India Leads Asia in Spiritual Travel for 2026: 19% Trips Driven by Faith

• Agoda's 2026 Travel Outlook Report reveals India leads Asia with 19% of travelers planning spiritual or religious trips.
• India surpasses Indonesia, Malaysia, Japan, and Thailand in spiritual travel intent.
• Large-scale religious events like Kumbh Mela drive significant travel demand, with Prayagraj seeing a 233% surge in accommodation searches.
• Festival travel, particularly around Holi, boosts interest in spiritual destinations like Pushkar (195% increase), Vrindavan (126%), and Mathura (109%).
• While relaxation remains the top travel reason (67%), spiritual journeys are a defining factor for Indian travelers, blending tradition with exploration.