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Visa rules, pilgrimage dates, festivals, airports and taxes that affect your next trip. Checked and updated by our team.
Pilgrimage
Char Dham closes for winter this month
Gangotri is expected to close on 10 November, Kedarnath on 11 November and Badrinath around 13 November 2026. The temples reopen in late April or May 2027, with dates announced on Akshaya Tritiya and Maha Shivratri.
What it means for you: If you planned a 2026 yatra, travel now or book early for the 2027 opening weeks, which sell out fast.
Festival
Ganga Mahotsav and Dev Deepawali in Varanasi
Ganga Mahotsav runs from 20 to 23 November 2026 at Rajghat and Namo Ghat. Dev Deepawali, when every ghat is lit with lamps, falls on 24 November with Kartik Purnima.
What it means for you: Ghat-view rooms and boats book out weeks ahead. Ask us for Kashi packages around these dates.
Destination
Goa tightens safety rules for the new season
Goa announced mandatory fire-safety clearances for several accommodation categories and third-party insurance for hotels and water-sports operators. The beach shack policy was extended for one year.
What it means for you: Good news for families: safer stays and activities. We only book registered operators.
Aviation
Noida International Airport opens for flights
Commercial flights began from Noida International Airport at Jewar on 15 June 2026, with IndiGo operating first and Akasa Air and Air India Express following.
What it means for you: A second airport option for travellers from East Delhi, Noida, Ghaziabad and western UP.
Visa
Thailand ends visa-free entry for Indians
From 19 May 2026, Indian passport holders need a visa on arrival for stays up to 15 days, or an e-Visa for longer stays.
What it means for you: Carry the visa fee, a return ticket and hotel booking, or let us arrange the e-Visa before you fly.
Tax
TCS on overseas tour packages cut to a flat 2%
Following Union Budget 2026-27, tax collected at source on overseas tour packages is a flat 2% from the first rupee, replacing the earlier 5% and 20% slabs.
What it means for you: Lower upfront cost on international holidays. TCS is not an extra charge: you can claim it back against your income tax.
Visa
Malaysia visa-free entry valid until 31 December 2026
Indians can visit Malaysia visa-free for up to 30 days until 31 December 2026. The Malaysia Digital Arrival Card must be filled online before travel.
What it means for you: Book Malaysia trips for this year now; check for any extension before planning 2027 travel.
Updates are general information and may change. We reconfirm all rules for your specific booking.
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