Festivals of India

• Return international flights (economy class), departure city surcharges may apply

• 13 nights accommodation (standard or premium hotel option)

• Enjoy 17 meals (Standard Option)
• Enjoy 27 meals (Premium Option)

• English-speaking local guides
• Sightseeing and monument entry fees
• Welcome garland on arrival
• Complimentary gift on departure
• Airlines taxes and surcharges

• Transportation by air-conditioned vehicles

• Return airport transfers with meet and assist

• Arrive Early: Arrive up to 30 days before your tour starts. (Does not include hotel accommodation, meals or transfers)
• Stay Behind: Return up to 30 days after your tour concludes. (Does not include hotel accommodation, meals or transfers)
• Stopover Packages: Break up the long-haul flight with a stopover at a fantastic location. (See checkout for details)
• Optional Tours: Optional experiences and tours are available to add to your itinerary. (See checkout for details)
• Flight Upgrades: Upgrade to Business Class. (See checkout for details)
• Premium Accommodation: Upgrade your accommodation package. (See checkout for details)
• Preferred Airline: Fly with a preferred airline. (See checkout for details)

Please note: Extra charges may apply. See the Important Info section and checkout cart for fees and details.

Today depart from Australia (or New Zealand) for Delhi, India! Upon arrival, meet the tour representative and receive a welcome garland at the airport then transfer to your hotel accommodation.

Please note: due to flight scheduling and availability, some departures may occur on day 0. Flight times will be indicated on your final documentation which you will receive 4 - 6 weeks prior to departure.

Overnight: Delhi (Standard Or Premium Hotel Option)

Meals included: In-Flight

Please note: depending on your departure date, days 2 and 3 will be switched around accordingly in order to take part in the festivities.

Today, take part in the Diwali festival celebrations. Celebrated with great excitement and grandeur, Diwali, also known as Deepavali, is a Hindu festival that unites the whole of India. Traditionally believed to be a Hindu festival of wealth and prosperity, Diwali has become an occasion for everyone in India, regardless of their status and background. In the afternoon, visit the local market to witness the grandeur of this festival of lights. Continue the celebrations into the evening and witness the Puja (prayer) at the hotel, followed by a dinner.

Overnight: Delhi (Standard Or Premium Hotel Option)

Meals included: Breakfast; Dinner

Today, delve deeper into Delhi with a half-day city tour of Old Delhi. Visit Raj Ghat (where Mahatma Gandhi was cremated); Red Fort (made famous by Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan); and Jama Masjid (the largest mosque in India), which has three great gateways, four angle towers and two minarets constructed of alternating vertical strips of red sandstone and white marble. Enjoy a rickshaw ride through the vibrant Chandni Chowk market, a colourful shopping bazaar in Old Delhi.

This afternoon, relax as you travel from Delhi to Agra (approx. 230km) - the quintessential Mughal City. It is here you will witness the famed Taj Mahal. So awe-inspiring is the monument that Agra has been immortalized as the City of the Taj. As visitors walk down the narrow, bustling streets, they cannot help but wonder if the man contentedly smoking a hookah is a direct descendant of some bygone Mughal.

On arrival in Agra, check into your hotel and enjoy the remainder of the day at leisure.

Please note: Dinner will be included on this day if purchasing the premium package.

Overnight: Agra (Standard Or Premium Hotel Option)

Meals included: Breakfast

Early risers can take the opportunity to head to the Taj Mahal and experience the monument just after sunrise (not included), then return to the hotel for breakfast. After breakfast, everyone will embark on a city tour, including a visit to the Taj Mahal, built by the Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan in 1630 to enshrine the mortal remains of his queen, Mumtaz Mahal. Besides the Taj, you will visit the Agra Fort (also called the Red Fort), which makes for a spectacular sight.

Please note: Dinner will be included on this day if purchasing the premium package.

Optional Activity: Early Morning Taj Mahal Experience - Approximately 1650 Rupees per person (payable on tour)

Overnight: Agra (Standard Or Premium Hotel Option)

Meals included: Breakfast

Today, after breakfast, travel to Bharatpur (approx. 70km), a bird lover’s paradise, home to more than 370 bird species. This afternoon, you will experience a bird-watching tour by rickshaw. If luck permits, you could spot 50-100 species that call Bharatpur home. Bharatpur is one of the only two known wintering haunts of the Siberian Crane.

