Jodhpur Tour Package

Jodhpur Tour Package

The royal city of Jodhpur and go for a conducted tour to get a deeper insight about the rich culture of the city. This city of the Rathores is a premier destination. Collect the traditional jewelry, handicrafts and costumes from the shops. During your vacation, make sure to take the advantages of the travel packages on offer.

Located on the eastern fringe of the Thar Desert, the city of Jodhpur exudes the languid charm of a frontier outpost. The monumental Mehrangarh fort; the Art Deco marvel called Umaid Bhawan; serene Bishnoi villages dotting the city outskirts; craft trading centre of the desert region; home to the poofy horse-riding pants called Jodhpur made famous globally by Jacqueline Kennedy; a distirct miniature school of painting Jodhpur distirct character works slowly on your senses, and leaves a lingering impression over time.

Day 1: Jodhpur

On Arrival at Jodhpur city transfer to hotel later visit the best preserved fort of Rajasthan -the Mehrangarh fort. Later see the marble cenotaph at Jaswant Thada, known as the the Taj Mahal of Rajasthan. Evening explore local market. Overnight stay at hotel.

Day 2: Jodhpur

After breakfast visit Balsamand Lake (a artificial lake that was constructed by Balak Rao Pariharin 1159 AD. The lush greenery around the lake has mango groves, papaya groves and groves of guava, plum and pomegranate.) Rao Jodha Desert Rock Park (The aim behind the formation of Rao Jodha Desert Rock Park in the year 2006 was to restore the rocky area near the fort. Once preliminary steps were taken to restore the land, more than 80 native plant species from the famous Thar Desert were grown.) Umaid Bhawan Palace Museum (The construction of Umaid Bhawan Palace Museum was started in the year 1929 and it was completed in 1943. The palace is situated on the highest point in the city. The 347-roomed massive palace is named one of the largest private residences in the world. Overnight at hotel.

Day 3: Jodhpur-Departure

After breakfast leave Jodhpur for onward city.

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 Jodhpur Domestic Airport (Airport Code: JDH), located just 5 km south of the city center. Jodhpur Airport offers daily direct non stop flights connecting New Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru, Ahmedabad, Hyderabad, Kolkata, and Chennai. Taxis and app cabs operate around the clock from the arrival terminal.

By Train:

Jodhpur Junction Railway Station (Station Code: JU) is the headquarters of the Jodhpur Railway Division, well connected by premier express trains:

• Vande Bharat Express (Train 12461/12462): Semi high speed express connecting Jodhpur to Sabarmati (Ahmedabad) in just 6 hours.
• Mandore Express & Jodhpur Mail: Daily superfast express connecting Delhi Sarai Rohilla (DEE) to Jodhpur in 10.5 hours.
• Suryanagari Express: Daily superfast express connecting Mumbai Bandra Terminus (BDTS) to Jodhpur in 15 hours.
• Prepaid auto rickshaws and private taxis operate round the clock outside Jodhpur Junction.

By Road:

Jodhpur is connected via smooth national highways traversing Rajasthan along National Highway 62 (NH-62), National Highway 25 (NH-25), and National Highway 125 (NH-125):

• From Ajmer (~205 km / 4 hours): Direct highway drive via Beawar and Barr on NH-25.
• From Udaipur (~250 km / 4.5 hours): Scenic highway drive via Ranakpur Jain Temple on NH-62.
• From Jaisalmer (~285 km / 4.5 hours): Smooth drive across the Thar Desert via Pokhran on NH-125.
• From Jaipur (~330 km / 5.5 hours): 4-lane highway drive via Ajmer on NH-48 and NH-25.
• State Buses: RSRTC operates daily Super Luxury Scania, Volvo AC, and sleeper buses to Jodhpur Central Bus Stand from Jaipur, Delhi, Ahmedabad, and Udaipur.

