Rajasthan Desert Film Shooting Tour
Tour Duration : 6 Nights / 7 Days | Destination : Jaipur – Jodhpur – Jaisalmer – Sam Sand Dunes
Starting From
INR19,580/-
Per Adult
Stay Included
Breakfast Included
Sightseeing Included
Transport Included
Rajasthan has been a favourite tourist destination for overseas filmmakers due to its landscapes, majestic forts and vibrant culture. A unique and specialized Rajasthan Desert Film Shooting Tour is designed for aspiring photographers, cinematographers and cinemaphiles who wish to explore the state’s cinematic potential. The tour takes you to the most iconic desert locations ever filmed, so it's more than a mere sightseeing tour. Besides witnessing these stunning locations, you will be treated to a behind-the-scenes look at the art of desert filmmaking. The perfect contrast of artistic discovery, adventure and historical experience, so it is an extremely inspirational and creative vacation experience.
Tour Itinerary
Day 1
Jaipur Arriva
As soon as you arrive in Jaipur for the first time, a city that has been a location for several films, your journey commences officially from here. In the afternoon, you will spend time exploring the city’s main filming locations, followed by a seamless transfer to your accommodation. Visit the Nahargarh Fort, which offers a stunning view of the city and was a major location of Rang De Basanti. Part of this tour also includes Jal Mahal, a picturesque palace in the center of a lake offering the backdrop of countless romantic songs and films. The day offers the perfect introduction to the diversity of Jaipur’s locations, which is a dream for filmmakers to capture.Day 2
In Jaipur
The day is spent understanding the aesthetics and logistics of shooting in a heritage city. A local production assistant or site scout will sit down with you to brief you on the possibilities and challenges of shooting in Rajasthan. Later, more unusual movie locations are explored, like the City Palace that harmoniously blends Rajput and Mughal style and the Panna Meena ka Kund, a historic stepwell with a unique geometric charm. During a customary Rajasthani dinner in the evening, the day’s observations will be shared.Day 3
Jodhpur Transfer
Followed by a healthy breakfast, you will travel to Jodhpur, a city renowned for its blue houses and for the imposing Mehrangarh Fort. The cinematic landscape of this fort has been employed in films like The Dark Knight Rises and The Fall. Check in at your hotel upon arrival. Besides discovering the fort, you will give close attention to the significant points where iconic scenes were taken. You will be encouraged to capture your own photographs and film using different lighting and angle settings to capture the size and majesty of the fort.Day 4
In Jodhpur
Today, you’ll venture out of the city to immerse yourself in the rural landscapes that are often used to depict the untrammelled beauty of the Thar Desert. Take a stop at the Osian desert during the outing, famous for its sand dunes and ancient structures. You will also tour a neighbouring village, offering a glimpse of actual Rajasthani rural existence, and it is suitable for documentaries or films with a rural theme. An exclusive cultural show in the evening lets you experience the raw intensity of Rajasthani folk dance and music.Day 5
Jaisalmer Transfer
The views continue to Jaisalmer, the Golden City, which looks like a film set. A living fort was made up of golden sandstone glowing in the sun, the Jaisalmer Fort, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. A traditional backdrop for films like “The Darjeeling Limited” and “Kaala Patthar.” Check into the hotel on arrival. A cinematographer's dream come true, the fort’s twisting, turning streets are explored in the evening. The fort is really a magical place, and you will focus on the unique light and shadow that characterise it at different times of day.Day 6
In Jaisalmer
The highlight of the tour is when you explore deep into the desert for a classic desert photography session. You’ll visit the Sam Sand Dunes, a breathtaking stretch of golden sand that has been featured in countless movies, TV programs and music videos. An exhilarating car safari and a camel ride are part of the tour, which lets you immerse yourself in the expansiveness of the desert. Spending the night at a desert camp will provide you with the opportunity to do some night photography and capture amazing clicks of the dunes’ dramatic silhouette against a sky full of stars. The emphasis today is on capturing the Thar Desert’s pure raw beauty on camera.Day 7
Departure
Enjoy a final day of this private Rajasthan Desert Film Shooting Tour. You’ll be driven to the Jaisalmer airport for your next adventure after a final desert sunrise shoot. The tour will be brimming with incredible video and a better understanding of the art of cinematic narrative in the world’s most beautiful desert.Get in Touch!
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