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"Diwali Wonders: A Festive Journey Through India"

9 days
Start and end in Delhi
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Festival & Events
Celebrate culture, music, and traditions around the world
Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Low Intensity
Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Other languages on request: German
All Ages Welcome
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Delhi

    You'll arrive in Delhi and get settled at your hotel. The afternoon takes you to India Gate and Humayun's Tomb, where you can walk around these iconic sites. After that, head into the bustling lanes of Chandni Chowk to catch the Diwali energy and local preparations. By evening, there's a special Diwali welcome dinner with cultural performances waiting for you.

    Start point
    Delhi, India (We pickup you from Delhi Airport)
    Meals
    Dinner (Special Diwali welcome dinner with cultural performances)

    Included Activities

    • Visit India Gate
    • Visit Humayun's Tomb
    • Explore Chandni Chowk
    • Diwali welcome dinner with cultural performances
    Landmarks
    India Gate
    Humayun's Tomb
    Chandni Chowk
  2. Day 2

    Delhi to Agra

    Drive to Agra early and spend the morning exploring the Taj Mahal. You'll also check out Agra Fort with its impressive architecture. Later, catch the sunset from Mehtab Bagh for views of the Taj reflected in the water. The evening involves wandering through Agra's markets before heading back to your hotel for the night.

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Visit Taj Mahal
    • Visit Agra Fort
    • Panoramic sunset view of Taj Mahal from Mehtab Bagh
    • Evening stroll through Agra's markets
    Landmarks
    Taj Mahal
    Agra Fort
    Mehtab Bagh
  3. Day 3

    Agra to Jaipur

    On the way to Jaipur, stop at Fatehpur Sikri, the UNESCO-listed abandoned Mughal city worth exploring. Once you reach Jaipur, visit the Hawa Mahal and City Palace. Spend time browsing the lively markets for handcrafted jewelry and textiles with Diwali decorations everywhere. Finish with a traditional Rajasthani dinner and folk performances in the evening.

    Meals
    Dinner (Traditional Rajasthani dinner with folk performances)

    Included Activities

    • Visit Fatehpur Sikri
    • Visit Hawa Mahal
    • Visit City Palace
    • Explore Jaipur's markets
    • Traditional Rajasthani dinner with folk performances
    Landmarks
    Fatehpur Sikri
    Hawa Mahal
    City Palace
  4. Day 4

    Jaipur to Varanasi

    Start your day at Amer Fort, where you can walk, take a jeep, or ride an elephant up to the entrance. Later, see Jantar Mantar and Albert Hall Museum. By late afternoon, board a train heading to Varanasi. After dark, experience the Ganga Aarti at Dashashwamedh Ghat, watching thousands of diyas light up the river.

    Included Activities

    • Visit Amer Fort
    • Visit Jantar Mantar
    • Visit Albert Hall Museum
    • Experience Ganga Aarti at Dashashwamedh Ghat

    Optional Activities

    • Jeep ride to Amer Fort entrance
    • Elephant ride to Amer Fort entrance
    Landmarks
    Amer Fort
    Jantar Mantar
    Albert Hall Museum
    Dashashwamedh Ghat
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  5. Day 5

    Varanasi

    Rise early for a boat ride on the Ganges as the city wakes up and sunlight hits the ancient ghats. Visit the Kashi Vishwanath Temple and walk through Varanasi's streets filled with Diwali sweets, lamps, and decorations. That evening, join the grand Diwali celebrations as the ghats glow with countless diyas and fireworks light up the sky.

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Boat ride on the Ganges
    • Visit Kashi Vishwanath Temple
    • Walk through Varanasi's vibrant streets
    • Participate in grand Diwali festival
    Landmarks
    Ganges River
    Kashi Vishwanath Temple
  6. Day 6

    Varanasi to Ayodhya

    Drive to Ayodhya, the legendary birthplace of Lord Ram. After checking in, visit the Ram Janmabhoomi Temple, then head to Hanuman Garhi and Kanak Bhawan. Later, go to the Saryu River for Ayodhya's Deepotsav where millions of diyas illuminate the entire city. The evening brings cultural performances and devotional hymns.

