{"id":2423,"date":"2019-12-06T09:54:23","date_gmt":"2019-12-06T09:54:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.ercotravels.com\/blog\/?p=2423"},"modified":"2019-12-06T11:12:59","modified_gmt":"2019-12-06T11:12:59","slug":"places-must-explore-in-north-india-this-winter-for-refreshing-tour","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.ercotravels.com\/blog\/places-must-explore-in-north-india-this-winter-for-refreshing-tour","title":{"rendered":"Places Must Explore in North India this Winter for a Refreshing Tour"},"content":{"rendered":"

The Northside of India remains favorite for all the tourists and travelers. The reason behind the same is the weather, exotic places, adventures, and fabulous festivals in North India. Especially, during winters, the beauty of that part of India gets amplifies as the weather turns pleasant. <\/span><\/p>\n

Who doesn\u2019t love to witness snow-cladded hills, and twisty lands while experiencing a cool and refreshing breeze? All do! So, now don\u2019t wait when it comes to travel during winters, because North India has a lot to offer.<\/span><\/p>\n

Other than the rivers, mountains, waterfalls, monasteries, temples, and forests; North India proposes with several festivals. Let\u2019s put a glance at them while heading towards making some worth-cherishing memories for a lifetime.<\/span><\/p>\n

Ongoing & Upcoming Festivals in North India:<\/span><\/h2>\n

1. RANN UTSAV, GUJARAT<\/span> <\/span><\/h3>\n

October 28, 2019 \u2013 February 23, 2020<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

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rann utsav<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

If you intend to see deserted beauty while enjoying all pomp & show and vibrancy, then Rann Utsav awaits you. Rann of Kutch in Gujarat offers you one of the most significant desert festivals in India. <\/span><\/p>\n

The festival runs for a quite significant time when the air goes refreshing and the moon welcomes you heartily. The beauty is Kutch is undoubtedly unmatchable due to the white sand dunes available over there, and Rann Mahotsav locates bloom to its allure.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Also read:<\/strong> <\/span>Experience the rural India Tourism without compromising your ease<\/strong><\/a><\/span><\/p><\/blockquote>\n

2. MANALI WINTER CARNIVAL<\/span> <\/span><\/h3>\n

January 2-6, 2020<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

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Manali, Winter Carnival<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Manali Carnival or Himachal Winter Carnival has been occurring every year since 1977. If you\u2019re fond of festivities, glee, and fun, then winter carnival is something you must attend. <\/span><\/p>\n

Being there, you can get indulged into Himachali vibes & culture. Also, you can perform several winter sports, such as skating, and skiing. In this winter carnival, you can enjoy folk dances, cultural performances, and interesting competitions.<\/span><\/p>\n

Suggested Tour-<\/span><\/strong> Shimla Manali Tour – ( 5 Days \/ 4 Nights )<\/a><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Also Read: Amazing snow covered summer destinations of India<\/a><\/span><\/strong><\/p><\/blockquote>\n

3. NAGAUR FESTIVAL<\/span><\/h3>\n

January 30 \u2013 February 2, 2020<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

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Nagaur festival<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Have you ever heard of Ramdeoji Cattle Fair? Yes, this is what another name for Naguar Festival is. Doesn\u2019t matter if you couldn\u2019t attend Pushkar Cattle fair because Nagaur festival\u2019s there to give you the same vibes. It is the second most significant cattle fair in India. It attracts many visitors due to one more reason, i.e., the weather. <\/span><\/p>\n

During the Nagaur festival, the weather remains pleasant throughout, which enhances the tourists\u2019 excitement. Almost 80,000 cattle are being exchanged in the Nagaur Festival. <\/span><\/p>\n

You can enjoy folk performances, music, and several other activities. These activities involve bullock races, cockfights, puppetry, camel races, tug of war, juggling, storytelling, and campfires, etc.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Suggested Tour<\/strong><\/span> : Royal rajasthan Tour – ( 16 Days \/ 15 Nights )<\/a><\/span><\/strong><\/p><\/blockquote>\n

