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Rajasthan & the Golden Triangle: 8-Day Plan You Can Actually Drive

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The 8-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.

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8
days
1050 km
distance
20.1 h
driving
49
curated stops

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Day 1 Delhi → Agra

4 curated stops
Transit
3h59
Finish
~17:25
Temperature
13.5°C–28.8°C
Rainy days
~1
Daylight
10.6h
09:00
Qutb Minar read more map ↗
Marvel at the towering minaret, its intricate patterns gleaming under the sun.
50 min · Delhi · ₹ 20/250 Indians/foreigners
open: daily, sunrise to sunset
10:30
Humayun's Tomb read more map ↗
Stroll through immaculately maintained gardens in the Persian Char Bagh style.
50 min · Delhi · ₹ 40/600, Indians/foreigners
open: daily from sunrise to sunset
11:45
Jama Masjid read more map ↗
Stand in awe of India's largest mosque with its grand arches and minarets.
50 min · Delhi · Entry is officially free, although if you have a camera with you (even if deep in your bag) the aggressive "guards" will not let you go in without paying the …
open: 7AM-sunset, tourists are not allowed in from 12:15PM-1:45PM or in the half-hour before sunset.
12:35
T.L.R. Cafe & Kitchen search map ↗
Savor continental, Spanish, Moroccan, and American cuisine in a popular cafe.
60 min · Delhi
open: 10AM-1AM
16:35
Night view search
Gaze at the Taj Mahal under a full moon, though viewers are kept at a distance.
50 min · Agra
Overnight: Agra
e.g. Friends Paying Guest House · Hotel Taj Resorts
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Day 2 Around Agra

6 curated stops
Transit
0h56
Finish
~16:50
Temperature
13.5°C–28.8°C
Rainy days
~1
Daylight
10.6h
09:00
Taj Mahal search map ↗
Marvel at the incomparable marble tomb, one of the Seven Wonders of the World.
90 min · Agra
10:40
Agra Fort tajmahal.gov.in read more map ↗
Explore a well-preserved red sandstone palace-fort, akin to Delhi's.
50 min · Agra
11:40
Nagina Masjid read more map ↗
Marvel at the glittering gem-like mosque within the majestic Agra Fort walls.
50 min · Agra
12:40
Tomb of Itimad-ud-Daulah read more map ↗
Admire a small jewel-box tomb Nur Jahan built for her father.
50 min · Agra · ₹300 for foreigners
13:45
Dayal Bagh Temple read more map ↗
Marvel at stunning white marble architecture and intricate carvings in progress.
50 min · Agra
15:00
Sikandra read more map ↗
Wander through Akbar's grand tomb set in a peaceful garden layout.
50 min · Agra
open: Open from sunrise to sunset
15:50
Treat Restaurant search map ↗
Relish flavorful Indian cuisine at this well-regarded restaurant.
60 min · Agra
open: breakfast, lunch and dinner
Overnight here
e.g. Friends Paying Guest House · Hotel Taj Resorts
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Day 3 Jaipur

5 curated stops
Transit
3h58
Finish
~17:20
Temperature
13.7°C–28.5°C
Rainy days
~1
Daylight
10.6h
12:20
Amber Fort tourism.rajasthan.gov.in read more map ↗
Explore a grand fort-palace complex in hybrid Hindu-Muslim style.
50 min · Jaipur · ₹100/20 for Indian adult/student and ₹500/100 for foreign adult/student. Included in the Composite Ticket. There is a special evening viewing from 6:30-9AM, …
open: 8AM-6PM
13:20
Jaigarh Fort tourism.rajasthan.gov.in read more map ↗
Witness the world's largest cannon, Jaivana, at this undefeated fort.
50 min · Jaipur · ₹35/100 for Indian/foreigner. Camera: ₹50 (if you do not disclose that you have a camera and later the police/their person sees you talking a photo (e.g. with …
open: 9AM-4:30PM
14:25
Jal Mahal read more map ↗
Gaze at this grand palace elegantly reflected on Man Sagar Lake's waters.
50 min · Jaipur · Free to view and photograph, but as of 2015, it is private property, so you probably won't be allowed to enter (price listed 2015)
15:30
Nahargarh Fort read more map ↗
Enjoy panoramic views over Man Sagar lake from this historic fort.
50 min · Jaipur · ₹50/200 for Indians/foreigners. Included in the 5-monument Composite Ticket. ₹400/₹700 (Indian/foreigners) for the tour of the Wax Museum and the Sheesh Mahal.
open: 10AM-6PM
16:30
City Palace royaljaipur.in read more map ↗
Discover a vast complex of Rajput and Mughal architecture.
50 min · Jaipur · ₹400 for Indians, ₹1200 for foreigners, half price(₹200/₹600) for students, children below 12, Indian senior citizens and Indian defense personnel; a composite …
Overnight here
e.g. Loharu House · Atithi Guest House
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Day 4 Around Jaipur

