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Bike, Hike & Kayak South India

By World Expeditions

preferred

Small Group Tour

Lodging level

Basic - 2 star

Physical level

Strenuous

Visits

Kerala, Kochi, Munnar, Periyar

Highlights

Cycle the backroads of Southern India through tea plantations and quaint hillside villages
Embark on jeep safaris in search for wild Asiatic Elephants, Bengal Tigers, Sloth Bears and other wildlife
Trek through rain forest to the second highest peak of the Western Ghats
Depart on a UNESCO heritage train ride between Coonoor and Ooty
Experience the delightful backwaters of Kerala

Themes

Cycling & Biking, Hiking & Walking, Sailing, Rafting, Kayaking, Canoeing, Small Ship Cruise, Eco, Sustainable & Green Travel

What travelers are saying

"Our group of four, were very well supported by an experienced group of Nepali guides, cook, kitchen boys and porters. Our leader – Bir Singh – was exceptional. He ensured everything went smoothly, from recommending “fleecy buffs”, dispensing medication, answering endless questions, to estimating the severity of earthquakes. He offered endless reassurance, always with a smile."

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14 days From$2,890

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Kerala and Maldives Adventure

By World Expeditions

preferred

Small Group Tour

Lodging level

Basic - 2 star

Physical level

Moderate

Trip pace

Flexible schedule

Visits

Kochi

Highlights

Succumb to the languid pace of South India life at beach side resorts
Take in the iconic backwaters of Alleppey by kayak
Uncover historic Kochi and its colonial architecture
Unwind with 5 nights aboard an authentic dhoni as you cruise the Maldives
Explore the rich mangrove ecosystems of Paravur

Themes

Cultural, Cycling & Biking, Sailing, Rafting, Kayaking, Canoeing, Small Ship Cruise, Eco, Sustainable & Green Travel

What travelers are saying

"Our group of four, were very well supported by an experienced group of Nepali guides, cook, kitchen boys and porters. Our leader – Bir Singh – was exceptional. He ensured everything went smoothly, from recommending “fleecy buffs”, dispensing medication, answering endless questions, to estimating the severity of earthquakes. He offered endless reassurance, always with a smile."

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India: Splendors of the South

By Odysseys Unlimited

none

Small Group Tour

Lodging level

Premium - 4 star

Physical level

Easy

Trip pace

Balanced schedule

Highlights

Unique small group itinerary
Enjoy Mumbai touring
Visit Dharavi slum
See Wildlife safaris in Nagarhole National Park
Explore 9th-century Ranganatha Temple in Srirangapatna

Themes

Cultural, 50 Plus, Transformative

What travelers are saying

"Our 8th OU tour was to Switzerland. We visited many sites in Switzerland, Austria and also a quick stop in Germany. O.U. takes all the stress away by using outstanding Tour Directors who handle everything. Our T. D. Kiara was fantastic! She worked flawlessly throughout the tour, even when we were stuck in Zermatt after a flood. I highly recommend O.U."

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16 days From$4,474

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Eternal India Vacations

By Best Single Travel

none

Group Tour

Lodging level

Standard - 3 star

Physical level

Very Easy

Trip pace

Balanced schedule

Highlights

Discover Goa
Visit Taj Mahal, one of the 7 wonder in world
Experience the culture and history of india by visiting Udaipur and Jaipur
Visit Ranthambhore National Park, one of the largest and most renowned National Parks in Northern India
Explore Delhi and Mumbai

Themes

Cultural, Nature & Wildlife, National Parks, Singles Travel, Transformative

What travelers are saying

"I recently took a trip to Kenya and I cannot imagine any other tour operator doing a better job. Let's start at the beginning. My flight from the US landed first in London and then a second flight was to have gone to Kenya. The airline nightmare began with AA being two hours late causing me to miss my next flight on British Air. BA had given my flight away before I got off the plan and had no acceptable replacement. I spent three days and nights at Heathrow airport forcing me to miss those days of my tour. I stood in lines hours long at the airport and my second replacement flight never left the ground after being held hostage in the plane for hours. I was ready to go home. My phone would not work much of the time in the airport, but I was finally able to contact Best Singles Travel. They figured out a way to arrange for a driver to meet me at the Nairobi airport three days after my trip began and take me to Samburu, a five hour drive where the group was then located. If it had not been for this effort in figuring out a way for me to meet my group then this trip would have been lost for me. And what a shame that would have been because once I finally arrived it was magical. I saw every animal as well as much of the countryside driving all over even with missing three days. The lodges were picturesque with monkeys playing on expansive grounds, wild birds and animals, beautiful colored geckos, mountains and streams in the background where the sun met a landscape expanding as far as the eye could see producing sunsets like those seen in National Geographics. Oh, did I mention the food? No US chemicals. Just organically grown and delicious. If anyone reading this decides to travel to Kenya then I hope you stop to see David Sheldrick's rescued baby elephants. I am grateful that Best Singles Travel and Patrick, our knowledgeable considerate tour guide, took the time, effort and resources to make the remainder of this trip happen for me because now I cannot imagine having missed it. This trip was organized, included lovely memorable hotels/lodges and attentive to our needs."

