Every November, the sleepy little township of Pushkar in Rajasthan comes alive with a riot of colours and a frenzied burst of activity. The occasion - Pushkar Fair.  Very few, if at all any, fairs in the world can match the liveliness of Pushkar. Most people associate the Pushkar Fair with the world's largest camel fair. But it is much more than that. It is an occasion for villagers from far and near to gather together and enjoy a welcome break from their harsh life of the arid desert. And enjoy they do! In dazzling style and colours.

Highlights include:   

• The ethereal beauty of the Taj Mahal at Sunset

• The deserted red sandstone city of Fatehpur Sikri

• The magnificent 'Pink City' of Jaipur

• An elephant ride to to the Amber Fort - subject to availability

• An overnight stay in an 11th Century Palace restored to its former glory

• Fascinating Pushkar Fair

• The exquisite intricately latticed havelis of Jaisalmer with their conspicuous facades

• A camel ride at sunset in the sand dunes of Sam, outside Jaisalmer

• The beautiful royal city of Jodhpur, with its superb Mahrangah Fort

• Udaipur, the city of lakes, one of the most romantic cities in Rajasthan

• The wonderfully atmospheric hotels used