{"id":"f-73cd9b4b27-a3966ba3-45d4-55cd-9f13-3bcd633a5d87","title":"Holi 2026 travel trends: Top Indian destinations trending in Skyscanner’s latest report","description":"As Holi 2026 approaches, Indian travellers are choosing culturally rich cities and festive hubs for long-weekend getaways. Skyscanner’s latest report highlights the destinations seeing the biggest surge in searches.","timestamp":1772183795,"category":"travel_and_lifestyle","headline":"Holi 2026 travel trends: Top Indian destinations trending in Skyscanner’s latest report","modifiedHeadline":"Skyscanner: Agra, Varanasi Top Holi Travel Spots","subCategories":["scid_c3ff64bf"],"subcategoriesName":["Travel News"],"region":"IN","bundleMetaData":{"bundleId":"7b48871c-c993-4956-b43d-6f46f8e1b036","bundleTitle":"Today In India","cardData":null},"iabCategoryId":"657","fcSummary":"Festivals in India are increasingly driving travel choices, with many seeking cultural experiences. Skyscanner's report highlights destinations like Agra, Varanasi, Jaipur, and Mumbai as popular Holi getaways. Travelers are prioritizing destinations blending cultural significance with accessible flights, embracing traditions and celebrations. From Bollywood parties to soulful Bengali festivities, Holi offers diverse experiences.","summary":"Skyscanner reports Agra, Varanasi, Jaipur & Mumbai are trending Holi destinations for Indian travelers seeking culture & festive experiences.","ctaUrl":"https://trends.glance.com/newz/astrology/IN/en/news9/f-73cd9b4b27-a3966ba3-45d4-55cd-9f13-3bcd633a5d87","sourceUrl":"https://www.news9live.com/lifestyle/travel/holi-2026-travel-trends-top-indian-destinations-trending-in-skyscanners-latest-report-2936787","bannerImage":"https://g-mob.glance-cdn.com/public/fc/image/sK1Z1fSIYgA0.webp","content":"

New Delhi: Festivals in India are more than just rituals or celebrations of coming together, it is a time of reflection, coming together to celebrate as

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one, no matter what religion you are from. Each festival is celebrated with great enthusiasm in different regions of the country by the people belonging there. However, now the trends have changed, and with travel evolution, people from other parts of the country or world are also planning to travel and celebrate the festival with locals, like one of them.

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For Indian travellers, festivals are the centrepiece of curated getaways today, where the journey feels as celebratory as the occasion itself. According to Skyscanner’s Cultural Tourism Report, culture plays a major role in shaping travel choices, with over 8 in 10 Indian travellers prioritising destinations for their cultural experiences.

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Trending Holi destinations across India

Within this trend, Holi is a defining cultural moment, and this shift is reinforced by the fact that 76 per cent of Indian travellers say they have changed travel plans specifically to attend cultural or festival events. With the festival around the corner, here are the destinations Indians are searching for to soak in the joy and energy of the festival.

1. Agra

One of the most popular places in India to celebrate icnoic Holi at a practical base is Agra. Close to Mathura and Barsana, home to the Lathmar Holi celebrations, the city lets you experience the festival’s energy while still retreating to a well-connected hub.

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That connectivity also means more flexibility on flights. Add sunrise views of the World Heritage Sites just minutes away, and it’s the perfect blend of colour and culture.

Delhi (DEL) to Agra (AGR) starts at INR 9479
Mumbai (BOM) to Agra (AGR) starts at INR 9273
Bengaluru (BLR) to Agra (AGR) starts at INR 8820

2. Varanasi

If Holi is about colour, culture, and connection, few places wear it as naturally as Varanasi. As one of India’s most storied cultural cities and featured among the top trending destinations in Skyscanner’s Travel Trends 2026 Report, it continues to draw travellers looking to experience festivals with a deeper sense of tradition and cultural immersion.

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Skyscanner data shows searches to Varanasi have risen by 76 per cent year-on-year for travel in 2025, a sign that travellers are choosing destinations that blend cultural significance with accessible flight routes.

Delhi (DEL) to Varanasi (VNS) starts at INR 6137
Mumbai (BOM) to Varanasi (VNS) starts at INR 5303
Bangalore (BLR) to Varanasi (VNS) starts at INR 9584

Jaipur

Jaipur adds a royal flavour to Holi weekends with its palace-like feels, courtyard celebrations, and heritage events that feel both festive and elegant. Rajasthan, featured in the cultural tourism report as one of India’s emerging culture capitals, makes Jaipur a strong choice for travellers who want their Holi celebrations steeped in architecture, tradition, and colour. And with prices often shifting around festival periods, setting up a Skyscanner Price Alert can help; it keeps an eye on fares and notifies you when prices change, making it easier to book when the timing feels right.

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Delhi (DEL) to Jaipur (JAI) starts at INR 2343
Mumbai (BOM) to Jaipur (JAI) starts at INR 4560
Bengaluru (BLR) to Jaipur (JAI) starts at INR 7842

3. Mumbai

Mumbai, the home to iconic celebrations, brings Bollywood energy to Holi with high-octane parties, colour-soaked streets, and beachside celebrations.

Head to Juhu Beach or Chowpatty for classic Mumbai vibes, or dive into the city’s legendary Bollywood-style Holi parties with DJs and rain dances. Adding to its appeal, Mumbai also features on Skyscanner’s Top 10 Cheapest Destinations list for 2026, with Thursdays tending to offer the lowest fares in March, making it a festive favourite that’s big on energy yet easier on the wallet. Don’t miss the puran poli, thandai, and jalebis from famous street stalls.

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Delhi (DEL) to Mumbai (BOM) starts at INR 4215
Bengaluru (BLR) to Mumbai (BOM) starts at INR 3573
Kolkata (CCU) to Mumbai (BOM) starts at INR 5019

4. Kolkata

In Kolkata, Holi comes with a cultural twist. The city celebrates Dol Jatra, the last festival of the Bengali Year, where colours meet music, poetry, and slow, soulful festivities. Think morning walks through neighbourhood celebrations, Rabindra Sangeet in the background, and streets washed in soft hues of spring.

It’s the kind of Holi that feels reflective, artistic, and deeply local, perfect for travellers who want their long weekend to be rich in culture, not just colour.

Delhi (DEL) to Kolkata (CCU) starts at INR 4872
Mumbai (BOM) to Kolkata (CCU) starts at INR 5019
Bengaluru (BLR) to Kolkata (CCU) starts at INR 6515

Whether you’re chasing iconic celebrations, immersing yourself in heritage cities with deep festival roots, or planning a culturally rich escape shaped around the season’s energy, Holi is emerging as a meaningful travel moment with something for every kind of traveller.

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Holi 2026 travel trends: Top Indian destinations trending in Skyscanner’s latest report

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