What types of festivals and events can I experience on these tours?

You'll get to join some of the world's most exciting celebrations. In Europe, you can explore charming Christmas markets or join massive beer festivals like Oktoberfest in Munich and the Stuttgart Beer Festival. In India, you can play with colors during the joyful Holi Festival, while in Turkey you can take part in moving ANZAC Day ceremonies. One TourRadar traveler shared: "Stuttgart Beer Fest was simply awesome! Very authentic German Beer Festival with lots of great beer, food and dancing. The carnival is something to take in and the beer tents are super friendly."

What kind of accommodations can I expect on festival tours?

Where you'll stay really depends on the tour and festival you choose. For Christmas Market tours, you'll stay in nice 4-star hotels like Magdas Hotel in Vienna. If you're heading to Oktoberfest, you can go for the fun camping experience at Stoketoberfest where they set up your tent and provide sleeping bags. For the Stuttgart Beer Festival, you'll get more upscale digs at the 4-star Hilton. As one TourRadar traveler mentioned about their Christmas Markets experience: "The hotels were fine and in OK locations, though some were far from the markets."

What's included in festival entrance fees and tickets?

Most tours take care of getting you special access to the main events. For Rio's Carnival, you'll get reserved seats in Section 5 of the Sambadrome (worth $200). If you're doing the Halloween party at Bran Castle in Romania, your entry is guaranteed. During Holi in Jaipur, you'll get special access to join the celebrations. At Oktoberfest, while anyone can enter the grounds for free, your tour makes sure you have a spot to sit in popular beer halls like the Augustiner-Festhalle. One TourRadar traveler said: "Having our Carnival parade tickets and transportation pre-arranged was worth every penny - we got prime viewing spots without any hassle."

What are some popular destinations to experience traditional festivals?

Munich leads the pack with Oktoberfest, where you can join the party in famous spots like the Hofbräu tent. In Bhutan, you can see colorful religious festivals at beautiful monasteries like Punakha Dzong. Edinburgh puts on an amazing New Year celebration called Hogmanay around Carlton Hill. And in Oaxaca, Mexico, you can join in the Day of the Dead festivities. One TourRadar traveler shared about Oktoberfest: "The atmosphere was completely out of this world with hymns being sung and priests throwing holy water and colored powder at the gathering."

When is the best time to book a festival tour?

Plan ahead! Most people book their festival tours 6-8 months before the event because spots fill up fast. For Oktoberfest in Munich, tours usually sell out about 7-8 months ahead. If you want to experience Rio Carnival, people book even earlier - usually about 18 months in advance. A TourRadar traveler advised: "The Halloween party at Bran Castle sells out nearly a year ahead - I'm so glad I booked early to secure my spot at this incredible once-in-a-lifetime event."

What can I expect from a festival tour party experience?

Each festival has its own unique vibe. At AfroFuture in Ghana, you'll dance to African music and see amazing art performances. In Rio, you can party all night at the Sambadrome - TourRadar travelers love "dancing all night with new friends amid incredible samba performances." In Jaipur, you'll throw colors and laugh with locals during Holi. At Oktoberfest, you'll join thousands of people singing traditional drinking songs in massive beer halls. You can stay right near the action at places like the Mercure Hotel Munich City Center, or enjoy luxury at the Mandarin Oriental in Rio, just a short walk from Copacabana Beach.