Afterwards, head to your hotel, where you will enjoy the remainder of the day at leisure.

Please note: Dinner will be included on this day if purchasing the premium package.

Overnight: Bharatpur (Standard Or Premium Hotel Option)

Meals included: Breakfast

Enjoy breakfast before setting out for Jaipur (approx. 200 km). Along the way, visit the Chand Baori Step Well, which is opposite a temple called Harshat Mata Temple. It is believed that the step well has a religious connection, and that’s the reason it was built in front of the temple. Upon arrival, check in to your hotel and enjoy the remainder of the day at leisure.

The picturesque capital of Rajasthan, Jaipur, is instantly recognisable for its pink-washed buildings, a colour associated with hospitality in Rajput culture. There is a timeless appeal to Jaipur’s colourful bazaars, where one can shop for Rajasthani textiles and trinkets. The beautifully laid out gardens and parks, attractive monuments and heritage hotels, once the residence of Maharajas, are all worth a look.

Please note: Dinner will be included on this day if purchasing the premium package.

Overnight: Jaipur (Standard Or Premium Hotel Option)

Meals included: Breakfast; Dinner

Enjoy a full-day city sightseeing tour of Jaipur. Begin with a morning excursion to Amber Fort. Located 11km from Jaipur, it was the old fort of the Kachhwaha clan of Amber. Built of white marble and red sandstone, the fort looks even more attractive because of the Maota Lake in the foreground.
This afternoon, visit the City Palace, the former royal residence, built in a blend of the Rajasthani and Mughal styles; Jantar Mantar, the largest of the five observatories built by Sawai Jai Singh; and Hawa Mahal or the Palace of Winds, which was constructed for the royal ladies to watch royal processions without being seen. Afterwards, enjoy an Indian costume-tying demonstration, then visit the Lakshmi Narayan Temple.
Please note: Dinner will be included on this day if purchasing the premium package.

Overnight: Jaipur (Standard Or Premium Hotel Option)

Meals included: Breakfast

After breakfast, drive to Jodhpur (approx. 340km day). Upon arrival, check in at the hotel and enjoy the remainder of the day at leisure.

Set at the edge of the Thar Desert, the imperial city of Jodhpur echoes tales of antiquity in the emptiness of the desert. The city's graceful palaces, forts and temples bring the historic grandeur to life. At the same time, exquisite handicrafts, folk dances, music and brightly attired people lend a romantic aura to the city.

Please note: Dinner will be included on this day if purchasing the premium package.

Overnight: Jodhpur (Standard Or Premium Hotel Option)

Meals included: Breakfast

Relax over breakfast before taking the day to explore the many sights of Jodhpur, including Jaswant Thada, a cluster of royal cenotaphs built in memory of Maharaja Jaswant Singh II and Umaid Bhawan Palace, the only 20th-century palace built under the famine relief project that gave employment to the famine struck population. It was completed in 14 years.

Please note: Dinner will be included on this day if purchasing the premium package.

Overnight: Jodhpur (Standard Or Premium Hotel Option)

Meals included: Breakfast

After breakfast, travel onwards to Pushkar (approx. 185 km). 

Characterised by a picturesque valley, mountainous regions, and several important pilgrimage sites, Pushkar is a must-visit for many tourists to India. It marks one of India's most revered Hindu pilgrimage sites and houses the only temple in the world dedicated to Lord Brahma. 

Enjoy an afternoon tour of Pushkar, visiting the Brahma Temple, constructed using marble and stone slabs and beautifully painted in shades of blue and red. Also, visit Pushkar Lake, which is surrounded by almost 500 temples. The lake has 52 ghats, steps leading to the water, each of which was once the personal ghats for the 52 Maharajas of Rajasthan who performed sacred rituals here. Walk through the town's narrow lanes to see the bustling street market and crafts.

Finish the day at your hotel, where you may enjoy the remainder of the day at leisure.

Please note: Dinner will be included on this day if purchasing the premium package.

