Plan a Best Family-Friendly Trip in India in August

1. Day 1: Red Fort, New Delhi
   20 minutes (8.5 km) from Indira Gandhi International Airport

   Explore the 400-year-old Mughal architecture and learn about India's history at the massive Red Fort.

2. Day 2: Taj Mahal, Agra
   4 hours (233 km) from Red Fort, New Delhi

   Witness the ultimate symbol of love, Taj Mahal, a stunning white marble mausoleum built by Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his wife Mumtaz Mahal.

3. Day 3: Hawa Mahal, Jaipur
   4.5 hours (240 km) from Taj Mahal, Agra

   Admire the unique five-story palace with hundreds of small windows at Hawa Mahal that lets the breeze pass through and keeps the palace cool even in summer.

4. Day 4: Jantar Mantar, Jaipur
   10 minutes (1.5 km) from Hawa Mahal, Jaipur

   Visit the largest stone sundial in the world and discover Jantar Mantar, which houses a collection of 19 astronomical instruments.

5. Day 5: Mehrangarh Fort, Jodhpur
   5 hours (337 km) from Jantar Mantar, Jaipur

   Explore one of the largest forts in India with a vast collection of artefacts, miniatures, and weapons at Mehrangarh Fort.

6. Day 6: Umaid Bhawan Palace, Jodhpur
   20 minutes (6.5 km) from Mehrangarh Fort, Jodhpur

   Marvel at the grandeur of the last great palace built in India, Umaid Bhawan Palace, and explore its exquisite architecture, museum, and gardens.

7. Day 7: Gateway of India, Mumbai
   11 hours (960 km) from Umaid Bhawan Palace, Jodhpur

   End your trip at the iconic and historic monument, Gateway of India, a significant landmark in Mumbai, overlooking the Arabian Sea.

Time and Cost Estimates

• Red Fort (2 hours, ₹550)
• Taj Mahal (2-3 hours, ₹1300 for foreign visitors)
• Hawa Mahal (1-2 hours, ₹50 for Indian nationals and ₹200 for foreign visitors)
• Jantar Mantar (1-2 hours, ₹50 for Indian nationals and ₹200 for foreign visitors)
• Mehrangarh Fort (2-3 hours, ₹250 for Indian nationals and ₹600 for foreign visitors)
• Umaid Bhawan Palace (2-3 hours, ₹30 for Indian nationals and ₹100 for foreign visitors)
• Gateway of India (30 minutes, free)
• Total Estimated Costs: ₹3080 for Indian nationals, ₹2600 for foreign visitors (excluding transportation and accommodation)

Useful Tips

If you have more time, add Amber Fort and City Palace to your itinerary in Jaipur. If you have less time, skip Umaid Bhawan Palace in Jodhpur. Always carry enough water and sunscreen. Book entrance tickets in advance to avoid queues.