83 Adventure vacations in India found
Rajasthan tours, India
Discover the evocative northern province of Rajasthan
From US $1,465 to US $1,750 15 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2020: 1 Oct, 2 Oct, 3 Oct, 9 Oct, 13 Oct, 15 Oct, 16 Oct, 20 Oct, 23 Oct, 25 Oct, 27 Oct, 30 Oct, 5 Nov, 8 Nov, 10 Nov, 13 Nov, 15 Nov, 17 Nov, 20 Nov, 22 Nov, 27 Nov, 4 Dec, 11 Dec, 13 Dec, 18 Dec, 20 Dec, 26 Dec, 29 Dec
2021: 3 Jan, 15 Jan, 22 Jan, 7 Feb, 19 Feb, 26 Feb, 5 Mar, 9 Mar, 12 Mar, 16 Mar, 21 Mar, 26 Mar, 9 Apr, 16 Apr, 30 Apr, 21 May, 6 Jun, 20 Jun, 4 Jul, 11 Jul, 25 Jul, 13 Aug, 24 Aug, 31 Aug, 7 Sep, 14 Sep ...
2021: 3 Jan, 15 Jan, 22 Jan, 7 Feb, 19 Feb, 26 Feb, 5 Mar, 9 Mar, 12 Mar, 16 Mar, 21 Mar, 26 Mar, 9 Apr, 16 Apr, 30 Apr, 21 May, 6 Jun, 20 Jun, 4 Jul, 11 Jul, 25 Jul, 13 Aug, 24 Aug, 31 Aug, 7 Sep, 14 Sep ...
North India cultural tour
An adventure to one of the planet's exotic destinations
From US $1,230 to US $1,430 22 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2020: 9 Oct, 14 Oct, 21 Oct, 23 Oct, 4 Nov, 6 Nov, 13 Nov, 20 Nov, 27 Nov, 9 Dec, 16 Dec
2021: 6 Jan, 5 Feb, 12 Mar, 19 Mar, 30 Apr, 4 Jun, 2 Jul, 23 Jul, 6 Aug, 20 Aug, 3 Sep, 24 Sep, 8 Oct, 15 Oct, 20 Oct, 22 Oct, 29 Oct, 5 Nov, 12 Nov, 19 Nov, 26 Nov, 2 Dec, 8 Dec, 15 Dec, 17 Dec, 22 Dec, 26 Dec
2021: 6 Jan, 5 Feb, 12 Mar, 19 Mar, 30 Apr, 4 Jun, 2 Jul, 23 Jul, 6 Aug, 20 Aug, 3 Sep, 24 Sep, 8 Oct, 15 Oct, 20 Oct, 22 Oct, 29 Oct, 5 Nov, 12 Nov, 19 Nov, 26 Nov, 2 Dec, 8 Dec, 15 Dec, 17 Dec, 22 Dec, 26 Dec
Delhi to Goa overland tour
Indian curries temples harems & Himalayas
From US $1,105 to US $1,449 15 days ex flights
Small group travel:
Saturday and Monday departures throughout the year.
India vacation, small group
Vibrant, intoxicating, inspiring and dramatic India
From US $1,460 to US $1,575 15 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2020: 7 Oct, 4 Nov, 11 Nov, 25 Nov, 16 Dec
2021: 18 Aug, 17 Nov
2021: 18 Aug, 17 Nov
Travel Team
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Adventure vacation in Rajasthan, India
Explore Rajasthan and cycle the country roads to Agra
From US $2,399 to US $2,470 12 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2020: 6 Oct, 13 Oct, 20 Oct, 3 Nov, 24 Nov, 1 Dec, 8 Dec, 15 Dec
2021: 12 Jan, 2 Feb, 9 Feb, 16 Apr, 7 Sep, 21 Sep, 5 Oct, 12 Oct, 18 Oct, 19 Oct, 2 Nov, 30 Nov, 7 Dec, 13 Dec, 14 Dec
2021: 12 Jan, 2 Feb, 9 Feb, 16 Apr, 7 Sep, 21 Sep, 5 Oct, 12 Oct, 18 Oct, 19 Oct, 2 Nov, 30 Nov, 7 Dec, 13 Dec, 14 Dec
Kayaking in the Keralan Backwaters
Experience local life kayaking through Kerala backwaters .