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Festival & Events Family Christmas & New Year +1
From Delhi: 2-Day Amritsar Golden Temple & Wagah Border Tour
4.0 (3 traveler reviews)
"The Golden Temple was impressive. It was one of the highlights of my trip to India."
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New Delhi, Amritsar
Age Range
5 to 80 year olds
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Exotic Golden Triangle Luxury Tour From Delhi 6 Nights 7Day's
5.0 (1 traveler review)
"We had very informative guides and particularly enjoyed our guide Hassan in Agra whose love of the Taj Mahal shone through."
Rachel, traveled in January
Destinations
New Delhi, Agra, Jaipur
Age Range
5 to 85 year olds
Country Region
Golden Triangle
Operated in
English,German,Spanish,Russian+3 more
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Festival & Events Family Christmas & New Year +1
Golden Triangle Tour with Mathura Vrindavan - Taj Mahal Sunrise/Sunset
Destinations
New Delhi, Mathura, Vrindavan, Agra, Jaipur
Age Range
1 to 99 year olds
Country Region
Golden Triangle
Operated in
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Joyful Holidays
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ANZAC Day - Major Tour
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Istanbul, Gallipoli, Çanakkale, Troy, Kusadasi, Kuşadası,Selcuk,Sirince,Pamukkale,Konya,Cappadocia,Sultanhani,Goreme,Ankara+8 more
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up to 99 year olds
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Operator
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Duration
11 days
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Royal Rajasthan Tour during Pushkar Fair (24 Oct - 8 Nov 2025) - Fixed Departure
3.5 (1 traveler review)
"I really enjoyed the sights visited and the itinerary proposed. This should not be the case on an organised tour."
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New Delhi, Shekhawati, Bikaner, Jaisalmer, Jodhpur,Ranakpur,Udaipur,Pushkar,Jaipur,Fatehpur Sikri,Agra+6 more
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India Holi Festival with Rajasthan Luxury 2026
5.0 (3 traveler reviews)
"The hotels were clean & the staff friendly & eager to please. The Mandor Guest House was a beautiful garden oasis."
Sarabeth, traveled in March
Destinations
New Delhi, Agra, Ranthambhore National Park, Jaipur,Jodhpur,Udaipur+2 more
Age Range
15 to 99 year olds
Country Region
Rajasthan
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English
Operator
Amazing India Tours
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Duration
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Shandur Polo Festival Pakistan & Hunza Valley Tour | 2025-26 | Exploria
5.0 (1 traveler review)
"The team members are young locals on the karakoram region and they offer the best tour experiences to the travelers from around the world."
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Destinations
Islamabad, Gilgit, Hunza Valley, Shandur National Park
Age Range
10 to 70 year olds
Country Region
Northern India
Operated in
English
Operator
Exploria
50% Off
Duration
10 days
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Festival & Events Family Christmas & New Year +1
Exploring Tradition: Pushkar Fair & Golden Triangle Adventure
Destinations
New Delhi, Pushkar, Jaipur, Abhaneri, Fatehpur Sikri, Agra
Age Range
5 to 95 year olds
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MTA Destination Management Company
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The Mamas of Zanzibar Add-on Activity
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Zanzibar
Age Range
14 to 99 year olds
Operated in
English
Operator
World Adventure Tours
50% Off
Duration
1 day
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Festival & Events Historical Christmas & New Year +1
Festivals of Bhutan – Trongsa
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Kathmandu, Paro, Thimphu, Punakha, Trongsa,Phobjikha Valley,Dochula,Taktsang,Swayambhunath,Bhaktapur+5 more
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Oktoberfest (2 night Package)
4.0 (39 traveler reviews)
"The experience was very fun. I met a lot of wonderful people."
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Destinations
Munich
Age Range
18 to 98 year olds
Country Region
Bavaria
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Duration
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Oktoberfest Munich (3-Star Hotel Senator)
4.6 (72 traveler reviews)
"We had a blast and everything was perfectly organized. We received meal and beer vouchers for the Oktoberfest."
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Destinations
Munich
Age Range
up to 99 year olds
Country Region
Bavaria
Operated in
English
Operator
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Festivals of Bhutan – Paro
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Kathmandu, Paro, Thimphu, Punakha, Dochula,Phobjikha Valley,Wangdue Phodrang,Taktsang,Bhaktapur+4 more
Age Range
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Sicilian Secrets special Carnival 2026
Destinations
Catania, Mount Etna, Taormina, Acireale, Syracuse,Agrigento,Marsala,Erice,Segesta,Monte Pellegrino,Palermo+6 more
Age Range
2 to 90 year olds
Regions
South Italy Sicily
Operated in
English,Italian,Spanish+2 more
Operator
Dimensione Sicilia - Dimsi Incoming Operator Srl
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Duration
8 days
From $4,999
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ANZAC Day - Trooper Tour
Destinations
Istanbul, Gallipoli, Çanakkale
Age Range
8 to 99 year olds
Operated in
English
Operator
Fez Travel
15% Off
Duration
2 days
From
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