Pushkar Fair, also known as the Pushkar Camel Fair, is held in the town of Pushkar in November at the time of Kartik Purnima. This traditional carnival brings thousands of camels, cattle, and horses together. This is a seven-day colorful, unique exhibition that attracts many tourists from all over the world. Apart from trading livestock, the main attractions of the fiesta are camel and horse races, cultural performances, exhibitions, magic shows, the longest mustache competition, bridal competition, and much more. Besides, this fair is renowned for being one of the world’s largest cattle fairs.
The Pushkar Fair is celebrated every year on the holy Kartik Purnima. The full moon day in the Hindu lunar month of Kartik has been known to be very propitious. Pilgrims from far and wide come to take a dip in the holy waters of the Pushkar Lake and pray to Lord Brahma. In addition, during the winter, the Pushkar Camel Fair takes place when the weather is far more soothing than the blazing heat of the summer months. Visitors can stroll for long hours without feeling fatigued or tired. The rolling dunes, the vibrant ambiance, and the festive colors embrace one and all.
Pushkar Fair will be celebrated from 9th November 2024 to 15th November 2024.
Pushkar Camel Festival is celebrated in the small town of Pushkar. This holy town is located in the state of Rajasthan on the edge of the Thar Desert.
Camels, known as the Ship of the Desert, can be witnessed in large numbers at the Pushkar Festival 2024. The camels are dressed in colorful garbs, washed, and ornamented with clothes, jewelry, silver bells, bangles, and other finery. They are adorned at their best and are paraded around for all to see. There is even a Camel Beauty Contest organized at the festival.
Camel Races- You can enjoy camel races along with many competitions, dance shows, and the trade of cattle. There is one exciting contest that turns the camel into a clown car. Numerous people climb aboard until the camel starts bucking vigorously to get people down from its humps.
Souvenirs stalls- There is a massive inflow of pilgrims, camel traders, and tourists. At the Pushkar Fair, you can purchase goodies from the local marts and bazaars set up for a few days. Brassware, Rajasthani garments, cloth pieces, and camel saddles can be bought from these markets as souvenirs. In addition, women can get attractive jewelry for themselves.
Jewelry for Women- Since the fair is held in the small town of Pushkar, rural jewelry is on display. Rajasthani women love to ornament themselves with chunky silver jewelry in beautiful designs in this part of the land. However, if you are an affinity for gold jewelry, you can choose from the traditional forms of rakhri, gajra, jod, Bala, gokhru, bajubandh, and timaniyan on exhibit.
Famous Rajasthani things- The Pushkar Mela has Rajasthani-style pottery and necklaces made out of glass beads sourced from Nagpur, Jodhpuri printed textiles, and other goods sourced from Ajmer. The cattle traders and farmers are the potential customers for saddles and leather whips. It is a fascinating sight and an excellent opportunity to witness the colors, aromas, and mood of an old traditional-style Indian festival. You will find musicians, dancers, acrobats, magicians, snake charmers, rides, and food stalls to entertain the guests. The festival highlights are temple dancing, folk and classical music, and an arts and crafts bazaar. The mustache competition is one of the significant highlights where menfolk compete for the award for their facial tresses and is definitely worth witnessing. Experience the best of this camel fair with our Pushkar Fair tour packages. Go for a hot air balloon ride and witness the spectacle of the camel fair from up in the sky. There are tour companies that offer exhilarating hot-air balloon flights over Pushkar. Savor the beautiful sight of the desert landscape in the early sunrise hour or any time of the day. An International Hot Air Balloon Festival is also organized during the fair.
Look at the things to do at Pushkar Camel Fair for a lovely experience -
These camps combine the pleasures of camping amidst luxury. An example is a tented accommodation at the Sky Waltz Camp, which offers air-conditioned and non-air-conditioned options for a glamping stay at Pushkar Fair. The other major attraction is the stunning performances by eminent fusion maestros from around the world.
Enjoy hot air ballooning at the Pushkar Fair. Watching the buzzing activities from above will give you an experience like no other. This thrilling activity is one of the top reasons to visit the Pushkar Fair. Further, one can indulge in a number of adventurous activities like paramotors, quad biking, and horse riding.
A cattle fair is one of the major highlights of the Pushkar Festival in Rajasthan. Cattle owners bring their livestock – camels, horses, cows, goats, and sheep; all dressed in colorful attire to be sold and purchased.
Take beautiful handicrafts from the Pushkar Camel Fair home with you. During the event, a number of makeshift stalls are set up that sell items ranging from saddle straps, saddles, and beads to strings of cowries. The fair is also attended by women in large numbers who can also find a gamut of traditional silver ornaments, bead necklaces from Nagpur, garments of patchwork, printed textiles from Ajmer, and traditional footwear.
The elevated sitting arena allows visitors to be seated in a special tent viewing gallery equipped with all the modern amenities. It’s marked by hundreds of brightly adorned camels and horses mounted by riders clad in vibrant traditional Rajasthani attire.