From US $670 5 days ex flights
Small group travel
Delhi to Kathmandu tour
An inspiring cultural tour
From US $1,720 to US $1,950 15 days ex flights
Small group travel:
Departs on selected Tuesdays and Saturdays throughout year
Northern India vacation, tailor made
Discover the vibrant and colourful culture of Rajasthan.
From £3,650 15 days inc UK flights
Tailor made:
This itinerary is an example only and can be tailor made all year. This suggested itinerary can be modified entirely to your personal wishes including departure date, duration, accommodation used and how long you spend in each destination
Kerala and tropical India cycling vacations
Beautiful landscapes, fascinating towns and long white beaches
From US $2,879 to US $3,279 14 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2020: 19 Sep, 24 Oct, 14 Nov, 21 Nov, 19 Dec
2021: 16 Jan, 20 Mar, 23 Oct, 13 Nov, 20 Nov
2021: 16 Jan, 20 Mar, 23 Oct, 13 Nov, 20 Nov
South India tour, Trivandrum to Goa
Head to the beaches and backwaters of southern India.
From US $1,225 to US $1,400 16 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2020: 6 Nov, 27 Nov, 24 Dec
2021: 6 Jan, 27 Jan, 4 Feb, 12 Feb, 2 Apr, 9 Apr, 25 Jun, 23 Jul, 13 Aug, 27 Aug, 10 Sep, 24 Sep, 15 Oct, 29 Oct, 5 Nov, 10 Nov, 12 Nov, 19 Nov, 26 Nov, 10 Dec, 17 Dec, 23 Dec, 29 Dec
2021: 6 Jan, 27 Jan, 4 Feb, 12 Feb, 2 Apr, 9 Apr, 25 Jun, 23 Jul, 13 Aug, 27 Aug, 10 Sep, 24 Sep, 15 Oct, 29 Oct, 5 Nov, 10 Nov, 12 Nov, 19 Nov, 26 Nov, 10 Dec, 17 Dec, 23 Dec, 29 Dec
Southern India tour
Enter a world where time feels like it has stood still forever
From US $1,190 to US $1,499 14 days ex flights
Small group travel:
Weekly Sunday departures throughout the year.
South India & Kerala vacation
Mysore Palace village stay Kerala Backwaters
From US $1,595 to US $1,805 15 days ex flights
Small group travel:
Departs Fridays and selected Tuesdays throughout the year
North India vacation, mountains and hidden villages
Inspirational Trekking with Indian Culture and Communities
From £1,545 to £1,895 14 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made and the best time to travel is between June and the end of October
India grand tour
The ultimate journey through India
From US $4,049 to US $4,199 27 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2020: 25 Oct
2021: 28 Oct
2021: 28 Oct
Travel Team
If you would like some help or advice, or just want to discuss your ideas for your next trip, do give us a call.
Overland small group tour of India
Roam across India on this small group tour
From US $935 to US $1,299 20 days ex flights
Small group travel:
Weekly Monday departures throughout the year.
