Diwali Tour Package 2026: Itinerary, Cab, Hotel and Family Trip Planning Guide
Diwali tour package 2026 guide: dates, 2 and 3 days trip itinerary, cab, hotel and cost tips, family, couple and group tours from Delhi, Mumbai, Lucknow and UP.
Diwali Tour Package 2026: Itinerary, Cab, Hotel and Family Trip Planning Guide
Quick Answer
Diwali is on Sunday, 8 November 2026. The festival runs from Dhanteras on Friday, 6 November to Bhai Dooj on Wednesday, 11 November, so a Diwali tour package 2026 is best planned between 5 and 11 November. A Diwali 2 days trip fits one city such as Ayodhya or Varanasi. A Diwali 3 days trip fits two nearby cities or one city seen without hurry. Before you pay for any Diwali travel package, get the hotel name, vehicle type, sightseeing list and total price in writing. Ram Mandir darshan in Ayodhya is free, and passes are issued only by the temple Trust.
| Key fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| Dhanteras | Friday, 6 November 2026 |
| Chhoti Diwali and Ayodhya Deepotsav evening | Saturday, 7 November 2026 |
| Diwali (Lakshmi Puja) | Sunday, 8 November 2026 |
| Govardhan Puja | Tuesday, 10 November 2026 |
| Bhai Dooj | Wednesday, 11 November 2026 |
| Dev Deepawali, Varanasi | Tuesday, 24 November 2026 |
| Train booking window | 60 days before the journey date on IRCTC |
| Ram Mandir darshan | Free; passes only from the Trust |
Table of Contents
- Diwali 2026 dates and the best travel window
- Types of Diwali packages explained
- Which package fits your need
- What is included and what is not
- How to pick the best Diwali destination
- Family, couple and group trips
- Diwali 2 days trip itineraries
- Diwali 3 days trip itineraries
- 5-day Diwali vacation package sample
- Packages from Delhi, Mumbai, Lucknow and UP
- Deepotsav evening plan
- Step-by-step Diwali travel plan
- Package or self-planned trip
- What decides the price
- What to send for a quote
- Ram Mandir darshan rules for package travellers
- Mistakes to avoid
- What to carry
- How Your Travel Partner helps
- FAQs
Diwali 2026 Dates and the Best Travel Window
A good Diwali itinerary starts with the calendar. In 2026 the main evening falls on a Sunday, which makes the Friday-to-Sunday stretch the busiest for trains, flights and hotels. The day after Diwali, Monday 9 November, is a gap day in the 2026 calendar because Govardhan Puja falls on Tuesday.
| Date | Day | Festival | What it means for your trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 Nov | Thursday | Day before Dhanteras | Good day to start the outward journey |
| 6 Nov | Friday | Dhanteras | Markets at their busiest in the evening |
| 7 Nov | Saturday | Chhoti Diwali | Deepotsav evening on the Saryu in Ayodhya |
| 8 Nov | Sunday | Diwali | Lakshmi Puja at home and in temples; many shops shut early |
| 9 Nov | Monday | Gap day | Lighter crowd at sights; good sightseeing day |
| 10 Nov | Tuesday | Govardhan Puja | Annakut in temples |
| 11 Nov | Wednesday | Bhai Dooj | Heavy return traffic |
Office and school holidays differ by state and employer, so match these dates with your own leave list before fixing a Diwali travel plan. The dates and puja timings are explained in detail in our Diwali 2026 guide.
