GETTING THERE

The nearest airport to Narlai is the Maharana Pratap Airport in Udaipur (120 km), which is well-connected to major Indian cities. Buses and trains are also available from Udaipur (120 km) and Jodhpur (128 km).

STAY Rawla Narlai has 25 rooms/ suites (starts from ` 7,000/ USD98; rawlanarlai.com).

WHEN Early monsoon (July) and winter (December-February) are the best months to visit this hamlet.

IDEAL FOR History buffs and those looking for offbeat weekend getaways.

DISCOVER Go horse-riding or opt for a countryside safari in Narlai. A village walk is also recommended. Visit the ancient cave temples, Kumbhalgarh Fort, and the Chaturmukha Jain Temple at Ranakpur.