Epic 2-Day Jaisalmer to Longewala Desert Safari Itinerary

Day 1: Jaisalmer Heritage Tour

Jaisalmer, India on May 3, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Café The Jaisalmer Project

Start your day with a delicious breakfast featuring local Rajasthani dishes and continental options in a cozy, art-filled cafe open from 8am to 11am.
INR350, 1h0m

9:30am

Visit Jaisalmer Fort

Explore this iconic golden sandstone fort, also known as Sonar Quila, offering panoramic views and rich history. The fort opens at 7am and closes by 6pm.
INR50, 2h0m

11:45am

Patwon Ki Haveli

Discover one of the largest and most ornate haveli complexes in Jaisalmer, famed for intricate architecture and vibrant frescoes. Open from 9am to 6pm.
INR70, 1h15m

1:00pm

Lunch at Trio Restaurant

Enjoy authentic Rajasthani thali and other North Indian cuisine in a rooftop restaurant with views of the fort. Open 12pm to 10pm.
INR450, 1h0m

2:30pm

Gadisar Lake

Relax by this scenic lake surrounded by temples and ghats, perfect for a shaded walk or a boat ride. Accessible throughout the day.
Free, 1h0m

4:00pm

Bada Bagh

Visit the royal cenotaphs situated in the desert sand dunes just 6 km from Jaisalmer, open until sunset for great photography.
INR50, 1h0m

6:30pm

Dinner at Desert Boy's Dhani

Experience traditional Rajasthani folk music and thali dinner in a desert-themed setting. Dinner service starts at 6pm.
INR700, 1h30m
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Day 2: Longewala Desert Safari

Longewala, India on May 4, 2025

6:00am

Early Breakfast at Hotel

Have a hearty early breakfast at your hotel before setting off to Longewala border area; ensure to start early due to the desert heat.
INR300, 0h45m

6:45am

Travel to Longewala Border

Drive approximately 100 km from Jaisalmer to Longewala border, famous for the 1971 battle site and desert landscapes. The journey takes around 2.5 to 3 hours.
INR1500 (car hire), 3h0m

9:45am

Explore Longewala Battlefield and Memorial

Visit the Indian Army memorial and learn about the historic battle, enjoy panoramic desert views and photo opportunities.
Free, 1h0m

11:00am

Desert Jeep Safari

Embark on a thrilling jeep safari across the Sam Sand Dunes near Longewala, experiencing the vast desert and local wildlife.
INR2000, 2h0m

1:30pm

Lunch at Desert Camp

Enjoy a traditional Rajasthani meal served at a desert camp, combining local flavors and a rustic ambiance.
INR600, 1h0m

2:30pm

Camel Ride in Desert

Take a relaxing camel ride to explore the desert landscapes and appreciate the vastness of the Thar desert around Longewala.
INR500, 1h0m

4:00pm

Return to Jaisalmer

Drive back to Jaisalmer, arriving by evening to relax or explore the local market area.
Included in earlier car hire, 3h0m

7:30pm

Dinner at The Trio Rooftop

Dine on the rooftop of The Trio, savoring Indian and continental dishes with a lovely nighttime ambience and fort views.
INR600, 1h30m
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