8 Days - Pushkar Camel Fair Itinerary India
The Golden Triangle with Pushkar Fair is an amazing opportunity to explore the wonderful architectural gems of India with the extravagant Pushkar camel fair. It is a ‘7 Nights and 8 Days’ tour that will take you through several places such as Agra, Jaipur, Pushkar, and Delhi. You will get to visit massive Mughal era architectural wonders in Agra. Explore the old, and new charm of the Delhi city while enjoying a rickshaw ride.
In Rajasthan, the grand royal palaces, temples, and forts will put you in amazement, and in the sacred town of Pushkar, you will explore the prominent Brahma temples. Also, while you stay in this city, you will witness one of the world’s largest camel fairs as Pushkar Fair.
Day 01 : Arrival in Delhi :When you arrive at Delhi Airport, you will meet our representative. After a warm welcome, he will take you to a pre-booked hotel. You can relaxthroughout the day. Overnight stay is planned at hotel.
DAY 02 : Delhi – Agra (Approx. 233 Km / 4 Hrs)
After having breakfast, you will drive to Agra city. On checking into the hotel, you will visit the“Agra Fort” that is also listed as a UNESCO World Heritage in Agra. This red sandstone fort was built in the sixteenth century and has been the primary residence of the Mughal emperors, and comprise of beautiful palaces, halls, and mosques.
In the evening, you will visit one of the seven wonders on this Earth “Taj Mahal”. Its mesmerizing view at the sunset will surely amaze you. Built-in 17th century, this tomb is made by Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan as a symbol of eternal love. Your overnight stay is planned at the Agra hotel.
DAY 03 : Agra – Jaipur (Approx. 240 Km / 5 Hrs)
After having breakfast, you will drive to Jaipur. On this route, you will visit a small ancient fortified Mughal town “Fatehpur Sikri”. Built-in the 16th century, this ancient city had been the capital of the Mughal Empire.
The complex comprises of Panch Mahal palace, and Diwan-i-Khas that is known for its beautifully carved pillars at the center. Continue driving to Jaipur city. Check into the hotel upon arrival.
DAY 04 :Jaipur
After your breakfast, begin your exploration in Jaipur city. Take an elephant ride to the mighty Amber Fort, that is another UNESCO World Heritage site. This is a seventeenth-century ornated palace, that was made out of yellow, and pink colored sandstone, and marble.
In the afternoon, you should drive to the very popular “Hawa Mahal” or “Palace of Winds”. Explore the ‘pink city’ by visiting Jantar Mantar observatory, and City Palace that was constructed in the 18th century by Jaipur’s Maharaja Jai Singh II. Your overnight stay is planned at the hotel in Jaipur.
DAY 05 :Jaipur – Pushkar (Approx. 147 Km / 3 Hrs & 30 Min)
After your breakfast, you will check-out of the hotel. You will head towards Pushkar city. After having lunch, you will visit the popular and the highly sacred places the Pushkar Lake, and Brahma Temple. The temple is believed to be around two thousand years old.
It has been the only key shrine to the Hindu deity Brahma. A large number of devotees gather to visit the holy Pushkar Lake to take a dip in it and attain salvation. Your overnight stays in planned at Pushkar hotel.
DAY 06 :Pushkar – Pushkar Fair
On this day, you will visit the most-awaited and the most popular Pushkar Camel Fair. Held for a period of seven days in October and November, this is an annual camel, and livestock fair. It is touted to be the largest cattle fair in the world.
Here, you will experience several activities such as hot air ballooning, a camel cart ride, enjoy watching a few competitions like turban tying competition, best-dressed camels, mustache competition, folk dance, and music and a few other interesting activities.
Spend your day visiting the vibrant Pushkar Fair. Enjoy a colorful display of distinctive exhibitions, fascinating events, and exciting competitions. Return back to the hotel in the evening.
DAY 07 :Pushkar – Delhi (Approx. 412 Km / 8 Hrs)
After having breakfast at hotel, you will leave for Delhi. Check into the hotel. Spend time in relaxing at the hotel.
DAY 08 :Delhi Sightseeing – Departure
After your breakfast at the hotel, you will begin your sightseeing tour of Delhi city. Start off with visiting old Delhi monuments such as Jama Masjid that was built in 1656. It has a massive courtyard that can easily accommodate 25,000 devotees at one time. Later, you will visit the oldest and the biggest market in Old Delhi as “Chandni Chowk”.
Enjoy a rickshaw ride from the famous Fatehpuri Masjid to the brilliant red sandstone structure “Red Fort”. Later in the private ac vehicle, you will drive to Raj Ghat, that is known to be the cremation site of the highly revered leader of India – “Mahatma Gandhi”.
Next, you will visit a UNESCO World Heritage Site named “Humayun’s Tomb” that was built in 1565, and represents fine Mughal architecture. This tomb is believed to be the inspiration behind the construction of the Taj Mahal.
Later, you will visit Rashtrapati Bhawan, India Gate, and Parliament House. This is followed by a visit to another UNESCO World Heritage Site, “Qutub Minar”. Built-in 1193, this tower is the representation of the victory of the Islamic ruler Qutub-ud-din-Aibak. This red sandstone and marble structure are around 73 meters tall. After sightseeing, you will be dropped to the airport.