5-Day Mewar Travel Itinerary (Delhi – Chittorgarh – Udaipur – Kumbhalgarh)

For those who enjoy history and culture, this 5-day itinerary covers Rajasthan’s Mewar region. Starting in Delhi, the trip travels through Chittorgarh, Udaipur, and Kumbhalgarh before arriving back in Delhi by rail.
Day 1: Delhi → Chittorgarh
Travel Mode: Overnight Train or Early Morning Train
Suggested Train: Chetak Express or Mewar Express (Check IRCTC for timing and availability)
🚩 Itinerary Highlights:
Arrive in Chittorgarh by morning or afternoon
Check into a hotel near the fort or railway station
Freshen up and head to explore the Chittorgarh Fort (UNESCO World Heritage Site)
🏰 Places to Explore:
Vijay Stambh (Victory Tower)
Kirti Stambh (Tower of Fame)
Rani Padmini’s Palace
Ratan Singh Palace & Ratneshwar Mahadev Temple
Meera Temple
Light and Sound Show at Rana Kumbha Palace in the evening
Overnight Stay: Chittorgarh
Day 2: Chittorgarh → Udaipur
Travel Mode: Bus or Taxi (Approx. 115 km, 2.5–3 hours)
🚩 Itinerary Highlights:
Depart for Udaipur early in the morning
Check into hotel near Lake Pichola or City Palace
Begin sightseeing
🏙️ Udaipur Day 1 (City Exploration):
City Palace Complex
Jagdish Temple
Vintage Car Museum
Boat ride at Lake Pichola (Evening ride – ₹800 per person)
View of Taj Lake Palace and Jag Mandir
Evening stroll at Gangaur Ghat and Bagore Ki Haveli (Light Show)
Overnight Stay: Udaipur
Day 3: Udaipur Local Sightseeing
🏙️ Udaipur Day 2 (Nature & Hills):
Fateh Sagar Lake
Maharana Pratap Smarak (Moti Magri) nearby
Visit Bahubali Hills (near Badi Lake, best at sunrise)
Saheliyon Ki Bari
Monsoon Palace (Sunset Point, 6.5 km from Fateh Sagar)
Overnight Stay: Udaipur
Day 4: Udaipur → Kumbhalgarh Fort → Back to Udaipur
Travel Mode: Hire a cab or rent a bike (Approx. 85 km one way, 2.5–3 hours drive)
🏯 Kumbhalgarh Day Trip:
Explore Kumbhalgarh Fort, known for:
Second longest wall in the world (~36 km)
Birthplace of Maharana Pratap
Massive hilltop fort with scenic views
Visit Badal Mahal, temples, and watch sunset if staying longer
Return to Udaipur by evening
Overnight Stay: Udaipur
Day 5: Udaipur → Delhi (Train Travel)
Morning Options:
Visit Shilpgram (if time permits) or shop for local handicrafts
Train Options:
Board Udaipur City – Delhi Sarai Rohilla Express or Mewar Express
Arrive in Delhi late evening or next morning.
✨ Summary of Travel Itinerary
Day | Destination | Highlights |
---|---|---|
1 | Delhi → Chittorgarh | Explore Chittorgarh Fort, Light & Sound Show |
2 | Chittorgarh → Udaipur | City Palace, Lake Pichola, Jag Mandir |
3 | Udaipur | Fateh Sagar, Bahubali Hills, Monsoon Palace |
4 | Udaipur → Kumbhalgarh → Udaipur | Full-day Kumbhalgarh Fort excursion |
5 | Udaipur → Delhi | Light sightseeing/shopping, train return |
