Welcome to the Golden City
Jaisalmer rises out of the desert like a golden castle. The yellow sandstone buildings glow in the sun, narrow lanes wind through the old fort, and the endless Thar Desert spreads out just beyond the city. Life here moves at its own rhythm. You hear folk music at night, see camels walking past the dunes, and watch the sky fill with stars. Jaisalmer is perfect for anyone who loves heritage, desert landscapes, and unique cultural experiences.
Must-Visit Attractions in Jaisalmer
Jaisalmer Fort
This living fort is the highlight of the city. People still live inside its walls, which makes it feel different from any other fort in India. Walk through the gateways, visit the palaces and temples, and explore streets lined with shops and cafés. From the top, you get wide views of the city and the desert beyond.
Patwon ki Haveli
This group of beautifully carved havelis is known for its detailed balconies and jharokhas. Each wall and arch seems to have fine lace-like stonework. Inside, you’ll find rooms decorated with murals, mirrors, and traditional designs that show the lifestyle of wealthy merchants from the past.
Salim Singh ki Haveli
Known for its unique peacock-shaped architecture and arched balconies, this haveli stands out instantly. It offers interesting interiors and views of the surrounding old town.
Gadisar Lake
Once the main water source of the city, Gadisar Lake is now a peaceful spot for boat rides and evening walks. Temples and shrines surround the lake, and the reflections during sunrise or sunset look beautiful in photos.
Unique Experiences in Jaisalmer
Desert safari in Sam or Khuri dunes
A trip to Jaisalmer feels incomplete without visiting the sand dunes. Enjoy a camel ride or jeep safari across the golden desert, watch the sun set over the dunes, and spend the evening with folk dance, music, and dinner under the open sky.
Stay in a desert camp
Spend a night in tented camps with bonfires, cultural shows, and bright stars overhead. The silence of the desert at night is something you remember long after the trip ends.
Explore the fort’s inner lanes
Inside Jaisalmer Fort, life goes on like it has for centuries. Small shops sell handicrafts, leather items, puppets, rugs, and jewelry. The narrow streets, doorways, and temples make it a great place to walk and discover at your own pace.
Try authentic Rajasthani food
Taste dal baati churma, ker sangri, gatte ki sabzi, and local sweets. Many rooftop restaurants inside the fort offer great views of the city while you eat.
What Makes Jaisalmer Special
Jaisalmer combines desert adventure with living history. It is not just about old buildings, but about stories told by locals, music echoing at night, camel bells in the distance, and the warm hospitality of people who call the desert home. The golden color of the city and the endless dunes give it a magical atmosphere that feels different from anywhere else in Rajasthan.
Ideal Duration for Your Trip
Plan 2 to 3 days in Jaisalmer to explore the fort, havelis, lake, and desert dunes. If you want a deeper desert experience or slow travel, an extra day makes the trip even better.
Included
To help you plan your trip, we have put together a list of what's included and what's not included in your tour package. This will give you a clear understanding of what to expect and help you make any necessary arrangements before your journey begins.
- Airport / Railway Station To Hotel Transfer on Private basis
- Hotel to Airport / Railway Station Transfer on Private basis
- Vehicle : Innova / Xylo / Scorpio
- Daily Breakfast
Excluded
- All personal expenses, optional tours and extra meals.
- Surcharges as applicable due to peak season, surcharge dates, trade fair dates.
- Camera fees, alcoholic/non-alcoholic beverages and starters.
- Vehicle service on leisure days for sightseeing not included in the itinerary.
- Mandatory Christmas/New Year Eve dinner cost will be applicable as advised by the hotels.
- Any services not mentioned in the inclusions list.
- Services of Tour Manager are not included in this package.
- Tips and porter-age.
- Tourism tax is excluded wherever applicable.
- Tips are excluded wherever applicable.
- International or Domestic airfare / Train Fare.
