INDIA · EXPERIENCES
India’s best tours and day trips.
The 12 most popular 1-day tours, picked for the experience and the price. Full reviews, run times, what you pay and who runs each one.
A private 8-hour Delhi circuit mixing Old Delhi markets, UNESCO monuments, and New Delhi landmarks with a rickshaw ride optional.
Most Popular“We had a great day exploring many sights. Our guide was very knowledgable and was happy to edit the itinerary to suit us. Also, went to a fantastic restaurant for lunch called Lazeez Affaire. Wasn’t the cheapest (around £35) but was delicious!”
Private sunrise Taj Mahal and Agra Fort with expert guide, AC transport, skip-the-line tickets, and breakfast. Pick up from Agra/Delhi/Jaipur.
“Saif was a really good guide, he showed me all little secret of Taj Mahal and explained me everything about the history of this magical place. I had the chance to visit also Agra Fort that was amazing too and I really love it. He took me a lot of really beautiful pictures. Really recommended!”
Guided day trip from Bangalore to Talakadu and Somnathpur, with temple legends, Hoysala/Chola craft, and lunch included.
“This was a great day trip. The temples were incredible. I’d been to several modern “cement temples” on my overall India trip but this was the first time to ancient temples built from stone. Huge difference in experience.”
Guided Amritsar day trip: Golden Temple, Jallianwala Bagh, and Wagah border beating retreat, plus shopping and clay-cup lassi.
“I recently visited the Wagah Border from Amritsar and it was an amazing experience! The atmosphere was exciting and the Changing of the Guard ceremony was very impressive. The tour was well-planned and our guide was very knowledgeable and enthusiastic. We also visited the nearby Partition Museum, which was a sad reminder of India's past.…”
Guided Tiger Hill sunrise hike from Darjeeling with a monastery visit and homestay breakfast. Small group day trip with 4am pickup.
“It was an amazing hike, breakfast at a local's house was fun and delicious. Throughout the hike it seemed like you always had different great views of the mountains. This was so much better than just a normal tour”
One day in Amritsar with Golden Temple, Jallianwala Bagh, Partition Museum, and the Wagah Border ceremony by private car.
“Our guide, Pyara Lal was excellent, filling us with confidence, especially in the 'behind the scenes' areas. It was one of the busiest days at both the Golden Temple and the Wagah Border but he made the day so easy and stress free.”
Private Varanasi to Ayodhya day trip with AC pickup, guided temple stops, and a Ganges boat ride. Skip lines, full day religious sights.
“Anmol local guide offers and exceptional to experience in Varanasi blending deep knowledge with personal engagement expertise in Varanasi history culture and its usual significance transformer standard visit into a immersive journey he provides insight full Heritage accessible and engaging. what says and molar part in is his ability to tailor the tool to your…”
Private Delhi to Agra day trip by AC car with skip-the-line Taj Mahal, Agra Fort, Baby Taj, and a marble inlay work demo.
“Thanks for the excellent driver and guide! Akleem arranged everything well. Even though the plan doesn’t include lunch or costumes, if you request him, He arranges very nice (Of course the fee we have to pay, he tells us nice place) Also he has very professional photo skill:):) Highly recommended!”
Sunrise at the Taj Mahal plus Agra Fort with a private AC car, multilingual guide, and a choice of Mehtab Bagh or Baby Taj.
“Our tour guide Nadeem was fantastic. Very knowledgeable, and made the day so worthwhile. Would recommend him as a guide to any one!”
Private air-conditioned day trip from Hyderabad to Bidar Fort, Bahmani Tombs, and Guru Nanak Jhira Sahib with an English or Hindi guide.
“Interesting and fascinating landmarks! The Fort is astounding, and I was taken there as it opened so I had it all to myself. My guide, driver and friend Shaik Shakeer explained everything clearly and provided so much information. And he took great photos too. We also went to the Tombs, the school and the Tower.…”
Private Taj Mahal day trip from Delhi with live English guide, AC car, Agra Fort, and Mughal lunch. 12 hours.
“Everything was excellent. The driver picked me up punctually at Delhi airport and then drove me to Agra, where the guide was waiting. The guide was very kind, spoke excellent English, and provided detailed explanations about the important history of the Taj Mahal and Agra Fort. I truly enjoyed the tour. In the afternoon, around…”
Private Old and New Delhi day trip with car, rickshaw/tuk tuk rides, guided visits to Jama Masjid, Humayun’s Tomb, Qutub Minar, Lotus Temple.
“we were on an 8 hour tour by car, tuktuk and rickshaw, with the guide Azhar Khan, who gave us a wonderful experience, with great service Greetings from Denmark”
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