Holi Festival India Tours
19th March’19 (Tue): Delhi - Agra
Meeting & assistance on arrival at Delhi International airport. Transfer to hotel Agra.
Agra is the city of the inimitable Taj Mahal. The story of Agra beigns much earlier then the Taj, However it finds mentioned in the epic Mahabharata when it was called Agrabana are Paradise. Agra came to its own when Shahjahan ascended to the throne of Mughal Empire. He marked the zenith of Mughal architecture, when he built the Taj in memory of his beloved wife Mumtaz Mahal.
Upon arrival at Agra check in at hotel.
Afternoon proceed to visit Taj Mahal: We will visit the majestic marble edifice. The Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan built the Taj Mahal in the memory of his beloved wife, Mumtaj Mahal. Taj Mahal, the epitome of love and romance stands on the banks of river Yamuna. The architecture is considered as the finest specimen of Mughal style of architecture. The architecture is highly inspired from different styles of architecture, which includes Persian, Indian and Turkish. Taj Mahal architecture is truly splendid and one of its kind in the world. The design & layout of Taj Mahal never fails to enrapture architects, engineers, historians as well as common man. (Closed on Friday)
Agra Fort: is among the finest examples of the fusion architecture that has dominated the Mogul period. The assimilation of these different styles has given the buildings within the fort a distinctive look. To name a few, for example, the Jahangir Palace built by Akbar is the most magnificent blend of Persian and local style whereas Divan-e-Aam mixes subtleness of Turkish exteriors with the complex pattern of Persian architecture. Babur stayed in the fort in the palace of Ibrahim.
Later transfer to hotel. Evening visit local market for shopping. Sadar Bazaar is one of Agra's most famous markets. Known for handicraft items, shoes and leather work, this is also a great place to buy marble inlay items such as table tops, coasters, vases, boxes and other souvenirs. A trip to Agra would be incomplete without a stroll through this vibrant market. Dinner & Overnight stay at hotel.
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20th Mar’2019 (Wed): Agra - Abhaneri - Jaipur (B/D)
After breakfast drive to Jaipur enroute visiting Abhaneri Step well (140 kms from Agra).
Abhaneri Stepwell The Chand Baori is a step well built over a thousand years ago in the Abhaneri village of Rajasthan. It is one of the largest step wells in the world and also one of the most beautiful ones.
Located in the eastern part of the province of Rajasthan, it was built by King Chanda somewhere in the 9th century. The Chand Baori is not an easy landmark to find, thus it is one of the hidden secrets of India ! Step wells, also called bawdi or baori, are unique to this nation. The wells have steps built into the sides that lead down to the water.
Continue to Jaipur. Check in at hotel.
Afternoon proceed for city tour of the pink city, visit the City Palace - the former royal residence built in a blend of the Rajasthani and Mughal styles which houses a museum with a superb collection of Rajasthani costumes and armoury of the Mughals and Rajput’s, including swords of different shapes and sizes with ornate handles. It has an art gallery with an excellent collection of miniature paintings, carpets, royal paraphernalia and rare astronomical works in Arabic, Persian, Latin and Sanskrit.
After City Palace visit we stop for photography at Hawa Mahal (outside visit).
Hawa Mahal: Hawa Mahal is a palace in Jaipur, India, so named because it was essentially a high screen wall built so the women of the royal household could observe street festivals while unseen from the outside. We stop here for the photographs from outside.
Shopping: Jaipur-a treasure trove for shoppers, shopping is irresistible, a wide range of handicrafts are available in the market, most of items are produced in the centers in and around the city. The city is one of the most important centers in the world for cutting and polishing precious and semi precious stone, diamonds. Jaipur is also famous for its textiles. Sanganeri and Bagru block prints are the fashion designer’s craze these days. The Bandhej (tie and dye) print is very typical of the region.
We participate in pre Holi Celebration - Holika Dahan.
This ceremony held according to the Muhurt (Good time) by Hindu calendar which specially falls during night or late evening. It is a religious ceremony during which people roast the “Jau” in the fire of Holika and bring them to their home for the goodness of the family members.
Thereafter back to hotel. Dinner & Overnight stay at hotel.
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21st March’2019 (Thu): Jaipur (Holi) (B/D)
After a relaxed breakfast – This day we celebrate Holi and Witness local people celebrating Holi. We will proceed for safe area in city to witness and play Holi.
The most boisterous of Hindu festivals, Holi waves goodbye to winter and welcomes in spring in a rainbow of colours. In India it’s predominantly celebrated in the north of the country, and is quite rightly known as the Festival of Colours for the raucous events on Holi’s final day, when children and adults take to the streets throwing colourful gulal (powder) over each other. It is a festival of togetherness, It is a festival of forgetting all differences, And it is a festival of eating delicious dishes.
Holi is a time when Indians across the nation gather together with family, friends and neighbours to throw powder bombs, fire water pistols and splash coloured water as they run through the streets. Shops and businesses close down for the day, and on the eve of the celebrations a bonfire is held to remember the story of Prahlada and Vishnu.
While this is the mostly believed story, the myths and legends that surround Holi differ around the country, but the basic principle remains the same. Holi is meant to symbolise the triumph of good over evil, the importance of love and of happiness, and supports the formation of new friendships.
By afternoon back to hotel. Take shower and change the clothes. Relax at hotel. Dinner & Overnight in Jaipur.
