India · City Tours

1-Day Jaisalmer City Tour with Gadisar Lake and Living Fort

1 Day Round trip from Gadisar Lake Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Visit Gadisar Lake, built by Maharawal Gadsi and framed by carved cenotaphs
02 Walk through the living fort of Jaisalmer, where locals still reside
03 Explore the narrow, intricate alleyways of the historic city
04 See the beautiful Jain Temple and the Maharaja Palace

Embark on this tour of Jaisalmer, one of Rajasthan's most beautiful cities, and visit serene sights such as Gadisar Lake, built by Maharawal Gadsi in the 14th century and adorned with beautifully carved cenotaphs set amid its waters. Admire the "living fort of Asia" as you walk through Jaisalmer's narrow, intricate alleyways and experience everyday life the Rajasthani way. See the beautiful Jain Temple, the Maharaja Palace, and more, and make your stay a memorable one.

Then, visit the living fort of Jaisalmer, where a fourth of the city's population still resides today.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 1 Day

Tour type Shared

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Not included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

City Jaisalmer

Languages English, French, Hindi, Italian, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Gadisar Lake and the Living Fort of Jaisalmer

After getting picked up from your hotel in the city at 8:30 AM, embark on a tour of Jaisalmer with your Rajasthan tour guide. First, visit Gadisar Lake, which is a sight to behold early in the day. This artificial lake was built by Maharaja Gadsi and is adorned with beautifully carved cenotaphs. See old structures such as the Caravan Sarai as well.
Then, visit the living fort of Jaisalmer, where a fourth of the city's population still resides today. Walk through the narrow streets, observing the everyday life of the locals, before proceeding to the next sights.
Lastly, explore the Jain Temple and the Maharaja Palace, historically significant monuments that have retained their charm through the decades and continue to be the pride of the city.