Arrival at Jaisalmer airport/railway station and transfer to the hotel. Evening is leisure time.

Jaisalmer one of Rajasthan's most alluring cities, located deep in the heart of Thar Desert , is abound in ancient palaces, temples and quaint settlements. Founded by Rawal Jaisal in 1156 A.D., Jaisalmer because of its remote location is almost untouched by outside influences. In olden times, its main source of income was from the forced levy on the caravans laden with precious silks and spices that crossed the territory enroute Delhi or Sind .

Overnight stay at the hotel.

After breakfast a full day sightseeing tour of Jaisalmer, visiting the fort, the Jain temples and the famous havelis.

The Fort The golden hued fort is a sentinel to the bleak desertscape from its 80 metre high perch on the hill, overlooking the entire township with its ramparts. It has an enchanting cob-web of narrow lanes dotted with some lovely havelis, three beautifully sculptured Jain temples of the 12th - 15th century A.D. and five interconnected palaces. The setting sun turns the Fort into a beautiful golden color and is a spectacular sight to see.

Some of the most exotic mansions or havelis, all intricately latticed, are strewn all over Jaisalmer - each with a different façade. Famous among them are Nathmalji-ki-Haveli The late 19th century haveli with intricate architecture - a display of sheer craftsmanship. The left and right wings of the mansion which were carved by two brothers are not identical but very similar and balanced in design. The interior walls are ornate with splendid miniature paintings. Patwon-ki-Haveli is the most elaborate and magnificent of all the Jaisalmer havelis. It has exquisitely carved pillars and extensive corridors and chambers. Salim Singh-ki-Haveli this 300 year old haveli of Jaisalmer's Prime Minister to Maharaja Rawal Gaj Singh - Salim Singh, has a beautiful blue cupola roof with superbly carved brackets in the form of peacocks. This extraordinary mansion in yellow stone is covered with intricate carvings and has an elaborate projecting balcony on the top storey.

The fort has three exquisitely carved Jain Temples dedicated to the Jain Tirthankaras - Rishabdev, Sambhavnath and Parswanath. Gadsisar Lake A scenic rain water lake with numerous beautiful shrines around and a spectacular avian variety. Overnight stay at the hotel.

A leisurely breakfast in the morning. Later proceed to the SAM DUNES by jeep to visit the typical Rajasthani Desert Village . After lunch the CAMEL SAFARI, start from the village. Ride into the desert passing through small villages and grazing camel herds.

View the sunset from the dunes, as the sky is set on fire. Reach your camp and dinner served in the camp.

Sam Sand Dunes (42 km): No trip to Jaisalmer is complete without a trip to the most picturesque dunes of Sam. The ripples on the wind-caressed dunes, that create an enchanting mirage, are surely a delight for a trigger-happy photographer.

Overnight stay at the camp.