South India vacation, small group
Classic south Indian tour of Kerala from Chennai to Kovalam
From US $2,195 to US $2,490 15 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2020: 16 Oct, 30 Oct, 26 Nov, 28 Dec
2021: 19 Feb, 29 Mar, 17 Sep, 1 Oct, 15 Oct, 29 Oct, 5 Nov, 12 Nov, 19 Nov, 25 Nov, 17 Dec, 20 Dec, 27 Dec
2021: 19 Feb, 29 Mar, 17 Sep, 1 Oct, 15 Oct, 29 Oct, 5 Nov, 12 Nov, 19 Nov, 25 Nov, 17 Dec, 20 Dec, 27 Dec
Gujarat holiday in India
A high altitude journey across the Indian Himalaya
From US $2,449 to US $2,579 13 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2020: 19 Oct
2021: 18 Jan, 15 Feb, 8 Mar, 29 Mar, 12 Apr, 18 Oct, 15 Nov
2021: 18 Jan, 15 Feb, 8 Mar, 29 Mar, 12 Apr, 18 Oct, 15 Nov
Ladakh & Kashmir holiday, India
Timeless monasteries, stunning mountain scenery and Srinagar
From £2,449 14 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2020: 18 Jul
2021: 17 Jul
2021: 17 Jul
Kolkata to Kochi rail tour, India
Travel northeast to southeast India spotting innumerable beautiful sights along the way
From US $2,932 33 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2020: 5 Oct
Southern India and Karnataka rail tour
Take the train from Goa to Kochi via Karnataka and see the breathtaking ruins of Hampi
From US $850 to US $935 10 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2020: 26 Aug, 23 Sep, 30 Sep, 14 Oct, 28 Oct, 11 Nov, 16 Dec
2021: 6 Jan
2021: 6 Jan
India adventure tour, 37 days
Trailblazing adventure tour to far-flung corners of India
From US $2,575 to US $3,000 37 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2020: 6 Nov, 16 Dec
2021: 6 Jan, 12 Mar, 19 Mar, 4 Jun, 2 Jul, 23 Jul, 6 Aug, 20 Aug, 3 Sep, 24 Sep, 8 Oct, 15 Oct, 20 Oct, 22 Oct, 29 Oct, 5 Nov, 19 Nov, 26 Nov, 2 Dec, 8 Dec
2021: 6 Jan, 12 Mar, 19 Mar, 4 Jun, 2 Jul, 23 Jul, 6 Aug, 20 Aug, 3 Sep, 24 Sep, 8 Oct, 15 Oct, 20 Oct, 22 Oct, 29 Oct, 5 Nov, 19 Nov, 26 Nov, 2 Dec, 8 Dec
South India small group tour
Beautiful cities, colonial hill stations & colourful temples
From US $2,579 to US $2,879 19 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2020: 3 Oct, 14 Nov, 19 Dec
2021: 9 Jan, 16 Jan, 23 Jan, 6 Feb, 20 Feb, 27 Mar, 16 Oct, 23 Oct, 6 Nov, 13 Nov, 18 Dec
2021: 9 Jan, 16 Jan, 23 Jan, 6 Feb, 20 Feb, 27 Mar, 16 Oct, 23 Oct, 6 Nov, 13 Nov, 18 Dec
India by Rail, Northeast & Darjeeling
Get off the beaten path and see India in a very untypical way – by train
From US $1,105 to US $1,499 13 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2020: 17 Sep, 5 Oct, 15 Oct, 22 Oct, 26 Oct, 5 Nov, 19 Nov, 3 Dec
2021: 7 Jan, 28 Jan, 22 Feb, 18 Mar, 10 May, 24 Jun, 13 Sep, 4 Oct, 25 Oct, 15 Nov, 25 Nov, 23 Dec
2022: 6 Jan
2021: 7 Jan, 28 Jan, 22 Feb, 18 Mar, 10 May, 24 Jun, 13 Sep, 4 Oct, 25 Oct, 15 Nov, 25 Nov, 23 Dec
2022: 6 Jan
Ladakh hike, bike and raft in India vacation
-Tri Adventure with an International Guide and Doctor
From US $3,199 13 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2021: 17 Aug
2022: 16 Aug
2022: 16 Aug
Kang Yatse expedition in Ladakh, India
-Kang Yatse 2 with an international guide and doctor
From US $3,199 13 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2020: 7 Aug
2021: 8 Aug
2021: 8 Aug
Tribes and Temples of Orissa holiday in India
Orissa cultural holiday in India
From US $2,620 15 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2021: 31 Jan
Vegan activity holiday in Kerala
A Vegan activity holiday through the South Indian mountains
From £955 9 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made throughout the year to suit your requirements
