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You should have a valid visa to enter India. Nationals of Bhutan & Nepal only needs identification.
You can obtain visa from your nearest Indian consulates.
Usually a multi entry visa for a period of 120 days is granted to tourists. Visa fee vary according to Nationality.
Always keep photocopies of important documents like passport, visa and other documents.
What to take
All the usual stuff you need when you travel. |
Be light, you can always purchase something you forget. But still you should bring the following for Rajasthan:
- Loose fitting, light cotton cloths are ideal for days wear, women should wear ankle length cloths.
- Sweater, sandals, thongs, cotton hats, sunglasses, T-shirts, sun screen cream etc
- Medicines (includes inhalers and anti malaria drugs), toiletries are available here, binoculars
- Budget Travelers may need Sleeping bags, ear plugs, good padlocks, mosquito net, heavy-duty chain for securing luggage.
Money
Indian currency is the Indian Rupee (Rs/Re). You can get the currency at the banks located at the air port.
Rupee note are printed in the denominations of Rs 1000, 500, 100, 50, 20, 10.
Travelers cheque of prime banks and credit cards are widely accepted in the major cities of Rajasthan.
Almost all the private and nationalized banks have foreign exchange counters.
You can also withdraw money through your credit cards at ATM outlays of HDFC Banks. |
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Women Travelers
It is relatively safe for women to travel around, but your privacy rarely respected. Staying safe is a matter of common sense. There is special ladies queue and also separate railway compartments.
But, still you might be harassed and touching up. Best way is to avoid eye contacts, never stay late out side, and wear decent cloths (try the local dress called salwar kameez, very cheap and practical)
Traveling with children
Children of all ages are welcomed, being greeted with warmth. Winter is recommended when traveling with children.
Diarrhoea and vomiting are the most common problems, so take the usual precautions. Also take enough sun cream, as in winter also the days are quite hot. Avoid tap water, only mineral water (of good company) is recommended.
Package Tours
Rajasthan is not a small state, so do not try and put everything into your itinerary. There is always a second chance. Be clear on your objective of coming to Rajasthan, it can be your adventure tour, business tour, pleasure tour, a tour with your family in the rural setting, heritage tours etc.
Further, we give you the no. of days you might need to see a particular city. The idea is to help you in planning the no. of days for the tour. We also suggest that you keep 3-4 days for some serious relaxation and fun in the off beaten heritage hotel to really interact with true Rajasthan which you will only find in small towns and villages. You should also add days for the other activities like camel safari etc.
Ajmer
1 Day |
Alwar
1 Day |
Bharatpur
2 Day |
Bikaner
2 Days |
Bundi
11 Day |
Chittorgarh
1 Day |
Deogarh
1 Day |
Jaipur
3 Day |
Jaisalmer
3 Day |
Jodhpur
2 Day |
Karauli
1 Day |
Kota
1 Day |
Kumbhalgarh
1 Day |
Mount
Abu
2 Day |
Nagaur
1 Day |
Ranakpur
Temple
1 Day |
Sawai
Madhopur
2 Day |
Shekawati
Region
3 Day |
Samode
1 Day |
Udaipur
3 Day |
Hotel Reservations
Place to stay will be the first thing you need on your arrival in Rajasthan, and if you are coming in the season time (Oct to Feb), it is recommended that you book your hotel in advance. Rajasthan offers following type of accommodations:
Hotels
We have all category of hotels from 5 star deluxe to budget hotels, you have lot to choose from depending upon your budget and requirement.
Heritage Hotels
Once the Palaces and Royal residence of Kings and Maharaja's, are now converted into Heritage Hotels. Most of the Heritage Hotels are managed by the Royal Families only. Your advantage: You too can be part it and have the Royal experience. Most of the properties are on the out skirts of the cities, so you can also explore the local lifestyles and villages.
Guest House & Paying Guest Accommodations
If you are looking for homely atmosphere, opt for the guest house, these are small properties having not more then 10 rooms, and some guest house are very comfortable and clean. Paying guest accommodations are run by the state government with individuals entrepreneur.
Resorts and Motels
These you will mostly found along the highways, and some are beautifully designed and maintained.
Transportation
Transportation will be required to move from one city to other and also when you want to move in a city. Following type of travel mode are available in Rajasthan and can be arranged in advance:
Air
Jaipur, Jodhpur and Udaipur are connected by air. There are regular flights from Delhi and Mumbai.
Railways
All the major cities of Rajasthan are connected by trains and also to other metro cities of India. Train Journey is also very comfortable. We also have a luxurious train called "Palace on Wheel", highly recommended if you can spend money.
Buses
Rajasthan Roadways have very good bus service from Delhi to Jaipur (deluxe and AC coaches). You will also find many private company owned buses, but we will recommend you to take Rajasthan Roadways where possible. They also have ordinary buses.
Car/Taxi
In Rajasthan you will not find car on rental basis. When you book for taxi, you will also get driver. And is also recommended that you do not drive, as the traffic is not organized and changed traffic rules. You can ask your tour operator to arrange for the car. You will find all make of cars from standard Ambassador to luxurious Mercedes.
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