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Budget Planning for a 2-Week Rajasthan Road Trip by Van: Costs, Fuel, & Stay.

Budget Planning for a 2-Week Rajasthan Road Trip by Van: Costs, Fuel, & Stay.

Suppose you are about to travel with your family or friends over a long distance. You are all inside a large van and the van takes you to the best locations in Rajasthan. Everything is easy with a van trip since the van takes you everywhere. You can stop anywhere. You are able to carry your bags, food, water and even a camera without any concern.

Simple 2-Week Route for Your Rajasthan Road Trip by Van.

There is one smooth circle in a normal 14 days road trip in Rajasthan. The places follow one another, thus, there is no backward and forward movement. This goes like: Udaipur- Kumbhalgarh- Chittorgarh- Pushkar- Jaipur- Bikaner- Jaisalmer- Sam Sand dunes- Jodhpur- Mount Abu- Udaipur. You can choose Force Urbania Hire Service for your next trip. This is a path that families and groups can follow.

The first things you are introduced to in Udaipur are lakes and hills.
Then you pass through great forts such as Kumbhalgarh and Chittorgarh.
Thereafter, there are temples in Pushkar. Jaipur, the pink city seen later.
Then you go into Bikaner and Jaisalmer where you get to see very large deserts. You go to sands, too, in Sam.
Next, you proceed to Jodhpur and it is the blue city.
In the end you find the mount Abu, a cool and a popular hill station.
Lastly, you come back to Udaipur and complete the circle.

Distance & Fuel Table for Budget Planning.

The following table is an example of the distance between each location. This will make you aware of the duration that you will be sitting in the van per day. The entire journey covers around 2000- 2300km. This can be done by a good van and a good driver. Select from multiple vehicles on rent. So, if you go for a Rajasthan trip for 2 weeks, here's the break up.

City Pair.	Distance (km).	Avg Driving Time.
Udaipur → Kumbhalgarh.	85	2 hours.
Kumbhalgarh → Chittorgarh.	130	3 hours.
Chittorgarh → Pushkar.	200	4 hours.
Pushkar → Jaipur.	150	3 hours.
Jaipur → Bikaner.	330	6 hours.
Bikaner → Jaisalmer.	330	6 hours.
Jaisalmer → Sam Sand Dunes.	45	1 hour.
Sam Sand Dunes → Jodhpur.	275	5 hours.
Jodhpur → Mount Abu.	240	5 hours.
Mount Abu → Udaipur.	175	4 hours.

Fuel Cost Breakdown for a 2-Week Rajasthan Road Trip by Van.

Fuel means diesel for the van. The average cost of diesel is 95-105 per litre. Around 12-14km per litre is used by a minivan. The Rajasthan road trip fuel estimate is around INR16000-20000 on diesel throughout the journey. The amount of fuel will be slight higher in case the driver is AC all the time. In case the van travels free on the highway during the morning, fuel will be saved. People also book a 17 Seater Force Urbania to save money.

Van Rental & Vehicle Hire Costs.

The following is a chart which indicates the amount of money you would need to hire a van or tempo traveller.

Vehicle Type.	Per Km Cost.	Inclusions.	Exclusions.
Force Urbania.	INR33 to INR55.	Driver + basic km limit.	Toll, parking.
Temp Traveller.	INR25 to INR37.	Driver + standard km allowance.	State tax, parking charges.

Where to Stay During Your 2-Week Rajasthan Van Road Trip.

Simple hostels, homestays are available in the state. And big palace-like rooms, and havelis, too. When you combine low end and middle-income hotels, you will be able to save a lot of money.

Budget rooms cost ₹800–₹1,500 per night. This option is for low budget Rajasthan trip.
The mid-range rooms are priced 1,800-3,500/night.
Beautiful havelis range between 4,000 and 7,000 INR/night.

Food Budget Guide for a 2-Weeks.

The state has some of the cheapest as well as expensive eating places.
Basic food at dhabas costs 300 to 450 a day.
Nicer restaurants are 600-1000/day. Minor snacks such as chai, water and biscuits are between ₹150-250 a day.
You may eat in highway dhabas on Rajasthan road trip in case you wish to save money.
Food is good and fresh there, and it is cheaper than in the restaurants of the city.
Bringing snacks with one and a water bottle suffices.

Tolls, Parking Charges & Miscellaneous Fees on Your Trip.

The road trip will involve the van going through many toll booths. Also read: How to Choose the Right Seating Configuration.

You will also be parked close to forts, palaces, lakes and markets.
A little money is needed to buy all these things.
Tolls for the whole trip cost ₹1,500–₹2,500. Parking costs ₹20–₹100 each time.
There is also a small fee of entry to some hill roads or wilderness areas.
Some coins and little notes come in handy. Since digital money is not accepted everywhere.
You need a ticket when you go to the forts and palaces in Rajasthan. Most forts cost ₹100–₹300 per person.
Museums cost ₹50–₹200. Safari parks range between 300-600 and Jeep safaris are extra.

Extra Fun Activities to Add.

There are many fun activities to do in Rajasthan. These are some of the activities that make your visit even more special.

Jeep riding in the Jaisalmer dunes costs 1500 -3000.
A camel ride at sunset costs ₹1,000–₹2,500.
Desert camping ranges between 2500 and 4500 including food and dance shows.
The price of a safari in Ranthambore ranges between 3000 and 6000.
Boat rides, zip lines and cultural shows cost 500-2000.

Sample Budget for a 2-Week Rajasthan Road Trip by Van.

The following is a table showing the Rajasthan trip cost that one spends in 2 weeks when travelling in a group. Additionally, explore our complete guide to renting a 4 to 14-seater vehicle for family trips.

Category.	Budget Traveller.	Mid Traveller.
Vehicle Share.	INR45,000.	INR65,000.
Stay.	INR12,000.	INR30,000.
Food.	INR8,000.	INR14,000
Activities.	INR5,000.	INR12,000.

Easy Ways to Save Money.

You can book the rooms early in case you want to save money. Travelling in a large group, having dinner in the local dhabas. Also, taking the right navigation routes are also a good idea. This saves you time through traffic, long routes and getting food that is expensive. So, you can go for Rajasthan Budget travel.

Conclusion – Final Budget Tips for a 2-Week Rajasthan Road Trip by Van.

A 2-week van road trip to Rajasthan by van is a enjoyable, no charge, and loose method of touring the state. So, book your customized tour package with Japji Travel. You are free to take your time, pause when you want and savor every moment. You can manage food, rooms, tickets and activities with a little planning.