
Jaisalmer to Jaipur: Desert, Leopards and Lakes
Overview
Start in the Golden City and finish in the Pink City, with a desert camp, a leopard safari and a Lake Pichola sunset boat ride on the way.
Route: Jaisalmer · Sam · Jodhpur · Jawai · Udaipur · Chittorgarh · Jaipur
Highlights
- check_circleJaisalmer Fort and havelis
- check_circleDesert camp at Sam, with stargazing
- check_circleMehrangarh Fort, Jodhpur
- check_circleJawai leopard safari
- check_circleLake Pichola sunset boat ride
- check_circleChittorgarh Fort
Day-wise itinerary
D1Arrival in Jaisalmer and local sightseeingexpand_more
Arrive and check in. After some rest see Jaisalmer Fort, Raj Mahal, the fort's Jain temples, Laxminath Temple, Patwon Ki Haveli, Salim Singh Ki Haveli, Nathmal Ki Haveli, Manak Chowk and the handicraft market, with Gadisar Lake in the evening.
hotelOvernight: Jaisalmer
D2Jaisalmer to Sam Sand Dunesexpand_more
After breakfast see Bada Bagh, Amar Sagar Jain Temple, Kuldhara and, if time permits, the Desert National Park area. Reach Sam by afternoon and check in at the desert camp. Camel safari, jeep safari or dune bashing, sunset, Rajasthani folk dance and music, a traditional dinner, a bonfire and stargazing.
hotelOvernight: Sam Desert Camp
D3Sam to Jodhpur and Blue City sightseeingexpand_more
After breakfast drive to Jodhpur, check in and have lunch. See Mehrangarh Fort (Moti Mahal, Phool Mahal, Sheesh Mahal), Jaswant Thada, Rao Jodha Desert Rock Park, Toorji Ka Jhalra stepwell, Clock Tower and Sardar Market. Evening in the old city and markets.
hotelOvernight: Jodhpur
D4Jodhpur to Jawaiexpand_more
Visit Umaid Bhawan Palace and museum and Mandore Gardens with its temples and cenotaphs, then drive towards Jawai. Check in at the resort or camp and relax. Evening leopard safari, subject to safari availability and timing.
hotelOvernight: Jawai
D5Jawai to Udaipurexpand_more
Early morning leopard safari, breakfast, then depart for Udaipur. On arrival check in and see City Palace, Jagdish Temple, Gangaur Ghat, Bagore Ki Haveli, Lake Pichola and Doodh Talai. Evening Lake Pichola sunset boat ride, subject to operating conditions.
hotelOvernight: Udaipur
D6Udaipur to Chittorgarhexpand_more
Continue Udaipur sightseeing: Saheliyon Ki Bari, Fateh Sagar Lake, Maharana Pratap Smarak, Moti Magri, Sajjangarh (Monsoon Palace), Shilpgram and the local market. After lunch drive to Chittorgarh. Evening at Chittorgarh Fort: Vijay Stambh, Kirti Stambh, Rana Kumbha Palace, Padmini Palace, Meera Temple, Kumbha Shyam Temple and Gaumukh Kund.
hotelOvernight: Chittorgarh
D7Chittorgarh to Jaipurexpand_more
After breakfast drive to Jaipur. On arrival check in and see City Palace, Jantar Mantar, Hawa Mahal, Govind Dev Ji Temple, Albert Hall Museum, Birla Mandir, Patrika Gate, Johari Bazaar, Bapu Bazaar and MI Road. Free time for shopping in the old city.
hotelOvernight: Jaipur
D8Jaipur sightseeing and departureexpand_more
After breakfast see Amber Fort, Panna Meena Ka Kund, a photo stop at Jal Mahal, Jaigarh Fort, Nahargarh Fort and Kanak Vrindavan Garden. Then proceed to Jaipur airport, railway station or your onward journey.
Included
check_circleIncluded
- checkTour for 2 travellers
- checkPrivate sedan car for the whole journey
- checkAccommodation with daily breakfast
- checkFuel, tolls and parking
- checkDriver allowance (DA)
- checkAll applicable taxes
Good to know
- infoJawai safari timings are seasonal and depend on availability; plan the morning and evening safaris around the operator's slots.
Cancellation policy
Sample policy, to be confirmed by the business: full refund more than 48 hours before departure, 50% fee between 24 and 48 hours, no refund under 24 hours or for no-shows. Each package states its own terms.