Walking tour of Pushkar with brunch

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 (beverage excluded) at a local restaurant.

After brunch you will be dropped back at your hotel.