Destinations on the tour
Jaipur
Holi, the most lively of all Hindu festivals is observed all over India and falls on the full moon day in the month of Phalgun [March] according to the Hindu Lunar calendar. It heralds the end of winter and the beginning of spring, marking the rekindling of the spirit of life. People all over celebrate this colourful festival by smearing each other with various colours and drenching each other in coloured water. Singing and dancing add to the gaiety of the occasion.
What’s included in the tour
Meals
Some meals as indicated
Accommodation
One night accommodation with daily breakfast
Inclusions and Fees
A pair of Kurta Pyjamas, Herbal Colours & water guns (Pichkaris), Cultural event (Beating of drums), Transfers throughout, All applicable taxes
Tour Highlights
Holi Festival
Participate in the famous Holi Festival - the Festival of Colours
Tour Map & Dates
Tour Itinerary
Explore the ancient capital of Amber, including fabulous Amber Fort. You will see some fascinating architecture and ruins before continuing on a city tour of Jaipur including City Palace Museum and many antiques and artefacts belonging to the ruling family are housed here.
Witness a colourful melange of culture and joy at Govind Devji Mandir at City Palace where Holi – festival of colours is played with flowers before the powdered colours take over. The celebrations last a week and on the final day, Lord Krishna is anointed with coloured water. Artists come from all across Rajasthan to put special folk performances throughout the week during Holi Festival. Walk through the Lac-Makers lane in Old City; embrace the cultural aspect of Holi when you visit a family residing in the by lanes of old city
Breakfast at the hotel and enjoy the Holi festivities.
Holi, the most lively of all Hindu festivals is observed all over India and falls on the full moon day in the month of Phalgun [March] according to the Hindu Lunar calendar. It heralds the end of winter and the beginning of spring and marks the rekindling of the spirit of life. People all over celebrate this colourful festival by smearing each other with various colours and drenching each other in coloured water. Singing and dancing add to the gaiety of the occasion. Indulge in the fun and frolic festivity & Relish traditional delicacies for Lunch, typical to the festival.
Return to the hotel after the celebrations and rest of the day is at leisure.