Types of Diwali Packages Explained
Travel companies use many names for the same product. The table shows how the terms are used in this guide, so that you can compare two quotes on equal terms. Always read the inclusion list, not the name.
| Package name | What it normally covers | Suits |
|---|---|---|
| Diwali travel package | Transport, stay and sightseeing in one booking | First-time visitors |
| Diwali holiday package | Stay and leisure time, with light sightseeing | Families who want rest |
| Diwali trip package | A short 1 to 3 day plan to one city | Weekend travellers |
| Diwali vacation package | A longer plan of 4 days or more across cities | People with a full week of leave |
| Diwali pilgrimage tour | Temple darshan, aarti and ghats in a fixed order | Devotees and senior citizens |
| Diwali taxi package | Car with driver for point-to-point or outstation travel | Those who have booked their own hotel |
| Diwali cab package | Car with driver kept for the full day or full trip | Families and small groups |
| Diwali sightseeing package | Local sights in a set order, with or without guide | Visitors already in the city |
| Diwali hotel package | Room nights, usually with breakfast | Those who arrive by their own car |
Diwali travel package and Diwali trip package
A Diwali travel package is the complete version: pick-up, stay, local transport and sightseeing. A Diwali trip package is the shorter form, usually built around one city and one main event such as Deepotsav. If you have only the weekend of 7 and 8 November, ask for a Diwali trip package. If you want everything handled from the station to the hotel and back, ask for a full Diwali travel package.
Diwali holiday package and Diwali vacation package
A Diwali holiday package gives more free time and fewer fixed stops. A Diwali vacation package is longer and usually joins two or three cities, for example Lucknow, Ayodhya and Varanasi. The longer the plan, the more the road hours matter, so check the driving time for each day of a Diwali vacation package before agreeing to it.
Diwali taxi package and Diwali cab package
Both mean a car with a driver. In this guide a Diwali taxi package is a point-to-point or outstation transfer, such as Lucknow airport to Ayodhya. A Diwali cab package keeps the same car and driver with you for the whole day or the whole trip. For either one, confirm these five points in writing:
- Vehicle type and seating capacity.
- Whether the price is per kilometre or a fixed amount.
- Toll, parking and state tax: included or extra.
- Driver allowance and night charge, if any.
- Pick-up point and time, with the driver's phone number a day before.
You can check vehicle options on our cab service page.
Diwali sightseeing package and Diwali hotel package
A Diwali sightseeing package covers only the local round. It is useful when your train and room are already booked. A Diwali hotel package covers only the stay. During the festival, the location of the hotel matters more than its star rating, because roads near ghats and temples are often closed to vehicles in the evening. Ask how far the hotel is on foot from the main event. A Diwali trip package that looks cheap often places you several kilometres away.
Diwali pilgrimage tour
A Diwali pilgrimage tour is planned around darshan timings, not around shopping or leisure. It should leave room for queues, for the walk from the vehicle drop point, and for rest. In Ayodhya the common order is Hanuman Garhi first, then Ram Mandir, then Kanak Bhawan, with Saryu aarti in the evening. A Diwali pilgrimage tour for elders should also include short e-rickshaw rides between these points; see our e-rickshaw service.
Which Package Fits Your Need
Start from your situation, not from the brochure. The table matches common situations with the type of booking that solves them.
| Your situation | Ask for |
|---|---|
| You want one bill for everything | Diwali travel package |
| You have only the weekend of 7 and 8 November | Diwali trip package |
| You have a full week of leave | Diwali vacation package |
| Your parents mainly want darshan and aarti | Diwali pilgrimage tour |
| Your hotel is booked and you need only the station or airport transfer | Diwali taxi package |
| You want one car and driver for all days | Diwali cab package |
| You are already in the city for a day | Diwali sightseeing package |
| You are driving your own car | Diwali hotel package |
| You are travelling with children and elders | Diwali family trip plan with a slower pace |
| You are an office, society or friends' group of ten or more | Diwali group tour with one coordinator |
Two types can be combined. A common choice is a Diwali hotel package booked directly and a Diwali cab package added for the days of sightseeing. Our packages page lists the plans we arrange, and each can be changed to suit your dates.
