How We Work

When you begin researching a trip to India, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed by the sheer volume of choices, routes and experiences on offer. At India Unbound, we take that complexity out of your hands. To plan your journey, we simply ask you to share a few key details about yourself and the style of travel you have in mind - this might be a list of places you hope to see, a preferred way of travelling, a special interest you want to follow, or a combination of ideas that matter to you. From there, we translate your preferences into a personalised India private tour shaped entirely around your interests. With clear guidance, thoughtful planning and an understanding of what makes travel meaningful for each individual, we craft a journey that feels bespoke from start to finish. It really is that simple.

Plan Your India Itinerary

People travel to India for a wide variety of reasons. If you have a special interest like textiles, have a specific festival that you want to attend (such as Holi or Diwali), or even a particular destination that is sentimental to you, please let us know. This information is critical for us when planning your dream India private tour.
Are you travelling with young children, your partner, someone with mobility issues, or as a part of a larger special interest group? We tailor our tours to ensure that each one of your group members enjoy themselves during their time in India, so be sure to let us know.
Do you have a specific set of travel dates in mind? The weather may influence the ideal destination. Although India’s vast geography and varied topography produce a wide range of weather conditions, generally speaking, India has four seasons.
Winter in India - Winter runs from December to February, with mild temperatures and minimal rainfall.
Summer in India - Summer is from April to June, when the weather becomes progressively warmer.
Monsoon - June and gradually sweeps north, bringing heavy rain and relief from the heat in most parts of the country. Rains subside by the end of August.
Post-Monsoon - Post-monsoon is the period between monsoon and winter, from September to November. Most parts of the country do not receive substantial rainfall during this time.

When thinking about the best time to travel in India, it’s best to think about North and Central India, Far North India, Kerala and South India separately.
India is the seventh largest country in the world, and is home to 28 states and 8 Union territories in the country. Needless to say, it’s big. We would recommend not trying to squeeze too much into one itinerary, so please let us know if you have specific places on your bucket list.
Many of our suggested itineraries offer a mix of private vehicles, trains and domestic flights, but we can tailor this based on how you like to travel. In addition, we like to get an idea of your accommodation preferences in advance. India offers a wide range of accommodation options for tourists, such as heritage hotels, homestays, boutique hotels and more. Be sure to let us know if you prefer 3, 4 or 5 star accommodation, and we can advise which options would suit you best.
Are you particularly fond of yoga? Fancy yourself as a bit of a history buff? Maybe you’ve got seeing tigers on your bucket list? Please don’t hesitate to get as detailed as possible with your India wish list. The more information we know, the better equipped we are to bring your dream itinerary to life.

Choose Your Accommodation

Comfortable

Some of the best accommodation in India combines comfort with character. These include unique stays such as lovingly restored havelis, smaller boutique hotels and heritage homes that blend charm, history, and modern amenities for a memorable travel experience.
Mid-Range

Expect attentive service, refined décor, unique in-house activities and well-located stays that enhance the overall travel experience. Mid-Range accommodation options with India Unbound range from heritage hotels, safari lodges, restored forts and modern city retreats.
Upmarket

The ultimate in luxury, these hotels are often destinations in their own right. With features like private plunge pools and personal butlers, they offer exceptional service in standout locations. This category includes a variety of styles, from wildlife lodges to resorts and tea estates.

Choose Your Travel Style

Quintessential

Expect a lively pace of travel, with predominantly one night at each location. With our Quintessential touring, the focus is on monuments and conventional sightseeing in urban locations, and suits those who want to see and experience as much as they can in a shorter period of time.
Classic

Our Classic India tours feature the highlights of a region. They generally cover a wide area or large territory, and move at a moderate to lively pace with mostly two night minimum stays in each location. The focus is predominantly on iconic monuments and historical sites in urban locations.
In Depth

Ideal for travellers who want to delve a little deeper into India, this style of touring incorporates a mix of well-known and ‘in-between’ locations, in both urban and rural areas. Trips move at a slow to moderate pace, with predominantly three-night stays at each location and additional free time.
Luxury

Enjoy the finer things? Our luxury itineraries feature exceptional hotels with two to three-night stays in each location. This gives our guests ample ample time to relax and enjoy the accommodation, as well as selected sightseeing, curated excursions, and wellness treatments.
Backroads

Using two decades of first-hand experience, we’ve carefully curated a range of India itineraries to take travellers to offbeat and uncommon locations. If rural villages, ancient ruins, trekking or spending more time with locals sounds like your idea of a good time, then this is the style for you.
Family

Our family-friendly itineraries have been carefully curated from our own experiences, and India offers a wealth of activities to keep young and/or teenage travellers engaged. We’ve done the work for you in regards to finding the suitable accommodation for all types of families.