India
A dazzling kaleidoscope of colour









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
21 days
Classic northern India
The Golden Triangle and Rajasthan by train, plane and automobile
13 days
Golden Triangle and Goa
A journey through India's cultural triangle and Goan beaches
14 days
Golden Triangle And Kerala Houseboats Itinerary
The 14-day classic route to the two gems of India
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Delhi
Start your Indian adventure in capital city Delhi... -
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
The Land of Kings
Rajasthan is a riot of colours... -
Jodhpur
Known as the Blue City, Rajasthan’s second largest city is dominated by the formidable 15th century Mehrangarh Fort... -
Jaipur
Known as the pink city, Jaipur is a Rajasthani royal city that offers spellbinding sights and sounds... -
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
The City of Lakes is undoubtedly the most romantic place in Rajasthan... -
Delwara
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Jaisalmer
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Pushkar
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Bundi
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Kerala
Exploring God’s own country
Kerala is one of India’s most beautiful states... -
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
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Eravikulam
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Kumarakom
Kumarakom is the perfect jumping off place for houseboat tour in Kerala... -
Alleppey
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Thekkady
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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
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Mararikulum
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Trivandrum
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Kanyakumari
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Mumbai
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Goa
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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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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
India Tours

South India Beyond Backwaters
Private tour & houseboat cruise through Kerala
13 daysFrom $1,842Kerala | |
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Custom itinerary, Private guided tour |
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Cruise & Sailing, Family, Active, Nature & Wildlife, Culture |

Kerala's Backwaters & Beaches
Private tour to Kerala's highlights
7 daysFrom $1,265Kerala | |
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Custom itinerary, Private guided tour |
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Cruise & Sailing, Beach, Family, Active, Nature & Wildlife, Culture |

Kerala Family Tour
Adventures for all ages
10 daysFrom $1,595Kerala | |
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Custom itinerary, Private guided tour |
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Cruise & Sailing, Beach, Family, Active, Nature & Wildlife |

Kerala Cycling Tour
See Kerala on two wheels
13 daysFrom $2,605Kerala | |
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Custom itinerary, Private guided tour |
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Cruise & Sailing, Beach, Active, Cycling, Nature & Wildlife, Culture |

Tropical Kerala
In-depth tour of Kerala's highlights
14 daysFrom $2,285Kerala | |
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Custom itinerary, Private guided tour |
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Luxury, Beach, Family, Active, Nature & Wildlife, Culture |

Kerala and Karnataka Highlights
14 day culture and leisure tour across Kerala and Karnataka
14 daysFrom £2,614Kerala, Karnataka | |
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Custom itinerary, Private guided tour |
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Safari, Luxury, Beach, Family, Adventure, Active, Walking, Nature & Wildlife, Photography, Birdwatching, Culture, Cities, Culinary, Food, Wine |
India Travel Companies


Yonder
Tailor-made luxury holidays to Asia
South Asia, Southeast Asia | |
Custom itinerary, Private guided tour | |
Safari, Luxury, Beach, Family, Nature & Wildlife, National Parks, Culture, Spiritual |


Third Rock Adventures
Private and tailor-made holidays in the Himalayas
South Asia | |
Custom itinerary, Private guided tour | |
Family, Adventure, Backpacking, Climbing, Hiking & Trekking, Active, Walking, Nature & Wildlife, Photography, Culture, Responsible Travel, Solo Travel |


Active India
Tailor-made luxury, cultural and active tours of India
India | |
Custom itinerary, Private guided tour | |
Cruise & Sailing, Safari, Luxury, Beach, Family, Adventure, Hiking & Trekking, Active, Cycling, Nature & Wildlife, Culture, Responsible Travel |


Bespoke India Travel
Making India incredible!
South Asia | |
Custom itinerary, Private guided tour | |
Safari, Luxury, Honeymoon, Beach, Family, Adventure, Hiking & Trekking, Water Sports, Active, Walking, Nature & Wildlife, Photography, Birdwatching, National Parks, Culture, Archaeology, Spiritual, Festivals, Cities, Museums & Galleries, Indigenous Tourism, History, Culinary, Food, Wine |


Red Lantern Journeys
Culture, culinary, and adventure tours in Asia
South Asia, Southeast Asia | |
Small group tour, Private guided tour | |
Luxury, Beach, Family, Adventure, Caving, Water Sports, Kayaking, Canoeing, Ziplining, Active, Walking, Cycling, Swimming, Nature & Wildlife, Photography, National Parks, Culture, Cities, Museums & Galleries, Indigenous Tourism, Culinary, Food, Solo Travel |


Rainforest Cruises
Exotic Riverboat & Small Ship Cruises
South America, South Asia, Southeast Asia | |
Custom itinerary, Private guided tour | |
Cruise & Sailing, Safari, Luxury, Honeymoon, Beach, Family, Adventure, Active, Nature & Wildlife, Birdwatching, National Parks, Culture, Culinary, Food |


Seven Wonder Tour & Travels
Tailor-made tours to India
India | |
Custom itinerary, Private guided tour | |
Family, Adventure, Hiking & Trekking, Active, Walking, Overlanding, Yoga, Nature & Wildlife, Photography, Birdwatching, National Parks, Culture, Archaeology, Spiritual, Cities, Museums & Galleries, History, Solo Travel, Accessible Travel, Budget |


Reality Tours and Travel
See the real India
India | |
Custom itinerary, Private guided tour | |
Cruise & Sailing, Safari, Beach, Family, Adventure, Active, Nature & Wildlife, Photography, National Parks, Culture, Archaeology, Spiritual, Cities, Museums & Galleries, History, Responsible Travel, Community-led Tourism, Solo Travel |
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