Cultural Tours in India 2024/2025

When it comes to culture tours, India dazzles with its diversity. No trip to India is complete without seeing the Taj Mahal, that improbably perfect Mughal monument to love, described lovingly by a poet as “a teardrop on the cheek of eternity.” Another must-visit cultural landmark is the set of temples in Khajuraho, a wonderful example of the coexistence of sensuality and spirituality in Indian art. India’s classical music and dance forms provide fascinating cultural insights. Try to catch a performance of Kathakali, which features performers with brightly painted faces, elaborate costumes and highly stylized movements, and attend a concert of Hindustani classical music, a synthesis of ancient Hindu melodic systems and Persian musical forms. India is also home to many Buddhist traditions. Head to the cold mountainous region of Ladakh, where you can learn more about the Tibetan Buddhist culture by visiting stupas and gompas (monasteries).

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31 Local culture tours with 66 Reviews

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Royal Rajasthan Tour

of 5 reviews
  • Free cancellation
  • Trip customizable
Me and my wife booked this trip few month ago and we visited last month and all arrangement was gre ...
  • Tour Type Private Tour
  • Activities Local culture & Cultural, religious and historic sites +2 more
  • Accommodation Hotel & Resort
  • Transport Jeep, Boat & Private Vehicle
  • Age Range 5-79 yrs
  • Operated in English, French, German, Spanish
days14 From US$ 1,685 View Tour
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  • May 02
  • May 03
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Highlights of Northern India

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A fantastic trip giving you an experience of the countries culture, the local wildlife and numerous ...
  • Tour Type Small Group Tour
  • Activities Local culture & Cultural, religious and historic sites +1 more
  • Accommodation Hotel, Sleeper Train & Resort
  • Transport Boat, 4WD Jeep, Sleeper Train & Train
  • Age Range 16-95 yrs
  • Operated in English
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Rajasthan and Varanasi: Bike Tours & the Taj Mahal

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I had a wonderful time and saw the real Rajasthan and Varanasi with some people that will be friends ...
  • Tour Type Group Tour
  • Activities City sightseeing & Desert safaris +2 more
  • Accommodation Hotel, Camping, Sleeper Train, Tent & Guest House
  • Transport Boat, Train, Bus, 4WD Jeep & Taxi
  • Age Range 18-39 yrs
  • Operated in English
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India Golden Triangle with Tigers & Leopards

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We were on budget we found this tour on bookmundi and booked for two people I was happy with hotels
  • Tour Type Private Tour
  • Activities Wildlife & Cultural, religious and historic sites +3 more
  • Accommodation Hotel & Resort
  • Transport Private Vehicle & Rickshaw
  • Age Range 15-99 yrs
  • Operated in English, Spanish
days10 From US$ 653 View Tour
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  • Apr 28
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India Tour: Kalimpong, Darjeeling & Gangtok

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  • Free cancellation
  • Trip customizable
Well planned itinerary. must experience . we have visited site in the month April and experienced pl ...
  • Tour Type Private Tour
  • Activities Local culture & Cultural, religious and historic sites
  • Accommodation Hotel
  • Transport Private Vehicle
  • Age Range 10-80 yrs
  • Operated in English
days06 From US$ 1,576 View Tour
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  • Apr 30
  • May 01
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North to South India: The Taj Mahal & Goa Good Times

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21 day city sightseeing trip through New Delhi, Agra, Jaipur and 10 other destinations in India. Read More
  • Tour Type Small Group Tour
  • Activities City sightseeing & Art and architecture +3 more
  • Accommodation Hotel, Home-stay, Guest House & Resort
  • Transport Boat, Ferry, Flight, Train, Bus, Private Vehicle, 4WD Jeep, Rickshaw & Taxi
  • Age Range 18-39 yrs
  • Operated in English
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Golden Triangle Tour: 5 Days

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  • Free cancellation
  • Trip customizable
The tour was wonderful! The operator and driver are excellent! I recommend everyone to live this exp ...
  • Tour Type Private Tour
  • Activities Cultural, religious and historic sites & City sightseeing +1 more
  • Accommodation Hotel
  • Transport Private Vehicle & Rickshaw
  • Age Range 18-79 yrs
  • Operated in English, French, Japanese, Russian, Spanish
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Holi Celebration in India (March 2025) - Fixed Departure

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8 day holi trip in India, visiting New Delhi, Jaipur and Agra. Read More
  • Tour Type Small Group Tour
  • Activities Holi & Local culture +2 more
  • Accommodation Hotel
  • Transport Rickshaw & Private Vehicle
  • Age Range 1-80 yrs
  • Operated in English
days08 From US$ 3,116 View Tour
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  • Mar 12
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Taj to Varanasi

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11 day cultural, religious and historic sites trip through New Delhi, Jaipur, Tordi and 3 other destinations in India. Read More
  • Tour Type Small Group Tour
  • Activities Cultural, religious and historic sites & Local culture
  • Accommodation Hotel, Sleeper Train & Home-stay
  • Transport Train, Rickshaw, Jeep, Boat, Flight, Sleeper Train & Private Vehicle
  • Age Range 8-95 yrs
  • Operated in English
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Captivating Kerala

