2 Days in Jaisalmer
Planning 2 days in Jaisalmer? A 2-day plan for Jaisalmer covering Jaisalmer Fort, Jaisalmer Fort Jain temples, Jaisalmer Folklore Museum and Gadisar Lake and more. It includes a detailed day-wise schedule, activities, meal suggestions, transportation tips and an estimated budget to help you plan your trip with less guesswork.
Day 1
Day 1
Visit Jaisalmer Fort, Jaisalmer Fort Jain temples, Jaisalmer Folklore Museum and Gadisar Lake.
Activities
- Visit Jaisalmer Fort
- Visit Jaisalmer Fort Jain temples
- Visit Jaisalmer Folklore Museum
- Visit Gadisar Lake
Meals
- •Breakfast
- •Lunch
- •Dinner
Day 2
Day 2
Visit Bada Bagh, Jaisalmer War Museum and Sam Sand Dunes.
Activities
- Visit Bada Bagh
- Visit Jaisalmer War Museum
- Visit Sam Sand Dunes
Meals
- •Breakfast
- •Lunch
- •Dinner
Detailed Timeline
Day 1
6 activities
Morning
Jaisalmer Fort
Jaisalmer Fort is situated in the city of Jaisalmer, in the Indian state of Rajasthan.
Jaisalmer Fort Jain temples
Jaisalmer Fort Jain temples is a group of seven Śvetāmbara Jain temples inside Jaisalmer Fort in the Indian state of Rajasthan. It is a World Heritage Site of UNESCO as part of Hill Forts of Rajasthan.
Afternoon
Lunch at Anchal Sweets
Fresh kachori and samosa.
Jaisalmer Folklore Museum
A museum showcasing Rajasthan's folk heritage, arts and customs. There are two nightly half-hour long traditional puppet shows, starting at 6:30PM and 7:30 respectively, which is the highlight in the museum. Entry:
Gadisar Lake
Gadisar Lake (also called Gadsisar Lake) is an artificial lake in Jaisalmer, Rajasthan, India. It was built by the founder of Jaisalmer, Rawal Jaisal Bhati in 1156 AD and later rebuilt by his successor Rawal Gadsi Bhati around 1367 AD.
Evening
Dinner at Free Tibet Restaurant
The restaurant has one of the highest rooftops in Jaisalmer. They serve a combination of Tibetan, Chinese, Indian and European cuisine.
Day 2
5 activities
Morning
Bada Bagh
Bada Bagh, also called Barabagh (lit. "grand garden" in Hindi) is a garden complex located about six kilometers north of Jaisalmer in the Indian state of Rajasthan.
Jaisalmer War Museum
A museum displaying India's modern military history. There is a hall dedicated to the noted Battle of Longewala fought near Jaisalmer during the Indo-Pakistani War of 1971. Open Wed-Mon 9:30AM-8PM.
Afternoon
Lunch at German Bakery
Great place to have a "western-style" breakfast.
Sam Sand Dunes
These sand dunes are around 50 km from Jaisalmer city but one has to go there to have this altogether different experience. This is an amazing sight and the sunset view from there is stunning.
Evening
Dinner at Lakeview Lounge Restaurant
This restaurant serves excellent food. The Porridge w/ Banana Honey (₹40), Mushroom Cheese Tomato Burger (₹65) and the 'Speghatti Spinesh Tomato Cheese' (₹70) are highly recommended.
Food Recommendations
Anchal Sweets
EatMust Try: Fresh kachori and samosa.
Free Tibet Restaurant
EatMust Try: The restaurant has one of the highest rooftops in Jaisalmer.
₹30-120
German Bakery
EatMust Try: Great place to have a "western-style" breakfast.
Transportation Tips
- The small city can be easily covered by foot but bikes are also available for rent (near Desert Boy's) to explore the city and some outside places.
- Auto rickshaw and bicycles are other commonly used transportation medium at Jaisalmer.
- There are plenty of monuments located near alleys and bicycles come handy to avoid any bottlenecks.
- Private and government-operated cabs are also available.
Budget Breakdown
Accommodation
Listed stays range ₹100–₹2,010 per night
Food
Listed meals range ₹100–₹350
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