26 Sep 2013
On The Go Tours has created a handful of holidays timed to coincide with some of India’s most vibrant festivals and events. Whether it’s travelling into the heart of the Thar Desert for the spectacular Pushkar Camel Fair, joining the exuberant festivities of Holi – India’s most dazzling celebration, or the exciting Festival of Jaipur, there is something for everyone!
Diwali: Festival of Light – 8 days
This group tours combines the highlights of India’s famed Golden Triangle with the festivities of Diwali, the country’s favourite festival. Over this festive period the streets of Delhi are illuminated by thousands of lanterns and firecrackers burst into the night sky, for a truly memorable experience.
Departs – 02 November 2013 from £629
Pushkar Camel Fair – 9 days
On this group tour travellers can see the sights of the Golden Triangle before joining the colourful festivities of the Pushkar Camel Fair in Rajasthan for two days of camel races, beauty pageants, folk dancing, and fun competitions set against the vibrant backdrop of market stalls and rhythmic tunes.
Departs – 09 November 2013 from £679
Jaisalmer Desert Festival – 13 days
Travellers can witness the exciting spectacle of the Jaisalmer Desert Festival on this thrilling group tour, plus see the sights of the Golden Triangle. As the drums of Rajasthan beat out brightly costumed elephants, colourful floats, singers, dancers and marching bands waltz on the streets.
Departs – 09 February 2014 from £799
Hola Mohalla – 12 days
This group tour combines the colour and splendor of Sikhism’s famous annual Hola Mohalla Festival with a tour of India’s famous Golden Triangle. Sikh’s from all over the world make this pilgrimage every year to celebrate together and test their skill of Gatka – mock fighting.
Departs – 08 March 2014 from £1149
Holi & the Festival of Jaipur – 8 days
This group tour combines a tour of the famous Golden Triangle with the exuberant festivities of Holi - India’s most dazzling celebration, and the vibrant Festival of Jaipur, a colourful display of local culture through its people, with folk dancers, melodious music, and exciting traditional competitions.
Departs – 13 March 2014 from £629
Hemis Festival – 5 days
On this group tour travellers can witness the celebration of the birth of Guru Padmasambhava, an respected Buddhist teacher and philosopher, as monastery lamas adorned in colourful masks dance to a cacophony of drums, cymbals and long horns in Ladakh in northern India.
Departs – 06 July 2014 from £399
On The Go Tours offer:
- Guaranteed departures: With a minimum of 2 people
- Accommodation: A superb mix of 3-5 star heritage hotels
- Guides: Escorted by qualified local tour guides
- Special departures: Group tours with special departures
- Transfers: Included airport arrival and departure transfers
- Transportation: All transfers and transportation are in a private air-conditioned vehicle
- Flexibility: Arrive earlier, leave later, or enhance your stay with a bolt-on
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