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One of the first questions international travellers ask us is:
“How much does a Rajasthan trip cost?”
The answer isn't as simple as converting an Indian package price into dollars, pounds or Australian dollars.
Your actual cost depends on how long you stay, which cities you visit, the type of hotels you choose, whether you travel by private car or public transport, the season you visit and how much you want to experience along the way.
Rajasthan can be surprisingly affordable for international travellers, but there is a big difference between travelling on a backpacker budget and having a comfortable private holiday with good hotels, a dedicated driver and carefully planned experiences.
At Take A Break, we plan private and customised Rajasthan holidays for couples, families and small groups. Based on the kind of trips we regularly plan, this guide will give you a realistic idea of what Rajasthan can cost in USD, GBP and AUD in 2026.
For a comfortable 6–8 day Rajasthan holiday, a realistic starting point for international travellers is approximately:
| Travel Style | Approx. INR | Approx. USD | Approx. GBP | Approx. AUD |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Budget | ₹20,000–₹35,000 | $210–$365 | £155–£275 | A$295–A$515 |
| Comfortable | ₹35,000–₹60,000 | $365–$625 | £275–£470 | A$515–A$880 |
| Premium | ₹60,000–₹1,00,000 | $625–$1,045 | £470–£780 | A$880–A$1,465 |
| Luxury | ₹1,00,000+ | $1,045+ | £780+ | A$1,465+ |
These figures are for the Rajasthan portion of the trip and generally do not include your international flights to India.
They are also not fixed package prices.
Your actual cost can be lower or considerably higher depending on your travel style.
For two people travelling together, Rajasthan can offer excellent value because the cost of a private car and driver is shared between the two travellers.
A comfortable 6–8 day private Rajasthan holiday for a couple might typically include:
Comfortable hotels
Daily breakfast
Private air-conditioned vehicle
Dedicated driver
Fuel
Toll taxes
Parking
Airport or railway transfers
Depending on the itinerary, activities such as desert camping, safaris, guides, monument tickets and special experiences may be additional.
A comfortable private trip for two could therefore fall somewhere around:
₹70,000–₹1,20,000 per couple
before international flights and depending on hotel category, route and season.
There isn't one standard Rajasthan package price because every itinerary is different.
Here are the biggest factors.
This is the most obvious factor.
A 4-night Rajasthan trip will naturally cost less than a 10-night journey.
However, adding days doesn't always increase your budget as dramatically as you might expect.
If you already have a private vehicle, adding another sightseeing day may mainly mean paying for another hotel night and daily vehicle cost.
The bigger question is whether the additional destinations are worth the extra travel time.
Rajasthan is India's largest state, and the distances between destinations are significant.
Accommodation is one of the biggest variables in your Rajasthan budget.
You can find everything from simple guesthouses to restored havelis and luxury palace hotels.
Approximately:
₹1,500–₹3,000 per room/night
Suitable for travellers who care more about location and basic comfort than luxury facilities.
Approximately:
₹3,500–₹7,000 per room/night
This is where many international travellers find the best balance between comfort and price.
You can find clean, well-located hotels, boutique properties and heritage-style stays without paying luxury prices.
Approximately:
₹7,000–₹15,000+ per room/night
These can include beautiful heritage properties, boutique hotels and more premium experiences.
Prices can easily go beyond:
₹20,000–₹50,000+ per room/night
Some of Rajasthan's famous palace hotels can cost significantly more during peak dates.
You don't need to stay in a luxury palace hotel every night to experience Rajasthan's heritage.
One approach we often recommend is mixing accommodation categories.
For example:
Comfortable hotel in Jaipur → heritage haveli in Jodhpur → desert camp in Jaisalmer
This can give you a more interesting experience without making the entire trip expensive.
For international travellers, this is one of the most important parts of the budget.
Rajasthan is a destination where having a private car can make a significant difference.
A private vehicle allows you to travel directly between hotels, stop along the way, adjust your sightseeing schedule and avoid constantly arranging taxis.
