Top Activities on the Ground in India

Get some exercise on a full-day hiking adventure around Munnar. Walk through picturesque tea fields and forests, past one of the largest dams in India, and to a lookout at 6,560 feet (2,000 meters). Stop to enjoy your included packed lunch and chat with your guide and the other participants of this small-group tour (max. 14). This is a great way to explore the countryside without getting lost.

Learn about Munnar’s tea production and the origins of tea straight from the source. Walk through a tea plantation and meet local tea farmers. In addition to the fresh air and lush greenery, you’ll visit a working factory, where you’ll see local manufacturing techniques and refine your palate with a tea tasting.

Make the most of your time in Agra without having to waste time standing in long lines with this skip-the-line guided tour of the Taj Mahal. Your personal guide will meet you at your Agra hotel and take you to India's best-known monument, telling you all about its history, significance, and architecture.

Beat the traffic—and the crowds—on this small-group, morning bicycle tour through Jaipur, India’s “Pink City.” As the city slowly wakes, ride through rose-hued streets and hidden alleys, and pass by ornate havelis (traditional townhouses) and temples. Sample authentic local flavors at several top-rated food joints, explore vibrant flower and vegetable markets, and join morning prayers with devotees at a grand Krishna temple. Along the way, your guide shares fascinating insights into Jaipur’s culture, architecture, religion, and cuisine. With tandem bikes for non-riders and an e-rickshaw always nearby, this tour always has travelers comfort and safety in mind.

Take the stress out of planning a trip to the Taj Mahal, with this private tour, which includes hotel pickup and offers an up-close look at Mughal Empire landmarks without planning hassles. Visit the iconic Taj Mahal—India's iconic homage to love, and learn how Shah Jahan built this marble mausoleum for his wife Mumtaz. Stop at Agra Fort and explore the 16th-century monument with your guide.

Jaipur’s top sights are spread out, making them tough to check off in a single day. Ideal for time-pressed travelers, this full-day private tour whisks you between the Pink City’s highlights by chauffeured, air-conditioned vehicle, leaving you free to relax and soak up sights such as the Amber Fort, Jantar Mantar, Hawa Mahal, and many more.

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.

Make your New Delhi arrival as stress-free as possible—and bypass long taxi lines—with this private transfer service from Indira Gandhi International Airport. Upon landing, meet your chauffeur directly in the arrivals area, and get settled aboard your comfortable vehicle. With no other drop-offs along the way, you're ensured a speedy and seamless trip straight to your hotel.

Spend a morning hiking among tea pinnations with a professional guide with this tour. You'll make your way through forests, spice farms, and fields of tea, with a stop for a snack along the way. On clear days, you'll even get the chance to see Anaimudi, South India's highest peak.

Day hikes in Manali. Manali day hikes are for those who want to enjoy a brilliant walk in the outskirts of the Manali town. Starting from a 2000m the day treks go up to 4000m thus gaining a 2000m altitude in a day. All-day hikes start early morning. After the end of the trek, some require transportation to get back to Manali and some start at Manali and end at Manali. The day hiking tour allows its participants to enjoy the beautiful green forests, above tree line meadows and the spectacular view of the Pin Panjal and Great Himalayan range.

Hike up to the peak of Top Tibba with a professional guide to lead the way with this hiking experience. You'll make your way through the forest and up to the peak, with stops along the way to take in the scenery. You may even spot wildlife along the way, as a variety of birds along with deer, foxes, and even leopards are known to live in the surrounding area.

Discover the best of India on a 3-day private tour to Jaipur, Agra, and Delhi, known as the Golden Triangle. Visit iconic sites like the Taj Mahal, Amber Fort, Palace of the Winds, and Qutub Minar with a dedicated guide. Enjoy private transportation, entrance fees, and the option to include 4- or 5-star accommodation with daily breakfast and hotel pickup.

Connect with nature as you experience Munnar's viewpoints and rolling hills on a trek. Instead of trying to navigate the area on your own, follow your guide through tea plantations, forests, grasslands, and more. Discover areas you wouldn't find on your own and enjoy a more personalized and flexible experience on a small-group tour.

Avoid waiting for taxis or struggling with train schedules with a private transfer from your Delhi hotel or airport to Agra, home to the Taj Mahal. Travel comfortably in an air-conditioned vehicle with a dedicated driver who picks you up at your hotel or the airport for a smooth start to your visit. Then, settle back and enjoy the roadside scenery as you’re driven straight to your Agra hotel.

Experience the freedom of exploring islands by bike on this intimate small group bike tour. Ride the winding roads of Divar Island and marvel at the panoramic views from a unique baroque church. Visit the 1,000 year old Saptakoteshwar Temple and soak up the culture of this ancient place. Enjoy a boat ride along the backwaters to Vanxim Island as you soak up the scenery and learn about the local fishing trade.

Hop on a vintage-style bicycle to discover French, Tamil, and Muslim neighborhoods in the scenic, seaside city of Pondicherry with a guide. Traveling by bike isn't only a fun way to get around town—you’ll also be able to cover more sights in less time. Speed down cobblestoned streets and beachside promenades, getting a peek at colonial architecture and flower-filled public parks.

Tea-trail is a tour that gives knowledge as well as the facts,history of Munnar and its habitat within that we can feel the beauty of Munnar

Even if you’re pressed for time, you can still experience the natural beauty of Munnar on this private sunrise tour. The logistics are taken care of for you, so you can skip the stress of planning routes or transportation. Once you’ve reached the summit, you can enjoy breakfast with a view as an optional add-on.

Ensure a taxi is waiting for you when you arrive at Delhi’s Indira Gandhi International Airport by pre-booking a private arrival transfer. Your driver will pick you up at the airport and take you to your hotel in a private, air-conditioned sedan (or SUV for larger groups), just for you and your party.

Hop into the saddle and explore pretty Divar island with ease on this e-bike sightseeing tour. With your guide to lead the way and refreshments included, spin along winding roads through fertile paddy fields, and admire traditional Portuguese-style homes in the countryside. Tackle hills with ease—with your e-bike to help with pedalling—and discover mysterious caves and abandoned temple sites in the rolling hills.

South Delhi boasts green spaces, religious shrines, and artistic enclaves, but is often overlooked by travelers. Experience its sights without getting lost or being cooped up in a car—and accompanied by stories of Mughal and British rule from a guide—on this breezy private bike tour. See a 14th-century Sufi shrine, pedal through the monument-dotted Lodhi Gardens and mural-filled Lodhi Art District; and cap your approximate 3.5-hour tour with a picnic lunch and kebabs from Delhi’s famous Khan Market.

Get the experience of trekking through the Himalayan foothills without having to commit to a long, multi-night trek, by signing up for this 3-daytour. You'll spend two nights at a family homestay and one night at a campground, with the chance to hike to Tunghnath Temple on Chandrashilla Peak and to the alpine lake of Deoria Tal, returning to Rishikesh on your fourth day.

Take the hassle out of your vacation during a comfortable, private taxi transfer in Delhi and Rajasthan. Choose from full-day or multi-day options. Get picked up and dropped off door-to-door between your hotel, airports, train stations, or attractions. Tick off blockbuster sights or visit wildlife locations only reachable by private vehicle.