Private Osian Desert Tour with Camel Safari, Dinner & Mandore

5.0 (1 reviews) Jodhpur, India
Duration8h - 9h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesHindi, English
Private tourOnly your group will participate
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Depart Jodhpur at 1:00 PM for a private afternoon and evening trip combining Mandore Garden, the temples of Osian and a camel safari in the sand dunes. Travel by private air-conditioned vehicle, visit Sachiya Mata Temple and Jain Mahavira Temple, and enjoy the desert landscape before a pure vegetarian Rajasthani dinner. Return to Jodhpur at approximately 9:00–10:00 PM; allow 8–9 hours including travel and activities. The camel safari, dinner, bottled water, tea or coffee with snacks, fuel, tolls, parking and driver allowance are included. Lunch is not included, and tips are extra. Share your Jodhpur pickup address when booking so the meeting point can be coordinated.

What's included

  • Private transportation
  • Bottled water
  • One-hour camel safari in the Osian sand dunes
  • Fuel, tolls, parking fees and driver allowance
  • Pure vegetarian Rajasthani dinner. Lunch is not included.
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Savor freshly brewed Indian Masala tea or coffee served with traditional local snacks at the desert dunes during sunset.
  • Gratuities

What to expect

  1. Mandore Garden
    1h · Admission ticket not included
    Begin your journey with a visit to the ancient town of Mandore, the former capital of Marwar. Explore the beautiful Mandore Gardens, famous for its magnificent rock-cut cenotaphs (dewals) of Jodhpur's former rulers, built with dark red sandstone. Wander through the lush green lawns, admire the intricate architecture, visit the Temple of Three Hundred Million Gods, and see the historic Hall of Heroes featuring high-relief figures carved out of a single rock face.
  2. Sachiya Mata Temple
    1h
    Head toward the ancient desert town of Osian, known as the Khajuraho of Rajasthan. Here, you will visit two major historical sites. First, explore the stunning 8th-century Mahavira Jain Temple, renowned for its beautifully preserved ancient pillars and stone carvings. Next, visit the hilltop Sachiya Mata Temple, a vibrant Hindu temple offering panoramic views of the surrounding desert landscape and town.
  3. Jain Mahavira Temple
    45m
    Explore the extraordinary 8th century Mahavira Jain Temple, a major historical highlight of Osian. Marvel at the stunningly preserved ancient architecture, featuring intricately carved stone pillars, beautiful arches, and a magnificent main shrine dedicated to Lord Mahavira. It stands as a brilliant testament to the rich artistic and religious heritage of ancient Rajasthan.
  4. Osian
    3h
    Explore the Osian sand dunes on the included camel safari, with time to enjoy the desert scenery and take photographs. Tea or coffee and local snacks are included. An optional jeep safari may be arranged on-site at an additional cost; it is not included in this booking. Enjoy a pure vegetarian Rajasthani dinner before the drive back to Jodhpur. Dinner is the only included main meal; lunch is not included. Expect to return to Jodhpur at approximately 9:00–10:00 PM after the 1:00 PM departure.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

The tour departs Jodhpur at 1:00 PM. Please be ready at your hotel lobby or agreed pickup point by 12:40 PM, 20 minutes before departure. Pickup is available from Jodhpur city-centre hotels and the listed pickup locations. Provide your full address when booking; your driver will contact you to coordinate arrival. For narrow lanes inaccessible to cars, we will agree on a nearby accessible meeting point. Return to Jodhpur is approximately 9:00–10:00 PM. This afternoon/evening tour includes a pure vegetarian Rajasthani dinner; lunch is not included.

Additional information

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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