Overnight: Pushkar (Standard Or Premium Hotel Option)

Meals included: Breakfast

Today, join in the festivities and fun of the 100-year-old sprawling Pushkar Camel Fair. The locals dress up in traditional clothing during this much-awaited camel fair. The soulful tunes of the Rajasthani folk songs will make your time unforgettable. The day of the full moon, according to legend, is when the Hindu god Brahma sprung up the Pushkar Lake; thus, numerous people continue to swim in its sacred waters. This iconic fair attracts thousands of livestock and almost a million tourists, including many from across the world.

Please note: Dinner will be included on this day if purchasing the premium package.

Overnight: Pushkar (Standard Or Premium Hotel Option)

Meals included: Breakfast

After breakfast, travel to Delhi (approximately 400 km per day) and enjoy lunch at a hotel. The journey is approx. 5 - 6 hrs. On arrival in Delhi, you will be transferred to the hotel, where you may enjoy the remainder of the day at leisure.

Please note: Dinner will be included on this day if purchasing the premium package.

Overnight: Delhi (Standard Or Premium Hotel Option)

Meals included: Breakfast; Lunch

After breakfast, enjoy a half-day city tour of New Delhi. Visit Laxminarayan Temple - dedicated to Lakshmi, the goddess of prosperity and good fortune - and India Gate, a 42m high stone of triumph and war memorial. The tour continues with a visit to Rashtrapati Bhawan, the palace-like building home to the President of India. Afterwards, visit the beautiful Lotus Temple, a Bahai house of worship. Adherents of any faith can visit, pray or meditate. 

Finish the day back at the hotel, where you will be treated to a farewell dinner.

Overnight: Delhi (Standard Or Premium Hotel Option)

Meals included: Breakfast; Dinner

Today, be transferred to the airport to board your return flight to Australia (or New Zealand). Please note: if your flight departs early, breakfast will be arranged for pick up from the hotel reception the night before. For travellers with evening flights, luggage storage will be available at hotel reception.

Meals included: Breakfast; In-Flight

After purchase, you will receive a receipt and a Purchase Confirmation, directing you to an online Passenger Information Form. You must complete the Passenger Information Form within 72 hours of purchase.

Any special requests, preferences and optional extras MUST be clearly stated in your Passenger Information Form. Any change requested after submitting your Passenger Information Form cannot be guaranteed, is strictly subject to availability and will incur surcharges as outlined in the Schedule of Fees below.

On purchasing this Travel Offer, you are bound by the General Terms and Conditions and the specific terms and conditions outlined in this Important Information. 

Please note: All countries and territories have different entry requirements in relation to vaccinations, quarantine/isolation periods and travel restrictions. Due to the evolving nature, we would ask all of our customers to monitor, meet and adhere to the specific requirements of their intended destination(s) in the lead-up to and immediately before travel, as well as any requirements post-travel upon their return.

CANCELLATION POLICY

Tour packages are non-refundable. If your tour package is affected by Covid-19-related travel restrictions and you are unable to travel, you will receive either a free date change (credit that is specific to your original package and purchase value) or an open credit less any non-recoverable supplier fees to the value of your original purchase for use on any other tour or package available via the TripADeal website.

Please note: Date change credits are subject to availability and not guaranteed until confirmed by TripADeal, not the tour operator you are due to stay with.

We recommend you consider purchasing travel insurance with Covid-19 protection. The standard cancellation policy will apply if you cannot travel because you have tested positive for Covid-19.

Please note: All additional charges are payable in AUD (unless otherwise stated). 

This travel offer is valid for travel on selected dates until the 31st October 2024.

This travel offer is priced per person based on a twin share.  

Single Traveller Supplement

For solo travellers, a mandatory single supplement applies:

Standard Package: $550

Premium Package: $850

Please note: accommodation for single customers who are travelling on a tour or cruise package may be in a single room, depending on availability.

Departure Dates

2024

October: 30*, 31

Please note: See checkout for live dates and availability.

Surcharges

• Dates/months with a * incur a high season surcharge of $300 per person

Departure Cities

Sydney, Melbourne, *Brisbane, *Adelaide, Perth or *Auckland

Departure City Surcharges

Brisbane and Adelaide: $100 per person

Auckland: $500 per person

International Full-Service Airline(s) Used

• Cabin Class: Economy Class

• Airlines: Singapore Airlines, Air India, Malaysia Airlines, Emirates, Qantas Airways, Cathay Pacific, Thai Airways, Sri Lankan Airlines and partners (subject to availability).

