Udaipur Itinerary: 2-Day Lake City Trip Plan & Budget

Best time to visit Udaipur

October to March

Best from late October to March — cool and clear. April-June is dry hot. July-September is the green monsoon — the lakes look fuller and the air is fresh.

Day-by-day itinerary

Day 1 — City Palace + Lake Pichola

Morning.Start with the City Palace by 9:30 am. Allow 2 hours. Mirror rooms, balconies over the lake, and the famous Crystal Gallery.

Afternoon.Lunch at Ambrai or Upre rooftop — view of Lake Palace. Afternoon boat ride on Lake Pichola; the boat stops at Jagmandir Island for 30 minutes.

Evening.Walk through Jagdish Temple and the surrounding market. Dinner at Charcoal or Khamma Ghani (rooftop, with veg Rajasthani thali).

Day 2 — Sajjangarh + Saheliyon Ki Bari

Morning.Drive up to Sajjangarh (Monsoon Palace) for a 360° view of the city and lakes. Go before 11 am to skip the haze.

Afternoon.Saheliyon Ki Bari (gardens with fountains) and a quick stop at Bagore Ki Haveli. Lunch at Natraj Dining Hall — famous unlimited Rajasthani thali.

Evening.Sunset at Karni Mata rope-way for an aerial view of the lake. Optional Dharohar folk dance show at Bagore Ki Haveli (~₹150).

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Top things to do in Udaipur

City Palace. Biggest royal palace complex in Rajasthan; great audio tour.
Lake Pichola boat ride. The Udaipur photograph everyone loves.
Sajjangarh Monsoon Palace. Full lake-city view from the hilltop.
Bagore Ki Haveli folk dance. One-hour cultural show, family-friendly, affordable.
Jag Mandir island. Lunch or coffee on a palace island.
Shilpgram (handicrafts village). Crafts and folk performances — pair with Sajjangarh.

Food in Udaipur

Udaipur is mostly veg-friendly. Rajasthani thalis are the must-eat — most rooftops do them with lake views.

For vegetarians

Almost everywhere is veg-friendly. Famous veg: Natraj Dining Hall (thali), Khamma Ghani, Millets of Mewar, Cafe Edelweiss for bakery.

For Jain travelers

Many places have Jain options. Natraj and Khamma Ghani both make Jain Thalis on request. Tell at the time of order.

Must-try dishes

Rajasthani Thali at Natraj or Khamma Ghani
Dal-Baati-Churma
Pyaaz Kachori for breakfast
Lake-view chai at Cafe Edelweiss

Budget estimate (INR)

~₹7,000 to ₹13,000 per person for 2 days (excluding flights)

Transport (train or flight from major cities)

₹2,000 – ₹6,000

Stay (1 night, mid-range haveli)

₹2,500 – ₹5,000

Food (2 days)

₹1,200 – ₹2,000

Boat ride + entry tickets

₹800 – ₹1,500

Local autos / cab

₹500 – ₹1,500

Estimates. Costs vary by season, group size, and booking choices.

Practical tips

Book the City Palace boat ride at the palace ticket counter — saves a separate trip.
Stay near Lal Ghat or Hanuman Ghat for the best lake views.
Many rooftop restaurants double up as bars in the evening — book in winter.
The Monsoon Palace road has a steep climb — small cars only; auto rides are common.
Carry a light shawl in winter evenings — lakeside cools down fast.

FAQs about Udaipur

How many days are enough for Udaipur?

Two days is enough. Three days if you also want Kumbhalgarh Fort or Ranakpur temples as a side trip.

Jaipur or Udaipur — which to pick?

Pick Jaipur for big forts, bazaars, and a busy city. Pick Udaipur for lakes, calm, and rooftop dinners. For a first Rajasthan trip, do both: 2 days each.

Is Udaipur expensive?

A 2-day Udaipur trip is around ₹7,000 to ₹13,000 per person including stay, food, and entries. Budget havelis are great value — many offer lake-view rooms under ₹3,000.

How do I reach Udaipur?

Easiest is to fly into Maharana Pratap Airport. Trains from Delhi take ~12 hours overnight. Drive from Ahmedabad is about 4-5 hours.

Is Udaipur good in monsoon?

Yes, monsoon is one of the prettiest times — lakes are full, palaces look fresh. Pack a light raincoat. Boat rides may be limited on stormy days.

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