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Over one billion people and 23 major languages — India is one of the world's most diverse places. You could visit every year for a lifetime and still not see all of it.

Many come for its colourful history and tongue-tingling food, or to find themselves at the feet of a Yogi. However, the list of adventures in India is never-ending. You can trek in the snow-capped peaks of the Himalayas, hunt for tigers deep in the jungle, head out to watch a desert sunset on camelback or get lost in aeons-old temples — many of which are still used for worship today.

The contrasts in this kaleidoscopic world can be extreme, particularly in the cities where you'll see sleek skyscrapers on one street and people sleeping on pavements on the next. It's the kind of destination that you have to respond to: the intensity of the experiences will challenge and enthral you. Some find it a little overwhelming, but many more get utterly hooked and come back time and again.

Alternatives to Goa

Five places like Goa in India, without the downsides

Goa is world-renowned as India’s major beach destination, with everything from luxury resorts to makeshift huts, but its popularity has come at the cost of overdevelopment, Westernisation and a sometimes over-rowdy party culture. However, there is much more to India’s beach scene than trance parties and commercialised towns. Fortunately, there are still many coastal destinations in India that are similar to Goa, but which have escaped some of the downsides of mass tourism...read more

8 days

Classic Golden Triangle

Explore the culture and history of northern India
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13 days

India's Golden Triangle & tigers

Taj Mahal and Rajasthan tiger safari
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21 days

Classic northern India

The Golden Triangle and Rajasthan by train, plane and automobile
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13 days

Golden Triangle and Goa

A journey through India's cultural triangle and Goan beaches
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15 days

Golden Triangle and Rajasthan extended

A journey into the heart of Rajasthan
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11 days

Beach, islands and tigers

Desert island beaches and Royal Bengal tigers
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14 days

Golden Triangle And Kerala Houseboats Itinerary

The 14-day classic route to the two gems of India
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  • Delhi

    Delhi

    Start your Indian adventure in capital city Delhi...
  • Agra

    Agra

    Your arrival into Agra will give you your first glimpse of the world-famous Taj Mahal...
  • Andaman and Nicobar Islands

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  • Rajasthan

    Rajasthan

    The Land of Kings
    Rajasthan is a riot of colours...
  • Jodhpur

    Jodhpur

    Known as the Blue City, Rajasthan’s second largest city is dominated by the formidable 15th century Mehrangarh Fort...
  • Jaipur

    Jaipur

    Known as the pink city, Jaipur is a Rajasthani royal city that offers spellbinding sights and sounds...
  • Ranthambore National Park

    Ranthambore National Park

    Located in the heart of Sawai Madhopur district, Ranthambore National Park is a tiger reserve and former hunting ground of maharajas...
  • Ajabgarh

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  • Nagaur

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  • Narlai

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  • Udaipur

    Udaipur

    The City of Lakes is undoubtedly the most romantic place in Rajasthan...
  • Delwara

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  • Jaisalmer

    Jaisalmer

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  • Pushkar

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  • Bundi

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  • Kerala

    Kerala

    Exploring God’s own country
    Kerala is one of India’s most beautiful states...
  • Kochi

    Kochi

    The port city of Kochi (also known as Cochin) is Kerala's biggest conurbation, but is actually made up of a collection of tiny islands and outcrops...
  • Munnar

    Munnar

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  • Eravikulam

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  • Kumarakom

    Kumarakom

    Kumarakom is the perfect jumping off place for houseboat tour in Kerala...
  • Alleppey

    Alleppey

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  • Thekkady

    Thekkady

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  • Periyar National Park

    Periyar National Park

    Found near Thekkady in the Western Ghat mountains, Periyar National Park is home to sought after populations of elephants and tigers...
  • Kottayam

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  • Varkala

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  • Mangalore

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  • Kannur

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  • Wayanad

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  • Cheruthuruthy

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  • Kollam

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  • Kovalam

    Kovalam

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  • Mararikulum

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  • Trivandrum

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  • Kanyakumari

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  • Marari Beach

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  • Mumbai

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  • Goa

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  • Maheshwar

    Maheshwar

    The holy town of Maheshwar sits alongside the sacred Narmada River about two hours south of Indore in Madhya Pradesh...
  • Karnataka

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  • Bangalore

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  • Mysore

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  • Hassan

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  • Chikmagalur

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  • Hampi

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  • Badami

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  • Tamil Nadu

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  • Chennai

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  • Mahabalipuram

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  • Pondicherry

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  • Chettinad

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  • Madurai

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  • West Bengal

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  • Kolkota

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  • Amritsar

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  • Dharamshala

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  • Shimla

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  • Chandigarh

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  • Rishikesh

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  • Shivamogga

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  • Heranjalu

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  • Varanasi

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  • Barsana

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  • Rishikesh

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Places to go in India

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Kerala

Classic Kerala: Temples & Backwaters

Private tour & houseboat cruise through Kerala

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Kerala

Kerala's Backwaters & Beaches

Private tour to Kerala's highlights

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Kerala

Kerala Family Tour

Adventures for all ages

10 daysFrom $1,595
Kerala

Kerala Cycling Tour

See Kerala on two wheels

13 daysFrom $2,605
Kerala

Tropical Kerala

In-depth tour of Kerala's highlights

14 daysFrom $2,285
Kerala, Karnataka

Kerala and Karnataka Highlights

14 day culture and leisure tour across Kerala and Karnataka

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South Asia, Southeast Asia

Yonder

Tailor-made luxury holidays to Asia
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Third Rock Adventures

Private and tailor-made holidays in the Himalayas
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Active India

Tailor-made luxury, cultural and active tours of India
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Bespoke India Travel

Making India incredible!
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Red Lantern Journeys

Culture, culinary, and adventure tours in Asia
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Rainforest Cruises

Exotic Riverboat & Small Ship Cruises
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Seven Wonder Tour & Travels

Tailor-made tours to India
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Reality Tours and Travel

See the real India

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