Rejoicing the colourful spirit of Rajasthani festivals with Family
Festivals and celebrations are part of Indian culture and particularly the royal state Rajasthan grabs the attention of travellers with it its unique heritage. Several holistic fairs and festivals are organized in an outstanding way in the capital city Jaipur. The best way to enjoy the festival is to celebrate with a family which will give you a chance to experience the rich culture of India so close. Get ready for Indian hospitality!
EXPERIENCE KITE FLYING
Any festival in Rajasthan is best experienced at the heart of all the action. The best example of this would be MakarSankranti, celebrated with great zeal and enthusiasm in Jaipur. One of the first major celebrations of every New Year is MakarSankranti, a festival that follows the solar cycle rather than the lunar cycle, like most festivals in India. The kite festival is observed on MakarSankranti or Uttarayan which marks the transition of the sun to makararashi (Capricorn) from the dhanurashi (Sagittarius). It is said that the northward journey of the sun (Uttarayan) begins on this day, making the celebrations quite auspicious in nature. In Jaipur, MakarSankranti is a government holiday where all shops, banks, and offices are closed, adding to the merriment of celebration, as people indulge in fun-loving rivalry, and try to outdo each other in the numerous kite flying activity held across the city.
Detailed Itinerary :-
> Start from your hotel at 10 AM, you will be driven to the house of family.
> On arrival, you will be welcomed by your host in traditional style with welcome drinks.
> Reach terrace, and spot thousands of kites in sky and people enjoying music with big speakers on their terrace.
> Meet the champion of the house in kite flying.
> It’s the time to try your hands on it, learn the technique of flying cutting and fighting with other kites. It is also about cutting the kites flown by others and claiming it as yours by collecting it where ever it drops. The winner takes all, no wonder it was a popular sport with our kings !
> Enjoy Indian style tea, there is a constant supply of Indian snacks and our favourite beverage – Chai (Tea). One can opt for a beer if they want.
> Spend time with the family and learn about more on this festival what is done apart from kite flying.
> Activity ends with sweet memories and a souvenir which will remind you of this experience.
Duration :- 3 hours.
Things to carry :- Hat or Cap, Sunglasses
Inclusions :- Bottled water, Tea, Indian snacks/sweets, One beer each, Souvenir.
HOLI CELEBRATION
The festival is celebrated across the globe on the full moon day in the month of March as per Georgian Calendar. The mere mention of the word ‘Holi’ draws smile and enthusiasm amongst the people as the festival is filled with fun and frolic. Holi also signifies the arrival of Spring, a season of joy and hope. See how the tinsel town of Jaipur and its people get drenched in bright rainbow colored powder and water. Celebrating with family offers fascinating day activities that will bring you closer to the understanding of the festival and the way Indians celebrate this occasion.
Detailed Itinerary :-
>Start from your hotel at 10 AM and proceed to the residence of the family.
> On arrival you will be welcomed by your host in traditional style.
> You will be introduced with other family members with some welcome drinks.
> Your holi celebration will begin by applying various rainbow colored powder and throwing of colored water on each other amidst loud music and drums.
> In the middle of the celebrations, you will also be served traditional Rajasthani snacks prepared by women of the family and some special beverages what we call it as Beer.
> Then prepare to dance along with the festival’s other partygoers as you tap your feet to the folk songs of Rajasthan.
> Throughout the day, you will be told about the significance and the stories behind the festival of Holi. By the end of the trip, you’ll have a better appreciation for the true spirit of festival.
> Activity ends with sweet memories and a souvenir which will remind you of this experience.
Duration :- 3 hours.
Things to carry :- Own medication
Clothing :- T-shirts/Shirts with trousers, Sleepers or sandals, Sunglasses.
Inclusions :- Bottled water, Tea/Coffee, Beer, Indian snacks, Sweets, Souvenir.
DIWALI CELEBRATION
Enjoy the traditions and festivities of Diwali with a local family in Jaipur. Discover fascinating aspects of this ancient Hindu holiday, which includes temple prayers for prosperity and a traditional Indian feast followed by fireworks. Diwali is considered one of the world’s oldest religious celebrations, a Festival of Lights that honors the Hindu god Lord Rama’s defeat of the demon king Ravana. Traditionally, Hindus illuminated their village to welcome Rama home on a moonless night. Today, local residents all over India decorate their homes with clay lamps, or diyas, on Small Diwali, then purchase new clothes, offer prayers, light fireworks, and share a plentiful feast. Dress yourself with colorful Indian clothing before accompanying you to a local residence to join the annual celebrations of India’s Festival of Lights.
Detailed Itinerary :-
>from your hotel at 7 PM and proceed to the residence of the family.
> On arrival, you will be welcomed by your host in traditional style and you will be introduced with other members of family.
> Slip off your shoes to enter their home. People offer prayers to Lakshmi, the goddess of wealth, and Lord Ganesh in homes and Hindu temples, where doors and windows are left open to allow prosperity to pass through.
> During you visit to a home, see powdered colors poured on the floor to create intricate designs called Rangoli. Women and girls decorated their hands with henna in traditional Indian design patterns. Light some lamps and get henna tattoo on your hand.
> Learn about Diwali’s history and its associated festivities as you sip chai (tea) and enjoy light Indian snacks.
> Dine on a selection of dishes accompanied by rice, Indian bread, salad, curd and pickle followed by desserts.
> When darkness falls, watch a fireworks display illuminate Jaipur’s skyline and join the celebration as locals spark firecrackers in the streets.
> Activity ends with sweet memories and a souvenir which will remind you of this experience.
Duration :- 3 hours.
Inclusions :- Bottled water, Tea/Coffee, Indian snacks , Vegetarian dinner with family,