India Cultural Tours & Trip Packages

India Cultural Tours & Trips

49 India Cultural trips. Tours from 9 tour companies. 1,314 reviews. 4.8/5 avg rating.

49 Trips match your criteria (1 - 20 shown)

India's Golden Triangle
4.9/5 Excellent
100+ reviews
Small Group Tour
Why we love them
They're highly committed to sustainable tourism and contribute to crucial initiatives like climate action, focusing on local cultures and more.
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

Agra, Delhi, Jaipur, Rajasthan, Taj Mahal

Highlights

  • 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.
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Themes

Cultural, Local Immersion & Homestays, High Adventure

What travelers are saying

"I did the EBC trek with Intrepid in September and October. Our group missed the first 3 days of the planned 12 day trek due to bad weather. There was a real fear we would not be able to do the trek at all. Intrepid sorted out additional accommodation and flights once we were able to fly. Our group made it to EBC by missing the 2 acclimation days on the accent and descending in 3 days instead of 4. This was only possible because of the awesome staff (guides and porters) employed by Intrepid and by Intrepid's backroom staff making alternative accommodation and flight arrangements for us."

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Ladakh: Markha Valley Trek
5/5 Excellent
21 reviews
Private Guided
Lodging level
Camping
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Full schedule

Highlights

  • Certified, English speaking trek manager
  • All land transportaion
  • Sightseeing by English speaking, Ladakhi guide
  • All trekking and camping arrangements
  • All meals
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Themes

Cultural, Trekking & Expeditions

What travelers are saying

"We booked a trip to Italy with Sky Vacations and could not have been happier with the results. We didn’t want to do the usual tourist visits because we had been to Italy before. They designed a trip that took us to Umbria and Marche and Lake Bracciano and it was great. We wanted to stay in luxury, smaller hotels, do cooking classes, wine tasting and some touring and every item was executed perfectly. We’re now booking Greece with them. A great company we highly recommend."

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Spice Trails of Kerala
4.7/5 Excellent
100+ reviews
Small Group Tour
Why we love them
With a wide range of trip styles, Exodus caters to every type of traveler out there- even those with specific interests from cycling to winter hiking.
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

Kerala, Kochi, Munnar, Western Ghats

Highlights

  • Discover the beautiful hill station of Munnar
  • Trek through the historic tea plantations of Kerala
  • Visit the colourful Sri Meenakshi Temple at Madurai
  • Spend a night on a traditional houseboat in Kerala

Themes

Cultural, Hiking & Walking

What travelers are saying

"Rick was really helpful and patient. He explained things clearly, was happy to answer questions. It is a long time since I last travelled solo but I felt confident that Rick understood what I wanted from the trip and reassured me."

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The Tropical South
4.4/5 Great
100+ reviews
Small Group Tour
Why we love them
With a wide range of trip styles, Exodus caters to every type of traveler out there- even those with specific interests from cycling to winter hiking.
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

  • Experience India’s laid-back side on a small-group adventure in the south
  • Embark on a tour of the historic landmarks in the old spice port of Kochi
  • Trek through the vivid tea plantations in Munnar with an expert local guide
  • Witness the temple town of Madurai wake from its slumber on a dawn city walk
  • Search for elephants, wild pigs and more on a nature walk in Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary
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Themes

Cultural, Nature & Wildlife, National Parks, Festivals & Special Events

What travelers are saying

"Rick was really helpful and patient. He explained things clearly, was happy to answer questions. It is a long time since I last travelled solo but I felt confident that Rick understood what I wanted from the trip and reassured me."

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Colours of Rajasthan
4.5/5 Excellent
100+ reviews
Small Group Tour
Why we love them
With a wide range of trip styles, Exodus caters to every type of traveler out there- even those with specific interests from cycling to winter hiking.
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

Delhi, Fatehpur Sikri, Jaipur, Jodhpur, Taj Mahal, Udaipur

Highlights

  • Explore the majestic state of Rajasthan with a small group and expert tour leader
  • See the unforgettable Taj Mahal at sunrise, the most beautiful time to visit
  • Maximize your chances of spotting a tiger in Ranthambore National Park with two game drives
  • Discover the lesser-known Bundi, a fairytale town on the Aravali foothills
  • Explore the lakeside city of Udaipur, nicknamed the Venice of the East

Themes

Cultural, Nature & Wildlife, National Parks, Festivals & Special Events

What travelers are saying

"Rick was really helpful and patient. He explained things clearly, was happy to answer questions. It is a long time since I last travelled solo but I felt confident that Rick understood what I wanted from the trip and reassured me."

