Pushkar Fair Tour
Pushkar Fair
Duration : 17 Days
Destinations : Delhi - Agra - Fatehpur Sikri - Jaipur - Pushkar - Udaipur - Rankpur - Kumbhalgarh - Jodhpur - Jaisalmer - Khimsar - Mandawa
In the 16th century camel caravans crossed the mountains to the N along well trodden paths, laden with precious jewels and spices. Today's Camel Safaris attempt to recreate something of that spirit of adventure. The Thar desert in Rajasthan with its vast stretches of sand, dotted with dunes and its own specially adapted shrubs and wild life is ideal territory, Our expert navigator and the villagers on the way add color to an unforgettable experience if you are prepared to sit out the somewhat uncomfortable but adventurous ride. You would not only have the thrill but will have opportunity to gain the first hand experience of rustic environ, to admire the real Rajasthan and an opportunity to mingle with the local villagers.
Day 01
Arrive Delhi
You arrive in Delhi by international flight. After a traditional Welcome of TIKKA and Arti our representatives would assist you at the airport to hotel for check in and overnight stay.
Day 02-
Delhi
Breakfast at the Hotel. Rest of the morning at leisure. You will be taken on a guided tour of Delhi, beginning with a morning sightseeing trip to Old Delhi and followed by visits to the 1648 Red Fort, India's largest mosque - Jama Masjid with its 9,000 sq. ft. courtyard, three domes and two minarets, and Gandhi Memorial at Raj Ghat.then proceed to India Gate, President's House, Humayun's Tomb, Bahai Temple with its nine pools on an elevated platform, and Qutb Minar. Overnight stay at hotel.
Day 03-
Delhi / Agra (220 km / 5 hrs)
Post breakfast departure for Agra, erstwhile capital of India under Mughals in the 16th 17th centuries and home to Taj Mahal. Most of Agra is on the west bank of river Yamuna, with the Agra Fort and the Taj at its nucleus. Taj Mahal Taj Mahal, the mausoleum built by a sorrowing Shah Jehan in memory of his young wife, Mumtaz Mahal. The Building's stupendous scale, flawless symmetry, translucent white marble and shimmering reflection in the water channel are truly breathtaking.is quite simply one of mankind's most remarkable creations. Upon arrival at Agra, to check in at hotel. Later in the afternoon, a visit to Taj Mahal and Agra Fort. Overnight stay at hotel.
Day 04
Agra - Fatehpur Sikri - Bharatpur - Jaipur
After breakfast check-out from the hotel and we take you to on a visit to Fatehpur Sikri - Built by Akbar the Great in the 16th century to serve as the capital of his vast empire, Fatehpur Sikri was mysteriously abandoned 13 years later. The mosque at Fatehpur Sikri is considered a copy of the mosque at Mecca and is extremely elegant, containing elements of Hindu and Persian design. The main entrance to the complex Buland Darwaza or "Great Gateway" is reached by an impressive flight of stairs. Inscribed on the inside of the archway is the quote: "The World is a bridge. Pass over it, but build no house upon it. He who hopes for an hour, may hope for eternity."
After continue drive to Jaipur. Enroute visiting Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary - one of the finest bird sanctuaries in the world. The marshes here are home to over 360 species of birds including the Siberian cranes that come to spend the winter here. On arrival check in into hotel. Overnight at hotel.
Day 05
Jaipur
The capital of Rajasthan is the most colourful city in India. Today morning we visit the Amber, the capital of the gallant Rajputs from 1037 to 1728 AD. A slow elephant ride takes us to the top of the fort and a tour of the Palace. Later visits to the City Palace, Birla Temple, Jantar Mantar Observatory and the Palace of Winds. Overnight stay at hotel.
Day 06
Jaipur - Pushkar
After Breakfast check-out from the hotel and drive to Pushkar - the city of Brahma. Pushkar is a sacred town for the Hindus, situated 11 kms. to the North-West of Ajmer. The charm of this sleepy, lakeside settlement so captivated the great Indian poet, Kalidas, that it found a place in his classic, Abhigyan Sakuntalam. The Great Hindu epics of Mahabharat and Ramayana make references to this religious place regarded to be Adi Tiratha. Evidence points to its having existed during the fourth century B.C. lake in the inhospitable surroundings of a desert is no less than a miracle. On arrival check in into hotel . Later on take part in the Pushkar Fair activities and visit various temples and the sacred lake. Dinner & overnight at hotel.
