Trip Overview
Jaisalmer, the 'Golden City' of Rajasthan, rises from the Thar Desert like a mirage — its honey-coloured sandstone fort, palaces and havelis glowing in the desert sun. Founded in 1156 AD by Rawal Jaisal, Jaisalmer Fort is one of the world's largest fully inhabited living forts, its narrow lanes still bustling with homes, temples and shops. The Patwon Ki Haveli and Salim Singh Ki Haveli showcase the extraordinary stonework of Rajasthani craftsmen. But the real magic of Jaisalmer lies in the Thar Desert beyond the city — the Sam Sand Dunes where camel silhouettes against a blazing sunset, folk musicians around a bonfire, and the astonishing Milky Way over desert camps create memories that last a lifetime. NorthYatra's Jaisalmer package includes the fort tour, haveli visits, jeep/camel safari at Sam Dunes and overnight luxury desert camping.
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Arrive Jaisalmer – Fort & Haveli Tour
Arrive at Jaisalmer and check in. Afternoon guided tour of the living Jaisalmer Fort — its Jain temples, royal palace, and narrow medieval bazaars. Visit the extraordinary Patwon Ki Haveli with five interconnected mansions carved with intricate jali (lattice) stonework. Sunset view from the fort ramparts over the golden cityscape.
Jaisalmer – Desert Camp & Camel Safari
Morning at leisure. Post lunch, transfer to Sam Sand Dunes (45 km). Sunset camel safari across the golden dunes — the quintessential Rajasthan experience. Overnight at luxury desert camp with traditional Rajasthani dinner, bonfire and live folk music and dance performance under the star-filled desert sky.
Sam Dunes – Sunrise & Return to Jaisalmer
Magical desert sunrise over the sand dunes — photographers' golden hour. Return to Jaisalmer. Visit Salim Singh Ki Haveli and Nathmal Ki Haveli. Afternoon explore the colourful Jaisalmer bazaars for Rajasthani handicrafts, camel leather goods, embroidered textiles and silver jewellery.
Gadisar Lake & Departure
Morning visit to the serene Gadisar Lake — a centuries-old reservoir with ornate ghats, temples and migratory birds. Post breakfast, transfer to Jaisalmer railway station for departure carrying the magic of the desert.
What's Included
- 3 nights accommodation (2 nights hotel + 1 night luxury desert camp)
- Daily breakfast and dinner
- All transfers in AC vehicle
- Jaisalmer Fort and haveli guided tour
- Camel safari at Sam Sand Dunes
- Jeep safari to sand dunes
- Overnight desert camp with bonfire and folk music
- All toll taxes
What's Not Included
- Train to Jaisalmer
- Lunch
- Personal expenses
- Quad biking or parasailing at dunes (chargeable)
- Travel insurance
- Tips
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