Please note: We cannot accommodate one-way flights. Travellers must take all included flights within the package, and any flights intentionally forfeited will result in later flights being subject to cancellation. 

Missed Flights 

If you fail to arrive for your outbound flight, you risk all flight and land arrangements in your destination being automatically cancelled by the airlines and land operator, respectively. Additional fees may apply to reinstate these services. If you miss your flight for whatever reason, please contact us as soon as possible to make arrangements. 

Preferred Airline Surcharge

• Cabin Class: Economy Class

• Singapore Airlines: $250 per person 

Please note: 

• Preferred airlines are subject to availability. If we are unable to fulfil your request, the above extra cost will be refunded.

• On any upgrade purchase, short-haul flights and domestic flight sectors are not guaranteed, subject to aircraft configuration.

• In the event that a purchased stopover package and a purchased preferred airline upgrade are not compatible, you will have the option to receive a refund for the preferred airline upgrade or be offered an alternative stopover city option, e.g if you choose to fly with Singapore Airlines you cannot stopover in Dubai.

• Preferred airline refers to the marketing carrier and could include codeshare partners. 

Arrive Early in Delhi, India

$300 AUD per person, subject to availability

High season dates range up to $700 per person, subject to availability 

Please note:

• This fee does not include extra nights' accommodation, meals or airport transfers.

• You may book a date to arrive early via our website but only a date that is within 30 days of the tour departure date. If you wish to arrive earlier than 30 days before your tour departure date, please call our friendly staff for availability and pricing. Additional costs may apply

• No flight booking changes or cancellations are permitted after air tickets have been issued.

• Flight changes are subject to availability at the time of booking.

• A high season arrive early can be purchased for up to $700 per person, subject to availability.

• High season surcharges apply to flights departing between the below date ranges (only available for purchase over the phone):

• 23rd September 2024 - 20th October 2024

• 6th December 2024 - 31st January 2025

Stay Behind in Delhi, India

$300 AUD per person, subject to availability

High season dates range up to $700 per person, subject to availability 

Please note:

• This fee does not include extra nights' accommodation, meals or airport transfers.

• A stay behind can only be booked up to one month after your package end date upon check-out. Should you wish to stay later, please contact us to request availability. Additional costs may apply.

• No flight booking changes or cancellations are permitted after air tickets have been issued.

• Flight changes are subject to availability at the time of booking.

• A high season stay behind can be purchased for up to $700 per person, subject to availability.

• High season surcharges apply to flights departing between the below date ranges (only available for purchase over the phone):

• 23rd September 2024 - 20th October 2024

• 6th December 2024 - 31st January 2025

Stopover Packages 

* Singapore

Twin share: $1200 per person/one way

Solo Traveller: $1800 one way

* Hong Kong

Twin share: $1200 per person/one way

Solo Traveller: $1800 one way

* Kuala Lumpur

Twin share: $800 per person/one way

Solo Traveller: $1500 one way

Includes:

• 2 nights in 4-star accommodation

• Daily breakfast

• Return airport transfers 

Please note: 

• When a pre and post-tour stopover is chosen, the same stopover location must be chosen each way, due to the airline used.

• When selecting an Arrive Early or Stay Behind in conjunction with a Stopover Package, the stopover will take place after the departure date you select for your Arrive Early or Stay Behind.

• Stopover packages are subject to availability.

• In the event that a purchased stopover package and a purchased preferred airline upgrade are not compatible, you will have the option to receive a refund for the preferred airline upgrade or be offered an alternative stopover city option, e.g. if you choose to fly with Singapore Airlines you cannot stopover in Dubai.

Flight Class Upgrades

Business or Premium Economy Class: For pricing, please refer to the payment cart at checkout.

Please note:

• Flight upgrades are subject to availability and pricing changes (if we cannot fulfil your request, the upgrade cost will be refunded).

