Jaisalmer Jodhpur Desert Winter Tour Package (5 Days)
5-day Jodhpur Jaisalmer tour from Jodhpur: Osian, Jaisalmer, Kuldhara and Sam. 3-star stays with breakfast and sightseeing, travelling by cab. From ₹13,870 per person.
per person · inclusive of all taxes
22° – 32°C
October in Jaisalmer Jodhpur Desert Winter
Description
5-day Jodhpur Jaisalmer tour from Jodhpur: Osian, Jaisalmer, Kuldhara and Sam. 3-star stays with breakfast and sightseeing, travelling by cab. From ₹13,870 per person.
This 5 days 4 nights itinerary covers 12 handpicked stops, including Mehrangarh Fort, Jaswant Thada, Clock Tower and Sardar Market and more. November–February is the best time to travel for pleasant weather. Your 4-night stay is arranged in a comfortable, well-reviewed hotel such as Treebo Megh Niwas - Jodhpur, Jodhpur. Pickup and drop are arranged right from your hotel or home, so there's nothing extra to plan on your end. Every booking is backed by Trypdeals' 24x7 support team, from planning to the day you're back home.
Weather in Jaisalmer Jodhpur Desert Winter
Best time: October to MarchAverage temperature range: 11°C – 41°C
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Mehrangarh and the blue city
Our driver picks you up from your hotel or home in Jodhpur in the morning. Check in at your hotel in Jodhpur. Visit Mehrangarh fort, rising sheer from its rock above the blue houses of the old city, and its fine museum of palanquins, arms and miniature paintings. See Jaswant Thada, the white marble cenotaph nearby, and end at the Clock Tower and Sardar market. Overnight stay in Jodhpur.
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Mehrangarh Fort
One of the largest forts in India, with palaces and a museum inside.
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Jaswant Thada
A white marble cenotaph of 1899 beside a small lake.
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Clock Tower and Sardar Market
The bustling old market of Jodhpur.
Jodhpur to Jaisalmer via Osian
Today's travel: from Jodhpur to Osian (about 70 km, 1 hr 30 min) and from Osian to Jaisalmer (about 239 km, 4 hrs 45 min). Drive to Osian to see its 8th–11th century temples, including the Sachiya Mata temple and the Mahavira Jain temple, then cross the desert to Jaisalmer, arriving in the late afternoon. Watch the sunset over the fort from Vyas Chhatri. Overnight stay in Jaisalmer.
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Osian temples
A group of early temples of the Pratihara period at the edge of the desert.
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Vyas Chhatri
Sandstone cenotaphs with a sunset view of the fort.
Jaisalmer Fort, havelis and Gadisar
Walk into Jaisalmer Fort to see the palace and Jain temples, then the carved havelis of Patwon, Nathmal and Salim Singh. Visit Gadisar lake in the afternoon. Overnight stay in Jaisalmer.
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Jaisalmer Fort (Sonar Qila)
A living fort of golden sandstone.
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Patwon ki Haveli
Five merchants' mansions with lace-like carving.
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Gadisar Lake
The old rainwater lake with ghats and shrines.
Kuldhara and a night in the dunes
Today's travel: from Jaisalmer to Kuldhara (about 37 km, 1 hr) and from Kuldhara to Sam (about 45 km, 1 hr 30 min). Visit Bada Bagh and the abandoned village of Kuldhara, then drive to the Sam dunes for a camel or jeep ride at sunset and an evening of folk music at the desert camp. Overnight stay in Sam.
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Bada Bagh
Royal cenotaphs on a ridge outside Jaisalmer.
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Kuldhara
A Paliwal village abandoned about 200 years ago.
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Sam Sand Dunes
Rolling dunes 40 km west of Jaisalmer.
Sam to Jodhpur
Sunrise on the dunes and breakfast at camp, then the long drive back across the desert to Jodhpur. Drive from Sam to Jodhpur (about 325 km, 6 hrs 30 min), and drop at your hotel, home or the railway station in Jodhpur. The tour ends here.
Tentative Fare Estimate
Round trip · incl. driver allowance & GST
Tentative estimate only, based on typical Indian public-transport tariffs (state transport bus fares, IRCTC sleeper/AC class rates, standard outstation taxi per-km rates) — not a live quote from any operator.
