India
Delhi, Udaipur, Jodhpur,
Pushkar Jaipur, Agra, Varanasi
Celebrate Diwali – The Festival of Lights
Folk dances of India
Folk Dancing, Folk Music, Culture, History, Art, and Adventure!
When: October 24-November 8, 2027
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October 24, Sunday: ARRIVE DELHI:
Arrive Delhi, city sprawling on the banks of the River Yamuna, the capital of India, which typifies the soul of the country. The grand legacy of the past, survives in many monuments that were left behind by the regents, each a chronicle of the glory of its time and an imprint of each ruler’s character. You will be met, escorted and transferred to your hotel for meals and overnight stay.
October 25, Monday : DELHI
Morning after breakfast, proceed for a “Mughal Historic Heritage Walk” in Old Delhi area. Enroute experience the Delhi metro train to Chawri Bazaar in old Delhi. Board tricycle rickshaw to Khari Baoli (spice market), the market which has been operating since 17th century. Later walk through the lanes of Chandni Chowk area, stopping at the Town Hall, built in 1865. Visit Gurudwara Shishganj Sahib: where the 9th Sikh Guru Teg Bahadur was beheaded during Aurangzeb’s reign. Move on to Ballimaran, past Mirza Ghalib’s Haveli (Museum). Ghalib was the great India poet who wrote in Urdu and Persian. Pass through narrow streets full of shops doing brisk business. Watch how merchandise is sold only in Specific Street as the Indian merchants have long practiced guild trading. Also visit Jama Masjid before boarding the bus to visit Mahatma Gandhi Memorial at Raj Ghat. Later return to the hotel.
Late afternoon, enjoy folk dancing participation & learning at the dance studio. Try your hand with Bollywood, Bhangra, Giddha and different other types of folk dances of India. Bollywood dance is a high-energy, expressive dance style seen in Indian Hindi-language films. It blends traditional Indian classical and folk dances with Western styles like hip-hop, jazz, disco, and contemporary movement. Bhangra: one of the most popular dances of North India, Originally, Punjabis performed Bhangra to celebrate the success of the harvest. Giddha: is Punjab’s most famous folk dance for women. Giddha is a freestyle dance with spontaneous and creative movements displaying the excitement and high-spirited mood of the moment. Later return to the hotel for meals and overnight stay.
October 26, Tuesday : DELHI
Morning proceed for half day city tour of New Delhi – The capital city of modern India, New Delhi, is a well laid-out main metropolitan area built by the British when they moved their capital here from Calcutta in 1911. It blends internationalism and tradition, with many interesting museums and art galleries here. We will drive past the President’s palace and India Gate in the Lutyens’ Imperial City and Qutub Minar and Humayun’s Tomb that pay homage to the mighty Afghan & Mughal Empires.
Afternoon at leisure for own activities. Overnight at the hotel.
October 27, Wednesday : DELHI / UDAIPUR : FLIGHT Indigo : 11.10-12.30 PM
On time transfer to airport to board flight to Udaipur, the “Venice of the East.” This lake city is perhaps the most romantic of all the Indian centers. Arrive and check into hotel. Late afternoon, enjoy boat ride around the Lake Pichola and visit the Jagmandir, an Island Palace on the lake. Overnight at hotel or meals and overnight stay.
October 28, Thursday : UDAIPUR
Morning, proceed for a city tour of Udaipur, visiting City Palace with its numerous buildings, the museum of the local Maharanas (the most powerful Maharajas of Rajasthan) and the majestic 17th century Jagdish temple, dedicated to Vishnu. Later visit Sahelion ki Bari (Royal Garden of Ladies), a majestic garden, known as the Courtyard of Maidens. As the name suggests, it was made for the maidens who accompanied the Princess after her marriage to Maharana Sangram Singh. Afternoon free to explore the city on your own.
Evening enjoy “Dharohar” Dance show at Bhagore Ki Haveli. It features a variety of Rajasthani folk dances, including the Ghoomar, Chari, Bhavai, and Gavri dances, as well as a puppet show. It opens with a brief introduction, drum beating, and conch shell blowing etc. Later return to the hotel for meals and overnight stay.
October 29, Friday : UDAIPUR / JODHPUR via RANAKPUR : DRIVE 6 and half hours : DEEPAWALI CELEBRATIONS !!
Early this morning, after breakfast drive to Jodhpur via Ranakpur, visiting the fabulous 500 year old Jain Temple of Ranakpur. The temple is superbly preserved in perfect condition. The most distinctive features are the 29 halls of the main temple, some octagonal and many more than one story high and over 1,400 beautifully hand carved pillars each distinctively different from other. Later proceed to Jodhpur. Arrive and check into hotel.