North East India tour, Meghalaya & beyond
Adventure to the living root bridges of Meghalaya and beyond
From £2,460 8 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made throughout the year to suit your requirements
Northern India vacation, small group
Luxury Solo Group Tour through the Best of North India
From £1,785 10 days inc UK flights
Small group travel:
2020: 1 Aug, 1 Sep, 1 Oct, 1 Nov
2021: 1 Jan, 1 Feb, 1 Mar
2021: 1 Jan, 1 Feb, 1 Mar
Southern India vacation, small group
The Best of South India for Solo Travellers
From £1,840 to £1,948 11 days inc UK flights
Small group travel:
2020: 6 Jun, 13 Jun, 20 Jun, 27 Jun, 4 Jul, 11 Jul, 18 Jul, 25 Jul, 1 Aug, 8 Aug, 15 Aug, 22 Aug, 29 Aug, 5 Sep, 12 Sep, 19 Sep, 26 Sep, 3 Oct, 10 Oct, 17 Oct, 24 Oct, 31 Oct, 7 Nov, 14 Nov, 21 Nov, 28 Nov, 5 Dec, 12 Dec, 19 Dec, 26 Dec
2021: 2 Jan, 9 Jan, 16 Jan, 23 Jan, 30 Jan
2021: 2 Jan, 9 Jan, 16 Jan, 23 Jan, 30 Jan
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US $1,465
excluding flights
So many magical memories. What I really loved was the cohesive and infectious enthusiasm of the group energy and the ease because of our highly
organized, fun tour leader Afshar who took care of our logistics with expertise and caring attention.
(more)Elayne Azevedo
The most amazing experience, mainly due to our highly skilled and approachable tour leader Arpu (Arhana), India is an amazing place and completely exceeded all my expectations. (more)Kate Lintott
Very good, specially because of all the contacts with local people. (more)Michel Bogdan
From
US $1,105
excluding flights
I particularly liked when we went to one of the small, rural villages in India, it gave a different view compared to all the big super busy and dirty cities. (more)Annalies de Vijver
Spending two hours at the Taj Mahal at sunset was amazing! Couldn't believe it was free! Also really enjoyed Tordi Sagur, the village, when we got to visit the village, see old disused sites, climb sand dunes and a extra sunrise hike up to an old fort. (more)Rhiannon Bennett
Discovering and exploring new places, meeting people, getting to know a new culture and way of life. I felt the trip covered a lot of aspects such as the history, culture, food, people, traditions and more. (more)Stephanie Denton
From
£2,449
excluding flights
Staying on the houseboat in Shrinagar and using the Shikara boat were the most memorable parts of the vacation.
(more)Ruth Brace
Fantastic. This was the second time I have visited Ladakh and my third visit to Kashmir and stay on Dal Lake. And I hope to stay again on Dal Lake in five years time with family and friends to celebrate my 80th birthday. Doesn't that say it all?? (more)Lorna Daymond
From
US $1,230
excluding flights
The cooking class was one of our highlights as was the night we attended a Bollywood movie. (more)Sue Loughran
I loved meeting new people, all ages from all backgrounds. I've met people
that I'll never forget. The tour guide made us all feel safe and welcome in India. I loved watching the dance show and trying all the food.
(more)Lauren Philp
Camping in the desert was great. Varanasi was a very spiritual experience. And Udaipur was a very lovely city...The best vacation I've had. Thanks to our friendly and knowledgeable guide, a lovely group and a fantastic itinerary.
(more)Graeme Stokes
From
US $2,449
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
Experiencing real life in India
Tips?
Be prepared for anything to happen in India. Not for the fainthearted gee
Local benefits?
