Exploring Amer: Self-Guided Tour of Fort & Hidden Alleys

Jaipur, India
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Duration3h - 4h
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Private tourOnly your group will participate

Overview

Skip crowded group tours and rigid schedules—discover the charm of Amber at your own pace with a self-guided audio tour.

In this experience, you will step beyond the grandeur of Amer Fort and into the living heritage of a 700-year-old town that was once the former capital of the Kachhwaha Rajputs.

You will wander through narrow alleys lined with historic homes, ancient temples, and vibrant local life. Along the way, you will uncover the site's royal past, connection to Jaipur, and everyday lives of the communities that still call it home.

On this self-guided walk, get ready to witness hidden architectural details, sacred spaces, and viewpoints that most visitors miss.

The tour is accessed via an app and includes recorded narration with a GPS-guided route. It is perfect for history lovers, culture seekers, and curious travelers who like to explore beyond the mainstream itineraries.

What's included

  • Tourismo App (Android and iOS)
  • Amer Fort and Amer Town audio tour via promo code
  • Access to maps and contextual details
  • Transportation
  • Earphones/Smartphones
  • Food & Drink

What to expect

  1. Amber fort
    2h · Admission ticket not included
    The tour starts with an exploration of the ancient Amber Fort at the top of the hill. Spend 1-2 hours exploring its royal chambers, gardens and stories of those who lived and ruled from here. Then exit the fort through Chand Pol (Moon gate)
  2. Amer
    20m
    The walking tour into the town begins at Bharmal's old palace, which currently stands abandoned with a courtyard now used as a parking. What keeps it alive though is a hidden temple inside with an engaging story to tell.
  3. Jagat Shiromani Ji Temple
    40m
    The tour passes through the jewel of Amer - the Jagat Shiromani temple and an adjoining Neminath Jain temple. The importance of spirituality and temples is discussed in detail
  4. Panna Meena ka Kund
    20m
    The journey continues through the town towards one of the most iconic pieces of ancient water engineering - the Panna Meena Stepwell
  5. Anokhi Museum of Hand Printing
    20m
    The walk heads to an old restored haveli (mansion) that was bought, conserved and relaunched as the Anokhi Museum - a space that respects and preserves the ancient art of handprinting still popular in Rajasthan

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

The tour starts with an exploration of Amer Fort. It's more fun to take the staircase and enter through the Sun Gate (Suraj Pol) instead of taking a cab to the rear Moon gate (Chand Pol). Spend 2-3 hours exploring the fort, then walk out of the Moon gate into Amer town.

End point

The tour concludes at the Royal Cenotaphs of Amer - a burial site of some of Amer's most visionary and bold rulers

Additional information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

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