Jaisalmer Tour Packages From Ahmedabad

The name of this city was coined by Rawal Jaisal which meant the 'hill fort of Jaisal'. The city of Jaisalmer is made by the yellow sandstone in which the crown of the city is Jaisalmer Fort. Jaisalmer is a city where you can learn about the rich history and culture of ancient India.

You can enjoy the camel rides and desert safari. The dunes are worth the sight. In the golden hour, the sand changes into golden colour and the city sparkles like pure gold. Other heritage places in Jaisalmer are Bada bagh, Pathano-ki-haveli and the Thar Heritage Museum. To get close to the forgotten history you can visit Jaisalmer. If you are looking for knowledge about ancient India then you can look for Jaisalmer tour packages from Ahmedabad.

Old cities are a basket of stories with facts and fantasy. Jaisalmer is one of those where facts and fantasy are present even in the sands of the city. The locals have stories to tell which can give you a different perspective of this heritage city. If you are on a tour to Jaisalmer fort then you should visit Gadisar Lake. It was built by Raja Rawal Jaisal for meeting the scarcity of water among the citizens of Jaisalmer. The view from the lake is breathtaking and this is why each year hundreds of tourists visit this place. Take a visit to Jaisalmer in winter for a fulfilling experience.

Places To Visit In Jaisalmer From Ahmedabad

Best time to visit

Jaisalmer is not a place to visit all year. In summer, the scorching heat can spoil your holiday tour. You can give a visit to Jaisalmer during monsoon or winter. Winter is the ideal time as the city calms down from scorching heat and has pleasant weather to enjoy.

Summer:

Summer in Jaisalmer is extremely harsh due to contiguity with the Thar Desert. The temperature in summer rises to 42°C. Summer in Jaisalmer starts from April and continues till August. The sand storm and heat waves are common during the day. You won't be able to explore the city as you will get easily dehydrated and tired. Even the desert safari is not possible during summers. If you want to enjoy royal hospitality at your hotel room in the day and have a thrill during the night then you can look out for Jaisalmer tour packages from Ahmedabad.

Winter:

Winter in Jaisalmer starts in November and lasts up to March. It is time when the Golden city turns into majestically beautiful. The picturesque forts and temple are worth the visit. The temperature ranges between 20-24oC during the day while in the night it drops to 7 °C. It is the time when you can explore the streets and monuments of Jaisalmer. In winters you can enjoy the experience of desert safari and move to Sam dunes for an incredible experience. If you happen to be in Jaisalmer during January then you can enjoy the colourful Desert festival.

How to reach

By Air:

Jaisalmer doesn't have an airport although it is well connected to major cities in India. The nearest airport from Jaisalmer is Jodhpur which is at a distance of 300km. You can take a flight from Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International airport to Jodhpur. As the distance between Jodhpur and Jaisalmer is more than 300km so you can take a cab from the airport. Air travel is not convenient for travelling from Ahmedabad. If you don't have a big weekend and want to have a small trip to Jaisalmer then you can enjoy air travel to Jaisalmer.

By train:

Jaisalmer is well-connected by train from major cities of India. You can either have a break journey or travel directly from Ahmedabad. The total distance from Ahmedabad to Jaisalmer is 742km. A direct train takes a minimum of 12-14 hrs to reach the historical city of Jaisalmer. The other route is Take a train from Ahmedabad to Marwar and from Marwar take another train to Jaisalmer. This is the cheapest route from Ahmedabad to Jaisalmer. The only train that travels to Jaisalmer from Ahmedabad is Bandra Terminus-Jaisalmer express. After getting down from the train you can enjoy the tour of the city by bus or cab.

By road:

A majority of travellers enjoy the road trip from Ahmedabad to Jaisalmer. Jaisalmer is well connected by road from Ahmedabad. The public transports are also available in which you can hop on for an incredible experience. The distance between these two cities is about 542km which is lesser than air and train. You can travel with your friends and family then you can hire a private car for the experience of road trip. The changing of scenery and cuisine can be explored more on the road trip. If are on a budget to travel by road then take your trip by bus. Before travelling do make sure that you have checked Jaisalmer tour packages from Ahmedabad.

Ideal Duration:

A city which holds so much of history cannot be seized in the hearts within a day. The ideal Duration for visiting Jaisalmer trip can be anywhere from 3-4 days. If you are interested to visit the nearby places like Kuldhara or Pokaran then you can extend your trip further with Jaisalmer tour packages from Ahmedabad.