I feel it benefited local people and also supported conservation but I don't know about reducing environmental impacts
Overall rating?
8 out of 10 (more)Karen Maynard
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US $1,595
excluding flights
Meeting lots of kind local people was my highlight. (more)Julia Fletcher
Great for those who wish to experience the local foods, sites, forms of transport and culture in a safe and meaningful way. (more)Marilyn Scholtz
Wonderful, fabulous, went beyond my already high expectations. Everyone should do this one, it's a gem. (more)Dorothy Shirvell
From
US $1,190
excluding flights
We have travelled quite extensively (including a previous trip to north India) but this was the first organised group vacation we have been on. We really enjoyed it... Overall an extremely well organised tour which we wouldn't hesitate to recommend to others. (more)Geoff Cruickshank
The whole vacation was fabulous but I loved the homestay in Kerala the best! Brilliant! (more)Eileen Durward
The highlight was Kochi, Mysore and the Kerala backwaters. Good overview of this part of India. (more)Michelle Weinberg
From
US $1,460
excluding flights
The highlight was seeing India as the locals do. Using the various public transport that is available. Eating the street food as well as restaurants. Seeing the colours of the saris and getting used to the smell of spices, (more)Sandra Gould
Very good I need Jaipur needs an extra day. (more)Federica Nucci
From
US $1,105
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
Contrary to expectations I really enjoyed the overnight train journeys. Traveling with the locals was a great experience and gave us chance to chat and get to know fellow travelers
Tips?
Be prepared for a shock when you first arrive. India appears at first as a chaotic crowded, noisy, messy and smelly place but somehow everything work. Be patient and try not to let the chaos and noise get to you, after a few days you will get used to it and it becomes the norm.... (more)Andy Goodenough
From
US $2,575
excluding flights
Rajasthan offers a wonderful experience of historical buildings and sights. Religious, inside views you would not be able to see on your own, expert guides, activities and time to enjoy things on your own. (more)Michelle Weinberg
Visiting the Taj Mahal and the drinking chai sitting on the ghats in Varanasi (more)Rosie Saffell
From
US $2,579
excluding flights
There were to many memorable moments to list. Pretty wonderful. (more)Karen Harrison
The most memorable moments were Mysore Palace, Port hill country, Kovalam beaches, Madurai temples, Kerala backwaters.. (more)Michael Pridmore
The most memorable were - Staying on the houseboat on the Kerala backwaters, the rickshaw ride through Madurai, dipping my feet in the Indian Ocean at the southern most tip of India, eating curry with my fingers off a banana leaf and the cookery lesson at Peryar. (more)Sylvia Wilson
From
US $4,880
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
Tips?
Local benefits?
Overall rating?
(more)Paul Jephcott
From
£1,545
excluding flights
How many superlatives can I fit on the page? Incredible, amazing, unforgettable, majestic and colourful. Every sense is overwhelmed! What an experience. Loved it. (more)Melanie Eley
The tiger safari in Ranthambore National Park was the most memorable. (more)Mark Wareham
If you like trekking, this is a fantastic peaceful environment for it. (more)Emmanuelle Clement
From
US $2,879
excluding flights
Excellent. Great intro to India and a welcoming people/culture. Kerala is rich state so poverty etc less obvious. Would do the trip again (more)Helen Wheeler
Has to be a 5 star!
I will definitely do another cycling vacation with these guys they were simply excellent. (more)Lyn Hill
Excellent... Cycling down the Ooty Hill, the views were breathtaking, as well as visiting the orphanage.
