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Jaisalmer, “The Golden City” of Rajasthan, is a World Heritage Site recognized by UNESCO, and a popular tourist destination in India. A Jaisalmer tour packages allow tourists from all around the world to explore this golden city in a planned and organized manner.

Well-known as the Golden City, Jaisalmer is home to some of the most amazing historic forts and palaces. Anyone with a heart for historic sites should definitely plan their visit to Jaisalmer.

10 Best Places to Visit in Jaisalmer Trip

Jaisalmer is one of the most intriguing and beautiful places in Rajasthan. It is unlike any other place in the state with its beautiful architecture, sand dunes, and lovely people. There are a lot of things that Jaisalmer offers to the tourists and places which are a must-visit. So when in Jaisalmer, make sure that you visit these 10 places and tick them off your list.

1. Jaisalmer Fort

What’s Special: UNESCO World Heritage Site

Nearby Attractions: Jain Temples, City View Point, Salam Singh Ki Haveli

Timings: Check-in: 9:00 am to 5:00 pm

Distance From City: 500 meters

Transportation Options: Auto, taxi

Built-in 1156 AD, Jaisalmer Fort is one of the main attractions of Jaisalmer. The Golden City is known for its unique beauty and along with this breathtakingly beautiful fort. Even though it is called a fort, Jaisalmer Fort is actually a small town that houses many houses, shops, restaurants, and temples. The fort stands at a height of 250 ft and gives a spectacular view of the whole city. There are multiple entrances of the fort and a 30 ft tall wall surrounding the whole fort. The Jaisalmer Fort is one of the largest forts in the world and is nothing less than a beauty. The architecture intrigues you with its intricate work flaunting the highly skilled workers of the era gone-by. No trip to Jaisalmer is complete without visiting this work of wonder.

2. Patwon Ki Haveli

What’s Special: Architecture

Nearby Attractions: Jain Temples, City View Point, Artefacts belonging to 19th Century

Timings: Check-in: 9:00 am to 5:00 pm

Distance From City: 1.1 kms

Transportation Options: Autos, Cycle

Patwaon Ki Haveli is also known as Mansion of Brocade Merchants and is a popular place to visit in Jaisalmer. It is a cluster of 5 homes with many windows and balconies. There is intricate carving all over the haveli which is grand and beautiful. This haveli was built for the family and together it makes the biggest haveli in the city. This building comes under the Archeological Survey of India as it highlights the impressive and regal lifestyle of the Patwa family. Out of the 5, there are 3 Havelis that are extremely gorgeous as they consist of a lot of artifacts, stonework and wall paintings. With over 60 balconies, pillars and ceilings and a lot of miniature murals, Patwaon Ki Haveli is truly a marvelous place to visit.

3. Gadisar Lake

What’s Special: Scenic View

Nearby Attractions: Sam Desert Safari, Mukteshwar Mahadev Temple

Timings: Check-in: All around the day

Distance From City: 1.3 kms

Transportation Options: Auto, taxi

Built by Raja Rawal Jaisal in order to serve his people in a better way and provide the water in the harsh desert. Gadisar Lake is located on the outskirts of this desert city and is like an oasis to the people of Jaisalmer. People visit Gadisar Lake to enjoy the beautiful view of the lake, sunset, sunrise and the Jaisalmer Fort. If you are a photography fan, then you will definitely find ample opportunities to click some spectacular views. One can also enjoy boating in the lake. During winters the place turns into the haven of migratory birds as one can spot many species of birds here.

4. Desert National Park

What’s Special: Spotting wildlife

Nearby Attractions: NA

Timings: Check-in: 10:00 am to 5:00 pm

Distance From City: 12 kms

Transportation Options: Private cabs, taxi

Spread over 3162 sq km, Desert National Park is one of its kind national park that is located on the outskirts of Jaisalmer and extends to all over India - Pakistan Border. Visiting this place gives one the opportunity to spot some of the most exotic wildlife. Be camera-ready and click wildlife like camels, desert fox, Bengal fox, chinkara, wolves, desert cat, and the Blackbuck. The 20% of the park consists of dunes and the entire place is covered with thorny bushes and cactus. One can spot various kinds of eagles, harriers, falcons, buzzards, kestrel, vultures, Short-toed eagles, tawny eagles, spotted eagles, laggar falcons and kestrel here. One of the most interesting parts of this park is that a 6 million-year-old dinosaurs fossils have been found here. Go on a safari here and spot all this and more.

5. Kuldhara Village

What’s Special: Haunted village

Nearby Attractions: NA

Timings: Check-in: 24 hours

Distance From City: 25.9 kms

Transportation Options: Taxi

Located 25 km from the Jaisalmer city, Kuldhara is widely popular as the haunted village. It is absolutely intriguing and interesting place to add to the itinerary when visiting Jaisalmer. All the houses in the village are abandoned and there are several myths and legends surrounding this place. Some people also claim to have seen and experienced ghostly and paranormal activities. Today hundreds of people visit this place to experience the eerie silence that surrounds this abandoned village. As per one legend many hundreds of years ago, the whole village abandoned their houses overlight to save their honor and no one knows where they went.

6. Pokaran Fort

What’s Special: Rich museum with antiques

Nearby Attractions: Jaisalmer fort, Golden fort

Timings: Check-in: 02:00 PM Check-out: 10:00 AM

Distance From City: 110.2 kms

Transportation Options: Bus, cabs

Planning for a luxurious stay in Jaisalmer? Pokaran Fort is the ultimate destination for you as it offers world-class amenities where you will witness royal history. Tantalise your taste buds with amazing Rajasthani food and refresh yourself in the pool.