What Is Included and What Is Not
Most disputes after a tour come from items that were assumed, not written. Use this table as a checklist for any Diwali tour package 2026 quote.
| Item | Ask the operator |
|---|---|
| Hotel | Name, room type, number of rooms, check-in and check-out time |
| Meals | Which meals, on which days |
| Vehicle | Model, AC or non-AC, hours and kilometres per day |
| Sightseeing | Exact list of places for each day |
| Entry tickets and boat rides | Included or paid by you on the spot |
| Guide | Included or optional |
| Train or flight tickets | Included or booked by you |
| Taxes | GST included in the total or added later |
| Cancellation | Refund amount for each cut-off date |
Temple darshan is not a paid item. No operator can sell Ram Mandir darshan or a darshan pass as part of a package.
How to Pick the Best Diwali Destination
There is no single best Diwali destination for everyone. The right choice depends on what you want to see on the main evening and how far you can travel. The table lists what each city is known for on these dates.
| City | Main event | Key date in 2026 | Good for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ayodhya | Deepotsav on the Saryu ghats, Ram Mandir darshan | 7 November evening | Pilgrims, families |
| Varanasi | Ganga aarti, lit ghats; Dev Deepawali later in the month | 8 November; 24 November | Pilgrims, photographers |
| Jaipur | Lit markets of the old city | 6 to 8 November | Couples, shoppers |
| Amritsar | Bandi Chhor Divas at the Golden Temple | 8 November | Families, groups |
| Kolkata | Kali Puja | 8 November night | Culture lovers |
If Ram Mandir darshan is your priority, Ayodhya is the best Diwali destination for you, because Deepotsav and darshan fit in the same visit. If you want lit bazaars and palaces, Rajasthan suits better. Each city is covered in detail in our guides to the best places to celebrate Diwali, Rajasthan Diwali 2026, Amritsar Diwali 2026 and Kolkata Diwali 2026.
The best Diwali tour is the one that puts you in the right place on the right evening. A plan that reaches Ayodhya on 8 November misses Deepotsav, which is held the evening before. Check the event date first, then book. When two operators both claim to offer the best Diwali tour, compare the evening plan of each for 7 and 8 November; that single row usually settles it.
Family, Couple and Group Trips
| Traveller | Main need | Vehicle that usually fits | Ask for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diwali family trip | Short walks, clean rooms, fixed meal times | SUV or MUV for 5 to 7 people | Hotel close to the temple area |
| Diwali couple trip | Privacy, flexible timing, evening views | Sedan | Room with a good location, late check-out if available |
| Diwali group tour | One vehicle, one bill, one coordinator | Tempo traveller or mini bus | Rooms on the same floor, group meal plan |
Diwali family trip
A Diwali family trip usually includes children and elders, so the plan must be slower than a normal tour. Keep one main activity in the morning and one in the evening. Leave the afternoon free. For a Diwali family trip with senior citizens, ask about wheelchair availability at the temple and book an e-rickshaw for the inner lanes where cars are not allowed. Ready-made plans for a Diwali family trip are on our packages page.
Diwali couple trip
A Diwali couple trip works best with two nights in one city instead of one night each in two cities. Plan the lamp-lit evening first: the Saryu ghats in Ayodhya, a boat on the Ganga in Varanasi, or the old-city markets of Jaipur. A sedan is enough for a Diwali couple trip, and a hotel within walking distance of the ghat saves time when roads are closed. Ask for a Diwali couple trip plan that keeps the Diwali evening itself unscheduled.
Diwali group tour
For ten or more people, a tempo traveller from our cab service keeps everyone together. A Diwali group tour needs one person in the group to hold the final list of names, ages and ID proofs. Share it with the operator in one message. Fix the room sharing before the quote is made, because the price of a Diwali group tour changes with the number of rooms more than with the number of people. Agree on a meeting point at every stop, since mobile networks slow down in festival crowds.
Diwali 2 Days Trip Itineraries
A Diwali 2 days trip is enough for one city. Two sample plans are given below. The time slots are a guide; actual darshan time depends on the queue that day.
