mawa. If you have a penchant for the haunted and love horror stories, this city offers you a visit to the infamous Bhangargh Fort, the ruins of which are off limits at night. You also have the option of choosing the Tijara fort palace or spending time in the wild at the Sariska Safari Lodge, waking to the morning calls of animals.
These deals are available to 7.5 million+ members of the trusted CRED community that you can be a part of if you have a credit score of 750 and above. Pay timely bills after and get rewarded every time with experiences you will cherish for a lifetime.
Padharo Mhare Des this winter and experience luxury with CRED.
