Traveller Shikha Duggal uncovers the luxury getaways for a cultural long weekend trip in Rajasthan. Check them out!
The upcoming holiday weekend is the ideal time to reconnect with nature and re-align before returning to the daily grind. Here are several properties to think over for your vacation, regardless of whether you like the calm beaches or the untamed jungle. They all honour India’s richness, diversity and cultural offers.
SANGAM FARMS
A love of agriculture gave rise to Sangam Farms, which is committed to providing fresh, wholesome food, lowering carbon footprints and growing produce locally. They provide an authentic flavour of Rajasthani rural life with luxurious tent stays tucked away in the lap of nature, creating a little piece of paradise. Guests can immerse themselves in the world of agriculture and nature through a range of experiences and activities offered by them. Using fresh, locally sourced ingredients, visitors may savour delectable meals. Personalised tours of dairy farms and hydroponic gardens are also available, guaranteeing wholesome and delectable meals. Savour a royal feast while dining in the Rajputana style! With the Mini Tractor & Barn Camping experience, kids may enjoy activities like strawberry picking, tractor riding, tent pitching and bonfire snacking. Perfect for anyone who prefers doing hands-on agricultural work, it’s the ideal way to experience the beauty and simplicity of the countryside.
RELAIS & CHÂTEAUX SUJÁN THE SERAI
SUJÁN in the center of the Thar Desert, on a 100-acre private estate, sits the opulent desert camp known as the Serai Jaisalmer. With tent-like lodgings that mix in perfectly with the surrounding desert scenery, the camp provides a tranquil and private haven. A revitalising spa and wellness center, a massage parlour and an outdoor pool are just a few of the facilities available to visitors. A private terrace area, chic decor and contemporary amenities like air conditioning, a minibar and a comfortable sofa are all part of each tent, which is raised on a honey-coloured sandstone plinth. Luxurious tents and a royal tented suite with a heated plunge pool, Jacuzzi and dining tent are among the options available at the camp. Activities available to visitors include yoga sessions, camel safaris, desert excursions and live music performances outside.
HOUSE OF ROHET
In Jodhpur, Rajasthan, India, there are luxurious boutique hotels and camps, such as the heritage hotel Rohet Garh, the desert boutique hotel Mihir Garh, the luxurious home The Rohet House and the Rohet Wilderness Camp. The outstanding service, rich cultural history and distinctive experiences of each property are well-known. Unique experiences such as village safaris, equestrian programs, royal picnics, bird viewing, culinary classes and wilderness camp stays are provided by them. In the stunning settings of Rajasthan, these activities offer visitors authentic cultural and natural experiences. The purpose of these encounters is to provide visitors with a closer bond with the ecology and culture of the area while fostering lifelong memories.
RELAIS AND CHÂTEAUX SUJÁN JAWAI
A posh boutique hotel called SUJÁN JAWAI is situated close to Jaisalmer, Rajasthan, in the center of the Thar Desert. The hotel, which is surrounded by a breathtaking desert, offers a distinctive fusion of contemporary luxury and traditional Indian charm. Tented suites and villas are among the many lodging options available to visitors; each is elegantly yet rustically built. The hotel offers a health spa, an outdoor pool and a variety of activities like guided nature walks, yoga sessions, desert drives and leopard safaris among granite formations.