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“Holi” India Tour, Departure : <\/strong>Special<\/p>\n

Validity : <\/strong>March 19, 2027<\/p>\n

Duration: 10 days<\/p>\n

Visits: DELHI – UDAIPUR – JAIPUR – AGRA – DELHI<\/p>\n

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Day 1, Tour “Holi” India, March 19: Arrival Delhi<\/strong><\/p>\n

Upon arrival, you will receive a traditional welcome and transfer to your hotel. Rooms are available from 2:00 PM. Delhi, one of the oldest cities in the world, boasts a unique blend of old-world charm in Old Delhi and modernity in New Delhi <\/a>. This perfect combination of old and new makes it a fascinating city to explore.<\/p>\n

*Accommodation.<\/p>\n

OPTIONAL VISIT TO THE HINDU TEMPLE OF AKSHARDHAM WITH THE SAHAJ ANAND WATER SHOW – USD $80 PER PERSON<\/strong><\/p>\n

\u00a0<\/strong>Private air-conditioned transportation, local Spanish-speaking guide, and entrance fees.
\nIn the afternoon, visit the Hindu Temple of Akshardham (closed on Mondays), a true work of art recently built thanks to donations from thousands of wealthy Hindus. It is a place that encapsulates 10,000 years of culture, with all its grandeur, beauty, hope, and blessings.<\/p>\n

Sahaj Anand’s aquatic show is a breathtaking 24-minute presentation that uses a variety of mesmerizing media to bring a story from the Kena Upanishad to life. Multicolored lasers, video projections, underwater flames, water jets, and immersive sound, combined with lights and live actors, create a captivating and inspiring performance. International experts contributed their expertise alongside BAPS volunteers and sadhus to produce this one-of-a-kind presentation. Return to the hotel.<\/p>\n

Day 2, Tour “Holi” India March 18: Delhi.<\/strong><\/p>\n

Breakfast. This morning, visit Old Delhi, passing by the Red Fort, built by the Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan, and enjoy a rickshaw ride in Chandni Chowk, one of the oldest and largest bazaars in India. Crisscrossed by narrow streets with shops vying for space, Chandni Chowk evokes the feel of old Delhi shopping. Since the 17th century, this place has rightfully been called a “shopper’s paradise” in Delhi. During Shah Jahan’s reign, a tree-lined canal ran through its center, reflecting the moonlight. Hence the name “Chandni Chowk,” meaning “place of moonlight.”<\/p>\n

Next, we visited Jama Masjid, the largest mosque in India. We also visited Rajghat, the site where Mahatma Gandhi, the “Father of the Nation,” was cremated on January 31, 1948. Following this, we visited the Gurudwara, the Sikh temple, an architectural marvel. Sikhs, as part of their religious practice, perform Seva, also known as Sewa, short for Karseva, which refers to ” selfless service”\u2014work or service performed without any thought of reward or personal gain. Volunteers who participate in Seva are known as Sevadars.<\/p>\n

During your visit to the kitchen, you will have the opportunity to become a sevadar (a cook) and participate in the cooking process, making chapatis (Indian flatbreads), preparing lentils and vegetables, and serving the many people waiting for their food. It is a truly uplifting experience where you are giving back to the community. After lunch at a local restaurant, you will tour New Delhi, visiting the Qutub Minar, a gigantic 72-meter tower built by India’s first Muslim ruler, Qutub-ud-din Aibak. In the afternoon, you will tour the government buildings, including Rashtrapati Bhavan (the residence of the President of India), Parliament House, and India Gate (the Arch of Triumph).<\/p>\n

*Accommodation, breakfast and lunch.<\/p>\n

Day 3, March 19: Delhi-Udaipur (flight not included)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Breakfast. In the morning, transfer to the airport for your flight to Udaipur (flight not included). Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel. Udaipur is also known as the “Venice of the East” and the “City of Lakes.” It is a center for performing arts, handicrafts, and its famous miniature paintings. In the afternoon, enjoy a boat cruise (shared base) on Lake Pichola, visiting Jag Mandir Palace, followed by traditional folk dances in Lok Dharohar. Later, experience Holika Dahan at Jagdish Chowk. Holika Dahan is the first day of the popular Indian festival of colors called Holi. On this day, a sacred fire is lit on the full moon night of Phalguna (one of the 12 months of the Hindu calendar). According to Hindu mythology, it symbolizes the triumph of divine power over demonic forces. Return to your hotel.<\/p>\n

*Bed and breakfast.<\/p>\n

Day 4, “Holi” Tour India, March 20: Udaipur<\/strong><\/p>\n

Breakfast. In the morning, enjoy the Holi festival of colors <\/strong>in the Jagdish Chowk with the locals. <\/strong>Holi, the Festival of Colors, is one of the most exuberant and colorful festivals, announcing the arrival of spring and the end of winter. The whole country goes wild for this celebration. People crowd the streets, chasing each other with brightly colored powder or splashing colored water on everything within reach. The festival is celebrated by throwing water and colored powder at one another. Later, we celebrate Holi with a local family, sampling traditional Indian food <\/strong>. Lunch is included. <\/strong>Return to the hotel. The afternoon is free for independent activities.<\/p>\n

