Day Trips · India
Private Jaipur Day Tour From Delhi By Car
Explore the Pink City of Jaipur by private car — Jaigarh Fort, Hawa Mahal, City Palace and more, with your own guide and driver for the whole day. Book today.
- Duration~14 hours
- Tour typePrivate Day Tour by Car — only your group
- PickupYour hotel, residence, or airport
- GuideLicensed local guide — 9 languages, no extra cost
- CancellationFree up to 24 hours before
About this tour
Discover the Pink City of Jaipur — the vibrant capital of Rajasthan — on a private same-day tour from Delhi. Marvel at grand hilltop forts, royal palaces, and centuries-old observatories that bring India’s Mughal and Rajput heritage to life.
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You travel in your own air-conditioned car with a driver who stays with you all day, and you see the landmarks that make Jaipur famous — Jaigarh Fort, Hawa Mahal, City Palace, Jal Mahal and Jantar Mantar — alongside a private guide. Monument tickets, meals and an Elephant Village visit can all be added on. Here is how the day runs.
Itinerary
Pick up from anywhere in Delhi NCR
Pickup is available from any hotel, residence, or airport in Delhi, Noida, Greater Noida, Gurgaon (Gurugram), Ghaziabad, or Faridabad — including Delhi (IGI) Airport, Hindon Airport in Ghaziabad, or Noida International Airport in Jewar.
You can choose any pickup time from 4:00 AM to 8:00 AM, depending on where you are staying. You set off early in a private air-conditioned car for a comfortable drive of around 5 hours to Jaipur via the Delhi–Jaipur Expressway, stopping along the way whenever you wish. The car and driver remain with you for the whole day.
Arrive in Jaipur — Meet Your Guide
On arrival in Jaipur, your private guide will greet you and accompany you through the day’s sightseeing, sharing the stories and history of every monument.
Visit Jaigarh Fort — Hilltop Mughal Fortress
Begin at Jaigarh Fort, the hilltop fortress overlooking Jaipur, built by Sawai Jai Singh II in 1726. It houses Jaivana, once the world’s largest cannon on wheels, and offers commanding views across the Aravalli hills.
Why Jaigarh Fort, Not Amber Fort
You will notice we visit Jaigarh Fort rather than Amber Fort, and here is why. Amber Fort is famous for the elephant rides up to its gates, and a lot of our travelers would simply rather skip them. Jaigarh stands on the very same ridge and is every bit as grand. Would you prefer Amber Fort? We are happy to swap it in for a little extra cost, and your car can drive right up to the top of Amber Fort, so there is no elephant ride needed. Want to see both forts? We can arrange that too, for a little extra cost. Just tell us once you have booked.
Hawa Mahal — Palace of Winds
Stop at the Hawa Mahal, the iconic five-story “Palace of Winds” with its honeycomb facade of 953 small windows. Built in 1799, it allowed royal women to observe street life unseen. A favorite spot for photographs.
Lunch Break in Jaipur
Pause for lunch at a restaurant of your choice. Choose from local Rajasthani restaurants or premium 5-Star dining (see What Can Be Included).
Visit City Palace — Royal Heritage Complex
Explore the City Palace, a sprawling complex of courtyards, gardens, and buildings begun by Sawai Jai Singh II. Still partly home to the royal family, it blends Rajput and Mughal architecture and houses a fascinating museum.
Jal Mahal — Lakefront Viewpoint
Stop at the Jal Mahal, the “Water Palace” that appears to float on Man Sagar Lake. The lower floors sit below the waterline; the view from the lakeshore is one of Jaipur’s most photographed sights.
Visit Jantar Mantar — UNESCO World Heritage Site
Conclude the sightseeing at Jantar Mantar, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the largest of the stone astronomical observatories built by Sawai Jai Singh II. It includes the world’s largest stone sundial.
Elephant Village (Optional Visit)
For an unhurried, ethical encounter with elephants, an Elephant Village visit near Jaipur can be added to the day. It includes interaction, feeding, and photographs in a relaxed setting. Please request it at the time of booking.
US$40 per person.Return to Delhi
After the sightseeing is complete, you settle back into the car for the return drive to Delhi via the Delhi–Jaipur Expressway, arriving in the late evening. Your driver drops you at any hotel, residence, or airport in Delhi, Noida, Greater Noida, Gurgaon (Gurugram), Ghaziabad, or Faridabad — including Delhi (IGI) Airport, Hindon Airport in Ghaziabad, or Noida International Airport in Jewar.
What's included
- Pickup and drop-off from any hotel, residence, or airport in Delhi, Noida, Greater Noida, Gurgaon (Gurugram), Ghaziabad, or Faridabad
- Return transport Delhi–Jaipur–Delhi by private air-conditioned car, with driver
- Private air-conditioned car for sightseeing in Jaipur
- Dedicated private guide in Jaipur
- Bottled water
- Driver allowance, parking fees, tolls, and applicable taxes
What's not included
- Tips and gratuities
- Personal expenses
Your vehicle
Allocated by the size of your group. Every tour travels in a private air-conditioned vehicle with a professional driver.
