| Date: 16.07.2024

Discover the Spiritual Heart of India: Express Your Interest in a 12-Day North India Tour for Kumbh Mela!

Are you ready for a once-in-a-lifetime journey to India’s spiritual heart? We are planning a special 12-day group tour of North India, timed to coincide with the Kumbh Mela festival—a sacred event held every 12 years.

Before we finalize the tour, we need to gauge interest to see if we can gather enough participants to make this adventure a reality.

Proposed Tour Dates: Choose between 9th February or 16th February 2025

Proposed Itinerary Highlights:

Day 1: Delhi Arrive in Delhi and explore its rich history, bustling markets, and stunning monuments.

Day 2: Delhi Continue exploring Delhi with visits to the Red Fort, Qutub Minar, and India Gate.

Day 3: Train to Lucknow Experience Indian rail travel as we journey to Lucknow, the City of Nawabs.

Day 4: Lucknow Discover Lucknow’s cultural heritage, famous for its historical sites and cuisine.

Day 5: Lucknow Further explore Lucknow’s architectural wonders, including the Bara Imambara and Rumi Darwaza.

Day 6: Drive to Allahabad (Prayagraj) Travel to Prayagraj, where the Ganges, Yamuna, and Saraswati rivers meet.

Day 7: Kumbh Mela Immerse yourself in the Kumbh Mela, participating in ritual bathing and witnessing vibrant cultural festivities.

Day 8: Kumbh Mela Continue experiencing the Kumbh Mela, one of the largest religious gatherings in the world.

Day 9: Drive to Varanasi Head to Varanasi, the spiritual capital of India, on the banks of the Ganges River.

Day 10: Varanasi Explore Varanasi’s sacred ghats, temples, and experience the mesmerizing Ganga Aarti ceremony.

Day 11: Flight to Delhi Return to Delhi via a short flight, with time for last-minute sightseeing or shopping.

Day 12: Fly to London Conclude your journey with a flight back to London, carrying unforgettable memories.

What is Kumbh Mela?

The Kumbh Mela is a Hindu festival and pilgrimage dating back centuries, with references as early as the 8th century. Held four times every 12 years at four sacred river-bank sites—Prayagraj (Allahabad), Haridwar, Nashik, and Ujjain—Kumbh Mela in Prayagraj is the most significant. Millions gather to bathe in sacred rivers, believing it purifies them of sin and leads to salvation. The event features religious discussions, devotional singing, mass feedings, and assemblies of ascetics.

Why You Should Experience Kumbh Mela:

  • Spiritual Significance: Participate in ancient rituals and witness a gathering practiced for over a millennium.
  • Cultural Immersion: Experience Indian culture through music, dance, and spiritual discourses.
  • Unique Sights: See gatherings of sadhus (holy men), processions, and a vibrant, mystical atmosphere.
  • Historical Context: Explore the historical and mythological origins of Kumbh Mela.

How to Express Your Interest:

If this extraordinary journey appeals to you, please let us know by [insert method of expressing interest, e.g., filling out a form, sending an email, etc.]. Your feedback will help us determine if we can gather enough participants to bring this tour to life.

Don’t miss this unique opportunity to experience the Kumbh Mela and explore North India’s rich cultural heritage. Express your interest today and be part of something truly special!

Contact Us: For more details and to express your interest, please email info@aitholidays.com

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Kumbh Mela, North India