Pushkar Camel Fair
Suitable for:
Spiritual, Cultural, Artistic & Gastronomic Interests
Friends & Family Travel
Solo Female Travel
Corporate Travel
Journey Overview
Experience the many camels and colours that are a trademark of a city in Rajasthan.  The annual event has something for everybody; from folk music and dance, traditional handicrafts, cattle-trading, local acrobatics, biggest tribal gathering, activities like hot air ballooning and horse riding to camping in luxurious tents.
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Delhi
Strident, modern and multicolour 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 life. 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. 
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Jaipur
Capital of Rajasthan. Historical and royal Pink City where at the city’s heart, 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 
Rajpath Red Fort 
Akshardham Temple
India Gate
Gurudwara Bangla Sahib
Gandhi Memorial
Jama Mosque
Mandawa
Castle of Mandawa
Old step well
Old Havelies
Pushkar
Ghats of Pushkar
Bramha Temple
The Camel Fair
Udaipur
Boat ride at the Lake Pichola
Saheliyo ki bari Garden (Princess Garden)
Jag Mandir Palace
City Palace
Jagdish Temple
Jodhpur
Mehrangarh Fort
Jaswant Thada
Umaid Bhawan Palace
Clock Tower (Gnatra Ghar)
Jaipur
City Palace
Amber Fort
Hawa Mahal
Jantar Mantar Observatory
Agra
Taj Mahal
Agra Fort
Tomb of Itimad-ud-daulah
Mehtab Bagh for best Sunset view of Taj Mahal
Dayal Bagh
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)
Hotel Options Available:
Affordable: Grand Godwin
Semi Luxury: Vivanta by Taj
Luxury: Taj Palace
Day 3 - 4 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)
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Hotel Options Available:
Affordable: Shahi Palace
Semi Luxury: Mandawa Kothi
Luxury: Castle Mandawa
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 )
Hotel Options Available:
Affordable: Master Paradise
Semi Luxury: Pushkar Resort
Luxury: Annanta
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)
Hotel Options Available:
Affordable: Ram Pratap Palace
Semi Luxury: Udai Kothi
Luxury: Fatehgarh
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 )
Hotel Options Available:
Affordable: Pal Haveli
Semi Luxury: Ratan Vilas
Luxury: Taj Hari Mahal
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)
Hotel Options Available:
Affordable: Khandela Haveli
Semi Luxury: Shahpura House
Luxury: Samod Haveli
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.
Hotel Options Available:
Affordable: Parador
Semi Luxury: Radisson
Luxury: Mughal Sheraton
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.
Hotel Options Available:
Affordable: Grand Godwin
Semi Luxury: Vivanta by Taj
Luxury: Taj Palace
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
Pushkar Mela Festival Journey
16 Days & 15 Nights
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