Rajasthan Camel Safari
This price includes:
- Accommodation
on a room-only basis in Jaisalmer.
- Tented accommodation during camel trek
- All
camel safari tours as specified.
- All
transfers by road as specified, including pick-ups and drop-offs at start and
end of tour.
- All
transfers by rail in first sleeper class as specified: Jodhpur - Jaisalmer; Jaisalmer - Jodhpur.
- All
internal flights in economy class as specified: Delhi - Jodhpur;
Jodhpur - Delhi.
This is trekking with a difference – camel trekking in the Thar Desert,
in the colourful state of Rajasthan. We fly from Delhi to Jodphur and explore Jodphur’s
imposing Fort and Palace before boarding our overnight steam train to the
walled city of Jaisalmer,
situated on the edge of the Thar Desert close
to the Pakistan
border. From here we venture out on an unforgettable journey into the
vast Thar desert, experiencing the life lived by traders crossing ancient camel
routes, and experiencing India up close and personal.
DAY1
DELHI - JODPHUR
We meet upon your arrival in Delhi and transfer to the airport for an early
morning flight to the blue-painted city of Jodhpur, on the edge of the Thar
Desert. In the afternoon we head out to the massive Meharnagarth Fort and
explore its fascinating museum. In the evening we evening transfer to the
station to board the overnight sleeper train to Jaisalmer.
DAY2 JODPHUR
- JAISALMER
The overnight steam train brings us into Jailsalmer in the early
morning. We transfer to the hotel to freshen up, and then head out for
some sightseeing. Touring this charming 11th century city of
exquisitely carved stone architecture is like a journey back in time, and we
visit some of its most famous havelis. Overnight is spent at the hotel.
DAYS
3-5 THAR DESERT
We begin camel trekking in the Thar Desert. As we stroll along atop our
magnificent steeds, we are accompanied by the brightly turbaned Rajput camel
men who know the desert well. We explore fascinating, isolated desert
villages. Around the camp fires at night the Rajputs entertain us with
their high pitched pipes.
DAY6 JAISALMER
Our trek brings us back to Jaisalmer, happy and with memories to last a
lifetime. We transfer to the hotel and the rest of the day is at your
leisure.
DAY7 JAISALMER - JODPHUR
Day at leisure to explore the colourful bazaars and delight in the many local
handicrafts. In the evening we transfer to the station for the overnight
sleeper to Jodhpur.
DAY8 JODPHUR - DELHI
On arrival in Jodhpur early in the morning, we transfer to the airport for our
flight to Delhi. On arrival, you transfer to the starting point of your
onward journey, or to your hotel. Tour ends.
*Conditions:
Minimum 2 passengers. Price based on twin
share per person. Seasonal surcharges may apply. Valid for sale until 31 March 2009. Subject to
availability.
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details.
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