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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Luxury India Tour with Holi Festival 2027
5.0 (1 review)
Duration
10 days
Destinations
New Delhi, Delhi, Agra, Taj Mahal, Fatehpur Sikri,Sawai Madhopur,Ranthambhore National Park,Ranthambore National Park,Jaipur,Amber+5 more
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Carnival in Rio
5.0 (1 review)
Duration
7 days
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Rio de Janeiro
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All Ages Welcome
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Mata AtlanticaBrazilian Highlands+1 more
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Jaipur Holi Festival Tour 2027
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4 days
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New Delhi, Jaipur
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All Ages Welcome
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Golden TriangleRajasthan+1 more
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Prague to Oktoberfest Weekender
3.3 (2 reviews)
"The campsite was unreal, all decorated like a mini-festival, and my new friends and I got involved."
Hollie, traveled in September
Duration
3 days
Destinations
Prague, Munich
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Ages 18+
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Bavaria
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English
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Stoke Travel
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Europe Christmas Markets: Munich to Budapest
5.0 (1 review)
"Great markets, wonderful food and drink, beautiful city. We ended in Budapest where the rain drove me into the thermal baths for the day."
Marilyn, traveled in December
Duration
8 days
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Germany Austria Hungary
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Ages 15+
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English
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Intrepid Travel
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Christmas in Central Europe, Vienna to Berlin
4.4 (7 reviews)
"Everything was wonderful and festive!"
Victoria, traveled in December
Duration
7 days
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Vienna, Salzburg, Munich, Berlin
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Ages 12+
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G Adventures
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December In Ghana : AfroFuture Festival alongside Safari
4.8 (6 reviews)
"It's a great tour for first time visitor to Ghana. He is very passionate about Ghana."
ThomasFreese, traveled in January
Duration
10 days
Destinations
Accra, Tamale, Mole National Park, Cape Coast, Elmina,Kakum National Park,Kumasi+2 more
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Ages 15+
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English
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Olives Travel & Tour Ghana
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Europe Escape Christmas & New Year
4.5 (13 reviews)
"The 12 day Europe Christmas tour was truly amazing. It was a truly awesome experience."
Ros, traveled in December
Duration
12 days
Destinations
Italy Austria Germany Netherlands Belgium France Vatican City (Holy See)+1 more
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Stuttgart Beer Festival (4-star Hilton Hotel)
4.8 (14 reviews)
"We had so much fun!! They were all so friendly and helpful, and great partyers til the end!!"
Karen, traveled in October
Duration
4 days
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Stuttgart
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Ages 18+
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English
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Alpine Christmas Markets (Classic)
4.7 (24 reviews)
"Completely satisfied! Well done!"
Stanley, traveled in December
Duration
9 days
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Germany Austria France Switzerland
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Insight Vacations
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Munich Oktoberfest 2026 Camping & Party Packages
4.3 (90 reviews)
"the staff were so fun and caring and the breakfast slapped."
Zoe, traveled in September
Duration
3 days
Destinations
Munich
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Bavaria
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English
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Stoke Travel
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Brazil Carnival Full Experience 6D/5N (Rio de Janeiro)
4.5 (13 reviews)
"The overall experience was still great."
vincent, traveled in January
Duration
6 days
Destinations
Rio de Janeiro
Age Range
Ages 10+
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Mata AtlanticaBrazilian Highlands+1 more
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Bamba Travel
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Munich Oktoberfest 2026 Camping & Party Packages
4.0 (9 reviews)
"The hosts were so welcoming and even helped me with cleaning up an unfortunate situation."
Julie, traveled in September
Duration
5 days
Destinations
Munich
Age Range
Ages 18+
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Bavaria
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English
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Stoke Travel
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Indian Festival of Lights - Diwali Tour with Tiger Safari
Duration
9 days
Destinations
New Delhi, Agra, Ranthambore National Park, Jaipur
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
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Ranthambore National Park
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English
Operator
Memorable India Journeys
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Oktoberfest
4.8 (4 reviews)
"The overall schedule was good and not to cramped."
Jop, traveled in May
Duration
3 days
Destinations
Munich
Age Range
Ages 18-36
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Bavaria
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English, Spanish
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