Enquire

Call Ampersand

+44 (0)20 7819 9770

Back to Listing

India's Pushkar Camel Fair: November 2019

14 days from £4,450 per person

Begin your trip in the capital of India, Delhi, and explore the bustling streets and markets of this sprawling metropolis before heading south-west to Rajasthan. Begin your tour of the "The Land of Kings" in Jaipur, otherwise known as "The Pink City" where you can see how this city got its name at the Amber Fort. Continue on to Raipur, in the expansive "Badlands of India" where you can take a few days to relax and prepare yourself before the highlight of your trip: The Pushkar Camel Fair. Far more than just a place to buy and sell livestock, this annual event is of both cultural and religious significance.

It all kicks off with a camel race and the tempo continues at a similar pace for the next fortnight, culminating in a day of religious festivity when pilgrims bathe themselves in the holy Pushkar Lake. A photographer's dream, one cannot help but become immersed in the sights, sounds and smells of this frenetic festival. You will not have a moment to rest between browsing the pop-up market stalls and joining in with songs and dancing of the local villagers. In more recent years there has even been a friendly match between the local cricket team and willing tourists, for those who really want to get involved in the action!

Palette suitably wet, you will not be disappointed by what the rest of Rajasthan has to offer... Carry on to Naguar where you can experience rural India without the furore of a huge calendar event. Then on to "The Blue City", Jodhpur, where having explored the local sights you can get close to nature and spend a night amongst the local wildlife with an overnight stay in a desert camp.

This tour is purely a suggested itinerary and can be booked as it is, or alternatively used as a starting point for creating your own perfect bespoke holiday to India. However please be aware that the Pushkar Camel Fair takes place from 4th November until 12th November 2019. If you'd like to see similar trips, take a look at our Epic Journeys and Family Holiday collections, as well as our favourite Festival, Party and Wildlife itineraries.

Itinerary details

14 days from £4,450 per person

Day 1 - In Transit
Fly to Delhi.
Day 2 - The Imperial Hotel - Delhi
Day sightseeing in New and Old Delhi.
Day 3 - Rambagh Palace - Jaipur
Drive to Jaipur. Afternoon visit to the Amber Fort
Day 4 - Rambagh Palace - Jaipur
Full day sightseeing tour. Evening private elephant safari and dinner.
Day 5 - Lakshman Sagar - Raipur
Drive to Raipur. Afternoon at leisure.
Day 6 - Lakshman Sagar - Raipur
Horse safari through the "Badlands of India".
Day 7 - The Orchard Pushkar - Pushkar
Drive to Pushkar. Spend the entire day and evening enjoying the festivities of the Pushkar Camel Fair.
Day 8 - Ranvas - Nagaur
Morning at Pushkar Camel Fair. Drive to Nagaur.
Day 9 - Ranvas - Nagaur
Sightseeing tour of the local area. Afternoon free to explore the town or relax in the Fort.
Day 10 - RAAS Jodhpur - Jodhpur
Half day sightseeing tour of Jodhpur. Afternoon at leisure with car and driver at disposal.
Day 11 - Jodhpur Desert Camp - Jodhpur
Wildlife safari and overnight stay in Desert Camp.
Day 12 - RAAS Jodhpur - Jodhpur
Day at your leisure.
Day 13 - The Leela Palace New Delhi - Delhi
Fly to Delhi. Afternoon sightseeing.
Day 14 - In Transit
Morning flight returning home.

Key

20.593684,78.96288000000004,4

The traveller sees what he sees, the tourist sees what he has come to see.
G. K. Chesterton

Make an Enquiry

We had a wonderful holiday - everything was perfect. Thank you for helping us to make a thoughtful plan to enjoy and make most out of our trip. The places we visited, the guides, the transportation and driver, the hotels selected... Everything was great!
- Jaime Benitez, South India

Without question, you put together the best trip I have ever taken. We were shown around like visiting dignitaries, the hotels were fantastic and the itinerary was just right. Everybody I know will hear about how amazing Ampersand is!
- Leslie Siben, India

So many highlights to choose from! The hotels were amazing but Maya Villa was a highlight… I loved just hanging out in the hammock reading my book and watching the peacocks chase the cows!
- Krista Weir, Sri Lanka

I had a very lovely time and was looked after splendidly. My first visit to India could not have been better, save for being longer! But I shall return at some point and I shall look to you to make the arrangements.
- Matthew Nicklin, North India

I thought the Ampersand team was outstanding. We couldn’t have hoped for anything more.
- Mr Geoffrey Johnson, India

Ampersand’s details preparation, attention to detail and interaction before and during our trip show exactly why good travel agents have a role in today’s internet/direct booking age. Shalmali was a delight to work with – before and during our trip.
- Mr David Wallace, North India

Everything you did for us whilst we were away was hugely appreciated, and Ampersand has been exemplary in every way. I'll always recommend you!
- Mr Richard Stoughton, Sri Lanka

Difficult to articulate just how good the service from you and your team really was. We know you will continue to do well and hope we have the chance to seek your assistance again before long.
- Mr & Mrs Manson, North India