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11 km from Ajmer, in Rajasthan, on the edge of the desert lies the tiny tranquil town
of Pushkar along the bank of the picturesque pushkar lake an important pilgrimage spot for the Hindus.The 'Nag pahar' or the snake
mountain forms a natural boundary between Ajmer and Pushkar. Surrounded by hills on three sides, Pushkar abounds in temples.
Of these the most famous is the Brahma temple - the only temple dedicated to Lord Brahma in the country.The lake has a mythological
significance associated with it. According to myth, Lord Brahma was on his way to search for a suitable place to perform a "Yagna'
(a fire sacrifice) while contemplating, a lotus fell from his hand on the warth and water sprouted from three places. One of them was
Pushkar where Lord Brahma performed his yagna. The holy lake has 52 ghats and piligrim taking a ritual dip in the lake is a common
sight. Every year thousands of devotees throng the lake around the full moon day of Kartik Purnima in October November to take a
holy dip in the lake. A huge and colourful cattle fair the pushkar fair, is also held during this time.Dance music and colourful shops
spring up during this fair. Also on sale are mouth-watering traditional delicacies. Colourfully attired village folk enhance the fun
of the occasion. A host of cultural event against the backdrop of this pretty setting are also organised including
attractive puppet shows. Cattle auction and camel races are also a part of the festivities.

17th - 24th November, 2007
The Pulsating beats of vivid images of Pushkar brings alive the rich tradition of Rajasthan enhancing the glory of the golden sand.
Spectacular Fair Ground in the month of Kartik with bedecked Camels, decorated cattles, adventures competitions, breathtaking events,
jostling rustic crowd, meditating sadhus, holy dip, vivid stalls, exotic fair, colorful desert, so typical, so obvious, It can be nothing else
but Pushkar Fair. An amalgamation of a marvellous juxtaposition of commerce and devotion, Pushkar Fair, a lifetime experience in the
very holy land. The fair in conjunction with having religious entity is famous for its Cattle Fair, Camels, Horses, Donkeys, Bulls, etc
are bought, sold, beautified, raced and paraded on the sand. In fact, the fair is predominantly a rural gathering, where villagers
from different parts of the state of Rajasthan, comes with their animals and lakes are flooded with the pilgrims for the Holy baths.
The evenings are possessed with its own charm, lighted diyas creates a spectacular view on the scared lake. The silent night pierced
by camel calls, folk lores, dramas and heart throbbing beats of folk music and dances.The fair attracts a great number of tourists from
far and wide. The fair grounds reverberate with festivity, as rows of make shift stalls display a bewildering array items. Body
tattooing is yet another favorite activity. The profusion of colors that run riot in the desert sand, the glee and the contagious
enthusiasm of the village folk are a unique experience for every visitor. Moreover it gives the visitor an opportunity
to experience other destiantions of this Princly State of Rajasthan.

USD 899 PER PERSON ON TWIN SHARING BASIS
THE PUSHKAR "MELA"

08 Nights/ 09 Days DELHI/ JAIPUR/ AJMER/ PUSHKAR/ AGRA/ FATHEPUR SIKRI/ DELHI

DAY 01 - 19 Nov

ARRIVE DELHI

On arrival, meeting, assistance and transfer to PARK hotel.Afternoon proceed for half day guided tour
of New Delhi. The buildings designed by Edward Lutyens, architect of modern Delhi - are truly majestic.
The Presidential Palace, Parliament House and India Gate are all reminiscent of the British “Raj”.
We drive through Delhi’s beautiful tree-lined avenues and the Diplomatic Enclave enroute to the
12th century, 234 foot high fluted minaret of Qutab Minar. Return to hotel for Overnight.

DAY 02 - 20 Nov

DELHI > JAIPUR

Morning after breakfast, depart by surface for the City of Jaipur - an exuberance of colour, dance &
song with traditional arts and crafts. Known as the 'Pink City' is one of India's most well planned cities
with wide straight avenues, roads, streets and lanes in a grid system. A 4 hours drive gets us to this
land of Maharaja's, forts & Palaces and diversity of colours & culture, that is unique to the State of
Rajasthan. On arrival check- in at SAMODE HAVELLI Afternoon sightseeing of the city palace,
palace museum, the Jai Singh's observatory, Hawa Mahal ( Palace of winds) & Albert hall museum.
Return to hotel via Johari Bazar ( Gem Market) & Curio shops. Overnight in hotel.

DAY 03 - 21 Nov

JAIPUR > PUSHKAR

Morning after breakfast, depart by car for Pushkar. Later on arrival at Pushkar, check into
SWISS DLX TENTS Afternoon free to observe fair ground activities. Evening watch cultural
programmes, folk dances, camel races etc. before retiring for Dinner and Overnight.