Ayodhya in 2 days (7 and 8 November)
| Day | Slot | Plan |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1, Saturday 7 Nov | Morning | Arrive at Ayodhya Dham Junction, Ayodhya Cantt or the airport; transfer to hotel |
| Late morning | Hanuman Garhi, Dashrath Mahal and Kanak Bhawan | |
| Afternoon | Lunch and rest; reach the ghat area well before sunset | |
| Evening | Deepotsav at Ram Ki Paidi and the Saryu ghats | |
| Day 2, Sunday 8 Nov | Early morning | Ram Mandir darshan |
| Late morning | Guptar Ghat or Bharat Kund at Nandigram | |
| Afternoon | Check-out and departure, or stay for the Diwali evening lamps |
Varanasi in 2 days (8 and 9 November)
| Day | Slot | Plan |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1, Sunday 8 Nov | Morning | Arrive and check in |
| Afternoon | Kashi Vishwanath Temple darshan | |
| Evening | Ganga aarti at Dashashwamedh Ghat and the lit ghats by boat | |
| Day 2, Monday 9 Nov | Sunrise | Morning boat ride from Assi Ghat |
| Late morning | Sarnath | |
| Afternoon | Departure |
For a Diwali 2 days trip, avoid adding a second city. The road between Ayodhya and Varanasi is about 200 to 220 km, and doing it inside a two-day plan leaves little time at either place.
Diwali 3 Days Trip Itineraries
A Diwali 3 days trip gives one extra day, which can be used either for a relaxed single-city stay or for a second city.
Lucknow, Ayodhya and Varanasi in 3 days (7 to 9 November)
| Day | Route | Plan |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1, Sat 7 Nov | Lucknow to Ayodhya, about 135 km | Morning drive, Hanuman Garhi and Kanak Bhawan after lunch, Deepotsav in the evening |
| Day 2, Sun 8 Nov | Ayodhya to Varanasi, about 200 to 220 km | Early Ram Mandir darshan, drive after breakfast, Ganga aarti on Diwali evening |
| Day 3, Mon 9 Nov | Varanasi | Sunrise boat ride, Kashi Vishwanath darshan, Sarnath, departure |
Ayodhya in 3 days at an easy pace (6 to 8 November)
| Day | Plan |
|---|---|
| Day 1, Fri 6 Nov (Dhanteras) | Arrival, rest, Saryu aarti at Naya Ghat in the evening, market walk |
| Day 2, Sat 7 Nov | Hanuman Garhi, Ram Mandir darshan, Kanak Bhawan; Deepotsav in the evening |
| Day 3, Sun 8 Nov (Diwali) | Guptar Ghat, Bharat Kund, Suraj Kund; departure or Diwali evening in Ayodhya |
Jaipur in 3 days (6 to 8 November)
| Day | Plan |
|---|---|
| Day 1, Fri 6 Nov | Arrival, City Palace, Jantar Mantar, Hawa Mahal; Dhanteras evening in Johari Bazaar |
| Day 2, Sat 7 Nov | Amber Fort in the morning; old-city market lights in the evening |
| Day 3, Sun 8 Nov | Albert Hall area, Nahargarh for the view of the lit city; departure next morning |
A Diwali 3 days trip that covers two cities should have the long drive in the middle of the day, not in the evening, because the evening is the main part of the festival.
Diwali Vacation Package: A 5-Day Sample Route
If you have leave from Friday to Tuesday, a longer Diwali vacation package can join four cities of Uttar Pradesh in one line, without doubling back. This sample works as a Diwali pilgrimage tour as well, since it covers the Saryu, the Sangam and the Ganga.
| Day | Route | Plan |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1, Fri 6 Nov | Arrive Lucknow | Bara Imambara and Rumi Darwaza; Dhanteras evening in Hazratganj |
| Day 2, Sat 7 Nov | Lucknow to Ayodhya, about 135 km | Hanuman Garhi, Kanak Bhawan; Deepotsav in the evening |
| Day 3, Sun 8 Nov | Ayodhya to Prayagraj, about 165 km | Early Ram Mandir darshan; drive after breakfast; Diwali evening in Prayagraj |
| Day 4, Mon 9 Nov | Prayagraj to Varanasi, about 120 km | Morning boat to Triveni Sangam; drive; Ganga aarti at Dashashwamedh Ghat |
| Day 5, Tue 10 Nov | Varanasi | Kashi Vishwanath darshan, Sarnath, departure |
In a five-day Diwali vacation package no single drive is longer than about four hours, which keeps every evening free. Keep the same car for all five days, so that luggage stays in the vehicle on transfer days. A cab with driver for the full route is simpler than booking a new car in each city.
