Golden Triangle with Jaisalmer

Golden Triangle with Jaisalmer

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If you want to visit north India, Golden Triangle tour is actually the best option to be considered. This tour covers most important cities of the northern region and these include Delhi, the capital of India, Agra, the city of the monument of Love (The Taj Mahal), Jaipur, the capital of the royal Rajasthan and Jaisalmer the city of lakes. Needless to mention, these are the worldwide famous cities because of their cultural heritage of forts, palaces, temples and amazing lakes.

Day 01: Delhi Railway Station / Airport – Agra Sightseeing (216 Km / 5 hrs)

Meet & Greet on arrival at Delhi Railway Station / Airport & transfer to historical and romantic city - Agra. Enroute visit Sikandara - the mausoleum of Emperor Akbar. On arrival check-in to your hotel. Afternoon visit The world famous Taj Mahal - the most precious gift of love built by Emperor Shah Jahan for his loving wife Mumtaz and Also visit the Marble inlay making factories to see traditional workers making amazing marble crafts. Overnight stay at Agra.

Day 02: Agra – Jaipur via Fatehpur Sikri (245 Km / 5 hrs)

After breakfast visit Agra Fort & proceed to the Pink City of Jaipur. Enroute visit Fatehpur Sikri - once the capital of Mughal Emperor Akbar. Also visit the Buland Darwaza, the largest gateway in the world. On arrival at Jaipur, check into your hotel. Overnight stay at Jaipur.

Day 03: Jaipur Local Sightseeing

After breakfast start for full day local sightseeing in Jaipur. Visit Amber Fort & Palace, "Gaitore" Cenetophs (Front View), take a photo stop at Jal Mahal, City Palace & Museum, Jantar Mantar (Observatory) & take a photo stop at Hawa Mahal. Evening free for leisure. Overnight stay at Jaipur.

Day 04: Jaipur – Bikaner (330 Km / 6 hrs)

After breakfast transfer to Bikaner. Enroute Asia's biggest camel breeding farm to watch different breeds of Camels. On arrival check-in to your hotel. Overnight stay at Bikaner.

Day 05: Bikaner Halfday Sightseeing – Jaisalmer (333 Km / 6 hrs)

After breakfast check out from hotel & visit Junagarh Fort which includes Anup Mahal, Gaj Mandir, Sheesh Mahal and Prachina Museum, Lalgarh Palace. After that transfer to Jaisalmer.  Overnight stay at Jaisalmer.

Day 06: Jaisalmer Local Sightseeing

After breakfast visit the Jaisalmer Fort which is made by unique Golden Lime stone, that’s why its known as Golden Fort or Sonar Kella. After that visit Patwon-ki-haveli, Nathmal-ki-haveli. Salim singh-ki-Haveli. People still live in these ancient buildings dating from 12th to 15th century. Every house has exquisite carvings and filigreed work. After that also visit Gadishar Lake. In evening proceed for camel ride on Sam Sand Dunes & you can experience the spectacular view of Sun set in Thar desert. Overnight stay at Jaisalmer.

Day 07: Jaisalmer – Jodhpur (285 Km / 5 hrs)

After breakfast transfer to Jodhpur. On arrival check-in to your hotel. Overnight stay at Jodhpur.

Day 08: Jodhpur Halfday Sightseeing – Udaipur (260 Km / 5 hrs)

After breakfast start for halfday sightseeing covering Umaid Bhawan Palace, Mehrangarh Fort and Jaswant Thada. After that transfer to Udaipur. On arrival check-in to your hotel. In the evening take a breathtaking boat tour over the picturesque Lake Pichola (at your own cost) to admire the royal buildings around the Lake and enjoy the scenic sunset view. From the lake you have a wonderful view of the City Palace stretching along the east bank, while the south bank has pleasant gardens running down to the waterside. Overnight stay at Udaipur.