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6 day local culture tour in India, visiting Kochi, Periyar National Park and Kumarakom. Read More
  • Tour Type Group Tour
  • Activities Local culture & Chill out
  • Accommodation Hotel, Bungalow & Resort
  • Transport Coach, Boat & Ferry
  • Age Range 5-99 yrs
  • Operated in English
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Rajasthan Experience

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15 day art and architecture tour through New Delhi, Agra, Jaipur and 5 other destinations in India. Read More
  • Tour Type Small Group Tour
  • Activities Art and architecture & Local culture +3 more
  • Accommodation Hotel, Camping, Tent & Resort
  • Transport Train, Private Vehicle, Rickshaw, Boat & Flight
  • Age Range 15-99 yrs
  • Operated in English
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Highlights of Assam and Nagaland

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Towards the end of our trip the political situation in Assam became volatile with demonstrations, st ...
  • Tour Type Small Group Tour
  • Activities City sightseeing & Natural landmarks sightseeing +3 more
  • Accommodation Hotel, Bungalow, Guest House & Resort
  • Transport Ferry, Bus, 4WD Jeep & Flight
  • Age Range 16-95 yrs
  • Operated in English
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Rajasthan: Laneways & Local Villages

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15 day local culture tour through New Delhi, Mandawa, Rajasthan, Jodhpur and 5 other destinations in India. Read More
  • Tour Type Group Tour
  • Activities Local culture & Countryside and village visits
  • Accommodation Hotel
  • Transport 4WD Jeep, Boat, Private Vehicle & Taxi
  • Age Range 18-39 yrs
  • Operated in English
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Premium India in Depth

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14 day luxury trip through Mumbai, Udaipur, Bundi and 5 other destinations in India. Read More
  • Tour Type Small Group Tour
  • Activities Luxury & Cultural, religious and historic sites +1 more
  • Accommodation Hotel & Resort
  • Transport 4WD Jeep, Boat, Flight, Private Vehicle & Rickshaw
  • Age Range 15-99 yrs
  • Operated in English
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Lovely India Tour
5 - Excellent
  • Anonymous
“we were on budget we found this tour on bookmundi and booked for two people I was happy with hotels and tour guides they provide this is truly professional company Highly recommend for first time travellers to India”
North India highlights
5 - Excellent
  • Anonymous
“This was a fast paced trip but we knew that when we booked and it enabled us to see so much of India in a short time . I can't quite believe what we managed to cover! We started at Jaiper were we came across a bridegroom on an elephant and sadly had to turn down an invitation to join in the wedding! From there we moved to Ranthambore National Park were we saw not only a tiger but a leopard ! I don't think many people are lucky enough to see both .We saw the iconic Taj , travelled on overnight sleeper trains (The station at Agra was an experience, we seemed to give the locals something to watch!) There are long distances between the cities but travelling in the minibus was actually wonderful with always something to see. The colours of the saris will be my lasting memory of the trip. Our group size was 12 and they were a totally delightful group of people who all got on really well.”
highlights of northern india march 2014
5 - Excellent
  • Anonymous
“fast moving, enlightening and at times exhilerating 8 days! could not possibly have squeezed more into this trip. also sampled lots of good food and drink and saw some of the most amazing stuff, taj mahal is way bigger that one could ever imagine and the ceremony at the ghats in varanasi could never be recreated properly on tv or in a photo!”

Culture Tours India

Highlights of Culture Tours in India

  • Learn about Hindu and Muslim architectural traditions by visiting the Champaner-Pavagadh Archaeological Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
  • Take a half-day cooking class on how to prepare the perfect north Indian thali in the lakeside city of Udaipur.
  • Marvel at the thousands of silk sarees on display at Kanchipuram and get expert insights into how this beautiful and ancient garment is woven.
  • Familiarize yourself with the stunning tradition of pata chitra, traditional paintings made with layers of cotton cloth and depicting tribal motifs and religious myths, at Raghurajpur, near the famous temple town of Puri.
  • Listen to the beautiful kirtans (devotional hymns) of Sikhs at the Golden Temple in Amritsar during culture tours in India.
  • Tour the workshops of Kumortuli, Kolkata’s traditional pottery district, where clay idols of Hindu gods and goddesses are made.

Travel Tips for Cultural Trips in India

  • Take off your shoes before entering places of worship like a temple or a mosque.
  • India is a conservative country, and it is best to cover up and avoid wearing shorts or skirts in and around cultural landmarks or while attending events.
  • Religious places like mosques and gurudwaras may require you to cover your head before entering.
  • You will often find aggressive touts out to make a quick buck, looking for foreign tourists near monuments. Tell your hotel or travel agent to arrange a dependable local guide instead.
  • Learning a few key phrases in Hindi is helpful during culture tours in India, except in the very south, where it is best to stick with English.
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