Top India Day Trips

Don’t let limited time in Delhi stop you from exploring further afield—spend the day discovering the delights of Jaipur on a private tour that takes your personal interests into account. Beat the heat and avoid the stress of navigation while traveling between dispersed Jaipur attractions such as the Amber Fort and the Jantar Mantar in an air-conditioned car. Includes a buffet lunch and monument entry tickets.

Enjoy a thorough overview of India’s capital on a private full-day tour that incorporates both the Old Delhi and New Delhi neighborhoods. Travelers interested in history, culture, and architecture will love the flexible itinerary, which includes several UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Admire highlights such as the Jama Masjid, the Red Fort, India Gate, the Lotus Temple, and the Qutub Minar. You’ll see and do a lot in one day.

Treat yourself to a deluxe and hassle-free transfer from Delhi to Agra during this private, half-day car service. Travel comfortably in your own air-conditioned vehicle with an English-speaking chauffeur. Get picked up and dropped off door to door from any address in either location, including the Delhi airport or train station.

Visit Mahabalipuram’s UNESCO World Heritage Sites on a private tour from Chennai that includes door-to-door transport, lunch, and all entrance fees. Travel by private car and spend the day exploring temples and a seashell museum in a scenic town, with a personal guide who will tailor the day to your interests. The tour passes by the Shore Temple without stopping.

Learn more about Goa’s history, culture, and architecture on a private tour of Old Goa and Panaji. See the Portuguese colonial influence on the local culture at impressive sites including Reis Magos Fort, Fort Aguada, and the UNESCO-listed churches and cathedrals Old Goa (Goa Velha). Also spend time in Panaji City, where old culture sits alongside modern life.

Spend a day on the Red Sea with this private tour from Cairo or Giza to Al-Ain Al-Sokhna, a seaside town located about 75 miles (120 kilometers) from the capital. You can enjoy time outside the bustling city, relax on the beach, and receive day use of a room at a 4- or 5-star resort along with lunch.

Visit some of the top attractions around Udaipur on this private day trip. First, stop at Kumbhalgarh Fort, a UNESCO World Heritage Site that’s commonly referred to as "the Great Wall of India.” Then, see the Jain Temple in Ranakpur, which took a total of 65 years to complete. It is considered one of the largest and most important temples of the ancient Indian religion.

This hassle-free package makes it easy to visit Agra Fort and the Taj Mahal in a single day—even if you’re not based in Agra. Choose between adding round-trip flights from Delhi or opting for direct pickup in Agra. Then, enjoy the convenience of having a guide to navigate and provide commentary, along with included admission and lunch, ensuring a seamless and stress-free day of exploration.

Travelers short on time in North India don’t need to miss out on visiting two of the region’s most interesting and spiritual locations: Haridwar and Rishikesh. This private tour from Delhi can be customized to suit your needs, whether you’re wanting to be immersed in Hinduism or try some adventure sports. Witness the evening Ganga Aarti ceremony before returning to your hotel in Delhi.

Depart from Delhi by express train and set out on a full-day tour of Agra's most famous monuments. Visit the Taj Mahal, Agra Fort, both of which are UNESCO World Heritage sites, and the Tomb of I'timād-ud-Daulah (Baby Taj). Learn about these impressive landmarks from your informative guide. Your tour includes train tickets—so you skip the lines at the station—and an air-conditioned private vehicle in Agra.

If you don’t have time for a multi-day Golden Triangle tour from Delhi, you can still enjoy the beauty of the Rajasthani capital, Jaipur, in a day. After a handy hotel pickup in Delhi, head to Jaipur to explore highlights like Amber Fort, the Jantar Mantar Observatory, and the Palace of the Winds (Hawa Mahal). Choose a package to suit your needs and budget.

Delhi is big and spread out, making it difficult to cover a lot of ground in one day without a car and a guide. This private tour makes getting around easy, and includes the services of a guide to provide commentary. Visit landmarks in both Old and New Delhi, including the Jama Masjid, Red Fort (outside only), India Gate, and Swaminarayan Akshardham Temple, one of the largest Hindu temples in the world.

