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Incredible Holi Tour


Starting price :

$2121

Duration :

11 Nights / 12 Days

Start city :

Delhi

Overview↓

Join Colourful Asia for an unforgettable journey into the heart of India’s most vibrant festival — Holi, the Festival of Colours. This tour combines cultural discovery, architectural marvels, and unforgettable celebrations as you explore iconic destinations like Delhi, Agra, and Jaipur, and experience Holi in a truly authentic way. With knowledgeable local guides and a flexible, personalized itinerary, you’ll not just witness but participate in traditional Holi rituals, color fights, and community festivities — all while enjoying the rich heritage and warmth of India.

Highlights↓

1. Participate in Holi Celebrations

  • Take part in traditional Holi powder-throwing and water fights with locals.
  • Experience Holika Dahan (bonfire) tradition — a symbolic night before Holi representing the victory of good over evil.

2. Cultural Immersion

  • Visit heritage cities: Delhi (Old & New), Agra (Taj Mahal), Jaipur (Palace, Forts, City Markets).

  • Learn about local customs, meet communities, and engage in authentic festival rituals.

3. Heritage and Architecture

  • Visit the Taj Mahal, a world wonder, in Agra.

  • Explore Jaipur’s Amber Fort, City Palace, and the architectural wonders of Rajasthan.

4. Local Experience

  • Stay in thoughtfully chosen hotels that reflect the local flavor of each city.

  • Enjoy traditional meals, live music, and decorative celebrations during the festival day.

5. Customizable Journey

  • The itinerary can be tailored to your interests — more time for Holi, or more sightseeing.

  • Private guides and transport to ensure flexibility and personalized pace.

6. Trusted Expertise

  • Operated by Colourful Asia, a company with deep local knowledge and a reputation for personalized, meaningful travel. Colourful Asia

  • Multilingual travel experts ensure smooth communication and immersive experiences.

Itinerary↓

Day 1 | Arrive Delhi

Upon leaving the aircraft at Delhi International Airport, follow the signs for passport control and baggage collection. Complete the immigration formalities, collect your checked luggage, and clear customs.

Then proceed to the arrival area and you will be greeted by our company representative and assisted with transfer to your hotel.


Hotel: The Connaught, New Delhi - IHCL SeleQtions

Day 2 | Delhi

Begin the day with a visit to Old Delhi. Visit the famous Chandni Chowk bazaar in Old Delhi which is the bustling soul of the capital city of India.

Visit Jama Masjid, which Shah Jahan built to dominate his city. Built using red sandstone and marble by over 5000 artisans, the Jama Masjid is covered with intricate carvings.

Explore three major streets of old Delhi, each dedicated to a certain trade. Stroll down Dariba Kalan which is dedicated to the work of the silver smiths, Kinari Bazaar which is a colourful place to shop for haberdashery and finally Khari Baoli the legendary Delhi wholesale spice market. Get to enjoy a cycle-rickshaw ride that will allow you to weave through some of the busiest streets in the city. Witnessing the bustling alleyways on the back of a cycle-rickshaw is one of the best ways to see the merchants selling their wares.

Next, head to Humayun’s tomb, the first Indian building to use the Persian double dome. Built using red sandstone as well as white and black marbles to relieve the monotony in the structure, this tomb is noteworthy for its harmonious proportions and is said to have inspired the building of Taj Mahal.

Drive past the imposing India gate, President’s palace and important government buildings.

Visit Gandhi Smriti memorial and museum where Gandhi spent the last few months of his life before assassination.

Later, visit Bangla Sahib, the holy place of worship for Sikhs. A visit to the open kitchen here is recommended, you will see volunteers working hard to prepare a meal. The kitchen serves meals to over 22,000 people every day.

Before Concluding your day, you may stroll through the Janpath Market on your own.

 


Hotel: The Connaught, New Delhi - IHCL SeleQtions

Day 3 | Delhi – Agra (205 Kms / 3.5 Hrs)

Morning at leisure and then drive to Agra.

You will be met by your guide to discover a different side to Agra with a rich heritage walk, to learn about the city’s handicrafts. Explore the intricate crafts of marble inlay, embroidery, and traditional leather shoemaking, learning about their history and cultural significance. You will get to meet skilled artisans and watch their expert techniques up close, gaining insight into the city's enduring craftsmanship and traditions.

Optional: Visit Mehtab bagh for a magnificent view of Taj Mahal from across the Yamuna river.

