Recommended driver in Jaipur

jhiker · Feb 10th, 2008, 15:41

Hi,
I've just got back from my first trip to North India and I spent a few days in Jaipur along the way. The auto driver that was sent from the hotel was so personable, knowledgable and just downright friendly that I hired him over the next two days and promised I'd pass on his details to anyone who might be interested. He's 24yrs old and speaks excellent English and took me to some places around Jaipur I hadn't considered visiting but which turned out to be very worthwhile. To be honest, I did visit an upmarket carpet shop but it was all done with good humour - I made it clear I wasn't buying and there was no pressure whatsoever.
If anyone wants his local phone number send me a private message and I'll be happy to oblige.
Cheers,
Jeff

TVB1927 · Feb 20th, 2008, 19:19

was it the guy from the pearl palace hotel, first name beginning with S?

That was someone we had, he was ok, but a bit too pushy on the shops etc, and tried to grievously overcharge us at the end of the couple of days

The joys of Indian travel

jhiker · Feb 25th, 2008, 00:19

Err.. no.
His name was Ramzan and he was associated with the Madhuban.

evee · Mar 6th, 2008, 16:40

Hi,

I will be in Jaipur on the 14th, and I am interested in more information about your driver. Full day? Costs? Number?

Thanks!

jhiker · Mar 7th, 2008, 01:28

Mods - is it OK if I post a contact number on here or is it frowned upon?

tdmc · Mar 7th, 2008, 02:22

jhiker, can't work out how to send a PM - can you send to me?

I'll be in Jaipur around 20th, wouldn't mind the drivers details - thanks

jhiker · Mar 8th, 2008, 01:08

No problem. His name is Ramzan and his mobile phone is 9828134195 - I'm pretty sure that's a '4' - looking at my scrawl it could be a '7' but I don't think so.
Anyway, I contacted him through the Madhuban hotel (which I heartily recommend, by the way).

I think I gave him 300 Rupees for several hours in the auto-rickshaw and we covered a fair bit of ground in and around Jaipur. He was a nice guy and, to be honest, I didn't haggle much (this time).

Good luck!

aquamoon · Jun 10th, 2008, 10:04

I think the PM function is not available...can't find the button! This might be going off topic here, but I'm wondering if jhiker you could list the places that you covered with Ramzan?

That'd be really helpful for haggling + itinerary planning!

Thank you very much for your info.

brownboy66 · Jun 10th, 2008, 13:00

Quote:

Originally Posted by jhiker

Mods - is it OK if I post a contact number on here or is it frowned upon?

No problem......

Quote:

Originally Posted by aquamoon

I think the PM function is not available...can't find the button! This might be going off topic here, but I'm wondering if jhiker you could list the places that you covered with Ramzan?

the PM facility doesn't become available until 10-14 days of membership (I think) has passed, and 15 posts have been put on the board. Unfortunate, but we had to take steps to stop the PM function from being abused ( some were just joining up and using the PM facility to target other members as if it were a dating site).

Feb 10th, 2008, 15:41	#1
jhiker Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Cheshire, UK Posts: 20	Recommended driver in Jaipur Hi, I've just got back from my first trip to North India and I spent a few days in Jaipur along the way. The auto driver that was sent from the hotel was so personable, knowledgable and just downright friendly that I hired him over the next two days and promised I'd pass on his details to anyone who might be interested. He's 24yrs old and speaks excellent English and took me to some places around Jaipur I hadn't considered visiting but which turned out to be very worthwhile. To be honest, I did visit an upmarket carpet shop but it was all done with good humour - I made it clear I wasn't buying and there was no pressure whatsoever. If anyone wants his local phone number send me a private message and I'll be happy to oblige. Cheers, Jeff

Thread Tools
Show Printable Version Email this Page
Display Modes
Linear Mode Switch to Hybrid Mode Switch to Threaded Mode

Similar Threads
Thread	Thread Starter	Forum	Replies	Last Post
Recommended driver Bangalore to Mysore?	SueJ	Bangalore	2	Nov 6th, 2007 02:02
driver from jaipur to agra	ashwendy	India Travel Itinerary Advice	1	Oct 11th, 2007 16:27
Driver from Jaipur to Agra	mangored	Buses, Automobiles, Motorcycles, and Bicycles	0	Aug 10th, 2006 21:12
need driver from jaipur to ranthambore	wolverhampton	Chai and Chat	0	Jan 6th, 2006 23:09
Any recommended car & driver for South India?	sailor	Buses, Automobiles, Motorcycles, and Bicycles	4	Oct 3rd, 2005 04:54

Feb 20th, 2008, 19:19	#2
TVB1927 Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Reading Posts: 17	was it the guy from the pearl palace hotel, first name beginning with S? That was someone we had, he was ok, but a bit too pushy on the shops etc, and tried to grievously overcharge us at the end of the couple of days The joys of Indian travel

Feb 25th, 2008, 00:19	#3
jhiker Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Cheshire, UK Posts: 20	Err.. no. His name was Ramzan and he was associated with the Madhuban.

Mar 6th, 2008, 16:40	#4
evee Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: NL Posts: 1	Hi, I will be in Jaipur on the 14th, and I am interested in more information about your driver. Full day? Costs? Number? Thanks!

Mar 7th, 2008, 01:28	#5
jhiker Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Cheshire, UK Posts: 20	Mods - is it OK if I post a contact number on here or is it frowned upon?

Mar 7th, 2008, 02:22	#6
tdmc Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Victoria, Australia Posts: 21	jhiker, can't work out how to send a PM - can you send to me? I'll be in Jaipur around 20th, wouldn't mind the drivers details - thanks

Mar 8th, 2008, 01:08	#7
jhiker Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Cheshire, UK Posts: 20	No problem. His name is Ramzan and his mobile phone is 9828134195 - I'm pretty sure that's a '4' - looking at my scrawl it could be a '7' but I don't think so. Anyway, I contacted him through the Madhuban hotel (which I heartily recommend, by the way). I think I gave him 300 Rupees for several hours in the auto-rickshaw and we covered a fair bit of ground in and around Jaipur. He was a nice guy and, to be honest, I didn't haggle much (this time). Good luck!

Jun 10th, 2008, 10:04	#8
aquamoon Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: California Posts: 17	I think the PM function is not available...can't find the button! This might be going off topic here, but I'm wondering if jhiker you could list the places that you covered with Ramzan? That'd be really helpful for haggling + itinerary planning! Thank you very much for your info.

User Name		Remember Me?
Password