The experience includes: <\/strong>Welcome drink (non-alcoholic beverages), Herbal colors + Water guns + Water balloons, Lunch included, Kurta Pajama (for both men and women), Traditional turbans.<\/p>\n

*Accommodation, breakfast and lunch.<\/p>\n

Day 5, March 21: Udaipur<\/strong><\/p>\n

Breakfast. This morning, visit the City Palace, built atop a hill in a fusion of Rajasthani and Mughal architectural styles, offering panoramic views of Lake Pichola and the Monsoon Palace. The 300-year-old complex actually comprises 11 palaces built by successive Maharanas, making it the largest palace complex in Rajasthan. Later, visit the Jagdish Temple, a temple dedicated to Vishnu. Afterward, a tour includes a boat trip on Fateh Sagar Lake and a visit to Sahelion-ki-Bari, or the ‘Ladies’ Garden,’ built in the mid-18th century.<\/p>\n

Later, an excursion to the temples of Eklingji and Nagda (approximately 2 hours round trip). Eklingji is a 1,000-year-old temple complex dedicated to the god Shiva. Also, visit Nagda, the abandoned capital of the Mewar region. It is an ancient group of temples dating back to the 7th century, situated beside an ever-expanding lake covered by a floating forest of lotus flowers. Most of the buildings were destroyed by the Mughals or submerged by the lake over the years. However, the pair of surviving 10th-century temples, known as ‘Mother-in-law’ and ‘Daughter-in-law,’ still offer a stunning glimpse into the city’s colorful history.<\/p>\n

Of particular interest is the wedding area with its four ornate and meticulously carved pillars depicting embracing lovers, to which couples are expected to pay homage when visiting the complex. We will then return to Udaipur and visit the Ahar Cenotaphs Museum, a site famously used as the cremation ground for the rulers of Mewar, members of the Udaipur royal family.<\/p>\n

*Bed and breakfast.<\/p>\n

Day 6, March 22: Udaipur \/ Jaipur by train<\/strong><\/p>\n

Packed breakfast. In the morning, transfer to the train station for your journey to Jaipur. (*The train only operates on Sundays, Wednesdays, and Fridays.)<\/p>\n

Departure: Udaipur at 07:50 with Vande Bharat Exp.<\/strong><\/p>\n

Arrival: Jaipur at 2:10 PM<\/p>\n

Jaipur is the capital of Rajasthan, also known as “The Pink City” because the old city was painted terracotta pink in 1876 to welcome Prince Albert. Transfer to the hotel. In the afternoon, we will visit Birla Temple and witness the evening Aarti religious ceremony. Originally known as the Lakshmi Narayan Temple, it is built of pure white marble and dedicated to the god Vishnu and the goddess Lakshmi. Overnight at the hotel.<\/p>\n

OPTIONAL: TRADITIONAL RAJASTHAN DANCE SHOW WITH DINNER<\/u><\/p>\n

(MINIMUM BASE 03 PAX): USD $80 per person<\/p>\n

Includes: Private air-conditioned transport and dinner.
\n<\/strong>Later, transfer to Narain Niwas Palace for dinner and to attend a performance of traditional Rajasthani dances.<\/p>\n

*Bed and breakfast.<\/p>\n

Day 7, March 23: Jaipur<\/strong><\/p>\n

Breakfast. This morning, visit Amber Fort, with round-trip jeep transportation. Amber Fort, situated on a picturesque and rugged hill, is a fascinating blend of Hindu and Mughal architecture. Built by one of Akbar’s most trusted generals, Maharaja Man Singh I, in 1592, Amber Fort served as the main residence of the Rajput rulers. With its imposing walls, numerous gates, and paved pathways, Amber Fort overlooks Maotha Lake in the town of Amer, which once served as the capital of the ancient princely state of Jaipur.<\/p>\n

Afterwards, we’ll stroll through the beautifully restored Jal Mahal, a former royal pleasure pavilion . <\/strong>In the afternoon, we’ll visit the Maharaja’s City Palace, which houses the former Royal Residence and a museum celebrating the Jaipur royal family’s collection. Then we’ll visit the Hawa Mahal, or Palace of Winds \u2013 its five-story facade with 593 stone latticework windows, an emblem of Jaipur. We’ll also visit Jantar Mantar, or the Astronomical Observatory. This is the largest and best-preserved of the five observatories built by Jai Singh II in different parts of the country.<\/p>\n

Later, enjoy a tuk-tuk ride to explore Jaipur’s exotic bazaars and discover the region’s rich artistic heritage, visiting Bapu <\/strong>Bazaar (for textiles) and Johari Bazaar (for jewelry). Stroll through the fruit, vegetable, and spice markets, visit small temples, and interact with the locals .<\/strong><\/p>\n

OPTIONAL: COOKING SESSION WITH THE RAJPUT FAMILY IN JAIPUR, RAJASTHAN WITH DINNER INCLUDED<\/u><\/p>\n

(MINIMUM BASE 03 PAX): USD $115 per person<\/p>\n

Includes: private air-conditioned car transport<\/em><\/strong> and Dinner<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n