Day 07
Pushkar
The Pulsating beats of vivid images of the Sacred Brahma land, Pushkar brings alive the rich tradition of Rajasthan enhancing the glory of the golden sand. Spectacular Fair Ground in the month of Kartik with bedecked Camels, decorated cattle's, adventures competitions, breathtaking events, jostling rustic crowd, meditating sadhus, holy dip, vivid stalls, exotic fair, colourful desert, so typical, so obvious, It can be nothing else but Pushkar Fair. An amalgamation of a marvellous juxtaposition of commerce and devotion, Pushkar Fair, a lifetime experiences in the very Holy Land.
The evenings are possessed with its own charm, Deepdaan creates a spectacular view on the scared lake. The silent night pierced by camel calls, folk- lore, dramas and heart throbbing beats of folk music and dances. The fair attracts a great number of tourists from far and wide. The fair grounds reverberate with festivity, as rows of make shift stalls display a bewildering array items. Body tattooing is yet another favourite activity. The profusion of colours that run riot in the desert sand, the glee and the contagious enthusiasm of the village folk are a unique experience for every visitor. The village is arranged in blocks of tents, each with its own identity, named after the famous dance of Rajasthan. The village also has huts with attached western style toilets and running water. Day free to witness Pushkar Fare. Stay overnight at Hotel.
Day 08
Pushkar - Udaipur
After breakfast, check-out and drive to
Udaipur. Arrive and check-in into hotel. Later on an excursion to
Eklingji & Nagda temples. Eklingji, After breakfast, check-out and drive to Udaipur. Arrive and check-in into hotel. Later on an excursion to Eklingji & Nagda temples. Eklingji, It is famous for the beautifully sculpted temple complex with 108 temples within its high walls built in 734 A.D.The temples are dedicated to Lord Shiva, the presiding deity of Mewar ruler. The walled complex encloses an elaborately pillared hall or mandap under a large pyramidal roof and has four-faced image of Lord Shiva in black marble. Nagda, This ancient place in Mewar was the capital of Bappa Rawal and has a magnificient torana exquisitely carvedwith graceful apsaras. This ancient site dating back to the 6th century A.D. is renowned for the Sas-Bahu temples (9th- 1Oth century A.D.) with interesting architecture and carvings. In the evening, you have the option of taking a boat ride on Lake Pichola. Overnight at hotel.
Day 09
Udaipur
After breakfast visit City Palace - the largest palace complex in Rajasthan, with its scalloped arches, fretted balconies, and cupolas. Jagdish Temple is an Indo-Aryan temple dedicated to Lord Vishnu. It has a black stone image of Vishnu as Jagannath, Lord of the Universe. Folk Art Museum has an interesting exhibition of folk arts including dresses, dolls, masks, musical instruments, paintings, and puppets.
The rest of the evening is free to explore this city of lakes on your own. Or you may enjoy our optional boat ride on the picturesque Lake Pichola, cruising past the spectacular City Palace, Jag Mandir Island and the famous Jag Niwas Island, which used to be the summer palace of the Royals of Mewar and is now the renowned Lake Palace Hotel. Overnight at hotel.
Day 10
Udaipur - Ranakpur - Kumbhalgarh
After breakfast, drive to Ranakpur. Visit Ranakpur Jain Temples complex, one of the biggest and the most important cluster of Jain temples in India. Nestled in the Aravalli range. The Chaumukha Temple, or Four Faced Temple, is the main temple in the complex and dates back to the 15th century. Built in marble, the temple has 29 halls supported by more than 1400 pillars, no two of which are alike. The two other Jain temples in the complex are Neminath and Parasnath temple. After that continue drive to Kumbhalgarh. Overnight at hotel.
