Rajasthan, India
Ajmer is approximately 11-14 kilometers (7-9 miles) from Pushkar. It is a quick and easy journey.
Frequent local buses operate between Pushkar and Ajmer (fares are about ₹20-40). Shared auto-rickshaws are available (₹50-100 per person), or you can hire a private auto-rickshaw (₹200-300). The ride takes about 30-40 minutes.
Beyond Pushkar's immediate sacred lake, the surrounding desert landscape and rural areas offer further exploration.
Longer camel safaris or jeep safaris into the desert offer a more serene and expansive experience away from the town's crowds, showing the true desert environment.
Kishangarh is approximately 45 kilometers (28 miles) from Pushkar. The best way to reach Kishangarh is by taxi, which takes about 1 hour.
Pushkar forms a natural stop in a broader Rajasthan itinerary. Consider adding nearby cities to your trip for a comprehensive experience.
Explore Amber Fort, Hawa Mahal, City Palace, and Jantar Mantar. Add 2-3 days for thorough exploration.
Visit Mehrangarh Fort, Jaswant Thada, and Umaid Bhawan Palace. Wander through charming blue houses. Add 1-2 days.
Discover City Palace, boat rides on Lake Pichola, Jag Mandir, Jagdish Temple, and Saheliyon ki Bari. Add 2-3 days.
Pushkar integrates seamlessly into a broader Rajasthan itinerary. It forms a natural stop in the popular "Golden Triangle with Rajasthan" circuit.
For those seeking a desert experience, a route could include Pushkar, then Jodhpur, followed by Jaisalmer (the Golden City in the heart of the Thar Desert), and finally Bikaner.
Pushkar can be a perfect starting point or a natural stop in a broader Rajasthan itinerary.
Approximately 145 kilometers (90 miles) from Pushkar. Direct buses (both AC and non-AC options) are available from Pushkar or Ajmer. A private taxi takes about 2.5-3 hours.
Approximately 200 kilometers (124 miles) from Pushkar. Direct trains are available from Ajmer. A private taxi takes about 3.5-4 hours.
Approximately 280 kilometers (174 miles) from Pushkar. Direct trains are available from Ajmer. A private taxi takes about 5-6 hours.
Rent a bicycle or scooter and explore the small villages surrounding Pushkar. This authentic glimpse into rural Rajasthani life, local agriculture (especially rose farming), and traditional crafts.
Pushkar integrates seamlessly into a broader Rajasthan itinerary. It forms a natural stop in the popular "Golden Triangle with Rajasthan" circuit, which typically includes Delhi, Agra, and Jaipur.
Ajmer Junction a railway hub. It offers excellent connectivity to most major cities in Rajasthan and beyond.
Good bus connections exist from Ajmer and Pushkar to Jaipur, Jodhpur, and direct buses to Delhi, providing affordable travel.
This option is recommended for exploring Rajasthan. It offers maximum flexibility, comfort, and door-to-door travel for multi-day trips.
Different lengths of stay allow for different depths of exploration in Pushkar. Enhance your trip with Bookable experiences from GetYourGuide.
Witness sunrise at Pushkar Lake, visit Brahma Temple, lunch at a lakeside cafe, explore Old Pushkar Market, take ropeway to Savitri Temple for sunset, dinner at rooftop restaurant.
Day 1: Pushkar Lake, Brahma Temple, sunset aarti. Day 2: Camel safari, cooking class, market. Day 3: Savitri Temple trek, day trip to Ajmer, depart.
Days 1-3: Leisurely Pushkar exploration, yoga/meditation, village cycling. Days 4-7: Extend to Jaipur or Jodhpur for city exploration or an overnight desert camp near Jaisalmer.
Combine Pushkar and Ajmer's landmarks with Jaipur's Amber Fort, City Palace, and Jodhpur's Mehrangarh Fort.
Focus on Pushkar's vegetarian cuisine with cooking classes and street food walks. Extend to Jaipur for diverse Rajasthani thalis.
Immerse in Pushkar Lake's sacred ghats, temple visits, aarti, yoga, and meditation classes or retreats. Consider a local ashram.