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Visit Ram Janmabhoomi Temple
    • Visit Hanuman Garhi
    • Visit Kanak Bhawan
    • Experience Saryu River Deepotsav celebrations
    • Cultural performances and devotional hymns
    Landmarks
    Ram Janmabhoomi Temple
    Hanuman Garhi
    Kanak Bhawan
    Saryu River
  7. Day 7

    Ayodhya

    This morning, visit the Saryu River Ghats for a peaceful start to your day. Walk through Guptar Ghat and Treta Ke Thakur Temple. Spend time in local markets watching festival preparations happen all around. As evening comes, participate in Diwali puja ceremonies, Ram Leela performances, and other celebrations happening throughout the sacred city.

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Visit Saryu River Ghats
    • Visit Guptar Ghat
    • Visit Treta Ke Thakur Temple
    • Explore local markets
    • Participate in Diwali puja and Ram Leela performances
    Landmarks
    Saryu River Ghats
    Guptar Ghat
    Treta Ke Thakur Temple
  8. Day 8

    Ayodhya to Delhi

    Head back to Delhi by road or train from Ayodhya. Once you arrive in the capital, explore the festively decorated streets, temples, and markets. Check out Connaught Place or Dilli Haat for any last shopping needs. End the day with a final festive dinner celebrating your Diwali journey.

    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner (Final festive dinner)

    Included Activities

    • Explore festively decorated Delhi streets, temples, and markets
    • Visit Connaught Place or Dilli Haat
    • Final festive dinner
    Landmarks
    Connaught Place
    Dilli Haat
  9. Day 9

    Delhi

    On your last morning, have a leisurely breakfast and take a peaceful walk through Lodhi Garden or visit Akshardham Temple if time allows. After experiencing Diwali celebrations, historical sites, and cultural traditions throughout your trip, head to the airport for your departure.

    End point
    Delhi, India (We drop you at Delhi Airport)
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Leisurely breakfast

    Optional Activities

    • Morning walk through Lodhi Garden
    • Visit Akshardham Temple
    Landmarks
    Lodhi Garden
    Akshardham Temple
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  • Marc
    · January 2nd, 2025
    The trip with Vijayindiatours was impressive. I opted for the low-budget option, which you can book directly on Tourradar. If you want to book better hotels, you can simply tell Vijay. Even the tour can be customized at any time if you want to visit more/other sights. Vijay customizes the trip very well according to your wishes. Contacting us after booking was very easy via Whatsapp. The pick-up at the airport went smoothly. I was picked up by our driver Hansraj, who collected me directly at the terminal. Hansraj always made sure that we had enough water and, if necessary, fruit in the car. He made sure that the fruit was washed down with drinking water and not tap water. Vijay is a friendly man who is incredibly knowledgeable and can answer any question you may have. He also knows a lot of people, which is why you often get tea on the house or get to places where normal tourists don't go. In Jaipur, for example, we had tea on the balcony of a friend's store, which is right opposite the Palace of the Winds. You can hardly get better photos of the palace. During my time in India, I stayed in the following hotels/guest houses: Hotel Foxoso venue (Delhi) -> clean room, partly warm water, no card payment possible, unfriendly reception in my opinion Hotel The golden Taj (Agra) -> warm water, but cleanliness in the room could be better Hotel Oman Tiger Seven (Ranthambore) -> very good room with warm water and delicious food Guesthouse of Vijay (Jaipur) -> clean room, warm water in "India style", very nice family Desert overnight stay (near Jaisalmer) -> clean room with fan heater for the cold night Although I traveled alone, I always felt safe with Hansraj and Vijay. Vijay also has his own website, which might be worth a look. You might find the perfect itinerary for you there: www.vijayindiatours.com
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  • Benim
    · May 27th, 2024
    We were a group of 5 teachers travelling through India and had an awesome experience. We shared in the rich Indian culture, cuisine and remarkable architecture that has stood the test of time. I have top marks for the flawless organisation and execution by Vijay India Tours
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  • Anonymous
    · May 10th, 2023
    We had asked vijayindiatours.com to make a 10 days tour for us covering The Taj mahal, Tiger safari and city of Delhi and Jaipur. The tour went beyond our expectations. As Sid as Guide has taken so much care with at tentativeness that it felt like our homely caring. We can not forget the attention and personal care that was taken for us. No doublet the hotels were good but the driver and our guide Sid is beyond appreciations they had given us all opportunity to learn and understand India and its culture. The cities covered by them in this tour are the best cities and world's most famous and touristic city as Taj mahal was our dream and it covered so well. Than Tiger sighting was like a life lonf trophy for us. The Jaipur city was the best place for our shopping as. We would like to cover more places through vijayindiatours.com We are again indebted for the services that Sid and Vijay provided us. We wish them a great Luck.
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