Authentic India - Small Group Tours - Imaginative Traveller

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TAILOR MADE TOUR from £3385 for 18 days

HIGHLIGHTS

- Visit the sacred Khechepori Lake, considered by locals as resembling the holy footprints of the goddess Tara

- Visit the impressive Rinpung Dzong, one of the finest examples of Bhutan architecture

- Enjoy a day walk to the 'Tiger’s Nest', the sacred Taktshang monastery which clings to the rock face 900 metres above the valley floor

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Northern India Family Holiday

GROUP TOUR from £765 for 10 days

HIGHLIGHTS

- Act like Mowgli on the hunt for Shere Khan in your own real life version of ‘The Jungle Book’

- Everyone’s seen a photo of the Taj Mahal, but nothing compares to seeing it in person in the glowing morning light – you’ll understand what beauty really is

- Little can describe the feeling of nervous anticipation, of the hairs on the back of your neck standing up in hope of seeing a Bengal tiger stalk through the jungles of Ranthambore National Park

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Rajasthan Experience

GROUP TOUR from £1655 for 15 days

HIGHLIGHTS

- The magical splendour of the Taj Mahal is a must-see on any North Indian odyssey. Enjoy a guided exploration of this immaculate icon

- If you're not a Bollywood fan already, you might just become one when you go to Jaipur's most spectacular cinema hall

- A camel safari through the remote Thar desert is not only a highlight, but provides the perfect balance to the frenetic streets of Delhi and Jodhpur

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Classic South India

GROUP TOUR from £1540 for 13 days

HIGHLIGHTS

- Amid the ordered chaos of Chennai, find tranquillity upon visiting the magnificent Kapaleeshwarar Temple at its centre

- With its idyllic lifestyle and contemporary feel, Puducherry is a beautiful seaside town to explore

- Learn about the man who dedicated his life to the independence of India at The National Gandhi Museum

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Indian Getaway

GROUP TOUR from £510 for 11 days

HIGHLIGHTS

- The majesty and story of the Taj Mahal is a big part of India’s allure, and never disappoints

- Explore the arches, gardens and the unforgettable Hall of Mirrors in the impressive Amber Fort with a local guide

- Watching the sunrise on the holy Ganges River in Varanasi can be somewhat of a spiritual experience. This thought-provoking part of the journey invigorates even the weariest of travellers

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North India Revealed

GROUP TOUR from £845 for 22 days

HIGHLIGHTS

- Experience old and new India in the bustling streets of Delhi, where ancient temples stand against billboards advertising Bollywood films

- Discover the ancient forts, lake palaces, rural villages and colourful cities of Rajasthan: sandy red Jaisalmer, blue Jodhpur, white Udaipur and pink Jaipur

- Ride out into the Thar Desert on a camel safari. Feast on Rajasthani cuisine at sunset before bunking down to camp between the sand dunes

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South India Revealed

GROUP TOUR from £820 for 16 days

HIGHLIGHTS

- Explore the beautiful south of India, getting elbows-deep in authentic southern Indian cuisine

- A homestay with a local family is a special experience, especially in the serene backwaters of Kerala

- Wander through Periyar National Park on the lookout for tigers and elephants

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Classic Rajasthan

GROUP TOUR from £1030 for 15 days

HIGHLIGHTS

- Keep your adrenaline charged with a tiger spotting adventure among the lakes and crags of Ranthambhore National Park

- Ride camels through the desert in Pushkar, gaining insight into the life of rural Rajasthan

- Ballooning over Jaipur while the sun rises is an unforgettable experience

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Mountains & Mystics of India

GROUP TOUR from £1015 for 13 days

HIGHLIGHTS

- Explore Old Delhi by foot and cycle rickshaw, where ancient temples stand against extravagant billboards advertising Bollywood films

- The colonial charm of Shimla Hill Station offers a great introduction to the Himalayas, and the World Heritage-listed ‘toy-train’ is a great way to get there

- As the home of the Dalai Lama, tranquil Dharmasala is the ideal place for an enlightening experience of Tibetan spirituality, culture and history

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Delhi to Kathmandu

GROUP TOUR from £1205 for 15 days

HIGHLIGHTS

- Explore Old Delhi by foot and cycle rickshaw, where ancient temples stand against extravagant billboards advertising Bollywood films

