Pushkar Camel Fair Highlight
Pushkar Camel Fair Tour Destination:Â
Delhi → Agra → Jaipur → Pushkar → Mandawa → Delhi
Duration: 09 Days and 08 Nights
Best Time to Visit Pushkar Camel Fair: The best time to visit the Hemis Festival is in July, when it is celebrated on the 10th day of the Tibetan lunar month (usually early to mid-July) at Hemis Monastery in Ladakh.
Pushkar Camel Fair Tour Overview
Every November, the ancient desert town of Pushkar in Rajasthan transforms into the most spectacular gathering on Earth. Nomadic traders in bright turbans lead decorated camel caravans across golden sand dunes. Folk musicians fill the evening air. Acrobats, snake charmers, and Kalbelia dancers perform simultaneously on the fairground. And on the night of the full moon, thousands of oil lamps are set floating on a sacred lake their reflections shimmering across the water as 400,000 people murmur prayers into the desert night.
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This is the Pushkar Camel Fair and there is nothing else like it on Earth.
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In this complete guide, we cover everything international travellers need to know: exact dates, what to expect at the fair, our exclusive 9-day Golden Triangle + Pushkar itinerary, insider tips, and answers to every question we’ve been asked in 47 years of bringing travellers to this magical event
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âž¾ Witness the legendary Pushkar Camel Fair one of the last great traditional livestock fairs on earth
âž¾ Sunrise visit to the Taj Mahal, one of the Seven Wonders of the World
âž¾ Rickshaw ride through the timeless lanes of Old Delhi
âž¾ Explore Agra Fort & the stunning Baby Taj (Itmad-Ud-Daulah)
âž¾ Amber Fort elephant experience & photo stop at the iconic Hawa Mahal
➾ Visit the ghost city of Fatehpur Sikri, built and abandoned by Emperor Akbar
âž¾ City Palace, Jantar Mantar Royal Observatory & the shimmering Jal Mahal in Jaipur
âž¾ Evening stroll through Jaipur’s vibrant bazaars gems, textiles & spices
âž¾ Discover Mandawa’s breathtaking painted Havelis open-air gallery of Shekhawati frescos
âž¾ Traditional Indian welcome with customs, music & immersive cultural experiences
Pushkar Camel Fair Itinerary
Day 1: Arrive Delhi
Arrive at Indira Gandhi International Airport where a India Travel representative will receive you with a traditional welcome. Transfer to your hotel, check in, and rest. Day is free at leisure.
Overnight in Delhi.
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Day 02 : Old Delhi & New Delhi Sightseeing
After breakfast, explore the contrasting worlds of Old and New Delhi. In Old Delhi, visit the grand Jama Masjid, enjoy a rickshaw ride through the bustling lanes of Chandni Chowk, and drive past the iconic Red Fort. In New Delhi, pay respects at Rajghat (Gandhi Memorial), admire India Gate, and visit the historic Qutab Minar.
Overnight in Delhi.
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Day 03 : Delhi to Agra — Agra Fort & Baby Taj
Morning drive to Agra via the Yamuna Expressway. After check-in and lunch, visit the magnificent Agra Fort a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the beautiful Itmad-Ud-Daulah (Baby Taj), the first Mughal structure built entirely in white marble. Evening at leisure with a riverside view of the Taj Mahal at dusk.
Overnight in Agra.
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Day 04 :Taj Mahal Sunrise — Fatehpur Sikri — Jaipur
Rise early for a sunrise visit to the Taj Mahal one of the Seven Wonders of the World, built by Emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his beloved Mumtaz Mahal. Return for breakfast, then check out and drive to Jaipur with a stop at Fatehpur Sikri Emperor Akbar’s magnificent abandoned red sandstone capital (UNESCO World Heritage Site). Arrive Jaipur by evening.
Overnight in Alchi.
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Day 05 : Jaipur — The Pink City
A full day exploring Jaipur’s royal landmarks. Photo stop at the iconic Hawa Mahal (Palace of Winds), then visit the hilltop Amber Fort with its dazzling Hall of Mirrors, the royal City Palace still home to the Jaipur royal family, the ancient Jantar Mantar astronomical observatory (UNESCO World Heritage Site), and the picturesque Jal Mahal rising from Man Sagar Lake. Evening free for shopping in Jaipur’s colourful bazaars.
Overnight in Jaipur.
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Day 06 : Jaipur to Pushkar — Sacred Desert TownÂ
Morning drive through the scenic Aravalli Hills to the holy town of Pushkar one of India’s oldest pilgrimage sites. On arrival, explore the 52 sacred ghats on Pushkar Lake, visit the world’s only Brahma Temple, and stroll through the vibrant Pushkar Bazaar. The town is already buzzing with the early energy of the approaching camel fair.
Overnight in Pushkar.
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Day 07 : Pushkar Camel Fair — The Spectacle of a Lifetime
Today is the highlight of the entire tour. Spend the day at the legendary Pushkar Camel Fair witness over 11,000 decorated camels, horses, and cattle, watch thrilling camel races, enjoy folk performances by Kalbelia dancers, cheer at the turban-tying and longest moustache competitions, and explore the vibrant craft bazaars. In the evening on Kartik Purnima, watch thousands of oil lamps (diyas) float on the sacred Pushkar Lake under the full moon one of the most breathtaking sights in all of India.
Overnight in Pushkar.
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Day 08 : Pushkar to Mandawa — Painted Havelis of Shekhawati
Drive north to Mandawa in the Shekhawati region known as Rajasthan’s open-air art gallery. Explore the town’s extraordinary 18th and 19th-century painted Havelis (merchant mansions) covered in vivid frescos depicting mythological scenes, Mughal motifs, and even early images of trains, cars, and aeroplanes. Also visit Mandawa Fort and the traditional artisan market lanes.
Overnight in Mandawa.
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Day 09 : Mandawa to Delhi — Tour Ends
After breakfast, drive back to Delhi through the Rajasthan countryside. On arrival, transfer to Indira Gandhi International Airport for your onward flight home carrying with you the colours, culture, and memories of an extraordinary Indian journey.
FAQ - Pushkar Camel Fair 2026
A: November 17–24, 2026. The spiritual climax Kartik Purnima full moon falls on November 24.
A: Pushkar, Rajasthan 150 km from Jaipur, 14 km from Ajmer, 400 km from New Delhi.
A: Yes. Our 9 day package includes private transport, English-speaking guides, and all accommodation ideal for first-timers.
The Hindu full moon (Nov 24, 2026) that marks the fair's spiritual peak pilgrims take a holy dip in Pushkar Lake and float oil lamps on the water at night
Yes at least 6 months ahead. Hotels triple in price and sell out completely by October. Book July - September for best rates
Fly into New Delhi (IGI Airport). Our team handles all transfers Delhi to Agra, Jaipur, Pushkar, Mandawa, and back
Light clothes for daytime (25–28°C), a warm jacket for evenings (10–14°C), comfortable shoes, sunscreen, cash in INR, and modest clothing for temples
One of the best in the world. Decorated camels, turbaned traders, Kalbelia dancers, and floating diyas on the lake at full moon — arrive Nov 17–18 for the best light.
Yes the entire town is vegetarian and alcohol-free due to its sacred status. Rajasthani vegetarian food is outstanding
No entry fee for the fairground. Monument entrance fees are included in the India Travel package.