4. DESERT FESTIVAL, JAISALMER<\/span> <\/span><\/h3>\n

February 7-9, 2020<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

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Desert Festival in Jaisalmer, Rajasthan, India.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Are you a lover of the desert? Do you intend to explore desert during winters, and feel the chill? Would you be the happiest to stay in an ambiance full of pomp and show while being amidst a desert? if yes, then the Desert Festival of Jaisalmer is something you must visit. <\/span><\/p>\n

The main highlights of the festival are camel races and folk shows. The Rajasthani city appears in all its colors during the festival, and vibrancy tends to infinity. You will be amazed to see the alluring attires of locals while enjoying a full of life ambiance all around.<\/span><\/p>\n

Suggested Tour<\/strong><\/span> : Jaisalmer tour<\/a><\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

Also Read:<\/strong><\/span> Top 10 Things to Do in Jaisalmer Rajasthan For an Awesome Experience<\/a><\/strong><\/span><\/p><\/blockquote>\n

5. TAJ MAHOTSAV, AGRA<\/span> <\/span><\/h3>\n

February 18-27, 2020<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

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Taj-mohatsav, Agra<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

If you believe in the tales of love, and enjoy enlightenment, and glee, then Taj Mahotsav must own your presence. Taj Mahal already invites plenty of visitors due to its beauty and unbelievable story. But, during Taj Mahotsav, the aura gets on a boom, and the pleasant weather makes it even more comforting and pleasing. <\/span><\/p>\n

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TajMahal<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

During the Mahotsav, a procession takes place from Taj\u2019s east gate. The camels and elephants are decorated just like warriors at the time of the procession. Approx. 400 artists are being chosen to showcase their art during the festival. <\/span><\/p>\n

The artworks can be any out of Zardozi work (Agra), Wood or Stone carvings (Tamil Nadu), Bamboo work (North-East India), Marble work (Agra), Zari & Silk work (Banaras), Shawls (Kashmir), and Carpets (Bhadohi), etc.<\/span><\/p>\n

Suggested Tour<\/span> :\u00a0<\/span><\/strong>TajMahal Tour Package- ( 4 Days \/ 3 Nights )<\/span><\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n

Also Read :<\/strong><\/span> Craving for a Historic Trip? Here\u2019s an Exclusive Taj Mahal Tour for You!<\/a><\/strong><\/span><\/p><\/blockquote>\n

Make Your North India Trip More Enticing by Visiting “Sardargarh Fort in Rajsamand”.<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n

Talking about winter season, vibrancy, festivities, feasts, fun, culture, and heritage, we can\u2019t miss out on Sardargarh Fort. It is a battle fort in Rajsamand that tells a tale of approx. 300-years\u2019 old history. The fort is only 94kms away from Udaipur and is rare gem situated amid dense forests, and Chuppun hills. <\/span><\/p>\n

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sardargarh fort, rajsamand<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

It\u2019s being suggested to let bygones be bygones, but Sardargarh fort has redefined the proverb. The battle fort in Rajsamand is not converted into a full-fledged luxurious suite hotel. The whole place showcases rare culture, and history Rajasthan.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

The best part regarding the property is that it still owns the medieval era\u2019s passages, halls, pathways, stores, and granaries. Also, the tourists and guests are allowed to visit these areas in the fort, which makes the heritage tour even more exciting. <\/span><\/p>\n

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sardargarh fort, Rajsamand<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

The fort offers fabulous views all around by offering an alluring site of the lake, and Aravali ranges. While being there, you can enjoy the farm-to-cuisine experience in its purest possible form. Also, you can witness folk dances, music, and exclusive art. <\/span><\/p>\n

There are 21 suites for the guests to stay that offer tremendous interior, and incredible experience. Also, there\u2019s an on-site food-spot, where you can accomplish all your food needs.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Also read<\/span> : The Pristine Rajasthani Forts<\/a><\/span><\/strong><\/p><\/blockquote>\n

Don\u2019t miss out one of the special experiences of North India, i.e., rural train ride<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n

Have you ever experiences a rural train ride? If no, now is the time to dive deep into cultural and rural vibes, that too via train. A rural train ride gives you an opportunity to explore offbeat, and less-visited, rural, yet beautiful areas. You can experience the locals\u2019 lifestyle and communicate with them. <\/span><\/p>\n