7. Sam Sand Dunes

What’s Special: Spectacular views

Nearby Attractions: Pokaran fort, Golden fort

Timings: Open 24 hours

Major Attractions: Camping

Distance From City: 40 kms

Transportation Options: Taxi or buses

One of the exciting things to do in Jaisalmer includes Sam Sand dunes which are considered to be authentic desert dune sites.

8. Amargarh fort

What’s Special: Wonderful garden views

Nearby Attractions: Amber palace, Jaigarh fort

Timings: Throughout the day

Major Attractions: Serene atmosphere

Distance From City: 1 kms

Transportation Options: cabs, buses

Experience the beautiful culture of Rajasthan by planning your stay at Amargarh fort.

9. Bada Bagh

What’s Special: Scenic beauty

Nearby Attractions: Desert national park, Jaisalmer fort

Timings: Throughout the day

Major Attractions: Elegant statues of rulers

Distance From City: 6 kms

Transportation Options: Buses, cars

One of the most popular places to visit in Jaisalmer happens to be Bada Bagh which is an ideal place for viewing greenery.

10. Salim Singh ki Haveli (Moti Mahal)

What’s Special: Unique architectural identity

Nearby Attractions: Jaisalmer fort

Timings: Throughout the day

Major Attractions: Artefacts in 19th century

Distance From City: 1.7 kms

Transportation Options: Taxi or bus

Visit the architectural wonder which will surely amaze you with its beauty and grandeur.

Why Jaisalmer Is A Must Visit Destination?

Jaisalmer is a home to a number of museums and art centers which depict the culture of the city. A Jaisalmer desert safari package cost arranges for visits to some of the most engaging museums such as Thar Heritage Museum, Jaisalmer War Museum, Desert Culture Centre and Museum, Folklore Museum, and much more. Jaisalmer is a city packed with a plethora of historical monuments that take you back in time. Thus, making it an amazing place for history lovers and architectural buffs. Walk through the lanes of Jaisalmer and traverse the pathways of the Golden City and learn more about the glorious past of Rajasthan.

A holiday package for Jaisalmer allows travelers to gain insight into the religious beliefs and traditions of the locals of Jaisalmer. Tour packages to Jaisalmer are curated especially to let you explore the best of the Golden City. A Jaisalmer trip plan includes religious tours to places like Tanot Mata temple, Jain Temples, Rishabhadeva temple, Shantinath temple, and much more.

Best Time to Visit Jaisalmer

Owing to its close proximity to the Thar Desert, Jaisalmer experiences scorching summers which hinder sightseeing and outdoor activities. The months of September-October are considered as the off-season, therefore, it is the best time for budget travelers to visit Jaisalmer. The desert region does not witness too much rainfall and the weather during monsoons becomes hot and humid. Therefore, the best time to visit Jaisalmer is during winters as the days are pleasant which make sightseeing and outdoor activities more enjoyable.

To make your stay more pleasant in the Thar region, plan a visit in the peak months of December and January to enjoy camel rides and overnight camping experience with our Jaisalmer holiday tour packages. Jaisalmer travel packages booked during the month of February allow travelers to witness the prismatic Desert Festival. It is a 3-day festival celebrated annually amidst the yellow sand of the desert with spectators from all around the world.

A tour package provides an opportunity to travelers to explore this “Golden City”, in a planned and organized manner and witness its artistic architecture, vibrant culture, historical palaces, and savor the authentic Rajasthani cuisine. For this reason, a detailed itinerary is included in these tour packages of Jaisalmer so that travelers can enjoy a hassle-free vacation. These itineraries are specially crafted by our travel experts, keeping in mind, the needs and requirements of the travelers. Therefore, facilities like sightseeing tours, outdoor activities, accommodations, and local transfers, are included in these tour packages for Jaisalmer to provide all sorts of comforts to the travelers and enable them to enjoy their vacation to the fullest.

How To Reach Jaisalmer?

Also known as “The Golden City”, Jaisalmer is one of the top tourist destinations in Rajasthan. If you are wondering how to reach Jaisalmer, read out the below space -

By Air

Jaisalmer does not have an airport of its own. Jodhpur airport is the nearest airport which is located 300 kms away from Jaisalmer. It is well-connected with major Indian cities - Delhi, Mumbai and Bangalore. From the airport, you can easily hire a cab and reach Jaisalmer.

By Rail

Jaisalmer Railway Station has good connectivity with other major Indian cities. There are direct trains available from cities like Jaipur and Delhi. You can avail private taxis and autos to reach the respective destination from outside the station.

By Road

Jaisalmer enjoys good connectivity via road with cities like Jodhpur, Jaipur, Ahmedabad. Passengers can easily avail taxis/ autos from outside the bus stand.

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Best Jaisalmer Tour Packages

Jaisalmer Tour Packages	Duration	Price*	Inclusions	Details
Jaipur - Jodhpur - Udaipur	6 Nights / 7 Days	₹17000/-	Meal, Transfer, Sightseeing, Hotels	View Details
UDAIPUR - JAISALMER TOUR IN 5 DAYS (FROM UDAIPUR)	4 Nights / 5 Days	₹25000/-	Meal, Transfer, Sightseeing, Hotels	View Details
Jodhpur -Jaisalmer Tour Package	4 Nights / 5 Days	₹22000/-	Meal, Transfer, Sightseeing, Hotels	View Details
Jodhpur -Jaisalmer Tour Package	4 Nights / 5 Days	₹17300/-	Meal, Transfer, Flights, Sightseeing, Hotels	View Details
Jaisalmer Tour Package	2 Nights / 3 Days	₹10000/-	Meal, Transfer, Flights, Sightseeing, Hotels	View Details