Arrive at Jaipur and then you will be able to meet and get assistance as soon as you arrive. After reaching the place you will be getting transferred to the hotel.

SUNRISE AND AMER FORT :

You can start this Rajasthan itinerary with a stunning sunrise from the Amer fort walls at 6-6:30am. You will get one of the best views of Jaipur from here. After that, cross the street and head inside to Amer fort which opens at 8am.

Amer/Amber Fort is massive with many different sections within it. It’s easy to spend 2-3 hours here and definitely hire a guide to take you through it while telling the history. There are a lot of instagrammable spots here (Ganesh Pol being one). It’s best to arrive right at opening time so that you can avoid crowds. Places of interest: Suraj pol, Sila Devi temple, Ganesh pol, Diwan-e-aam, Sukh niwas and Sheesh mahal. Entry fee: Rs 25, guide charges extra.

From Amer fort, you can explore 2 other places that are located nearby: Panna Meena ka kund (a popular stepwell) and Jagat Shiromani temple which has beautiful architecture. You will only need a few mins at these 2 places.

NOTE: The sunrise mission involves climbing 400+ steps. Skip it if you have children, elderly citizens, bad knees/medical conditions or if you just wanna sleep in!

HAWA MAHAL (Palace of the Winds) :

This 5 storey structure designed in the shape of a honeycomb is one of Jaipur’s iconic sites. It’s best viewed from one of the cafes across the street (Windview café and Tatoo café) where you can also have your lunch.

GALTAJI MONKEY TEMPLE :

Post lunch, you can visit this temple complex which lies within a mountain pass set around a natural spring. The Sita Ramji temple here is inhabited by monkeys and has been featured in the National geographic.

GAITORE KI CHATTRIYAN :

End your first day with a stunning sunset at this beautiful site which is the crematorium site of the Jaipur royal family and a place to enjoy some peace and tranquility away from the city.

PATRIKA GATE :

Start the day with a visit to one of the most colourful and prettiest places: Patrika Gate. This is an elaborate pink gate that has a corridor lined with colourful art and murals. Go at 7-8am to avoid the crowds. Entry: Free

JAIPUR CITY PALACE :

The complex consists of several courtyards, temples and pavilions. It also houses the most famous doors in India which can be found at Pritam Niwas Chowk. There is also a section dedicated to artists where you can buy artwork and handicrafts. You will need 2-3 hours to see most of the stuff.

ALBERT HALL MUSEUM :

The oldest museum of Rajasthan which has beautiful architecture and also houses an Egyptian mummy. The outer gate is a popular photography spot.

NAHARGARH FORT :

End your Jaipur stay with a beautiful sunset at Nahargarh fort. The fort is vast and also houses a museum and restaurants.

Today will be your first road trip from Jaipur to Udaipur. The distance between the 2 places is almost 400 kms and it takes around 7 hours by road. To make it more memorable, make a detour at Kumbhalgarh Fort. This is a pretty popular option and there are a number of private car operators who offer this service.

KUMBHALGARH FORT :        

Kumbhalgarh is a world heritage site and was built sometime in the 13th century by the Rana of Kumbhar. The fort is massive and it’s wall is the second longest one in the world after the ‘Great wall of China’. There are a number of temples within the fort complex and a light and sound show is also held.

It will be evening by the time you reach Udaipur and check in. So take it easy for tonight, have a nice lakeside dinner and sleep early as the next 2 days will be full of sightseeing.

The most important place to visit in Udaipur as well as the best! Out of all the palaces we visited in Rajasthan, this one was my favourite. It’s the second largest palace in India after the Mysore palace and you can easily spend 3-4 hours here. There are so many pretty corners and lots of interesting stories to hear from the guides. Do hire a guide as you will need him. Must visit corners include: Badi mahal, Krishna vilas, Sheesh mahal, Mor Chowk and the insta famous Blue Room.

Entry: Rs500/-  plus additional guide charges

JAGDISH TEMPLE :

The local temple with beautiful intricate designs, drop by after visiting the city palace and also do some shopping in the nearby souvenir stalls.

