India Tours & Trips 2020
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Small Group Tour Small groups are usually defined as between 10 and 24 travelers, often less. If you're the kind of person who enjoys more intimate experiences and personal service this is a good choice. All else being equal you will pay a premium for this style vs a larger group tour.
Private Guided Private tours give you the undivided attention of a guide, and often involve special access to sites and unique experiences not available to larger groups. This is a great option for families, couples, and small friend groups. Expect to pay a bit more for the extra service.
Self Guided Tour A travel company plans your itinerary and arranges all the logistics including lodging, local activities, and transportantion. You have the flexibility of a solo trip while still getting the convience and time savings of expert planning. Get 90% of the benefits of a tour, without a guide.
Group Tour Groups are between 25-60 people, typically ~30-40. Usually there will be many opportunities to split off and enjoy meals and excursions in smaller groups. This is the most economical way to travel, saving up to 40% versus booking the same itinerary yourself.
River Cruise These vessels are smaller than most ocean cruisers, limiting which amenties are available. Passenger counts can vary. One of the biggest advantages of a river cruise is the ability to dock at smaller ports and local villages.
Small Ship Cruise Small ship cruises usually have a max passenger count of 500. The primary purpose of these trips is to spend time off the vessel in local ports (e.g. Mediterranean) or experiencing nature (e.g Galapagos or Antarctica). Cabins can vary from budget to luxury.
Large Ship Cruise This is the "floating city" experience, with multiple ways to enjoy your vacation aboard the ship as much as on land. Ships are multiple floors, provide several activities, culinary, and shopping options. They often make fewer stops and have less time available for shore excursions.
Retreats Similar to a self guided tour but staying in one location only with activities and day outings included as a part of the stay.
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Lodging Level
Lodging Level
Camping Typically involves most nights sleeping in tents (sometimes permanent tented sites) or in rustic cabins and lodges.
Basic - 2 star You'll stay in no-frills, but clean and comfortable, hotels or guesthouses. A 'Basic' trip might also involve a few nights of camping.
Value - 3 star Mid-range budget with accommodations ranging from comfortable lodges, guesthouses, and homestays to three star hotels.
Premium - 4 star 3 to 4 star western hotel equivalents. While not all lodging will be 'luxury' they will be quite comfortable by western standards.
Luxury - 5 star The highest level of comfort and service. All accomodations are in four or five star hotels, boutique lodges or high-end homestays.
Physical Level
Physical Level
Very Easy Minimal walking - motor vehicles available for all major parts of trip.
Easy Normal generally flat walking in urban or suburban environments.
Moderate Walking or physical activity half to most of day - no carrying equipment.
Strenuous All or most of day hiking or biking, hills included.
Extreme Very challenging all day hiking and backpacking carrying significant equipment.
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Travel Style
Travel Style
Flexible schedule A lot of free time, with very few inclusions. Ideal for independent and/or low-key travelers and cruisers.
Full schedule For those looking to maximize their sight seeing time. You thrive on a packed day’s schedule from 8 am to 6pm, with some (but limited) free time. Most activities and meals included.
Balanced schedule You will have solid amounts of both free time and structured time with some activities and meals included.
Flight & Transport Inclusions
Solo Friendly
Solo Friendly
Good for Singles Trips that specifically cater to travelers looking to meet other singles.
No Single Supplement Trips where single supplement is usually not required for solo travelers.
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India's Golden Triangle

- Experience the character of Old Delhi on a rickshaw and walking tour, weaving through the narrow alleyways and exploring Delhi’s oldest mosque.
- See the Taj Mahal up close and wonder at the intricate optical illusions that decorate the marble on this sumptuous masterpiece of Indian architecture.
- Tour the spectacular hillside Amber Fort and wonder at the Sheesh Mahal (Hall of Mirrors), where the walls are covered in a mosaic of reflective and coloured glass.
- Take a break from bustling cities in rural Rajasthan, where you can catch your breath and spend the night in the faded opulence of your heritage stay.
- This trip is perfect for people short on time, as long travel days are kept to a minimum on an itinerary that hits several icons of North India.
Premium India

