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2 days in Jodhpur

The Blue City under Mehrangarh, one of India's mightiest forts.

Best time: Oct – Mar
Ideal length: 2 days
A day, mid-range: ₹4,500 per person
Trip for two: about ₹18,000

Planning a 2-day trip to Jodhpur? Here's a day-by-day Jodhpur itinerary with what it costs, where to stay and how to get there, ready to follow or make your own.

Why go now

Pleasant 25°C days from October to March make the fort climb and old-city walks easy; the Rajasthan International Folk Festival is held at the fort around October.

Jodhpur's old city is a maze of indigo-blue houses at the foot of Mehrangarh, one of India's most imposing forts. It's compact and easy to enjoy in two days, with great street food, a lively clock-tower market and some of Rajasthan's best heritage hotels.

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October to March: 24–30°C days, 10–15°C nights in winter.

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Don't miss

Best things to do in Jodhpur

01
Mehrangarh Fort
Towering walls, palace rooms and the best museum audio guide in Rajasthan.
02
Jaswant Thada
A white marble cenotaph by a lake, a short walk from the fort.
03
Toorji ka Jhalra
A restored 18th-century stepwell ringed by cafés.
04
Umaid Bhawan Palace
An Art Deco palace; part museum, part hotel, still a royal home.

Day by day

Jodhpur itinerary for 2 days

D1
Day 1: Mehrangarh and the blue city
Morning
Be at Mehrangarh when it opens (9 AM). The audio guide walks you through palaces, armoury and the cradle and palanquin galleries. Finish on the ramparts for views over the blue houses.
Afternoon
Walk down to Jaswant Thada, the marble cenotaph by a small lake. Then lose yourself in the blue lanes of Navchokiya and Brahmpuri on foot.
Evening
Sunset drinks or dinner on a rooftop facing the floodlit fort. Try laal maas or a vegetarian Rajasthani thali.
Do the Flying Fox zipline over the fort walls if you like a thrill.
D2
Day 2: Palaces, stepwell and street food
Morning
Visit the Umaid Bhawan Palace museum, the royal family's Art Deco home, including the vintage car collection.
Afternoon
Toorji ka Jhalra, the restored stepwell, and the cafés around it. Then the clock tower and Sardar Market for spices, tie-dye and bangles.
Evening
Snack crawl: mirchi vada and pyaaz kachori at Janta Sweet Home, then a makhaniya lassi at Shri Mishrilal before you leave.
Carry small change for the market.

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Shorter or longer

Jodhpur in 1, 2 or 4 days

1 day in Jodhpur

Follow days 1 to 1 above and leave out “Palaces, stepwell and street food”. Start early each day and book the main sights ahead.

4 days in Jodhpur

Slow down with a free day for a spa, a cooking class or simply wandering, then add 1 day in Jaisalmer.

Jodhpur trip from your city

From Mumbai:About 2 hours by flight
From Pune:About 2 hours by flight
From Ahmedabad:About 7 hours by road or train

What it costs

Jodhpur trip budget

Style	Per person, a day	2 days for two
Budget	₹1,800	₹7,200
Mid-range	₹4,500	₹18,000
Luxury	₹25,000+	₹1,00,000

Stay, food, local transport and entry fees; travel to Jodhpur is extra. Rough guides from recent prices, so check before you book.

Where to stay

Best hotels in Jodhpur for every budget

Budget
Haveli guesthouses
Navchokiya & stepwell
Blue-city homes turned guesthouses with fort views.
from ₹1,500 /night
Prices
Mid-range
Pal Haveli
Gulab Sagar
A family-run 19th-century haveli with a rooftop restaurant facing the fort.
from ₹6,500 /night
Prices
Luxury
Umaid Bhawan Palace
Cantonment
Live like a maharaja in the royal family's working palace.
from ₹45,000 /night
Prices

What to eat

Food to try in Jodhpur

Mirchi vada
A big green chilli stuffed with potato and fried.
Makhaniya lassi
Thick, saffron-scented lassi topped with butter.
Laal maas
Fiery Rajasthani mutton curry.

Getting there

How to reach Jodhpur

Travel: Jodhpur airport has direct flights from Delhi, Mumbai and Bengaluru; trains from Jaipur take about 5 hours.
Getting around: Walk the old city; autos (₹100–250) for Umaid Bhawan and Mandore. The Flying Fox zipline at the fort is a fun extra.

Buy the Mehrangarh ticket with the audio guide; it's excellent.
Try a makhaniya lassi at Shri Mishrilal near the clock tower.

Before you go

What to pack for Jodhpur

Power bank and charging cables
ID (Aadhaar or licence)
A scarf for sun and sand
A warm layer for desert nights
Clothes that cover shoulders and knees for temples

Good questions

Jodhpur trip FAQs

How many days are enough for Jodhpur?

2 days are enough to see the highlights: Mehrangarh Fort, Jaswant Thada, Toorji ka Jhalra. Add a day or two if you like a slower pace.

How much does a 2-day Jodhpur trip cost?

Roughly ₹1,800 a day per person on a budget, ₹4,500 mid-range and ₹25,000+ for luxury, not counting travel to get there. For two people mid-range, that's about ₹18,000 for 2 days.

What is the best time to visit Jodhpur?

Oct – Mar. Pleasant 25°C days from October to March make the fort climb and old-city walks easy; the Rajasthan International Folk Festival is held at the fort around October.

Where should I stay in Jodhpur?

Budget: Haveli guesthouses (Navchokiya & stepwell), from about ₹1,500 a night. Mid-range: Pal Haveli (Gulab Sagar), from about ₹6,500 a night. Luxury: Umaid Bhawan Palace (Cantonment), from about ₹45,000 a night.

How do I reach Jodhpur?

Jodhpur airport has direct flights from Delhi, Mumbai and Bengaluru; trains from Jaipur take about 5 hours.

Is 1 day enough for Jodhpur?

Yes, if you focus: follow days 1 to 1 of the itinerary above and skip "Palaces, stepwell and street food". 2 days is the comfortable length.

How do I plan a trip to Jodhpur from Mumbai?

About 2 hours by flight. Then follow the 2-day itinerary above; budget from about ₹1,800 a day per person plus travel.

How do I plan a trip to Jodhpur from Pune?

About 2 hours by flight. Then follow the 2-day itinerary above; budget from about ₹1,800 a day per person plus travel.

What is the weather like in Jodhpur?

October to March: 24–30°C days, 10–15°C nights in winter.

What food should I try in Jodhpur?

Mirchi vada: A big green chilli stuffed with potato and fried. Makhaniya lassi: Thick, saffron-scented lassi topped with butter. Laal maas: Fiery Rajasthani mutton curry.

How do I get around Jodhpur?

Walk the old city; autos (₹100–250) for Umaid Bhawan and Mandore. The Flying Fox zipline at the fort is a fun extra.

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