10 Days Golden Triangle Jodhpur Jaisalmer Tour
10 Day Golden Triangle Tour with Jodhpur Jaisalmer
Places Covered on This Journey.
A Private Heritage Route from Mughal India to the Thar Desert
This 10 days Golden Triangle tour with Jodhpur and Jaisalmer follows a considered route through northern India’s defining historic cities, then continues west into Rajasthan’s desert country. It begins with Delhi’s Mughal quarters and ceremonial avenues, moves to Agra for the Taj Mahal and imperial fort, and reaches Jaipur through the former Mughal capital of Fatehpur Sikri.
From Jaipur, the pace shifts towards Rajasthan’s fortified cities. A private road journey brings you to Jodhpur, where Mehrangarh Fort rises above the blue-painted old town, before continuing across the arid landscape to Jaisalmer. Here, sandstone havelis, a living fort and narrow trading streets reveal the city’s long connection with desert commerce.
Travel is arranged by private air-conditioned car with a professional driver, giving you flexibility for comfort stops, photography and unhurried visits. This Delhi Agra Jaipur Jodhpur Jaisalmer tour is well suited to travellers who value a tailored schedule and the convenience of point-to-point travel. The final desert outing at Sam Sand Dunes adds a quieter counterpoint to the palaces and monuments, with camel or jeep activities available according to the camp package selected and local weather conditions.
Highlights of Your Journey.
Your Day-by-Day Journey
Explore your private India tour day by day, with comfortable travel, sightseeing and carefully planned experiences.
On arrival in Delhi, meet your driver for private pickup from the airport or your selected city hotel. Transfer to your accommodation for check-in. The balance of the day is free to rest after travel or make independent plans. Overnight in Delhi.
After breakfast, spend a full day exploring Delhi by private vehicle. Visit Jama Masjid, then explore the historic lanes of Chandni Chowk at a comfortable pace. Continue to Raj Ghat, drive past India Gate, and visit Humayun’s Tomb and Qutub Minar. Timings can be adjusted around traffic and your preferred sightseeing pace. Overnight in Delhi.
Drive from Delhi to Agra, approximately 230 km and around 3.5–4.5 hours, depending on traffic and stops. After hotel check-in, visit the red sandstone complex of Agra Fort. Later, continue to Mehtab Bagh on the opposite bank of the Yamuna for a composed view towards the Taj Mahal, subject to local access conditions. Overnight in Agra.
Visit the Taj Mahal at sunrise, when available. Please note that the Taj Mahal is closed every Friday; the schedule must be adjusted if this day falls on a Friday. After breakfast and check-out, travel via Fatehpur Sikri, Emperor Akbar’s 16th-century capital. Continue to Jaipur. The Agra–Fatehpur Sikri–Jaipur route is approximately 240 km and usually takes 5–6 hours excluding sightseeing and meal stops. Overnight in Jaipur.
Discover Jaipur’s principal landmarks with private transport. Begin at Amber Fort, set above Maota Lake, then visit the City Palace and Jantar Mantar. Pause for photographs at the façade of Hawa Mahal and at Jal Mahal, which sits in Man Sagar Lake. The sequence can be refined to suit opening times and traffic. Overnight in Jaipur.
Leave Jaipur after breakfast for a private drive to Jodhpur. The journey is approximately 335 km and generally takes 5.5–6.5 hours, with time for comfort and lunch stops en route. Arrive, check in and enjoy a relaxed evening at leisure. Overnight in Jodhpur.
Today’s private sightseeing introduces Jodhpur’s imposing hilltop citadel, Mehrangarh Fort, followed by the white marble memorial of Jaswant Thada. Continue to the Clock Tower Market, where spice stalls and local trading lanes offer a closer view of daily life, then spend time in the blue-painted lanes of the old city. Overnight in Jodhpur.
Travel by private car from Jodhpur to Jaisalmer, a journey of approximately 285 km taking around 5–6 hours. The route crosses increasingly arid western Rajasthan, with comfort stops arranged as required. On arrival, check in and keep the evening free. Overnight in Jaisalmer.
Explore Jaisalmer’s golden sandstone heritage. Visit Jaisalmer Fort, a living fortified settlement, followed by Patwon Ki Haveli and Salim Singh Ki Haveli. Continue to Gadisar Lake and allow time in the local market for handicrafts, textiles or a relaxed walk through the old quarter. Overnight in Jaisalmer.
Drive to Sam Sand Dunes, approximately 40–45 km from Jaisalmer and about 45–60 minutes each way. Enjoy the desert landscape and sunset before returning to Jaisalmer for your onward drop-off at the airport, railway station or city hotel. Camel rides, jeep excursions and camp arrangements are available only if included in the selected camp package, and remain subject to weather and local operating conditions.
What's Included
- Private air-conditioned vehicle for the stated itinerary
- Professional driver for all scheduled road journeys
- Delhi airport or hotel pickup on Day 1
- Jaisalmer airport, railway station or city hotel drop-off on Day 10
- Private transfers between the destinations listed in the itinerary
- Sightseeing transportation as outlined in the daily programme
What's Not Included
- Accommodation and hotel services, unless specifically confirmed in your booking
- Meals, beverages and room service
- Monument entry tickets and camera fees
- Local sightseeing guides, unless specifically added
- Camel rides, jeep safaris, desert camp stays and related activities unless selected
- International or domestic flights, train tickets and travel insurance
- Gratuities, personal purchases and expenses of a personal nature