- 1–2Sedan (Dzire / Etios)A comfortable, fuel-efficient choice that suits solo travelers and couples who want an easy private ride.
- 3–4MPV (Suzuki Ertiga)Roomy and smooth on the road — a relaxed fit for small groups and families traveling together.
- 5SUV (Toyota Innova)A firm favorite for families of five, with generous space, a higher seat, and a dependable ride.
- 6–12Tempo Traveler (Force Traveler)A high-capacity van with push-back seats and large windows, keeping bigger groups comfortable throughout the day.
- 13+Mini Coach / BusA mini coach or full-size coach, allocated to suit the size of your group and luggage.
Prefer a larger or more comfortable vehicle? Upgrades are available at an additional cost — simply let us know your preference when booking.
Before you go
Important notes for this tour.
- This tour is operated entirely by private air-conditioned car — the same vehicle and driver stay with you from pickup in Delhi, through the sightseeing in Jaipur, and on the return to Delhi.
- To beat the traffic, the best time to start is 4:00 AM to 6:00 AM.
- You may keep your luggage in the car throughout the tour — your driver stays with the vehicle for the duration of the tour.
- All Jaipur monuments are open seven days a week; there is no weekly closure day.
- No “skip-the-line” system exists at the monuments. If any website claims otherwise, that information is incorrect.
- Photography is permitted at most monuments; some interiors have restrictions or a small camera fee.
- Comfortable clothing and footwear are recommended — the tour involves a fair amount of walking and some climbs.
- Please carry a valid photo ID — it may be required at the monuments. A clear photograph of the ID on your mobile phone is also acceptable.
Questions travelers ask
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Can the vehicle be upgraded for this tour?
Yes, a vehicle upgrade is available. Please contact us in advance — an additional cost applies.
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Will the guide help with photography at the monuments?
Our guides have years of experience and know the best vantage points at every monument, including Instagram-worthy shots. They will be glad to help with your photography.
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Is customer support available 24/7 during the tour?
Yes, our customer support team is available 24/7 throughout your tour for any assistance you may need.
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Is this tour by car or by train?
This tour is operated by private air-conditioned car throughout — Delhi to Jaipur, sightseeing in Jaipur, and the return to Delhi. A separate express-train version of this Jaipur day tour is available if you would prefer to travel by rail.
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Why is Amber Fort not included in the tour?
We take you to Jaigarh Fort instead. Amber Fort is known for the elephant rides up the hill, and many travelers prefer not to do them, so we feature Jaigarh Fort, which sits on the same hill. If you would rather visit Amber Fort, we are happy to swap it in for a little extra cost, and your car can drive right up to the top, so no elephant ride is needed. To see both forts, a little extra cost applies. Just tell us after booking.
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What monuments are visited on this tour?
The tour covers Jaigarh Fort, Hawa Mahal, City Palace, Jal Mahal, and Jantar Mantar (a UNESCO World Heritage Site). Amber Fort is not part of the standard tour, as it is associated with the elephant rides many travelers prefer to skip, though it can be swapped in for Jaigarh on request for a little extra cost. An Elephant Village visit is available as an optional add-on.
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Are monument tickets included?
No — monument tickets are offered as optional add-ons. If you add them, your guide will have the tickets ready in advance so you do not have to queue separately to purchase them.
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How long is the journey from Delhi to Jaipur?
The drive is approximately 5 hours each way via the Delhi–Jaipur Expressway, which is why an early start is recommended.
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How early does the tour start?
You can choose any pickup time from 4:00 AM to 8:00 AM, depending on where you are staying in Delhi NCR. An earlier start gives you a longer, more relaxed day in Jaipur.
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What pickup and drop-off locations are available?
Pickup and drop-off are available from any hotel, residence, or airport in Delhi, Noida, Greater Noida, Gurgaon (Gurugram), Ghaziabad, or Faridabad, including Delhi (IGI) Airport, Hindon Airport in Ghaziabad, and Noida International Airport in Jewar.
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Can I be picked up from the airport?
Yes, airport pickup is available. Please share your flight details at the time of booking so we can schedule your pickup accordingly.
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Can this tour be tailored to our preferences?
Yes — this tour can be tailored to suit your preferences. The choice of monuments, the pace of the day, and add-ons such as dining options can be adjusted on request.
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Are meals included?
Meals are not included but are available as optional add-ons — please see the Optional Add-On Meals table for current prices.
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Is the guide private?
Yes — your guide, your car, and your driver are private to your group for the entire day. You share the tour with no one else.
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Can I add an Elephant Village visit?
Yes — an ethical Elephant Village visit near Jaipur is available as an optional add-on at $40 per person, adding around 1 to 1.5 hours to the day.
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What languages are available for the guide?
All nine — English, Hindi, French, Spanish, German, Italian, Japanese, Mandarin, and Russian — are included at no extra cost. Just tell us which you’d like when you book and we’ll assign a guide who speaks it.
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Is there a weekly closure day for the monuments?
No — the Jaipur monuments on this tour are open seven days a week.
