Attractions

Forts, palaces and havelis worth the queue

What to see in Jaipur and Jaisalmer, and the hour of the day that suits each place best.

Best: Morning

Jaisalmer Fort

A living fort where families still reside inside the golden sandstone walls.

Best: Midday

Patwon ki Haveli

A cluster of five ornately carved havelis built by a family of brocade traders.

Best: Sunrise

Gadisar Lake

A rain-fed reservoir ringed by ghats, shrines and small temples.

Best: Sunset

Sam Sand Dunes

The classic Thar dunes, about 40 km from town, for camels, jeeps and camps.

Night · 1 hour

Fort & Dune Royale

Heritage haveli stay in the fort town, then two nights under canvas with jeep and camel time on the dunes.

Evening · 2.5 hours

Jaipur to Jaisalmer Royal Circuit

The full route by private car: Jaipur palaces, the blue city of Jodhpur and the Golden City, with desert camp to finish.

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