Festival of Colorful India

India is a land of festivals, where people from different religions coexist harmoniously. The wide variety of festivals celebrated in India is a true manifestation of its rich culture and traditions. There are many Indian festivals and celebrations, the most exciting of which are mentioned below. While the celebrations happen all over the year, October till January is the time when the country can be seen at its vibrant best.

India is one country where every religion and community celebrates their culture. There are festivals of India state wise, religion-based, and community-wise. So, every day is a new celebration in this country. You also enjoy lots of Gazetted holidays that gives you an opportunity to plan a trip across the country.

To give you a fair idea about all the festivals, here is a piece of information that would prove essential for you! It will also tell you about the importance of the famous festivals of India!

Diwali: The Grand Festival Of Lights

Diwali, one of the most prominent Hindu festivals of India, is celebrated with a lot of pomp and show. During this festival of lights, houses are decorated with clay lamps, candles, and Ashok leaves. People wear new clothes, participate in family puja, burst crackers, and share sweets with friends, families, and neighbors. It is the most popular festival in India.

Significance: The festival marks the return of Lord Rama, along with his wife Sita and brother Lakshmana, after a long exile of 14 years.

Key attractions: Homes decorated with fancy lights, candles and clay lamps, bustling shops and markets, and fireworks and crackers

When: The darkest new moon night of Kartik month of the Hindu lunisolar calendar, which corresponds to mid-October – mid-November as per the Gregorian calendar

Where: All over the country

Diwali 2020: 14th November

Holi: The Vibrant Festival Of Colors

Also known as the festival of colors, holi is one of the famous festivals of India, celebrated with a lot of fervor across the country. On the eve of Holi, people make huge Holika bonfires and sing and dance around it. On the day of Holi, the famous festival of Indian states, people gather in open areas and apply dry and wet colors of multiple hues to each other, with some carrying water guns and colored water-filled balloons. It tops the charts of 10 famous festivals in India as it is celebrated all across the world with happiness.

Significance: It signifies the victory of good (Prince Prahlad) over evil (Holika) and the arrival of spring.

Key attractions: Holika bonfire, playing with colors, and bhang thandai

When: Full moon (Purnima) of the Phalgun month of the Hindu lunisolar calendar, which corresponds to the month of March of the Gregorian calendar

Where: Almost all over the country; most vibrant celebrations can be seen in North Indian states

Holi: March, 2021

Pushkar – Camel Festival (The Cattle Trading Fest)

Taking place in Pushkar every year, this is one of the most interesting festivals in India. When the sandy floors of Pushkar are covered with camels, it is truly a sight to behold. This is that one festival that one should witness when looking for some ancient and old traditional-style Indian celebrations. Initially, the festival was celebrated to attract the local camel and cattle traders to do business during the holy Kartik Purnima festival.

Significance: Celebrated as the holy day for cattle and camel traders to do business.
Key attractions: On this day, camel and cattle traders get together to do business on the holy Kartik Purnima festival, camel activity, dance, painting, culture, and lots of amazing things.
When: 22nd to 30th November
Where: Pushkar, Rajasthan

ITINERARY

A .Golden Triangle with Diwali Festival

8 Nights – 9 days

Delhi (1N) – Agra (1N) – Ranthambhore (2N) – Jaipur (3N) – Delhi (1N)

Hotel – 4 stars or NL similar – 2000 USD/Pax on double sharing T&C apply

Hotel – 5 stars or NL similar – 2500 USD/Pax on double sharing T&C apply

B .Golden Triangle with Holi Festival

8 Nights – 9 days

Delhi (1N) – Agra (1N) – Ranthambhore (2N) – Jaipur (3N) – Delhi (1N)

Hotel – 4 stars or NL similar – 2000 USD/Pax on double sharing T&C apply

Hotel – 5 stars or NL similar – 2500 USD/Pax on double sharing T&C apply

C .Golden Triangle with Camel Festival

8 Nights – 9 days

Delhi (1N) – Agra (1N) – Ranthambhore (2N) – Pushkar (2N) – Jaipur (2N) – Delhi

Hotel – 4 stars or NL similar – 2000 USD/Pax on double sharing T&C apply

Hotel – 5 stars or NL similar – 2500 USD/Pax on double sharing T&C apply

*The suggested itineraries just give you some inspiration idea for what is in offer for now,

 You are totally free for customization as per your choice destination, interest and budget.

Complimentary inclusions

• English Speaking Travel Concierge for Entire Trip
• Indian Homemade cooking class.
• City Walk with Tuk – Tuk

Inclusions:

• All activities mentioned in itinerary and guided tours.
• Monuments Entrance & professional guide fees.
• All expenses related to the vehicle and driver allowances.
• 02 exclusive/ shared Jungle drive in wild Ranthambhore tiger reserve in an open top Gypsy.
• Hotels with their meal inclusions as per your package plan.
• All private transfers in air-conditioned Car within cities and between cities as attached above.
• Wi-Fi Connectivity.

Exclusions:

• Wine/ tobacco, spa and personal expenses.
• Domestic or International flights.
• Laundry/ Local or International Calls.
• Still / Video camera fees.
• 5% GST on published offer.

Please note:

• This offer is per person on double sharing basis.
• Hotels standard check in time is 1400 hrs & Check out time is 1100 hrs.
• Rooms for early check in / late check-out will be subject to the availability.