 


Hotel: The Trident

Day 4 | Agra

Rise early to visit the Taj Mahal at sunrise. Counted among the seven wonders of the modern world and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Taj Mahal is a gleaming mausoleum of flawless symmetry. It was built from milk-white marble and rose sandstone and is studded with a fortune in precious jewels. Head back to your hotel for breakfast.

Visit the splendid Agra Fort. Emperor Akbar began the construction of Agra Fort in 1565, with additions to the citadel being made through to the time of Akbar's grandson, Shah Jahan. The Fort, which stands on the banks of the Yamuna River, was partially converted into a palace during Shah Jahan’s reign. The citadel consists of marble palaces, ornate alcoves and terrace pavilions.

Then, continue to the tomb of Itmad-ud-Daulah. Often referred to as the 'baby Taj', this tomb is an

exquisite building and is thought to be a forerunner of the Taj Mahal.

Return to your hotel and rest of the time is free for Independent activities.

 


Hotel: The Trident

Day 5 | Agra – Jaipur (245 Kms / 05 Hrs) HOLIKA DAHAN

After breakfast, bid farewell to Agra and set off to Abhaneri and visit the Oldest and Grandest stepwell of Rajasthan. It is also arguably the most visually stunning among them. This remarkable stepwell features a deep, four-sided structure with a grand temple on one side. The other three sides are lined with 3,500 terraced steps, symmetrically descending 13 stories to a depth of 100 feet, creating a breathtaking architectural feat. Built in the 10th century and dedicated to Harshat Mata, the goddess of joy and happiness, Chand Baori showcases ancient engineering at its finest. Though no longer in use (the water has turned green from algae), it’s easy to imagine how this cool haven once provided relief to locals in Rajasthan's arid climate.

Optional: Enroute visit Fatehpur Sikri, the deserted capital city of Emperor Akbar. This magnificent, fortified red sandstone city was designed as a tribute to the Sufi saint, Sheikh Salim Chisti, who had predicted the birth of Akbar's son and heir to the throne. The city with its forts, palaces and mosques served as the capital of the Mughal Empire from 1571 and was abandoned just 15 years later due to a shortage of water. Today, it remains a perfectly preserved example of a Mughal city at the height of the Empire's splendour.

After the visit continue your drive to Jaipur.

The festivities begin on the eve of Holi with Holika Dahan - a symbolic bonfire that
represents the victory of good over evil. According to legend, young prince Prahlad, a devout
follower of Lord Vishnu, survived the flames while the evil demoness Holika perished.
In the evening, people gather around the bonfire and offer grains, coconuts, and prayers to the fire. The ritual reminds everyone that faith and virtue will always triumph over evil.

Hotel: ITC Rajputana

Day 6 | Jaipur – HOLI CELEBRATION

Today Enjoy Holi.

Experience the Vibrant Holi festival! As the arrival of spring paints the land in vivid hues,
Jaipur gears up for one of the most exhilarating festivals of the year—the grand Holi

celebration.

We celebrate Holi as you receive own kurta pyjama before joining the festivities with other

international travellers and locals. With an ambiance filled with joy, music, and cultural
richness, the Holi Festival promises an unforgettable experience infused with the essence of
Rajasthan’s traditions. The Spirit of Holi, the festival of colours, is celebrated with great
enthusiasm across India. Jaipur, known for its royal heritage and cultural grandeur, takes Holi

festivities to an extraordinary level.


Enjoy the atmosphere with colours, water balloons, traditional snacks, sweets and a festive

lunch accompanied by soft drinks and a bottle of beer.

In the afternoon, return to the hotel. You'll have time to freshen up and rest.

Hotel: ITC Rajputana

Day 7 | Jaipur


This morning, head out early to explore the bright flower market of Jaipur. This wholesale

market supplies flowers to the numerous temples located in the city.

 

After the visit, drive to the majestic Amber Fort. Stop along the way up to the fort to visit an
ancient stepwell. Continue up to the fort. If there is one quintessential fort that pays homage
to the illustrious Rajput empire, then it is Amber Fort. You will spend some time meandering
through the complex with our guide, admiring its glory and intricate lattice and marble work.
The beauty of Amber Fort continues to inspire designers and artists from all over the world,
with its spectacular archways, and Sheesh Mahal (Hall of Mirrors). The Ganesh Pol gateway

is a sight to behold and one for the camera.

