Jaipur Tour Packages
Jaipur, the Pink City, was planned in 1727 by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II. Amber Fort's palaces, the honeycomb façade of the Hawa Mahal and the astronomical instruments of Jantar Mantar make it the third corner of the Golden Triangle.
Jaipur at a glance
- LocationRajasthan, India
- Time zoneIndian Standard Time (UTC+5:30)
- Driving sideLeft
- Calling code+91
- CurrencyIndian rupee (INR)
- LanguagesHindi, Rajasthani
- Ideal stay2 days
- Getting thereJaipur International Airport (JAI)
Best time to visit: October to March
Top Jaipur travel packages
A few of our Jaipur itineraries in different travel styles. Every one is private and can be changed to suit you.
Cultural holidaysJaipur · Jodhpur · Jaisalmer · UdaipurRoyal Rajasthan Tour8 Days | 7 Nights
Wildlife safarisJaipur · RanthamboreJaipur & Ranthambore5 Days | 4 Nights
Honeymoon packagesJaipur · UdaipurRajasthan Honeymoon Special6 Days | 5 Nights
Festival and seasonal tripsJaipur · PushkarPushkar Camel Fair Trip4 Days | 3 NightsEssential tips for travelling to Jaipur
UPI and cards are widely accepted in cities and hotels; keep some cash for small shops, rural areas, hill towns and tips.
Tipping is not compulsory; around 5–10% in restaurants and a small tip for drivers and guides is appreciated.
Drink bottled or filtered water; it is cheap and easy to find.
112 (all emergencies)
Languages spoken: Hindi, Rajasthani.
Jaipur, Udaipur, Jodhpur and Jaisalmer have airports. Distances are long, so most visitors travel by car with driver and use trains for longer hops.
Book Ranthambore safari zones and gypsy/canter seats as early as possible; they open months ahead.
Carry a scarf or jacket in winter; desert nights get cold even when the days are warm.
Reach Amber Fort at opening time to avoid the heat and the crowds.
General guidance. Local rules and services change; we confirm details for your dates.
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Everything you need to know about Jaipur
Jaipur, the Pink City, was planned in 1727 by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II. Amber Fort's palaces, the honeycomb façade of the Hawa Mahal and the astronomical instruments of Jantar Mantar make it the third corner of the Golden Triangle.
Highlights include Amber Fort, Hawa Mahal, City Palace and Jantar Mantar. Local food worth trying: Dal baati churma, Laal maas, Pyaaz kachori and Ghewar. Plan 2 days here; it suits first-time visitors, families, shoppers. Our Jaipur itineraries run from 3 to 11 days and every one can be changed to suit you.
When to go
October to March. Pleasant days; the Jaipur Literature Festival is in January.
How to reach Jaipur
- By air: Jaipur International Airport (JAI)
- By rail: Jaipur Junction
- By road: About 5 hours from Delhi by road
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Private, customisable itineraries with prices quoted for your dates, hotel category and group size.
8D / 7NJaipur · Jodhpur · Jaisalmer · UdaipurRoyal Rajasthan Tour
The four great cities of Rajasthan: Jaipur's forts, Jodhpur's blue city, a desert camp at Jaisalmer and Udaipur's lake palaces.
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5D / 4NJaipur · RanthamboreJaipur & Ranthambore
The Pink City's palaces and bazaars followed by tiger safaris in Ranthambore's forest of ruins and lakes.
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6D / 5NJaipur · UdaipurRajasthan Honeymoon Special
Palaces for two: Jaipur's Amber Fort and a hot-air balloon (in season), then three nights by the lakes in Udaipur.
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11D / 10NJaipur · Pushkar · Jodhpur · JaisalmerRajasthan Grand Heritage Tour
Eleven nights across Rajasthan, adding holy Pushkar and Bikaner's Junagarh Fort to the classic four-city circuit.
View itinerary →4D / 3NJaipur · PushkarPushkar Camel Fair Trip
Timed for the Kartik full moon: livestock trading, folk performances and ghat rituals at the Pushkar Camel Fair.
