7-Day Rajasthan Loop: Jaisalmer → Jodhpur → Jaipur — Forts, Desert & Culture

Day 1: Arrival Jaisalmer

Jaisalmer, India on November 13, 2025

9:00am

Check-in & settle

Arrive and check in to your hotel or haveli; rest briefly after travel and collect maps/tickets. This helps you be refreshed before the afternoon sights.
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10:30am

Jaisalmer Fort

Explore the living fort with its narrow lanes, temples and rooftop views; the fort compound is open roughly 9:00–5:30pm and offers great photo opportunities and history.
CURRENCYINR100, 1h30m

12:00pm

Lunch — Kuku's Cafe (rooftop)

Casual rooftop lunch popular with travelers offering Rajasthani and continental options; good for a light meal before more walking (open ~9:00–10:00pm).
CURRENCYINR500, 1h0m

1:30pm

Patwon Ki Haveli & Havelis walk

Visit the ornate Patwon Ki Haveli complex and nearby merchant havelis to see carved facades and traditional interiors (usually open ~9:30–5:30pm).
CURRENCYINR100, 1h30m

3:30pm

Gadisar Lake

Stroll along Gadisar Lake and, if you like, take a short boat ride at the lake; lakeside timing is best in late afternoon for cooler temperatures (lake area open until early evening).
CURRENCYINR50, 45m

5:00pm

Desert safari / sunset camel ride to Sam Sand Dunes

Pickup for a sunset camel ride and cultural evening at Sam Sand Dunes — operators run pickups ~4:30–5:30pm; book in advance for sunset and folk-music dinner experiences.
CURRENCYINR1200, 4h0m

9:30pm

Dinner — Desert-camp Rajasthani dinner

Enjoy a traditional Rajasthani meal with performances at the desert camp; included in many safari packages or available as an add-on (evening only, ~6pm–10pm).
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Day 2: Jaisalmer sights

Jaisalmer, India on November 14, 2025

7:00am

Optional sunrise at the dunes (camel or jeep)

If you stayed overnight in a desert camp, enjoy sunrise over the dunes with a short camel or jeep ride; desert trips typically run very early (before 8:00am).
CURRENCYINR600, 1h0m

8:30am

Breakfast — Hotel / Local Kachori & Lassi

Have a hearty Rajasthani breakfast—kachori, mirchi bada and a cooling lassi—available at most hotels and local eateries from early morning onward.
CURRENCYINR300, 45m

10:00am

Kuldhara village (abandoned village)

Drive ~18 km to the ghost village of Kuldhara (open ~8:00–18:00) to see abandoned ruins and hear the eerie local legends; photography is especially atmospheric here.
CURRENCYINR20, 1h30m

12:30pm

Lunch — Suryagarh / Palace-style buffet

Enjoy a more elaborate lunch at a well-known hotel restaurant (Suryagarh or similar) to try thali or local specialties; hotels generally serve lunch 12:00–3:00pm.
CURRENCYINR700, 1h0m

2:30pm

Fort museum & rooftop cafés

Return to the fort area for the museum and to explore rooftop cafes and artisan shops; museums and many shops close around 5:30pm, so plan accordingly.
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4:30pm

Sunset photos at Fort ramparts

Head to the fort ramparts or Tilon ki Pol for golden-hour photography of the city and desert light — public access until early evening.
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7:30pm

Dinner — The Trio Rooftop Restaurant

Dine on rooftop views and Rajasthani specialties; rooftop restaurants are popular in Jaisalmer and usually open into the night (check seasonal hours).
CURRENCYINR600, 1h15m
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Day 3: Drive to Jodhpur

Jodhpur, India on November 15, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast & check-out

Early breakfast at your hotel and check out — plan for a morning departure to maximize arrival daylight in Jodhpur.
CURRENCYINR300, 1h0m

9:00am

Drive Jaisalmer → Jodhpur

Private car/driver or train: road trip is ~5–6 hours (approx 285 km) across scenic Rajasthani plains; book private car (~INR3000–4000) or check train schedules in advance.
CURRENCYINR3000, 6h0m

3:00pm

Check-in & quick rest

Arrive and check in to your Jodhpur hotel; refresh before evening exploration.
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4:30pm

Clock Tower & Sardar Market

Explore the lively Sardar Market and the iconic Clock Tower for spices, textiles and handicrafts; market shops are typically open through the evening (10:00–20:00+).
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7:30pm

Dinner — Gypsy Restaurant or Indique (roof-top)

Enjoy classic Rajasthani and North Indian dishes with a view of the fort at select rooftop restaurants; many popular restaurants are open from lunchtime until late evening.
CURRENCYINR800, 1h15m
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Day 4: Mehrangarh & more

Jodhpur, India on November 16, 2025

8:30am

Breakfast — Local eatery (pyaaz kachori, chai)

Start with a hearty local breakfast like pyaaz kachori and chai at a popular café or your hotel (available early mornings).
CURRENCYINR200, 30m

9:30am

Mehrangarh Fort

Visit the imposing Mehrangarh Fort (open 9:00–17:00) with its well-curated museum, terraces and panoramic city views; allow at least 2 hours to explore properly.
CURRENCYINR600, 2h0m

12:00pm

Jaswant Thada

Walk to the nearby Jaswant Thada cenotaph (open ~9:00–17:00) — a peaceful marble memorial with gardens and views over the fort.
CURRENCYINR30, 45m

