Rajasthan Tour from Chandigarh 2026 — 7 Day Complete Guide
By Immortal Journeys Team · June 2026 · 9 min read
Rajasthan is India's most royal state — majestic forts, colourful bazaars, desert safaris, and lake palaces. From Chandigarh, it's just an overnight journey, making it the perfect 7-day escape.
⚡ Quick Facts:
Distance from Chandigarh: 260km to Jaipur (4 hours by road/train)
Package cost: ₹21,999–35,000/person (7 days)
Best time: October to March (pleasant weather)
Cities covered: Jaipur → Jodhpur → Jaisalmer → Udaipur
7-Day Rajasthan Itinerary
Day 1 — Chandigarh to Jaipur (Pink City)
Early morning drive/train to Jaipur → Check-in → Hawa Mahal (Palace of Winds) → Jantar Mantar observatory → Johari Bazaar shopping → Evening: Light & Sound show at Amber Fort
Day 2 — Jaipur Forts
Sunrise elephant ride up to Amber Fort → City Palace museum → Albert Hall Museum → Nahargarh Fort (sunset view of Jaipur) → Chokhi Dhani for traditional Rajasthani dinner
Day 3 — Jaipur to Jodhpur (Blue City)
Drive to Jodhpur (5.5 hrs) → Mehrangarh Fort (massive! 500 years old) → Jaswant Thada marble memorial → Blue City rooftop view → Clock Tower market for local shopping
Day 4 — Jodhpur to Jaisalmer (Golden City)
Drive to Jaisalmer (3.5 hrs) → Jaisalmer Fort (living fort — people still live inside!) → Patwon ki Haveli → Sunset at Sam Sand Dunes → Overnight desert camp with folk music
Day 5 — Desert Safari + Jaisalmer
Camel safari at sunrise → Gadisar Lake → Kuldhara ghost village → Drive to Udaipur (7 hrs) → Night in Udaipur
Day 6 — Udaipur (City of Lakes)
Lake Pichola boat ride → City Palace (stunning lake views) → Jagdish Temple → Saheliyon ki Bari garden → Sunset at Dudh Talai viewpoint → Dinner: Rooftop restaurant overlooking lake
Day 7 — Udaipur to Chandigarh
Morning: Fateh Sagar Lake → Vintage Car Museum → Afternoon: Flight/train back to Chandigarh
Cost Breakdown
Expense
Budget
Mid-Range
Train/bus Chandigarh-Jaipur
₹800
₹2,000
Hotels (6 nights)
₹5,400
₹12,000
Cab (all 7 days)
₹7,000
₹10,000
Entry fees
₹1,500
₹2,000
Desert camp (1 night)
₹2,000
₹4,000
Food (7 days)
₹3,500
₹6,000
Total/person
₹20,200
₹36,000
Don't Miss These Rajasthan Experiences
🌅 Thar Desert sunrise camel ride — most magical morning of your life
🏰 Mehrangarh Fort audio tour — 2 hours well spent
🛍️ Jaipur jewelry shopping — kundan, meenakari, silver at great prices
🍽️ Dal Baati Churma — Rajasthan's signature dish, try at Chokhi Dhani
October to March is ideal. December-January can be cold at night but days are pleasant. Avoid April-June — extreme heat (45°C+). Many forts and deserts are uncomfortable in summer.