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3D / 2NJaipurJaipur Weekend
Amber Fort, Hawa Mahal, City Palace and Jantar Mantar, with time to shop for block prints and gems and watch sunset from Nahargarh.
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7D / 6NJaipur · Ranthambore · UdaipurRajasthan Forts & Tigers
Combine palaces with the wild: Jaipur, three safaris at Ranthambore and the lakes of Udaipur.
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8D / 7NJaipur · Jodhpur · UdaipurRajasthan Luxury Palaces
Heritage-hotel nights in three royal cities, with private guides, a vintage car drive and a lake-view dinner in Udaipur.
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6D / 5NJaipur · Jodhpur · UdaipurRajasthan School Heritage Tour
Planned for school and college groups: Jantar Mantar's instruments, fort architecture, a block-printing workshop and folk traditions.
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6D / 5NDelhi · Agra · JaipurGolden Triangle Tour
India's classic first circuit: Delhi's Mughal monuments, sunrise at the Taj Mahal and the forts and palaces of Jaipur.
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7D / 6NDelhi · Agra · Ranthambore · JaipurGolden Triangle with Ranthambore
The Golden Triangle with a tiger detour: two nights and safaris in Ranthambore between Agra and Jaipur.
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8D / 7NDelhi · Agra · Jaipur · VaranasiGolden Triangle & Varanasi
Add India's spiritual heart to the classic circuit, with a dawn boat ride and the evening aarti on the Ganga.
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8D / 7NDelhi · Agra · Jaipur · AmritsarGolden Triangle with Amritsar
Add the Golden Temple and the Attari border ceremony to the classic Delhi, Agra and Jaipur triangle.
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4D / 3NJaipur · Mandawa (Shekhawati)Jaipur & Shekhawati Painted Havelis
Jaipur's Amber Fort and Hawa Mahal, then two nights in Mandawa with a guided walk through the frescoed merchant havelis of Shekhawati.
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6D / 5NDelhi · Agra · JaipurGolden Triangle Group Tour: Delhi, Agra & Jaipur
India's classic Golden Triangle as a group tour with a tour manager: Old and New Delhi, sunrise at the Taj Mahal, Agra Fort and Fatehpur Sikri, and Jaipur's Amber Fort and bazaars.
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More places in Rajasthan
Top things to see in Jaipur
Cultural experiences in Jaipur
Heritage and landmarks
JaipurHilltop palace-fort of red sandstone and marble
JaipurPalace of Winds with 953 windows
JaipurRoyal residence and museum
JaipurSunset views over the city
JaipurIndo-Saracenic museum
Experiences
- Bazaar shopping for gems and textiles
- Block-printing workshop
On the menuFood to try
- Dal baati churma
- Laal maas
- Pyaaz kachori
- Ghewar
Outdoor activities in Jaipur
Many activities are seasonal. Best time for Jaipur: October to March. We check operating seasons for your dates.
Jaipur travel tips
Visa and entry
Indian citizens do not need a visa; carry a government photo ID such as Aadhaar or a passport for hotels and flights.
Health and safety
Travel insurance is a good idea, especially for adventure activities. Carry prescription medicines in their original packaging with a copy of the prescription.
Currency and tipping
The currency is the Indian rupee (INR). Tipping is not compulsory; around 5–10% in restaurants and a small tip for drivers and guides is appreciated.
Best time to visit
October to March. Pleasant days; the Jaipur Literature Festival is in January.
Getting around
Jaipur, Udaipur, Jodhpur and Jaisalmer have airports. Distances are long, so most visitors travel by car with driver and use trains for longer hops.
Local etiquette
- Dress modestly at temples, churches and mosques, and remove footwear where asked.
- Ask before photographing people, and follow photography rules at religious sites and museums.
What to pack
Pack modest clothing that covers shoulders and knees for religious sites and comfortable walking shoes.
Phone and internet
Mobile data is good in towns and cities. Coverage can be patchy in remote, hill and forest areas, so download offline maps before you set off.
Budget
We don't publish fixed prices because the season, hotel category, flights and group size change the cost. Your written quote lists exactly what is included, so you can compare like for like.
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