Take Train 12979 from Bandra Terminus to Jaipur on October 1. It’s an overnight run of roughly 16–18 hours, usually departing in the afternoon, but use the timings printed on your ticket as the authority. Get to the station 45–60 minutes early to check the platform and find your coach; keep your ticket and ID handy, and carry water and a light snack for the wait.
Once you’re settled in your reserved berth, have dinner on board. Allow about ₹150–₹350 per person for a simple meal, or bring something along if you prefer a more predictable option. Settle in for the night; fares depend on your class and booking date, so check your IRCTC ticket for the amount paid and confirmed arrival details.
The train is expected to reach Jaipur Junction the following morning. From the station, allow 30–60 minutes to reach your hotel by auto or taxi; budget roughly ₹150–₹500 depending on the hotel’s location and vehicle. If you arrive before check-in, ask the hotel about luggage storage and freshen up before beginning the day’s sightseeing.
Leave your hotel early for Amber Fort in Amer—about 11 km from the Pink City, usually 30–45 minutes by taxi or auto depending on traffic. Aim to arrive around opening time, generally 8 am, and allow 2–3 hours for the courtyards, palace rooms and hilltop views. Indian adult entry is about ₹100; transport and an optional guide cost extra. Wear comfortable shoes, and don’t count on an elephant ride as a quick way up. From the fort, allow 30–45 minutes by road to Hawa Mahal. Spend 30–45 minutes here; Indian adult entry is about ₹50, and the façade is lovely from street level too.
Walk a few minutes through Johari Bazaar to Laxmi Mishthan Bhandar (LMB) for a Rajasthani thali or a cooling lassi and sweets; budget ₹300–₹600 per person and allow 45–60 minutes. Then walk roughly 1 km (15–20 minutes) to City Palace. Set aside 1.5–2 hours for its courtyards and museum; Indian adult entry is around ₹300, with some special areas costing extra. It’s generally open daily, but check current hours and ticket options before you go.
Jantar Mantar is right beside City Palace, so give its remarkable stone instruments 45–60 minutes; Indian adult entry is about ₹50. Both sights usually close in the late afternoon, so keep an eye on the clock—if you’re running behind, shorten your City Palace visit rather than arrive after Jantar Mantar’s last entry. Finish with 1–1.5 hours browsing Johari Bazaar for jewellery, textiles and souvenirs; prices vary, so compare shops and bargain politely. The old-city lanes are easiest on foot, while a taxi or auto is handy for the longer rides; carry some cash for small purchases.
After arriving in Jaipur, leave your luggage at your hotel or use the station’s cloakroom if you’re checking out, then head to Albert Hall Museum in Ram Niwas Garden. From the old city, it’s about 3 km—roughly 15–25 minutes by auto, depending on traffic. Allow 1–1½ hours; the museum generally opens at 9 am, but check the current hours before setting out. Indian adult entry is approximately ₹50.
Take a short walk within Ram Niwas Garden to Masala Chowk, an easy place to sample several local favourites without committing to a long restaurant meal. Give yourself 45–60 minutes and budget around ₹150–₹300 per person. It’s a relaxed stop after the museum, with plenty of choice if your group can’t agree on what to eat.
From Ram Niwas Garden, take an auto about 2 km to Bapu Bazaar—usually 10–20 minutes in traffic. Browse for textiles, mojari shoes and souvenirs; 1–1½ hours is enough for a pleasant wander, though it’s worth comparing prices and bargaining politely. Leave a buffer to collect your luggage and reach Jaipur Junction 45–60 minutes before your booked departure. Take Train 19665 overnight to Udaipur; confirm the service runs on October 3 and check your ticket or IRCTC for the exact departure and arrival, as schedules can change. Budget roughly ₹400–₹700 for Sleeper or ₹1,200–₹1,800 for 3A.
Approximate budget per person (excluding Mumbai–Jaipur, Jaipur–Udaipur and Udaipur–Mumbai train fares): ₹3,000–₹6,000 for three nights in a budget hotel on a shared-room basis, ₹1,200–₹2,000 for meals, ₹1,000–₹2,500 for local transport, and roughly ₹1,000–₹2,000 for listed entries and the boat ride. Add your booked train fares and shopping; costs depend on hotel, train class and current ticket prices.
Start at City Palace when it opens, usually around 9:30 am, and allow 2–3 hours for the courtyards, museum rooms and lake views. Indian adult entry is roughly ₹400; museum sections or special exhibits may cost extra. From the palace, Jagdish Temple is an easy 500 m walk (about 5–10 minutes); spend 20–30 minutes there. Entry is free, and modest clothing is appreciated. The Old City lanes are busy, so walking is often simpler than trying to arrange a car between these sights.
Walk back towards the City Palace jetty for a Lake Pichola boat ride; set aside about an hour, including boarding. Boats commonly run through the day, but check the day’s operating hours and buy tickets at the jetty—expect roughly ₹400–₹800 per adult, with popular sunset departures sometimes costing more. Then take an auto about 2 km (10–20 minutes, depending on traffic) to Natraj Dining Hall & Restaurant on City Station Road for a filling Rajasthani thali; allow 45–60 minutes and budget ₹250–₹450 per person. If your train is late, leave time after lunch to rest or collect your luggage before heading to the station.
Take Train 22902 from Udaipur City to Mumbai Central for the overnight return. Check your ticket or IRCTC for the confirmed departure time and destination station, and plan to reach Udaipur City station 45–60 minutes early; allow around 15–25 minutes by auto from the central city, longer in traffic. For this day, budget about ₹400–₹800 for the boat, ₹250–₹450 for lunch, plus local autos and any museum extras. The broader trip estimate supplied is ₹3,000–₹6,000 per person for three nights in a shared budget room, ₹1,200–₹2,000 for meals, ₹1,000–₹2,500 for local transport and ₹1,000–₹2,000 for listed entries and the boat, excluding all three train fares and shopping.
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