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Seven Days, Four Cities, One Big Family

Author : ncd tempo traveller | Published On : 05 Nov 2026

Picture this. Fourteen people stand outside Delhi airport. There are two grandparents, two uncles who disagree about everything, five kids, and eleven suitcases that somehow became nineteen. Then someone asks, "So, how are we all getting to Agra?"

That is the moment a Rajasthan trip is won or lost. Not at the hotel, and not at the fort, but on the road. The state is huge. Jodhpur to Jaisalmer is about 285 km, and Jodhpur to Udaipur is around 250 km. Nobody wants to spend those hours fighting over seats.

So let's plan this family's week together, ride by ride. You can copy the whole plan or just borrow the ideas.

Days 1 and 2: Delhi and Agra

Our family starts with the classic loop. Most travellers know it as the Delhi Agra Jaipur tour, and it is popular for good reasons: the Taj Mahal, old Delhi and the forts of the Pink City, all in a few days. The easiest way to do it is a golden triangle tour from Delhi, because the order is simple: Delhi first, Agra second, Jaipur third.

But not everyone begins in Delhi. If your flight lands in the Pink City, a golden triangle tour from Jaipur runs the same loop in a different order. If you are the kind of person who wants the Taj Mahal first, a golden triangle tour from Agra suits you better. Some families have a spare day and add a wildlife stop, which turns it into an Agra Jaipur Ranthambore tour. And some simply see it as a trip to Delhi Agra Jaipur before moving deeper into Rajasthan, which is exactly what our family is doing.

Now the ride. A couple or a small family can take a taxi for golden triangle tour and be perfectly happy. Our fourteen cannot, so they need a tempo traveller for golden triangle tour

jod. One tip here: ask about the price early. Golden triangle taxi rates and Golden Triangle Tempo Traveller Rates are different, and both should come in writing, with fuel, tolls and driver charges listed one by one.

Days 3 and 4: Jaipur

Jaipur is a city of spread-out wonders. Amber Fort is outside town. Hawa Mahal and City Palace are in the old quarter. Jal Mahal is on the road in between. You could see all of it in one day, but only if you have a plan.

Our family has a small problem. The two uncles want the bazaars, Grandma wants a quiet temple, and the kids want the windows of Hawa Mahal. So the uncles take a taxi service in Jaipur and disappear into the markets for the morning. That night, a cousin lands at midnight from Mumbai. A cab service in Jaipur waiting at the airport means nobody has to stay awake to pick him up.

For the big sightseeing day, the whole group goes together. A tempo traveller in Jaipur keeps everyone on one schedule, and the driver drops you right at the gate. If you stay for several days, it is smarter to hire tempo traveller in Jaipur once for the whole stay than to argue about seats every morning.

Grandma has weak knees, so our family looks for something more comfortable. Families with elders usually ask for an Urbania Tempo Traveller in Jaipur, because the seats are wider and the legroom is better. Book it a little ahead, and hire Urbania Tempo Traveller in Jaipur before the winter rush starts.

One uncle keeps saying he can drive anywhere. The family says no. The compromise is car hire in Jaipur with a driver for his shopping trips. Jaipur car rental is easy to arrange for a day or two, and it keeps the peace.

On day 4, the cousin has to fly home from Delhi. He takes a one way taxi from Jaipur to the airport, while everyone else moves on. A one way taxi service in Jaipur usually costs less than a return fare, because you do not pay for the driver's empty trip back.

Day 5: Udaipur

The road from Jaipur to Udaipur is long, roughly 400 km, so our family starts early and arrives in time for sunset. This is the city to slow down in.

Two of the adults want a quiet evening by Lake Pichola. They book a taxi service in Udaipur, so they can leave when they like and come back when they like. Later that night, the same pair needs a ride after dinner, and a cab service in Udaipur takes care of it.

The rest of the family stays together. A tempo traveller in Udaipur gives space for the kids' bags and keeps the group in one place. During wedding season, an Udaipur Tempo Traveller can sell out weeks ahead, so do not leave this for the last day. If you want the smoothest ride, ask for an Urbania Tempo Traveller in Udaipur, and hire Urbania Tempo Traveller in Udaipur early, especially around big dates.

A smaller group might prefer its own car. Car hire in Udaipur works well for visiting the lakes and nearby temples. Udaipur car rental is also handy for a day trip to the hills around the city.

Then the family splits again. Two cousins must be in Jodhpur a day early for work. They take a one way taxi from Udaipur, while the rest enjoy one more morning at the lake. For anyone ending their tour here, a one way trip from Udaipur to Jodhpur or Jaipur is a very common choice.

