Arrive at Indira Gandhi International Airport (if flying in). Take a prepaid airport taxi or app cab (about 45–60 minutes to central Delhi depending on traffic) to your hotel. This is the easiest family-friendly option with luggage and children.
Standard hotel check-in is usually 2:00pm — request early check-in when booking or prebook the night before arrival. Choose a family room (interconnecting or suite) at a central 4-star hotel (Connaught Place or Aerocity) for convenience.
Family-friendly lunch: Saravana Bhavan offers familiar South Indian dishes and is great for kids; Big Chill serves sandwiches, pasta and desserts. Both are open midday and popular near central Delhi.
Iconic national war memorial and open green spaces; convenient for a relaxed afternoon stroll and photos. Children’s traffic park and nearby rides are available on certain days (check local notices). Open all day.
Beautiful Mughal-era garden tomb, less crowded than the Red Fort and great for an introduction to Mughal architecture. Open 6:00am–6:00pm; last entry typically 30 minutes before closing.
For a special family meal, Bukhara (ITC Maurya) is iconic for tandoor dishes and an experience kids enjoy; Indian Accent is modern and creative. Both require advance reservations and are open for dinner from about 7:00pm–11:00pm.
Early breakfast at the hotel (most hotels open from 6:30–7:00am); pack light for the day and keep luggage secured with hotel if you’re returning to collect it later.
Prebook an app cab to Hazrat Nizamuddin (or New Delhi station depending on train) for Gatimaan Express or Shatabdi; leave early to allow city traffic. Gatimaan Express departs Hazrat Nizamuddin at 8:10am (check current timetable while booking).
Fast, comfortable intercity train: Hazrat Nizamuddin → Agra Cantt arrives around 9:50am. Best for families — minimal travel time and comfortable seating (book Executive/AC chair class early).
Short cab ride from Agra Cantt to Taj complex. Aim to arrive before noon for good light and smaller crowds; Taj is open 6:00am–6:30pm (closed Fridays).
Visit the world-famous mausoleum — essential for family photos and cultural appreciation. Plan 1.5–2 hours to explore the main platform and gardens; carry water and hats as it can be hot.
Family-friendly dining with North Indian cuisine; Esphahan at The Oberoi provides quieter atmosphere and great service for families. Most restaurants open for lunch 12:00–3:00pm.
UNESCO Fort with sprawling courtyards and palaces; open 6:00am–6:00pm (last entry rules may apply). Great to pair with the Taj for history context. Expect 1–1.5 hours here.
Check in at a family-friendly hotel (e.g., Tajview/ITC Mughal/Clarks Shiraz). Standard check-in 2:00pm but you’ll already have checked in earlier when possible; confirm family room and meal inclusions.
Have an early breakfast and set off by private car to Jaipur. Prebook a comfortable sedan or Innova with a driver for the Agra→Jaipur leg; this gives flexibility for stops.
After exploring Fatehpur Sikri, continue the drive to Jaipur — typical drive time Agra→Jaipur with stop is ~4–5 hours. Pack snacks and water for the kids.
Check in to a family-friendly hotel (e.g., family suite at Trident/ITC Rajputana/Classic 4-star options). Confirm interconnecting rooms if travelling with extended family.
If hungry after the drive, try a nearby café or hotel lounge for sandwiches and chai; many places close between lunch and dinner so check opening hours.
Explore colourful markets for textiles, jewellery and handicrafts — family-friendly and a good place to buy souvenirs. Markets typically open 10:00am–8:30pm though some shops close mid-afternoon.
LMB is a popular family restaurant with Rajasthani and North Indian thalis; Suvarna Mahal (in select hotels) provides a refined dining experience. Both are open in the evening; reserve if possible.
Large hilltop palace with courtyards, frescoes and elephant/jeep rides to the entrance if you prefer; open 8:00am–5:30pm. Arrive early to avoid heat and crowds. Allow 1.5–2 hours.
City Palace museum (open ~9:30am–5:00pm) shows royal artifacts; next door Jantar Mantar (9:00am–4:30pm) is an astronomical observatory kids often find fascinating. Combined visit ~1.5–2 hours.
Ethnic village resort with folk performances, Rajasthani cuisine and activities for children; opens around 5:00pm–11:00pm and is great for a festive family dinner. Prebook to avoid lines.
Short flight Jaipur→Delhi (about 55–70 minutes). Book a morning flight (e.g., 8:30–10:00am) for convenience; allows comfortable arrival and onward connections. Check-in 45–60 minutes before departure for domestic flights.
Alternative: take a morning Shatabdi/Intercity Express (approx 4–6 hours depending on service). Trains are comfortable and family-friendly; prebook AC seats. Departures depend on timetable — book seats early.
Arrive back in Delhi, pick up luggage if stored, and transfer to airport or home. If you have an evening onward flight, use the afternoon to relax or do last-minute shopping in central Delhi.
Have a final meal in Delhi before departure — sample local chaat or a relaxed hotel lunch; confirm airport transfer 3 hours before any international flight, 2 hours for domestic.