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Escorted Tours of India

Join us on an escorted tour of India, a country like no other. A country full of colour, excitement and intrigue. A country of scents, sights and sounds. A country of mountains, deserts, plains, beaches, megacities and jungle. A country so captivating, your holiday to India will live long in the memory.

Walk the streets of vast bustling, bewildering cities and gaze through time at preserved remnants of the British Empire and East India Company, set alongside the glittering buildings of modern-day India. Hear the timeless cry of chai wallahs selling their sweet tea and smell the scent from freshly strung jasmine flowers, in markets as full of life as any in the world.

Travelling with Newmarket Holidays on an India tour, you will discover the north’s Golden Triangle. Hold your breath and feel the goose bumps rise, as the sun slowly sets behind the Taj Mahal, keep a watchful eye for the elusive tigers of Ranthambhore National Park and bear witness to the deeply spiritual ritual of pilgrims bathing in the sacred Ganges at Varanasi. Farther north still, breathe in crisp mountain air in the foothills of the Himalayas.

To the south, unwind totally as you float through Kerala’s languid backwaters on your own kettuvallam houseboat. Sample delicious teas at a hill-country plantation. Choose to watch local fishermen haul in their catch, through crashing waves, or indulge yourself with a treatment in one of the subcontinent’s many ayurvedic spas.

Wherever you holiday in India, be sure to take time out to get to know its welcoming people; understand the complexities of the country’s numerous unique cultures and religions, and to feel the warmth of welcome for which the country is so famed. With our friendly, experienced Indian Tour Manager there to guide you along the way, let us take care of you.

India - Tigers & the Taj Mahal

4.58 (914 reviews)
India

12 excursions included
22 meals included
The magical sight of the Taj Mahal at sunrise
Searching for Ranthambhore's tigers on two safaris
The astounding sights and sounds of New Delhi

India - Tigers, the Taj Mahal & Amritsar's Golden Temple

4.59 (337 reviews)
India

14 excursions included
31 meals included
A stay in Ranthambhore National Park, with two safaris
Witness the Palki ceremony at Amritsar’s Golden Temple
Sunset and sunrise visits to the immortal Taj Mahal

Kerala & India's Beautiful South

4.46 (86 reviews)
India

17 excursions included
30 meals included
Mysore’s beautifully illuminated Maharaja’s Palace
Ride the Toy Train from the hill-station of Ooty and visit a tea plantation
Ride the Toy Train from the hill-station of Ooty and visit a tea plantation

India's Golden Triangle & Shimla

4.55 (40 reviews)
India

12 excursions included
34 meals included
Watching the sun set (and rise) behind the Taj Mahal
Riding the "toy train" from Kandaghat to Shimla
Searching for Ranthambhore's tigers on two included safaris

A Journey Through India - Palace & Fort Stays

4.4 (44 reviews)
India

1 excursion included
32 meals included
Stay in luxurious heritage hotels in spectacular surroundings
Discover the sights of Delhi by rickshaw
Visit Agra's Fort and peerless Taj Mahal

Simply Kerala - God's Own Country

India

7 excursions included
17 meals included
Enjoy an included city tour to cosmopolitan Kochi
See Kochi’s famous Chinese fishing nets
Enjoy a traditional Kathakali dance performance

India - Tigers & the Taj Mahal with Varanasi Extension

India

12 excursions included
25 meals included
The sights and sounds of New Delhi
The historic Red Fort, the India Gate war memorial and the ruins of the Quwwat-ul-Islam Mosque
Complete your holiday with a stay in sacred Varanasi

India - Tigers & the Taj Mahal with 4 Night Goa Extension

India

12 excursions included
30 meals included
The sights and sounds of New Delhi
The historic Red Fort, the India Gate war memorial and the ruins of the Quwwat-ul-Islam Mosque
Spend four nights in a beachfront resort in Goa

India - Tigers & the Taj Mahal with Udaipur Extension

India

9 excursions included
25 meals included
The sights and sounds of New Delhi
The historic Red Fort, the India Gate war memorial and the ruins of the Quwwat-ul-Islam Mosque
Round off your holiday with a stay in Udaipur

India - Tigers & the Taj Mahal with Marari Beach Kerala Extension

4.5 (2 reviews)
India

9 excursions included
25 meals included
The sights and sounds of New Delhi
The historic Red Fort, the India Gate war memorial and the ruins of the Quwwat-ul-Islam Mosque
Conclude your holiday on the palm-fringed sands of Marari Beach

India - Tigers & the Taj Mahal with Kerala Extension

4.67 (6 reviews)
India

9 excursions included
29 meals included
The sights and sounds of New Delhi
The historic Red Fort, the India Gate war memorial and the ruins of the Quwwat-ul-Islam Mosque
Conclude your holiday with five nights in colourful Kerala

Indian Rail Journeys - Amritsar Shimla & the Taj

India

12 excursions included
26 meals included
Stay at some wonderful boutique ‘home-stay’ and Heritage hotels
Discover Old and New Delhi and enjoy a rickshaw ride
A guided tour of Agra, ‘City of Love’ and the ‘Taj’

THINGS TO SEE IN INDIA

Amber Fort, Jaipur, India

Mehrangarh Fort, Jodhpur, India.

Delhi, India.

Jaipur, India.

Munnar, Kerala, India.

Red Fort, Delhi, India.

Taj Mahal, Agra, India.

Ranthambore National Park, Sawai Madhopur, India.

