Festival travel · Diwali

Diwali Holiday Packages

Where to go for the Diwali break, how early to book and what prices tend to do.

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Festival travel

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October to November, depending on the festival date

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October 2026

Planning a Diwali holiday

Diwali falls in October or November, and the exact date moves with the lunar calendar. Many families get a long break around it, which makes it one of the busiest travel windows of the year.

The result is high demand for flights, trains and hotels, and prices to match. Booking early matters more than at almost any other time.

Where people go for Diwali

Rajasthan

The weather is turning pleasant and festival lights add atmosphere in Jaipur, Udaipur and Jodhpur. Hotels fill up, so book early.

Kerala

A good choice for families, but the northeast monsoon can bring showers in October and November.

Goa

Pleasant weather and a lively mood, with higher prices than in the monsoon.

Dubai and Singapore

Short flights, warm weather and Diwali celebrations in Indian neighbourhoods.

Himachal and Uttarakhand

Crisp weather and clear views, with lower crowds than in summer.

Andaman

The season is starting, and the sea is calming after the monsoon.

How to plan

Book flights and trains at least two to three months ahead.
Compare itineraries that start a day before or after the peak days; prices are often lower.
Check whether your plan overlaps with local festival closures.
Ask agents for a cancellation policy that covers date changes.