 

In the afternoon explore the City Palace compound which houses a museum detailing the
contents on display from the royal palace, which includes a fascinating insight into costume
and textiles. Seeing the elaborately decorated gates inside the inner courtyard is a real
highlight, with the colours and patterns providing yet more marvellous inspiration for

designers.

 

Take a Pink Rickshaw ride – A unique initiative supporting the livelihood of underprivileged
women – The initiative aims to provide employment to 200 women from low income
households in Jaipur.

 


Hotel: ITC Rajputana

Day 8 | Jaipur – Ranthambore (150 Kms / 03 Hrs)

Day at leisure.

You may decide to relax at the hotel and laze around the pool or choose from the following

 

optional activities:
  • Morning bicycle trip of Jaipur - An early morning 3-hour Cycling experience of Jaipur old City covering just 9 km with lots of public and cultural interactions.
  • Art and Crafts of Jaipur - An art and craft walk of 3-5 hours doing a hand on
    experience of Blue Pottery, tie and dye, Lacquer bangle, and bagru block printing, all within the old city, the walk is a mix of everything Jaipur's old city can offer to an art
    lover.
  • Feed the elephants, walk with the elephants in nature and enjoy your lunch in an open, natural atmosphere near to Jaipur.
  • Enjoy a leopard Jeep safari with high chances of sighting a leopard.
  • Heritage cum food walk - An evening walk cum food tour of old Jaipur followed by
    an e-rickshaw ride to showcase the pink city when it is beautifully lit up in the
    evening.

Hotel: ITC Rajputana

Day 9 | Jaipur – Ranthambore (150 Kms / 03 Hrs)

Morning at leisure. Drive to Ranthambore and check in at your hotel.

Ranthambhore Tiger Reserve, at the junction of the Aravalis and the Vindhyas, is a unique
example of natural and historical richness, standing out conspicuously in the vast, arid and
denuded tract of eastern Rajasthan, barely 14 kilometers from Sawai Madhopur. Get in tune

with nature for a luxury holiday in the heart of the jungle.

Ranthambore perhaps the best place in the world to sight a tiger in the wild. Ranthambore
National Park has had more Tiger sightings than any other National Park in the country. It
has come to be known as "The land of the Tiger", where most of the documented footage of
this majestic beast has been recorded.
In the afternoon, you can relax at the hotel or take a hike up to the Ranthambore fort with

your guide.

 

You may also choose to Visit Dhonk: Dhonk is a social enterprise which is creating
sustainable livelihood opportunities for the tigers’ neighbours by up-skilling them in
traditional art and crafts.

 


Hotel: The Tigress, Ranthambore

Day 10 | Ranthambore

Enjoy morning and afternoon game drives in Ranthambore National Park.

Track the tigers and other wildlife through the morning. Ranthambore National park contains a huge

variety of animals, birds and reptiles within it.


Return to the lodge by 1000 hrs in the morning and have breakfast. Afterwards, relax at the resort or
enjoy the pool / spa and other facilities at lodge.

In the afternoon, have lunch and then leave again for your afternoon safari.

 


Hotel: The Tigress, Ranthambore

Day 11 | Ranthambore – Delhi (350 Kms / 5.5 Hrs)

Morning at leisure. Drive back to Delhi and spend your night at Delhi hotel.

Hotel: The Connaught, New Delhi - IHCL SeleQtions

Day 12 | Departure

You will have a private transfer to Delhi International Airport for your onward flight.

Inclusions↓

  • Accommodation on twin sharing basis for 11 nights.
  • Daily breakfast at hotels.
  • All transfers, sightseeing and transport services using AC Toyota Crysta Car
  • Meeting and assistance at the hotel and airport by our representative
  • Services of English speaking guide as per program during the visits
  • Applicable monument entrance fee during visits
  • Rickshaw ride experience in old Delhi
  • A heritage walk in Agra exploring Agra's art and craft
  • Flower market visit in Jaipur
  • Holi celebrations in Jaipur (including Kurta Payjama, snacks, music, soft drinks and beer)
  • Pink rickshaw ride in Jaipur supporting underprivileged women
  • 02 game drives in Ranthambore National Park using sharing Jeep
  • All presently applicable taxes

Exclusions↓

  • Visa Charges, Airfare or Airport taxes, camera, video charges , expenses of personal nature like tips, drinks, laundry etc. Anything not mentioned in price inclusions column

Spotlight Of Tour

Duration      :    11 Nights / 12 Days

Starting price    :  $2121  Per Person

Route   :  Delhi - Agra - Jaipur  - Ranthambore - Delhi

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