Glimpse of Rajasthan (5N)

Day 1: Arrival in Jodhpur – Jaisalmer (310 km/approx. 7 hours)

Jaisalmer, which lies in the heart of the Thar Desert…a city, seeped in color and rich tradition; it was once a major centre on the trading route between India and the west.

• Meet our representative upon arrival in Jodhpur and proceed to Jaisalmer.
• Arrive at Jaisalmer and check in to your hotel. Rest of the day at leisure.
• Overnight in Jaisalmer.

Day 2: Jaisalmer

Visit Jaisalmer Fort, which is the only living fort of India and houses the entire township within its ramparts. Visit Salim Singh ki Haveli, built around 300 years ago, and Patwon-ki-Haveli which is the largest and most elaborate mansion of its kind in Jaisalmer, followed by a visit to Nathmal Ji ki Haveli, a grand mansion that blends Rajput and Islamic architecture. Later, drive past the beautiful Gadisar Lake and Badal Vilas, the present residence of erstwhile royal family.

• This morning after breakfast proceed for half day tour of Jaisalmer.
• Rest of the day at leisure.
• Overnight in Jaisalmer.

Day 3: Jaisalmer – Sam Sand Dunes (42km/approx 1 hour)

The wonders of the Thar Desert and all its mysteries at Sam Sand Dunes, an increasingly popular tourist attraction just at the edge of Desert National Park. Rent a jeep with a professional guide to explore the dunes, or do it old-school by going on a camel safari. Sink your feet into the warm sand and observe the wildlife that survives in this beautiful yet harsh environment.

• After breakfast check out from hotel and drive to Sam Sand Dunes.
• Check-in to the desert camp and relax.
• In the evening you may wish to go on a desert safari.
• In the night free time to enjoy the cultural activities organized at the camp site and gaze at the star-spangled sky in an area largely free of light pollution.
• Overnight at desert camp

Day 4: Jaisalmer – Jodhpur (310 kms / approx. 7 hours)

• After breakfast proceed to Jodhpur.
• Arrive Jodhpur and check-in to your hotel.
• Overnight in Jodhpur.

Day 5: Sightseeing of Jodhpur

Jodhpur is the second largest city in Rajasthan and also called the ‘Sun City’. Visit the Mehrangarh Fort. This spectacular fort made from red sandstone stands on a perpendicular cliff above the skyline of Jodhpur. The foundations of this fort were laid in 1459; today it houses a museum with a fine collection of arms, costumes, paintings and even a collection of palanquins. Also visit Jaswant Thada, a marble cenotaph built to commemorate Maharaja Jaswant Singh II. The monument, in its entirety, is built out of intricately carved sheets of marble. These stones are extremely thin and polished so that they emit a warm glow when the sun’s rays dance across their surface. Later, drive past the Mandore garden, which showcases cenotaphs of Jodhpur’s former rulers; instead of the usual umbrella-shaped cenotaphs these are built along the lines of a Hindu temple.

• After breakfast, Proceed for half-day sightseeing trip of Jodhpur.
• Rest of the day at leisure. Overnight in Jodhpur.

Day 6: Departure from Jodhpur

• After breakfast, you will be transferred to Jodhpur airport for return flight back home.

END OF TRIP!