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With its vibrant traditions, breathtaking landscapes, and world-famous cuisine, India captivates from the moment you arrive. Travel the iconic Golden Triangle, discovering Delhi, the pink city of Jaipur, and Agra – home to the Taj Mahal at sunrise. Wander through Old Delhi on a guided food walk, or head to Varanasi, and reveal India’s spiritual heart. Wildlife lovers can venture into Ranthambore National Park in search of Bengal tigers, while those seeking tranquillity can glide through the lush Keralan backwaters in the south. From Darjeeling’s tea-covered hills to colourful bazaars and vibrant cities, explore our carefully curated India tours to experience the country’s rich heritage, ancient traditions, vibrant cities and unforgettable landscapes.

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The Golden Triangle & Ranthambore

Visit the iconic Taj Mahal at sunset
Food and walking tour in Old Delhi
Safari in Ranthambore National Park

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Jan 2026 - May 2027

11 days

Prices from £1,795 Per person

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The Golden Triangle & Goa

Visit the iconic Taj Mahal at sunset
Safari in Ranthambore National Park
Relaxing stay in Goa

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Dec 2025 - Apr 2027

14 days

Prices from £2,695 Per person

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Grand Tour of India

Ride the UNESCO Toy Train to Shimla
Visit the Golden Temple of Amritsar
Houseboat on Kerala's backwaters

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Jan 2026 - Mar 2027

25 days

Prices from £4,095 Per person

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Splendours of Kerala

Explore enchanting Cochin
Overnight on a traditional houseboat on Kerala's backwaters
Discover the magnificent Meenakshi Temple

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Jan 2026 - Apr 2027

14 days

Prices from £2,495 Per person

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Indian Wildlife Adventure

Blackbuck National Park safari
Search for Bengal tigers in Pench National Park
Visit a tribal village in Kanha

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Jan 2026 - May 2027

17 days

Prices from £3,795 Per person

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The Brahmaputra River & Darjeeling

Watch the sunrise over the Himalayan Range
Visit several wildlife safaris in Kaziranga National Park
View the temples of Sibsagar

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Feb 2026 - Apr 2027

17 days

Prices from £5,495 Per person

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A Journey Through India

Visit the iconic Taj Mahal
Travel to Shimla
Visit Madurai’s famous Meenakshi Temple

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Jan 2026 - Mar 2027

23 days

Prices from £4,895 Per person

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Highlights of Southern India

Sunset cruise on Cochin Harbour
Explore a tea plantation in Munnar
View the 7th century Shore Temple, Mahabalipuram

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Jan 2026 - Apr 2027

16 days

Prices from £3,295 Per person

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Spirit of India by Rail

Visit the iconic Taj Mahal
Go in search of tigers in Ranthambore National Park
Journey to Shimla on the iconic Toy Train

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Jan 2026 - Sept 2027

15 days

Prices from £2,495 Per person

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The Very Best of Southern India

Visit magnificent Mysore Palace
Overnight on a traditional houseboat on Kerala's backwaters
Ride the enchanting Ooty Toy Train to Coonoor

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Jan 2026 - Apr 2027

19 days

Prices from £3,295 Per person

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Bhutan, India, Nepal

A Journey Through the Himalayas

Explore the ancient palaces and temples of Kathmandu
Witness the gravity-defying Tiger’s Nest Monastery in Paro
Watch the sunrise over the Himalayas

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Feb 2026 - Apr 2027

22 days

Prices from £5,295 Per person

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Temples & Tigers

Spot majestic tigers during two safaris in Ranthambore National Park
See the iconic Taj Mahal at sunrise
Visit the Golden Temple of Amritsar

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Jan 2026 - Apr 2027

13 days

Prices from £2,395 Per person

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Nepal, India

Wonders of India & Nepal

Enjoy a sunrise boat ride on the sacred River Ganges in Varanasi
Explore the ancient palaces and temples of Kathmandu
Exhilarating safaris spotting wildlife in Chitwan National Park