- Discover how the Taj Mahal, one of the most recognisable buildings in the world, still has the power to surprise even the most experienced travellers

- Forget about setting an alarm, there’s only one way to wake up in this world and that’s with a sunrise sail along the Ganges

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India's Golden Triangle

GROUP TOUR from £565 for 8 days

HIGHLIGHTS

- Float among the clouds over Jaipur and watch an Indian sunrise from the basket of a hot air balloon

- The Taj Mahal is not only an sumptuous masterpiece of Indian architecture, but also a truly meaningful stop on any traveller’s journey

- Overlooking the picturesque scene of Moata Lake, the monumental Amber Fort is one sight that will forever be under India’s protection

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Southern India

GROUP TOUR from £1120 for 15 days

HIGHLIGHTS

- Known as the ‘Queen of the Arabian Sea’, Kochi is a fascinating blend of Chinese, Portuguese, Dutch and English influences, and is best explored by ferry

- Step back in time among the iridescent hills of the very British ‘Snooty Ooty’ - home of snooker and the charming Nilgiri toy train

- Spot tigers, elephants, sloths and birds on safari around two of the best places in India to observe wildlife up close - Mudumalai National Park and Periyar Tiger Reserve

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India Real Food Adventure

GROUP TOUR from £1535 for 15 days

HIGHLIGHTS

- Get a real taste of some of India's most famous culinary traditions – Mughal, Rajasthani, and the Portuguese-tinged flavours of Goa – while feasting with locals in family-run restaurants, rural homes, or in temples

- Discover how food forms part of the daily ritual from cities to rural villages, and learn the secrets of regional cuisines in many local cooking classes

- Get in touch with an amazing array of street food on eye-opening and adventurous cuisine crawls

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Iconic India

GROUP TOUR from £1805 for 37 days

HIGHLIGHTS

- Experience old and new India in the bustling streets of Delhi, where ancient temples stand against billboards advertising Bollywood films

- Discover the ancient forts, lake palaces, rural villages and colourful cities of Rajasthan: sandy red Jaisalmer, blue Jodhpur, white Udaipur and pink Jaipur

- Ride out into the Thar Desert on a camel safari. Feast on Rajasthani cuisine at sunset before bunking down to camp between the sand dunes

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Highlights of India & Nepal

GROUP TOUR from £1720 for 19 days

HIGHLIGHTS

- Float among the clouds over Jaipur and watch an Indian sunrise from the basket of a hot air balloon

- The Taj Mahal is not only an sumptuous masterpiece of Indian architecture, but also a truly meaningful stop on any traveller’s journey

- Overlooking the picturesque scene of Moata Lake, the monumental Amber Fort is one sight that will forever be under India’s protection

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Highlights of Northern India

GROUP TOUR from £1049 for 9 days

HIGHLIGHTS

- See the unforgettable Taj Mahal

- Search for the elusive tiger

- Meander along the Ganges at Varanasi

- Sample flavoursome and familiar curries

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Darjeeling, Sikkim & the Singalila Ridge

GROUP TOUR from £1799 for 15 days

HIGHLIGHTS

- Classic camping trek through rhododendron forests to the Singalila Ridge

- See four of the five highest peaks on Earth: Everest, Kanchenjunga, Lhotse and Makalu

- Visit Rumtek and Ghoom Monasteries

- Explore Gangtok, the capital of Sikkim

- Drive through tea plantations and visit a tea estate

- Stay in Martam, a traditional Sikkimese village

- Sightseeing in Darjeeling with a chance to ride the ‘toy train

- Visit Delhi and Calcutta

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Spice Trails of Kerala

GROUP TOUR from £1499 for 15 days

HIGHLIGHTS

- The beautiful hill station of Munnar

- Trekking through the historic tea plantations of Kerala

- The colourful Sri Meenakshi temple at Madurai

- A night on the traditional houseboats of Kerala

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Trails of Ladakh

GROUP TOUR from £1549 for 14 days

HIGHLIGHTS

- Enjoy a short trek through traditional villages and amidst intriguing multi-coloured landscapes

- Stay in village homestays to experience Ladakhi hospitality and learn about the traditional way of life

