Tours of India

The Great Indian Adventure

Tour Map of The Great Indian Adventure

In the year India celebrates its 70th year of independence, and the 15th year of our association with it, Wild Frontiers is excited and proud to offer a once in a lifetime opportunity to travel in style around this great country. From the palaces of Rajasthan, to the backwaters of Kerala and from the mayhem of Kolkata to the tranquillity of Goa's endless beaches, we will take you on a journey of discovery by way of 15 UNESCO World Heritage Sites, with three esteemed India commentators to help you unlock the secrets of this beguiling country. Using some of the region's finest hotels, best restaurants and most engaging guides this is a voyage into the heart of the country, though her captivating urban centres and her evocative countryside. On this tour you will witness all the colour, culture and beauty of India as well as getting away from the madding crowds.Join William Dalrymple, Patrick French and Jonny Bealby on a true Indian journey of a lifetime!

Get beyond the tourist façade of the countries you visit. Focus on the local culture, past and present, and discover the lifeblood of any country – its people. Discovery and culture tours uncover different ways of life, and offer the opportunity to meet and sometimes stay with local people or tribal groups. Our discovery tours explore cultural sites – both ancient and modern – and help you learn about the people and their culture. Visit the remote tribes of Ethiopia’s Rift Valley, live the nomad life in desert camps or meet the local people of the high Andean altiplano in Peru. There’s no better way to get to the true heart of a country than through its people.

North India Explorer + South India Explorer

Tour Map of North India Explorer + South India Explorer

This epic adventure across the length and breadth of India offers the fantastic opportunity to discover the country's many highlights and meet the friendly locals as we travel by bus, train and boat. We roam through the bustling city of Delhi, explore the 'Pink City' of Jaipur and watch the sun rise over the magnificent Taj Mahal. Travelling south to the Coromandel Coast we find ancient beachside temples, majestic palaces and former colonial towns. Trip highlights include the boat trips along the Ganges in the north and Kerala's backwaters in the south. Staying with local families we experience their generous hospitality and learn about traditional life. We finish the journey on Goa's Arabian shores with time to relax on its beautiful beaches.

Great value, reasonable prices, quality experiences. Comfortable and varied tourist-class accommodations chosen for location and character. Mix of public and private transport for the best overall experience. All the top highlights included, plus plenty of time to explore on your own.

The trips we've build our reputation on. Designed for maximum variety, these trips are geared towards travellers searching for a healthy mix of active exploration, uncommon landscapes, amazing wildlife and local cultures.

India Encompassed

Tour Map of India Encompassed

From the beautiful symmetry of the Taj Mahal to the unforgettable backwaters of Kerala, this comprehensive Indian journey is a photographer's delight. Sail along the sacred Ganges River in Varanasi and explore Abhaneri’s carved stepwells in the North before flying south to search for tigers in the wild and exotic spices in relaxed hill stations. With an intriguing combination of included activities and free time, city streets and rural spirit, you're sure to gain an understanding of the people and some insight into this fascinating land.

Excellent value, amazing prices, quality experiences. Simple and clean hotels, guesthouses and hostels chosen for location and character. Affordable public and private transport for maximum cultural interaction. Plenty of optional activities tailored to your interests and budget.

Popular with 18-30-somethings. Yolo trips are built for those who want to take on the planet in a fun and affordable way with a small group of like-minded travellers. Skip the oversized tour bus and truly connect with your destination. Hit the highlights without giving up the freedom to mix it up according to your own tastes.

Discover India - Delhi to Cochin

Tour Map of Discover India - Delhi to Cochin

From the hectic pace of northern Delhi to the beaches of Goa and the fishing nets of relaxed Kochi, this epic journey packages the subcontinent’s highlights into three well-paced weeks. Watch the sunrise at Savitri temple in Pushkar and explore the canals of Alleppey on your way to a homestay with a local family. With your hotel and transport arranged by our CEOs, you can concentrate on choosing your own adventure. Pack your trip with everything you want – and nothing you don't. What are you waiting for? Lush hills, bustling cities, and mouth-watering curries await!