Day 09: Udaipur Local Sightseeing

After breakfast start for Udaipur city tour. Visiting Fateh Sagar, Maharana Pratap Memorial, take a photo stop at Nehru Garden, Sehelion-KI-Bari - Queen’s resort for their friends, Sukhadia Circle (Drive Pass), Bhartiya Lok kala Museum - a museum of folk and art, it displays a rich collection of folk dresses, ornaments, puppets, masks, dolls. After that visit City Palace – The largest palace complex of Rajasthan, Jagdish Temple – built by Maharana Jagat Singh and is dedicated to Lord Vishnu & Gulab Bagh. Overnight stay at Udaipur.

Day 10: Hotel – Udaipur Railway Station / Airport

After breakfast check out from hotel and transfer to Udaipur Railway Station / Airport for your onward journey.

Payments policy

• 25% Amount at the time of booking. 100% Amount 15 days or earlier, before travel date. Payment by cheque or online payment facility available. Your booking confirmation number will be provided to you.

Tour Cancilation policy

• Strictly depends upon concerned hotel's cancellation policy
• Minimum Cancilation charges before 10days of Travel Date is 10% of package cost

• Package cost will change if opted for guide service, choice of transport vehicle, hotel type change
• Accommodation charges as mentioned in the package are with 2 persons staying together sharing the same room
• Extra persons in same room charges extra
• Altough we ensure you the best experience but unfortunate delays in travel and inefficient service of hotel is the responsibility of the respective parties.

By Air:

The city is served by Jaisalmer Domestic Airport (Airport Code: JSA), situated 12 km from the city center. JSA operates scheduled commercial flights during the peak tourism season (October to March) connecting New Delhi, Mumbai, Jaipur, and Ahmedabad. Year round major air connections are available via Jodhpur Domestic Airport (Airport Code: JDH - 285 km / 4.5 hours drive via NH-125), which operates daily flights to all Indian metro cities.

By Train:

Jaisalmer Railway Station (Station Code: JSM) is the westernmost rail terminus in Rajasthan, well connected with direct superfast and express trains:

• Delhi-Jaisalmer Runicha Express / Intercity (Train 14087/14088): Direct daily train from Old Delhi (DLI) to Jaisalmer in 15 hours.
• Jodhpur-Jaisalmer Express: Multiple daily express trains connecting Jodhpur to Jaisalmer in 5 hours.
• Howrah-Jaisalmer Superfast Express: Weekly long distance train connecting Kolkata, Varanasi, Agra, and Jaipur.
• Prepaid auto rickshaws and private taxis operate round the clock from the station to all desert camps and fort hotels.

By Road:

Jaisalmer is connected via smooth national highways traversing the Thar Desert along National Highway 11 (NH-11) and National Highway 68 (NH-68):

• From Jodhpur (~285 km / 4.5 hours): Fast highway drive via Pokhran on NH-125 and NH-11.
• From Bikaner (~330 km / 5.5 hours): Smooth drive through desert landscapes via Pokhran and Kolayat on NH-11.
• From Udaipur (~490 km / 8.5 hours): Highway drive via Jodhpur on NH-62.
• From Jaipur (~560 km / 9.5 hours): Drive via Ajmer, Beawar, and Jodhpur on NH-48 and NH-11.
• State Buses: RSRTC operates daily Super Luxury Scania, Volvo AC, and sleeper buses to Jaisalmer Central Bus Stand from Jaipur, Jodhpur, Bikaner, and Ahmedabad.

Jaisalmer offers an extraordinary collection of living UNESCO forts, vast desert sand dunes, carved sandstone merchant havelis, and desert oasis lakes:

1. Jaisalmer Fort (Sonar Qila UNESCO Living Golden Fortress - 1156 CE)

Erected in 1156 CE on Trikuta Hill, Jaisalmer Fort is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the world's most remarkable living fortresses. Its 99 bastions protect a vibrant medieval world of narrow stone alleys, seven intricately carved 12th to 15th century yellow sandstone Jain temples, royal palaces (*Raj Mahal*), and panoramic cannon viewpoints like Cannon Point overlooking the golden city.