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Feb 2026 - Apr 2027

24 days

Prices from £4,195 Per person

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Deccan Odyssey’s Cultural Discovery

The Golden Temple of Amritsar
Safari in Ranthambore National Park
Visit the iconic Taj Mahal

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Feb 2026 - Apr 2027

16 days

Prices from £6,795 Per person

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Deccan Odyssey’s Grand Heritage

Visit the iconic Taj Mahal
Safari in Ranthambore National Park
Join a Thar Desert Camel Ride

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Jan 2026 - Apr 2027

14 days

Prices from £6,595 Per person

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Temples, Tigers & Goa

Spot majestic tigers during two safaris in Ranthambore National Park
See the iconic Taj Mahal at sunrise
Visit the Golden Temple of Amritsar

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Jan 2026 - Mar 2027

17 days

Prices from £3,795 Per person

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Deccan Odyssey’s Indian Adventure

Witness the Taj Mahal at sunrise
Explore Amritsar’s Golden Temple
Ride the luxurious Deccan Odyssey train

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Nov 2026 - Apr 2027

14 days

Prices from £5,695 Per person

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Essential information in India

Time difference

GMT +5.5 hrs

Best time to visit

January - May / September - November

Official languages

Hindi & English (plus regional languages)

Currency

Indian Rupee (INR)

Flight time

Around 9 hrs from UK

Electricity

Voltage: 230V; Plug type(s): C, D & M

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India Destination Guide

India, a vast and vibrant nation, is the seventh-largest country in the world by land area and home to more than 1.3 billion people. As the world’s most populous democracy, it offers an incredible mix of cultures, traditions, and natural beauty.

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Meet our travel specialists for India

Planning a holiday to India has never been simpler. Our dedicated travel experts are with you every step of the way. Our Product Managers carefully curate each experience so you can discover the very best of India, while our Reservations Specialists make the booking process effortless. We’ve personally travelled on these tours and visited the destinations ourselves, giving us first-hand insight to share with you.

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Kath Morris

Product Manager

With 25 years of travel experience, Kath is passionate about crafting exceptional tours across destinations. She’s especially inspired by Asia and Australasia – from India and Sri Lanka’s ancient wonders to the striking landscapes and natural beauty of Australia and New Zealand.

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Jack Millin

Reservations Consultant

Jack has been with us for over a year, helping customers book and enjoy unforgettable holidays. A highlight for him was experiencing our Golden Triangle and Ranthambore tour, where he was captivated by India’s vibrant contrasts and the thrill of spotting tigers on safari.

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Discover more about this incredible destination with our collection of travel blogs, filled with expert insights, local highlights and inspiration for your next adventure.

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Customer testimonials

Distant Journeys uses Feefo, the global feedback engine, to gather genuine and independently verified reviews. Our guests are invited by Feefo to review our company on all aspects of their holiday experience, from the customer service they received to the product itself.

The whole tour was expertly put together from arriving in Delhi to visiting the Taj Mahal and everything in between. We saw so much which was fabulous, including Tigers. We were so fortunate. I would recommend this tour 100%.

Carol McDougall

Temples and Tigers

Excellent all round Fantadtic tour leader

Temples and Tigers

Very well organised tour with an excellent guide AJ, hotels of a great standard. Would definitely recommend Distant Journeys thank you

Golden Triangle and Ranthambore with Goa extension

Excellent organisation from start to finish. We got to experience a whole range of authentic cultural activities and visit some wonderful places. the in country team, guide, driver and mate went out of their way to ensure that everyone had a great time. Lots of little extras along the way that made a real difference. would definitely recomend this tour and Distant Journey's, we'll be back !!!

Very Best of Southern India

We felt that Mumbai didn't really show us anything of interest. A trip to Hampi which is not too far away would have been far more interesting.

Martin Whelan

Grand tour of India

Extremely well organised and varied tour . Every hotel was excellent.