SUNSET BOAT RIDE ON LAKE PICHOLA :

One of the highlights of this 7 days Rajasthan itinerary is doing this super romantic sunset boat ride. The view of the setting sun on the lake surrounded by the Aravalli range is truly breathtaking. You can share a boat or shell out some extra to have a private ride.

Price: Group tours usually cost Rs500/pp. Private ones will charge Rs 2000-3000/boat.

DHAROHAR FOLK SHOW :

After the boat ride, ask your boatman to drop you at Gangaur ghat for the very creative folk show at Bagore ki haveli (2mins walk from the ghat gates). The show starts at 7pm daily and is filled with folk music, dances and puppet shows. It’s a nice peek into Rajasthani folk culture. Entry fees: Rs 200/pp plus additional camera charges.

BAHUBALI HILLS AND BADI LAKE :

Begin the day with a sunrise mission at one of the best places in Rajasthan: Bahubali hills and Badi Lake. The stunning Aravalli mountains overlooking the emerald lake presents a picture perfect postcard and you will fall in love with the place. It’s a very easy 15 mins walk to the top view point. Reach by 6:30 am to catch the sunrise. Hire a tuk tuk driver the previous day who will take you there. It takes around 30 mins from the old city. Following the sunrise, return back to your hotel for breakfast followed by a visit to Ahar cenotaphs.

AHAR CENOTAPHS :

These are the burial monuments of Udaipur’s past rulers and lie around 10-12kms from the old city. These forgotten monuments are locally known as Chattris and are a must visit for any culture lover. Entry: Rs 25.

KARNI MATA TEMPLE :

Take a cable car ride and visit this temple that is located atop a hill. Rides begin from 9am and cost between Rs 150-400.The views from above are nice and its also a good place to see the sunset.

SUNSET AT SAJJANGARH FORT OR FATEH SAGAR LAKE

You can choose to visit any one of these two places for a beautiful sunset depending on your interests.

If you are looking for some adventure, Sajjangarh fort is the place. A hilltop palace popularly called as Monsoon palace, it can be reached by trekking or via jeep rides. It overlooks the Sajjangarh wildlife sanctuary that is popular for bird watching. The sunset from the top is a beautiful sight. Entry Fees: Rs 100 and it’s open till 6pm.

For some family friendly fun, head over to Fateh Sagar Lake and do some boating.

The distance between the 2 cities is 250 kms and will take around 5 hours. Again make a stop to see one of the most beautiful temples in India: Ranakpur Jain temple, a very important Jain pilgrimage site.

The temple was constructed in the 15th century to honour Adinath, the first Tirthankar of Jain cosmology. It is located deep in the forest and mountains and you will get a feeling of being in the middle of nowhere. The architecture is simply stunning with plenty of intricate designs on the roof and pillars. Definitely a must visit place !

Timings for tourists: from 12 noon-5pm

By the time you will reach Jodhpur, it will be evening. Check in and head to the local clock tower to see some of the famous Blue streets. Also located nearby is a pretty stepwell: Toorji ka Jhalra.

Begin your last day of this Rajasthan itinerary with a visit to one of Jodhpur’s most famous places: the Blue City ! Hire a local tuk tuk driver to take you to the older part of Jodhpur called Chandpole or Navchowkiya. From there walk through the narrow bylanes where the houses and walls are all painted in Blue. It’s a photogenic colour for sure, but the place is also a bit dirty. Go early around 8am before photography tours begin.

MEHRANGARH FORT :

The most important place to visit in Jodhpur, Mehrangarh fort is the largest in Rajasthan. It was built in the 14th century by Rao Jodha, who laid the foundations of Jodhpur. Its massive and make sure to hire a guide for all the shortcuts.

JASWANT THADA :

Located just a short distance from Mehrangarh fort, this beautiful cenotaph is the burial monument of Raja Jaswant Singh 2. It is built of white marble and is commonly known as the Taj mahal of Mewar.

UMAID BHAWAN PALACE :

One of the largest royal residences in the world, this palace is divided into 3 parts: the private residence of the royal family, the Taj hotel and a museum that is open to the public.

After having a good sleep, wake up and have a delicious meal. Give yourself a little time and get ready as you will be taken to the Airport or the Railway station after checking out from the hotel, to reach your final destination, home sweet home.