Day 6: Jodhpur

Jodhpur is the Blue City, and Mehrangarh Fort sits above it like a giant. It is wonderful, but the old lanes are narrow and parking is a headache. This is where local drivers earn their money. A taxi service in Jodhpur lets you reach Jaswant Thada, the fort and the clock tower market without circling for parking. In winter, finish your Jodhpur taxi booking a few days before you arrive. The good drivers are taken early.

If you have just one day, a Jodhpur sightseeing tour usually covers the fort, Jaswant Thada, Umaid Bhawan Palace and the market. Ask if lunch and shopping time are included. Some companies offer a Jodhpur sightseeing package that already has these things built in.

Our big family keeps the same vehicle. A tempo traveller in Jodhpur is also a favourite with wedding parties, and a tempo traveller on rent in Jodhpur lets all the guests move together instead of splitting into four cars. Our group wants more comfort for tomorrow's long desert drive, so they ask about an Urbania Tempo Traveller in Jodhpur. They plan to hire Urbania Tempo Traveller in Jodhpur at least two weeks ahead, because peak months fill fast.

Some travellers like to be in the driver's seat. A self drive car in Jodhpur is possible if you have a valid licence and feel sure on Indian roads. Others ask for a car on rent without driver in Jodhpur for a day or two. Just remember that parking near the fort is limited. Most families, ours included, choose car hire in Jodhpur with a driver, because someone else handles the traffic. For longer trips outside the city, Jodhpur car rental with a driver is the most relaxed option.

Now imagine the family was not fourteen, but forty. That is a wedding or a college group, and a tempo traveller is not enough. A Luxury Bus in Jodhpur can carry everyone together, and bus rental in Jodhpur often costs less than several smaller vehicles. Check seats, luggage space and the AC before you confirm.

One cousin has a train to catch the next morning. A one way taxi from Jodhpur takes him to the station, and the driver does not need to wait. A one way trip from Jodhpur to Jaisalmer, Udaipur or Jaipur is among the most common routes in the state.

Day 7: Jaisalmer

The drive west takes about five hours. The land gets drier and the sky seems bigger. Then the golden fort appears, and the kids go quiet for the first time in a week.

Jaisalmer town is small, but the best of the desert is outside it. The Sam sand dunes are around 40 km away. A taxi service in Jaisalmer lets you see the fort and the old havelis in the morning, and then drive out to the dunes when the light turns soft. If your train or flight comes in late at night, arrange a cab in Jaisalmer before you land, so you do not have to bargain at the station when you are tired.

For the whole family, the desert is best done together. A tempo traveller in Jaisalmer takes everyone to the fort and the safari camp in one go. Grandparents especially will like a Jaisalmer Tempo Traveller, because the seats are far kinder than a jeep on rough ground.

The roads here are long and straight, so comfort counts. An Urbania Tempo Traveller in Jaisalmer keeps the ride smooth, and that is why many safari groups hire Urbania Tempo Traveller in Jaisalmer well before their trip.

If you want a private ride, car hire in Jaisalmer works for the fort and the dunes. Jaisalmer car rental is also useful if you want to go further into the desert.

When the trip ends, a one way taxi from Jaisalmer is the practical choice. A one way trip from Jaisalmer to Jodhpur is one of the most common drives in Rajasthan, and the sunset on the way back is worth the ride.

What If This Feels Like Too Much Planning?

That is fair. Not everyone wants to arrange every ride. If you want to see many cities without the headache, Rajasthan tour packages can combine Jodhpur, Jaisalmer, Udaipur and Jaipur in one booking. A Rajasthan holiday package is also good for first-time visitors who do not want to book hotels and transport separately.

Five Things We Would Tell a Friend

  • Book early between October and March. Festival and wedding dates fill up fast.

  • Ask what the price includes: fuel, tolls, driver allowance, parking and night charges.

  • Talk to the driver before the trip. A good one knows the roads, the timings and the best viewpoints.

  • Keep some extra time in your plan. Roads are scenic, and photo stops add up.

  • Never pay the full amount without a booking confirmation in writing.

One Last Thought

Our imaginary family had a loud, messy and wonderful week, and most of the joy came from not worrying about the next ride. That is what good transport really gives you: a calmer trip. Taxis suit small groups, tempo travellers suit families, and buses suit big events. If you want one contact for all of it, operators such as NCD Tempo Traveller Hire offer taxis and tempo travellers across Jodhpur, Jaipur, Udaipur and Jaisalmer.