Stephen Puckett

Very Best of Southern India

All the main places in one trip

Elaine Cole

Temples and Tigers

Excellent itinerary, and hotels. The company make sure you are looked after all the time. Highly recommend

Golden Triangle and Ranthambore

Fabulous trip to India despite lots of rain in the first week. Tour Manager Vishu managed to get us into the Sanctuary area in Gir when the scheduled safaris were cancelled due to the weather. Things got better when we got to Madhya Pradesh and had 7 safaris at 3 different parks. Everyone got to see a tiger though some jeeps had better sightings than others. I'd always wanted to visit Varanasi but could not fit it in with previous trips to India. Absolutely loved the sights and learning how sacred the River Ganges is to Hindu people. What an amazing experience

Deborah Potts

Indian Wildlife Adventure with Varanasi extension

Extremely good value. Perhaps the pace is too fast but very well organised . Fabulous local tour manager . If you want a overview of India this is the tour for you

Karen Markham

Grand tour of India

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Frequently asked questions

Weather patterns around the world are becoming less predictable. However, as a general guide, during the main travel season to India, between October and March, the days tend to be mild and sunny with comfortable cool evenings. We recommend checking up-to-date weather forecasts before you travel.
Across all major hotels, Visa and Mastercard credit cards will be accepted and we recommend advising your bank of your travel plans so you do not encounter potential problems when trying to use your cards.
In India, cash withdrawals are typically limited to R10,000 (approx. £110) per day and you cannot obtain Indian currency before arrival in the country. There are occasional problems withdrawing cash from ATMs, so it is worth taking some sterling or US dollars that can be changed locally at money exchanges. Don’t forget your tour manager will be on hand to help you find the best places to exchange your money. When you change money, ask for some small bills (Rs 10s and Rs 20s) and keep these separate from the larger ones, so that they’re readily accessible.
You may also wish to consider a currency card to buy currency and lock in a great exchange rate before you travel. Distant Journeys recommends Revolut, a digital banking app which offers a pre-paid physical or virtual currency card. It is also simple to apply for, set up and use.
Unlike the UK, tipping is very much a way of life in India. We have included a number of gratuities into your tour, although for your Tour Guide, Drivers and assistants, suggested tipping amounts are as follows
Escorted Tours
Tour Managers: INR200 – INR300 per person per day
Coach Drivers: INR100 – INR150 per person per day
Assistant: INR50 – INR100 per person per day
Private Tours
Guide: INR1,200 per day
Driver: INR600 per day
Holiday Extensions
Guide: INR500 per day
Drivers: INR300 – INR500 per day
Bell Boy: INR100 per hotel
Restaurants: INR300
Note: As many our tours visit several areas across India, you may have more than one tour manager, coach driver and coach helper on your tour.
A valid ten-year British passport is required for all holidays, valid for a minimum of 6 months after your return date to the UK. When travelling to India you must also allow two blank pages for your visa. If you are not currently in possession of a valid passport please make sure you leave plenty of time before your holiday to apply for this document. Our recommendation is that you should apply at least three months before your holiday.
You are required to obtain an e-Tourist Visa (e-TV) before travelling. You can apply online for your visa within 30 days of travel on the government of India’s e-Tourist Visa website.
The costs for the e-TV is currently $25 USD.
Alternatively, if you would prefer to have the visa process managed by an expert visa company, we recommend The Travel Visa Company.
Visitors flying into India will no loner fill out physical disembarkment cards at immigration counters. Instead, all guests must comlpete a digital e-Arrival card within 72 hours of arrival. To obtain your e-Arrival cards please visit: e-Arrival.
For more information on passport information and entry requirements please visit the Government Passport Office website and the Foreign Office website.
Please note entry requirements may change and it is your responsibility to ensure you are in possession of all necessary travel, passport, visa and other entry requirements before departure. All costs incurred in obtaining such documentation must be paid by you. We regret we cannot accept any liability if you are refused entry onto any transport or into any country due to failure on your part to obtain and carry all required documentation.
