Festival Tours in India — Holi, Diwali & Beyond
A billion celebrations, one country — India lives its festivals more vividly than any place on earth.
Why travel with us for this
Time your journey to Holi in Mathura and be showered in a million clouds of colour. Arrive for Diwali and watch a nation of a billion light a million diyas. From the elephant processions of Kerala's Thrissur Pooram to the desert whirl of Pushkar Camel Fair and the lantern-lit ghats of Dev Deepawali in Varanasi — our festival itineraries put you at the heart of the celebration with local hosts, protected viewing areas and cultural context.
Signature festivals
Holi (Mar) in Mathura & Vrindavan; Diwali (Oct/Nov) across India; Pushkar Camel Fair (Nov); Dev Deepawali in Varanasi (Nov); Onam in Kerala (Aug/Sep); Durga Puja in Kolkata (Oct).
What's included
Protected viewing platforms, cultural briefings, local hosts & translators, sunrise/sunset photography spots, and festival-specific experiences (colour-play, diya lighting, boat rides).
Best time to visit
Festival dates follow the lunar calendar and shift each year — we monitor and book accommodation 8–12 months ahead. Contact us for the current year's Holi/Diwali dates.
Featured itineraries for you
Diwali Festival of Lights
Holi — Festival of Colors
Family India Discovery
Rajasthan Grand Heritage Tour
Leh Ladakh — Himalayan High Desert
What travellers ask us
Is Holi safe for tourists?
Yes — we choose family-friendly locations (heritage havelis, hotels) with hosted colour-play, avoiding street chaos while keeping the spirit.
Do you cover regional festivals?
Absolutely. Onam, Durga Puja, Thrissur Pooram, Hemis (Ladakh), Rann Utsav (Gujarat) — we tailor the trip to your interests.
Can I photograph freely?
Yes, and we pair you with local guides who know the best photography spots and etiquette for each festival.
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