Jaisalmer Fort — 12th-Century Living UNESCO Golden Sandstone Fortress on Trikuta Hill

2. Sam Sand Dunes & Desert Safari Camping (Thar Desert - 42 km)

Located 42 km west of Jaisalmer in the heart of the Thar Desert, the vast rolling sand dunes of Sam Sand Dunes offer authentic desert adventures. Visitors enjoy sunset camel safaris across silk soft ridges, high speed 4x4 open jeep dune bashing, quad biking, and luxury Swiss tent camping with traditional Rajasthani folk dances (Kalbelia) and campfires under the Milky Way.

Sam Sand Dunes — Rolling Desert Sand Ridges, Camel Safaris, and Starlit Camping in Jaisalmer

3. Patwon Ki Haveli Complex & 5-Story Golden Sandstone Mansions (1805)

Built between 1805 and 1850 by wealthy brocade and opium merchant Guman Chand Patwa for his five sons, Patwon Ki Haveli is a cluster of five interconnected palatial mansions. Constructed in glowing yellow sandstone, the haveli features over 60 intricately carved jharokha balconies, mirror work murals, and period furniture showcasing 19th century merchant wealth.

Patwon Ki Haveli — Ornate 19th-Century Five-Story Yellow Sandstone Merchant Palace in Jaisalmer

4. Gadisar Lake & Tilon Ki Pol Oasis Promenades (1367 CE)

Built in 1367 CE by Maharawal Gadsi Singh as a rainwater conservation reservoir that supplied the entire desert city for centuries, Gadisar Lake is a scenic oasis lined with carved yellow stone temples, bathing ghats, and royal pavilions. Entrance to the lake is through the magnificent double story archway Tilon Ki Pol, built by a famous royal courtesan.

Gadisar Lake — 14th-Century Historic Desert Oasis Reservoir and Carved Temples in Jaisalmer

5. Kuldhara Ghost Village & Abandoned 13th-Century Paliwal Settlement

Situated 18 km southwest of Jaisalmer, Kuldhara is an abandoned 13th century village once inhabited by prosperous Paliwal Brahmins. Legend recounts that in 1825, all 84 surrounding villages vanished overnight to protect their honor from the tyrannical prime minister Salim Singh, leaving behind eerie roofless stone homes, courtyards, and ancient stepwells.

Kuldhara — 13th-Century Abandoned Heritage Ghost Village and Ancient Stone Ruins near Jaisalmer

6. Bada Bagh Royal Cenotaphs & Windmill Ridge

Located 6 km north of Jaisalmer on a desert ridge, Bada Bagh (Big Garden) features a series of majestic royal cenotaphs (*chhatris*) constructed in golden sandstone for the Maharawals of Jaisalmer, offering spectacular sunset photography against modern wind turbine farms.

7. Jain Temples Inside the Fort (Parshvanatha & Chandraprabha Shrines - 12th to 15th Century)

Enclosed within the fort bastions is a cluster of seven interconnected yellow sandstone Jain temples built between the 12th and 15th centuries. The temples feature ceilings carved with celestial dancers, torana arches, and the world famous *Gyan Bhandar* library containing rare 11th century palm leaf manuscripts.

8. Salim Singh Ki Haveli & Peacock Shaped Roof (Moti Mahal)

Constructed in 1815 with a narrow ground floor that opens up into an elaborate top floor shaped like a dancing peacock, this haveli features 38 balconies supported by stone brackets shaped like leaping horses and elephants.

9. Desert National Park & Great Indian Bustard Wildlife Sanctuary

Covering over 3,162 sq km of Thar sand dunes and thorny scrubland, this national park is one of the last remaining refuges of the critically endangered *Great Indian Bustard (Godawan)*, desert foxes, Bengal foxes, chinkaras, and migratory imperial eagles.