6-Day Family Friendly Itinerary for India in August 2023

  1. Day 1: Jaipur
    30 minutes (9.4 km) from Jaipur International Airport

    Visit the Amer Fort that exhibits an intricate mix of Hindu and Mughal architecture. Head to Jal Mahal, a palace located in the middle of a lake. Finally, visit the Hawa Mahal or "Palace of the Winds" with its unique honeycomb design.

  2. Day 2: Agra
    4 hours 20 minutes (239 km) from Jaipur

    Witness the magnificent Taj Mahal, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the Seven Wonders of the World. Next, visit the Agra Fort, a red sandstone fortress with beautiful palaces and gardens. End the day with a stroll in the Mehtab Bagh, a Mughal-style garden complex.

  3. Day 3: New Delhi
    3 hours 15 minutes (233 km) from Agra

    Start the day with a visit to the Humayun's Tomb, a mausoleum of the Mughal Emperor Humayun. Next, head to the Qutub Minar, a towering minaret made of red sandstone. End the day with a visit to the Lotus Temple, a Bahá'í House of Worship with a stunning lotus-shaped architecture.

  4. Day 4: Rishikesh
    6 hours (252 km) from New Delhi

    Visit the Triveni Ghat, a sacred bathing spot for Hindus. Attend the nightly Ganga Aarti ceremony at the Parmarth Niketan Ashram. Take a dip in the Lakshman Jhula, a suspension bridge over the Ganges River.

  5. Day 5: Manali
    18 hours (538 km) from Rishikesh

    Visit the Solang Valley, a picturesque valley known for adventure sports like skiing and paragliding. Head to the Hidimba Devi Temple, an ancient cave temple dedicated to Hidimba, the wife of Bhima from the Mahabharata. End the day with a stroll in the Manali Nature Park, a serene park with lush greenery and wildlife.

  6. Day 6: Srinagar
    13 hours (414 km) from Manali

    Take a shikara ride on the Dal Lake, a scenic lake surrounded by mountains and lush gardens. Visit the Mughal Gardens, a group of gardens built by the Mughal emperors. End the day with a visit to the Shankaracharya Hill, a hilltop ancient temple dedicated to Lord Shiva with panoramic views of Srinagar.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Amer Fort (2 hours, ₹550 per person)
  • Taj Mahal (2-3 hours, ₹1300 per person)
  • Humayun's Tomb (1-2 hours, ₹35 per person)
  • Triveni Ghat (1-2 hours, free entry)
  • Solang Valley (3-4 hours, ₹1200 per person for adventure sports)
  • Dal Lake shikara ride (1-2 hours, ₹400-500 per person)
  • Total Estimated Costs: ₹3635-3835 per person
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