• On any upgrade purchase, short-haul flights and domestic flight sectors are not guaranteed

Accommodation Used:

Standard Properties:

Delhi: Sk Premium Park or similar

Agra: Howard Plaza or similar

Bharatpur: Regenta Resort or similar

Jaipur: Jaipur Central or similar

Jodhpur: Chandra inn or similar

Pushkar: Pushkar Bagh or similar

Premium Properties: 

Delhi: ITC Welcome Dwarka or similar

Agra: Clarks Shiraz or similar

Bharatpur: Laxmi Vilas Palace or similar

Jaipur: KK Royal & Convention or similar

Jodhpur: Marugarh Resort or similar

Pushkar: Aaram Bagh or similar

Please note: Accommodation/rooms offered are based on a lead-in room type and are subject to availability based on seasonality. In the instance a property is not available, a similar standard of accommodation will be provided. Properties will be confirmed and included in your travel pack, which you will receive 4-6 weeks before travel.

Extra Nights

Not available  

Maximum Room Capacity

2 people.

Child Policy

• No child discounts. The full price applies to all children travelling with their parents.

• Valid for children 8 years old and over.

Please note: Children must be accompanied by a responsible adult 18 years old and over to travel. No unaccompanied minors are allowed.

Triple Share

Not available

Bedding Configuration

Twin or Double bedding (subject to availability).

Minimum group size 4, maximum group size 20 per vehicle.

Optional Tours/Activities

Day 4: Early Morning at Taj Mahal Experience - approx. 1650 rupees

Please note:

• Prices are based per person, are subject to availability, time permitting and weather conditions, and are payable directly to the tour operator in the currency specified. 

• Some tours require minimum numbers to operate.

• Visa fees and requirements 

• Meals/beverages not stated in the deal offer

• Optional gratuities/tipping 

• Optional activities/tours 

• Personal expenses

• Travel insurance

• Mandatory city tax

ACCOMMODATION TERMINOLOGY USE

Standard:

A Standard property offers clean and basic accommodation. In-house facilities such as restaurants, luggage handling, and fitness and recreation facilities are limited or unavailable. Guest rooms include a private bathroom and minimal additional amenities. The location may vary from central areas to properties that may require public transport, taxi or rideshare to the centre at your own expense.

Premium:

Premium properties offer a higher level of service and comfort, fine dining establishments, room service and well-designed public areas. There is a greater focus on individual services such as concierge, porters, and spa facilities. Guest rooms are well-appointed and have quality bedding, bath products and a range of in-room amenities. They generally have easy access to various dining, entertainment and shopping options. 

TOUR GUIDE VS. TOUR LEADER

Tour Guide: 

Often locals with intimate knowledge of an area, its culture, and history. Their role entails providing commentary, routing the tour, and seeing that people have a good time. They are a licensed, qualified expert who supplies specific information on the history, art, architecture and culture of the city/village/attraction where they are guiding the tour. The guide meets the group at the required place and leaves it at the end of the tour; they do not travel with the group. 

Tour Leader: 

An experienced person tasked with ensuring the smooth operation of tours, as well as providing practical support to passengers throughout the whole trip. Their role primarily includes assisting with accommodation, transportation between locations, and communication with tour guides at each stop. A tour leader may provide general guidance around a city or village and offer information on the place visited on the bus. However, they are not required to have specific art, architecture, or historical knowledge. They are not allowed to provide a guided tour or commentary of a city/village/attraction once there and, if caught doing so, can be fined.  

Please note: Tour leaders/guides are not a standard inclusion in all travel offers. Tour leaders/guides will only be made available when required to enhance the experience of the destination featured. 

CLIMATE & AVERAGE TEMPERATURES

Rajasthan Region: 

The days are sunny and quite warm while nights are cool during November. This is the best time to visit Rajasthan, creating a perfect ambience for exploring the princely state. 

Delhi:

Delhi is warm and dry at this time of year, with an average temperature of 20°C, highs of 27°C and lows of a cool 13°C after dark. With such big changes in temperature from day to night, you’ll need to come prepared with summer clothes and warm layers.

FLIGHTS

Seat Selection & Frequent Flyer Points:

We do not arrange seat selection. It is essential to highlight that some airlines do not allow pre-selected seats. We strongly suggest you contact the airline directly with seating allocation requirements and/or arrive at the airport earlier to arrange your seating. While we do not add frequent flyer member details to bookings, you can do this directly with the airline once you have your flight information.

Passport Validity:

Customers must provide valid passport details either at the time of purchase or no later than 45 days before the departure date. Failure to do so may result in the cancellation of the booking. Customers will be responsible for any costs and fees incurred in this instance.

