5-Day Shoestring Budget Rajasthan Itinerary

  1. Day 1: Jaipur City Palace
    25 minutes (8.1 km) from Jaipur Airport

    The City Palace complex includes a museum, courtyards, gardens, and other beautiful buildings. The architecture is a blend of Rajasthani and Mughal styles.

  2. Day 2: Amer Fort
    13 minutes (6.7 km) from Jaipur City Palace

    Located on a hill, Amer Fort is a massive palace-fortress that overlooks the surrounding lakes and mountains. Don't miss the Sheesh Mahal, a room covered with mirrors that glimmers like diamonds when lit.

  3. Day 3: Pushkar Lake
    3 hours and 56 minutes (150 km) from Amer Fort

    A sacred lake, surrounded by ghats (stairs) where people take a dip in the holy waters. The lake is surrounded by temples and bazaars. Make sure you get to the Brahma temple, the only one dedicated to Brahma, the Hindu god of creation.

  4. Day 4: Mehrangarh Fort
    3 hours and 20 minutes (232 km) from Pushkar Lake

    Located in Jodhpur, this is one of the largest forts in Rajasthan, majestic and imposing in its size and architecture. The museum inside is a treasure trove of artifacts and stories of the Rajputana rule.

  5. Day 5: Udaipur City Palace
    4 hours and 19 minutes (258 km) from Mehrangarh Fort

    Udaipur City Palace is an architectural marvel, featuring stunning balconies, spacious courtyards, and intricate windows. Make sure to visit the museum, which showcases artefacts from the royal family. Next, walk down the scenic streets surrounding the City Palace.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Jaipur City Palace (2-3 hours, ₹200-500)
  • Amer Fort (2-3 hours, ₹200-500)
  • Pushkar Lake (1-2 hours, Free Entry)
  • Mehrangarh Fort (2-3 hours, ₹200-500)
  • Udaipur City Palace (2-3 hours, ₹300-700)
  • Total Estimated Costs: ₹900-2200

Useful Tips

If you have one extra day, visit the amazing sand dunes of Jaisalmer, located 5.5 hours (332 km) from Udaipur City Palace. However, if you don't have that much time, you can skip Pushkar Lake, and spend more time exploring Jaipur or Udaipur instead.

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