Cultural holidays

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.

Trip at a glance

Duration4 days / 3 nights
Starts inJaipur
RouteJaipur · Mandawa (Shekhawati)
Places2 destinations
StateRajasthan, India
Ideal forCultural holidays, Photography holidays
Trip stylePrivate, customisable
Package codeNX-1PNPV5

Best time to visit: October to March

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Amber Fort – Jaipur

Trip overview

Jaipur's Amber Fort and Hawa Mahal, then two nights in Mandawa with a guided walk through the frescoed merchant havelis of Shekhawati.

The route spends 1 night in Jaipur and 2 nights in Mandawa (Shekhawati), so you get time for the main sights without changing hotels every day. It suits cultural holidays and photography holidays, and every day can be shortened, swapped or extended.

Highlights

Amber FortHawa MahalCity PalaceMandawa FortMurmuria HaveliJhunjhunwala Haveli

Day-by-day itinerary

Day 1Arrive in Jaipur

Arrive via Jaipur International Airport (JAI) and transfer to your hotel
Check in and settle in
Later: Amber Fort: Hilltop palace-fort of red sandstone and marble

Day 2Jaipur to Mandawa (Shekhawati)

Travel from Jaipur to Mandawa (Shekhawati) by private vehicle, with stops on the way
Check in at your Mandawa (Shekhawati) hotel
Shekhawati heritage drive

Day 3Mandawa (Shekhawati): Murmuria Haveli and Jhunjhunwala Haveli

Murmuria Haveli: Frescoes including trains and Indian leaders
Jhunjhunwala Haveli: Gold-painted room

Day 4Depart from Mandawa (Shekhawati)

Breakfast and hotel check-out
Transfer to Jaipur Airport (JAI) for your journey home

How this version is planned

Licensed local guides at the major heritage sites
Timed tickets booked for sites that need them
Craft, music or cooking experiences added where they fit
Time built in to explore old quarters on foot
Sunrise and sunset kept free for shooting

This is a suggested itinerary. Sightseeing order may change with opening days, weather and local conditions; your final plan is in your written quote.

Good to know

Jaipur: Reach Amber Fort at opening time to avoid the heat and the crowds.
Mandawa (Shekhawati): Many havelis are private homes: a local guide arranges entry and explains the paintings.

At a glance

Duration: 4 days / 3 nights
Route: Jaipur, Mandawa (Shekhawati)
Ideal for: Cultural holidays, Photography holidays
Best time: October to March
Trip style: Private, customisable
Package code: NX-1PNPV5

Plan this trip

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Prices depend on dates, hotel category and group size, so we quote each trip individually.

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Typically included

Hotel stay for 3 nights with daily breakfast (hotel category as per your quote)
Private air-conditioned vehicle for transfers and sightseeing as per the itinerary
Pick-up and drop at the arrival and departure point
Driver allowances, tolls, parking and fuel for the itinerary route
Trip support from our Chennai team on WhatsApp

Not included

Flights or train tickets unless added to your quote
Lunch and dinner unless stated
Entry tickets, camera fees and optional activities unless stated
Personal expenses such as laundry, tips and shopping
Travel insurance
GST as applicable

Final inclusions are listed in your written quote.

FAQs

Questions about this trip

Can I change this itinerary?

Yes. This is a private, customisable itinerary. We can add or remove nights, change hotels, swap sightseeing and adjust the pace before you book.

When is the best time for this trip?

Jaipur: October to March. Mandawa (Shekhawati): October to March.

How do I start the trip from Chennai?

The trip begins in Jaipur (Jaipur International Airport (JAI)). We can add flights or train tickets from Chennai or any other city to your quote.

How much does this package cost?

We quote each trip individually because the price depends on travel dates, hotel category, room sharing and group size. Request a quote and we send a price on WhatsApp.