India Tours in November 2026

We did this tour after a week in the North doing the golden triangle so it was nice to sample the north and the south of India - they are very different. The cycle routes were fabulous and as were in the main flat within most people’s ability. The tour should be named cycling the backwaters and coast of Kerala as more time is spent in the backwaters than on the coast - not a complaint as the backwaters are fabulous. The night on the houseboat was amazing and the home stay was better than we expected. A great way of seeing the area.

Great trip from beginning to end. Everything was as per the itinerary and superbly led by our tour leader G with a special mention to our driver Shiv who’s driving skills on the crazy Indian roads ensured we reached our destinations safely.

Raj was just brilliant. He looked after us and took care of all needs not just for when we were with the group, but those who had onward travels. He checked on our onward train travel from Delhi to Mumbai to make sure everything was in place before he left us. He went over and above his remit to just looking after the group.

We have done many trips with Explore and this was another fantastic trip around Kerala, the Western Ghats and Goa with a brilliant guide, great group of people and amazing experiences.

The inclusion of the program gave me an objective opportunity to feel and immerse in the culture. Ashish, the leader of articulation, culture, was leading for the 2 weeks; consistency, energy; exceptional. Ashish, enlivened the energy of the tour group. The energy, stimulation, openness of the tour group and Ashish; crossing borders and boundaries in formed and open cultural beliefs; attitudes were electric to recharge, openness of seeing new perspectives. This tour was a 10 in awakening, exposure. In gratitude privileged for the opportunity.

This is an amazing tour. So varied with so many different experiences, many hectic and full on but also some relaxing days in wonderful locations. Sanjeev was an amazing tour leader and guide, he went beyond expectations to make sure we all enjoyed everything on offer including very interesting explanations of the history, the religions and temples and the amazing food. There were a lot of highlights including a walk through the bazaars at Jaipur, everything about the Pushkar Camel Fair, relaxing at Chambal Safari Lodge and the Hindu ceremonies at Varanasi. Perhaps surprisingly even the overnight trains mixing with Indian travelers were a delight. Highly recommended.