Heart Of India

Tour Map of Heart Of India

Often overlooked by in favour of the more tourist-friendly regions to the north and south, for the committed Indiaphile, the centre of the country offers a magical mix of experiences, well off the beaten track. From manic urban centres to remote wilderness, bustling bazaars to tranquil villages, exotic architecture to endless beaches, Central India has it all.

Mumbai to Kashmir: A Passage To India

Tour Map of Mumbai to Kashmir: A Passage To India

Following in the footsteps of E.M Forster’s classic tale, A Passage to India, this wonderful and innovative itinerary takes you from the very edge of the great subcontinent at Mumbai’s Gateway to India, via the famous Buddhist caves of Ellora and Ajanta, a few other WF favourite locations, and on to the beautiful Vale of Kashmir. On this trip you will witness many of India’s most inspiring monuments - including the Taj Mahal - visit some of her most colourful cities and enjoy many of her serene and mellow villages. It is a trip that has something for everyone, including the chance to cook, spot game and stay in some awe inspiring palaces and private forts. At Wild Frontiers we pride ourselves at being able to produce something that is not only different but excellent as well - in our Passage to India itinerary, we believe we have done just that.

Indian Tribal Odyssey

Tour Map of Indian Tribal Odyssey

Few visitors get to see the real India; to truly experience the daily beauty of the rural landscape away from the crowded urban centres that lie along the main tourist trail. At Wild Frontiers we believe that the time has come to head back into the wild heart of India, to offer a chance to witness firsthand the day to day existence of the vast majority of India’s rural population. This extraordinary odyssey takes you on an in-depth journey through the villages and tribes of the eastern states of Chattisgarh and Orissa, to visit some of the most interesting temples and isolated people on the subcontinent, before continuing on to Andhra Pradesh. Remote and largely untroubled by mass tourism, here you can enjoy India at its most authentic and nature at her most beautiful. You will have a chance to visit colourful markets and interact with people whose ways of life have remained unchanged for generations. You will also experience the novelty of staying in some truly fabulous heritage properties and enjoy the sights and sounds of Kolkata and Hyderabad, two of the country’s most culturally and historically fascinating cities.

Excellent value, amazing prices, quality experiences. Simple and clean hotels, guesthouses and hostels chosen for location and character. Affordable public and private transport for maximum cultural interaction. Plenty of optional activities tailored to your interests and budget.

Popular with 18-30-somethings. Yolo trips are built for those who want to take on the planet in a fun and affordable way with a small group of like-minded travellers. Skip the oversized tour bus and truly connect with your destination. Hit the highlights without giving up the freedom to mix it up according to your own tastes.

Uncover India - Delhi to Goa

Tour Map of Uncover India - Delhi to Goa

For travellers on a budget who are after an experience full of the very best India has to offer. This tour showcases man-made wonders and natural marvels without missing its most famous cities and sights. From the shining marble of the Taj Mahal and the sparkling shores of Goa, to Rajasthan’s colourful forts and temples, connect with the culture and spirit of this incredible land. Our expert CEOs will take the hassle out of planning but leave you free to choose sites that really shine—so you can encounter India.

All the adventure you want, with a softer landing. Handpicked, character-rich accommodations with upgraded amenities services. Upgraded and private transport, including flights to maximize time. More included meals, activities and transfers.

Iconic India

Tour Map of Iconic India

Why decide between India’s north or south when you can do both on this unforgettable two-week introduction to this incredible country? Explore Rajasthan’s grand forts and palaces, discover a new level of relaxation on a houseboat in Kerala’s backwaters, and learn about traditional culture in the small village of Sawarda. Throw in the glorious Taj Mahal, the “Pink City” of Jaipur, and Kochi's fishing markets and you've got two weeks you’ll remember forever.