Jodhpur features an extraordinary collection of cliffside fortresses, white marble royal cenotaphs, Art Deco palaces, and ancient stepwells:

1. Mehrangarh Fort & Sheesh Mahal Museum (1459 Cliffside Fortress)

Rising 400 feet above the city on a massive perpendicular cliff, Mehrangarh Fort is one of India's largest and best preserved fortresses. Built by Rao Jodha in 1459, the fort houses the gold leaf painted *Phool Mahal*, the mirrored *Sheesh Mahal*, the *Moti Mahal*, and an extraordinary museum exhibiting royal palanquins, elephant howdahs, Rajput armor, and miniature paintings alongside the thrilling Flying Fox zipline over the battlements.

Mehrangarh Fort — 15th-Century Majestic Rajput Hilltop Fortress Overlooking Jodhpur

2. Jaswant Thada & White Marble Lake Cenotaphs (Taj Mahal of Marwar - 1899)

Built in 1899 by Maharaja Sardar Singh in memory of his father Maharaja Jaswant Singh II, Jaswant Thada is an intricately carved royal cenotaph crafted from pure white Makrana marble. The marble sheets are carved so thinly that they emit a warm golden glow when illuminated by the sunlight, surrounded by tiered lakeside gardens and royal Rathore chhatris.

Jaswant Thada — 19th-Century Intricate White Marble Cenotaph and Taj Mahal of Marwar in Jodhpur

3. Umaid Bhawan Palace & Royal Heritage Museum (Art Deco Palace - 1943)

Completed in 1943 by Maharaja Umaid Singh and designed by British architect Henry Vaughan Lanchester, Umaid Bhawan Palace is one of the world's largest private residences with 347 rooms built in golden Chittar sandstone. The estate is divided into the private residence of the current royal family, a luxury heritage hotel, and a royal museum displaying vintage classic cars, clocks, and Art Deco glassware.

Umaid Bhawan Palace — Grand 20th-Century Art Deco Royal Palace and Museum in Jodhpur

4. Mandore Gardens & Ancient Marwar Royal Chhatris (Pre-1459 Capital)

Located 9 km north of Jodhpur, Mandore served as the ancient capital of the Parihar and Rathore rulers before Jodhpur was founded. The extensive gardens feature royal cenotaphs (*dewals*) constructed in red sandstone resembling ornate Hindu temples, the *Hall of Heroes* with 16 rock carved warrior statues, and the Shrine of the Three Hundred Million Gods.

Mandore Gardens — Historic Royal Red Sandstone Cenotaphs and Temple Shrines in Jodhpur

5. Toorji Ka Jhalra 18th-Century Restored Sandstone Stepwell (1740s)

Constructed in the 1740s by Queen Consort Maharani Tanwarji, Toorji Ka Jhalra is an architectural masterpiece of geometric symmetry built in red Jodhpur sandstone. Plunging over 200 feet into the ground with crisscrossing staircases, carved stone water spouts, and dancing elephant reliefs, the restored stepwell is surrounded by vibrant boutique cafes.

Toorji Ka Jhalra — 18th-Century Geometric Sandstone Stepwell in Jodhpur Old City

6. Ghanta Ghar Clock Tower & Sardar Market Bazaars

Built between 1910 and 1912 by Maharaja Sardar Singh in the center of the old city, this century old clock tower is surrounded by the vibrant alleys of Sardar Market, where hundreds of bustling shops sell traditional spices, textiles, antiques, and local sweets.

7. Rao Jodha Desert Rock Park & Volcanic Walking Trails

Spread across 70 hectares of rugged rocky terrain adjacent to Mehrangarh Fort, this ecological park was created to restore the native desert vegetation and volcanic rock formations dating back 750 million years, offering stunning walking trails and panoramic views of the fort ramparts.

8. Kaylana Lake & Machiya Biological Park Sunsets

Constructed in 1872 by Pratap Singh, this scenic artificial lake is situated 8 km west of the city. Surrounded by igneous volcanic hills and migratory bird colonies, it is a favorite spot for evening boat rides and peaceful sunset views.

9. Bishnoi Village Safari Excursion (Khejarli & Wildlife Conservation - 25 km)

A short drive south of Jodhpur leads to the villages of the eco conscious Bishnoi community, where blackbucks, chinkara deer, and peacocks roam freely in sacred groves alongside traditional dhurrie rug weavers and terracotta potters.