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Duration 8D / 7N
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Airport​ Jaipur [JAI]
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Nearest Major Airport NEW DELHI [DEL]
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Best Time October to February
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Shoulder Months September & March
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Off-season April to August
Day 1
- Arrival
Land at
Jaipur International Airport (JAI)
It is recommended to reach Jaipur as early as possible. Preferably before noon as you would have to travel a long distance by road. There is a small airstrip and helipad at Sawai Madhopur / Ranthambhore. But no reliable commercial air travel service.
Travel by road to
Ranthambore
Finish your lunch somewhere on the way to Aman-i-Khas, located next to Ranthambore. Which is around 3-4 hours (150 km – 180 km) from the airport.
Check-in at
Day 1 to Day 4 - 3N
Aman-i-Khas
Check-in to your massive luxury Mughal inspired tent, explore around, relax and get prepared for an early morning tomorrow.
Other recommended hotels to stays
Day 2
Early morning
Safari
Escape into the wilderness of Ranthambore National Park on a safari in an open-top vehicle. Once the hunting ground of the Maharaja of Jaipur, is one of the best places in the world to see tigers in the wild.
EveningÂ
Sunset camel ride​
Go on a camel ride and experience the sunset like never before.
Day 3
morning
Ranthambore Fort​
Located around half an hour drive from your accommodation. You can explore this huge unusual forest fort surrounded by dense forest, temples, Badal Mahal, and Jogi Mahal.Â
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Aman Raj spa
Indulge yourself in an ayurvedic spa therapy and revitalise your body and get ready for the next journey tomorrow.Â
Day 4
- Travel
Travel by road to
Jaipur
If you have more days and want to explore Jaipur in detail and get a proper feel of the pink city, do check our detailed itinerary for Jaipur.
Check-in
Day 4 to Day 7 - 3N
Taj Rambagh Palace
It is time for you to live like a Maharaja by staying in the former residence of the Maharaja of Jaipur.
Dinner
Day 1 to Day 4 - 3N
Suvarna Mahal - Taj Rambagh Palace
Savor the royal cuisines from the princely states of Rajasthan, Awadh, Punjab, and Hyderabad to get the best of India on your last night in Jaipur.
Other recommended hotels to stays
Day 5
09:30 – 13:30
City Palace
After breakfast at the hotel, explore the massive city palace complex. Highly recommend taking the private tour inside the palace. Special tickets for this are available at the booking/ticket counter.
13:45 – 15:15 | Lunch at
Laxmi Mishthan Bhandar
Enjoy a traditional Rajasthani veg thali filled with flavors and variety at this famous restaurant in the city. You might need to wait for some time to get a table here.
15:30 – 17:00
Hawa Mahal
After lunch, visit the prominent landmark of Jaipur situated in the center of the city. Even though travelers spend very less time here, let a tour guide take you around the palace and later explore the inside of this mahal at your own pace.
17:15 –Â
Shopping
Explore Johari Bazar, and Tripolia Bazaar, and shop in the local stores located in the vicinity of the palaces. You can find products ranging from simple traditional souvenirs, and leather bags to expensive jewelry
Dinner at
Steam - Taj Rambagh Palace
Enjoy the evening events at you hotel followed by dinner at Jaipur’s best lounge bar which offers Mediterranean cuisine and features a restored steam engine and recreated Victorian station.
Day 6
10:30 – 12:00
Anokhi Museum
Soon after finishing your breakfast head to the Anokhi Museum to see the rich textile heritage of the land through demonstrations and artifacts related to block printing on textile. This place is closed on Monday.
12:15 – 12:45
Panna Mina ka kund
This is a beautiful step-well located near the Anokhi Museum and on the way to Amber fort from the museum. One can find such step-wells across the state of Rajasthan.Â
13:00 – 16:30
Amber / Amer Fort
This is a huge fort situated just outside the city of Jaipur. Do dedicate a few hours to explore this marvelous fort at your own pace. Things not to miss while exploring this fort – Sheesh Mahal, Sukh Niwas, Baradari, and the grand entrance of Suraj dwaar.
Lunch at
1135 AD
You can have lunch in this royal restaurant located inside the fort.Â
16:45 – 17:15
Kanak Vrindavan
It is a beautiful royal garden next to the Jal Mahal. Spend some time strolling around this garden.
17:15 –Â
Jal Mahal
Sit along the Man Sagar Lake and enjoy the evening breeze while gazing at this palace in midst of water before heading back to Amer.
Timing varies depending on the season and months
Amber / Amer Fort - Light & Sound Show
A must experience to understand the history of the fort through light and sound. The timing of the show varies depending on the season and months. Do confirm the show timings during your afternoon visit.
Day 7
- Departure
Check out
Taj Rambagh Palace
Its time to check out.
Take off from
Jaipur International Airport
Leave the pink city of Jaipur with fond memories.
If you can extend your say at Aman-i-Khas by one more day, you can explore the below location
- Chambal River Sanctuary (around 45km from Aman-i-khas)