DAY 04 - 22 Nov

AT PUSHKAR

After breakfast, day at Pushkar Mela. Spend the day walking through the traditional decorated fair
ground and view various activities, like – dance, camel races and many more. Overnight in tents

DAY 05 - 23 Nov

AT PUSHKAR

After breakfast, day at Pushkar Mela. Walk to Brahma Temple, located across the fair grounds, go for
a hot ballon ride, try your hand at body tattoing, consult a local astrologer, watch camels racing,
enjoy cultural dances & let the festive spirits overtake you. Return for overnight in tents

DAY 06 - 24 Nov

PUSHKAR > AJMER > JAIPUR

Early morning visit the bathing ghats of Pushkar, where thousands of pilgrims will take the holy bath.
Today being the last day, fair activities are at its upbeat. Return back to Resort for breakfast and after check
out formalities, proceed by surface for Ajmer - Land of composite culture. It is a popular pilgrimage center
for the Hindus as well as Muslims. On arrival visit the Especially famous Dargah Sharif - Tomb of Sufi
saint Khwaja Moinuddin Chist, with a splendid marble dome in the centre of the second courtyard,
surrounded by a silver platform. In the corner of the inner court of the Dargah, is a magnificent building
known as Shahjhan’s Mosque in white marble with a long (30.5m) and narrow court having low arcade
and delicate carvings with trellis-work. It is the most marvelous of all the sanctums within the sanctuary
of the Dargah.The shrine is next only to Mecca or Median for the Muslims of south Asia. Mughal Emperor
Akbar used to make a pilgrimage to the Dargah from Agra once a year. The Darga is equally revered by the
Hindus and Muslims alike. Also see the Adhai-din-ka-jhonpra: A remarkable structure, this is a
masterpiece of Indo-Islamic architecture located on the outskirts, of the city, just beyond the Dargah.
Later drive back to Jaipur. Reach Jaipur and transfer to SAMODE HAVELI for Overnight stay

DAY 07 - 25 Nov

JAIPUR > FATHEPUR SIKRI > AGRA

After breakfast, visit the magnificient Amer Fort, located outside Jaipur city on a hilltop where you ascend
on Elephant's back to the gates of the Fort. After visit, depart by surface for the Mughal splendour of Agra -
City of Taj. En route stop to visit Fathepur Sikri built in red sandstone, was the political capital of India's
Mughal Empire under Akbar's reign, from 1571 until 1585, when it was abandoned, ostensibly due to lack of
water. Sikri shared its imperial duties as a capital city with Agra, where a bulk of the arsenal, treasure hoards,
and other reserves were kept at its Red Fort for security. During a crisis, the court, harem, and treasury could
be removed to Agra, only 26 miles away, less than a day's march. Built in honor of Sufi saint Salim Chishti
in 1571 by Mughal emperor Akbar, who foretold the birth of 3 sons to the Emperor, is an example of robust
stability combined with originality. Each important edifice here represents a type by itself. Notable among
them are the Diwane Khas, Punch Mahal, the Tomb of Salim Chisti, and the Buland Darwaza. Drive on to
Agra and check-in to JAYPEE PALACE hotel. Balance time at leisure. Overnight in hotel

DAY 08 - 26 Nov

AGRA > DELHI

After breakfast, visit the incomparable Taj Mahal. This monument a fine example of fusion of many
architectural styles is one of the wonders of the modern world. Built in 1652 by Emperor ShahJahan,
It took 22 years and 20,000 skilled artisans to complete this poem in white marble. Next visit Agra Fort
which lies across the River Jamuna. It was here that Aurangzeb the 3rd son of Shah Jahan kept his father
under house arrest, followed by a visit to Itmaudualla, mosoleum built by Queen Noor Jahan in memory
of her parents. Drive on to Delhi , En Route visiting Sikandra, tomb of the Mughal Emperor, Akbar the
Great. Later on arrival check into PARK hotel. Balance time at leisure. Overnight in hotel.

DAY 09 - 27 Nov

DEPART DELHI

After breakfast, proceed for half day guided city tour of Old Delhi. Explore the magnificent Red Fort, built
at the zennith of the Mughal empire in India. The centuries- old international market- place that sprawls
at its feet is still one of Delhi’s most important commercial hubs: Chandni Chowk, or “Moonlight Square”.
Walk through the bustling silver market and the wholesale spice market. The sounds, smells and colors of
the bazaar, and the throngs of people who animate it makes this an unforgettable spectacle. Visit Jumma
Masjid, the largest mosque in Asia and Raj Ghat - final resting place of Mahatma Gandhi, before returning
to hotel to complete Check -out formalities. Afternoon free to explore the exotic markets, boutiques and art
galeries of Delhi. (Vehicle with driver at disposal) . Later in time transfer to the International airport
to connect flight for onward journey ( Room till 12 Noon)

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October & November

USD 899 PER PERSON ON TWIN SHARING BASIS # SINGLE SUPPLEMENT USD 499

Include

Accommodation in AC standard rooms with attached bath, on twin sharing basis, with daily breakfast at all places
Except at Pushkar where accommodation will be in Deluxe Swiss tents & inclusive of all meals.

All surface, including arrival / departure transfers, at all places mentioned in itinerary, by private air-conditioned vehicle

Sightseeing & Excursions as mentioned in the itinerary using private air-condiioned vehicle

Services of Local English Speaking Guide services at all places of visit as mentioned in the itinerary

All presently applicable taxes, including hotel, state, toll, bridges, drivers daily allowance, parking fees at monuments,
airports, etc, insurance of vehicle & gasolineEntrance fees at monuments, forts & other places of visit, including Elephant ride at Amer Fort

All Transfers and Luggage Handling Within India

Professional service charges for preparing & executing the tour program
COST VALIDITY - 30 November 2007

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