COACH TOUR

Meals:

For meals not included, the tour leader (when available) will offer assistance with reservations, suggestions and directions to local restaurants. It is your responsibility to notify us of any dietary requests/requirements. Please note: We will do our best to meet your requests/requirements; however, we cannot guarantee that we will always be able to.

Luggage:

You will be responsible for all your personal belongings whilst on tour. You must carry your own luggage from the vehicle to the hotel room and back to the vehicle. The driver will assist with the uploading and unloading of bags from the vehicle.

OTHER

Mobility:

If you require wheelchair access please contact our friendly sales and service team to inquire on your behalf.

Fitness Level Required:

A leisurely level of fitness will be required. 

Leisurely is described as light walking, including up multiple stairs, and occasional hiking, may involve uneven surfaces. Able to travel unassisted and get on and off vehicles and small boats. Suitable for most fitness levels and mobility. 

Please note: If you have any concerns please consult your healthcare provider prior to purchase/travel.

Gratuities / Tipping:

Land

Gratuities (tips) are not included for the services of the tour leader (when available) and driver throughout the tour. 300 rupees per person per day. This covers the guide/leader and the driver and will be collected on tour. 

Please note: tipping for services provided is always a matter of personal discretion; however, please be aware that many locals consider tipping part of their normal remuneration, and they may approach you for payment; there's no need to be intimidated by the request.

Sightseeing:

Please note: If entry to a site is affected by changes in operating hours or public holiday closures, your itinerary, where possible, may be adjusted, or a similar activity will be offered in its place (subject to availability).

Shopping: 

Shopping overseas can be a daunting and confusing experience, especially when there is a language barrier. Please be very cautious when foreign currencies and prices are involved. If paying by credit card, please pay close attention to the amount you are being charged and keep all your receipts. 

Do not make any purchases you are not comfortable with or feel pressured into. If you are uncertain or need assistance with the language barrier, please seek assistance from your Tour Guide/Leader.

Please refer to our Terms and Conditions regarding shopping for further information.

India

A Tourist Visa for India is a strict requirement if travelling on an Australian or New Zealand passport. You will be able to start your Visa application process once you receive your final travel documentation approximately 6 weeks prior to departure.

Important: 

• Please start arranging your visa three weeks before departure to account for any delays due to consulate operating hours.

• Visa rules may have changed since Covid-19. Some countries and airlines may require you to obtain an additional visa before arrival. Please check with the nearest embassy, consulate or immigration department of the destination you're entering.

Please note: 

• Passengers who are not Australian citizens must also check with the respective consulate or visa agency to determine what their visa requirements are and what personal identification is required.

• It is also important to note that some areas of employment, such as journalism, government authorities and charity organisations, may have additional restrictions in applying for visas. This may, in turn, affect the type of application required.

Embarking on your next trip is exciting, and while you hope the unexpected does not happen, it is best to be prepared. We strongly recommend you take out travel insurance when making your booking. Whether it’s a potential medical emergency, a flight cancellation, a delayed suitcase, or an unforeseen event, it's important to ensure you're adequately protected. For more information or advice visit https://www.tripadeal.com.au/travel-insurance 

Voluntary Changes

This includes booking changes requested by you, including but not limited to those changes requiring an airline ticket or a Purchase Confirmation reissue.

• Changes - $100 AUD per booking and any additional charges applied by the airline/cruise company/accommodation/other travel providers.

Name Changes Due To Passenger Error

• If the incorrect name has been provided, charges of $100 AUD per booking and any additional charges applied by the airline/cruise company/accommodation/other travel providers.

Supplier Fees

In the event the tour package you have purchased is unable to proceed, and/or a travel Supplier is unable to fulfil the tour due to external circumstances (Limitation of Liability e.g. a Force Majeure event), there may be a fee or amount of money that is withheld by our Suppliers and is unrecoverable. This may be due to non-refundable airline tickets, cancellation penalties with cruise cabins or unrecoverable payments with our land/accommodation partners. If refunds are not available from Suppliers, we will endeavour to obtain a travel credit on the best terms available and communicate these outcomes to you. In the event we are unable to obtain a refund or travel service credit, or part thereof, this cost is passed on to the customer as a Supplier Fee.