- Discover the beauty in buildings that lie across the north of India, from Jaipur’s Amber Fort and Royal City Palace to Agra’s Red Fort and iconic Taj Mahal.
- Taste the best of Indian cuisine during Exclusive Experiences, including a street food tour with a local expert in Agra and a wonderful meal in the home of a Brahmin family in Jaipur.
- Embark on both morning and sunset safaris through Ranthambore National Park in search of antelope, sloth bears, leopards and the elusive tigers that call this park home.
- Spend two elegant evenings at your Feature Stay hotel in Jaipur. The heritage hotel has been in the same family since its opening in 1928 and offers opulent details and warm, friendly service.
- Take part in Exclusive Experiences to remember – visit to a royal haveli in Jaipur and hear the stories of its owner’s ancestors, and cruise down the Ganges at sunset accompanied by local musicians.
Highlights of India
- Day 1 – Arrive Delhi
- Welcome to India’s capital city! Upon arrival, you are treated to a traditional Indian greeting before being escorted to your hotel. Day 2 – Old Delhi Sightseeing
- After a morning of leisure, you will explore the many sights of Old Delhi, Red Fort (drive by), Raj Ghat, and the mile-long Chandni Chowk bazaar. Welcome dinner at the hotel. (BD) Day 3 – New Delhi Sightseeing / Jaipur
- Enjoy a morning tour of New Delhi driving past the Parliament House, the President’s House and India Gate. Later visit Humayun’s Tomb, Qutab Minar and Birla Temple. In the afternoon, you will be driven to Jaipur, the capital city of Rajasthan, where you will check in at your hotel. (B) Day 4 – Amber Fort Excursion / Jaipur Sightseeing
- Visit the mountain fortress of Amber, a superb example of Rajput architecture with its complex of palaces, temples, and ornate apartments. In the afternoon you will tour Jaipur City and visit the Hawa Mahal, City Palace and the ancient observatory. (B) Day 5 – Jaipur / Fatehpur Sikri / Agra
- This morning drive to Agra, en route, visiting the abandoned ghost city of Fatehpur Sikri. In Agra, visit the 16th century Agra Fort and enjoy the magnificent Taj Mahal in the warm glow of sunset. (B) Day 6 – Agra / Khajuraho
- Today, board the train for Jhansi. Visit the medieval city of Orcha en route to Khajuraho. This afternoon visit the Western group of temples. Not much has changed to the appearance of the city since the 17th century. (B) Day 7 – Khajuraho / Varanasi
- Fly out to the holy city of Varanasi (Benares) after visiting the Eastern Group of Temples. Later visit Sarnath, site of Buddha’s first sermon, with its stupas and museum. In the evening proceed to the ghats in cycle rickshaws to witness the evening aarti ceremony.(BD) Day 8 – Varanasi / Delhi
- Early this morning embark on a cruise on the Ganges. Witness a stunning sight as a multitude of devotees swarm the river and pay obeisance to the rising sun. Later continue on a walking tour of the historic city where spiritualism permeates the walls around you. Fly to for Delhi. Upon arrival in Delhi you will be provided a day room for your rest and relaxation before being transferred in the evening to board your flight home. (B)
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- Travel to Khajuraho on an exciting train journey.
- Venture through the main streets and back roads of Old Delhi via rickshaw.
- Marvel at the illuminated Ganga Aarti ceremony.
- Behold the Taj Mahal at sunrise.
- Watch for tigers in the wild during game drives in Ranthambore National Park.
- Explore the majestic Amber Fort and vibrant Jaipur, the “Pink City.”
- Cruise the waters of the famous River Ganges.
Premium India in Depth