As a broad 2026 planning range:
Sedan: ₹3,500–₹4,500 per day
SUV such as Innova: ₹5,000–₹6,500 per day
Tempo Traveller: approximately ₹7,500–₹11,000 per day
Actual rates vary depending on the route, season, vehicle, number of days and supplier.
The vehicle cost may include:
Driver
Fuel
Toll taxes
Parking
Driver allowance
But don't assume every quotation includes everything.
Always ask.
A cheaper quote can sometimes exclude tolls, parking, interstate taxes or certain transfers.
Food can be one of the easiest parts of your Rajasthan trip to control.
You can eat extremely cheaply if you're comfortable with local restaurants, or spend considerably more at luxury hotels and fine-dining restaurants.
Approximately:
₹150–₹400 per person
Approximately:
₹400–₹1,000 per person
Approximately:
₹1,000–₹2,500+ per person
For most international travellers staying in comfortable hotels, we would recommend budgeting approximately:
₹800–₹1,500 per person per day
for meals if breakfast is already included in your hotel.
And don't leave Rajasthan without trying some local food.
Look out for:
Dal Baati Churma
Laal Maas
Gatte ki Sabzi
Pyaaz Kachori
Mirchi Bada
Mawa Kachori
Rajasthani Thali
Ghewar
Lassi
Rajasthan has some of India's most spectacular forts and palaces.
Many major attractions have entry fees, and prices can differ for Indian and foreign visitors.
Your sightseeing budget may include:
Fort entry tickets
Palace entry
Museums
Guides
Safari permits
Jeep safaris
Boat rides
Desert activities
Cultural performances
A reasonable starting point for a typical Rajasthan itinerary is around:
₹1,500–₹4,000 per person
for general sightseeing and monument tickets.
If you add a wildlife safari, private guide, special activities or premium experiences, the cost can increase considerably.
If Jaisalmer is part of your itinerary, spending a night in the Thar Desert is one of the experiences worth considering.
A desert camp may include:
Tent accommodation
Dinner
Breakfast
Cultural performance
Folk music
Camel ride
Sunset experience
Prices vary enormously.
A basic camp can be relatively affordable, while premium luxury camps can cost several times more.
For many travellers, the sweet spot is a comfortable desert camp with good tents, clean bathrooms, dinner and a genuine cultural performance.
You don't necessarily need the most expensive camp to enjoy the desert.
Let's put everything together.
Suppose you're a couple travelling for seven days and want a comfortable private Rajasthan holiday covering:
Jaipur → Jodhpur → Jaisalmer
A realistic budget could look something like this:
| Expense | Approx. Cost for Couple |
|---|---|
| Hotels | ₹25,000–₹40,000 |
| Private vehicle | ₹25,000–₹35,000 |
| Food | ₹10,000–₹15,000 |
| Sightseeing / activities | ₹5,000–₹10,000 |
| Desert experience | ₹6,000–₹12,000 |
| Miscellaneous | ₹3,000–₹5,000 |
| Estimated Total | ₹74,000–₹1,17,000 |
That translates roughly to:
US$770–$1,220
£580–£915
A$1,090–A$1,720
This is a realistic planning range rather than a fixed quotation.
Flights to India, international airfare, shopping and major personal expenses are not included.
Compared with many European, North American or Australian destinations, Rajasthan can offer excellent value.
But there is a misconception that India is automatically cheap.
It isn't.
You can certainly travel around Rajasthan on a very small budget.
But if you're looking for:
Good hotels
Private transportation
Comfortable rooms
Reliable drivers
Well-planned sightseeing
Local experiences
Good restaurants
then your budget needs to reflect that.
The good news is that you don't have to spend luxury-hotel money to have a comfortable Rajasthan holiday.
The biggest advantage of Rajasthan is the range of options.
You can spend more where it matters and save where it doesn't.
Here's a simple way to think about it.
