Begin rail or road travel toward Jodhpur. Recommended: book an express train from Kanpur to Jodhpur (or fly via Lucknow/Delhi then connect) — this breaks the trip and gives a comfortable overnight option.
Massive hilltop fortress with museums and sweeping city views; visit for architecture, galleries and panoramic photos. (Typical opening hours: 9:00am–5:00pm.)
Afternoon drive/train to Jaisalmer (roughly 5–6 hours by road or similar by train); travel westward across Thar-region landscapes to reach Jaisalmer by evening.
Visit intricate merchant havelis near the fort — excellent examples of Rajasthani stone carving and period interiors. (Havelis typically open ~9:00am–5:00pm.)
Take a camel ride or 4x4 safari to a prime dune for sunset; classic desert experience includes tea and local snacks while you watch the sun go down. (Best to book through a reputable operator; activities typically run late afternoon–evening.)
Begin return journey. Recommended options: overnight train toward Kanpur or daylight drive/rail to Jodhpur then flight/train to Kanpur; travel time varies by mode (train/road ~16+ hrs total; flight via Jodhpur/Delhi 4–8 hrs with connections).