Pushkar Camel Fair

Suitable for:

Spiritual, Cultural, Artistic & Gastronomic Interests

Friends & Family Travel

Solo Female Travel

Corporate Travel

Journey Overview

Delhi

Strident, modern and multi colour city. Old Delhi is where all shades of humanity could be seen and felt.

Mandawa

A town built in 18th. Century located in the Shekhawati region of Rajasthan. Expect an outdoor museum every step while experiencing the heritage walks around its Havelis (traditional, exquisitely decorated mansions during Silk Route) and local people peaceful live. Enjoy and ease your spirit in our Mandawa Kothi property.

Pushkar

Beautiful Rajasthan town that offers sand dunes in the Thar Desert, a holy lake, exquisite temples, scenic gardens and many camels.

The last quarter of the year, especially, brings together a melee of colours, activities, celebrations and unique traditions. Known for its Camel Fair.

Udaipur

Know as the most romantic city of India. Majestic palaces, temples and Havelis (Traditional, exquisitely decorated mansions during Silk Route in 18th. Century) make a live art scene with countless narrow streets and natural charms. Extraordinary architecture and colourful bazaars make of Udaipur an enchanted place to enjoy sunsets when boat riding lake Pichola.

Jodhpur

The extraordinary Mehrangarh Fort dwarfs the Blue city of Rajasthan

with its small indigo-washed buildings inside the 15th Century city. Witness a real cross section, from elephant-glutted mega-bashes in the hills outside of town to a simple procession through the maze of the old city.

Jaipur

Capital of Rajasthan. Historical and royal Pink City where the Palace continues to house the former Royal Family. A flamboyant state where past and present merge in a unique way.

Agra

The place where the legacy of the Mughal empire has left a Wonder of the World born from a love story: The Taj Mahal. Fascinating tombs and mausoleums, forts and bustling chowks (marketplaces), await you.

Journey Highlights

Delhi

Qutub Minar

Humayun’s Tomb

India Gate and Rajpath

Red Fort

Akshardham Temple

India Gate

Gurudwara Bangla Sahib

Gandhi Memorial

Jama Mosque

Mandawa

Castle of Mandawa

Old Step Well

Old Havelis

Podar Haveli Nawalgarh (30 km from Mandawa)

Ramgarh(23 km from Mandawa)

Pushkar

Ghats of Pushkar

Bramha Temple

Rangji Temple

Savitri Mata Temple on top of the mountain

Jodhpur

Mehrangarh Fort

Jaswant Thada

Umaid Bhawan Palace

Clock Tower (Gnatra Ghar)

Udaipur

Boat Ride At The Lake Pichola

Saheliyo ki bari Garden (Princess Garden)

Jag Mandir Palace

City Palace

Jagdish Temple

Jaipur

City Palace

Amber Fort

Hawa Mahal

Jantar Mantar Observatory

Jaigarh Fort

Albert Hall Museum

Birla Temple

Morning Aarti at Govind Dev ji temple

Nahargarh Fort

Gaitor Royal Cenotaphs

Agra

Taj Mahal

Agra Fort

Tomb of Itimad-ud-Daulah

Journey Day By Day

Day 1 - 3 DELHI

You will be picked up from Delhi Airport with a signed board under your name, as per your arrival details. Taken to your hotel to be recovered.

Early arrivals have the possibility to explore Delhi, depending on your preferences. Immerse yourself into Indian History, Politics and Religion. Discover The Independence Struggle, Major sites of Democratic India (India Gate, President’s House, Parliament House) and today´s life of Indian Capital city. Experience Gandhi Smriti, Qutub Minar (The insignia of Islamic Dynasties in India and Mughal Empire). Experience by Rickshaw Old Delhi (Shahjahanabad). Impressive monuments: Jama Masjid, Red Fort, Raj Ghat, Gurudwara Bangla Sahib (A Sikh Temple), Humayun’s Tomb, Lotus Temple, Akshardham Temple and Sufi Saint Mosque known as Nizamuddin. Awake every sense by visiting Chandni Chowk market.

Some places would be visited according to your time and personal interests.

Next Stop: Mandawa

Distance from Delhi to Mandawa: 5 h (230 km)

Day 3 – 5 MANDAWA

A genuine town where you could appreciate rural and traditional life in Rajasthan. An outdoor museum displaying unique architecture and mural paintings every step you take. Experience the Heritage Walk to witness the mansions built during the Silk Route, known as Havelis.

