INTERNATIONAL YOGA FESTIVALL – RISHIKESH
India is a birth place of Yoga and Rishikesh in North India in the foothills of Himalayas is considered as the Yoga capital of the world. There can be no better time to visit India and Rishikesh than attending International yoga festival held every year in Rishikesh in the month of March. Thousands of Yoga experts, Yoga Masters, enthusiasts, wellness experts and yoga practitioner gather at this grand event which is held of one week. It is an immersive experience where one can embrace practically any form of Yoga on the banks of Holi River Ganga. This time this festival is being held from 09 – 15 March 2027.

Holi is another festival which is closely watched and imitated across the globe and most of them wants to celebrate Holi in India from where this riot of colours originated

Art of Travel in its constant pursuit to offer exclusive experience planned a special program combining International Yoga Festival along with Holi Festival which is the festival of love and colours and the most celebrated Hindu festival across the globe.

HOLI – THE FESTIVAL OF COLOURS
Holi also called as the festival of colors is the most popular festival worldwide. Like most of the festivals on this planet, the essence of Holi also is the victory of good over evil connected with Indian mythology.

It is a festival filled with joy, love and colours. It also signifies the advent of spring and end of winters. This festival is celebrated with lot of fun where people of all age groups meet each other, spray colours both wet and dry and wish each other “Happy Holi”

There can be no other festival which has so much love and fun embedded in it. Come and visit this beautiful festival of colours in the place where it was originated i.e. India.

Come and join this exclusive group for an experience of lifetime.

11 Mar.             ARRIVE DELHI
Arrival Delhi. Transfer to Hotel (Check-in: 1400 hrs). 

Check-in & Overnight at the hotel.

12 Mar.         DELHI – HARIDWAR BY SURFACE 250 KMS / 05 HRS.
Post breakfast Leave for Haridwar.  The city of Haridwar, located at the foothills of the Himalayas, represents the point where the Holy Ganga reaches the plains. After arrival visit Mansa Devi Temple by Rope Way. Evening time visit Har-Ki-Pauri for famous Ganga Arti & floating of diyas on the Ganges.

Later drive to Rishikesh. Overnight @ the hotel.

13 Mar.         RISHIKESH {International Yoga Festival @ Parmarth Niketan Ashram}
{https://internationalyogafestival.org/}

Come home to Rishikesh, the birthplace of yoga and Yoga Capital of the World, the home of the ancient yogis, sages and seers.  Each year the International Yoga Festival grows and expands, embracing more and more people from more and more countries around the world. In 2019, we had over 2000 participants from over 80 countries! Connect with like-minded, conscious yogis and paradigm-shifters from every part of the world.

Whether you are already undergoing a personal transformation or are in search of transformation, whether you are already an active co-creator of your own divine life or you would like to become one – the Festival is for all!  Befriend a community that becomes family for life.

​In International Yoga Festival, you have the opportunity to embrace every major style of yoga and learn from enlightened Spiritual Leaders, Master Yoga Teachers, Evolutionary Thought Leaders, and Wellness Specialists from around the world.  Awaken to the best version of yourself and ignite your inner light through this not-to-be-missed event at Parmarth Niketan Ashram, the largest ashram in Rishikesh and one of the largest interfaith yoga institutions in India.

The programme offers an extensive schedule of possibility, starting with Kundalini sadhana at 4 a.m. for the intensely committed and ending at 9:30 pm with traditional cultural song and dance, kirtan and enlightened entertainment on the banks of Ganga. You can customize each day as per your personal needs. We also have a Sacred Sound Stage for you to come, unwind and awaken through the power of sound.

Overnight at the Hotel.

14 Mar.         RISHIKESH
Full day activities in International Yoga Festival at Parmarth Niketan Ashram.

Overnight at the Hotel.

15 Mar.         RISHIKESH
Full day activities in International Yoga Festival at Parmarth Niketan Ashram.

Overnight at the Hotel.

16 Mar.         RISHIKESH – DELHI BY SUFACE 250 KMS. /04 HRS.
Breakfast at the hotel. In time transfer to Delhi by surface. Upon arrival sightseeing of New Delhi including the visit to the 12th century Qutab Minar. Bangla sahib Gurudwara (Sikh Temple) Drive past the India Gate (war memorial dedicated to the lives of laid down by the Indian soldiers), the president’s residence – formerly the Viceroy’s Palace, parliament House and the Secretariat buildings, – an interesting blend of the Victorian and 20th century architecture. Overnight at hotel.

