5-Day Shoestring Budget Itinerary from Bangalore to Udaipur

  1. Day 1: Visit Lalbagh Botanical Garden
    Estimated Time and Distance from Bangalore: 2 hours 30 minutes (152.2 km)

    Lalbagh Botanical Garden is a 240-acre garden and a home to more than 1000 species of flora and fauna. It is an ideal place to spend the morning and get lost in nature's beauty.

  2. Day 2: Take a stroll in City Palace
    Estimated Time and Distance from Lalbagh Botanical Garden: 3 hours 20 minutes (211.7 km)

    City Palace is a palace complex located in the centre of Udaipur. The complex boasts of magnificent architecture, beautiful gardens and museums showcasing the rich history and culture of Rajasthan.

  3. Day 3: Explore Fateh Sagar Lake
    Estimated Time and Distance from City Palace: 30 minutes (5.2 km)

    Fateh Sagar Lake is a serene lake surrounded by hills on three sides, with a beautiful park and several islands. It's a great place to take a boat ride or spend an afternoon soaking up the views.

  4. Day 4: Visit Jagdish Temple
    Estimated Time and Distance from Fateh Sagar Lake: 20 minutes (3.5 km)

    Jagdish Temple is one of the largest and most beautiful temples in Udaipur. It is dedicated to Lord Vishnu and is a perfect example of Indo-Aryan architecture.

  5. Day 5: Trek to Kumbhalgarh Fort
    Estimated Time and Distance from Jagdish Temple: 2 hours (86.3 km)

    Kumbhalgarh Fort is a UNESCO World Heritage site and is known for its long wall that stretches over 38 km. The trek to the fort is strenuous but offers stunning views of the Aravalli hills.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Lalbagh Botanical Garden (2-3 hours, free)
  • City Palace (3-4 hours, INR 300)
  • Fateh Sagar Lake (2-3 hours, free)
  • Jagdish Temple (1-2 hours, free)
  • Kumbhalgarh Fort (5-6 hours, INR 100)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 400

Useful Tips

If you have more time, you can add a visit to Saheliyon Ki Bari, a beautiful garden with fountains and kiosks. If you have less time, you can skip Fateh Sagar Lake or Kumbhalgarh Fort. Make sure to carry sunscreen, hats and comfortable walking shoes as most of the places require a lot of walking.

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