Rajasthan Desert Retreats & Royal Trails

Spend the morning at imposing Mehrangarh Fort, exploring its courtyards, palaces and collections while taking in sweeping views across Jodhpur. Continue to the delicate marble memorial of Jaswant Thada, set beside a small lake, then return towards the old city for a closer look at local crafts, spice stalls and traditional architecture. Your private guide can shape the afternoon around art, shopping, photography or additional heritage sites before a relaxed evening in the city.

Leave Jodhpur behind and travel into the countryside towards Mihir Garh, with the route offering a changing view of Rajasthan beyond its major cities. Depending on local conditions and your interests, pause for a respectful visit near Bishnoi communities or at rural landscapes where farming, craft and desert life remain closely connected. Arrive at Mihir Garh for a peaceful afternoon surrounded by open country. Enjoy the property’s distinctive hospitality, unhurried setting and sunset atmosphere.

After a leisurely morning at Mihir Garh, continue west towards Manvar on a scenic journey through increasingly arid terrain. Watch the landscape shift from cultivated fields to scrub, sand and wide desert horizons. On arrival, settle into your desert retreat and take time to appreciate its tranquil setting. The afternoon may be spent by the pool or on a guided nature walk, while the evening brings a memorable desert sunset and dinner beneath the open sky, subject to seasonal arrangements.

Enjoy a full day in and around Manvar, with the freedom to keep the pace gentle or add more activity. A camel ride or 4x4 excursion can take you towards the dunes for wide desert views and a quieter perspective of the Thar. You may also visit nearby settlements with a local guide, learning about desert livelihoods and regional traditions. Return to the retreat for time at leisure, followed by sunset colours and a peaceful evening away from city lights.

Travel onwards to Jaisalmer, crossing the distinctive western Rajasthan landscape before the sandstone silhouette of the Golden City appears. After checking in, explore the living Jaisalmer Fort, whose narrow lanes contain temples, residences and small artisan workshops. Continue through the old quarter to see richly carved havelis, including Patwon Ki Haveli or another suitable heritage residence. As daylight softens, enjoy views of the city walls and the warm tones of the surrounding desert.

Use your final morning for a last walk through Jaisalmer, time for handcrafted textiles or local artworks, or a visit to the serene Bada Bagh memorial complex if your departure schedule allows. Your private vehicle will then transfer you to the airport, railway station or onward connection. The journey ends with the freedom to depart from Jaisalmer or continue travelling through Rajasthan, according to your wider India itinerary.