Rajasthan · most people spend 5–7 days
JaisalmerTravel guide · tours · day trips · things to do
A Heritage Treasure of Rajasthan
Good forHeritageHistoryArchitectureCulturePhotography
Our own itineraries · private car and driver throughout · real photographs only
Most people spend 5–7 days From ₹5,300 per person 13 itineraries include Jaisalmer Rajasthan
The short version
About Jaisalmer
Jaisalmer is a city in Rajasthan.
Jaisalmer has 5 places to visit, including Jaisalmer Fort, Sam Sand Dunes and Patwon Ki Haveli, 39 places to stay and 3 travel agents.
Jaisalmer is best known for Jaisalmer Fort, Patwon ki Haveli and Sam Sand Dunes. Most visitors give it 5–7 days.
It combines well with Ajmer, Alwar, Banswara and Baran, all within a day of Jaisalmer.
Worth knowing
- State
- Rajasthan
- Good for
- Heritage, History, Architecture, Culture
- Typical stay
- 5–7 days
Last updated 2 October 2026 · Compiled by The Trip India from verified listings, destination records and traveller reviews.
- Visit Jaisalmer during winter for pleasant weather
- Hire a local guide for the best experience
What people come for
Places to visit in Jaisalmer
These are the Jaisalmer sights our own itineraries actually visit, ranked by how often they appear — so the order reflects what a Jaisalmer trip really includes.
01Jaisalmer FortfortsPatwon ki Haveli02Patwon ki Haveliheritage
03Sam Sand DunesdesertJain temples04Jain templesvisited on our itineraries
Kuldhara05Kuldharavisited on our itineraries
06Bada BaghheritageAkal Wood Fossil Park07Akal Wood Fossil Parkvisited on our itineraries
Drive to Jaisalmer08Drive to Jaisalmervisited on our itineraries
Bookable on their own
Day trips in Jaisalmer
Short outings that book on their own — no package needed. Each is a one-day trip from Jaisalmer with a private car and driver.
Our own itineraries
Jaisalmer tour packages
Ours, not resold. A private car and driver throughout, and Jaisalmer is in every itinerary. Prices are per person on twin sharing.
Weather and seasons
Best time to visit Jaisalmer
The year divides into three seasons, and each changes what there is to do.
WinterNov-Feb
SummerMar-May
MonsoonJun-Sep
Nov-FebWinter
11–26°C
≈17 mm rain
0 deg45 deg
Mar-MaySummer
23–38°C
≈25 mm rain
0 deg45 deg
Jun-SepMonsoon
28–39°C
≈189 mm rain
0 deg45 deg
What it costs
- Budget
- ₹800/day
- Mid-range
- ₹2,000/day
- Luxury
- ₹5,000+/day
Is Jaisalmer safe?
Jaisalmer is generally safe for tourists.
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Who to book with
Popular travel agencies in Jaisalmer
Local operators based in Jaisalmer, promoted first.
Top travel agencies in Jaisalmer
Combines well with
Places to visit near Jaisalmer
Real photographs only
Jaisalmer photos
Every image below is a real photograph from one of our Jaisalmer itineraries. Stand-in image files are never shown.
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