Jaisalmer Tour Package

Desert Festival Tour Package Jaisalmer

The Jaisalmer Desert Festival is a vibrant and colorful celebration held annually in the mesmerizing city of Jaisalmer, Rajasthan. This three-day extravaganza showcases the rich cultural heritage and traditions of the region, offering a truly immersive experience for visitors. Here's a glimpse into the Jaisalmer Desert Festival Tour Package. The festival usually takes place in February, a time when the weather is pleasant and ideal for outdoor festivities. The Sam Sand Dunes, located on the outskirts of Jaisalmer, serve as the venue for the main events and activities.

The festival kicks off with a grand procession, featuring beautifully adorned camels and horses, musicians, dancers, and locals dressed in traditional attire. The vibrant procession makes its way through the streets of Jaisalmer, creating a lively and festive atmosphere. Throughout the festival, there are a variety of cultural performances that showcase the rich Rajasthani traditions. Folk dancers, musicians, and entertainers captivate the audience with their rhythmic dances, melodious music, and energetic performances. The cultural program includes popular Rajasthani folk dances like Ghoomar, Kalbeliya, and Gair, along with traditional music forms like Manganiar and Langas.

The festival also hosts exciting competitions and events that reflect the local way of life. Turban tying competitions, mustache competitions, camel races, and camel polo matches are among the highlights. Visitors can witness thrilling displays of Rajasthani skill and bravery, such as the famous "Mr. Desert" contest, where participants showcase their agility and strength. The Desert Festival provides a platform for local artisans to showcase their craftsmanship. The festival grounds are lined with stalls displaying colorful handicrafts, textiles, jewelry, and other traditional Rajasthani products. It's an excellent opportunity to shop for unique souvenirs and witness the skill and artistry of local craftsmen.

As the sun sets, the desert comes alive with a spectacular display of cultural performances and the highlight of the festival - the mesmerizing folk music and dance performances under the starry sky. The ambiance is further enhanced by the traditional bonfires, illuminating the desert landscape and creating a magical atmosphere. The Jaisalmer Desert Festival offers an immersive experience of Rajasthan's rich cultural heritage. It provides an opportunity to witness the traditional lifestyle, enjoy the folk music and dances, and indulge in the flavors of Rajasthani cuisine. The festival's vibrant and joyous atmosphere, set against the backdrop of the magnificent desert, leaves visitors with memories that last a lifetime.

Travelers planning to attend the Jaisalmer Desert Festival are advised to check the festival dates and make accommodation arrangements in advance, as it is a popular and busy time in Jaisalmer. Embrace the spirit of Rajasthan and immerse yourself in the cultural extravaganza of the Jaisalmer Desert Festival.

All Jaisalmer Tour Packages

Jaisalmer Tour Package is a tour category of Jaisalmer Packages offering one of the most preferred tour packages for exploring Jaisalmer which is well-known for its rich culture and heritage. Itineraries included in Jaisalmer Tour Package category gives an opportunity to explore the main highlights of Jaisalmer along with Jodhpur, Bikaner, Mount Abu, Ranakpur, Udaipur, Mandawa, and other nearby cities in its multi-day tour packages. Luxury Jaisalmer packages are specially designed to give you a comfortable tour to Jaisalmer according to your choices and preferences. You can experience the rich cultures and traditions of Jaisalmer during your vacations. All the packages in this category can be easily customized as per the customer requirements and travel needs and also includes Budgeted Jaisalmer Tour Package. The Golden City, Jaisalmer greets you with warm hospitality and gesture in the city and feels grateful to be a part of your travel plan.

People Also Ask About Jaisalmer

  • How many days are sufficient for Jaisalmer?

    In general, 3 days are sufficient to cover all the attractions in and around the city of Jaisalmer. After arriving on day 1, you can take some rest and cover the major tourist attractions like Amar Sagar, Ludharwa temple, Bada Bagh, and Gardisar lake on the second day and stay overnight at one of the desert camps and enjoy safaris. The third day is for minor sightseeing and departure.

  • Jaisalmer is mainly famous for its golden desert and sand dunes. People come here every year to enjoy desert safaris and camping. Jaisalmer is also famous for the grand golden fort situated on top of the Meru hill. The city also holds several Jain temples as well as museums. Close to Jaisalmer lies the Bada Bagh where you can see some historic dome-shaped pavilions.

  • A desert safari is the best way to experience the magnificent beauty of Jaisalmer. This involves you riding through the sand dunes on the back of a traditionally adorned camel. It will take you to some remote areas where you can witness amazing flora and fauna. The chief attraction of the safari is of course the picturesque sunset.

  • Mutton Saag is one of the most famous dishes in Jaisalmer, featuring mutton mixed with spinach and spices. Other popular dishes include Gatte ki Sabzi, a dish featuring gram flour or besan sausages with yoghurt and spicy gravy, as well as the famous Dal Baati Choorma.

  • Jaisalmer is safe for tourists as maintenance of law and order is strictly executed by the government. You can enjoy a wonderful trip by booking one of the Jaisalmer tour packages which includes all the important tourist destinations of the city.
    But taking basic safety measures viz. not loitering till too late at night, trusting touts or using unlit lavatories is a prerequisite of a pleasurable trip. However, tourists are not allowed to go near the Pakistan border which is close to Jaisalmer.

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