Packages From Delhi, Mumbai, Lucknow and UP
The starting city decides the transport part of your plan, whether it is a Diwali package from Delhi, a Diwali package from Mumbai, a Diwali package from Lucknow or a Diwali package from UP towns nearby. The table gives the usual ways to reach Ayodhya. Distances are approximate road distances. Check current train and flight schedules on the official booking sites before fixing dates.
| From | Usual way to reach Ayodhya | Suggested trip length |
|---|---|---|
| Delhi | Train to Ayodhya Dham Junction or Ayodhya Cantt, or flight to Ayodhya airport; by road roughly 650 to 700 km | 3 days |
| Mumbai | Flight to Ayodhya or Lucknow, then cab; long-distance train as the budget option | 3 to 4 days |
| Lucknow | Cab, about 135 km by road | 2 days |
| Varanasi | Cab, about 200 to 220 km | 2 to 3 days |
| Prayagraj | Cab, about 165 km | 2 days |
| Gorakhpur | Cab or train, about 135 km | 2 days |
| Kanpur | Cab via Lucknow, about 215 km | 2 days |
Diwali package from Delhi
A Diwali package from Delhi normally begins with a train or a flight, not a road journey, because the drive is long. Ask whether the Diwali package from Delhi includes the ticket or starts from Ayodhya station. If it starts from Ayodhya, book your own train as early as the 60-day window allows and add a railway station pick-up. Three days is the comfortable length: one evening for Deepotsav, one morning for darshan and one day for the journey. For the return leg of a Diwali package from Delhi, book the train for 9 November or later if you want to see Diwali evening in Ayodhya too.
Diwali package from Mumbai
A Diwali package from Mumbai depends on the flight. Airfares rise close to the festival, so the flight should be booked first and the land plan fitted around it. If you land in Lucknow instead of Ayodhya, add about three hours of road travel each way. A Diwali package from Mumbai is better planned as 3 to 4 days, with an airport transfer fixed in advance for both ends. Because of the flight time, a Diwali package from Mumbai should not be squeezed into two days.
Diwali package from Lucknow
A Diwali package from Lucknow is the simplest, because Ayodhya is about 135 km away by road. Leave Lucknow early on 7 November to reach before the roads near the ghats are closed for Deepotsav. A Diwali package from Lucknow can be done as a 2 days trip with one night in Ayodhya, or extended to Varanasi on the third day. Most travellers on a Diwali package from Lucknow use an airport pick-up or a station pick-up at Lucknow and keep the same car till the end.
Diwali package from UP
A Diwali package from UP cities such as Varanasi, Prayagraj, Gorakhpur and Kanpur is usually a cab-based plan. The car stays with you, so luggage and elders are easier to manage. For a Diwali package from UP, ask the operator about the entry and parking arrangement in Ayodhya on Deepotsav day, because outside vehicles are often stopped at outer parking points during large events. A Diwali package from UP towns within 150 km can be done in two days, and from farther towns in three. Our tour packages can start from any of these cities.
