Daily costs per person in Indian Rupees (₹). Rajasthan offers extraordinary value, with world-class forts, vibrant bazaars, and unforgettable food at prices that let you travel for weeks.
Daily cost breakdown
Currency: INR (Rupee/₹) (1 USD ≈ ₹84)
| Category | Budget | Mid-range | Splurge | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Accommodation | ₹400–1,000 | ₹2,000–4,500 | ₹10,000+ | Hostels → heritage havelis → palace hotels |
| Food | ₹200–400 | ₹500–1,000 | ₹2,000+ | Street food → restaurants → fine dining |
| Transport | ₹50–200 | ₹300–600 | ₹1,500+ | Public bus & shared auto → private auto → car + driver |
| Activities | ₹500–1,000 | ₹1,200–2,000 | ₹3,000+ | Composite ticket → individual forts + guides → private tours |
| Drinks | ₹40–100 | ₹200–400 | ₹600+ | Chai & lassi → craft beer → cocktail bars |
| Daily Total | ₹1,190–2,700 | ₹4,200–8,500 | ₹17,100+ | $14–32 → $50–101 → $204+ |
Money-saving tips
Jaipur composite ticket
The Jaipur Composite Ticket (₹1,000) covers Amber Fort, Nahargarh Fort, Hawa Mahal, Jantar Mantar, Albert Hall Museum, Sisodia Rani Garden, and Isarlat. It saves ₹600+ over individual tickets, and you can buy it at any covered monument.
Stay in the old city
Heritage havelis in Jaipur's old city offer atmospheric rooms from ₹600–1,500/night. Zostel Jaipur (₹400 dorm) and Moustache Hostel (₹500 dorm) are top-rated budget options near the main attractions.
Rajasthani street food
Pyaaz kachori ₹30, dal bati ₹50, mirchi vada ₹20, lassi ₹40, thali ₹120–250. Rajasthan's vegetarian food tradition means incredible flavour at tiny prices. The bazaar food stalls are some of India's best.
Public transport
Local buses run from Jaipur to Amber Fort for ₹15. Shared autos around the city cost ₹10–30. For longer trips, RSRTC government buses to Pushkar (₹200) and Jodhpur (₹500) are reliable and air-conditioned.
Free walking tours
Several free walking tours operate in Jaipur's old city, tips only. The pink architecture itself is the main attraction. Galtaji temple, Panna Meena stepwell, and Amer village are all free to explore.
Haggle at markets
Start at 25–30% of the asking price in Jaipur's bazaars. Textiles, jewellery, and crafts are cheaper here than Delhi. For guaranteed quality at fixed prices, visit Anokhi (block prints) or Rajasthali (government emporium).
