As winter envelops the best places to visit in India, the festive calendar is ready to sizzle with the grandest festivals full of cheer. These popular winter festivals in India are here to draw you close to the cultures, traditions and warmth of the locals. There are many cultural fetes in line for you to discover on Heritage India tours from October to February that are filled with matchless sights to behold.
There is truly nothing better than kicking off this winter on a festive note with our heritage India tour. Below are our top holiday ideas that would light up your heart with joyful cheer and make you feel the magic of togetherness. It’s time to celebrate the good times as the festive spirit thrives. So pack your bags, don your favorite outfits and step into the world of cultural galas like never before.
Lets get ready to discover India’s most popular festivals.
Heritage India Tour: Top 3 Winter Festivals to Explore!
1. Diwali Festival ~ Festival of Lights
India’s most cherished festival ~ Diwali is a time of celebrating joy and with love. Be it the bustling cities or laid-back villages, the warmth and zeal of Diwali can be felt in every corner. The streets transform into a bright spectacle with flickering oil lamps, skies filled with fireworks and smiles all around – that’s how it is done.
Our multi-day Diwali tour packages lets you dive into the magic of Diwali festival celebrations across India. Travelers can witness the Diwali grandeur in cities like Jaipur, Varanasi, Delhi and Udaipur where it is celebrated best. This is not all. Brace yourself for folk dance performances, famous temple visits, city sightseeing and also bond with the locals.
Pushkar Fair: India’s largest cattle fair
The largest camel and cattle fair, the Pushkar Fair welcomes both tourists and locals. It is a visual spectacle of true Rajasthani culture in the vibrant city of Pushkar. This iconic fair hosts many exciting events like camel racing, kalbeliya dance shows, puppet shows, pot-breaking contests, best-decorated camel awards, and longest-moustache competition etc. You can also indulge in handicraft shopping or take a holy dip at the sacred Pushkar Lake. This festival is a crowd-favorite among travellers on a winter trip to Rajasthan.
Our Offbeat Rajasthan with Pushkar Camel Fair Heritage India tour takes you to the less-explored places like Neemrana, Samode, Ranakpur and Bundi. You would also capture the jazzy vibe of Pushkar Fair featuring the biggest cattle fair, dance contests, and cultural displays to keep you amused. Also, taking a holy bath at the iconic Pushkar Lake and visiting the only Lord Brahma temple will add a spiritual touch to your holiday.
Festival Date: 9th- 15th November 2024
Other tour recs:
• Golden Triangle with Pushkar Camel Fair
• Best of Rajasthan with Pushkar Fair
• Golden Triangle with Udaipur and Pushkar Fair
• Golden Triangle with Wildlife Safari and Pushkar Fair
• North India Escape with Pushkar Fair
Rann Utsav
Celebrated in the heart of Rann of Kutch, the Rann Utsav is all about culture, adventure and crafts. This four-month long Great White Rann Kutch Festival is ready to bring art, music, culture and cuisine to the table. Enjoy local dance performances like Garba and Ghumar, shop handicrafts or embroidered goods, capture the warmth of sunset at the white sand desert or take a hot balloon ride. There is so much to see and do with your loved ones. It gets better with an overnight stay at a traditional tent built with thatched roofs.
Our 3 Day Rann Utsav Tour is just the winter rendezvous you have been looking for. This iconic festival is a hub of cultural activities, folk dance shows, and adventures like camel riding, hot air ballooning, nearby wildlife safaris, and staying under the stars in a luxury tent. There’s so much more for you to explore and see here. You would also get to visit Gandhi-nu-gam, a hidden gem of Kutch that is known as the handicraft village. Here you can see local artisans weaving fine artwork to keep the local craft skills alive.
You can also book an enticing tour of Gujarat for a journey that makes you feel at home. Enjoy visits to the amazing heritage sites that attract travelers from around the world. Venture to the Rann of Kutch to join the celebrations of art, music and dance at the annual Rann of Kutch festival.
Best Season to Plan Cultural and Heritage India Tour
The cooler months from October to February offer a more pleasant weather for exploring the most-loved places and indulge in festive gatherings. As the winter season sets in, it creates the perfect setting to visit the forts of Rajasthan, temples of north India, beaches of Goa, and the backwaters of Kerala. This is thus the peak tourist season so you can plan your Heritage India tour during this time.
Ready to experience Festive magic? Plan your tour today and get into the festive groove!
