Family day at Shekhawati Havelis on a budget – any tips?

Guided tours are not included with the free entry you’ll have to pay a small fee if you want a guide. If you’re looking for a budget stay that’s close enough to walk or hop in a cab, the Vivaana Culture Hotel in Mandawa is a solid option. It’s about 22 km from the main havelis, but local taxis can get you there in roughly 30 minutes.

Guided tours cost a small fee, usually around ₹200 ₹300 per person. Some local guides offer a family pass, so you might get a discount if you bring kids. If you’re staying near Mandawa, the Vivaana Culture Hotel is a good budget choice and taxis can drop you right at the main haveli area.

You can get a family pass for the guided tour some local guides offer a discount if you bring kids, usually a little less than ₹200 per person. If you stay at Vivaana Culture Hotel in Mandawa, you’re only about a 30 minute cab ride from the main haveli area, and the hotel has a good rating of 8.8. Do you need tips on how to book a family guide in advance?

You can book a family guided tour in advance; some local operators give a small discount for kids, often around ₹1,800 per child. If you stay at Vivaana Culture Hotel, the hotel’s front desk can help arrange a guide and confirm the exact rate for a family pass.

You can also book a family guided tour through the hotel’s front desk; they usually have a list of certified guides and can arrange a pass at a slightly lower rate if you bring kids. The Vivaana Culture Hotel is only about 22 km from the main haveli cluster, so a short cab ride or a local bus gets you there in roughly half an hour. If you prefer walking, the hotel is a 45 minute stroll away, which can be a fun way to explore the surrounding streets. TravelIndiaDeals may earn a commission if you book through this link.