1:00pm

Lunch — Stepwell Cafe near Toorji Ka Jhalra

Enjoy lunch near the restored Toorji Ka Jhalra stepwell — cafes serve modern and traditional dishes, open midday through evening.
CURRENCYINR500, 1h0m

3:00pm

Umaid Bhawan Palace museum

Visit the small museum at Umaid Bhawan Palace (museum open roughly 10:00–16:00) to see royal artifacts and learn about the palace's history; check closing time and plan accordingly.
CURRENCYINR200, 1h30m

5:00pm

Rao Jodha Desert Rock Park / Toorji Ka Jhalra

Walk in Rao Jodha Desert Rock Park or visit the photogenic Toorji Ka Jhalra at late afternoon light; parks and public sites are best before sunset.
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8:00pm

Dinner — On The Rocks (popular bar-restaurant)

Relax with dinner at a well-rated rooftop or terrace restaurant offering a mix of Indian and continental dishes; many places close around 10–11pm.
CURRENCYINR900, 1h15m
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Day 5: Drive to Jaipur

Jaipur, India on November 17, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast & check-out

Early hotel breakfast and check-out; arrange an early departure to reach Jaipur with an afternoon for sightseeing.
CURRENCYINR300, 45m

8:30am

Drive Jodhpur → Jaipur

Drive east to Jaipur (~330 km, ~5–6 hours depending on stops); a private car is the most flexible option (book in advance).
CURRENCYINR3500, 6h0m

2:30pm

City Palace (Jaipur)

Visit the City Palace complex and its museums — typically open 9:30–17:00; buy tickets on arrival or online and ensure you arrive before closing.
CURRENCYINR700, 1h30m

4:10pm

Hawa Mahal (view & small museum)

View the iconic Hawa Mahal façade and visit the small museum inside (open ~9:00–16:30); the exterior is excellent for photos during late afternoon light.
CURRENCYINR50, 30m

6:00pm

Stroll Johari & Bapu Bazaar

Shop for textiles, jewelry, and handicrafts in Johari and Bapu Bazaar—many shops are open into the evening (typically until 8–9pm).
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8:00pm

Dinner — Laxmi Misthan Bhandar (LMB)

Dine at the famous LMB for traditional Rajasthani thali and sweets; open generally from morning to late evening (check timings seasonally).
CURRENCYINR600, 1h0m
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Day 6: Amber Fort & Jaipur highlights

Jaipur, India on November 18, 2025

7:00am

Early breakfast

Have an early breakfast at the hotel to reach Amber Fort ahead of crowds; most hotels serve breakfast by 7:00–8:00am.
CURRENCYINR300, 30m

8:00am

Amber Fort (Amer Fort)

Visit Amber Fort; the fort is open ~8:00–17:00 — go early to avoid queues for the palace complexes and (if desired) the jeep/elephant ride options.
CURRENCYINR700, 2h0m

11:00am

Jantar Mantar

Explore the 18th-century astronomical observatory (open ~9:00–17:00) to see historic instruments and take a guided explanation if possible.
CURRENCYINR50, 45m

12:30pm

Lunch — Rawat Mishthan Bhandar (pyaaz kachori)

Try Jaipur specialties like pyaaz kachori and dal baati churma at a famous local eatery; many legendary shops open from morning to late evening.
CURRENCYINR300, 1h0m

2:00pm

Albert Hall Museum / Ram Niwas Gardens

Visit the Albert Hall (central museum) to see Rajasthan art and artifacts; museum hours are usually 10:00–17:00 so plan accordingly.
CURRENCYINR30, 1h0m

4:30pm

Nahargarh Fort for sunset

Drive up to Nahargarh Fort for sweeping sunset views over Jaipur; Nahargarh often stays open later (check seasonal hours, often until ~19:00–22:00 for viewpoint access).
CURRENCYINR100, 1h0m

7:30pm

Dinner — Chokhi Dhani (traditional village experience)

Enjoy a themed Rajasthani village dinner with performances and activities; Chokhi Dhani usually operates evenings ~17:30–23:00 and is a full cultural experience.
CURRENCYINR1200, 2h0m
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Day 7: Last day & depart

Jaipur, India on November 19, 2025

5:30am

Optional hot-air balloon (seasonal)

If you want a memorable sunrise over the Aravallis, prebook a hot-air balloon (operates early morning only and is seasonal—confirm availability well in advance).
CURRENCYINR12000, 2h0m

8:00am

Breakfast — Hotel or Anokhi Cafe

Relaxed breakfast at the hotel or a café like Anokhi; use this time to pack and check out times with your hotel if leaving today.
CURRENCYINR400, 45m

9:30am

Last-minute shopping — Bapu Bazaar & Johari Bazaar

Buy textiles, block prints, jewelry and souvenirs in the bazaars while shops (usually 9:00–19:00) are open and you have time before departure.
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12:30pm

Lunch — Spice Court or local thali

Have a final Rajasthani meal or a comfortable thali near your route to the airport/station, leaving time for traffic and check-in procedures.
CURRENCYINR600, 1h0m

2:30pm

Transfer to Jaipur Airport / Railway

Depart for Jaipur International Airport or Jaipur Junction railway station; allow extra time for traffic (1–1.5 hours to airport depending on location).
CURRENCYINR600, 1h30m
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