Winter season comes with lots of holiday options and perfect weather to enjoy your vacation. But every time, we get confused to choose a best place for unlimited fun and adventure. If you are one of them to plan a trip spontaneously, I will suggest to go for a Jodhpur Jaisalmer weekend trip which will make your holidays extraordinary, and adventure loaded. Find all information and real experiences for a weekend trip to Jodhpur and Jaisalmer.
Planning for The Trip
For this wonderful trip in desert of Rajasthan, choosing the right time is key. Most of the people rush to these places in December which make it crowded and surge price for everything. Jodhpur is also listed as one of the best places for 2 day trips from Delhi. So, if you are looking for a budget weekend trip to Jodhpur and Jaisalmer, plan in mid-December or Mid-January. From Christmas week to New Year, it is difficult to find a good hotel, camp, or transportation at reasonable rate, if not booked in advance.
Best Time for Trip: Mid-October- March (December to February months are more preferred)
Book a Tour package or vehicle on rent in advance (atleast 1 month ago) to get best deal for peak season of December and January.
How to Reach Jodhpur and Jaisalmer
To start the trip from Jodhpur, you can take a train or flight to reach here. Delhi to Jodhpur train time is 10-11 hours approx. You can catch a train in night and reach Jodhpur by breakfast to continue with city sightseeing. Both places are very easy to explore with a guide or yourself too. Form Jodhpur, there are various trains for Jaisalmer junction that takes 5-6 hours. You can also fly to Jodhpur and then hire a Rajasthan local taxi service for next 3 days tour.
Most Common Driving Route: Delhi → Jaipur → Ajmer → Jodhpur→ Pokhran → Jaisalmer
Major Stops Enroute: Ajmer, Jaipur, Pokhran
To avoid dependency on train timings and delays, it is better to plan a road trip. If you are planning from Delhi, total distance to ride will be approx 1800 Km including sightseeing and travelling to and from. To enjoy the trip at its fullest, Tempo traveller hire in Delhi is most suitable to travel comfortably with friends, family, or office group. You can also plan for self-drive with adequate planning. Delhi to Jodhpur distance is more than 600 km, so it is advisable to drive in right time and take 1 or 2 stops enroute.
A Detailed Plan for Jodhpur and Jaisalmer Tour from Delhi
Day 1: Delhi to Jodhpur (Overnight Journey)
Board your overnight train or Volvo Bus from Delhi to Jodhpur city. It will take 10-12 hours for the trip via both mode. Carry snacks, neck pillow and warm clothes with cap, muffler, and jacket as nights can be chilly.
Day 2: Jodhpur Sightseeing
Morning arrival in Jodhpur between 8-10 AM. Check in at your hotel and have your breakfast. After getting freshen up, start Jodhpur sightseeing tour with visit to Mehrangarh Fort, Umaid Bhawan Palace, Jaswant Thada, Mandore Gardens and Rao Jodha Desert Rock Park. All 4 places are located very close to each other and will take 4-5 hours to explore all sites. You can hire a tour guide who will explain the history and significance about all places. Afterwards, drive to Clock Tower and Sardar market area where you will find various shops for handicrafts and other souveniers.
Jodhpur famous food list includes Makhaniya Lassi, Mirchi vada, Rabri Jalebi and Kachori. Afterwards, take a city tour of Blue city where you will find houses painted in blue colour. Also visit Toorji ka Jhalra to see the old-world charm. Back to your hotel and rest of evening is free for leisure activities.
Stay in Jodhpur Hotel. Rest properly for full on adventure next day.
Day 3: Jodhpur-Jaisalmer
After breakfast, drive to Jaisalmer which will take 4-5 hours to reach. After arrival, explore Jaisalmer Fort, Patwon ki Haveli, Gadisar Lake, Nathmal Haveli. Afterwards, drive to reach Sand Dunes in Khuri or Sam- as per your choice or bookings made. On the way, make a stop at Jaisalmer War memorial for some time to see the Kargil war related things and museum. Continue drive and reach your camp.
If you have booked a Jaisalmer Desert Safari Camping package, you will get a welcome drink and check in at your camp. There are various types of camp- luxury, mud and Deluxe. Go inside your desert camp and unpack your luggage to get ready for Desert Safari. It starts by approx 4 PM and starts with camel safari that takes you to Sand Dunes. Enjoy the camel ride, Sunset views, Dune bashing on jeep, hot air balloon ride. After the adventure filled time, return to you camp.
To make your evening special, there will be cultural performances, folk dance, Rajasthani song and Bonfire. Dance around it and enjoy the night at its fullest. The camping will end with a dinner served with famous Rajasthani dishes like Ker Sangri, Bajre ki roti, Gud etc.
Go to your camp room and feel the cold night by sleeping under starry nights. Stay at Jaisalmer Camp.
Suggested Read: Top 10 Things to do in Jaisalmer
Day 4: Jaisalmer- Jodhpur
Wake up and enjoy your breakfast served at camp. Check out and drive to Kuldhara Village, Ranau Village, Tanot Mata Temple, and Longewala post.
Note: It will take more than 5-6 hours to cover Tanot Mata Temple and Longewala Border. So, plan accordingly. Depart from Longewala and drive towards Jodhpur. It will take 6-7 hours to arrive.
Stay at Jodhpur Hotel.
Day 5: Jodhpur- New Delhi (Departure)
Post breakfast, drive to Delhi with enroute stop at Ajmer and Jaipur for refreshments. By late night, you will reach Delhi.
This 4 Nights 4 Days Jaisalmer Jodhpur Tour Package is created for complete experience of Desert City.
Travel Tips:
✔ Book accommodations in advance, especially for the desert camp with activities.
✔ Carry sunscreen, sunglasses, and water—Rajasthan is dry and sunny.
✔ Prefer light cotton clothes and a scarf for sand protection.
✔ Keep cash handy for small purchases.
✔ Confirm train/bus timings and tickets well in advance.
✔ You can cut short this trip to 4 days with reducing sightseeing in Jaisalmer.
Suggested Read: Rajasthan Travel Guide- Which City Should You Must Visit?
Thoughts Shared
4 days are well enough to explore both city with desert safari and camping, but it is suggested to not hurry up too much, else it will not give an enriching tour experience. This weekend trip to Jodhpur and Jaisalmer from Delhi is great for group tours, family or solo travellers.