Deepotsav Evening: How to Plan the Day
The evening of 7 November is the busiest few hours of the whole season in Ayodhya. The administration releases the official programme, traffic plan and entry rules close to the date, so the table below gives only the order of the day, not clock times.
| Part of the day | What to do |
|---|---|
| Morning | Finish temple visits that need a vehicle |
| Early afternoon | Lunch, rest, charge phones, leave extra bags at the hotel |
| Mid afternoon | Leave the car at the parking point and move towards the ghats on foot or by e-rickshaw where allowed |
| Before sunset | Take your place in the public viewing area |
| After dark | Watch the lamps and the evening programme |
| After the event | Wait for the first rush to pass, then walk back to the meeting point |
Write this order into your Diwali itinerary and share it with everyone in the group. A Diwali travel plan that keeps the afternoon empty on this day is the one that works. In our experience the best Diwali tour of Ayodhya is not the one with the most stops, but the one that reaches the ghat early and returns without a rush.
Step-by-Step Diwali Travel Plan
Follow these steps in order to build a Diwali travel plan that does not depend on last-minute luck.
- Fix the dates. Mark 6 to 11 November and choose the days you can actually travel.
- Choose the city. Decide the one evening you do not want to miss, then choose the city for it.
- Count the travellers. Note adults, children and seniors. This decides rooms and vehicle.
- Book the train or flight. IRCTC opens reservation 60 days before the journey date. Tatkal opens one day before the journey, at 10 AM for AC classes and 11 AM for non-AC classes.
- Book the hotel. Choose location first, then category.
- Book the cab. Confirm vehicle, charges and pick-up point in writing.
- Write the day-wise Diwali itinerary. One main activity in the morning and one in the evening.
- Reconfirm two days before. Get the driver's number, hotel confirmation and any traffic advisory for the event day.
| When | What to finish |
|---|---|
| As early as possible | Train or flight tickets |
| Three to four weeks before | Hotel and cab, with written confirmation |
| One week before | Final Diwali itinerary shared with every traveller |
| Two days before | Reconfirmation and driver details |
| Travel day | ID proofs, tickets and hotel voucher on phone and on paper |
Package or Self-Planned Trip
| Point | Package | Self-planned |
|---|---|---|
| Time spent on booking | Low; one contact | High; several bookings |
| Local knowledge of closures and parking | Comes with the operator | You must find out yourself |
| Flexibility | Within the agreed plan | Full |
| Who solves a problem on the day | The operator | You |
| Best for | First visit, elders, groups | Repeat visitors who book early |
A full Diwali travel package makes most sense on the peak dates, when a missed cab or a wrong hotel location is hard to fix. On 9 to 11 November, a simple Diwali taxi package for the transfers and a Diwali sightseeing package for one day may be all you need. Either way, keep a written Diwali travel plan with phone numbers for the hotel and the driver.
What Decides the Price
We have not printed prices in this guide, because festival rates change with the date and with availability. These are the factors that move the price of any Diwali holiday package:
| Factor | Effect on price |
|---|---|
| Travel dates | 7 and 8 November cost more than 9 to 11 November |
| Hotel location | Rooms near ghats and temples are priced higher |
| Number of rooms | The biggest part of the bill for groups |
| Vehicle type | Sedan, SUV and tempo traveller have different rates |
| Distance | Outstation kilometres, toll and state tax |
| Meals | Breakfast only, or all meals |
| How early you book | Late bookings have fewer choices |
When you compare two quotes for a Diwali holiday package, put them side by side on these seven rows. A lower total often means a farther hotel or a smaller vehicle.
What to Send When You Ask for a Quote
A clear enquiry gets a clear quote. Send these details in one message to any operator:
- Travel dates, with arrival and departure time if tickets are booked.
- Starting city: for example, whether you need a Diwali package from Delhi with train tickets, or only the land part from Ayodhya.
- Number of adults, children and senior citizens.
- Rooms needed and the hotel category you prefer.
- Type of booking: full plan, only a Diwali cab package, only a Diwali hotel package, or only a Diwali sightseeing package.
- Places you must see and places you can skip.
- Special needs: wheelchair, ground-floor room, Jain or satvik food.
Ask the operator to reply with the day-wise Diwali itinerary, the hotel name, the vehicle type and one total price. If you need only pick-up and drop, say so, and ask for a Diwali taxi package from the railway station or the airport.
