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Mandawa is the jewel of Shekhawati, a region often called the world's largest open-air art gallery. Its streets are lined with grand merchant havelis, their walls covered in vivid frescoes of gods, trains and colonial life. Quieter than Rajasthan's big cities, it offers an atmospheric, artistic and authentically rural escape. Our Mandawa and Shekhawati tours are ideal October to March, and pair well with Jaipur or Bikaner.

Top things to see & do

Mandawa Havelis — Rajasthan
Mandawa HavelisGrand painted merchant mansions with elaborate frescoes covering their walls and ceilings.
Mandawa Fort — Rajasthan
Mandawa FortAn 18th-century fort, now a heritage hotel, overlooking the frescoed town.
Nawalgarh Havelis — Rajasthan
Nawalgarh HavelisA nearby town rich in some of Shekhawati's finest and most colourful frescoes.
Podar Haveli Museum — Rajasthan
Podar Haveli MuseumA beautifully restored haveli at Nawalgarh showcasing Shekhawati art and culture.
Fatehpur Havelis — Rajasthan
Fatehpur HavelisAtmospheric painted mansions, including exquisitely restored examples of the region's art.
Shekhawati Bazaars — Rajasthan
Shekhawati BazaarsRural markets and lanes where local life unfolds beneath frescoed facades.
Frescoed havelis lining a street in Mandawa, Shekhawati

Suggested itinerary

Day 1
Arrival & fresco walk

Arrive in Mandawa and check in, ideally at a heritage haveli. Take an evening walk among the painted mansions.

Day 2
Mandawa's havelis

Explore Mandawa's grandest havelis and its fort, admiring the intricate frescoes and local crafts.

Day 3
Nawalgarh & beyond

Visit nearby Nawalgarh and Fatehpur for more of Shekhawati's finest painted mansions and museums.

Day 4
Departure

Enjoy a peaceful breakfast before your onward transfer, often continuing to Jaipur or Bikaner.

Indicative Rajasthan package prices (per person on twin-sharing; land package):

Trip DurationIndicative Price (per person)
2 Nights / 3 Daysfrom ₹9,999
3 Nights / 4 Daysfrom ₹13,999
4 Nights / 5 Daysfrom ₹15,999
5 Nights / 6 Daysfrom ₹21,999
6 Nights / 7 Daysfrom ₹27,999
7 Nights / 8 Daysfrom ₹54,999

Indicative starting prices from our current Rajasthan packages — your final quote depends on hotels, season and travel. Share your dates for an exact, itemised quote.

Why visit Shekhawati

Shekhawati offers a completely different side of Rajasthan, trading forts and lakes for streets full of extraordinary painted havelis. It is quieter, rural and richly rewarding for lovers of art and heritage. Mandawa makes the perfect, atmospheric base.

The painted havelis

The region's frescoes are its glory:

  • Walls depicting mythology, trains and colonial scenes
  • Restored havelis open as museums and hotels
  • Towns like Nawalgarh, Fatehpur and Mandawa to compare
  • A superb subject for photographers

How to reach Mandawa

Mandawa is reached most easily by road from Jaipur, around three to four hours away, which is also the nearest major airport. It also links well with Bikaner across the desert. We arrange comfortable transfers for you.

Best time to visit

October to March is ideal, with cool weather perfect for strolling the haveli-lined lanes. Summers are hot and dusty across the region. Autumn and winter make exploration far more comfortable.

Where to stay

Mandawa is famed for heritage haveli and fort hotels that let you sleep amid the frescoes. These atmospheric stays are a highlight of any visit. We confirm the best available option with your quote.

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