Evening: Celebrate Diwali – The Festival of Lights
Experience Diwali, India’s most vibrant festival symbolizing the victory of good over evil and the welcoming of prosperity with the worship of Goddess Lakshmi. Visit a local Indian home to witness how a traditional family celebrates this special occasion. Enjoy the warm festive atmosphere with beautifully decorated homes, illuminated with countless lamps, candles, and twinkling lights across the city. Be a part of the rituals, savor simple yet delicious home-cooked festive cuisine, and interact with your hosts for an authentic cultural exchange. Fireworks are also part of the celebrations, though their use may vary in accordance with local regulations and eco-friendly practices. A truly memorable and immersive cultural experience.
October 30, Saturday : JODHPUR :
Morning visit Mehrangarh Fort built by Maharaja Man Singh to commemorate his victories over Jaipur and Bikaner armies. From the courtyard you will see beautiful latticework that covers the sandstone walls and balconies. See the beautifully decorated Dancing Hall, Royal Bedroom, Jewel-Studded Robes, Ornate Baby Cradles, Silver Elephant Seats and Palanquins. Proceed to Jaswant Thada is a cenotaph located in Jodhpur, in the Indian state of Rajasthan. It was built by Maharaja Sardar Singh of Jodhpur State in 1899 in memory of his father, Maharaja Jaswant Singh II, and serves as the cremation ground for the royal Rajput family of Marwar.
After lunch excursion to Bishnoi Village by Jeep, to learn about their 19 principles. You will meet the village elders and witness an opium ceremony. Famous for pottery, they will demonstrate their skills; if you wish you may participate in the ceremony. Next stop will be at Gudha Village to see Antelopes, Fazelle, Dumessille Crane and much more. Next, visit the Salaws, known for their weaving of magic carpets. Your last stop will be at a Shepherd’s Village; a perfect place to photograph traditional village life. After the tour return to the hotel. Stay overnight at the hotel
October 31, Sunday : JODHPUR / PUSHKAR : DRIVE 6 and half hours
Morning drive overland to Pushkar, the only city in the world with a Brahma temple. Arrive and check into hotel. Later visit Brahma temple dedicated to Lord Shiva. Also visit the serene Pushkar lake which is surrounded by temples and Ghats all around. it holds a spiritual significance. The ambiance is peaceful, and a walk around the lake allows you to soak in the essence of the town. Later venture into the local market which is an amazing amalgamation of Israeli and local Rajasthani culture. Meals and overnight at the hotel.
November 1, Monday : PUSHKAR /JAIPUR : DRIVE : 3 and half hours
Travel by road to Jaipur, city owing its name to the great warrior, astronomer, Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II. Arrive Jaipur, where history, culture, and culinary delights converge to create an unforgettable experience. Jaipur is a vibrant tapestry of Rajputana grandeur and urban charm. As you wander through its bustling streets and majestic palaces, you’ll be transported back in time to an era of kings and queens, forts and festivities. Arrive and check into hotel.
Afternoon proceed for a city tour, visiting City Palace, which occupies the center of Jaipur. It now houses the Royal residence and museums with collections of textiles and costumes, armory, manuscripts, paintings etc. Proceed to visit Observatory, known as Jantar Mantar (1728-34) built by king astrologer Jai Singh II. The instruments are built of stone with marble facing on the important plains for measuring the harmony of the heavens. Each instrument serves a particular function and each gives an accurate reading. Tour local market before returning to the hotel for meals and overnight stay.
November 2, Tuesday : JAIPUR
Morning after breakfast proceed to Amer Palace. Stop at the palace of winds, the Hawa Mahal, a 5 stored building with 25cm thick facade from the 18 century. It has 953 windows and niches so that ladies of royal family could see the procession and events in the city without being visible to the people. Enjoy the magneticity vibe of Amber Fort, situated 130m high with the Aravalli hills around and 11 km north of Jaipur. It was the ancient capital of the Kachhawaha Rajputs till 1037.
Afternoon enjoy Rajasthani folk dance session– Learning and participation: The vast unending expanse of burning hot sand that makes up the Thar Desert of Rajasthan, hosts one of the most vibrant and evocative music cultures of the world. The heady, hypnotic combination of rhythm and melodies sung and played by the Langas and Manganiars are part of the eternal appeal of this mysterious and wondrous land. Rajasthan has great variety of dances, which are simple expressions of jollity and festivity.
November 3, Wednesday : JAIPUR / ABHANERI STEP WELL/ AGRA : DRIVE : 5 and half hours
Morning drive overland to Jaipur via Abhaneri Step well. It is a spectacular feat of engineering, the deepest step well in the world and over 1000 years old. With around 3,500 perfectly arranged narrow steps, descending through 13 levels to a depth of roughly 20 meters, and looking down at the incredible geometric pattern of the staircases is almost hypnotic!
Arrive Agra, a city steeped in history and boasts an impressive array of Mughal-era monuments, showcasing stunning architecture, blending Indian, Persian, and Islamic styles. Arrive and check into hotel for meals and overnight stay.
