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Rajasthan & the Golden Triangle — a 6-Day Plan You Can Actually Drive
The 6-day version for November: every day fits real transit, opening hours and daylight. Prefer more or fewer days? 6-day plan · 8-day plan · 10-day plan · best time to go.
6
days
780 km
distance
14.2 h
driving
44
curated stops
💡 Good to know for this plan
- The season: 25–30°C days, festival calendar in full swing (Diwali, Pushkar Camel Fair) — book palace stays ahead.
Day 1 Delhi → Agra
🌡 7.5–38.8°C · 🌧 ~1 rain days · ☀ 10.6h light
09:00
The Government of India Tourist Office
Discover Delhi's highlights with expert-guided daily tours.
50 min · Delhi
09:50
Brunei
Spot the elegant architecture of the Brunei High Commission.
50 min · Delhi
10:40
HOHO
Hop on and off air-conditioned buses to explore Delhi at your own pace.
50 min · Delhi
14:12
Mehtab Baghhistory & sagasmuseums & heritageswimming & baths
See the Taj Mahal's breathtaking moonlight reflection in the octagonal pool.
50 min · Agra · ₹50 for Indians, ₹300 for foreigners
15:02
Jaswant Singh ki Chatrihistory & sagaschurches & landmarks
Witness this unique Hindu cenotaph amidst Mughal architecture.
50 min · Agra
15:52
Dayal Bagh Templemuseums & heritagechurches & landmarks
Marvel at the stunning white marble architecture and intricate carvings.
50 min · Agra
16:42
Joney's placecoffee & bakes
Enjoy a quick breakfast with toast, coffee, and cornflakes.
60 min · Agra
18:30
Mughal Barhistory & sagas
Unwind on an open-air roof with continental and Indian delicacies.
75 min · Agra
Overnight: Agra
e.g. ITC Mughal · Shahjahan
Day 2 Around Agra
🌡 7.5–38.8°C · 🌧 ~1 rain days · ☀ 10.6h light
09:00
Sikandramuseums & heritage
Stroll through Akbar's serene garden tomb amidst red sandstone structures.
50 min · Agra
open: Open from sunrise to sunset
09:50
Taj Nature Walkhistory & sagas
Stroll through landscaped mounds with views of the Taj Mahal.
90 min · Agra · Indian nationals ₹40 (up to 5 years free
open: 7AM-5PM
11:20
Charbaghmuseums & heritage
Stroll through the Persian garden's symmetry framing the Taj Mahal.
50 min · Agra
12:10
Darwaza-i-Rauzahistory & sagas
Pass through the grand red sandstone gate to the Taj Mahal complex.
50 min · Agra
13:00
Taj Museummuseums & heritage
Explore artifacts in a structure mirroring the Naubat Khana.
50 min · Agra
13:50
Agra Forthistory & sagas
Wander through the well-preserved red sandstone palace-fort.
50 min · Agra
14:40
Yash Cafecoffee & bakes
60 min · Agra
Overnight: Agra
e.g. ITC Mughal · Shahjahan
Day 3 Jaipur
🌡 8.8–37.3°C · 🌧 ~1 rain days · ☀ 10.6h light
12:20
Anokhi Museum of Hand Printinghistory & sagasmuseums & heritagelocal & traditionalcoffee & bakes
Discover intricate hand block printed textiles in a restored heritage haveli.
50 min · Jaipur
open: Tu-Sa 10:30AM-5PM; Su 11AM-4:30PM
13:10
Moti Dungri Mandirhistory & sagasmuseums & heritagechurches & landmarks
The Pearl Hill offers a serene view and the protective presence of Lord Ganesha.
50 min · Jaipur
open: Always open
14:00
City Palacehistory & sagasmuseums & heritagelocal & traditional
Discover a vast complex of Rajput and Mughal architecture.
50 min · Jaipur · ₹400 for Indians, ₹1200 for foreigners,
14:50
Amber Forthistory & sagasmuseums & heritage
Explore a grand fort-palace complex in hybrid Hindu-Muslim style.
50 min · Jaipur · ₹100/20 for Indian adult/student and ₹50
open: 8AM-6PM
15:40
Amber Fort Sound and Light Showhistory & sagaslocal & traditional
Experience Rajasthan's royal history narrated by Amitabh Bachchan after dark.
90 min · Jaipur · ₹200
open: 7-8PM
17:10
Hawa Mahalhistory & sagasmuseums & heritage
See the intricate five-storey red sandstone structure designed for royal observation.
