Jaisalmer Family Packages

5 Best Places To Visit through family package for Jaisalmer

1. Jaisalmer Fort

What’s Special: Architectural marvel

Nearby Attractions: Gadisar Lake, Kothari's Patwa Haveli, Salam Singh ki Haveli, Nathmal ki Haveli, Tazia Tower, The Thar Heritage Museum

Timings: 6:00 am - 5:00 pm

Distance From City: 1.1 km

Transportation Option: Bus, cab, taxi

Jaisalmer Fort is located inside the city of Jaisalmer and it is known to be one of the few lived-in forts in the world. There are still a large number of people living in Jaisalmer fort and you can explore the place during your family trip to Jaisalmer. The fort was once the walled city of Jaisalmer and has a rich history.

2. Patwon Ki Haveli

What’s Special: Architectural marvel

Nearby Attractions: Jaisalmer Fort, Gadisar Lake, Nathmal ki Haveli, Salam Singh ki Haveli, Tazia Tower

Timings: 9:00 am - 6:30 pm

Distance From City: 2.8 km

Transportation Option: Bus, cab, taxi

Patwon Ki Haveli has been converted as a heritage museum and it dates back to the 1800s. It is an important historical site of Jaisalmer and is considered to be a must-visit during your Jaisalmer family packages. There are several carvings, furniture, and artwork that are kept in Patwon Ki Haveli which dated back many years ago. You may check out the place and enjoy your day here during your trip.

3. Gadisar Lake

What’s Special: Serene artificial lake

Nearby Attractions: Jaisalmer Fort, Moti Mahal, Nathmal ki Haveli, Salam Singh ki Haveli, Tazia Tower

Timings: 8:00 am - 8:00 pm

Distance From City: 2.3 km

Transportation Option: Bus, cab, taxi

The Gadisar Lake was built by Raja Rawal Jaisal who was the first ruler of Jaisalmer. It was later rebuilt by Maharaja Garisisar Singh. This lake is located on the southern side of the city of Jaisalmer and the bank of the lake is surrounded by Chatteris, temples, shrines, and ghats. The lake has a huge historical significance and is considered to be a must-visit during your time in Jaisalmer.

4. Moti Mahal

What’s Special: Architectural marvel

Nearby Attractions: Jaisalmer Fort, Gadisar Lake, Patwon ki Haveli, Vyas Chhatri, The Thar Heritage Museum, Nathmal ki Haveli, Tazia Tower

Timings: 8:00 am - 6:00 pm

Distance From City: 3.8 km

Transportation Option: Bus, cab, taxi

It is a haveli which was built in the 18th century and the descendants of the original residers still stay at the place. The roof is supported by carved brackets designed in the shape of a peacock.

5. The Thar Heritage Museum

What’s Special: Museum

Nearby Attractions: Desert National Park, Jaisalmer Fort, Moti Mahal, Nathmal ki Haveli, Salam Singh ki Haveli, Tazia Tower

Timings: 9:00 am - 6:00 pm

Distance From City: 1 km

Transportation Option: Bus, cab, taxi

It is a heritage museum filled with folk art and artifacts. You can get a guided tour when you visit this place. If you have a love for art and craft, you must visit this museum when you book Jaisalmer family packages.

Best Time to Visit Jaisalmer

Winter- November to February

The most pleasant time to visit Jaisalmer is considered to be wintertime because the temperature ranges from 5 to 24 degrees. You may visit the various monuments as the weather is awesome at this time of the year. As Jaisalmer is hot during most time of the year, wintertime is an ideal time to visit. Though it could be a little cold, it is better than any other seasons to roam around the city and explore the wonderful attractions of Jaisalmer. The desert festival falls at this time of the year and you can experience all the exciting things Jaisalmer can offer at this time.

Monsoon - September to October

In Jaisalmer, monsoon happens for a short period of time. During this season, Jaisalmer receives rainfall for a short time and the temperature ranges from 19 to 23 degrees. Due to rainfall, Jaisalmer receives high humidity and it might not be preferable for people to visit at this time. After the rain, Jaisalmer gets to have a scenic and picturesque view as the city clears off. If you have a love for monsoon, you may visit Jaisalmer at this time of the year and enjoy the beautiful destination. There are many places to explore in Jaisalmer and you can do them at this time when its not raining.

Summer - March to August

Jaisalmer has a hot season during this time of the year and the temperature ranges till 43 degrees. Due to its proximity to the Thar Desert, summer is not a favourable time to visit Jaisalmer. If you like to stay indoors during the day and go out at night, you can visit Jaisalmer at this time as the weather cools off at night. You may roam around the city and explore its wonderful places during the evening. It might not be a good idea to go for activities like camel back ride during the daytime of this season due to the scorching heat. You may plan your visit accordingly in order to avoid uncomfortability and visit Jaisalmer during the season of your choice.

Best Way to Reach Jaisalmer

By Flight

Jaisalmer does not have an airport of its own and the nearest airport is Jodhpur airport. The airport is located 300kms away from Jaisalmer. There are many flights which operate to Jodhpur airport from all the metropolitan cities of India. You can take a prepaid cab or a taxi to reach Jaisalmer from Jodhpur airport. The nearest international airport from Jaisalmer is New Delhi airport. Jodhpur airport remains busy as it receives a lot of tourists for the neighbouring destinations. The time taken to travel between Jaisalmer and Jodhpur airport could be 5 to 6 hours. Therefore, the cab fare could be expensive.

By Train

There are both broad gauge and metre gauge railway tracks in Jaisalmer. The train station at Jaisalmer is well connected with the railway stations of different parts of the country. You may go for a train journey to Jaisalmer with affordable prices. There are train services directly coming from Delhi, Jaipur and Jodhpur. Many other trains also pass by the Jaisalmer train station and it tends to get large amount of tourists visiting the destination. There is a luxury train known as Palace on Wheels which can be utilised to reach Jaisalmer. If you travel by train to Jaisalmer, you will come across a lot of scenic views. The train might take time to reach the destination but it will be an enjoyable ride.

By Road

When it comes to roadways, you can reach Jaisalmer either by driving yourself till the destination or using public transports like buses. Jaisalmer is connected by bus from many places of Rajasthan such as Jodhpur, Jaipur, Bikaner, Barmer, Mount Abu, etc. There is no direct bus from New Delhi but you may take a bus till Jaipur and change the bus to reach Jaisalmer. The number of people visiting Jaisalmer has increased day by day and there might be a little traffic problem while getting there or leaving the place. The roads are well maintained and you may go for your Jaisalmer family packages by roadways.