Early morning we will be taken for a boat ride on the Ganges. It is a mystical and spiritual experience as you watch people offering water to the Sun God and devotees taking a holy dip in the Ganges. We will visit all the famous Ghats of Varanasi via boat and come back to the hotel for breakfast. After breakfast, see the “Temple Tour” most religious Kashi Vishwanath temple, the Bharat Mata temple, Sankat Mochan , Manas Mandir, and BHU. At noon we will be taken for an excursion to Sarnath. Sarnath is the place where Buddha delivered his first sermon to his disciples. The attractions at Sarnath are the Buddha temples, the Dhamekha stupa, the Chaukhandi stupa, and the archaeological museum, return to the hotel. Evening, get ready to experience one of the most memorable moments of your life, as you will be taken to the River Ganges. Enjoy Ganga Aarti. Get a glimpse of the spiritualism at the Ganga Ghats. Enjoy the Ganga Aarti from top After all you can retire for the night.

Old Delhi is known for its tasty street food, from syrup-soaked “jalebis” to “chole bhature” (a traditional Punjabi dish)—but knowing where to locate the best vendors takes local know-how. On this half-day tour, get an insider’s introduction to Delhi’s bustling Chandni Chowk marketplace. En route, check out the Jama Masjid mosque and Asia’s biggest spice market. Eat and drink your fill along the way, with tastings included.

Skip planning hassles on this private 3-day Golden Triangle tour from Delhi. Visit UNESCO World Heritage–listed sites including Agra Fort, Amber Fort, the Qutub Minar, and the Jantar Mantar. See the Taj Mahal at sunrise and explore the Jal Mahal on Jaipur’s Man Sagar Lake. Other highlights include Delhi’s India Gate and Jaipur’s Hawa Mahal, with hotel pickup and private transport included for comfort. Opt for 4- or 5-star hotels.

The South Indian city of Pondicherry has long been celebrated for its Gallic influences and with this tour, with beautiful French architecture alongside traditional Dravidian temples. This tour will show you many of the city's highlights, from the Arulmigu Manakula Vinayagar Temple to the Church of Our Lady of Angels. You'll also head out to Auroville to see the gold-domed Matrimandir, a place of meditation and quiet reflection.

This sunrise tour to the Taj Mahal in Agra is an ideal trip for travelers short on time in India, but who still want to see one of the country’s most iconic sites. Be picked up from your hotel in Delhi in the early hours and driven to Agra, so you can relax in the private car on the way. Reach Agra in time for a beautiful sunrise over the romantic monument.

Take a walking tour of the Dharavi slum area in Mumbai with an informative guide who shares a new perspective on life in one of India's largest cities. Glimpse a hidden side of urban India and discover a place that's alive with small-scale industries and community spirit.

Be amazed by beautiful Agra on this private full-day tour that includes three UNESCO-listed sites. After hotel pickup, watch the sun rise over the Taj Mahal, a peaceful and memorable experience. Continue to the impressive Agra Fort and Fatehpur Sikri, learning about Mughal history from your private guide along the way.

Visit sacred sites in Old Delhi with your own private guide on a full-day tour that provides insights into India's spiritual traditions. Hear commentary from your guide as you explore important Hindu and Sikh temples, the largest mosque in India, an Anglican church, and a high-tech modern temple with sound and light displays. Gain insight into Old Delhi's diverse architecture and cultural traditions throughout the tour.

Make the most of a short trip to North India and avoid the hassle of long-distance public transport on a private 4-day tour. Culture and history enthusiasts will be amazed by the forts, palaces, and monuments in Delhi, Agra, and Jaipur, while nature lovers enjoy a safari in Ranthambore National Park. Private transport, accommodation, some meals, entry fees for key monuments, and hotel pickup are included.

Plan your own visit to the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Chittorgarh Fort with this independent tour from Udaipur. A private vehicle picks you up from your Udaipur accommodation for the winding drive up to the 7th century fortress, which you are free to explore on your own before your driver returns you to your Udaipur hotel.

Make the most of a short time on land with this private tuk-tuk tour of Kochi designed for cruise ship passengers. Spend a half or full day seeing the sites of the town from a compact tuk-tuk, including Chinese fishing nets, churches, the synagogue, markets, and more. You’ll be picked up directly from the port and returned there in good time.

Seeing both New and Old Delhi in one day can be challenging without a plan. This private tour takes care of transportation and logistics, allowing you to explore the city’s top sights with a guide handling the details. Visit UNESCO World Heritage sites such as Humayun’s Tomb, Qutub Minar, the Red Fort, and Jama Masjid, as well as key landmarks including India Gate, Parliament House, and the Lotus Temple.