Exploring the Golden City: A Guide to Jaisalmer Tours

Jaisalmer in Rajasthan shares a border with Pakistan and is very close to the Thar desert. The Jaisalmer Fort is undoubtedly one of the prime attractions of the region. The yellow sandstone architecture in Jaisalmer is what has contributed to its name. According to Weather in Jaisalmer reports, temperature and climate conditions of Jaisalmer are often humid.

Summers can be extremely hot and even become unbearable some days. Since the temperature is very humid, you will have many problems adjusting to it if you’re not accustomed to it. You wouldn’t be able to enjoy the beauty during the rain. Thus, it is advisable to visit the place only during winter. It is best to take a trip to Jaisalmer mostly between August to March.

Depending on the number of days you’re visiting Jaisalmer, you can explore the places. The fewer the number of days, the fewer places you will explore. Below are all the places you can explore based on the number of days;

• Jaisalmer Fort
• Jain Temples
• Patwon ki Haveli
• Gadisar Lake.

Day 1:

• Jaisalmer Fort
• Jain Temples
• Patwon ki Haveli
• Canon Point

Day 2:

• Kuldhara, the Abandoned Village
• Desert Oasis
• Desert Safari

Day 3:

• Bada Bagh
• Lodurva
• Folklore Museum

3-5 Days Tour

Day 1:

• Jaisalmer Fort
• Patwon ki Haveli

Day 2:

• Jain Temples
• Fort Museum of Jaisalmer

Day 3

Day 4:

• Temple Parshvanath
• Valmiki Colony

Day 5:

Day 1:

• Jaisalmer Fort
• Patwon ki Haveli

Day 2:

• Jain Temples
• Fort Museum of Jaisalmer

Day 3

Day 4:

• Temple Parshvanath
• Valmiki Colony

Day 5:

Day 6:

Day 7:

• Khuri
• Khaba Fort
• Kuldhara

The beauty of Jaisalmer will always attract you towards it. The cultural and traditional souvenirs will make you want to grab your hands on them. So, once you’re in Jaipur, here are some of the places you can shop:

• Seema Gram: If you’re looking for bright and colourful scarves and chunnis, this is where you have to be.
• Manak Chowk: Adorned by colourful handicrafts, this market is extremely popular for all locally-made leather items.
• Pansari Bazaar: If you want a piece of Jaisalmer back in your home, you can find some of the best traditionally dressed popular puppets here.
• Sonaron Ka Baas: As beautiful as the name of this place is, so is the beautiful silver jewellery you can find here.

Jaisalmer is very popular for its Rajasthani cuisine. Below are some of the best places where you can eat and keep licking your fingers:

• Kuku Cafe- The best coffee
• Gaji’s Restaurant- Delicious Chinese, Indian, Korean and Veg options
• Sunrise Paratha House- Perfect for having parathas while watching a beautiful sunrise

• Trio Restaurant- Dal Tadka, Ker Sangri, Mutton Nagori and Laal Maas
• Free Tibet Restaurant- Momos and Tibetan soups
• Chandan Shree- Aloo Paratha, Pyaaz Kachori, Dhosa, Paneer Bhurji

• Milan Restaurant- Butter chicken, naan, bread, kebabs
• Saffron- Delicious Rajasthani Thali
• Sunset Palace- Fast food

If you’re visiting Jaisalmer from Delhi via road, you must go to Neemrana, Shahpura, Jaipur, and Nagaur. The journey is 15 hours long.

The journey from Delhi to Jaisalmer railway station via train is 18-20 hours long. The duration will depend on the number of stops the train takes.

The bus is one of the most affordable ways to travel to Jaisalmer. You can take a bus directly to the Jaisalmer bus station.

You can take a taxi from the Jaisalmer train station to reach the city’s heart.

The easiest way to fly from any part of India to Jaisalmer is via the Jodhpur airport. The Jodhpur airport has regular flights from Udaipur, Chennai, Delhi, Kolkata and Mumbai. After landing at Jodhpur airport, book a taxi to Jaisalmer, which will take around 5-6 hours.

If you plan your trip thoroughly from the beginning, things become extremely easier. With the help of experts who know the city, the trip will be worthwhile. So, book your trip to Jaisalmer today with Jaisal Tours and experience the traditions and culture here.