The 15th Great Indian Travel Bazaar (GITB) 2026 successfully concluded on Tuesday at the Jaipur Exhibition and Convention Centre(JECC) here amid euphoria in the travel trade.
This edition of the prestigious event was focused on promoting inbound tourism. During the event, both buyers and sellers expressed satisfaction over extensive networking opportunities and meaningful business interactions.
Around 195 leading inbound foreign tour operators (FTOs) from nearly 50 countries participated as international buyers. The exhibition effectively showcased a diverse range of tourism products and services across heritage, wellness, spiritual, wildlife and experiential tourism, attracting significant interest from international buyers.
Participants also expressed positive intent to promote the showcased destinations and offerings in their respective markets.
Expressing satisfaction overwhelming response to the event from participants, Commissioner Rajasthan Tourism Rukmani Riar said that over the two days of the exhibition, pavilions from the host state Rajasthan, along with Odisha, Madhya Pradesh, Tamil Nadu, Goa, Uttar Pradesh, Chhattisgarh and Punjab, drew considerable attention from buyers. These states presented their unique cultural identities and experiential tourism offerings in a compelling manner.
Additionally, the active participation of luxury and heritage hotel chains, resorts, adventure and wildlife operators, wellness centres, and travel technology companies made the platform instrumental in fostering new business opportunities, investment prospects, and long-term partnerships, she said.
On the final day of GITB, the globally renowned luxury train ‘The Palace on Wheels’ was showcased for foreign tour operators at Khatipura Railway Station of Jaipur. A large number of international tour operators observed the train in detail and appreciated its grandeur, royal décor and world-class amenities. The Rajasthani heritage-inspired interiors, luxury cabins, dining facilities and onboard services left a strong impression on the visitors. Several tour operators expressed interest in including ‘The Palace on Wheels’ in their future travel packages, indicating a boost for Rajasthan’s luxury tourism segment.
Commissioner Riar said “This edition of GITB hosted meaningful meetings with more than 195 foreign tour operators and domestic tourism stakeholders despite geo political challenges. GITB has effectively showcased Rajasthan as an experience-driven and investment-oriented tourism destination on the global stage.“
Co-Chair of FICCI Rajasthan Surendra Singh Shekhawat said, “GITB this year witnessed great satisfaction among both buyers and sellers. Many delegates conveyed us that the B2B meetings have been enriching and successful for them.
Rajasthan Association of Tour Operators (RATO) president Mahendra Singh Rathore informed that following GITB, familiarisation (FAM) tours will also be organised for foreign tour operators to experience various popular tourist destinations across Rajasthan. The tour will depart on Wednesday, 29 April at 8 AM from Hotel Lalit, with around 90 foreign tour operators being taken on specially curated itineraries across the state, including Jaipur.
This year, three itineraries have been planned. The first tour is ‘Jaipur – Kota – Udaipur – Deogarh – Jaipur’. The second tour is ‘Jaipur – Abhaneri – Sariska – Sawai Madhopur – Ranthambore – Jaipur’. Similarly, the third tour is ‘Jaipur – Pushkar – Jodhpur – Jaisalmer – Bikaner – Mandawa – Jaipur’.
During the event, a traditional ‘Badhai’ folk dance from the Bundelkhand region of Madhya Pradesh was presented, captivating the audience with its vibrant and rhythmic performance. Artists from Sagar showcased the spirit of celebration, and cultural richness through their performance.