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Rajasthan Road & Rail Loop: Ahmedabad → Mount Abu → Jawai → Kumbhalgarh → Udaipur → Chittorgarh → Bundi → Jaipur → Delhi (28 Dec 2025 – 04 Jan 2026)

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Day 1: Ahmedabad → Mount Abu

Ahmedabad, India on December 28, 2025

11:45am

Pickup — Ahmedabad Airport

Meet-and-greet at Ahmedabad Airport; transfer for short city visit. This starts the Rajasthan leg; driver will store luggage if needed for the train later.
INR600, 0h30m.

12:30pm

Sabarmati Ashram visit

Explore Gandhi's Sabarmati Ashram and museum to understand the independence movement; it's compact and historically rich. Ashram typically open daily ~8:30am–6:30pm (confirm on day).
INR0, 1h30m.

2:00pm

Lunch — House of MG / Agashiye (suggestion)

Enjoy a Gujarati thali or local specialties at a heritage restaurant near Ellis Bridge; relaxed mid-day lunch before onward transfer. Most heritage cafés open 12:00pm–3:00pm for lunch.
INR500, 1h.

3:00pm

Transfer to Sabarmati Station

Drive to Sabarmati Railway Station allowing buffer time for check-in and boarding formalities for the evening train.
INR300, 0h30m.

4:45pm

Train 12462 Bande Bharat — Sabarmati Station to Abu Road

Board the scheduled train from Sabarmati Station to Abu Road (train 12462). Relax and enjoy the scenic change as you leave the city for the Aravalli hills.
INR500, 2h30m.

7:15pm

Arrive Abu Road → Transfer to Mount Abu hotel

Arrive Abu Road Station and take a pre-booked taxi up to Mount Abu (road drive 30–60 minutes depending on location).
INR800, 0h45m.

8:30pm

Hotel check-in and dinner

Check into your Mount Abu hotel; have a relaxed dinner at the hotel restaurant and prepare for next-day sightseeing. Most hotels serve dinner until 10:00pm.
INR700, 1h30m.

Day 2: Mount Abu Sightseeing → Jawai

Mount Abu → Jawai, India on December 29, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at hotel

Hearty breakfast at the hotel to fuel a full day of hilltop sightseeing; many hotels start breakfast from 7:00am.
INR300, 0h45m.

9:00am

Check-out / Luggage storage

Check out or leave luggage at reception for later transfer; you'll carry a daypack for sightseeing before driving to Jawai.
INR0, 0h15m.

9:15am

Guru Shikhar (highest point of Rajasthan)

Visit Guru Shikhar for panoramic views and the sunset peak ambiance; accessible 8:00am–5:00pm in normal conditions — allow time for the drive up and short walks.
INR0, 1h30m.

11:00am

Dilwara Jain Temples

See the famous marble-carved Dilwara Temples — prized for intricate architecture and calm interiors; temple visiting hours are generally morning and late afternoon (confirm exact slots; cameras may be restricted).
INR50, 1h.

12:30pm

Lunch — Lakeside café or hotel

Enjoy lunch at a lakeside restaurant or hotel terrace (try regional thali or North Indian dishes); many cafés open 11:00am–10:00pm.
INR500, 1h.

2:00pm

Nakki Lake boating & stroll

Relax by Nakki Lake and take a short boat ride or walk around the promenade; lake and boat counters are open most of the day.
INR300, 1h.

3:30pm

Depart Mount Abu → Drive to Jawai

Drive out of Mount Abu toward Jawai (approx 2–2.5 hours) through rural Aravalli scenery; plan arrival before sunset if you want an evening safari.
INR1500, 2h30m.

6:15pm

Arrive Jawai — Check-in

Check into your Jawai lodge/camp — this area is known for leopard-spotting and rustic wildlife camps.
INR0, 0h30m.

6:45pm

Optional Evening Safari / Leopard-spotting

Join an evening 4x4/jeep safari in Jawai to seek leopards, birds and sloth bears — safaris typically run around late afternoon to early evening (timings vary by provider).
INR3500, 1h30m.

8:30pm

Dinner at Jawai property

Traditional dinner at your camp or lodge — relaxed night with wildlife sounds; camps usually serve dinner around 8:00–9:00pm.
INR600, 1h30m.