Also, you don\u2019t have to go on long rides. The rides tend to be small, but alluring. And, allow you to experience the unexplored beauty of the site you choose to visit. So, now is the time to go slightly cinematic, and dramatic, and get into a rural train ride.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

1. RURAL TRAIN RIDE: DEOGARH<\/span><\/span><\/h3>\n

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You cannot get the same experience on any other train. All you need to do is to get into the train no. 222<\/strong> to enjoy Deogarh\u2019s train safari<\/em>. During this one and a half hours\u2019 safari, you get to experience a meter gauge train. This train is all the transportation the locals get here. <\/span><\/p>\n

The train was initiated to combine the Mewar and Marwar regions. To get into the train, you need to head to Kamblighat, which is ten minutes away from Deogarh Palace. And, the ending station is Phulad, from where you ride back to Deogarh. <\/span><\/p>\n

This railway track is highest on the Western Railways and comprises two stops. At these stops, you get plenty of time to feed monkeys, as well as, Indian Tree Pie.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Suggested Tour<\/span> :<\/strong> Classical India Tour Package – ( 16 days \/ 15 Nights )<\/a><\/span><\/strong><\/p><\/blockquote>\n

2. RURAL TRAIN RIDE:<\/span> JOJAWAR<\/span><\/span><\/h3>\n
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train safari<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Jojawar is a place that combines beauty and history altogether. All green and gold crops can be seen in this region of North India. Here, you can witness all the traditions and cultural aspects associated with the locals. <\/span><\/p>\n

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Aravali range<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

The rural train ride from Jojawar enters you to lush green lands, where you can have a conversation with all the tress you are leaving behind yourself. Depending on the resort or stay spot you choose, you can enjoy a toy train ride from Jojawar. The toy train allows you to witness the beauty of exquisite Aravali ranges.<\/strong><\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

3. RURAL TRAIN RIDE:<\/span> SARDARGARH<\/span><\/span><\/h3>\n
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Rural train Ride, Sardargarh<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

While staying at Sardargarh Fort, you can enjoy various activities like jeep safari, train safari, and, cookery classes. Once you choose to opt for a train ride, you get to invest three hours for the same. The train allows you to enter the dense region of Aravali ranges, i.e., actually a natural reserve. <\/span><\/p>\n

If you choose a smaller train ride, then you skip the nature reserve, and the time reduces to one hour only, instead of three hours. The heritage vibes over there make you go gaga over the ambiance. Such as drive through forests let you cherish your childhood times when ambiance. <\/span><\/p>\n

Such as drive through forests let you cherish your childhood times when you used to have an abundance of peace in your heart.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Complete your North India exploration by visiting Old Delhi by bike<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n

Your North India trip cannot finish without you visiting the heart of India, i.e., Delhi. Many of the tourists come to Delhi and book several tours, and most of them are through cabs. But, if you haven\u2019t explored Delhi through the bike (Bicycle), then you haven\u2019t explored enough. <\/span><\/p>\n

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And, if you want to smell, feel, see, and taste the streets, and vibes of Delhi, then you must go for old Delhi tour by bike( Bicycle). You will see a differently revealed side of Delhi while doing the same. <\/span><\/p>\n

If historic sites, rusty lanes, tasty food, and slight chaos seem inviting to you, then old Delhi is waiting for you. While having a bike tour through Old Delhi lanes, you can visit several places. <\/span><\/p>\n

The places include Delhi Gate, Chandni Chowk, Chawri Bazaar, JamaMasjid, Spice Market, Red Fort, and Madras Colony, etc. If you intend to go slightly offbeat, then you can visit the Tibetan colony of old Delhi as well.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Suggested Tour :<\/span><\/strong> Delightful Delhi Tour – ( 3 Days \/ 2Nights )<\/a><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Also Read<\/span> :<\/strong> Delightful Delhi Tour by Cycle \u2013 An Unforgettable Moment<\/span><\/a><\/strong><\/span><\/p><\/blockquote>\n

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