- See colourful Tibetan Buddhist monasteries along the Indus Valley

- Chance to journey by jeep to the top of the highest motorable road in the world (optional)

- Visit Lamayuru with its lunar landscape and Alchi Monastery with 11th-century paintings

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Ladakh: The Markha Valley

GROUP TOUR from £1699 for 14 days

HIGHLIGHTS

- Visit remote villages on this classic Himalayan trek

- Explore colourful Buddhist monasteries in the Indus Valley

- Discover multi-coloured rock formations of the Ladakh Range

- Cross wild, barren mountain passes and trek through spectacular gorges

- Visit Hankar and Skiu Women's Eco-cafe's - a community project for which Exodus won the 'Giving Back' Adventure Travel Award in 2017

- Enjoy a sensational flight over the Himalaya

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Essence of North India

TAILOR MADE TOUR from £1936 for 15 days

HIGHLIGHTS

- Witness the magical Aarti ceremony - listen to rhythmic drumming, the sound of chanting and cymbals clashing, with the scent of sandalwood and incense swirling around

- As the sun begins to rise, drift slowly down the Ganges on your private boat, listening to the sounds of traditional Indian music

- Witness sunrise at the Taj Mahal and watch as the first rays of sun reflect off the famous monument’s glistening white marble - truly something special and unforgettable

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Temples & Tigers

TAILOR MADE TOUR from £1735 for 15 days

HIGHLIGHTS

- Watch the sunrise at the Taj Mahal

- Explore the temples of Khajuraho

- Search for tigers in the reserves of Madhya Pradesh

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A Week in Kerala

TAILOR MADE TOUR from £750 for 8 days

HIGHLIGHTS

- Cruise through the back waters along Kerala's palm-fringed canals

- Spend 2 days surrounded by lush greenary in Vanilla County

- Stay in a stylish beach resort in the picturesque fishing village or Mararikulam

- Enjoy an evening of enthralling classical dance-drama of Kerala

- Spend a morning on a sight seeing tour of Fort Cochin

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Cycling through Rajasthan

GROUP TOUR from £1549 for 15 days

HIGHLIGHTS

- Discover imposing forts and palaces

- Cycle along Rajasthan's rural backroads

- Visit the magnificent Taj Mahal at Agra

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India Vegan Food Adventure

GROUP TOUR from £800 for 8 days

HIGHLIGHTS

- Discover not only the iconic sights of Delhi, Agra and Jaipur – from Amber Fort to the Taj Mahal – but also taste the best and most authentic local vegan cuisine the Golden Triangle has to offer

- For vegan travellers, it doesn’t get much better than India. Think soft, warm pearl millet roti bread; samosas bursting with soft spiced potato; curries of fragrant turmeric, cardamom and clove; and fresh salads of sangri beans and ker berries.

- With the expertise and enthusiasm of six vegan influencers, and our usual insider knowledge thanks to the locals, this trip is the perfect combination of classic and contemporary

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India Himalaya: Hike, Bike & Raft in Ladakh

GROUP TOUR from £1510 for 11 days

HIGHLIGHTS

- Jump in the saddle and descend from one of the world's highest motorable roads on two wheels.

- Swap peaks for valleys as you raft through 30 kilometres of pristine river featuring Grade III/IV rapids.

- Spend three days trekking through mountain passes to remote villages and monasteries.

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Trans Himalayan Motor Expedition

TAILOR MADE TOUR from £3835 for 19 days

HIGHLIGHTS

- Camp amongst the lunar landscapes of Ladakh

- Encounter the spiritualism of Northern India in the Holy City of Amritsar

- Navigate the mountain passes of the Himalaya

- Stay in a houseboat on the waters of Lake Dal

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Northern India Family Holiday for Solo Parents

GROUP TOUR from £780 for 10 days

HIGHLIGHTS

- Everyone’s seen a photo of the Taj Mahal, but nothing compares to seeing it in person in the glowing morning light – you and your family will understand what beauty really is

- Little can describe the feeling of nervous anticipation, of the hairs on the back of your neck standing up in hope of seeing a Bengal tiger stalk through the jungles of Ranthambore National Park

- Experience the moving town that is an Indian train – watch the colourful landscape fly by as the chai wallah walks down the aisle singing about his tea

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Rajasthan Adventure

GROUP TOUR from £755 for 11 days

HIGHLIGHTS

- The Taj Mahal is one of the most recognisable buildings in the world, with its poetic history and beauty having the power to surprise even the most jaded travellers.

