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⭐ HIGHLIGHTS
What makes the Gypsy Carnival truly special:
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12 days of winter festivities on a hilltop overlooking Panshet lake
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Unique curated evenings: techno sundowners, live bands, indie nights
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Kids-focused Carnival Edition (23–28 Dec)
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Aesthetic open-to-sky washrooms loved by guests
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Stargazing under Bortle Scale 4 skies
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Shooting stars almost every night
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A soulful vibe with lantern-lit walkways, bonfires & open-air cinema
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Community-style gatherings where guests meet, play and bond
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A crowd that is filtered, safe, warm and like-minded
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Experiences you won’t find in city hotels or typical resorts
What is included in the tour
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Carnival activities (varies daily): treasure hunts, mandala art, workshops, storytelling, kids’ zones, creative games
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Live Music (on selected dates)
- Open Air Cinema
- Sunset Hike
- Bonfire
- High Tea
- Unlimited Buffet Dinner (Veg)
- BBQ (Limited)
- Midnight Maggie
- Breakfast on day 2.
- Karaoke
- Volleyball Court
- Box cricket and mini football.
- Table Tennis.
- Board games.
- Mini Hike.
- First aid kit (our guides are certified in handling first aid situations)
What is NOT included in the tour
- Pick up and drop
- Packaged drinking water
- Alcohol, soft drinks, beverages, etc
- Personal expenses like tips, telephone calls, laundry, etc
- Any costs arising out of unforeseen circumstances like landslides, roadblocks, bad weather, etc
- Insurance
- Any kind of cost which is not mentioned in the "Inclusions" column above
- Mosquito repellant
- Light & comfortable clothing
- A water bottle (Yes, they can be refilled at the campground)
- Toiletries (Towel, toothbrush, etc)
- Flashlight
- Footwear - Shoes for nature walks & night trails and comfortable flip flops/slippers while you are at the camp
- Personal medication, if any
Helpful information for guests:
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This is an experiential, slow-living property — minimal noise, no loud parties after designated hours.
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Pure vegetarian meals are served.
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Network can fluctuate; enjoy the digital detox.
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Weather gets cold in December — especially late night and early morning.
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Open-to-sky washrooms are private, safe, and well-lit.
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Parking available on-site.
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Kids are welcome; strollers may not be very hill-friendly.
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Pets not allowed during the Carnival dates due to crowd and activities.
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Check-in is 3:00 PM and check-out is 11:00 AM.
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Some activities are theme-based and subject to timing & weather.
Gypsy Soul
⭐ Gypsy Soul – Carnival Detailed Itinerary (19 Dec – 1 Jan)
(Guests can refer to the downloadable PDF on the website for activity-wise daily schedules.)
🌈 STANDARD CARNIVAL ITINERARY
(Applicable for all days unless otherwise mentioned.)
⏳ Check-In & Welcome (3:00 PM – 4:30 PM)
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Guests arrive at our hilltop property in Panshet.
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Refreshments served.
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Smooth check-in to cottages, luxury tents, or camping tents.
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Explore the property, settle in, and enjoy the views.
🎪 Carnival Kick-Off Activities (4:30 PM – 6:30 PM)
Every evening begins with a mix of curated experiences that change daily.
Activities include:
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Back-to-School Games – nostalgic games for kids & adults
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Treasure Hunts
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Mandala & Creative Workshops
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Storytelling Sessions
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Djembe Circle / Handpan Jam (on selected days)
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Kids-only fun zones (23–28 Dec)
(Guests will find the day-specific activity schedule in the downloadable PDF.)
🎥 Open-Air Cinema (5:30 PM – 7:00 PM)
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Sit back under open skies with mats and cosy seating.
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Family-friendly films screened daily.
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Popcorn, chai, and sunset vibes included.
☕ High Tea (5:00 PM)
Served with light snacks as the weather cools down.
Perfect time to unwind before the night’s main events.
🍽️ Dinner & BBQ (8:30 PM – 10:00 PM)
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Pure veg dinner buffet
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Limited BBQ
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Bonfire pits lit across the property
🔥 Night Experiences (10:00 PM – Midnight)
Depending on the day, guests enjoy:
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Live music evenings
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Techno sundowners
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Band nights (including Sabali on 27th)
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Stargazing Special Workshops
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Karaoke Sessions
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Carnival Socials (icebreakers, games, meet-and-greet)
🍜 Midnight Maggi (12:00 AM – 12:30 AM)
A signature Gypsy Soul ritual.
Bonfire • Music • Maggi — a perfect hilltop midnight moment.
🌙 Late Night Chill (12:30 AM – 2:00 AM)
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Guests relax under the stars
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Explore our stargazing deck
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Lie down and watch satellites & shooting stars
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Conversations, music & quiet pockets for reflection
🌞 Morning (8:00 AM – 10:30 AM)
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Wake up to birds, fog, and a lake-side breeze
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Nature trails & mini hikes (DIY)
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Kids' morning outdoor activities (23–28 Dec)
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Photography spots open early
🍳 Breakfast (9:30 AM – 10:30 AM)
Freshly prepared breakfast before checkout.
🚪 Check-Out (11:00 AM)
Guests leave with carnival memories, photos, new friends — and usually a promise to return.
⭐ SPECIAL DATES – CARNIVAL HIGHLIGHTS
(Optional to display on website as a mini-calendar)
19–22 Dec:
Family-friendly music, karaoke, games
23–26 Dec:
Techno sundowners, live bands, stargazing nights
27–28 Dec:
SABALI • Open-air cinema • Stargazing Workshop
29–30 Dec:
Chill evenings • Movies • Indie music sessions
31 Dec – NYE Boho Party:
Live music + DJ countdown + festive vibes
1 Jan:
Slow morning brunch + musical wind-down
⭐ Website Note for Guests
“Explore the complete day-wise activity schedule in the downloadable PDF for Gypsy Carnival. Each day has a different theme, artist line-up and workshop list.”
