If you're interested in savoring the royal beauty, rich culture, and historical grandeur of Rajasthan within a day, the Same Day Jaipur Tour by Car from Safari Travels is your best bet. Popularly called the Pink City, Jaipur is renowned for its grand forts, lively bazaars, and rich architectural legacy. This day-long tour has been crafted to provide you with a complete Jaipur experience in utmost comfort and personalized care. Bidding you a early morning start from Delhi, this Jaipur tour transports you on picturesque roads to the historic city of Jaipur, where an exciting day of discovery and lifelong memories awaits.
Your adventure starts in the early morning with your pick-up from your hotel, airport, or railway station in Delhi/NCR by our professional driver from Safari Travels. Get settled into your air-conditioned vehicle for the ride to Jaipur on the Delhi–Jaipur Expressway (NH 48). The journey takes about 5 hours, and along the way, you can absorb the scenery change and views of rural Rajasthan.
Directly reach the magnificent Amber Fort, which stands on a hilltop, upon arrival in Jaipur. This 16th-century fortification is an architectural marvel of the Rajputs, famous for its imposing ramparts, courts, and hallways lined with mirrors. You can approach the fort by Jeep or by elephant ride (optional). Visit the Sheesh Mahal (Mirror Palace), Diwan-e-Aam, and other ancient wonders.
On your return from Amber Fort, break briefly at Jal Mahal, a stunning palace built in the center of Man Sagar Lake. Although access is limited, it provides a scenic view for photos and a serene moment on the lake.
Relish a typical Rajasthani lunch at one of the popular local eateries. Tickling your palate with offerings such as dal baati churma, gatte ki sabzi, laal maas, or ker sangri, as per your choice.
Post lunch, pay a visit to the majestic City Palace, which is still inhabited by the Jaipur royal family. The palace compound is a smooth combination of Mughal and Rajasthani styles of architecture, and is home to museums, courtyards, and royal attire and items.
Next, walk over to the nearby Jantar Mantar, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the world's largest astronomical observatories. Constructed by Maharaja Jai Singh II, the observatory contains impressive stone instruments employed for observing the movement of the stars centuries ago.
Take a drive to the famous Hawa Mahal, with its five-story pink structure and 953 tiny windows. Constructed for ladies of the royal family to observe city life without actually being observed, it's a reflection of the beauty of Jaipur architecture. Although the best photographs can be snapped from the street, you may even visit inside to witness its intricate corridors and chambers of the royalty.
If time allows, visit Jaipur's vibrant markets renowned for handicrafts, jewelry, fabrics, and authentic Rajasthani souvenirs. Bapu Bazaar and Johari Bazaar are good spots to shop for some local gems.
After a day of culture, history, and royal encounters, start the comfortable drive back to Delhi. Our driver provides a smooth and safe journey back.
Arrive back in Delhi by late evening. You’ll be dropped at your hotel, airport, or desired location with memories of a wonderful day in Jaipur.