- Discover the rich history and architecture of the Amber Fort, with the expertise of a local guide. The kaleidoscopic magic of the Hall of Mirrors is unforgettable

- India is famous for its great sleeper trains and you'll be tucked up nicely in your own padded bunk

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Southern Indian Family Delights

TAILOR MADE TOUR from £1450 for 12 days

HIGHLIGHTS

- Explore the Golden City of Bangalore

- Spot a host of wildlife, including tigers, in one of India’s finest National Parks

- Learn the secrets of the perfect brew at a working tea factory

- Take a magical journey of the nostalgic Blue Mountain Railway

- Cruise the charming backwaters of Kerala

- Relax on the palm fringed beaches of the Arabian Sea

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Colours of Rajasthan

GROUP TOUR from £1149 for 13 days

HIGHLIGHTS

- Visit the magnificent Taj Mahal

- Search for the elusive tiger

- Explore the 'Pearl of Rajasthan', Udaipur

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Colours of Rajasthan - Puskhar Festival

GROUP TOUR from £1249 for 13 days

HIGHLIGHTS

- Visit the magnificent Taj Mahal

- Search for the elusive tiger

- Explore the 'Pearl of Rajasthan', Udaipur

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South India Explored

GROUP TOUR from £1649 for 19 days

HIGHLIGHTS

- Explore the old spice town of Cochin

- Marvel at the beautiful palace in Mysore

- Madurai's magnificently carved Sri Meenakshi Temple

- Cruise the Keralan backwaters on a traditional houseboat

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India Tiger Safari

GROUP TOUR from £1899 for 15 days

HIGHLIGHTS

- In-depth wildlife tour

- Fifteen game drives with jeeps exclusive to Exodus guests

- Visit the magnificent Taj Mahal

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Kathmandu to Delhi

GROUP TOUR from £1180 for 10 days

HIGHLIGHTS

- Look for Bengal tigers and other wildlife on two safari excursions in Bardia National Park, where recent Nepalese efforts have resulted in tiger populations doubling since 2009.

- Explore the faded beauty and mural-lined corridors of Chaurasi Kutia, a deserted ashram made internationally known after members of The Beatles resided there in the 1960s.

- Watch the nightly Ganga Aarti ceremony unfold along the Ganges River in Rishikesh, gathering with the local community to watch this captivating ritual involving fire and music.

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India Expedition: Wilderness & Wildlife

GROUP TOUR from £2315 for 15 days

HIGHLIGHTS

- The landscape out here looks like it’s straight out of The Jungle Book – and parts of this region are actually where writer Rudyard Kipling sought inspiration. Where exactly? Well, you decide.

- Get as close as you’ll ever be to the endangered Royal Bengal Tiger on one of your many safaris – commonly spotted in the conservation zones and reserves of this region.

- Whether it’s munching on luchi (deep-fried flatbread) in Kolkata or sipping Nawabi tea in Bhopal, the aromatic and diverse cuisine of India is all yours to explore.

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India Expedition: Markets & Jungles of Odisha

GROUP TOUR from £1600 for 13 days

HIGHLIGHTS

- The mystical markets of Odisha are the only chance most foreigners will ever have to interact with people from the difficult to access tribes of Odisha

- Explore lush jungle, fertile hillside and brackish lakes and get a sense of why many tribes feel a spiritual connection to the land here

- Begin in the heritage-rich ‘City of Joy’, Kolkata, and explore streets lined with thousands of clay goddesses in the potter’s quarter

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India Expedition: Tea & Tribes

GROUP TOUR from £1995 for 16 days

HIGHLIGHTS

- Embark on a two jeep safari drives in Kaziranga National Park, home to two-thirds of the world’s one-horned rhinos, wild boar and incredible birdlife.

- Wander through thousands of market stalls in Ima Keithel – a female-run bazaar where every vendor is a woman – and discover the local history of feminist activism.

- Learn about the proud warrior traditions of the Naga people and their resistance against colonial forces, exploring hillside villages like Khonoma and Kigwema.

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