Route Map
By Car: Sam to Jodhpur
325 km · ~6h 50m · About 7h of driving, plus stops.
- Start from Sam
An early start keeps you ahead of city and highway traffic.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 150Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
175 km · 3h 30m drive from previous stop
Arrive in JodhpurJodhpur, Rajasthan
Stops are typical for this road, not a fixed itinerary. Timings assume about 50 km/h on average — traffic, tolls and road conditions vary.
By Bus: Sam to Jodhpur
325 km · ~7h 13m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.
- Board at Sam
Go to the main bus stand / ISBT in Sam. Overnight buses usually leave in the evening; book a seat in advance for sleeper and Volvo services.
- Arrive in Jodhpur
Jodhpur, Rajasthan
Halts and change points are typical for this route, not a specific operator’s schedule — check live availability and timings when booking.
By Train: Sam to Jodhpur
Nearest railway stations: Jaisalmer (about 42 km away) for Sam, Jodhpur Jn for Jodhpur.
Direct trains
Train details come from a 2015 railway timetable snapshot — newer trains, changed timings and running days are not included, so confirm on IRCTC before you plan around a train.
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Sunrise at Sam
Cold, silent dunes turning gold at first light.
Tour Overview
The two great desert cities of western Rajasthan: Jodhpur, the blue city below Mehrangarh fort, and Jaisalmer, the golden fort in the Thar, with the temples of Osian on the way and a night in the dunes at Sam.
Winter Tour: Dec 2026 – Feb 2027
The Thar is best seen in winter. From December to February days are sunny and around 22–26°C, nights are cold and starry, and the light on the sandstone of Jodhpur and Jaisalmer is soft and golden. It is the season of desert camps, camel rides and folk music evenings.
This 5-day, 4-night package starts and ends in Jodhpur. The route runs Jodhpur → Osian → Jaisalmer → Kuldhara → Sam → Jodhpur, about 716 km in all. Choose how you travel: cab. Every price includes 3-star hotels with breakfast and all sightseeing transport.
Highlights of the Jodhpur Jaisalmer Tour from Jodhpur
- Mehrangarh Fort
- Jaswant Thada
- Clock Tower and Sardar Market
- Osian temples
- Vyas Chhatri
- Jaisalmer Fort (Sonar Qila)
- Patwon ki Haveli
- Gadisar Lake
Inclusions in the Jodhpur Jaisalmer Tour Package
- 4 nights in 3-star hotels (twin sharing) with daily breakfast
- All sightseeing and transfers as per the itinerary
- AC cab from Jodhpur for the whole trip with the cab option: Swift Dzire (2–3 persons), Ertiga (4–7) or Tempo Traveller (8–12)
- Driver allowance, tolls, parking and fuel
- GST on cab hire
Exclusions in the Jodhpur Jaisalmer Tour Package
- Lunch and dinner
- Temple darshan, pooja and special entry tickets
- Monument and park entry tickets, boating and ropeway tickets
- Flights, and anything not listed under inclusions
- Personal expenses such as tips, laundry and phone calls
Child Policy
Child up to 6 years: free (no extra bed)
Child 6 to 8 years: half charge
Child above 8 years: full charge
Payment Policy
20 percent advance at the time of booking
20 percent after you receive the hotel booking voucher
60 percent during the tour
For tours between 15 December and 2 January, 50 percent advance is required.
Cancellation Policy
Minimum cancellation charge: Rs. 3000 per person, or 10 percent of the tour cost, whichever is higher
25 percent between 46 and 30 days before departure
50 percent between 30 and 15 days before departure
75 percent between 15 and 5 days before departure
100 percent within 5 days of departure or on no-show
Important Travel Information for the Jodhpur Jaisalmer Tour
Best time to visit: November–February
Travel window: Dec 2026 – Feb 2027
Route: Jodhpur → Osian → Jaisalmer → Kuldhara → Sam → Jodhpur (about 716 km in all)
Before you go: Desert nights are close to freezing in December and January; bring warm clothes for the camp. Camel and jeep rides are paid at the camp.
Hotels: Treebo Megh Niwas - Jodhpur, Jodhpur; Treebo Desert Harmony Camp, Jaisalmer; 3-star hotel in Sam, or similar.
