8 – Days Udaipur, Jodhpur & Jaisalmer City Tour

On arrival at Udaipur, meet the guide at the Airport/Railway Station, and transfer to the hotel. Visit Bagore Ki Haveli, and in the evening, watch the "Dharohar" folk dance show at Bagore-ki-Haveli. A gorgeous 18th-century haveli that has been converted into a museum showcasing Mewar art and architecture. The haveli puts on one of the best Rajasthani folk dance shows in Rajasthan. For an hour, performers dance to Rajasthani folk music wearing bright colored ethnic dresses. The dances are varied and demonstrate the tradition and culture of Rajasthani folklore. Overnight stay in Udaipur Hotel.

Move to City Palace, a palace complex situated in the city of Udaipur. It was built over a period of nearly 400 years, with contributions from several rulers of the Mewar dynasty. Head to Jagdish Temple, a world-renowned temple of Lord Vishnu. This three stories and 79 feet high temple was built by Maharana Jagat Singhji in 1651 and cost 1.5 million rupees. It is owned and managed by the royal family of Udaipur. See Saheliyon Ki Bari, which was laid for a group of forty-eight maidens. This garden is located on the banks of the Fateh Sagar Lake, presenting a green retreat in the drylands of Rajasthan. It was built from 1710 to 1734 by Maharana Sangram Singh for the royal ladies. Go to Dudh Talai, located on the banks of Lake Pichola near the City Palace. Enjoy the beautiful view of Lake Pichola, Jagmandir Island Palace, Lake Palace, Udaivilas, The Leela Palace, gorgeous Aravalli ranges, and Udaipur old city. Over-night stay at Udaipur Hotel.

In the morning, drive to Ranakpur Jain Temple. The Ranakpur Temple complex comprises 1444 intricately carved pillars, 24 pillared halls accompanied by 80 domes which are borne by 400 columns. The apogee of this entire temple architecture is the fact that no two pillars in here are the same! The temple structure has five spires, each of which houses a shrine underneath, and it is under the largest spire in the axis of the main entrance (Chaumukha Shrine) that one can locate the 6 feet tall statue of Lord Adinath. Another exquisite aspect that has also earned the temple its name is the carving of the four-headed image of Adinath, sheltered by a 108-headed snake with numerous tails. The four heads face four directions, suggesting the pursuit of the Tirthankaras. Visit the Clock tower, a popular landmark in the old city. The vibrant Sardar Market is close to the tower, and narrow alleys lead from here to a bazaar selling vegetables, spices, Indian sweets, textiles, silver, and handicrafts. Overnight stay in Jodhpur Hotel.

Visit Mehrangarh Fort, the 5-km long majestic fort on a 125 m high hill is one of the most impressive and formidable structures. Although invincible from the outside, the fort has four gates approached by winding roads. Within the fort are some magnificent palaces with marvelously carved panels, latticed windows, and evocative names. Go to Jaswant Thada, the imposing white marble memorial marks the site of royal crematorium. It houses portraits of successive rulers. The four cenotaphs around here commemorate notable acts of bravery and generosity of the four successive rulers. Head to Umaid Bhawan Palace, a fabulous building which is split between the museum and a 5 star. The museum is interesting. Overnight stay at Jee Ri Haveli, Hotel in Jodhpur.

Visit Kuldhara Village, an abandoned village in the Jaisalmer. Established around the 13th century. Over years Kuldhara acquired reputation as a haunted site, and the Government of Rajasthan decided to develop it as a tourist spot in the 2010. Head to Sam Sand Dunes and in the evening, go for a unique experience in the Desert. Enjoy a sunset Camel ride & Jeep Safari. Afterwards, have dinner and watch a folk dance program. Overnight at a desert camp in a Swiss Tent accommodation.

Early morning after breakfast, leave Desert Camp For Longewala. Go to Longewala War Memorial, which marks the spot of a 1971 war. Longewala War Memorial shows the aftermath of the war between Pakistan and India through a range of military items. Head to Tanot Temple. At the Indo-Pak border in Rajasthan is one such miraculous tale when the local deity Tanot aka Awad Mata didn't let any Pakistani tank bomb explode and Indian soldiers who were certain of martyrdom & defeat went on to crush the Pakistanis in both wars 1965 & 1972. See Bada Bagh, a fertile oasis on the bank of an artificial lake. Surrounded by dense tree are the royal cenotaphs with beautifully carved ceilings and equestrian statues of the former rulers. Over night stay at Jaisalmer city hotel.

Visit Jaisalmer Fort, famously known as Golden Fort in India. It was constructed by Raja Jaisal, Rajput ruler in 1156 AD.It is believed to be one of the very few living forts in the world. Go to Patwa Havelis, a cluster of five havelis aligned in a narrow lane in the heart of the city. Of the five Havelis, the first haveli in the lane aka the Kothari’s Patwa Haveli is not only extraordinarily preserved and restored but is also open to visitors to experience the lifestyle of the erstwhile patwas. Head to Nathmalji ki Haveli, constructed by Maharawal Berisal in 1885 CE, to serve as the residence of Diwan Mohata Nathmal, the then Prime Minister of Jaisalmer. The chief architects of this haveli were two brothers, named Hathi and Lulu. There is a very interesting story regarding its construction. It is believed that both the brothers started building the facets of the haveli simultaneously. The two sides are similar, but not identical. Move to Salim Singh Ki Haveli, an architecturally notable residence built in 1815 with a peacock-shaped roof & numerous balconies. See the Gadisar Lake, one of the most well-known tourist attractions in Jaisalmer, Gadi Sagar Lake originally was a man-made reservoir that was founded to provide a source of water to the people of Jaisalmer. Founded in 1367 by the first ruler of the city Maharawal Jaisal, this reservoir was revamped by Maharawal Garsi Singh. Rest of the time free for leisure. Overnight stay at Jasailmer hotel.