Kumbhalgarh Fort & Ranakpur Temple: Private Day Trip from Udaipur

Kumbhalgarh Fort's 36-kilometer wall was built across the Aravalli Hills in the 15th century and still stands almost complete.

A private day trip from Udaipur to two major historical and religious sites: Kumbhalgarh Fort, a UNESCO World Heritage fortress in the Aravalli Hills built by Rana Kumbha in the 15th century, and Ranakpur temple, one of the oldest Jain temples dedicated to Adinath. The tour runs 12 hours with a professional guide in your choice of language, private AC transport, pickup and drop-off anywhere in Udaipur, and complimentary water and umbrella. You choose at checkout whether to add monument entry tickets or arrange them separately.

Step-by-step itinerary

Visit Kumbhalgarh Fort and Ranakpur Temple

• Travel to Kumbhalgarh Fort
• Explore Kumbhalgarh Fort with guide
• Travel to Ranakpur village
• Visit Ranakpur Jain Temple

The experience

The day starts with pickup from your Udaipur hotel or location, then a drive into the Aravalli Hills toward Kumbhalgarh Fort. The fortress sits in the Rajsamand district near Udaipur and is part of the Hill Forts of Rajasthan UNESCO World Heritage Site. Built during the 15th century by Rana Kumbha, the fort's scale becomes clear as you walk its grounds with your private guide, who explains the Mewar history and the fortress's role in the region's defense. The guide speaks English, Spanish, Italian, French or one of several other languages, so the details come in the words you understand.

After Kumbhalgarh, the route continues to Ranakpur village in the Pali district, where the Jain temple of Adinath stands as one of the oldest Jain temples in Rajasthan. The temple is dedicated to Adinath, the first Tirthankar in Jain tradition, and the guide walks you through its religious and architectural significance. The full day (sightseeing, transport, guide time and the drive back to Udaipur) takes around 12 hours, so you see both sites without rushing between them.

Transport is in a private AC car with a driver, which means no shared stops, no waiting for other groups, and the flexibility to spend more time at whichever site interests you most. Parking fees, fuel, tolls and taxes are covered. You'll want comfortable walking shoes and clothes suitable for temple visits. Bring or use the complimentary umbrella if the sun is strong. All travelers need a valid photo ID (on your phone is fine) for monument entry.

What’s included

• Pickup and drop-off to anywhere in Udaipur.
• private AC car with driver.
• professional tour guide in your choice of language.
• all parking fees, fuel, tolls and taxes.
• complimentary water bottles and umbrella.

Options for this experience

2 options

Tickets Not IncludedGuide in 9 languages · 9 departure times: the first at 06:00, the last at 10:00Private car and guide, with pickup included

Tickets IncludedGuide in 9 languages · 9 departure times: the first at 06:00, the last at 10:00Private car, guide and tickets, with pickup 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 day9 departure times: the first at 06:00, the last at 10:00

Book up to10h before

AgesAdult (15 and older) · Child (under 15)

GroupUp to 500

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

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 12 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortWheelchair accessibleAccessible transportInfant seats availablePublic transport nearby

Operated by Keeper Landwey

Is this one for you?Book this tour if you want to see two major historical sites in a single day without arranging transport, a guide or the logistics between them: the private car and fixed itinerary mean the day holds together, and you can spend as much time as you want at each stop.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

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

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (under 15).

What is Kumbhalgarh Fort and why is it a UNESCO World Heritage Site?

Kumbhalgarh Fort is a 15th-century Mewar fortress built by Rana Kumbha in the Aravalli Hills near Udaipur. It is part of the Hill Forts of Rajasthan UNESCO World Heritage Site and is notable for its extensive fortification walls and historical significance in the region's defense.

Can I visit both Kumbhalgarh Fort and Ranakpur temple in one day?

Yes, the tour covers both sites in a single 12-hour day trip from Udaipur. You travel between them in a private AC car with your guide, so the route and timing are arranged for you.

What's included in the tour price, and do I need to buy monument tickets separately?

The tour includes pickup and drop-off anywhere in Udaipur, private AC transport with a driver, a professional guide for the full day, parking fees, fuel, tolls, taxes, water bottles and an umbrella. At checkout, you choose whether to add monument entry tickets or arrange them yourself.

What should I bring or wear for this day trip?

Wear comfortable walking shoes and clothes suitable for temple visits. Bring a valid photo ID (a mobile photo works) for monument entry. An umbrella is provided, but you may want sunscreen and a hat depending on the season.