Travelling From Delhi to Pushkar

After a hectic week, the weekend calls for a relaxing getaway that can rejuvenate your energy. If you want a not-so-tiring trip to a nearby destination then a trip to Pushkar from Delhi is a no-brainer. This getaway offers mesmerising views of picturesque temples and beautiful lakes surrounding the small town. However, a trip to Pushkar is incomplete without a visit to Ajmer, as the cities are not too far from each other.

Pushkar is a small town in Rajasthan located a few hours away from Jaipur. It is a quaint destination surrounded by lakes on three sides and dunes on one side. It offers breathtaking views of quaint architecture built centuries ago with ancient temples that give the city a pious vibe. On the other hand, Ajmer is home to the famous pilgrimage Dargah Sharif, the tomb of Sufi Saint Khwaja Moinuddin Chisti and surrounded by the Aravalli Mountains, which offers a pleasant view to its visitors.

If this is enough to convince you of your short trip from Delhi to Pushkar, then have a look at this Ajmer-Pushkar Itinerary for 2 days so you can have a comfortable outing.

How to Reach Pushkar?


Pushkar is easily accessible from all traditional routes. During your trip from Delhi to Pushkar, you can travel by air, train, bus or car, whichever suits you best.

If you wish to travel in the shortest time possible, taking a flight to Jaipur International Airport from Delhi is the fastest option. You can take a cab to Pushkar from the airport, finishing your travel in approximately 4 hours.

If you wish to travel by bus to Pushkar, your travel time will be about 9 hours. Travelling by bus is convenient as you can find many government and private buses from which you can choose the most comfortable one.

Pushkar town settled around a blue lake
person sitting on a rock while smoking

If you are looking for a cheaper option to travel to Pushkar, then Indian Railways comes to your aid as many trains are available from Delhi to Pushkar with flexible timings. It takes nearly 11 hours to reach Pushkar from Delhi, leaving you enough time to follow your Pushkar itinerary.

If you don’t like any of these options, then a road trip will be the obvious choice. Many cabs and rental cars are available from Delhi to Pushkar, with a choice of hiring a driver or renting a car to drive yourself.

Itinerary

As Pushkar and Ajmer are famous for weekend getaways from Delhi, a 2-day itinerary is enough to cover most tourist places in both towns. Here is a list of things you can do in Pushkar and Ajmer during your trip to explore the colours of Rajasthan.

Day 1

Pushkar is known for being home to the only Brahma Temple in the world, attracting many visitors from across the globe. It is one of the major tourist attractions in Pushkar, among other temples. On your first day in Pushkar, you can visit the Brahma temple, the Savitri temple and many other temples lined by the ghats around the lakes. After the temple visits, you can have a relaxing time watching the sun going down on one of the ghats of the lakes.

a lake surrounded by a small town
person sitting with colourful puppets

If you are visiting Pushkar in October-November, a must-visit is the Pushkar Camel Fair, where cattle are traded. This fair is one of the major attractions in Pushkar, as you can explore music, dance and culture. If you appreciate the local culture, this fair will give you an idea about the local folk musicians and dancers.

In the vibrantly decorated market, you can shop for different handicrafts. Make sure to shop for rosewater, gulkand and other rose products that are specialities in the market.

End of the day, you can have a relaxing stay at Ananta Spa and Resort, Pushkar, which offers luxurious and comfortable accommodations with facilities and amenities to provide you with the best stay experience. At Ananta Spa & Resorts, we proffer a perfect amalgamation of old-age charm and new-age luxury. As we stand proudly amongst the best 5-star resorts in Pushkar, we welcome guests from across the world to cherish them with our hospitality.

Day 2

Ajmer will be the second stop on your trip. The travel from your hotel to Ajmer is about 15 km. There are multiple public transportation options like a bus or train, or you can take a rented car as mentioned before.

The first to see is the Ajmer Sharif Dargah. The Dargah contains the tomb of Khwaja Moinuddin Chisti and is visited by many pilgrims worldwide. After the Dargah, you can stop by the Ana Sagar lake, an artificial lake built by Anaji Chauhan from where it gets its name.

While planning your trip, make sure to travel after the extreme summer months of April to June to avoid getting sunburnt in the heat of North India.

an ancient architecture near a lake