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Famous Tour Package Of India

By Yolo India Tours

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Group Tour

Lodging level

Standard - 3 star

Physical level

Easy

Trip pace

Balanced schedule

Highlights

Explore Old and New Delhi
Visit the Jama Mosque the largest mosque of India
Visit 300 year’s old Chandni chowk bazaar to explore the historical lanes of Old Delhi and Asia’s largest spice market
Enjoy the sunrise tour of Taj Mahal
Visit Qutub Minar UNESCO world heritage site

Themes

Cultural

What travelers are saying

"The hotels, which were actually mostly palaces, and the tour guides and driver -all were beyond our highest expectations! We were treated like royalty everywhere we went, people were kind and humble with us. The main tour sites, such as the Taj, the Amber Fort, and Ranthambore Safari attractions were all exquisite -we even had a close encounter with a tiger."

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New Secrets of Kashmir

By MT Sobek (Mountain Travel Sobek)

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Small Group Tour

Lodging level

Standard - 3 star

Physical level

Moderate

Trip pace

Balanced schedule

Highlights

An off-the-charts exploration of three unique regions of India—the ancient Punjab capital of Amritsar, the Tibetan community-in-exile at Dharamsala, and long-isolated Kashmir
See the awe-inspiring Sikh Golden Temple and get VIP seats to the spectacular flag ceremony at the India-Pakistan border
Have tea with Kashmiri villagers, trek through untouched forests, and watch locals trading in the floating markets on Lake Dal
Delight in sampling classic Indian fare, Tibetan food and Kashmiri waza and tarami specialties

Themes

Cultural, Nature & Wildlife, National Parks

What travelers are saying

"First, let me say our tour guide Tomomi S. is hands down THE best tour guide I’ve ever had - knowledgeable, fun and made great efforts to ensure that we were comfortable and happy (MTSobek tour guides are independent contractors. Tomomi also works for other Adventure/Tour companies) Secondly, Japan is beautiful, clean and the Japanese people are very welcoming. The hiking in the national parks was amazing. It could have been a truly five-star experience if MtSobek had not cut corners so egregiously. The website said (at the time) group tours are 5-22 people. The tour gets canceled if the minimum is not met. When I paid there were TWO other people booked-a mother and daughter duo. Shortly before our departure date I called to see if the tour would be cancelled. I wanted my money back but Mt Sobek was “pleased to say that the trip would not be canceled”. In other words, I could not get a refund. At the last minute a guy named Matt signed up so there were four of us. Five days into the trip Matt left and took a train back to Tokyo. I said to him “You realize Mt Sobek is not going to refund you”. He said, “I don’t care, Mt Sobek scammed us.” With tax, the tour costs $11,645 for 13 nights. For that price there is an expectation that the accommodations Mt Sobek chooses would be decent and clean. We all fully expected a ‘traditional Japanese experience’ which often means no private bath and 8 out of the 13 nights we slept on futon mats on the floor. However, Mt Sobek consistently booked us in the cheapest Ryokans (hotels) in each area in which we travelled. Most of these hotels were unclean and very out-dated. One Ryokan they booked us in was listed on a hotel website for $40 USD/night when there were much nicer accommodations nearby for $100 USD/night. (The Japanese yen is way down, the luxury Park Hotel in Tokyo was $200 USD/night. A comparable hotel would have been about $800/night in Austin.). We were the only people staying in several hotels that accomadated many more people. The most egregious example of MtSobek’s booking the cheapest rooms is when we were booked at a large traditional ski lodge at the base of a spectacular mountain. It was beautiful on the website but had two very different wings. One wing was modern, clean and beautiful with simple beds. The other wing was very old (similar to a cheap Motel 6 that had not been updated since the 1970’s). The carpet and bathrooms were disgusting and like many of the Ryocans where we stayed the futon mats seemed as though they had not been cleaned In 30 years. Only after our tour guide checked us in did we realize we had been booked in the cheap rooms. I asked Tomo why. Immediately someone from MtSobek reached out to me and said, “gosh, I’m sorry you did not realize you were going to have a traditional Japanese experience”. Really? “Traditional” experience depends upon one’s budget. In the US, “traditional” to some people may be the Marriott, a Motel 6 or the Four Seasons Hotels. We were paying for a Marriott experience and received the one-star Motel 6 experience. Upon arrival in Tokyo I expected to be met at the airport by a driver (as many tour companies do). However, several days before our arrival dates in Tokyo, MtSobek sent an email telling us how to locate taking a city bus from the bustling Tokyo airport. That is interesting if you do not speak Japanese. MtSobek cleverly uses great photography and elaborate descriptions of the national parks and the hiking while using terms like “traditional Japanese experience with tatami-mat sleeping” to disguise sub-standard accommodations. At one point we were looking on-line at the very hotel where we were staying and did not even recognize it from the website pictures. The hiking was amazing. The group size was disappointing with just the three of us. I would absolutely recommend a hiking tour through Japan, just not with MtSobek."