Ram Mandir Darshan Rules for Package Travellers
- Darshan at Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Mandir is free for everyone.
- Aarti and darshan passes are also free and are issued only by Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust, on its official website online.srjbtkshetra.org or at its counter.
- No travel company, guide or agent is authorised to sell a pass. A package price can cover your hotel, cab and guide, never the darshan.
- Carry an original photo ID for every traveller.
- Check the current darshan timings and the list of items not allowed inside on the Trust website before you go, as they are revised from time to time.
Train tickets should be booked only on IRCTC or at railway counters.
Mistakes to Avoid
- Reaching on the wrong evening. Deepotsav in Ayodhya is on 7 November, not on Diwali night.
- Booking a far hotel to save money. Road closures can turn a short ride into a long walk.
- Planning the long drive at sunset. You lose the main part of the day.
- Paying for a "VIP darshan". No such paid pass exists for Ram Mandir.
- Accepting a quote without a hotel name. "Similar hotel" should be named too.
- Too many cities. Two cities in three days is the practical limit.
- No return ticket. The return rush after Bhai Dooj is as heavy as the outward rush.
- Paying the full amount in cash without a receipt. Ask for a written confirmation of every payment.
What to Carry
- Original photo ID for each person, and a copy on the phone.
- Printed train or flight tickets and hotel confirmation.
- Light woollens. Early November mornings and nights are cool in north India.
- Comfortable walking shoes that are easy to remove at temples.
- Regular medicines, with a prescription for seniors.
- A power bank and a small torch.
- Some cash, since digital payments can slow down in crowded areas.
- A card with the hotel address and one emergency number in each child's pocket.
How Your Travel Partner Helps
Your Travel Partner is based in Ayodhya and arranges cabs and tour packages across India. For Diwali we plan trips to Ayodhya, Varanasi, Prayagraj and Lucknow, and to other destinations such as Rajasthan, Amritsar and Kolkata on request. The day-wise plan, inclusions and price are shared in writing before you book. We do not sell darshan passes; they are free and come only from the Trust.
| Service | Use it for |
|---|---|
| Tour packages | Stay, transport and sightseeing in one plan |
| Cab service | Local and outstation travel with driver |
| E-rickshaw service | Inner lanes of Ayodhya where cars cannot go |
| Airport transfer | Pick-up and drop at Ayodhya or Lucknow airport |
| Railway station transfer | Pick-up and drop at Ayodhya Dham Junction and Ayodhya Cantt |
For a Diwali pilgrimage tour, a Diwali group tour or a simple Diwali trip package, the process is the same: you tell us the dates, we send the plan. See all Diwali packages, or book only a cab, an e-rickshaw, an airport transfer or a railway transfer.
To get a quote, send your travel dates, starting city, number of travellers and hotel preference on +91 78811 55800.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. When is Diwali in 2026?
Diwali is on Sunday, 8 November 2026. Dhanteras is on 6 November, Govardhan Puja on 10 November and Bhai Dooj on 11 November.
2. Which dates are best for a Diwali tour package 2026?
For Ayodhya, plan to be in the city on 7 and 8 November. For lighter crowds and easier hotel availability, 9 to 11 November is better. A Diwali tour package 2026 should always be matched with the event date of the city you choose.
3. Is a Diwali 2 days trip enough for Ayodhya?
Yes. A Diwali 2 days trip covers Hanuman Garhi, Kanak Bhawan, Deepotsav on the first evening and Ram Mandir darshan on the second morning.
4. What can I cover in a Diwali 3 days trip?
A Diwali 3 days trip can cover Ayodhya at an easy pace, or Ayodhya with Varanasi. Three cities in three days is not practical during the festival.
5. Which is the best Diwali destination for a family?
For families who want darshan and the lamp festival together, Ayodhya is the best Diwali destination. Amritsar and Jaipur are also suitable for families.