Day 3: Jawai → Kumbhalgarh → Udaipur

Jawai → Kumbhalgarh → Udaipur, India on December 30, 2025

6:00am

Morning Jawai Safari

Early-morning jeep safari for best wildlife chances (leopards, birds); morning safaris usually 5:30–8:00am — check local operator timing and carry water and a light jacket.
INR3500, 2h.

8:30am

Breakfast & check-out

Return to the lodge for breakfast, freshen up and check out by the planned time (user requested 9:00am check-out).
INR300, 0h30m.

9:00am

Depart Jawai → Drive to Kumbhalgarh Fort

Scenic drive to Kumbhalgarh Fort (about 1–1.5 hours depending on starting point) — plan arrival before midday for comfortable touring.
INR1000, 1h30m.

10:30am

Kumbhalgarh Fort visit

Explore the massive 15th-century Kumbhalgarh Fort and its extensive ramparts; fort generally open ~9:00am–5:00pm — allow 2 hours to cover key sights.
INR50, 2h.

1:00pm

Lunch near Kumbhalgarh

Simple local lunch at a roadside dhaba or hotel restaurant en route to Udaipur.
INR400, 0h45m.

2:00pm

Depart Kumbhalgarh → Drive to Udaipur

Drive to Udaipur (approx 1.5–2 hours) — enjoy changing landscape as you approach the lakes and palaces.
INR1200, 2h.

4:30pm

Arrive Udaipur — Hotel check-in

Check into your Udaipur hotel and rest briefly; many hotels offer rooftop views across Lake Pichola.
INR0, 0h30m.

5:30pm

Sunset Boat Ride on Lake Pichola (optional)

Evening boat ride for sunset views of City Palace and Jag Mandir; boat services usually run until 6:00–7:00pm depending on season.
INR300, 0h45m.

8:00pm

Dinner — Ambrai / rooftop restaurant

Dine at Ambrai or another lakeside rooftop for classic Udaipur views and Rajasthani cuisine (popular spots fill up — reservation recommended).
INR800, 1h30m.

Day 4: Udaipur Sightseeing

Udaipur, India on December 31, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at hotel

Start the day with breakfast at the hotel; many good cafés also open from 8:00am for lighter options.
INR300, 0h45m.

9:00am

City Palace visit

Tour the grand City Palace complex overlooking Lake Pichola — open around 9:30am–5:30pm; allow time for museums, courtyards and views.
INR300, 2h.

11:30am

Jagdish Temple

Short visit to the nearby Jagdish Temple, an active temple with intricate carvings and a central location in Udaipur's old city.
INR0, 0h30m.

12:15pm

Lunch — Upre / rooftop

Lunch at a rooftop restaurant to sample local and continental dishes; many places open midday and offer lake views.
INR600, 1h.

2:00pm

Saheliyon Ki Bari & Bagore Ki Haveli

Visit the garden of royal ladies and the museum at Bagore Ki Haveli (the haveli also hosts evening cultural shows — check show times for 31st Dec special events).
INR150, 1h30m.

4:00pm

Monsoon Palace (Sajjangarh) for sunset

Drive up to Monsoon Palace for panoramic sunset over the lakes and city; palace viewpoints are best late afternoon to sunset.
INR100, 1h30m.

8:00pm

New Year’s Eve Dinner (hotel/restaurant)

Special NYE dinners are common at hotels and lakefront restaurants — reserve in advance for a celebratory meal and possibly live music.
INR1500, 2h.

Day 5: Udaipur → Chittorgarh → Bundi

Udaipur → Chittorgarh → Bundi, India on January 1, 2026

9:00am

Check-out from Udaipur hotel

Check out and depart after breakfast; you'll begin a longer driving day toward Chittorgarh then Bundi.
INR0, 0h30m.

9:30am

Drive Udaipur → Chittorgarh

Road journey to Chittorgarh Fort (approx 2.5–3 hours); carry water and snacks for the trip.
INR2000, 2h30m.

12:00pm

Chittorgarh Fort visit

Explore the sprawling Chittorgarh Fort, with its palaces, towers and memorials — fort typically open 9:00am–5:00pm; allow at least 2 hours.
INR30, 2h30m.

2:30pm

Lunch near Chittorgarh

Lunch at a local restaurant en route to Bundi; try regional Rajasthani dishes.
INR400, 0h45m.

3:30pm

Drive Chittorgarh → Bundi

Drive to Bundi (approx 2–2.5 hours depending on traffic); arrive in time for an evening stroll in Bundi’s old town.
INR1800, 2h.

