7-Day North India Pre-wedding Shoot Itinerary in October
Monday, October 2: Jaipur
6 hours (282 miles) from Delhi
Start your day exploring the majestic Amer Fort in the morning, followed by a visit to the beautiful Hawa Mahal in the afternoon. In the evening, enjoy a romantic sunset at Nahargarh Fort.
Explore the stunning City Palace in the morning, take a boat ride on Lake Pichola in the afternoon, and end your day with a visit to the serene Saheliyon-ki-Bari Gardens.
City Palace: Entrance Fee: ₹300 ($4), Estimated Time: 2-3 hours
Lake Pichola Boat Ride: ₹400 ($5.50) per person, Estimated Time: 1-2 hours
Start your day with a visit to the majestic Mehrangarh Fort, followed by exploring the vibrant markets of Jodhpur. In the evening, enjoy a breathtaking sunset view from the Jaswant Thada cenotaph.
Visit the famous Brahma Temple and take a holy dip in the sacred Pushkar Lake in the morning. Explore the colorful local markets and enjoy a camel ride in the afternoon.
Brahma Temple: No Entrance Fee, Estimated Time: 1-2 hours
Pushkar Lake: No Entrance Fee, Estimated Time: 1-2 hours
Camel Ride: ₹300-500 ($4-7) per person, Estimated Time: 1-2 hours
Friday, October 6: Agra
6.5 hours (250 miles) from Pushkar
Start your day with a visit to the iconic Taj Mahal, followed by exploring the grand Agra Fort. In the afternoon, visit the beautiful Itimad-ud-Daulah (Baby Taj) and end your day with a sunset view of the Taj Mahal from Mehtab Bagh.
Taj Mahal: Entrance Fee: ₹1300 ($18), Estimated Time: 2-3 hours
Start your day exploring the historic Red Fort and Jama Masjid in Old Delhi. In the afternoon, visit the vibrant markets of Chandni Chowk and end your day with a peaceful walk at Lodhi Gardens.
Red Fort: Entrance Fee: ₹35 ($0.50), Estimated Time: 2-3 hours
Jama Masjid: No Entrance Fee, Estimated Time: 1-2 hours
Lodhi Gardens: No Entrance Fee, Estimated Time: 1-2 hours
Sunday, October 8: Rishikesh
6 hours (150 miles) from Delhi
Experience the spiritual vibes of Rishikesh by attending the morning Ganga Aarti at Parmarth Niketan Ashram. Explore the iconic Lakshman Jhula and Ram Jhula bridges and end your day with a serene sunset view at Triveni Ghat.
Ganga Aarti at Parmarth Niketan Ashram: No Entrance Fee, Estimated Time: 1-2 hours
Lakshman Jhula and Ram Jhula: No Entrance Fee, Estimated Time: 2-3 hours
Triveni Ghat: No Entrance Fee, Estimated Time: 1-2 hours
Recommendations
If you have additional time, consider taking a day trip to the beautiful hill station of Mussoorie from Rishikesh. Also, don't miss out on trying the delicious local cuisine at each destination to fully immerse yourself in the North Indian culture. To get the most out of your trip, it's recommended to book accommodations and flights in advance. You can check hotel and flight prices here.