Durga Puja Holiday Packages
Where Bengali families travel for the Puja holidays, and how to plan around the crowds.
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September to October, depending on the festival date
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October 2026
The Puja break
Durga Puja, usually in late September or October, is the biggest annual holiday in eastern India. Many Bengali families travel during the five days of the festival, while others stay home for the pandals.
Demand for trains, flights and hotels rises steeply, and prices follow. Popular destinations sell out early.
Where people go
Darjeeling, Sikkim and Kalimpong
Clear post-monsoon skies make this the classic Puja trip from Kolkata.
Bhutan
Short flights from Kolkata and pleasant weather in autumn.
Andaman
A beach trip as the season begins.
Puri and Odisha
A short trip by train, with the Konark and Chilika add-ons.
Rajasthan and Delhi
Heritage trips with comfortable weather.
Thailand and Singapore
Short international trips with early planning.
Planning tips
- Book trains 120 days ahead if you plan to go by rail.
- Hill hotels fill up quickly; reserve early.
- Check the monsoon: landslides can still affect roads in September.
- Consider travelling just before or after the main days for lower prices.
Frequently asked questions
When should I book for Durga Puja?
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As early as the booking window allows, for trains and popular hill hotels.
Is the weather good?
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Usually pleasant, but late monsoon showers are possible.
Can I do an international trip?
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Yes, with early booking.
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