Road Trip Itinerary: Anand → Kumbhalgarh → Haldighati → Sawariya Seth Temple → Chittorgarh Fort → Nathdwara → Eklingji → Udaipur → Anand (26‑Oct 2025)

Day 1: Anand → Kumbhalgarh & Haldighati

Morning: Depart Anand at 01:00 AM and drive northwards via NH48 and NH58 (≈ 400 km, ~7 hrs). Stop for a quick breakfast near Rajsamand.

Afternoon: Arrive at Kumbhalgarh Fort and explore its massive walls, palaces, and the scenic wildlife sanctuary surrounding the fort.

Evening: Continue to Haldighati, the historic battlefield near Nathdwara; enjoy sunset views of the Aravalli hills before checking into a local guesthouse.

Day 2: Sawariya Seth Temple → Chittorgarh Fort → Nathdwara

Morning: Visit the Sawariya Seth Temple (also known as Sawariya Ji) nestled in the hills, offering peaceful prayers and panoramic vistas.

Afternoon: Drive to Chittorgarh Fort, one of India’s largest forts; explore the Vijay Stambh, Kirti Stambh, and the royal chambers.

Evening: Head to Nathdwara to witness the evening Aarti at the Shrinathji Temple; stay overnight in a nearby hotel.

Day 3: Eklingji → Udaipur

Morning: Short drive to Eklingji Temple (dedicated to Lord Shiva) and admire its intricate marble carvings.

Afternoon: Arrive in Udaipur, check into a lakeside resort, and enjoy a leisurely boat ride on Lake Pichola with views of the City Palace.

Evening: Stroll through the old city, visit the Jagdish Temple, and dine at a rooftop restaurant overlooking the lake.

Day 4: Udaipur → Anand (Return)

Morning: Explore the Udaipur City Palace complex and its museum before checking out of the hotel.

Afternoon: Begin the return journey to Anand via NH48 and NH58, stopping for lunch at a highway dhaba.

Evening: Arrive back in Anand by late evening, concluding the road trip.

Time and Cost Estimates

• Kumbhalgarh Fort – 2 hrs – ₹150 entry
• Haldighati – 1 hr – ₹100 entry
• Sawariya Seth Temple – 1 hr – Free
• Chittorgarh Fort – 3 hrs – ₹200 entry
• Nathdwara Shrinathji Temple – 2 hrs – Free (donations optional)
• Eklingji Temple – 1 hr – ₹50 entry
• Udaipur City Palace – 2 hrs – ₹300 entry
• Lake Pichola Boat Ride – 1 hr – ₹250 per person
• Fuel (≈ 1,200 km round‑trip, 12 km/l, ₹110/l) – ~₹11,000
• Accommodation (3 nights, average ₹2,500/night) – ₹7,500
• Meals (₹600/day per person) – ₹2,400
• Total Estimated Cost: ₹22,950

Tips

If you have extra days, consider adding a visit to the stunning Kumbhalgarh Wildlife Sanctuary for a morning trek or extending your stay in Udaipur to explore nearby attractions like the Monsoon Palace and Sajjangarh. To shorten the trip, you can skip the Sawariya Seth Temple and combine the visits to Kumbhalgarh and Haldighati into a single day, reducing the itinerary to three days while still covering the major highlights.