6:00pm

Check-in Bundi hotel & evening walk

Check into your Bundi hotel and walk to the stepwells and historic bazaars for photography and local handicrafts.
INR0, 1h.

8:00pm

Dinner — Local Bundi cuisine

Enjoy dinner at a local guesthouse or hotel; Bundi food is simple and authentic — try local breads and curries.
INR500, 1h30m.

Day 6: Bundi Sightseeing → Jaipur

Bundi → Jaipur, India on January 2, 2026

9:00am

Check-out from Bundi hotel

Check out after breakfast and start a morning of Bundi sightseeing before the drive to Jaipur.
INR0, 0h30m.

9:15am

Bundi sightseeing — Taragarh Fort, Bundi Palace, stepwells

Visit Taragarh Fort for views, Bundi Palace murals and the famous stepwells (Raniji ki Baori) — most sites open mid-morning; allow 2.5–3 hours.
INR50, 2h30m.

12:00pm

Lunch in Bundi

Lunch at a local restaurant — sample Rajasthani specialties before the drive to Jaipur.
INR400, 1h.

1:30pm

Drive Bundi → Jaipur

Begin the drive to Jaipur (approx 3–4 hours depending on route and traffic); arrive late afternoon to early evening.
INR2200, 3h30m.

5:30pm

Arrive Jaipur — Hotel check-in

Check into your Jaipur hotel and relax; evening free for a short market visit or hotel rest.
INR0, 0h30m.

7:30pm

Dinner in Jaipur — Local Rajasthani restaurant

Dine at a recommended Jaipur restaurant (try dal baati churma and laal maas) — many good options in the city center.
INR700, 1h30m.

Day 7: Jaipur Sightseeing

Jaipur, India on January 3, 2026

8:00am

Breakfast at hotel

Start with breakfast early to reach forts and avoid mid-day crowds and heat.
INR300, 0h45m.

9:00am

Amer Fort (Amber Fort)

Visit the hilltop Amer Fort with its courtyards, Sheesh Mahal and fort walls; fort open typically 8:00am–5:00pm — arrive early to avoid queues. Jeep/ambulance options available for the climb.
INR300, 2h30m.

12:00pm

Hawa Mahal (photo stop) & City Palace

Photo stop at Hawa Mahal then walk to City Palace to explore royal collections and courtyards; City Palace open ~9:30am–5:00pm.
INR300, 2h.

2:30pm

Lunch — Laxmi Misthan Bhandar or similar

Lunch in the old city — try Rajasthani sweets and a hearty local meal. Popular places are open through the afternoon.
INR400, 1h.

4:00pm

Jantar Mantar & local markets

Visit the Jantar Mantar observatory then explore Johari Bazaar for jewelry and handicrafts; markets are lively until evening.
INR50, 1h30m.

7:30pm

Dinner & night stay

Enjoy dinner at your hotel or a recommended restaurant; Jaipur offers many themed rooftop dining options with palace views.
INR800, 1h30m.

Day 8: Jaipur → Delhi Airport → Flight to Kolkata

Jaipur → Delhi Airport → Kolkata (flight), India on January 4, 2026

9:00am

Check-out from Jaipur hotel

Check out by 9:00am (user indicated a 9:00am checkout) and begin any final short sightseeing or depart for Delhi. If you prefer more Jaipur time, shift departure accordingly.
INR0, 0h15m.

9:30am

Optional short sightseeing / souvenir shopping

If time allows, a quick visit to a nearby palace or market for last-minute shopping; keep luggage logistics in mind before the long drive.
INR200, 1h.

11:00am

Drive Jaipur → Delhi (Airport-area hotel)

Drive to Delhi area near the airport (approx 4.5–6 hours depending on traffic) to arrive by evening and rest before the early flight; consider en-route meals and breaks.
INR4500, 5h30m.

4:00pm

Arrive Delhi airport-area hotel — check-in

Check in at a hotel close to Delhi Airport; relax and have dinner early because you have an early morning airport transfer.
INR0, 0h30m.

8:00pm

Dinner — hotel restaurant

Dinner at the hotel restaurant; keep packing and reconfirm airport transfer time and flight details to Kolkata.
INR800, 1h30m.

4:00am

Check-out and transfer to Delhi Airport

Early check-out for the airport transfer to catch your flight to Kolkata (user specified check-out at 4:00am); ensure passports/tickets and luggage are ready.
INR0, 0h15m.
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