"How do you even begin to describe a country like India? This is a land of mind boggling diversity, home to over a billion people speaking more than 100 different languages."

Escorted Tours and Holidays in India

How do you even begin to describe a country like India? This is a land of mind boggling diversity, home to over a billion people speaking more than 100 different languages. Scratch the surface and you’ll find a society where a rigid caste system is still enforced and poverty is widespread, but seeing life in the raw is all part of the experience. India is the birthplace of four of the world’s major religions - Hinduism, Buddhism, Sikhism and Jainism - and spirituality is ever present; this has long been the destination of choice for those seeking to ‘find themselves’ in an incense-scented haze.

Delhi may be a chaotic introduction to India, but it’s also utterly enthralling, home to spectacular monuments such as the Red Fort, Humayun’s Tomb and the Qutb Minar. The Golden Triangle, which links Delhi with Agra and Jaipur, is the most popular itinerary for first time visitors, but India’s patchwork of religions, cultures and landscapes offers so much variety that there really is something for everyone. The pace of life in the big cities can be a little overwhelming at times, but there are oases of meditative calm to be found if you head off the beaten track, from the lofty peaks of the Himalayas to the languid backwaters of Kerala. The simple truth is that once you’ve had your first taste of India, you’ll most likely want to return again and again.

 

Touring Highlights of India

  • Without question India’s most instantly recognisable landmark, the Taj Mahal is even more beautiful than you imagined. Built by the Mughal emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his wife, this extraordinary edifice is a true work of art.
  • A tour of Rajasthan features on the itinerary of most first time visitors to India, and the graceful pink-walled palaces of Jaipur, the colourful regional capital, are a real highlight.
  • Take the time to see both New and Old Delhi and appreciate the many layers of history, from the soaring monuments of the Mughal emperors to the elegant British colonial architecture of the Raj.
  • Head out on safari into the vast wildlife reserve of Ranthambhore National Park, the best place in Rajasthan to spot tigers in the wild.
  • The southern state of Kerala is a world apart from the bustling north, and the lush tropical landscape is best appreciated from a houseboat cruise around the languid backwaters.
  • Mumbai is perhaps India’s most compelling city, a cultural melting pot where Bollywood stars live side-by-side with slum dwellers. Marvel at the Gateway of India, dine at India’s best restaurants and witness the amazing spectacle of the outdoor laundry at Dhobi Ghat.
  • The river Ganges is the lifeblood of north east India, and one of the Hindu faith’s holiest cities, Varanasi, sits on its banks. This intense, colourful city lives long in the memory, a place of pilgrimage and very public rites of birth, marriage and death.
  • Up in the Himalayas, where the air is cooler and the mountain vistas are nothing short of spectacular, you’ll find some of the most breathtaking hiking trails in the world.
  • The city of Amritsar, in the north western state of the Punjab, is home to the magnificent Golden Temple, Sikhism’s holiest site.
  • India offers many options for a spot of relaxation after a busy touring itinerary, from the beaches of Goa to the little visited Andaman Islands, closer to Myanmar than they are to mainland India.

 

Tour Types in India


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10 Nights

Real North India

Explore the colour, vegetarian cuisine, spirituality and natural wonders of north India on this 11-day adventure

Starts:Delhi
Ends:Delhi
Group Size:1- 16
Difficulty:Low
Operator:Intrepid Travel

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£510
£484pp excluding flights £48 per night
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8 Nights

Highlights of Northern India

Unique wildlife, fascinating culture and spectacular Moghul architecture on this tour.



Starts:Delhi
Ends:Delhi
Group Size:4- 16
Difficulty:Leisurely
Operator:Exodus

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£1099
£899pp excluding flights £112 per night
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9 Nights

Golden Triangle tour

Adventure tour of the Golden Triangle - Delhi, Agra, Fatehpur Sikri, Ranthambore & Jaipur

Starts:Delhi, India
Ends:Delhi, India
Group Size:1- 20
Difficulty:All Ages / Not applicable
Operator:Encounters Travel

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£1949pp excluding flights £217 per night
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14 Nights

Cycling through Rajasthan

Discover India's desert state by bike and enjoy in this tour.



Starts:Delhi
Ends:Delhi
Group Size:5- 16
Difficulty:Moderate
Operator:Exodus

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£1899pp excluding flights £136 per night
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13 Nights

Colours of Rajasthan tour

Adventure tour of Delhi, Agra, Fatehpur Sikri, Jaipur, Ranthambore, Bundi, Udaipur and Jodhpur

Starts:Delhi, India
Ends:Delhi, India
Group Size:1- 4
Difficulty:All Ages / Not applicable
Operator:Encounters Travel

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£2999pp excluding flights £231 per night
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13 Nights

Southern India Coast to Coast Ride

Cycle through two distinctively different Indian states. The two southernmost states of Tamil Nadu and Kerala perfectly depict the contrasting nature of India.

