Festival of Lights!
October 31 – November 9, 2026
$2950 (based on shared occupancy)
$3450 (single occupancy)
Join me for this trip of a lifetime!
I will escort you to 3 of my favorite cities in Rajasthan: Jaipur, Pushkar & Udaipur. We’ll be there during one of India’s most celebrated holidays: Diwali!
Diwali: the Festival of Lights, triumph of Good over Evil; a time of great celebration and joy!
Reserve Your Spot:
To reserve your space, you must complete a Registration Form and pay a non-refundable $500 deposit. Upon receipt of this form, you will be contacted for payment. Once your Registration Form has been submitted and your deposit received, your Royal Rajasthan adventure begins!
Over the course of 9 days, we will travel by private bus, jeep, tuk-tuk and plane. We will visit palaces, holy temples and grand forts. Lounge poolside at Heritage Hotels, view the hustle and bustle of India via rickshaw, drink chai and examine gorgeous textiles and jewelry, and immerse in the Rajasthani culture and warm hospitality; learning of the rich and varied history of this land and the special holiday of Diwali.
We will meet in Delhi and depart the morning of October 31 to Jaipur, the “Pink City.” In the bustling streets of Jaipur, you’ll be entranced by the grandeur of Amer Fort, the intricate beauty of Hawa Mahal, and the lively bazaars brimming with colorful textiles and handcrafted jewelry. We will spend 2 nights in Jaipur.
Next up is the lotus of Rajasthan – Pushkar – a sacred town that pulses with spiritual energy, where the serene Pushkar Lake and the iconic Brahma Temple invite reflection and devotion amidst the vibrant atmosphere of local fairs and festivals. Travelers from the most recent tour loved Pushkar so much, we added 2 additional nights, making it a total of 4 nights in Pushkar, with one day completely open for rest, relaxation by the pool or exploration.
The final city we visit in Rajasthan is Udaipur. Udaipur during Diwali feels like stepping into a living painting—every palace, balcony, and lakeside ghat shimmering with golden light. As dusk settles, the City of Lakes glows with rows of diyas reflecting across the water, and families gather in courtyards to celebrate with laughter, sweets, and sparkling fireworks. Wander through the old city’s winding lanes and you’ll hear temple bells, smell marigolds and incense, and feel the warmth of a festival that is both vibrant and deeply sacred. Experiencing Diwali in Udaipur is witnessing Rajasthan at its most magical—a celebration of light that wraps the whole city in beauty and joy. We will spend 3 nights in Udaipur, celebrating the magic of Diwali on our final evening.
Many special moments have been planned for our group, here are just a few:
- Jeep ride and tour of Amer Fort in Jaipur, the Pink City
- Evening bicycle rickshaw ride to explore Jaipur at night
- Sunset camel ride in the Pushkar desert sand dunes
- Visit to the Brahma Temple and Goddess Savitri Temple
- Visit to Udaipur, the City of Lakes
- Sunset boat ride on Lake Pichola
- Walking Tour of Udaipur’s City Palace
- Diwali Celebration in Udaipur
- Free time for shopping, relaxing by the pool and exploring
What’s included in your investment:
- Delicious Indian cuisine, 2 meals a day
- 9 nights at different 4-Star Heritage Hotels (rates based upon double occupancy)
- Transportation by Bus/Jeep
- Professional, licensed Indian Guide
- All entrance fees to monuments and temples
- All activities mentioned above (and more!)
Not included:
- Round Trip Airfare to New Delhi, India
- Travel Insurance
- Visa
- Overnight in Delhi on October 30
- Domestic Flight from Udaipur to Delhi on November 9
- Additional meals, alcohol, shopping
- Tip to Guide & Driver
Retreat Add-On’s:
Delhi Tour $200
October 30, 2026
Why not arrive a day early and get a head start on the time change? We have curated a delightful day tour of Delhi to give you a flavor for this cosmopolitan city; a great way to jump into your India experience!
Includes:
- Pick up at hotel
- Air conditioned bus
- Professional Guide
- Money Exchanger
- Tour of Old Delhi by bicycle rickshaw
- Visit to oldest existing Spice Market in the world
- Lunch
- Drop off at hotel
Taj Mahal Tour – $450
November 10 & 11, 2026
The Taj Mahal, one of the 7 Wonders of the World, is not to be missed. Since you are in India, why not add on a trip to Agra to see the Taj Mahal? Price includes:
- Pick up at your hotel in New Delhi
- Round trip A/C bus to Agra and back to New Delhi
- Professional Guide
- Overnight in Agra at 4-Star Hotel on November 10
- Dinner in Agra on the 10th of November
- Visit Agra Fort & Entrance Fees
- Taj Mahal at Sunrise & Entrance Fees
- Visit to Artisan Marble Shop