50 min · Jaipur · ₹10 for Indians, ₹200 for foreigners. In
open: 9AM-5PM
18:30
1135 AD Amberhistory & sagaslocal & traditional
Dine on Rajasthani cuisine in royally decorated Amber Fort rooms.
75 min · Jaipur · Mains: ₹425-1,500
open: 11AM-11PM
Overnight: Jaipur
e.g. Krishna Palace · Umaid Bhawan
Day 4 Pushkar
🌡 8.4–37.4°C · 🌧 ~1 rain days · ☀ 10.7h light
10:59
Pushkar Lakemuseums & heritage
Feel the serenity of sacred waters surrounded by ancient ghats.
50 min · Pushkar
11:49
Aptaeshwar Templechurches & landmarks
Experience quiet reverence in a temple with an underground shrine.
50 min · Pushkar
12:39
Atmeshwar Templechurches & landmarks
Marvel at the intricate beauty of a dedicated Shiva temple.
50 min · Pushkar
13:29
Brahma Templechurches & landmarks
Hear soothing chants at one of the world's few Brahma temples.
50 min · Pushkar
14:19
Rangji Templechurches & landmarks
Appreciate South Indian architecture in a unique Vishnu temple.
50 min · Pushkar
15:09
Varaha Templechurches & landmarks
Witness ancient spirituality in Pushkar's oldest temple.
50 min · Pushkar
15:59
Laughing Buddha Cafecoffee & bakes
60 min · Pushkar · About ₹100
open: 9:30AM-10:30PM
18:30
Laura's Cafecoffee & bakes
Sip excellent coffee while taking in bright, colourful lake views.
75 min · Pushkar
open: 9AM-11PM
Overnight: Pushkar
e.g. Akash · Green Park
Day 5 Jodhpur
🌡 8.3–38.6°C · 🌧 ~1 rain days · ☀ 10.7h light
11:50
Umaid Bhawan Palacehistory & sagasmuseums & heritage
50 min · Jodhpur
12:40
Mehrangarh Forthistory & sagas
Explore the imposing fort that has never been conquered.
50 min · Jodhpur · ₹ 600
13:30
Jaswant Thadahistory & sagas
Admire marble cenotaphs with a view of the city and fort.
50 min · Jodhpur · Entry ₹50 foreigners, ₹30 Indian. It is
14:20
Mandorehistory & sagas
Visit the ancient capital of Marwar, rich in history.
50 min · Jodhpur
15:10
Ghanta Gharhistory & sagas
Marvel at this illuminated architectural masterpiece at night.
50 min · Jodhpur · ₹100
16:00
Regional Tourist officelocal & traditional
Get travel assistance from the government-run office.
50 min · Jodhpur
16:50
Gulab Jamun ki Sabjilocal & traditional
Delight in savory gulab jamun sabji, a unique Jodhpur sweet twist.
60 min · Jodhpur
18:30
Pukhraj Ji Ki Dhanilocal & traditional
Feast on classic Rajasthani dal bati churma in a traditional setting.
75 min · Jodhpur
Overnight: Jodhpur
e.g. Devi Bhawan · Umaid Bhawan Palace
Day 6 Udaipur
🌡 8.2–37.0°C · 🌧 ~1 rain days · ☀ 10.8h light
12:20
Udaipur City Palacehistory & sagasmuseums & heritagelocal & traditional
Explore a blend of global architectures in a grand palace.
50 min · Udaipur · Museum ₹300; grounds ₹30
open: 9:30AM-5:30PM
13:10
Bagore-ki-Havelihistory & sagasmuseums & heritagechurches & landmarks
Discover a museum filled with costumes and art by the lakeside.
50 min · Udaipur
14:00
Jagdish Templehistory & sagaschurches & landmarks
Appreciate intricate carvings of Vishnu and Krishna on temple walls.
50 min · Udaipur
14:50
Amar Vilashistory & sagasmuseums & heritage
Enjoy panoramic city views from this Mughal-style pleasure pavilion.
50 min · Udaipur
15:40
Durbar Hallhistory & sagasmuseums & heritage
Admire lavish interiors and grand chandeliers in this historic hall.
50 min · Udaipur
16:30
Fatehprakash Palacehistory & sagasmuseums & heritage
Discover a crystal gallery with unused, jewel-encrusted treasures.
50 min · Udaipur