(more)Olga Baranova
From
US $1,225
excluding flights
Everything considered, the cost of the trip, and everything that was included, was exceptionally good value. The places we visited were fascinating, and varied. (more)Michele Darnell-Roberts
Difficult to choose just one, it was all memorable, but I particularly enjoyed the homestay in the backwaters of Kerala. Wonderful host family and a beautiful and relaxing setting. And Hampi has to be one of the most interesting places in India. (more)Maggie Hetherington
From
US $1,880
excluding flights
It is impossible to point out one most exciting part of the three week long stay in Kerala. Cycling, trekking, kayaking, smelling and tasting, it was all very good. It was a very good vacation. (more)Laima Tikuisiene
Having a varied programme with a mixture of activities (kayaking, swimming, hiking and cycling) interspersed with fantastic scenery and wildlife and very friendly and informative staff was the best part. A wonderful family orientated vacation, with fun activities, beautiful countryside, helpful staff and excellent food. (more)Dinah Perry
It surpassed our expectations. The best parts were Cycling through villages, with all the children running out to greet us, and giving us "high 5's"as we passed through - Standing on top of the 2nd highest mountain in South India, having just trekked to the top. Staying for the night on a rice boat... (more)janice eastman
From
US $1,720
excluding flights
There is plenty of time to sit back, absorb and learn as the journey unfolds. (more)Kevin Minski
Each day was packed with memorable moments, but if I had to pick one day it would be when we went to a very small town to stay in a fort/castle overnight.
It was fantastic. I can't wait to go back one day. (more)Lindsey Lavaysse
Had a great trip... seing Rhino from the back of an elephant was one of the most memorable experiences. (more)jenny hickey
From
£2,975
excluding flights
The most exciting part of the vacation was traveling on the overnight train and the many opportunities we had to meet local people and glimpse a little of what their lives are like. I must also add the bustle and colour of the camel fair and the friendliness of everyone we met. (more)Avril Vallance
Bhopal Singh is undoubtedly the best guide I have had on trips to India. He actually knows the history as well as the culture, habits, etc...Excellent.
(more)Nancy Hayward
From
US $2,030
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
The Golden Temple in Amritsar was the highlight, and the sounds, sightsand smells on the Ghats in Varanassi were unforgettable
Tips?
Be frugal with your packing, laundry is cheap and quick. Alternatively replace old clothes with new on your journey. Make sure you have an antibiotic for treating tummy upsets. Drink plenty of water
Local benefits?
We used local transport and food outlets where possible
Overall rating?
A very interesting insight into... (more)Brian Judge
From
£870
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
The most memorable was bike riding through rural and more remote areas.
Tips?
The e-bike tour is quite new for the travel company but it worked really well. We are 59 and 65 respectively and given the heat and, in particular, the state of many of the back roads, were very happy to have the extra electrical assistance. While the bikes on a good road with minimal traffic could go up to 24km/hr, we mostly went not more than about 8km/hr as the roads were in parts very... (more)Els Termaat
From
£2,925
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
Seeing the high mountains, crossing the passes (highest driveable in the World. Ever changing spectacular landscapes, from tropical forests to (frozen)
deserts.
Tips?
Pack your wet weather gear, take, if possible, a 'prophylactic against Delhi-belly before you go. Be prepared to be amazed by the landscapes.
Local benefits?
Clearly bringing money in for local food etc benefits the local economies, entry fees etc help the monasteries. One environmental impact... (more)Dave Hunt
From
US $2,195
excluding flights
I loved the Kerala backwaters and the maharajah’s palace at Mysore... I loved South India and it’s people, such a beautiful and extraordinary place. Our guide Dinesh was excellent. (more)Stephanie Monk
A most enjoyable trip and our guide Justin Bruno was brilliant, knowledgeable, kind and fun to travel with and he had an excellent knowledge of the places we visited. (more)Rose Sandham
I thought Kerala was beautiful. (more)Rose Ortiz
From
US $4,690
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
Meeting the children along the way.
Tips?
Take a pillow and a towel and if going at the same time, not as many clothes for the cold weather as I did, as it was not that cold. Take ear plugs if you want to sleep.
Local benefits?
Not enough information to assess.
Overall rating?
Very good.
(more)Roger Pollard
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