Sacred Sands & Blue Cities: A 7-Day Journey to Shrinathji & Rajasthan
Embark on a captivating 7-day expedition through the desert soul and spiritual heart of Rajasthan. This journey takes you from the living fort of Jaisalmer and the haunted mysteries of Kuldhara to the majestic blue horizons of Jodhpur.
As you leave the dunes behind, you’ll ascend into the rugged Aravalli hills to witness the intricate marble poetry of Ranakpur and the formidable walls of Kumbhalgarh Fort. The pilgrimage culminates with a soulful darshan at the world-renowned Nathdwara (Shrinathji) Temple, offering a perfect blend of history, adventure, and divine grace.
Day to Day Tour Program
Arrival: As per your flight or train time, we will receive you with paging board of your name along with logo of Travel Astu and transfer to your hotel.
Evening: Today’s sightseeing we will decide as per your arrival time. If you are arriving morning than Jaisalmer tour, if afternoon arrival than visit Gadisar Lake and if evening than transfer to hotel.
Stay: Jaisalmer.
Morning: Explore the Jaisalmer Fort and its intricate Jain Temples.
Afternoon: Drive approx. 20km to Roopsi to visit Shree Kolariya Rai Mandir. This temple is deeply revered by the local community and offers a peaceful, spiritual experience away from the city crowds.
Evening: Visit the Nathmal ki Haveli, Patwon ki Haveli.
Stay: Jaisalmer.
Morning: Visit Bada Bagh and Kuldhara Village.
Afternoon: Drive to Sam Dunes desert.
Evening: Camel Safari, Jeep Dunes bashing, and cultural folk performances with dinner.
Stay: Sam Sand Dunes Desert Camp (If available) or back to Jaisalmer.
Morning: 5-hour drive to Jodhpur.
Afternoon: Visit the Umaid Bhawan Palace Museum.
Evening: Explore the Clock Tower Market and the famous Toorji Ka Jhalra (Stepwell).
Stay: Jodhpur.
Morning: Detailed tour of Mehrangarh Fort and Jaswant Thada.
Afternoon: Visit the Rao Jodha Desert Rock Park (great for kids to run around) or Mandore Gardens.
Evening: Leisure time or dinner at a "Blue City" rooftop cafe.
Stay: Jodhpur.
Morning: Drive toward the Aravalli hills (4 hours).
Mid-day: Visit the Ranakpur Jain Temple (1,444 pillars). Then Sun Temple in Ranakpur.
Afternoon: Check into a forest resort. Visit Kumbhalgarh Fort, home to the second-longest wall in the world.
Stay: Kumbhalgarh.
Morning: Early 2-hour drive to Nathdwara.
Darshan: Perform Darshan at Shreenathji Temple. Inside the temple complex, visit Shri Giriraj Mandir (dedicated to the holy Govardhan hill).
Afternoon: Visit the Statue of Belief (World's tallest Shiva statue).
Tour End: Here we are ending this trip. If you want to drop in in hotel or selfbooked hotel in Nathdwara today, we will transfer you there.
Tour Inclusions List
- ACCOMMODATION AT BEST 3, 4 OR 5 STAR HOTELS (AS PER YOUR CHOICE),
- DAILY BREAKFASTS IN THE HOTELS,
- WI-FI IN THE HOTELS,
- RAJASTHANI TRIBAL DANCE & MUSIC IN SAM DUNES DESERT WITH DINNER,
- CAMEL RIDE IN THE DESERT,
- GOVERNMENT LICENCE GUIDES FOR 2 DAYS IN JAISALMER AND 1 DAY IN JODHPUR,
- ON THE WAY SIGHTSEEING OF RANAKPUR TEMPLE,
- CITY SIGHTSEEING TOURS AND ALL TRANSFER AS MENTIONED IN THE ITINERARY BY FULLY AC VEHICLE ON PRIVATE BASIS,
- COMPANY TRAVEL ASSISTANT ON ARRIVAL TO RECEIVE/DROP YOU IN THE AIRPORT/RAILWAY STATION WITH PAGING BOARD OF YOUR NAME,
- DEDICATED 24/7 TOUR MANAGER / COORDINATOR FOR TOUR OVER CALL/WHATSAPP,
- TOLL TAXES, CITY AND STATE TAXES, BATA, DRIVER’S ALLOWANCE, DRIVER FOOD, THIRD PARTY INSURANCE.
Tour Highlights
- The Living Fort: Explore the golden sandstone ramparts of Jaisalmer Fort, one of the few fully inhabited forts in the world.
- Desert Mysteries: Discover the eerie legends of the Haunted Village of Kuldhara and enjoy a sunset camel safari at Sam Sand Dunes.
- The Blue City Heritage: Experience the grandeur of Mehrangarh Fort and the vibrant blue-washed streets of Jodhpur.
- Mountain Fortresses: Walk the second-longest continuous wall in the world at Kumbhalgarh Fort, a UNESCO World Heritage site.
- Architectural Marvels: Marvel at the 1,444 uniquely carved pillars of the Ranakpur Jain Temple.
- Divine Darshan: Conclude your journey with a peaceful visit to the Shree Nathdwara Temple, the sacred seat of Shrinathji.
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