- Discover the rich history and architecture of the impressive forts scattered across the province, from Jaipur’s Amber Fort and Royal City Palace to Agra’s Red Fort and iconic Taj Mahal.
- Take the chance to get closer to India’s incredible wildlife, and perhaps catch more than a glimpse of its elusive animal king, the magnificent tiger, in Ranthambhore National Park
- Savour Indian cuisine during Exclusive Experiences, including dinner with a Rajput family in Bundi and a Brahmin family in Jaipur, a street food tour in Agra and a spectacular meal in the sand dunes of Pushkar, accompanied by a traditional dance performance.
- Your Feature Stay hotel in Jaipur has been delighting visitors since its opening in 1928, offering up elegant decor, traditional touches and world-class service.
- Visit a royal haveli in Jaipur during an unforgettable Exclusive Experience, where the owner will show you around the ornately decorated property and share photographs and stories of his ancestors who once ruled the nearby provinces.
Enticing North India - Category A
- Day 1 – Arrive Delhi
- Welcome to India’s capital city! Upon arrival you are welcomed with a traditional Indian greeting before being escorted to your hotel by air conditioned vehicle. Day 2 – Delhi Sightseeing
- The morning will be dedicated to seeing the historic landmarks of Old Delhi covering the Red Fort(Drive-By), Raj Ghat and the mile-long Chandni Chowk bazaar. View the sights of New Delhi in the afternoon as you drive along Rajpath and see the Parliament House, the President’s House and India Gate. Pay a visit to the Humayun’s Tomb, Qutab Minar and Birla Temple. (B) Day 3 – Delhi / Agra
- Drive to Agra, arrive and check in at the hotel. In Agra, visit the Agra Fort and watch the sunset over the spectacular Taj Mahal. (B) Day 4 – Agra / Fatehpur Sikri / Jaipur
- Spend time at the abandoned city of Fatehpur Sikri, a masterpiece of Muslim and Hindu architecture. Proceed to Jaipur, the capital city of Rajasthan, and check in at your hotel. (B) Day 5 – Amber Fort Excursion & Jaipur Sightseeing
- Admire the Rajput architecture, palace complex, temples, and ornate apartments of Amber’s mountain fortress. Later, visit Hawa Mahal, City Palace and the ancient observatory on a city tour of Jaipur. (B) Day 6 – Jaipur / Jodhpur
- This morning drive to Jodhpur. Upon arrival check in to your hotel. (B) Day 7 – Jodhpur / Ranakpur / Udaipur
- Start the day off by visiting the indestructible Mehrangarh Fort and the graceful marble cenotaph of Jaswant Thada. En route to Udaipur, stop to admire the beautifully sculpted 15th century Jain temples of Ranakpur. Lunch is served at the mango grove and private gardens of Maharani Bagh, owned by the Maharajah of Jodhpur. Upon arrival in Udaipur, check into your hotel. (BL) Day 8 – Udaipur Sightseeing
- Udaipur is well known as the “City of Lakes”. A guided tour is provided with visits to the beautiful architectural wonder of City Palace, Saheliyonki Bari Garden and the folklore museum where a local presentation of string puppets can be viewed for your pleasure. (B) Day 9 – Udaipur / Mumbai (Bombay)
- Take a morning flight to Mumbai (formerly Bombay), India’s most cosmopolitan city. Start off your visit in Mumbai with a city tour to the British built arch “Gateway of India,” the Hanging Gardens and Malabar Hills where Mumbai’s rich and famous live, the Prince of Wales Museum, Dhobi Ghat, Marine Drive, the Gandhi Memorial Museum and Jain Temple. A hotel room will be provided for the day for your convenience before you bid farewell to India and depart on your international flight home. (B)
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- Explore the ruins of Sarnath (where Buddha is said to have delivered his first sermon after reaching enlightenment)
- Sunrise boat ride on River Ganges
- Witness evening Ghat rituals
- Visit Cafebility in Varanasi
- Jeep Safari
- Take a guided jungle walk in Chitwan National Park
- Canoe River Ride in Chitwan National Park
Heart of India
- Visit Raj Ghat, a beautifully serene monument.
- Visiting the Jama Masjid, the largest mosque in India
- Enjoy short ride by rickshaw through the crowded lanes of the Chandni Chowk bazaar.
- Visiting Qutab Minar, a spectacular example of Indo-Islamic architecture topped by a 234-foot-high tower.
- Enjoy a bird's-eye view of Jaipur and its surroundings
- See the Jantar Mantar, a remarkable astronomical and astrological observatory built in the 18th century
- See the Royal Bengal tiger
- Visit the sprawling Agra Fort on the bank of the Yamuna River.
- Visit the east and west temple complexes that the Chandelas constructed.
India's Wildlife Treasures

