North India's Iconic Cities and The Holi Festival

Feb 23 - Mar 06, 2026

12 days | India | alumni UBC Travel Club

Experience the magic of India as you journey through its most iconic cities. Begin in the vibrant capital Delhi, where bustling streets are alive with history, and a rich tapestry of cultures invites you to explore. Next, immerse yourself in one of the oldest cities, Varanasi, where ancient traditions meet spiritual energy along sacred rivers. Feel the unique atmosphere and take in the mesmerizing sights and sounds that make for an unforgettable experience.

Your adventure continues to Agra, renowned for its timeless beauty and with the essence of love and romance filling the air. Then, experience the royal heritage of Jaipur, where lively markets and colorful bazaars beckon you to indulge in local flavours and culture.

Finally, arrive in the enchanting Blue City (Jodhpur), where you can celebrate the Festival of Colors, Holi, with the locals. Join in the festivities as vibrant powders fill the air, and laughter and joy surround you. This stirring celebration is sure to leave you with cherished memories and a deeper connection to Indian culture.

This journey through India is filled with diverse landscapes and stories that stay with you long after you return home.

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Tour Cost (per person):

US$7295, based on 15 pax. incl. taxes & gratuities

Group Size:

10 - 18 participants

What’s included: Airport transfers on tour start and end dates; accommodations based on double occupancy in hotels listed or similar; ground transportation by private vehicle; all activities as described in the detailed itinerary; entrance fees to all sites visited with the group; internal flights (Delhi-Varanasi-Delhi & Jodhpur-Delhi); meals as specified in the detailed itinerary; services of English-speaking specialized guides; porterage of one standard piece of baggage per person; gratuities for guides, driver, hotel staff, and included meals; all taxes; services of your Tour Host Faye Wightman; fully escorted by our India Tour Manager Ranjana Jain

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Cover Yourself with Colour at the Annual Holi Festival

"The meals, guides, selection of sights, quality of hotels, and range of activities were consistently outstanding." - Past alumni UBC traveller on North India tour

"The Taj Mahal and the fort at Jaipur stood out particularly." - Past alumni UBC traveller

"The learnings related to history, sites, culture was all very good". - Past alumni UBC traveller on North India tour

Itinerary at a Glance

Day	Activity
1	Arrive to Delhi
2	Full day guided tour of Old Delhi and New Delhi
3	Fly to Varanasi, visit the buried city of Sarnath
4	Varanasi: Boat ride along the Ganges and Ganga Aarti Ceremony
5	Fly to Delhi / Drive to Agra
6	Agra: Taj Mahal and the Agra Fort
7	To Jaipur
8	Jaipur: Amber Fort, Jantar Mantar, City Palace and Hawa Mahal
9	To Jodhpur
10	Explore Jodhpur: Palace and market
11	Jodhpur: Holi Festival
12	Fly to Delhi / Departure

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Your Tour Leader

Faye Wightman is a UBC grad, BSN’81 (Nursing). Her life work has focused on the not-for-profit sector, as she has worked as a leader and change agent focusing on philanthropy, management, and governance. An avid traveller and alumni engagement leader, she has visited 40 countries, including India, China, Bhutan, Iran, Australia, and numerous countries in Europe and Central America.

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