Package Price: Cab
Per-person price by group size and how you travel from Jodhpur. Every price includes 3-star hotels (twin sharing), breakfast and all sightseeing transport.
| PersonsGroup size | By Cab |
|---|---|
| 22 Persons | ₹23,810 |
| 33 Persons | ₹19,710 |
| 4–74–7 Persons | ₹17,390 |
| 8–108–10 Persons | ₹16,070 |
| 11–1211–12 Persons | ₹13,870 |
Prices are per person in rupees. The highlighted price is the lowest for that group size.
The trip starts from Jodhpur, which is itself the railway station for this route, so no train is needed.
Route Map
Top Attractions
Mehrangarh Fort
Dominates the city and is the largest fort in all Rajasthan. Founded in 1458 as the site of Rao Jodha's new capital — hence the name, Jodhpur — the city has grown around it, and in the 500 years that have passed the fort has never been taken by force.
Jaswant Thada
Royal cenotaphs built in marble, with a picturesque location next to a natural desert lake with lots of birds. Great view over the city and of the fort, as well as small well-kept gardens.
Clock Tower and Sardar Market
The bustling old market of Jodhpur.
Osian temples
A group of early temples of the Pratihara period at the edge of the desert.
Vyas Chhatri
Sandstone cenotaphs with a sunset view of the fort.
Jaisalmer Fort (Sonar Qila)
A living fort of golden sandstone.
Patwon ki Haveli
Five merchants' mansions with lace-like carving.
Gadisar Lake
The old rainwater lake with ghats and shrines.
Bada Bagh
Royal cenotaphs on a ridge outside Jaisalmer.
Kuldhara
A Paliwal village abandoned about 200 years ago.
Sam Sand Dunes
Rolling dunes 40 km west of Jaisalmer.
Sunrise at Sam
Cold, silent dunes turning gold at first light.
Who Is This Tour For
Best Time to Visit
November–February is the ideal window for this trip, with the most pleasant weather for sightseeing.
How to Reach
What's Included / Excluded
Inclusions
- 4 nights in 3-star hotels (twin sharing) with daily breakfast
- All sightseeing and transfers as per the itinerary
- AC cab from Jodhpur for the whole trip with the cab option: Swift Dzire (2–3 persons), Ertiga (4–7) or Tempo Traveller (8–12)
- Driver allowance, tolls, parking and fuel
- GST on cab hire
Exclusions
- Lunch and dinner
- Temple darshan, pooja and special entry tickets
- Monument and park entry tickets, boating and ropeway tickets
- Flights, and anything not listed under inclusions
- Personal expenses such as tips, laundry and phone calls
Hotels for This Tour
Handpicked stays for a comfortable trip
Packing Checklist
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Water bottle
- Sunscreen
- ID proof (for hotel check-in)
- Basic first-aid/medication
- Modest, traditional clothing for temple visits
- A shawl or stole to cover shoulders
Important Travel Information
Best time to visit: November–February
Travel window: Dec 2026 – Feb 2027
Route: Jodhpur → Osian → Jaisalmer → Kuldhara → Sam → Jodhpur (about 716 km in all)
Before you go: Desert nights are close to freezing in December and January; bring warm clothes for the camp. Camel and jeep rides are paid at the camp.
Hotels: Treebo Megh Niwas - Jodhpur, Jodhpur; Treebo Desert Harmony Camp, Jaisalmer; 3-star hotel in Sam, or similar.
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know before you go
5 days and 4 nights. It starts from Jodhpur on day 1 and you are back in Jodhpur on day 5.
Jodhpur → Osian → Jaisalmer → Kuldhara → Sam → Jodhpur. That is about 716 km in all; each leg is listed on this page with its distance and driving time.
For 2 persons it is ₹23,810 per person (cab); for a group of 11–12 it comes down to ₹13,870 per person. Prices include 3-star hotels with breakfast and all sightseeing transport.
Yes. This package is offered by cab. By cab, the same AC car takes you from Jodhpur and back. The price table shows each option for your group size.
This package is planned for Dec 2026 – Feb 2027. Book early: hotels fill up fast in this season.
Desert nights are close to freezing in December and January; bring warm clothes for the camp. Camel and jeep rides are paid at the camp.
Destinations Covered in This Tour
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