India Tour Highlights

Things to see and places to visit on your escorted tour of India

Agra

Stroll through royal pavilions as you take in Agra’s magnificent sights. Find the city’s pulse, and get lost in its lively maze of colourful bazaars and markets reminiscent of ancient times.

Delhi

A place which has to be seen to be believed, Delhi is a land where ancient and modern wonders collide in a teeming, colourful, enthralling metropolis.

Jaipur

Discover the remarkable Pink City of Jaipur, the capital of Rajasthan and witness its breath-taking forts and majestic palaces; from the Amber fort to the City Palace and the Palace of the Winds (Hawa Mahal).

Kerala

Boasting nearly 600km of Arabian Sea shoreline, Kerala is best known for its palm-lined beaches and backwaters, impressive network of canals, sloping mountains and peaceful retreats.

Taj Mahal

Undoubtedly one of the world’s most famous and most beautiful buildings, the Taj Mahal and its pristine gardens sit gracefully just to the east of the maelstrom of the city.

Ranthambhore National Park

The former hunting ground of Indian princes, beautiful Ranthambhore National Park, today, is a perfect natural habitat for the famed, endangered tigers and countless other species.

The Himalayas

Home to some of the highest mountain ranges on the planet and carpeted with dense green forests, the Himalayas embody the majestic grandeur and beauty that nature can bestow.

Agra Fort

Built for the Mughal Emperor Akbar the Great in the late 16th Century, Agra Fort served as the main palace of the Mughal Emperors until the capital moved to Delhi in 1638.

Red Fort

Once the capital of the Mughals, the UNESCO-listed Red Fort (Lal Quila’) continues to remain of ancient times.

Amber Fort

Once the capital of the Kachchawahs, the Amber Fort is steeped in history dating back to 1592.

THINGS TO DO IN INDIA

You will find no shortage of things to do on your India tour. This is a country of endless possibilities and endless options, with over 1 billion residents, 22 official languages, a history of kingdom and empire, and some of the world’s most impressive landscapes and wildlife. A simple day spent tasting street-food in Mumbai’s exciting Colaba district or another taking a tour of one of Madurai’s incredible temples is likely to give you great insight into the working of this fascinating country. However, if you’re planning your Indian holiday, we think that experiencing at least one of the below is an absolute must.

For many who visit India, the top thing to do is to see the Taj Mahal. We agree. You really should see it. Despite the thronging crowds and the endless bustle of tourists, a walk around this temple of love is sure to leave you feeling blissful and serene.

Explore vast Ranthambhore National Park in search of its most revered guest, the majestic and elusive tiger. To glimpse one of these endangered beasts in their natural setting is to create a memory that is sure never to fade.

Far removed from the frenetic pace of northern India, Kerala is a land of languid backwaters, endless beaches and light, coconut infused flavours. The famously calm backwaters of Kerala typify the area and are not to be missed. Board a kettuvallam, a traditional house boat.

INDIAN FOOD & DRINK

The seemingly ubiquitous curry of Western restaurant-fame is just one string on India’s thickly strung culinary bow. Walk through the market in any village, town or city and you’ll find the air bursting with the aromatic scents of picked herbs, farm-fresh produce and freshly ground spices.

Not content with significant regional variation, India’s cuisine boasts huge variation from town to town and from city to city. A journey of 50 miles is frequently enough to see a marked change in local specialities. Your holiday to India would not be complete without trying dosa, a thin and crispy savoury pancake filled with lightly spiced mashed potato and served with a selection of piquant sambals, often served in the country’s south. Being a largely coastal region, the south also boasts some quite incredible fish – often a feature of Goan curries.

To the east you’ll be treated to peppery hints of the Orient, with Chinese street-food being readily available in Kolkata. India’s Thar Desert to the west and the northern region that surrounds it offers spicy, thick curry and an array of wonderful breads. Whichever part of India you choose to visit be sure to try the wide variety of biryanis, bhajis, puris, pakoras on offer.

In hot weather, Indians choose to drink piping hot, thick sweet chai tea – often bought from a chai wallah with an urn attached to a cart, bicycle or motorbike. If you’re after something cooler, though, try lassi, a chilled yoghurt-based drink that’s often sweetened with mango – it’s also great for battling against any overpoweringly strong spices.

India FAQs

First trip to India? Here are a few questions you might have.

What are the best tours to India?
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Is there a dress code in India?

While Delhi and Mumbai are modern cities, it’s best to dress modestly in regional areas. At sacred monuments and religious sites, wear covered clothing and bring along a scarf in case you need to cover your head as a sign of respect.
When is the best time to visit India?

India has a varied seasonal and geographical climate. Generally, the north of India is cooler, the centre of the country is hot and dry, and the south enjoys a tropical climate. Determining the best time to travel largely depends on the areas you’re interested in visiting and the climate there.
Do I need to speak Hindi to visit?

No, you don’t. While Hindi is India’s national language and is spoken by more than half of its citizens, English is spoken widely throughout India. In fact, most children learn English during their schooling. Many Indians in the major cities speak and understand English, and most street and shop signs are also displayed in English.
I’m sensitive to spicy foods. Are there milder meal options in India?

Absolutely. One of the best parts of India is the delicious cuisine. While it’s known for its spicy curries, if you walk on the milder side of life, you can still enjoy naan, butter chicken, dosa, chutneys, dahi wada, malai kofta, and more. Check out our guide to Indian cuisine on our blog.
What is the currency in India?

The Indian rupee is the official currency of India. Visit XE to see the current exchange rate.

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