6. What is the difference between a Diwali taxi package and a Diwali cab package?
In this guide a Diwali taxi package means a point-to-point or outstation transfer, and a Diwali cab package means a car and driver kept for the full day or full trip. Operators use the two words loosely, so read the inclusions.
7. Does a Diwali hotel package include meals?
It depends on the plan. Many include only breakfast. Ask which meals are covered on which days before you confirm a Diwali hotel package.
8. Is Ram Mandir darshan included in a package?
Darshan is free and cannot be sold. A Diwali pilgrimage tour can include the cab, hotel and guide, but the darshan and any pass come only from the Trust.
9. How early should I book train tickets?
IRCTC opens booking 60 days before the journey date. For travel on 6 November 2026, booking is already open, so book without delay.
10. Is a Diwali group tour cheaper per person?
The vehicle cost is shared by more people in a Diwali group tour, so the transport share per person is usually lower. The hotel cost depends on the number of rooms.
11. What should a Diwali couple trip include?
A Diwali couple trip should include two nights in one city, a hotel near the ghat or market, and a free evening for the lamps.
12. Is Ayodhya safe for a Diwali family trip with children?
Large events draw heavy crowds, and the administration manages them with barricades and traffic diversions. For a Diwali family trip, hold children's hands in the ghat area, fix a meeting point and reach early.
13. Can I get a Diwali sightseeing package without a hotel?
Yes. A Diwali sightseeing package can be booked on its own if your stay is already arranged.
14. How long does Lucknow to Ayodhya take by road?
The distance is about 135 km. Travel time is normally around two and a half to three hours and can be longer on festival days.
15. Is there a direct option in a Diwali package from Mumbai?
Check current airline schedules for flights to Ayodhya. If no suitable flight is available, fly to Lucknow and continue by cab.
16. Which is better: a Diwali holiday package or planning on my own?
A Diwali holiday package saves time when hotels and cabs are scarce. Planning on your own works if you book early and know the city.
17. What documents are needed for hotel check-in?
Hotels ask for a valid government photo ID for each adult guest. Carry the originals.
18. Will the best Diwali tour always be the costliest?
No. The best Diwali tour is the one with the right dates, a well-located hotel and clear written inclusions. Price alone does not show that.
19. Can I visit Varanasi for Diwali and Dev Deepawali in one trip?
Not in a short trip. Diwali is on 8 November and Dev Deepawali is on 24 November 2026, sixteen days apart.
20. How do I book with Your Travel Partner?
Call or message +91 78811 55800 with your dates, starting city and number of travellers. The plan and price are sent in writing before any payment.
21. What is the best Diwali tour for senior citizens?
The best Diwali tour for senior citizens is a slow Diwali pilgrimage tour of one city, with a hotel near the temple area, e-rickshaw rides for short distances and a free afternoon every day.
22. Can a Diwali package from UP cities be done as a same-day trip?
From nearby cities the drive is short, but Deepotsav ends after dark and the return traffic is slow. One night in Ayodhya is the safer plan.
23. Do I still need my own Diwali travel plan if I book a package?
Yes, in a simple form. Keep the day-wise Diwali itinerary, hotel address, driver's number and your tickets in one place and share it with every traveller.
24. Is a Diwali vacation package better than a short trip?
It is better only if you have five days or more. With two or three days, a Diwali trip package to one city gives more time at the festival and less on the road.
25. Should I choose a Diwali travel package or book the cab and hotel separately?
On 7 and 8 November a single Diwali travel package is easier, because one operator is answerable for both. On later dates, separate bookings work well.
Conclusion
A Diwali tour package 2026 works when three things are right: the dates, the hotel location and the written inclusions. Decide the one evening you want to see, choose between a Diwali 2 days trip and a Diwali 3 days trip, book the train or flight first, and keep every confirmation in writing. Whether you start with a Diwali package from Delhi, a Diwali package from Mumbai, a Diwali package from Lucknow or a Diwali package from UP, an early booking and a simple Diwali itinerary will give you a calm and well-spent festival.