November 4, Thursday : Agra
Morning proceed for a city tour of Agra, visiting the majestic Taj Mahal (Closed on Fridays), built by Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan between 1631-52, as a tomb and memorial to his beloved wife Mumtaz Mahal (Jewel of the Palace). Also visit Agra Fort built by three of the greatest Mughal emperors. You will have opportunity to photograph Taj Mahal and the river from the Fort. Also visit mini Taj Mahal, Itmaduddaulla. Rest of the day will be free for own activities. Return to the hotel for meals and overnight stay.
November 5, Friday : AGRA – VARANASI : By Vande Bharat Train : Dep 6 AM arrive 1 PM. (Wednesdays Vande Bharat is non operational)
Early morning transfer to the railway station to board Vande Bharat train to Varanasi. Met upon arrival and transferred to hotel. Evening witness Ganga Aarti from Dashaswamedh Ghat, one of the highlights of the Varanasi. A powerful divine light that may be felt, illuminates the entire Ghat. Huge brass lamps filled with oil are ignited as part of the beautiful ritual, and priests chant sacred mantras that resound across the entire space. Later return to the hotel for meals and overnight stay.
November 6., Saturday: VARANASI :
Early morning proceed for a sunrise boat ride on the holy river Ganges, to see the devout, praying and bathing on the Ghats (Banks), and learn about the local customs and rituals. You can see number of funeral pyres burning at a distance. Millions of Hindus believe that people who die here, in this city on the Ganges, are lucky. Because if they are cremated here, they can break the eternal cycle of birth, death and rebirth. See the ancient city of Varanasi come to life as you make your way down the scenic Ganges River by boat. Observe Hindus practicing their morning rituals as the sun comes up along the banks of the river and learn about local customs and traditions.
Return to the hotel for breakfast. After breakfast, we do a half-day temple tour of Varanasi, visiting Durga temple, Sankat Mochan temple,, BHU (Banaras Hindu University) and Tulsi Manas Mandir. Rest of the morning is at leisure.
Afternoon excursion to Sarnath, a place where Buddha preached his first lessons on Nirvana. Later visit the museum with its fine collection of Buddhist artifacts. Overnight at the hotel.
November 7, Sunday : VARANASI :
Morning breakfast at the hotel. Later proceed for a walking tour of Varanasi. Explore the narrow lanes and by-lanes of Varanasi, so typical of the city. The streets of Varanasi are narrow and maze-like, with many alleys and lanes that lead to ancient temples, ghats (riverfront steps), and bazaars. Walking through these winding streets is like stepping back in time. Varanasi’s bazaars are famous for their colorful textiles, silk saris, spices, and handicrafts. The bustling markets are a feast for the senses, with vendors hawking their wares, and shoppers haggling for the best prices.
Afternoon proceed for a Kathak dance and practice session. Kathak is a classical Indian dance form that originated in northern India, known for its intricate footwork, rhythmic patterns, and expressive storytelling. It’s a synthesis of Hindu and Muslim art, characterized by precise rhythmic patterns that the dancer articulates by controlling ankle bells, danced by both males and females. Kathak dancers tell stories based on epics, myths, and legends, by using their body movements, facial expressions, and hand gestures to communicate the story. Later return to the hotel for meals and overnight stay.
November 8, Monday : VARANASI / DELHI/ INTL DEPARTURE : Superfast train : Vande Bharat : Dep 6 AM arrive Delhi at 2 PM. (Non operational on Tuesdays )
Early morning transfer to Rly St station to board train to Delhi. Arrive Delhi and proceed to the international airport to board flight for onward destination.
Tour Price Includes:-
Accommodation in above mentioned or Similar Hotel with full Breakfast Daily
14 major meals in total (Lunch & Dinner) starting from Dinner at Day 2 to Lunch at Day 15
Assistance at Airports & Hotels by our representative
All Transfers & City Tours by AC Micro coach and Mini coach
Accompanying English speaking Guide for Sightseeing Tour as per the program for the whole tour for 4 to 9 pax. Local guides for 10 pax up, as one tour leader is free on 10 paying pax
Monument Entrances as per the Program, Guide Fees, Parking, Driver Fee
Diwali celebrations in Jodhpur
Folk/local/ popular dance learning sessions at 3 places
Jeep safari in Jodhpur, camel ride in Pushkar, rikshaw ride in Delhi, boat ride in Varanasi
Jeep ride at Amer Fort Jaipur
Visit to Taj Mahal twice during sun rise and sun set
Domestic flights for DEL-UDR as per current airfares(may increase at the time of bkg)
AC chair car on Vande Bharat train AGRA-VARANASI – DELHI
One tour leader free on 10 PAYING PAX onwards
All applicable taxes on Hotel and transport as of Oct 2026
Tour Price Excludes:-
International flight
Expense of personal nature like tips, laundry, soft, hard drink, any additional meals, camera fees etc.
Any kind of Insurance
Anything which is not mentioned in above inclusions.
Porterage
Any delays or cancellation of flights or train
Anything which is beyond our control or natural calamity.
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