India Tours

At once exciting and exasperating, romantic and rowdy, opulent and impoverished, India is a country of contrasts. Discover the depths of this diversity through our India tours which blend soul-baring religious rituals and spirit-stirring architecture with serene rural landscapes and the clamour of colourful cities.

Choosing your India tour

Travelling by train, road, rickshaw and river, our tours of India cover every aspect of this amazing place from north to south, coast to coast. Experience UNESCO World Heritage sites, wildlife reserves, majestic cities and heavenly beaches in one comprehensive holiday, or choose an India tour focused on one area or theme. This exceptional country really does offer something for everyone – and perhaps everything for some.

Whether you're travelling alone, as a couple or with companions, our escorted tours of India will cater to your requirements. Enjoy a private guided tour or experience India as part of a larger collective of like-minded individuals, with your partner, with friends or on one of our solo group holidays.

Wondering when to visit India? Our tours are carefully timed to suit the season of each location, so wherever you decide to go you'll enjoy your destination at its best.

Cultural Heritage 

There are endless ways to explore India's rich cultural heritage.

Northern highlights encompass Himalayan hill stations, the Pink City of Jaipur, Amritsar's sacred Sikh temples and Agra's 'Wonder of the World', the Taj Mahal – and you can see them all on our Grand Tour. The highlights of southern India include the magnificent temples of Tamil Nadu, Keralan plantations and colonial Chennai.

Seeking to discover authentic culture away from the tourist trail? Our collection includes tours that reveal the secret India that lies behind the scenes, taking you off the beaten track to little-known temples, tranquil towns and remote locations with awe-inspiring ancient architecture.

India Cruises

Discover India from the water with our range of river cruises. This is a unique way to explore rural areas and experience some of the country's most sacred spaces.

The Hoogly River flows from Farakka to Kolkata, passing by villages where you can witness the work of artisans and stopping at the rarely visited relics of Gaur and Murshidabad. In Kerala, you can take an overnight cruise along the old trading waterways in one of the traditional rice barges known now as houseboats.

Wildlife

India's diverse destinations conceal a wealth of exotic wildlife, both in the untamed countryside and dedicated sanctuaries. Our Wild India tour combines seven national parks where you can spot leopards, rare Asiatic lions, endangered wild asses and an array of brilliant birdlife.

For a magical, multifaceted tour of India, our Tale of the Tiger seeks out these rare and powerful cats in their natural habitat and contrasts the experience with visits to colonial Old Delhi and Rajasthan's royal palaces.

Why tour India with Jules Verne?

With over 45 years' experience delivering escorted tours of India, we know what it takes to make your stay extraordinary – that's the Jules Verne difference. Our itineraries combine iconic landmarks and lesser-known sites, brought to life by expert guides with local knowledge. What's more, with an average group size of 10-16, you've got plenty of space to explore at your own pace.

We pride ourselves on honest pricing and a highly individualised service that includes a Personal Travel Expert for every customer. Take a look at our Feefo reviews from thousands of happy customers and contact us to start planning your trip.

All of our guided tours to India are ABTA- and ATOL-protected and we offer a 100% price guarantee so you can book with complete confidence.

Want to spend more time in India? 

Delight your senses even further and extend your stay in India! With so much to explore in this vast country, there isn’t time to experience it all in one tour but you can extend your journey of discovery after your tour ends and unearth even more of this wonderful and diverse country. View all available extensions to India here, or look on the extensions tab of the India tour to see which ones we suggest.