North India Highlights

- Discover Northern India's man-made beauties – from Jaipur’s ‘Palace of the Winds’ and Royal City Palace to Agra’s Red Fort and iconic Taj Mahal.
- Get to the heart of Old Delhi, where ancient temples stand against billboards advertising Bollywood blockbusters, by foot and cycle rickshaw.
- The Taj Mahal may be one of the most recognisable buildings in the world, but do you know its poetic history? A local expert will fill you in.
- See pilgrims praying and bathing along the ghats of the sacred Ganges River during an unforgettable sunrise cruise in Varanasi, one of India's holiest cities.
- Feel the magic of India that runs through everything, from a throbbing bazaar to a packed cinema showing a Bollywood blockbuster
Cycle Rajasthan

- Take the road less travelled as you cycle through the rural villages and majestic countryside of Rajasthan
- Discover the rich history and architecture of Amber Fort, just outside of Jaipur, with the expertise of a local guide
- Search for wildlife in the jungle of Ranthambhore National Park, the best place to see wild tigers in Rajasthan
- Relive the legacy of the Rajput warriors by spending a night in a 400-year-old fort, which is now a family-run hotel surrounded by mango orchards
- Marvel at the Taj Mahal, one of the most recognisable buildings in the world with the power to surprise even the most jaded traveller
Tea & Buddhism in West Bengal & Sikkim

Foothills Uncovered: Amritsar, Dharamshala & Shimla

On the Tiger's Trail in India's central parks

Delhi to Kathmandu

- Bigger and more beautiful than any photo can capture, the Taj Mahal is a triumph of Mughal architecture that promises to inspire even the most seasoned travellers.
- Learn to whip up some central Indian staples during a cooking demonstration at home with friends in Orchha; the perfect opportunity to experience an authentic slice of Indian family life.
- See pilgrims praying and bathing along the ghats of the sacred Ganges River during an unforgettable sunrise cruise in Varanasi – one of India's holiest cities.
- Stay in a lodge and wake to the calls of the jungle in Chitwan National Park, then embark on a safari in search of rhino, deer, monkeys, and a wide array of birdlife.
- Spend a memorable night at a Madi Valley Homestay – an Intrepid project that provides sustainable incomes and encourages local communities to conserve the wilderness and wildlife around them.
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Top India Attractions & Experiences
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Relaxing in Kerala’s floating hotels known as Kettuvallams.
Basking in Goa’s beautiful Palolem beach, and sipping in fresh coconut water to keep you hydrated.
Visiting Jaisalmer, a desert town in Rajasthan.
Visiting Varanasi, a city in Uttar Pardesh, which consist of more than 2000 temples and attracts pilgrims and devotees of Hindu, Buddhists and Jains.
Enjoying a Ganges River cruise
Seeing Taj Mahal, an epitome built by Shah Jahan, a Mughal emperor for his wife.
For wildlife lovers, a visit to Kanha National Park is must, as it is one of the few best places to see a tiger in India.
Visit to Harmandir Sahib, a popular Sikhs temple also known as the Golden Temple.
Riding a camel into the Thar desert, and sleeping beneath the stars.
Meditating in a temple in Dharmasala, the home of the Dalai Lama.
Hiking through the magnificent Valley of the Flowers.
Zig-zagging through mountains while paragliding in the Himalayas.
Staying with a local Himalayan family in a remote village.
Bouncing along chaotic city streets and dodging other vehicles (and cows) in a tuk-tuk.
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