Rajasthan Itinerary- Jodhpur - Jaisalmer (4 nights) with Extensions

This is a short-break tourist itinerary for Rajasthan that covers two major destinations Jodhpur (Forts and Palaces) and Jaisalmer (Desert Retreat).

Day 1 - Arrive in Jodhpur. Visit to Mandore Gardens, Balsamand Lake and local markets in the evening. 
Day 2 - Full day sightseeing covering Mehrangarh Fort, Umaid Bhawan Palace and Jaswant Thada. Time Permitting Visit Bishnoi Village at the Outskirts.  
Day 3 - Proceed to Jaisalmer (305 kms - 6 hours) - Reach by afternoon. Evening Visit to the Fort.
Day 4 - Half Day Sightseeing around Jaisalmer (Jain Temples, Cenotaphs). Proceed to Khuri or Sam Dunes in the afternoon. Reach by 4. Stay overnight in a Camp. Camel ride to Sunset and evening Entertainment at the Camp.
Day 5 - Proceed back to Jodhpur (305 kms - 5 1/2 hours) after breakfast. Reach by afternoon.

• An activity oriented rural retreat near Jodhpur like Rohetgarh or Chanwa Luni can be opted for an experience oriented (Village Visits, Horse Safari, Jeep Rides), off-beat itinerary

• Manvar, a Desert camp mid-way on Jodhpur-Jaisalmer route can be considered instead of 1 night at Sam. Manvar is more private desert retreat than ones at Sam and provides a more profound Desert experience than a more touristy Sam.

• Birding Enthusiasts may choose to stay at Sodakore at Mirvana Nature Resort

• If idea is to enjoy desert experience but not travel as much then Camel Camp Osiyan Or Khimsar Sand Dunes Resort are good alternative to Jaisalmer providing a more private desert experience like Manvar. 

• Bikaner (325 kms from Jaisalmer) can be considered as an extension. Bikaner is known for Forts and Palaces, Gajner Wildlife Sanctuary and Deshnoke Temple.  Bikaner is connected by Train with Jodhpur, Ahmedabad (Overnight), Jaipur(Overnight) and Mumbai(Overnight).

Recommended Accommodation Options - Jodhpur - Jaisalmer 

Access - Jodhpur gets flights from Mumbai and Delhi. There are daily overnight trains to Jodhpur from Mumbai, Ahmedabad and Delhi. 

Note: Above is an indicative itinerary and can be customised as per your requirements. Please refer to Rajasthan Tourist Map | Distance Calculator for Planning.

Please email to rj02@nivalink.com with dates of travel for a firm quote (hotel cost and transportation) with an indicative itinerary. 

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