Jaipur to Jaisalmer Stranger Group Trip
📍 Jaisalmer, Rajasthan
Overview
Jaipur to Jaisalmer Desert Escape with Trekking Mantra is a 5-day, 4-night group trip for anyone who wants to see the Golden City of Rajasthan without the planning. You board an overnight journey from Jaipur and spend two days in Jaisalmer. You’ll visit the living Jaisalmer Fort, the carved Patwon Ki Haveli, the sunset memorial garden at Bada Bagh and the calm waters of Gadisar Lake. Then you head into the Thar Desert for a camel safari, a jeep safari over the dunes, a folk music and dance evening and a night under the stars at a desert camp. The trip also includes the sacred Tanot Mata Temple near the Indo-Pak border and a return journey to Jaipur.
The trip suits friends, couples, solo travellers and families. Departures are from Jaipur, and the price covers the key activities and stays. Book your Jaisalmer tour package from Jaipur with Trekking Mantra and get a worry-free desert getaway.
Highlights
- ✔ Overnight journey from Jaipur to the Golden City of Jaisalmer
- ✔ Explore the golden-sandstone Jaisalmer Fort, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
- ✔ Sunset views at Bada Bagh cenotaphs
- ✔ Visit Gadisar Lake and enjoy a traditional Rajasthani puppet show
- ✔ Walk through the intricate Patwon Ki Haveli
- ✔ Discover the mysterious abandoned Kuldhara Village
- ✔ Camel safari in the Thar Desert
- ✔ Thrilling jeep safari over the sand dunes
- ✔ Rajasthani dinner with folk music and dance at the desert camp
- ✔ Stargazing and a night stay in the desert
- ✔ Darshan at the sacred Tanot Mata Temple
- ✔ Hassle-free group travel with a trip captain
Day-wise Itinerary
- Day 1: Jaipur to Jaisalmer
- Depart from Jaipur in the evening.
- Enjoy a comfortable overnight journey towards the Golden City of Rajasthan, Jaisalmer.
- Day 2: Jaisalmer Local Sightseeing
- Arrive in Jaisalmer and check in to the hotel.
- Freshen up and relax after the journey.
- Visit Bada Bagh and enjoy beautiful sunset views over the cenotaphs.
- Explore the scenic Gadisar Lake.
- Enjoy a traditional Rajasthani puppet show (subject to availability).
- Return to the hotel for dinner and a musical evening.
- Day 3: Jaisalmer Heritage and Desert Experience
- Wake up to a refreshing morning and enjoy breakfast.
- Check out from the hotel.
- Explore the iconic Jaisalmer Fort, known for its golden architecture.
- Discover the heritage of Patwon Ki Haveli.
- Visit the mysterious Kuldhara Village.
- Proceed towards the Thar Desert and check in to your desert camp.
- Experience an exciting camel safari.
- Enjoy a traditional Rajasthani dinner with folk music and dance performances.
- Spend a magical evening under the starlit desert sky.
- Day 4: Desert Adventure and Tanot Mata Temple
- Wake up to a beautiful desert sunrise.
- Enjoy an exciting jeep safari in the sand dunes.
- Return to the camp for breakfast.
- Check out from the desert camp.
- Visit the sacred Tanot Mata Temple.
- Begin the return journey towards Jaipur.
- Day 5: Arrival in Jaipur
- Reach Jaipur in the morning.
- Say goodbye to your fellow travellers with wonderful memories and unforgettable experiences.
Inclusions
- ✅ Overnight transport Jaipur → Jaisalmer → Jaipur
- ✅ 1 night hotel stay, Jaisalmer
- ✅ 1 night desert camp stay, Thar Desert
- ✅ Meals: 2 breakfast & 2 dinner as per itinerary
- ✅ Camel Safari in the Thar Desert
- ✅ Jeep Safari in the sand dunes
- ✅ Rajasthani dinner with folk music & dance
- ✅ Trip Captain for group departures
- ✅ Toll, parking & driver charges
- ✅ 24×7 customer support
Exclusions
- ❌ 5% GST
- ❌ Monument & fort entry tickets (Jaisalmer Fort, Patwon Ki Haveli, Kuldhara etc.)
- ❌ Lunch and meals not listed
- ❌ Adventure activities not listed (quad biking, paramotoring etc.)
- ❌ Camera / drone fees at monuments
- ❌ Personal expenses (shopping, laundry, tips)
- ❌ Anything not listed in inclusions
Things to Carry
Cancellation Policy
- Booking amount: Strictly non-refundable under any circumstances.
- Remaining Trip Amount (if paid in advance):
- 15 days or more before departure: 75% refund of the remaining trip amount (excluding the booking amount).
- 7–14 days before departure: 50% refund of the remaining trip amount (excluding the booking amount).
- Less than 7 days before departure: No refund.
- No-show & unused services: No refund for no-show, late arrival, early departure or unused services.
Note: Trekking Mantra reserves the right to modify or cancel the itinerary due to weather conditions, road closures, operational requirements or government regulations.
FAQs
What is the best time to visit Jaisalmer?
October to March is the best time, with pleasant weather and clear skies for the desert camp. Summers are very hot, so we recommend winter travel.
Where does the trip start and end?
The trip starts with an evening departure from Jaipur and ends with arrival back in Jaipur on the morning of Day 4.
Is this Jaipur to Jaisalmer trip suitable for solo travellers?
Yes, it is a group trip, and many solo travellers join us and make new friends along the way.
Is the trip safe for women travellers?
Yes. Trekking Mantra trips are led by an experienced trip captain, and the stays are in safe, well-reviewed properties.
What is the starting price of the trip?
The trip starts at ₹6,999 per person.
What kind of accommodation is provided?
You stay in a hotel in Jaisalmer and in a desert camp in the Thar Desert, on a sharing basis.
Are monument entry fees included?
No, entry tickets for the fort, haveli and other monuments are not included and are paid directly at the venue.
How is the weather in the desert at night?
Desert nights can be cold, especially from November to February. Carry a warm jacket even if the days are warm.
Do I need to carry a government ID?
Yes, a valid government photo ID is mandatory for hotel check-in and for visiting the border area near Tanot Mata Temple.
Is Tanot Mata Temple always open to visitors?
It is usually open, but access can occasionally be restricted for security reasons. We will inform you in advance if there are any changes.