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22nd March’2019 (Fri): Jaipur – Delhi (B/D)
After breakfast check-out from hotel and depart to visit Amer fort.
Amber Fort: You will explore the massive Amber Fort. This morning you will drive 25 kms in the outskirts of the city to visit Amber Fort, the ancient capital of the State until 1728. Visit the Temple of Kali, the Hall of Victory or Jai Mahal and Jagmandir. The top of the hill on which the fort is situated. It has halls of Public and Private Audience, a Sheesh Mahal (hall of mirrors) various marble palaces which are marvellous examples of ancient Rajput architecture. The Temple of Amba (Mother Goddess), the patron deity of the Royal family is at the entrance to the palace.
After Amer Fort we stop at Jal Mahal for photography from Outside, entry is restricted).
Jal Mahal Jaipur: Literally meaning as ‘Water Palace’, Jal Mahal is located amidst the Man Sagar Lake and was constructed by Sawai Pratap Singh in the year 1799. The beauty of the palace lies in its location as the palace cum hotel is standing in the centre of the lake.
Continue the drive to Delhi. Upon arrival transfer to hotel. Dinner & Overnight stay at hotel.
Bangla sahib Gurdwara– Sikh Temple. Originally this place was the Bungalow (haveli) of Mirza Raja Jai Singh, hence the name Bangla Sahib. It's original name was Jaisinghpura Palace.
Visit Local Bazar for shopping to buy gifts / souvenirs for friends and family. Later transfer to hotel. Dinner & Overnight stay at hotel.
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23rd March’19 (Sat): Delhi Sightseeing (B/D)
After breakfast proceed for tour of heritage Delhi.
We start from Old Delhi, visiting Jama Masjid, the most elegant mosque in India, drive past the magnificent Red Fort (outside), overlooking the river Yamuna was built during the years 1638 - 48 when the Mughal Empire was at its peak, visit Raj Ghat, a simple memorial to Mahatma Gandhi, Gandhi Museum.
Visit to Qutub Minar, a World Heritage monument and one of the most instantly recognizable and historically important monuments in Delhi. This 234 foot high fluted minaret was built in 1193, at the time of the foundation of the Islamic rule in Indian known as the Delhi Sultanate. The adjacent Quwwat-ul-Islam mosque is an early example of the fusion of Hindu panels and Islamic domes and arches reflecting the mingling of the two cultures.
Evening drive to Akshardham Temple. A traditional Mandir (temple) dedicated to Bhagwan Swaminarayan that reflects the beauty and spirituality of India’s ancient art, culture, and architecture. The Mandir also consists of 234 ornately carved pillars, nine domes, and 20,000 murtis of sadhus, devotees, and Acharya’s. Based on traditional Hindu architectural guidelines on maximum temple life span, it makes no use of ferrous metal. Thus, it has no support from steel or concrete.
Also enjoy Water Show in Delhi at Akshardham Temple in Delhi. Transfer to hotel. Dinner & Overnight stay at hotel.
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24th March’19 (Sun): Delhi
Checkout and early morning transfer to airport to board the flight for home country.
| Holi Festival India Tours 2019 |
| DATE |
CITY |
HOTEL |
| 19/20 March |
Agra |
Crystal Sarovar Premier |
| 20/22 March |
Jaipur |
Indana Palace Jaipur |
| 22/24 March |
Delhi |
ITC WelcomHotel Dwarka |
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Cost Includes
• 05 Nights’ accommodation on BB at above hotels on Double/Twin/Triple sharing basis.
• Total = 05 breakfast at hotels
• Total = 05 Dinner at hotels
• Air-conditioned Private transport as per program.
• Accompanying English Speaking Escort throughout the tour from arrival till departure.
• Monuments entry ticket price for mentioned panoramic tour. (per single entry to monuments).
• Water Show at Akshardham Temple.
• Battery bus to Reach Taj Mahal from parking area in Agra.
• Elephant Ride /Jeep ride to reach Amber fort in Jaipur.
• Holi Celebration and Festival Colors, Cap.
• Assistance on arrival & departure at airports.
• Indian Souvenir on departure.
• 01 Bottle of Water per person per day.
• Presently applicable Taxes.
| Holi Festival India Package Prices |
| NUMBER OF PAX |
PER PERSON |
| 30-33 |
$ 550 |
| 25-29 |
$ 560 |
| 20-24 |
$ 575 |
| 15-19 |
$ 600 |
| 11-14 |
$ 640 |
| 09-10 |
$ 650 |
| 07-08 |
$ 610 |
| 05-06 |
$ 650 |
| 03-04 |
$ 670 |
| 02 |
$ 760 |
| Single Supplement |
$ 270 |
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Cost Doesn't Includes
• Expenses of personal nature, like Lunch, tipping, laundry, telephone / fax calls, alcoholic beverages, camera/video camera fee at monuments, medical expenses, insurance etc.
• Any other services not mentioned in the inclusions.
• Lunch
• Coach and guide on disposal after scheduled city tour.
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General Notes
• Hotel Check-in 1400 hrs / Check-out time 1100 hrs noon (subject to hotel management policy).
• Please note we have based the quotation on current rate of exchange, In case on any currency fluctuations, prices will be changed accordingly.
• This is a cost offer only, not the confirmation. Price will be changed in case change in hotels are sold out and alternative is used.