Day 11
Kumbhalgarh - Jodhpur 
After breakfast, half day tour of Kumbhalgarh, where you explore the one of the most majestic forts of India. 13 mountain peaks surround the impregnable fortress of Kumbalgarh (54 Kms) at a height of 3281 ft. Seven towering gateways pierce the massive walls of this prominent fortress of Mewar . The young Udai Singh founder of Udaipur took shelter here from his treacherous uncles. Emperor Akbar was defeated by these impregnable walls dotted with cannonballs.
Later on continue drive to Jodhpur. On arrival check-in into hotel. Overnight at hotel.
Day 12
Jodhpur
Post breakfast half day tour of Jodhpur There are many great fortresses throughout Rajasthan, but non compare with the majestic Mehrangarh Fort, built atop a 400 ft. promontory. Within this invisible citadel are magnificent palaces with marvelously carved panels, latticed windows and evocative names. These palaces houses a fabulous collection of possessions of Indian royalty, including a superb collection of palanquins, elephant howdahs, miniature paintings of various schools, musical instruments, costumes and furniture. Below the fort, visit the Jaswant Thada, a graceful marble cenotaph built 1899 for Mahrajaha Jaswant Singh II, and monuments to other Maharajahs of Jodhpur.
Proceed into the heart of the bazaars for a view of local artisans at work as well as locals shopping of their wares.
Overnight stay.
After breakfast full day city tour, visit Mehrangarh fort - unsurpassed in beauty & grandeur, it is one of the largest forts in India. Innumerable palaces in the fort, interspersed with sprawling courtyards, are intricately carved Jaswanthada - The 19th century royal cenotaph and the museum located in the Umaid public gardens. After that a visit to Ummed Bhawan Palace. A portion of the Ummed Bhawan Palace has been converted into a museum. The architectural splendors of these remnants will enthrall you. Overnight at hotel.
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Day 13
Jodhpur - Jaisalmer
After breakfast, check-out from the hotel and drive to Jaisalmer - The Citadel City. On the way we pass camel carts, vibrant and colorful Rajasthani women carrying produce to the market, and men sporting brightly colored turbans usually sitting groups just passing the time of the day. On arrival check in into hotel. Overnight at hotel.
Day 14
Jaisalmer
After breakfast half day sightseeing of Jaisalmer. Almost 900 years old, Jaisalmer was a major post on the trade route across the forbidding Thar Desert, and still today, one's first glimpse of the honey colored walls of the fort, rising out of the hot and barren desert is magical. Untouched by time, Jaisalmer, with its golden crenellated walls and narrow streets lined with exquisite havelies, has a medieval ambience. The fort encloses palaces decorated with delicate jali or lattice worked screens, carved doors and flora carvings, and elaborately carved 12th to 16th century Jain temples. The havelies in both the fort and the town are exceptional. Similar in style to the homes of Venetian merchants, the havelies were the mansions of wealthy traders. The houses are decorated with beautifully carved facades, jali screens and oriel windows, each with an inner courtyard surrounded by richly decorated apartments. To see the beauty of the Thar Desert take a camel ride to Sam Sand Dunes. Overnight at hotel
Day 15
Jaisalmer - Khimsar
After breakfast check-out from the hotel and drive to Khimsar. Khimsar is steeped in history. Founded 2500 years ago by the Jain Saint Mahaveer this is the starting point of the great Indian Desert. The founder of the castle which was built in mid 15th century was Prince Karamsi on arrival check-in into Hotel .and overnight staty at hotel
Day 16
Khimsar - Mandawa
After an early breakfast, check-out from the hotel and drive to Mandawa. Arrive Mandawa and check-in into hotel In the afternoon a tour of the painted 'havelis' of some of the leading business families of the country. Though they no longer live here, the local caretakers are happy to show the visitors around. Enroute you can shop for the colorful art and crafts of Rajasthan: tied and dyed textiles, metal handicrafts, carved wooden artefacts and more. You also get a unique insight to life in the desert by visiting nearby villages on a camel safari. Overnight at hotel.
Day 17
Mandawa - Delhi (Departure)
After breakfast morning free to explore the local village by horse safari in the morning and visit local mansions to view famous frescoes. Later on check-out from the hotel and drive to Delhi. Arrive Delhi and a car will be at your disposal until transfer to International Airport to catch flight for onward destination.
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