You might choose:
Guesthouses
Budget hotels
Trains and buses
Local restaurants
Shared experiences
Approximate Rajasthan budget:
₹20,000–₹35,000 per person for 6–8 days
You might choose:
Good 3–4 star hotels
Private vehicle
Breakfast
Comfortable restaurants
Selected activities
Some heritage stays
Approximate budget:
₹35,000–₹60,000 per person
This is the category we find works particularly well for couples and families who want comfort without turning the trip into a luxury holiday.
You might choose:
Boutique and heritage hotels
Private SUV
Private guides
Premium desert camp
Special experiences
Better dining
Approximate budget:
₹60,000–₹1,00,000+ per person
This can include:
Palace hotels
Luxury camps
Premium SUVs
Private guides
Exclusive experiences
Fine dining
Budget:
₹1,00,000+ per person
And there really isn't a strict upper limit.
If budget is your priority, avoid the most expensive peak dates.
The most popular Rajasthan travel season is generally:
October to March
The weather is comfortable, but demand can also be higher.
December, Christmas, New Year and certain holiday periods can push hotel prices significantly higher.
If you have flexibility, travelling during shoulder periods can offer better value.
However, don't choose your travel month purely based on price.
Rajasthan's weather varies considerably throughout the year, and extreme summer temperatures can make sightseeing uncomfortable.
You don't need to choose the cheapest hotel or eliminate experiences to reduce your budget.
Instead, make smarter decisions.
More destinations mean more driving and more hotel changes.
A slower 7-day trip can be more enjoyable than a rushed 7-day trip covering five cities.
Stay in a comfortable hotel most nights and add one heritage or desert experience.
If you're travelling as a couple or family, the cost of a private vehicle can become reasonable when divided between the travellers.
Popular heritage properties and desert camps can become expensive or unavailable during peak season.
Check whether the quotation includes:
Private vehicle
Fuel
Tolls
Parking
Driver allowance
Breakfast
Desert camp
Activities
Transfers
A ₹80,000 package with everything included can sometimes be better value than a ₹70,000 package that requires another ₹15,000 in additions.
Not necessarily.
If you are an experienced independent traveller and enjoy figuring things out yourself, Rajasthan is possible to explore independently.
But a private customised tour becomes attractive when you want:
One vehicle + one driver + one itinerary + local support
instead of arranging every part yourself.
This is particularly useful for first-time visitors to India.
You don't have to worry about:
Which taxi to take
Whether the driver is reliable
How to reach your hotel
Where to stop between cities
How much to pay locally
How to reorganise the itinerary when something changes
You can simply enjoy the journey.
And that's the difference between buying transportation and having a travel operation looking after your holiday.
At Take A Break, we don't believe international travellers need a completely different Rajasthan.
They need a Rajasthan experience planned with a little more clarity.
Our private Rajasthan trips can be customised around:
Your travel dates
Number of travellers
Hotel preferences
Budget
Preferred cities
Travel pace
Interests
Private transportation
Experiences
For example, a first-time couple could choose:
Jaipur → Jodhpur → Jaisalmer
while another couple may prefer:
Udaipur → Jodhpur → Jaisalmer
A family may want fewer long drives and more comfortable hotels.
A traveller interested in photography may want more time at forts, villages and landscapes.
There isn't one correct Rajasthan itinerary.
There is only the itinerary that makes sense for your trip.
If you want a simple number to start planning with, we'd suggest this:
For a comfortable 6–8 day private Rajasthan trip, excluding your international flights to India, plan approximately:
₹35,000–₹60,000
≈ US$365–$625
≈ £275–£470
≈ A$515–A$880
For a couple:
₹70,000–₹1,20,000
≈ US$730–$1,250
≈ £545–£940
≈ A$1,030–A$1,765
These are planning ranges, not fixed package prices.
Your final cost will depend on your hotels, route, season, vehicle and experiences.
The most important thing is not to ask:
“What is the cheapest Rajasthan package?”
Instead ask:
“What kind of Rajasthan experience do I want, and what should I realistically budget for it?”
That's how you avoid both overspending and under-budgeting.
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