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ADDITIONAL ACTIVITY OPTIONS
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Whilst it’s been ensured that you don’t miss any of the key sights (or sites), there are an endless choice of other  things that you can do outside of the programmed activities. There is plenty of free time scheduled so you can choose how you use this time. The days will be warm, so undoubtedly, you’ll want to make the most of some pool time or perhaps a visit to the spa for an Ayurvedic massage? Of course, you might want some shopping time too and there’s plenty of time for that.

 

Once we hit Jaipur, there's lots of options so detailed on this page are a few extra things that you may like to include in your itinerary.​ In the itinerary, I have included some suggestions and there are lots of things we can decide to do on the day like visiting attractions, visiting shopping areas, markets, gem and jewellery shops, but there are some activities that do need to be pre-booked, so please let Sarah know later than 30 June if you are keen and she will get them sorted for you.

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Just so you know, we have free time in Jaipur on:

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Tuesday 07 October - all afternoon from lunchtime

Wednesday 08 October - lunchtime until around 4.00pm

Thursday 09 October - all day (if you want to do block printing, this is the day)

JAIPUR

Jaipur is the heart of Rajasthan and is bursting with energy and colour. The centre of Jaipur is a bustling old walled city. Jaipur became known as “The Pink City” when, in 1876, Maharaja Ram Singh had most of the buildings painted pink—the colour of hospitality—in preparation for a visit by Britain's Queen Victoria. Today, the city is known for its bazaars, forts, temples, palaces, and wildlife sanctuaries.

 

Whilst we are in Jaipur, already included in the itinerary are:

 

  • A visit to the Amber Fort

  • A visit to the Panna Meena ka Kund Stepwell

  • A Jaipur Street Food tour

  • An early morning Jaipur tour

  • A cooking class at a local Haveli

JAIPUR ACTIVITIES THAT DO NOT NEED TO BE PRE-BOOKED

This is for your information and to help you plan your time.

  • Visit the Hawa Mahal - Built from red and pink sandstone, it is on the edge of the City Palace, Jaipur, and extends to the Zenana, or women's chambers. It was designed by Lal Chand Ustad. Its five-floor exterior is akin to a honeycomb with its 953 small windows called Jharokhas decorated with intricate latticework. The original intent of the lattice design was to allow royal ladies to observe everyday life and festivals celebrated in the street below without being seen. This architectural feature also allowed cool air from the Venturi effect to pass through, thus making the whole area more pleasant during the high temperatures in summer. ₹200 per person entry fee. Pay at entry.

  • Visit the City Palace - A royal residence and former administrative headquarters of the rulers of the Jaipur State. The royal family still live here. ₹700 per person entry fee. Pay at entry.

  • Visit the Jantar Mantar - The Jantar Mantar, Jaipur is a collection of 19 astronomical instruments built by the Rajput king Sawai Jai Singh, the founder of Jaipur, Rajasthan. The monument was completed in 1734. It features the world's largest stone sundial, and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It is near City Palace and Hawa Mahal. Extremely impressive. ₹200 per person entry fee. Pay at entry.

  • Love architecture? Take a tuk tuk and go and see a fabulous example of art deco architecture – the Raj Mandir Cinema. Free.

  • Visit Albert Hall Museum – the state museum of Jaipur and well worth a visit. The museum has a rich collection of artifacts including paintings, jewelery, carpets, ivory, stone, metal sculptures, and works in crystal. ₹300 per person entry fee. Pay at entry.

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Fabulous Photo Locations:

 

  • Patrika Gate (about 20 minutes drive south of the Hawa Mahal)

  • City Palace (behind the Hawa Mahal)

 

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JAIPUR SHOPPING
RECOMMENDATIONS

  • PDKF Store – City Palace – Rajasthani styles created by local women of the Princess Diya Kumari Foundation dedicated to the empowerment of women and girls in rural Rajasthan

  • The Palace Atelier – City Palace – A fabulous Museum Store

  • Idli - Thierry Journo – “I do love India”…Thierry, a Frenchman, has been based in India for 15 years. Gorgeous designs.

  • Anokhi – started to revitalise the age old skills of block printing. Now a well-known chain based in Jaipur. Their flagship store has a great café for lunch too.

  • FabIndia – a much-loved chain of clothing and homewares all over India. Extremely well priced for great quality. FabIndia works with over 55,000 rural producers.

  • Kaushalam – Gorgeous one-of-kind, handpainted teapots, trays. glassware etc

  • Ratan – Blockprinted clothing, bedspreads and homewares.

  • Ecru – Interiors, Apparel, Gifts. Gorgeous. A lot cheaper instore than online.

  • Khanoom – Stunning hand-painted bowls, plates etc - Golcha Gardens Agra Road, Transport Nagar, Jaipur. Studio store open daily 11am-5pm

  • Jaipur Modern – Design store with Indian and Contemporary fashion, jewellery etc as well as a great restaurant.

  • Amrapali – Stunning Indian jewels both (very) precious and the best quality costume jewellery. If you are looking for a Indian jewellery souvenir to take home, it’s well worth a visit. The costume jewellery brand is called “Tribe by Amrapali” and it is stunning.

  • Heritage Textiles and Handicrafts – Great for custom tailoring, pashminas etc - Gangapole Road, 10, opposite Mahar House, Jaipur

  • Ridhi Sidhi Textiles – large wholesale showroom with clothing, homewares, pjs, sun umbrellas and a lot more – not to be missed! No website. Worth visiting early on in case you want something made. One of Sarah’s favourites

  • Explore the Bazaars - Where to start…just don’t get lost! Probably the best place to start is Bapu Bazaar. Sarah can point you in the right direction. Take a read of this for more information.

  • Invest in something a bit more sparkly - chat to Sarah about what you're after! She has great contacts.

 

JAIPUR FOOD & COFFEE RECOMMENDATIONS

  • The Johri (amazing vegetarian food), 3950, MSB Ka Rasta, Johri Bazar, Ghat Darwaza

  • Opera, F-7 Ramesh Marg, C-Scheme (Italian)

  • Meeraki Kitchen, 27, Madrampura, Opposite Pillar 88, Civil Lines

  • Home Café, B 64, Shanti Nagar Rd, Shanthi Nagar B, Gujar Ki Thadi, Shanthi Nagar, Mansarovar

  • Kothi Café, 28, Civil Lines Rd, Shivaji Nagar, Civil Lines

  • Anokhi Cafe , 2nd floor, KK Square, Prithviraj Rd, Panch Batti, C Scheme, Ashok Nagar

  • Kafeville, Subhash Marg, Plot No. D51, nr. Ahinsa Circle, Panch Batti, C Scheme, Ashok Nagar

  • Wind View Café (great chai), directly across the street from the Hawa Mahal

  • Curious Life Coffee, several outlets in C-Scheme

  • More here 

 

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JAIPUR ACTIVITIES THAT NEED TO
BE PRE-BOOKED

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