Four-Day Family-Friendly Rajasthan Itinerary

  1. Day 1: Jaipur City Palace and Hawa Mahal
    Estimated travel time from Jaipur International Airport: 25 minutes (8.7 km)

    Start your trip by exploring the stunning Jaipur City Palace, the residence of the royal family of Jaipur. Marvel at the intricate architecture, beautiful courtyards and gardens. Next, visit the Hawa Mahal, also known as the 'Palace of Winds'. This iconic palace is known for its beautiful honeycomb façade and was built for the royal ladies to observe street life from the windows.

  2. Day 2: Amer Fort and Elephant Ride
    Estimated travel time from Jaipur City Palace: 30 minutes (11 km)

    Visit the beautiful Amer Fort, a UNESCO World Heritage site and one of the most beautiful forts in Rajasthan. This fort offers stunning views of the Maota Lake and is known for its intricate carvings and paintings. Don't miss the opportunity to take an elephant ride to the fort and make your visit even more memorable.

  3. Day 3: Pushkar Camel Fair and Brahma Temple
    Estimated travel time from Amer Fort: 5 hours (392 km)

    Visit the world-famous Pushkar Camel Fair, an annual event attracting thousands of tourists from all over the world. Get amazed by the colorful scene of Rajasthani folk culture showcased at the fair. Take a camel ride, try the local food and buy some souvenirs. After the fair, visit the Brahma Temple, known as the world's only temple dedicated to Lord Brahma.

  4. Day 4: Mehrangarh Fort and Jaswant Thada
    Estimated travel time from Pushkar: 5 hours (210 km)

    End your trip by exploring the impressive Mehrangarh Fort in Jodhpur. This majestic fort is known for its beautiful architecture, impressive collection of artifacts and stunning views of the city. After visiting the fort, head over to the Jaswant Thada, a beautiful marble cenotaph built in honor of Maharaja Jaswant Singh II.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Jaipur City Palace (2 hours, INR 500)
  • Hawa Mahal (1 hour, INR 200)
  • Amer Fort (3 hours, INR 550 + INR 1100 for elephant ride)
  • Pushkar Camel Fair (5 hours, entrance is free but the camel ride costs around INR 500-1000)
  • Brahma Temple (1 hour, INR 50)
  • Mehrangarh Fort (4 hours, INR 600)
  • Jaswant Thada (1 hour, INR 30)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 3040-3640 ($41-49)

Useful Tips

If you have more time to spare, consider visiting Jantar Mantar, an astronomical observatory, or the Albert Hall Museum in Jaipur. You can also try the local Rajasthani food like dal baati churma and kachori. If you have less time, you can skip either the Pushkar Camel Fair or the Jaswant Thada. Keep in mind that the Amer Fort is usually crowded in the afternoon, so it's recommended to visit in the morning. Also, it's best to start your day early to avoid long queues and beat the crowds.

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