PUSHKAR TOUR

Ostensibly the PUSHKAR MELA (fair) is an annual trade and selling of camels, horses and other livestock. But there is more to it than just livestock.

The Pushkar Camel Fair is a veritable cultural phenomenon featuring folk dances, music events, puppet shows, snake charming, animal races and parades, handicrafts, textiles and relentless revelry and celebrations.

The event is an exciting celebration of the region’s culture that you cannot miss out on.

Pushkar is a lake town. The town derives its life and nourishment from the serene Pushkar Sarovar Lake, which is believed to have been created by LORD BRAHMA. However, as you venture out into the outskirts, the infinite Thar Desert stretches on and on for hundreds of miles.

A luxurious stay at a cozy dune camp is one immersion that you have to treat yourself. The desert in winter is an enchanting place to visit. 

Also known as the Jagatpita Brahma Mandir, this very sacred temple located close to the shores of the Pushkar Lake is dedicated to the creator-god BRAHMA and is perhaps the most important of the few Brahma temples in all of India.

The sanctum holds the image of the four-headed Brahma and his consort GAYATRI DEVI. A visit to this 14-th century temple with a distinct red pinnacle (Shikhara) and a bird motif is an absolute must in Pushkar.

Like the Ganga Aarti ritual which is carried out at sunset on the Ghat embankments of the holy river in Varanasi, an Aarti ceremony to honor the holy lake is carried out at the Varah Ghat of Pushkar Lake which is attended by thousands of devotees and visits every evening.

Priests chant incantations from the holy scripture. Rose petals are released into the water. Incense sticks are burnt and bells are rung to create a serenading spiritual experience that is worth watching.

As an ancient continuously inhabited town, Pushkar’s landscape is dotted with a treasure trove of heritage temples, Gurudwaras and landmarks. A heritage walk or a private stroll through the old town is an immersive cultural experience.

On the walk, you will witness the Brahma Temple, the Varaha Temple, Savitri Temple, Rangji Temple and Gurudwara Sahib Pushkar.

Surrounded by the Aravalli range of mountains, the Pushkar region nestled on the side of the lake is a soothing oasis of calm, beauty and historical charm.

To make the most out of your Pushkar experience, we recommend a serene stay at one of the lakeside resorts, offering rejuvenating treatments, yoga classes and breathtaking views of Pushkar Lake.

The GHATS (embankments) of the Pushkar Lake are a beautiful sight to enjoy a sunset but we also recommend our exclusive sunset soiree on a terrace at a heritage building overlooking the lake and the lush green Aravalli hills.

People-watching from that vantage point and witnessing religious activity come to a peaceful end for the day from your perch —with a refreshing drink in the backdrop of the golden twilight sun— is such a calming experience.

Another of our bespoke experiences that is well worth investing an afternoon into is an authentic Rajasthani cooking masterclass conducted by an expert traditional chef.

‘Spice up’ your dinner table by learning how to put together sumptuous Rajasthani Laas Maas (red meat in spicy sauce), Dal Baati Churma (lentil curry with sweet crushed wheat topping), Ker Sangri (a veg dish made with dried desert beans and berries) and Gatte ki Vabzi (a mixed vegetable dish).

Sunsets and sunrises in the THAR DESERT are magical. We recommend you experience both. We organize a bespoke early-bird camel safari with a champagne breakfast for you to enjoy the desert in style.

Watching the sand particles gleam as the sun rises high into the sky is a surreal experience.

The ancient temple of Pushkar is home to many ‘Kundli’ readers and astrologers.

Visitors seek guidance from these Kundli readers who consult horoscopes and birth charts to predict, advise and warn about professional and life choices.

We organized for you personalized astrology consultations with the most erudite local masters.

The scenic Pushkar Lake, the quaint little fascinating city surrounding which teems with ancient temples, a desert milieu and the surrounding Aravalli hills all join forces to create a photogenic world perfect for photography.

 Avail our tailored heritage photography experience with a local expert who will guide you to hidden photogenic spots. 

Anywhere you go in Rajasthan, an onslaught of visual, cultural and culinary delights await. While that is great, you are always going to need some unwinding and relaxing.

And, no better way to do that than a serene wellness resort offering pampering spas, treatments and therapies. Our list of luxury accommodations features the best wellness resorts in the region.