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Best of South India

By Bestway Tours & Safaris

none

Small Group Tour

Lodging level

Standard - 3 star

Physical level

Easy

Trip pace

Balanced schedule

Highlights

Visit to the Gateway of India, Mumbai's most famous monument.
Visit the Prince of Wales Museum and Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus
Visit St. Francis Church, the oldest European Church in India.
Enjoy a boat ride on Lake Periyar to watch animals in their natural habitat by the water's edge.
Visit the Temple of Goddess Kumari, the Vivekananda Rock Memorial in the sea where Swami Vivekananda mediated.

Themes

Cultural, Nature & Wildlife, National Parks

What travelers are saying

"I took the most amazing tour across Portugal and Spain through Bestway Tours last year. It was a 10 day tour visiting historic cities across the countries and was blown away by level of service and convenience the team provided. I've learned so much through the knowledgeable tour guides and enjoyed lots of delicious local food. I cannot wait to take another Bestway Tour in the future!"

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Most Popular Tour Package Of India Gt Wz Vns

By Yolo India Tours

none

Group Tour

Lodging level

Standard - 3 star

Physical level

Easy

Trip pace

Balanced schedule

Highlights

Visit Old and New Delhi
Visit 300 year’s old Chandni Chowk bazaar to explore the historical lanes of Old Delhi and Asia’s largest spice market
Explore pink city Jaipur
Visit Amber fort, Fatehpur Sikri and Agra
Visit Taj Mahal at Sunrise

Themes

Cultural

What travelers are saying

"The hotels, which were actually mostly palaces, and the tour guides and driver -all were beyond our highest expectations! We were treated like royalty everywhere we went, people were kind and humble with us. The main tour sites, such as the Taj, the Amber Fort, and Ranthambore Safari attractions were all exquisite -we even had a close encounter with a tiger."

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14 India Short Cruise Tours & Packages trips. Tours from 10 tour companies. 30 reviews.

Bike, Hike & Kayak South India

Kerala and Maldives Adventure

India: Splendors of the South

Eternal India Vacations

Famous Tour Package Of India

New Secrets of Kashmir

Best of South India

Most Popular Tour Package Of India Gt Wz Vns

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I had an amazingly wonderful time on my World Expeditions vacation to Southern India! The itinerary was super (active, fun, fascinating), our guide, Francis, did everything possible to help us feel happy, comfortable and as though we were in good hands, t

I had an amazingly wonderful time on my World Expeditions vacation to Southern India! The itinerary was super (active, fun, fascinating), our guide, Francis, did everything possible to help us feel happy, comfortable and as though we were in good hands, t

I had an amazingly wonderful time on my World Expeditions vacation to Southern India! The itinerary was super (active, fun, fascinating), our guide, Francis, did everything possible to help us feel happy, comfortable and as though we were in good hands, t

I had an amazingly wonderful time on my World Expeditions vacation to Southern India! The itinerary was super (active, fun, fascinating), our guide, Francis, did everything possible to help us feel happy, comfortable and as though we were in good hands, t