Itinerary

🗓 Itinerary – Diwali in India 2025

📅 Thursday, October 16 – Arrival in Delhi

Welcome at the airport by our local team and private transfer to the hotel. Free time to rest after the journey.
🏨 Accommodation in Delhi.

📅 Friday, October 17 – Exploring Delhi

🍽 Breakfast at the hotel.
We begin our city tour with a visit to the historic Qutub Minar (built in 1193), a symbol of the first Muslim kingdom in India. We then proceed to the Parliament House, the ceremonial gardens, and the official residence of the President: the impressive Rashtrapati Bhawan.

We visit the iconic India Gate, originally known as the Memorial of Indian Wars, and the Sikh Temple Bangla Sahib, where we will witness a unique spiritual experience.

Later, we explore the famous Chandni Chowk Market – a 300-year-old maze of narrow alleys filled with shops, aromas, sounds, and colors. We will ride through it in a cycle rickshaw, like the locals.

We then visit the majestic Jama Masjid (Friday Mosque), the largest in India, and finish with a panoramic view of the Red Fort, built by Shah Jahan.

🍽 Dinner and 🏨 overnight stay in Delhi.

📅 Saturday, October 18 – Delhi → Agra (210 km – approx. 4 hours)

🍽 Breakfast.
Depart by road to Agra, a city featured in the Mahabharata and a gem of the Mughal era. Agra is world-famous as the home of the Taj Mahal.

We will visit Agra's Red Fort, an imposing fortress on the banks of the Yamuna River, built in 1565 AD by Emperor Akbar.

🍽 Dinner and 🏨 overnight stay in Agra.

📅 Sunday, October 19 – Agra → Abhaneri → Jaipur (240 km – approx. 5 hours)

🍽 Breakfast.
In the morning, we visit the Taj Mahal (closed on Fridays), considered the most beautiful monument in India. Built by Shah Jahan in memory of his wife Mumtaz Mahal, its symmetry and elegance make it a true masterpiece.

We continue our journey to Jaipur with a stop in Abhaneri to see the amazing stepwell (Baoris) and the Harshat Mata Temple.

In the afternoon, we arrive in Jaipur, capital of Rajasthan, also known as “The Pink City,” painted in 1876 to welcome Prince Albert.

🍽 Dinner and 🏨 overnight stay in Jaipur.

📅 Monday, October 20 – Jaipur & Diwali Celebration

🍽 Breakfast.
We begin the day with a visit to Amber Fort, which we will ascend by elephant (subject to availability). The fort combines Hindu and Mughal architecture and offers breathtaking views of the valley.

In the afternoon, we explore the City Palace, the Hawa Mahal (Palace of Winds) with its 593 intricately latticed windows, and the famous Jantar Mantar Observatory – a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Free time to explore Jaipur’s traditional bazaars – perfect for handicrafts, textiles, and jewelry.

✨ Diwali Celebration (7:00 PM – 9:30 PM)

• Diwali Puja ceremony in honor of Goddess Lakshmi
• Aarti ritual
• Fireworks and traditional rangoli
• Floral decorations and mehndi (henna)
• Indian sweets and Masala Chai

You will be warmly welcomed by a traditional Indian family in a heritage haveli. You'll wear festive attire, participate in the celebrations, and be treated like an honored guest. A truly authentic and unforgettable experience.

🍽 Dinner and 🏨 overnight stay in Jaipur.

📅 Tuesday, October 21 – Jaipur → Delhi (260 km – approx. 6 hours) – Departure

🍽 Breakfast.
Depart by road to Delhi. Upon arrival, transfer to the international airport for your return flight or onward journey.

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