Family-Friendly One Day Trip in Rajasthan

  1. 9:00 AM: Amer Fort
    Located in Amer, this fort is one of the most popular tourist attractions in Rajasthan. The fort was built in the 16th century by Raja Man Singh and offers a magnificent view of the city. Visitors can wander around the fort's courtyards, enjoy elephant rides, watch folk dances, and marvel at the Sheesh Mahal.
    Est. Time: 2 hours
    Est. Distance: 12.5 km (from Jaipur City)
  2. 11:30 AM: Hawa Mahal
    Just a 15 minutes drive from Amer Fort, Hawa Mahal - the palace of winds is a unique five-story palace built in pink sandstone with a honeycomb façade. The idea behind this palace was to allow the royal ladies to observe everyday life in the street below without being seen. Visitors can climb to the top for stunning views of the city.
    Est. Time: 45 minutes
    Est. Distance: 7.8 km (from Amer Fort)
  3. 12:30 PM: Chokhi Dhani
    Chokhi Dhani is a village resort built to showcase the traditional customs and lifestyle of Rajasthan. Designed in a fairground style, this place offers a lot of activities to enjoy Rajasthan culture, live performances, camel rides, elephant rides, and even Fortune-telling. The Rajasthani Royalty type food served here is a Must-try thing.
    Est. Time: 2-3 hours
    Est. Distance: 21.7 km (from Hawa Mahal)
  4. 4:00 PM: Jal Mahal
    Located amidst the picturesque Mansagar Lake, Jal Mahal, or The Water Palace, was constructed in 1750 by Maharaja Jai Singh II. The palace is built in red sandstone and four of its floors remain underwater. This incredible palace is more of a sightseeing spot with great photo opportunities and scenic views.
    Est. Time: 30 minutes
    Est. Distance: 12.9 km (from Chokhi Dhani)
  5. 4:30 PM: Albert Hall Museum
    Two Kilometres far from the Jal Mahal, Albert Hall Museum is the oldest museum of the state. Built-in 1876 AD, the museum displays a rich collection of historic artefacts, ancient weapons, garments, jewellery, and even mummies. This is an excellent opportunity to familiarize yourself with Rajasthan's history.
    Est. Time: 1 hour
    Est. Distance: 3.4 km (from Jal Mahal)

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Amer Fort (2 hours, INR 550/person)
  • Hawa Mahal (45 minutes, INR 50/person)
  • Chokhi Dhani (3 hours, INR 800 - INR 1500/person approx.)
  • Jal Mahal (30 minutes, Free Entry)
  • Albert Hall Museum (1 hour, INR 150/person)
  • Total Estimated Costs (Per Person): INR 1550 - INR 2330

Useful Tips

If you have more time, you can head to Jaigarh Fort, Nahargarh Fort, or Birla Mandir. If you have less time, you can skip Albert Hall Museum or Chokhi Dhani. Please don't forget to carry sunscreen, snacks, and enough water with you.

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