6 curated stops
Transit
0h32
Finish
~15:50
Temperature
13.7°C–28.5°C
Rainy days
~1
Daylight
10.6h
09:00
Hawa Mahal read more map ↗
See the intricate five-storey red sandstone structure designed for royal observation.
50 min · Jaipur · ₹10 for Indians, ₹200 for foreigners. Included in the Composite Ticket, free on 18 May. Camera free
open: 9AM-5PM
10:00
Jantar Mantar read more map ↗
Giant sundials and astronomical instruments silently track the heavens.
50 min · Jaipur · ₹40 for Indians, ₹200 for foreigners
open: 9AM-5PM
11:00
Govind Devji Temple govinddevji.net read more map ↗
The air hums with devotion before the beloved idol of Lord Krishna, brought from Vrindavan.
50 min · Jaipur · Free
12:00
Albert Hall Museum read more map ↗
Admire Indo-Saracenic architecture and diverse art in this historic museum.
50 min · Jaipur · ₹40/300 for Indians/foreigners. ₹20/150 for Indian/non-Indian students. Students must carry their student identity cards.Included in the 5-monument Composite …
open: 9AM-5:30PM
13:00
Moti Dungri Mandir facebook.com read more map ↗
The Pearl Hill offers a serene view and the protective presence of Lord Ganesha.
50 min · Jaipur
open: Always open
14:00
Birla Mandir (aka The Marble Temple) jaipur.org.uk read more map ↗
Shimmering white marble carvings glow under the sun in this tranquil, modern temple.
50 min · Jaipur · Free
14:50
LMB hotellmb.com map ↗
Relish North Indian sweets and savory snacks, especially Aloo ki Tikiya.
60 min · Jaipur · Snacks, sandwiches, pizza: ₹50-310; breakfasts are mostly ₹130-280; lunch and dinner mains: ₹190-430; sweets: ₹60-200
open: 8AM-11PM
Overnight here
e.g. Loharu House · Atithi Guest House
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Day 5 Pushkar

6 curated stops
Transit
2h29
Finish
~17:50
Temperature
13.5°C–29.2°C
Rainy days
~1
Daylight
10.7h
11:00
Pushkar Lake read more map ↗
Feel the serenity of sacred waters surrounded by ancient ghats.
50 min · Pushkar
12:00
Aptaeshwar Temple search map ↗
Experience quiet reverence in a temple with an underground shrine.
50 min · Pushkar
13:00
Atmeshwar Temple search map ↗
Marvel at the intricate beauty of a dedicated Shiva temple.
50 min · Pushkar
14:00
Varaha Temple search map ↗
Witness ancient spirituality in Pushkar's oldest temple.
50 min · Pushkar
15:00
Brahma Temple search map ↗
Hear soothing chants at one of the world's few Brahma temples.
50 min · Pushkar
16:00
Rangji Temple search map ↗
Appreciate South Indian architecture in a unique Vishnu temple.
50 min · Pushkar
16:50
Laughing Buddha Cafe search
Enjoy organic vegan fare and rich coffee with market views from your balcony.
60 min · Pushkar · About ₹100
open: 9:30AM-10:30PM
Overnight here
e.g. Everest · Mamaluna
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Day 6 Jodhpur

6 curated stops
Transit
3h44
Finish
~18:00
Temperature
14.4°C–30.8°C
Rainy days
~1
Daylight
10.7h
11:50
Mehrangarh Fort mehrangarh.org read more map ↗
Explore the imposing fort that has never been conquered.
50 min · Jodhpur · ₹ 600
12:50
Ghanta Ghar read more map ↗
Marvel at this illuminated architectural masterpiece at night.
50 min · Jodhpur · ₹100
13:50
Jaswant Thada read more map ↗
Admire marble cenotaphs with a view of the city and fort.
50 min · Jodhpur · Entry ₹50 foreigners, ₹30 Indian. It is also free on the birthday of the Fort (about the 12th of May)
14:55
Balsamand Lake read more map ↗
Stroll around this now-resort lake.
50 min · Jodhpur
16:00
Mandore read more map ↗
Visit the ancient capital of Marwar, rich in history.
50 min · Jodhpur
17:10
Gulab Sagar Lake search map ↗
Discover historic water storage from 1788.
50 min · Jodhpur
Overnight here
e.g. Amar Niwas Guest House · Durag Niwas Guest House
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Day 7 Udaipur

5 curated stops
Transit
3h48
Finish
~17:10
Temperature
13.8°C–29.2°C
Rainy days
~1
Daylight
10.8h
12:20
Pichola Lake read more map ↗
Stroll around this historic lake surrounded by palaces and temples.
50 min · Udaipur
13:20
Udaipur City Palace read more map ↗
Explore a blend of global architectures in a grand palace.
50 min · Udaipur · Museum ₹400; grounds ₹30
open: 9:30AM-5:30PM
14:20
Jagdish Temple read more map ↗
Appreciate intricate carvings of Vishnu and Krishna on temple walls.
50 min · Udaipur
15:20
Fateh Sagar Lake read more map ↗
Take in serene lake views with islands and lush green parks.
50 min · Udaipur
16:20
Udaipur Solar Observatory prl.res.in read more map ↗
Gaze at the sun through advanced telescopes over the tranquil lake.
50 min · Udaipur
Overnight here
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Day 8 Around Udaipur

6 curated stops
Transit
0h40
Finish
~16:40
Temperature
13.8°C–29.2°C
Rainy days
~1
Daylight
10.8h
09:45
Ahar Cenotaphs read more map ↗
Reflect at over 250 royal cenotaphs spanning centuries.
50 min · Udaipur
open: Tu-Su 9:45AM-5:15PM
10:50
Gulab Bagh and Zoo read more map ↗
Stroll through rose gardens and view diverse zoo animals.
50 min · Udaipur
11:50
Doodh Talai read more map ↗
Enjoy sunset views over the lake and panoramic cityscapes.
50 min · Udaipur
12:50
Bagore-ki-Haveli read more map ↗
Discover a museum filled with costumes and art by the lakeside.
50 min · Udaipur
13:50
Saheliyon ki Badi read more map ↗
Wander through fountains, kiosks, and a lotus pool amidst marble elephants.
50 min · Udaipur
14:50
Sukhadia Circle read more map ↗
Feel the lively hum of the city around the towering, illuminated fountain.
50 min · Udaipur
15:40
Aravalli @ Trident Hotel tridenthotels.com
Indulge in gourmet buffet and à-la-carte delights.
60 min · Udaipur · ₹500+
open: 6AM-11PM

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