Next stop: Pushkar

Distance from Mandawa to Pushkar : 4h 30min (225 km)

Day 4 - 6 PUSHKAR

A Holy town where about 400 temples and 25 ghats stand. Visit the Brahma, Varaha, Aptaeshwar and Savitri Temples.

Experience the Pushkar Mela celebration and vibrate with the colours of the desert and its particular energy.

Next stop: Udaipur

Distance from Pushkar to Udaipur: 5h ( 280 km )

Day 6 - 8 UDAIPUR

The Lake City of Rajasthan, one of the most beautiful and romantic towns India has. Experience the magic of its lake and the City Palace, which is breathetaking; splendour and nostalgia merge.

Visit the quiet and unique Princess Garden, Shilp Gram and the Jagdish Temple. During your stay you will enjoy a boat ride on lake Pichola for a scenic photographic view of Udaipur and the Jag Mandir, also called the “Lake Garden Palace” built on an island.

Next stop: Jodhpur

Distance from Udaipur to Jodhpur: 4h 30min (250 km)

Day 8 - 10 JODHPUR

The Blue city of Rajasthan with Indigo coloured houses in the Old Town. Jodhpur´s Fort is majestic and massive on top of a hill.

Enjoy a walk near the Clock Tower seeing old buildings and smelling the many spices in the market.

Experience Bishnoi Village, Ummaid Bhawan Palace, Jaswant Thada, Mandore Garden depending on your time and preferences.

Next stop: Jaipur

Distance from Jodhpur to Jaipur: 6h ( 330 km )

Day 10 - 13 JAIPUR

Rajasthan Pink City and capital surrounded by monuments, palaces and magic. Live the City Palace, Jal Mahal, Hawa Mahal (Wind Palace), Jantar Mantra (Astronomical Observatory built in 17th Century).

In the evening you could have a walk in Old Walled City and through the area of local market. Experience the mind blowing Amber Fort and its countless stories and the beautiful Birla Temple.

Later on, immerse yourself in the markets known as Johri Bazar and Choti Chopper. Jaipur is famous for its unique Jewellery market.

Nex stop: Agra

Jaipur to Agra: 4h 30min (240 km)

Day 13 – 15 AGRA

Arriving to Agra means to experience the utmost romantic history of all times in front of your eyes.

Closed on Friday, be aware. You could enjoy the sunset Taj Mahal view from the backside of River Yamuna. If time permits, you could visit the Red Fort on same day. If not possible, the day after during sunris with Taj Mahal visit.

Day 15 DELHI

You have the option to prepare for the next day departure and stay relaxed at your hotel. Or visit Delhi if you are very active and would like to explore some markets in the city: Chandni Chowk Market, The Kinari Bazaar (Wedding Market), Textile Market (Wholesale Market), The Book Market, the very interesting Spice Market (Grind and Whole Spices).

If your preferences are around art and architecture you could visit: Fateh Puri Mosque, Sis Ganj Guradwara, Jain Temple and The Shiva Temple as well. Depending on your peace and comfort.

Day 16 DEPARTURE

Relaxed and ready for travelling back home, your driver will take you to the airport as per your flight schedule.

“The greatness of a culture can be found in its festivals”.

-Siddharth Katragadda

Included in Pushkar Mela Festival Journey

-Selected 15 night accommodation based on single/double occupancy in mentioned hotels

-Full breakfast daily

-Air Conditional Comfortable Vehicle with WI-FI for your connectivity

-Airport Meet and Greet with Private Transfers

-English-Speaking Local Driver and Private Guide

-Driver expenses, fuel, insurance and all taxes covered

-Entrance Fees and Taxes

-Rickshaw ride in Old Delhi City Market

-Cooking class in Jaipur with Dinner

-Boat ride in Udaipur Lake Pichola

-Bottle of water while in the car

Excluded Services in this Journey:

-International or Domestic flights

-Gratuities/tips for bellboys and housekeeping staff. This is left to your discretion.

-Indian visa (most people will require an Indian visa – Please note we don’t provide advice on visas and it is your responsibility to obtain the correct information/visa)

-Meals not specified in your journey

– Beverages, unless specified.

-Tips/gratuities for meals not specified in your journey

– Travel insurance. Please be aware that comprehensive travel insurance is mandatory

-Laundry and telephone bills.

-Entrances to monuments

-Movie/video camera fee at monuments

-Medical Insurance

-Baggage Insurance

-Airport Departure Taxes

-Any other service that has not been specified

-Your Game Safaris at any National Park, unless specified in your journey