Jaipur: Hawa Mahal, City Palace & Jantar Mantar Private Tour

Five Jaipur landmarks in one day, without arranging transport or timing yourself

You visit six major Jaipur landmarks (Hawa Mahal, Jantar Mantar, City Palace, Royal Gaitor, Jal Mahal, and Albert Hall Museum) in one full day with a private guide and AC vehicle. Hotel or airport pickup is included, as are all entry fees and bottled water. You handle the walking and the pace. The guide and driver handle everything else.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time spent at each

1. Hawa Mahal1h
2. Jantar Mantar1h
3. City Palace1h
4. Royal Gaitor1h
5. Jal Mahal1h
6. Albert Hall Museum1h

Explore Jaipur's historical landmarks

• Visit Hawa Mahal palace
• Explore Jantar Mantar observatory
• Tour City Palace grounds
• See Royal Gaitor tombs
• View Jal Mahal water palace
• Visit Amer Fort and Palace
• Explore Albert Hall Museum
• Enjoy shopping in local markets

The experience

"How much ground can we actually cover?" That's the question most people ask when they land in Jaipur for the first time. The answer, with a private guide and a full day, is all of it: Hawa Mahal's five-story pink lattice work, the Jantar Mantar observatory with its stone sundial (the largest in the world), City Palace with its sprawling courtyards, Royal Gaitor's carved cenotaphs, and Jal Mahal floating on Man Sagar Lake. You're not rushing between them. The AC vehicle handles the distances, and the guide handles the history, which means you're actually looking instead of navigating.

The day starts at your hotel or airport with pickup, then moves through the sites in sequence. Hawa Mahal comes first: the palace of winds built by Sawai Pratap Singh in the 18th century, designed so royal women could watch the street below without being seen. The curved arches tower above, and the pink sandstone is exactly what earned Jaipur its nickname. From there you move to Jantar Mantar, a UNESCO World Heritage site that's still used as an astronomical observatory. The monument was built by Rajput King Sawai Jai Singh and shows the architectural precision of the time. It's one of those places where the scale of the thing hits you when you're standing in front of it. City Palace comes next, with its separated gardens and courtyards that sprawl across a huge area. Parts of it are still a royal residence, which gives the whole place a lived-in quality you don't get at purely historical sites.

After lunch (on your own, though your guide can recommend spots), you'll visit Royal Gaitor: the tombs of the royal family surrounded by greenery, with yellow and pink sandstone structures carved with intricate floral patterns. Then Jal Mahal, the five-story water palace in the middle of the lake, renovated in the 18th century and still one of the most photographed structures in the city. If time allows, Albert Hall Museum rounds out the afternoon with paintings, sculptures, and artifacts that give context to everything you've seen. The tour wraps with a shopping stop in one of Jaipur's markets: the kind of place where the energy is real and your guide can point you toward the good stuff instead of the tourist traps.

Wear comfortable shoes. There's a moderate amount of walking, and the ground gets uneven at some sites. Bring a hat and sunscreen. The pink city doesn't have much shade. Your guide is professional and informative, which means the stories stick with you longer than they would on a group tour. The vehicle is air-conditioned, bottled water is included, and all entry fees are covered upfront, so there's no surprise costs at the gates.

What’s included

Your day includes hotel or airport pickup and drop-off in an air-conditioned vehicle, a professional tour guide for the full day, entry fees to all six attractions (Hawa Mahal, Jantar Mantar, City Palace, Royal Gaitor, Jal Mahal, and Albert Hall Museum), bottled water, parking charges, fuel, and all applicable taxes. A shopping stop at a local market rounds out the afternoon before your return.

Options for this experience

5 options

Full-day tour with car and driverGuide in English · 09:00Duration: 8 hours. Jaipur sightseeing by sedan, SUV or tempo traveler. 1-3 pax: private mid-size sedan with A/C. 4-7 pax: private SUV with A/C. 8-15 pax: private A/C tempo traveler. Pickup is included.

Jaipur day tour with a guideGuide in 7 languages · 09:00Duration: 8 hours. Jaipur sightseeing by sedan, SUV or tempo traveler. 1-3 pax: private mid-size sedan with A/C. 4-7 pax: private SUV with A/C. 8-15 pax: private A/C tempo traveler. Includes an informative tour guide and pickup.

Day tour with a guide and ticketsGuide in 7 languages · 09:00Duration: 8 hours. Jaipur sightseeing by sedan, SUV or tempo traveler. 1-3 pax: private A/C sedan. 4-7 pax: private A/C SUV. 8-15 pax: private A/C tempo traveler. Guide and monument tickets included. Pickup is included.

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Tour with Guide+Lunch+TicketsGuide in 7 languages · 09:00Duration: 8 hours, with multi-cuisine buffet lunch. Jaipur sightseeing by sedan, SUV or tempo traveler. 1-3 pax: private A/C sedan. 4-7 pax: private A/C SUV. 8-15 pax: private A/C tempo traveler. Guide and monument tickets included. Pickup is included.

Jaipur tour with one night's stayGuide in 7 languages · 09:00One night's stay at Marigold Inn or similar, in a deluxe room. Excellent Jaipur sightseeing tour, 8 hours, with breakfast and hotel. Private A/C car. Pickup is included.

You pick the guide language when booking.

You'll see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates and prices

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 09:00

Book up to2h before

AgesAdult (18 to 54 years) · Senior (55 to 90 years) · Youth (12 to 17 years) · Child (3 to 11 years) · Infant (under 3): free

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish, Spanish, French, German, Italian, Hindi and Japanese

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

Prices and times updated 8 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortNot recommended with heart problemsInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Janu Private Tours

Is this one for you?Book this if you want Jaipur's main landmarks in one day without arranging transport, entry tickets, or timing yourself: the private vehicle and guide take those logistics off your hands, leaving you free to focus on the sites themselves.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English, Spanish, French, German, Italian, Hindi and Japanese.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Youth (12 to 17 years); Child (3 to 11 years); Infant (under 3): free.

How long is the full-day Jaipur tour?

The tour runs for a full day, typically 8–10 hours depending on traffic and how long you spend at each site. Your guide will adjust the pace based on your interests.

Is hotel pickup included?

Yes. Pickup from your hotel or airport is included in the tour price. Confirm your location and pickup time when you book.

What's included in the price?

The tour includes the AC vehicle, professional guide, all entry fees to the attractions, bottled water, parking, fuel, and taxes. Meals are not included, but your guide can recommend restaurants.

Can I do this tour if I'm not very fit?

The tour involves a moderate amount of walking across multiple sites. Wear comfortable shoes and take breaks as needed. It's suitable for most fitness levels, but not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health.

Is the Jantar Mantar still used as an observatory?

Yes. The Jantar Mantar is a UNESCO World Heritage site and is still used as an astronomical observatory today, which is why it draws visitors from around the world.

What should I bring?

Bring comfortable walking shoes, a hat, sunscreen, and a current valid passport. Bottled water is provided, but you may want to carry extra.

Is lunch included?

No. Lunch is not included, but your guide will recommend restaurants and can help you find a spot that suits your preferences and dietary needs.