Starts:Chennai
Ends:Cochin
Group Size:4- 14
Difficulty:Moderate / Challenging
Operator:Exodus

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£2499pp excluding flights £192 per night
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14 Nights

Spice Trails of Kerala

Walking through the beautiful hills and tea plantations of South India



Starts:Cochin
Ends:Cochin
Group Size:4- 16
Difficulty:Moderate
Operator:Exodus

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£1799pp excluding flights £129 per night
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13 Nights

Cycle Kerala & Tropical India

Cycle from the Western Ghats to the idyllic coastline of Kerala.



Starts:Mysore
Ends:Varkala
Group Size:4- 14
Difficulty:Moderate / Challenging
Operator:Exodus

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£2199pp excluding flights £169 per night
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7 Nights

Cycle the Coast of Kerala

Gentle cycling along the tropical Keralan coastline on this tour.





Starts:Cochin
Ends:Varkala
Group Size:4- 14
Difficulty:Leisurely / Moderate
Operator:Exodus

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£1299pp excluding flights £186 per night
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Bravo Asia

4 Nights

The Heritage Triangle & Temples Tour from Delhi 5 Days

This 5-day tour provides a glimpse into India's rich history, spirituality, and architectural marvels, covering Delhi's cultural attractions, Varanasi's spiritual essence, and Khajuraho's exquisite te

Starts:Delhi, India
Ends:Delhi, India
Group Size:1- 9
Operator:Bravo Indochina Tours

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£343
£309pp excluding flights £77 per night
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14 Nights

Darjeeling, Sikkim & the Singalila Ridge

Classic trek from Darjeeling's tea hills, to the highest mountain range on Earth

Starts:Delhi
Ends:Calcutta
Group Size:4- 16
Difficulty:Moderate
Operator:Exodus

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£2199
£1899pp excluding flights £136 per night
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Bravo Asia

8 Nights

India Golden Triangle with Varanasi 9 Days

Experience the best of India's most renowned treasures with our 9-day Golden Triangle and Varanasi tour, specially designed for first-time visitors seeking to explore the country's iconic landmarks

Starts:Delhi, India
Ends:Delhi, India
Group Size:1- 9
Operator:Bravo Indochina Tours

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£1372
£1235pp excluding flights £154 per night
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13 Nights

Plantations & Hill Stations tour

Adventure tour exploring the plantations and hill stations of Darjeeling and Sikkim

Starts:Delhi, India
Ends:Delhi, India
Group Size:1- 20
Difficulty:All Ages / Not applicable
Operator:Encounters Travel

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£2699pp excluding flights £208 per night
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Bravo Asia

12 Nights

Majestic Rajasthan Adventure from Delhi 13 Days

Explore the opulent heritage of Rajasthan on a 13 Days journey that takes you from the vibrant streets of Delhi to the regal cities of Jaipur, Jaisalmer, Jodhpur, and Udaipur

Starts:Delhi, India
Ends:Udaipur, Rajasthan, India
Group Size:1- 9
Operator:Bravo Indochina Tours

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£1012
£911pp excluding flights £76 per night
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10 Nights

Ladakh Explorer

Cultural adventure tour of Ladakh taking in Buddhist temples & monasteries, beautiful valleys and meadows and mountain lakes

Starts:Delhi, India
Ends:Delhi, India
Group Size:2- 12
Operator:Encounters Travel

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£1699pp excluding flights £170 per night
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6 Nights

7 Days India Golden Triangle tour

Embark on a 7-day India Golden Triangle tour, a journey that encapsulates India's must-see highlights

Starts:Delhi, India
Ends:Delhi, India
Group Size:1- 9
Operator:Bravo Indochina Tours

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£309pp excluding flights £52 per night
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12 Nights

Backroads Of Kerala

On this cycling tour of southern India we travel into Kerala's rural backwaters.

Starts:Kovalam
Ends:Kochi
Group Size:4- 16
Difficulty:Easy
Operator:Explore!

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£1695
£1495pp excluding flights £125 per night
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21 Nights

Rajasthan Panorama

Rajasthan conjures up images of maharajas and palaces and is regarded as one of the most colourful and exciting states in all of India. Marvel at the beauty of this region’s diverse landscapes, as you

Starts:UK
Ends: UK
Group Size:8- 28
Operator:Wendy Wu

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£3990
£3690pp including flights £176 per night
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14 Nights

India's North & South - Premium Adventure

Discover a land of contrasting wonders in one thrilling trip

Starts:Delhi
Ends:Kovalam
Group Size:4- 16
Difficulty:Leisurely
Operator:Exodus

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£3499pp excluding flights £250 per night
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19 Nights

Imperial Rajasthan with South India Extension

Get a true taste of India’s majesty and scale as you travel in style between Mumbai, Kumarakom, and the Taj Mahal in old Rajasthan

Starts:New Delhi, Delhi, India
Ends:Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
Group Size:18- 22
Operator:Luxury Gold

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£8195pp excluding flights £431 per night
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