1. Itinerary Overview

Trip Title: 3-Day Royal Heritage Itinerary for Jodhpur — The Blue City of Rajasthan
Duration: 3 Days, 2 Nights
Travel Type: Culture + Heritage + Photography + Food
Best Time to Visit: October to March (pleasant winter weather)

2. Day-by-Day Breakdown

Day 1: Arrival & Old City Exploration

Destinations covered: Clock Tower Market → Toorji Ka Jhalra → Stepwell Café → Blue Streets (Navchokiya)
Activities planned:

• Morning: Check-in & relax
  
• Late morning/early afternoon: Sunset walk at Toorji Ka Jhalra
  
• Afternoon: Lunch nearby; then relax or take a short walk along the riverfront.
  
• Street shopping near Clock Tower
  Timings: Full day (10 AM – 8 PM)
  Travel Time: Airport to city ~20–30 mins / Within city by auto
  

Day 2: Forts & Palaces

Destinations Covered: Mehrangarh Fort → Jaswant Thada → Rao Jodha Desert Park → Umaid Bhawan Palace (Outer)
Activities planned:

• Morning: Guided tour inside Mehrangarh Fort
  
• Midday: Lakeside photos at Jaswant Thada
  
• Afternoon: Nature walk at desert park
  
• Visit Umaid Bhawan museum & royal view points
  Timings: 9 AM – 7 PM
  Travel Time: All spots within 10–20 mins of each other
  

Day 3: Local Culture & Departure

Destinations covered: Mandore Gardens → Sardar Market → Rajasthani Handicraft Shops
Activities planned:

• Morning visit to Mandore Gardens
  
• Buy traditional leather goods, spices, handicrafts
  
• Final local breakfast before checkout
  Timings: 8 AM – 3 PM
  Travel Time: City center → Mandore ~20 mins
  

3. Accommodation

Hotel/Hostel Name:

Suggestion 1: Centrally-located 3-star hotel near Clock Tower / Sardarpura / Ratanada
Best for easy access to markets, fort, and major city spots.

Suggestion 2: Boutique heritage-stay in the Old City (near Mehrangarh Fort)

Ideal for a more cultural, traditional stay with fort views and old-town vibes.
Type: Comfortable budget / mid-range (you can upgrade if you prefer luxury)
Booking links: Use standard platforms (Booking.com, Agoda, MakeMyTrip) and filter for Ahmedabad → select “Old City / Ashram Road” area.
Tips: Stay near the old city or Ashram Road for better access to heritage sites and evening walks. Avoid being too far out of town to reduce travel time.

4. Food & Dining Suggestions

Must-try dishes:

• Mirchi Vada
• Pyaaz Kachori (Janta Sweets is famous)
• Makhaniya Lassi
• Rabdi & Malai Ghewar
• Samosa & Kachori Chat
• Lal Maas Kulcha (Non-veg stalls at night markets)
• Jodhpuri Kabuli (veg rice-based dish).

5. Transport Details

How to reach the destination:

• Flight: Jodhpur Airport (domestic)
  
• Train: Direct trains from Delhi, Mumbai, Jaipur, Ahmedabad
  
• Road: Overnight buses from Jaipur, Udaipur, Jaisalmer
  

6. Packing Tips

Clothes based on season:

• Light cotton clothes Oct–Feb + jacket at night
  
• Sunglasses, hat & sunscreen
  
• Walking shoes for forts
  
• Carry cash for local markets
  
• Power bank (old city lanes = long walks)
  

Local Customs:

• Dress modestly at temples
  
• Remove footwear at heritage sites

 7. Budget Estimation

Total estimated cost (for 4 days, mid-budget):
Approx ₹18,000–₹30,000 per person (depending on hotel category, meals, transport).
Cost breakdown:

• Accommodation (3 nights mid-range) ~ ₹6,000 – ₹12,000
  
• Food (3 meals + snacks per day) ~ ₹2,000 – ₹4,000
  
• Local Transport + Day-trip Cab ~ ₹2,000 – ₹4,000
  
• Activities & Shopping ~ ₹2,000 – ₹5,000
  
• Miscellaneous Expenses ~ ₹1,000 – ₹2,000
  

8. Travel Tips & Do’s and Don’ts

Local customs:

• Do’s
  • Start fort visit early to avoid heat
  • Bargain at local markets
  • Try sunrise viewpoints
    
• Don’ts
  • Don’t take photos of locals without asking
  • Avoid visiting Mandore Gardens late evening