Explore Shekhawati (Mandawa) From Jaipur

Jaipur, India
Duration10h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Private tourOnly your group will participate
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

On this day trip from Jaipur, visit Mandawa, a quaint little town in the Shekhawati region of Rajasthan. The drive to Mandawa takes you through desert country. Once you reach Mandawa, you are rewarded by a riot of colors on the frescoes covering the facades of old havelis (mansions) of wealthy traders and merchants. Take your time to explore this open-air museum.

Highlights
• Fort Mandawa
• Castle Khandela
• Fresco paintings on the facades of old havelis
• Ancient step-well in Khandela

What's included

  • Entrance fees
  • 02 bottles of mineral water per person
  • Local English speaking guide
  • Transport by private air-conditioned vehicle
  • Hotel pick-up and drop-off
  • Gratuities (optional)
  • Food and drinks, unless specified

What to expect

  1. 4h · Admission ticket included
    Fort Mandawa (3 hours)

    You will be picked up from your hotel and driven to the town of Mandawa. The drive to Mandawa takes around four hours and takes you past small hamlets scattered over the desert landscape.

    The colorful backdrop of these frescoes provides for a great photo opportunity.

    Stepwell of Khandela (1 hour)

    Khandela is another town in the Shekhawati region of Rajasthan. The town dates back to two thousand years when it was an estate of the Chauhan Rajputs. Visit an ancient stepwell and learn about the history and culture of the town from your guide. The stepwells of Rajasthan were built to conserve water in the olden times and offer shelter to travellers passing by the area. Also take a look at the Castle at Khandela. It has been renovated and converted into a heritage hotel.

    Once your tour will be finished you will be driven back to fixed point / your hotel.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

From your hotel in Jaipur

Additional information

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Adult pricing applies to all travelers.
  • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking.
  • Children below 15 must be accompanied by an adult.
  • A moderate amount of walking is involved. Comfortable walking shoes, sunglasses, sunscreen and hats are highly recommended.
  • Name and gender as on passport, passport number, expiry date and country of issuance is required at time of booking. Please carry the passport on the day of the tour.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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