Walking tour of Pushkar
- 3 hours
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- Guided in English
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
On this three-hour tour visit the holy sites of Pushkar that are situated around Lake Pushkar, the center of the town. One of the oldest towns of India, Pushkar is a major pilgrimage site for Hindus and Sikhs. Visit a Gurdwara (Sikh Temple) and the only temple in the world that is dedicated to the Hindu God Brahma, considered to be the Creator of the Universe. Highlights • Visit to a Sikh Gurdwara (temple) • The only temple in the world dedicated to the Hindu God Brahma • Lake Pushkar and the temples around it
Inclusions
What's included
- Bottled water
- 02 bottles of mineral water per person
- Local English speaking guide
- Transport by private air-conditioned vehicle
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off
What's not
- Food and drinks, unless specified
- Gratuities
Itinerary
You will be picked up from your hotel in Pushkar and taken first to a Gurdwara. Take part in the prayers and observe the priest as he reads out loud from the Guru Granth Sahib, the holy book of the Sikhs. Next visit the Brahma Temple, made of marble and decorated with silver coins. A marble statue of the Sun God stands guard at the entrance to the temple.
There are several other 18th century temples that are situated around the lake. Take part in a ceremony which pays homage to one’s forefathers at the holy Lake Pushkar along with a traditional Indian fire ritual called ‘havan’. Then walk around the nearby bazaars and take a look at the colorful wares on display. You will find a host of items from perfumes and trinkets to articles used in religious prayers and offerings. Pushkar is famous for its rose cultivation and is also known as the ‘Rose Garden of Rajasthan’. You might want to pick up a bottle of the famous rose perfume. There are also specialized shops that sell fabrics for the ubiquitous Rajasthani turban. The friendly storekeepers will gladly help you tie one around your head. At the end of the tour, enjoy brunch (own expense) at a local restaurant. After brunch you will be dropped back at your hotel.
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Know before you go
- Meeting point
- We will pick up traveler from their hotels / fixed point within city center.
- Pickup
- Pickup is offered, or you can meet at the starting point.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operated by
- SITA World Tours
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Adult pricing applies to all travelers.
- Children under 15 must be accompanied by an adult.
- Not recommended for pregnant women and people with back problems.
How it compares in Pushkar
- Its from-price is 361% above the median of the 40 experiences we list in Pushkar.
- Its length is typical for the group.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
About Pushkar
Pushkar is a small holy town in Rajasthan built around a sacred lake, with a rare temple to Brahma, hilltop shrines and a famous camel fair.
Pushkar lies in the Aravalli hills of Rajasthan, in a desert valley beside a small lake that Hindus hold sacred. Fifty-two bathing ghats and many temples surround the water, and pilgrims bathe on the full-moon night of Kartik. The Brahma temple here is one of very few in India dedicated to the creator god.
Top-ranked sights in Pushkar: Pushkar Lake, Pushkar Brahma Temple, Savitri Temple.
