Pushkar Fair India Tour – Culture, Camels & Royal Heritage

Day 01         ARRIVE DELHI
Arrive Delhi. Meet & assistance at the airport and transfer to hotel.

{Check In time 14:00 Hrs.}  Overnight at hotel.

Day 02         DELHI
Breakfast at the hotel. After breakfast sightseeing of Old Delhi takes you to Jama Masjid, – The largest mosque in India. Drive past Red Fort & Chandni Chowk, once an imperial avenue of Mughal Royalty which today is the busiest commercial area of the city. Rickshaw ride in the bustling bazaars of Chandani Chowk. Also Visit Raj Ghat (memorial to Mahatma Gandhi).

Afternoon: sightseeing of New Delhi including the visit to the 12th century Qutab Minar. Bangla sahib Gurudwara (Sikh Temple) Drive past the India Gate (war memorial dedicated to the lives of laid down by the Indian soldiers), the president’s residence – formerly the Viceroy’s Palace, parliament House and the Secretariat buildings, – an interesting blend of the Victorian and 20th century architecture. Overnight at hotel.

Day 03         DELHI – AGRA BY SURFACE 320 KMS/04 HRS.
Breakfast at the hotel. After breakfast drive to Agra. Upon arrival transfer to the hotel. Later Enjoy a magical sunset visit to I’timad-ud-Daulah’s Tomb, popularly known as the Baby Taj. As the sun sets, the marble monument glows with golden hues, creating a peaceful and romantic atmosphere—perfect for photography and quiet reflection. Overnight at hotel.

Day 04         AGRA
Breakfast at hotel. After breakfast Taj Mahal undoubtedly one of the most romantic buildings of the world. Renowned for its architectural magnificence and aesthetic beauty, it counts among man’s proudest creations to commemorate his love (Friday Closed). Also visit Agra Fort. The fort is really a city within a city, which embraces the Moti Masjid, the Diwan-I-Am or the Hall of Public Audiences, the Diwan-I-Khas or the Hall of Private Audiences, the Octagonal Tower, Jahangir’s Palace and many more monuments”.  Overnight at hotel.

Day 05         AGRA– Fatehpur Sikri – JAIPUR BY SURFACE 250 KMS / 05 HRS.
Breakfast at the hotel. Morning drive to Jaipur enroute visiting Fatehpur Sikri is the imperial city of the Mughal dynasty. Famously known as the city of ghosts, it was built by the Great Mughal Emperor Akbar to commemorate his victory of South India.  Upon arrival transfer to the Hotel.

Overnight at hotel.

Day 06         JAIPUR – Amber – JAIPUR
Breakfast at the Hotel.

Morning: visit of Amber Fort riding on elephant back. Amber is a classic, romantic Rajasthani Fort Palace. Inside the Fort visit the Jag Mandir or the Hall of Victory.
Inside the Jag Mandir is the famed Sheesh Mahal – a room with all the four walls and ceiling completely embedded with glittering mirror pieces, which were specially imported from Belgium during that period. En-route to Amber Fort, you will have a brief photography stop at Hawa Mahal – the Palace of Winds.

Later: – city tour of Jaipur which begins with a visit to the Maharaja’s City Palace, the former Royal residence, part of it converted into a museum. A small portion is still used by the Royal family of Jaipur. Later visit the Jantar Mantar, which is the largest stone and marble crafted observatory in the world. Situated near the gate of the city palace, the observatory has 17 large instruments, many of them still in working condition. Overnight at the Hotel.

Day 07         JAIPUR – PUSHKAR BY SURFACE 150 KM/ 03 HRS
Breakfast at the hotel. Later leave to Pushkar by surface. Upon arrival transfer to the hotel.

Later visit Brahma Temple built in the 14th century standing on a high platform near Pushkar Lake. This is the only temple in the world where Lord Brahma – Creator of the Universe, is worshipped. While Pushkar is a city of pilgrimage with over 500 temples and Ghats, it is also famous for its annual Camel Fair, held during October/November.

Overnight at hotel.

Day 08         PUSHKAR {PUSHKAR CAMEL FAIR, LARGEST CATTLE FAIRS IN THE WORLD}
Pushkar fair is well-known all over the world and thousands of devotees take plunge in the sacred lake of Pushkar on this occasion.

The Pushkar Fair (Pushkar Camel Fair) or locally Pushkar ka Mela is an annual five-day camel and livestock fair held in the town of Pushkar in the state of Rajasthan, India. It is one of the world’s largest camel fairs. Apart from the buying and selling of livestock, it has become an important tourist attraction. Competitions such as the “matka phod”, “longest moustache”, and “bridal competition” are the main draws for this fair which attracts thousands of tourists. In recent years the fair has also included an exhibition cricket match between the local Pushkar club and a team of random foreign tourists. The Imperial Gazetteer of India mentions an attendance of 100,000 pilgrims in early 1900s.

Thousands of people go to the banks of the Pushkar Lake where the fair takes place. Men buy and sell their livestock, which includes camels, cows, sheep and goats. The women go to the stalls, full of bracelets, clothes, textiles and fabrics. A camel race starts off the festival, with music, songs and exhibitions to follow. Between these events, the most waited for is the test of how the camel is able to bring the items. Overnight at hotel.

Day 09         PUSHKAR – JODHPUR BY SURFACE 200 KMS / 04 HRS
Breakfast at hotel. Leave for Jodhpur by surface. Upon arrival transfer to Hotel Afternoon: Later: visit the impressive Mehrangarh Fort (meaning Majestic Fort) is one of the largest forts in India. From the top of the fort one can get a bird’s eye view of the old city. You will notice the predominance of blue houses.

Proceed to the Jaswant Thada, an imposing marble cenotaph built in 1899. Umaid Bhawan Palace Museum – A glimpse into Jodhpur’s royal heritage, this museum is housed in a part of the magnificent Umaid Bhawan Palace. It showcases rare photographs, vintage cars, clocks, weapons, and memorabilia of the erstwhile royal family, reflecting the grandeur, history, and architectural brilliance of the palace. At the end of the tour enjoy a short walk through the local and vibrant bazaar of Jodhpur. Overnight at Hotel.

Day 10         JODHPUR – Ranakpur – UDAIPUR BY SURFACE 270 KMS / 05 HRS.
Breakfast at hotel. Leave for Udaipur enroute visiting Ranakpur “famous for Jain Temples with intricate carvings”. Upon arrival transfer to hotel.

Overnight at the hotel.

Day 11         UDAIPUR
Breakfast at the hotel. Morning: City tour of Udaipur to visit the City Palace, built in 1725, which houses the Dilkhush Mahal, Sheesh Mahal-studded with glittering Belgium Mirrors, Moti Mahal and the Palace of Lord Krishna all of which are ornately decorated. Later visit the Jagdish Temple. This temple built in 1651 is dedicated to Lord Vishnu, the preserver in the Hindu Trinity of Gods. Also visit the Sahelion Ki Bari gardens and fountains. Later drive around the Fatehsagar Lake.

Evening: Boat Ride at Lake Pichola.

Overnight at Hotel.

Day 12         UDAIPUR – DELHI BY FLIGHT AI1820-1400/1530 HRS,
LEAVE DELHI
Breakfast at the hotel. In time transfer to the Airprot to board the flight for Delhi.

Upon arrival remain in transit to board the flight for onward destination.

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