17 Mar.             DELHI – JAIPUR BY SURFACE (250 KM/ 06 HRS)
Breakfast at the hotel. After breakfast sightseeing of Old Delhi takes you to Jama Masjid, – The largest mosque in India. Drive past Red Fort & Chandni Chowk, once an imperial avenue of Mughal Royalty which today is the busiest commercial area of the city. Rickshaw ride in the bustling bazaars of Chandani Chowk. Also Visit Raj Ghat (memorial to Mahatma Gandhi).

Afternoon Leave for Jaipur by surface. Upon arrival transfer to the Hotel. Overnight at hotel.                           

18 Mar.         JAIPUR
Morning: visit of Amber Fort riding on elephant back. Miniatures painted on the walls depict hunting and war scenes, apart from festivals. Precious stones and mirrors are embedded into the plaster. En-route to Amber Fort, you will have a brief photography stop at Hawa Mahal – the Palace of Winds. 

Afternoon: – city tour of Jaipur which begins with a visit to the Maharaja’s City Palace. Jantar Mantar, which is the largest stone and marble crafted observatory in the world. Situated near the gate of the city palace, the observatory has 17 large instruments, many of them still in working condition. Overnight at the Hotel.                           

19 Mar.         JAIPUR – RANTHAMBHORE BY SURFACE (200 KMS / 04 HRS.)
Breakfast at the hotel. Morning drive to Ranthambhore. Upon arrival transfer to the Hotel.

Ranthambhore – famous for the wildlife sanctuary which is said to have the India’s friendliest Tigers and also considered to be the best place in the world to photograph the tiger in its natural habitat, also a wonderful place for bird watching.

Evening visit of Ranthambore Fort, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, stands majestically inside Ranthambore National Park. Built in the 10th century, the fort offers panoramic views of the park and is known for its ancient temples, massive gateways, and rich history of Rajput valour. It is also home to the famous Trinetra Ganesh Temple, attracting many devotees and visitors. Overnight at hotel.

20 Mar.             RANTHAMBHORE
Early morning and late evening jungle safari to see the rare Indian tigers in full glory at the Ranthambhore National Park. Overnight at hotel.

21 Mar.         RANTHAMBHORE / FATEHPUR SIKRI / AGRA BY SURFACE

(250 KM/ 06 HRS)
Later leave for Agra by surface enroute visiting Fatehpur Sikri the imper ial city of the Mughal dynasty built by Akbar. Upon arrival check in at hotel. Evening visit Agra Fort. The fort is really a city within a city, which embraces the Moti Masjid, the Diwan-I-Am or the Hall of Public Audiences, the Diwan-I-Khas or the Hall of Private Audiences, the Octagonal Tower and many more monuments”.  Overnight at hotel.

22 Mar.         AGRA {HOLI CELEBRATION}
Breakfast at Hotel.

Post breakfast experience the Festival of Colors, Holi, arguably one of the most popular festivals of India. Spring-time is synonymous with festivity and the best reflection of that is the festival of Holi. Resplendent with vibrant energy, Holi is not just a splash of colours but a myriad of experiences.

India’s most vivid, joyous festival; Holi celebrates the victory of good over evil, the arrival of spring and a time to play with colours. It’s an occasion that brings in unadulterated joy and mirth, fun and play, music and dance and of course, lots of bright colours. For many it is a festive day to meet others, play and laugh, forget and forgive, and repair broken relationships.

People celebrate Holi by splashing water and smearing each other with colours, which is also known as ‘Gulal’. They spray people with coloured powders while dancing and singing. Wearing white for Holi has become something of an unwritten rule; people usually wear white on Holi just so that have all the different shades of Holi colours stand out on their clothes. While enjoying the festivities you are bound to hear people saying Holi hai (It is Holi)!

There are always some things to keep in mind while celebrating the festival:

• Make sure that your face is well creamed/oiled before and after the play.
• Apply a thick coating of nail paint on your nails so that they remain protected and don’t get coloured!
• Oil your hair well, so that colour doesn’t stick on your hair and can be washed off easily later.
• Most import of all – have fun and enjoy the spirit of Holi.

Below items are including in Holy Celebration-:

• A pair of kurta – Pyjama
• Playing with herbal colors & pichkaris (water gun)
• Cultural event
• Lunch
• Bottle of beer

Overnight at hotel.

23 Mar.         AGRA – DELHI BY SURFACE (240 KM/ 05 HRS)

LEAVE DELHI
At Sunrise Visit Taj Mahal undoubtedly one of the most romantic buildings of the world. Renowned for its architectural magnificence and aesthetic beauty, it counts among man’s proudest creations to commemorate his love (Friday Closed).

Later drive back to Hotel for Breakfast.

Later leave for Delhi by surface

Upon arrival transfer to the International Airport to board the flight for onward destination.

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