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Delhi to Kathmandu
4.8/5 Excellent
100+ reviews
Small Group Tour
Why we love them
They're highly committed to sustainable tourism and contribute to crucial initiatives like climate action, focusing on local cultures and more.
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

Agra, Chitwan National Park, Delhi, Durbar Square, Himalayas, Kathmandu, Taj Mahal, Tibet, Varanasi

Highlights

  • 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 atAmaltari Madhyavarti Homestay – staying here provides sustainable incomes and encourages local communities to conserve the wilderness and wildlife around them.

Themes

Cultural, Local Immersion & Homestays, High Adventure

What travelers are saying

"I did the EBC trek with Intrepid in September and October. Our group missed the first 3 days of the planned 12 day trek due to bad weather. There was a real fear we would not be able to do the trek at all. Intrepid sorted out additional accommodation and flights once we were able to fly. Our group made it to EBC by missing the 2 acclimation days on the accent and descending in 3 days instead of 4. This was only possible because of the awesome staff (guides and porters) employed by Intrepid and by Intrepid's backroom staff making alternative accommodation and flight arrangements for us."

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Trans Himalayan Jeep Safari
5/5 Excellent
21 reviews
Private Guided
Lodging level
Camping
Physical level
Strenuous
Trip pace
Full schedule

Highlights

  • 6 nights accommodation: 2 nights in Manali, 1 night in Sarchu, 1 night in TSO Moriri, 2 nights in Leh
  • All meals
  • Expert certified program guide
  • Visit some of the regions most famous sites including Hadimba Temple, Vashists Hot Water Springs, Atal Tunnel, Tso Moriri Lake, Tsokar Lake, Karzok Village and Leh, capital of Ladakh
  • Walking tour of Manali
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Themes

Cultural, Nature & Wildlife

What travelers are saying

"We booked a trip to Italy with Sky Vacations and could not have been happier with the results. We didn’t want to do the usual tourist visits because we had been to Italy before. They designed a trip that took us to Umbria and Marche and Lake Bracciano and it was great. We wanted to stay in luxury, smaller hotels, do cooking classes, wine tasting and some touring and every item was executed perfectly. We’re now booking Greece with them. A great company we highly recommend."

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Rajasthan Adventure
5/5 Excellent
100+ reviews
Small Group Tour
Why we love them
They're highly committed to sustainable tourism and contribute to crucial initiatives like climate action, focusing on local cultures and more.
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

Agra, Delhi, Jaipur, Jama Masjid, Jodhpur, Rajasthan, Red Fort, Taj Mahal

Highlights

  • The Taj Mahal is one of the most recognisable buildings in the world, with its poetic history and beauty having the power to surprise even the most jaded travellers.
  • Discover the rich history and architecture of the Amber Fort, with the expertise of a local guide. The kaleidoscopic magic of the Hall of Mirrors is unforgettable
  • India is famous for its great sleeper trains and you'll be tucked up nicely in your own padded bunk
  • The Thar Desert is a vast space, but the locals treat it as their own back garden. Relax watching the sunset and sleep under the stars
  • A hot air balloon experience above Jaipur is extraordinary. Float high over the spectacular palaces and forts with the ultimate bird's eye view
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Themes

Cultural, Local Immersion & Homestays, High Adventure

What travelers are saying

"I did the EBC trek with Intrepid in September and October. Our group missed the first 3 days of the planned 12 day trek due to bad weather. There was a real fear we would not be able to do the trek at all. Intrepid sorted out additional accommodation and flights once we were able to fly. Our group made it to EBC by missing the 2 acclimation days on the accent and descending in 3 days instead of 4. This was only possible because of the awesome staff (guides and porters) employed by Intrepid and by Intrepid's backroom staff making alternative accommodation and flight arrangements for us."

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India Cultural Reviews & Ratings

4.8/5  Excellent
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Alice

Oct 2015

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Our Guide CHETAN SHANKER JHA has

Our Guide CHETAN SHANKER JHA has been superb!!! Was a fantastic trip and he made it wonderfull!! If I have come back to india will come back to Intrepid and will as...

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Sandra

Oct 2015

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Intrepid have a wonderful balance of organized

Intrepid have a wonderful balance of organized tours and free...

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Colin

Oct 2015

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Well organised. Slightly better than I thought

Well organised. Slightly better than I thought it would be from the information supplied.

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Simon

Oct 2015

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Because had a great trip, it was

Because had a great trip, it was everything we thought it may be, warts and all India. Please note this is the second go I have had to submit feedback, internet con...

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Andrew

Sep 2015

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Love this trip, we crammed so much

Love this trip, we crammed so much in to 8 days. A great introduction to India.

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