Rajasthan is big — almost a quarter of India's landmass — so planning matters. Too many cities and you'll spend your whole trip in the car. Too few, and you'll miss the magic. Here's exactly how to plan it, from a Jaipur-based operator who drives these roads every week.
Step 1: Pick Your Cities Wisely
The classic circuit is Jaipur → Pushkar → Jodhpur → Udaipur. It flows naturally on one road, and gives you the Pink City, the Blue City and the Lake City in one loop. Add Jaisalmer (desert) or Ranthambore (tigers) if you have more time.
Step 2: The Ready-Made 7-Day Itinerary
| Day | Route | Highlights |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Arrive Jaipur | Rest, evening walk in the old city bazaars |
| 2 | Jaipur | Amber Fort, Hawa Mahal, City Palace, Jantar Mantar |
| 3 | Jaipur → Pushkar (3 hrs) | Pushkar Lake, Brahma Temple, evening aarti |
| 4 | Pushkar → Jodhpur (3.5 hrs) | Mehrangarh Fort, Jaswant Thada, blue streets |
| 5 | Jodhpur → Udaipur (5 hrs) | Scenic countryside drive |
| 6 | Udaipur | City Palace, Lake Pichola boat ride, Jagdish Temple |
| 7 | Udaipur depart | Fly out or extend to Mount Abu |
This is our Heritage Rajasthan Tour — a 7-day package that includes AC car, hotels, guides and the Lake Pichola boat ride.
Step 3: Book Transport & Hotels
A private AC car with driver is the standard choice — trains don't connect most Rajasthan cities well. Book hotels with breakfast included and try to stay in the old cities for the atmosphere. For quick hotel comparisons across Jaipur, Jodhpur and Udaipur, try our partner GetHotelStays.com.
Step 4: Budget Realistically
- AC car + driver for 7 days: Rs 1,800 - 2,500 per day
- Comfortable hotels: Rs 2,500 - 4,500 per night
- Monument tickets: Rs 100-200 per monument (Indians), more for foreigners
- Meals: Rs 500-1,000 per person per day
As a rough total: Rs 18,000+ per person for a 7-day trip (twin sharing), excluding flights.
Step 5: Pick the Right Season
October to March is ideal — see our month-by-month guide. If you're flexible, plan around Pushkar Fair (Nov) or Desert Festival (Feb).
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