Besides all the camel races, stalls, and food, Pushkar Fair also has a strong religious association. A large group of pilgrims visits Pushkar Lake to mark the importance of this event while the temple city buzzes with religious activities.
The Harmony Half Marathon is one of the best things to do at Pushkar Mela. Held during the Pushkar Fair, the run starts from Dargah Ajmer Sharif and ends at the Pushkar Stadium Ground.
This well-crafted 7 Days Pushkar Fair tour package offers an exciting opportunity to marvel at India's history, traditions, and vibrant culture. By choosing this Pushkar Fair tour package, you will experience exotic holidays in Delhi, Agra, Pushkar, and Jaipur. A tastefully crafted itinerary takes you to the famous cities and the essential corners of the golden triangle circuit. Apart from it, you will soak in the divine aura of a sacred town famous for its Pushkar Camel Fair. Throughout the tour, you will explore the popular attractions and cherish a unique and relaxing holiday experience. Note: It is a suggested itinerary that showcases what could be possible during this trip of 7 days. Feel free to modify the tour as per your traveling preferences and style.
Day 1 Arrival in Delhi
Upon arrival at the Delhi airport, receive a warm welcome from our tour representative, who will help you with a guided transfer to the pre-decided hotel. After reaching, complete the check-in formalities and enjoy the rest of the day leisurely. Then, you can stroll the nearby places from your hotel on your own. Finally, enjoy an overnight stay at the hotel.
Savor a hearty breakfast and get ready for the Delhi sightseeing tour. First, explore the ancient monuments such as Jama Masjid, which is reckoned as the largest mosque in Asia, and Red Fort, a historic fort made up of red sandstone. Post this, visit the Gandhi memorial and India Gate, a war memorial of martyrs who lost their lives during the First World War. Next, drive past the Parliament House – the circular colonnaded building with many committee rooms, ministerial offices, and an excellent library. Your next stopover will be at the Humayun's Tomb, a majestic memorial built in memory of Emperor Humayun. Satiate your hunger with delicious lunch and hit the road to Agra. After approximately 4 hours, reach the hotel and complete the check-in formalities. An overnight stay is planned at the hotel.
Start the day with a hearty breakfast and head towards the iconic Taj Mahal. Later, visit the Agra Fort, a vast 16th-century fortress and another UNESCO World Heritage Site in the city. After exploring these famous attractions, you will savor a delicious lunch. A drive follows this to Jaipur, the Pink City. There will be a halt en route at the Fatehpur Sikri. You will explore significant city highlights, including Salim Chishti's Tomb, Jama Masjid, Panch Mahal, etc. Once done with exploring the town, resume your drive towards Jaipur. Arrive and check in at the hotel.
BOAT TOUR: Please note that this Boat ride totally depends upon the water level at the river during that point in time and it’s totally subject to availability, weather conditions, securities rule, etc. on that particular day. If a Boat ride is not possible, enjoy the sunrise from Mehtab Bagh.
In the morning, relish a delicious breakfast. Post this, and get ready for a joy ride on the elephant at the Amer Fort. Perched on a high hill, the fort is a scenic marvel. While returning, admire the awe-inspiring sight of the Jal Mahal, a mesmerizing palace situated amidst the Man Sagar Lake.
Next, you will visit City Palace, which consists of the Mubarak Mahal, Chandra Mahal, and other courtyards and towers. Jantar Mantar is another highlight of the city. The Royal Observatory is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and consists of nineteen architectural astronomical instruments. Finally, drive past the Hawa Mahal, the palace of winds painted in pink. Return to your hotel after lunch. Spend the rest of the day doing leisurely activities. An overnight stay is scheduled in the hotel.
Day 5 of the Golden Triangle with Pushkar Tour begins with a delectable breakfast. Subsequently, enjoy a road trip to Pushkar, which is approximately 145 km away from Jaipur.
Upon arrival at Pushkar, you will be transferred to the pre-decided hotel.
Then, enjoy a mouth-watering lunch and enjoy the rest of the day leisurely. Finally, reach the hotel for an overnight stay and a delicious dinner.
After having your breakfast, you will visit the must-visit attractions in Pushkar. First, you will start sightseeing by visiting Pushkar Lake's famous attraction.
Next, you will move forward to Brahma Temple – the Jagatpita Brahma Mandir is one of the few temples of Lord Brahma.
In addition, you will visit various other ghats and temples. If time permits, you can pay a visit to Meera Bai Temple, one of the prime tourist attractions. Enjoy an overnight stay at the hotel.
This is the last day of this Pushkar Fair tour. After breakfast, ride towards Delhi, about an 8 hours drive from Pushkar.
Upon reaching Delhi, have your dinner at the City Restaurant, and from there, you will be transferred to the Airport to catch your flight for your onward destination.