The information provided is for British citizens only. Holders of a British Subject passport, non-British citizens and holders of a passport endorsed in any way should check immigration requirements with the relevant embassy or consulate of the country to be visited, as should clients with dual nationality or renounced citizenship.
Health facilities, hygiene and disease risks vary worldwide. You should take health advice from your GP or local travel clinic about your specific needs as early as possible and ensure that vaccinations or preventative measures are taken early enough (which may be a month or more prior to departure) to be fully effective by the date of travel. For more information on health and vaccinations please visit the Foreign Office website and the NHS Travel Vaccinations website.
Advice may change and you should check the most up to date position with your GP or local health / travel clinic in good time before departure.
Delhi GMT +5½ hrs.
Indian Rupee
Dress for our tours is generally relaxed and informal during the day, dressing to suit the weather conditions and the activity you are undertaking. It’s likely there will be occasions when exploring you’ll be walking on uneven surfaces, so we recommend sturdy and comfortable walking shoes. Wearing layers of clothing means it’s much easier to deal with potentially varied weather conditions and it’s always advisable to carry a waterproof. Any included evening dinners are also informal, with smart casual dress being the norm. We would also recommend taking good insect repellent, a high factor sun-screen lotion and a hat for protection from the sun.
It is always worth being aware of local customs when visiting sacred places. As a general rule, when visiting such places, it is recommended that arms and legs are covered. Women may also wish to take a shawl to cover their shoulders and all visitors should wear long trousers that reach below the knee. Taking off your shoes is also a prerequisite before entering many sacred places. Indians adopt a very conservative standard of dress and we suggest dressing modestly. For our safaris in Ranthambore National Park, we recommend layered clothing including something warm as it can be cold on early morning drives. If you have them, binoculars will provide a great opportunity for closer wildlife viewing.
Across all major hotels, Visa and Mastercard credit cards will be accepted and we recommend advising your bank of your travel plans so you do not encounter potential problems when trying to use your cards.
In India, cash withdrawals are limited to R10,000 (approx. £110) per day and you cannot obtain Indian currency before arrival in the country. There are occasional problems withdrawing cash from ATMs, so it is worth taking some sterling or US dollars that can be changed locally at money exchanges. Don’t forget your tour manger will be on hand to help you find the best places to exchange your money. When you change money, ask for some small bills (Rs 10s and Rs 20s) and keep these separate from the larger ones, so that they’re readily accessible.
You may also wish to consider a currency card to buy currency and lock in a great exchange rate before you travel. Distant Journeys recommends Revolut, a digital banking app which offers a pre-paid physical or virtual currency card. It is also simple to apply for, set up and use.
For more information on the Revolut Currency Card, please click here
Unlike the UK, tipping is very much a way of life in India. We have included a number of gratuities into your tour, although for your Tour Guide, Drivers and assistants, suggested tipping amounts are as follows
Escorted Tours
Tour Managers: INR200 – INR300 per person per day
Coach Drivers: INR100 – INR150 per person per day
Assistant: INR50 – INR100 per person per day
Private Tours
Guide: INR1,200 per day
Driver: INR600 per day
Holiday Extensions
Guide: INR500 per day
Drivers: INR300 – INR500 per day
Bell Boy: INR100 per hotel
Restaurants: INR300
Note: As many our tours visit several areas across India, you may have more than one tour manager, coach driver and coach helper on your tour.
When travelling on our Indian Wildlife Adventure, you will travel through the Indian state of Gujarat, spending a total of 5-nights in the state. Gujarat, is a dry state however, the government of Gujarat, will issue online liquor permits to foreign tourists during their visit to the state. These permits are valid for 7-days and during this period, customers may purchase up to:
1) One 750ml bottle of hard liquor – whiskey/gin/rum/vodka etc
2) Three bottles of wine
3) Ten 650ml bottles of beer
For your convenience, Distant Journeys has included the cost of these permits and your local guide will assist you in applying for the permit once in India.