How escorted tours make discovering India effortless

Travel experts can curate your India holiday

The world’s seventh-largest country, you could spend a lifetime exploring India. But it also means that planning a holiday isn’t always straightforward, as you work out what to fit in and how to do it. But with our India escorted tours, our travel experts have done all the hard work already, using their years of knowledge and local expertise to plan the perfect itinerary.

Whether you’re hoping to explore one area in depth, are planning to visit a bigger corner of this vast country or want to theme your trip around one specific interest, Titan’s experts have long experience in what you can fit in, all the highlights you shouldn’t miss and the less well-known treasures to seek out.

Your transport and transfers in India are all taken care of

India’s sprawling train network stretches across the entire country, with 135,207 km of railway track covering a route length of 69,000km – the same as going around the equator 1.5 times. But navigating the Indian railway, as well as the famously bustling cities, isn’t always straightforward, especially for a first-time visitor for India.

Joining an escorted tour of India means that all your transport around the country is taken care of, so there’s no stress about timetables, routes and arranging tickets if you’re travelling by train, or working out how else to get around.

There’s no reason to miss out on experiencing India’s trains if you choose an escorted tour either, with trips like our Great Indian Rail Journey Tour, plus train journeys as you explore the Golden Triangle with Ranthambore National Park, or aboard the ‘toy trains’ of Ooty and Shimla.

Away from the railways, you could also enjoy a cruise through the backwaters of Kerala, or head off on jeep safaris and to visit villages off the beaten track in Rajasthan, all arranged as part of the tour.

With our escorted tours of India, as with all Titan’s escorted tours, even the journey to the airport and your return home is hassle-free, with our nationwide return shared chauffeur service.

Navigating the India railway independently is not always straightforward

You don’t need to be concerned about language and barriers

There are 22 languages officially recognised under India’s constitution, but as many as 19,569 languages and dialects spoken across the country. And while English is commonly spoken and understood in major tourist destinations, it’s always reassuring to have a local expert on hand to help with any issues, queries or simply make your trip go more smoothly.

Having a tour manager and local guides on hand to explain any cultural differences, as well as to help you avoid any unintentional faux pas, is also one of the big benefits of joining an escorted tour of India.

Expert tour guides can bring India to life

India’s rich history and culture is never less than fascinating, but there’s nothing like an expert guide to bring the sites to life, giving you stories and background about ancient forts and palaces, and revealing the tales woven through the country’s cities and countryside.

Whether you’re strolling through the marble grandeur of the Taj Mahal, past Buddhist temples or marvelling at Mumbai’s art deco architecture, you’ll be able to enjoy your trip in more depth, for a richer and unforgettable experience than any guidebook can offer.

Your India tour is financially protected

While the vast majority of trips go ahead smoothly, it’s always sensible to ensure you’re protected against things going wrong and affecting your holiday. As an ATOL-licenced and ABTA-regulated company, Titan Travel’s escorted tours offer you the highest level of financial protection so your money is secure, unlike many independent trips.

No unexpected costs

It’s easy for travelling budgets to spiral out of control, or for trips to include some unexpected expenses, so taking an escorted tour is a great way to be able to plan ahead, not to mention being a cost-effective way to get around. Tour operators have access to group discounts, getting cheaper rates than an individual traveller can find, while it’s also clear upfront what’s included in your trip, from food to excursions, as well as flights and accommodation.

Some tours, such as our Wild India itinerary, include almost all your meals, while many others include breakfast and dinner, so there are no unexpected surprises and you know in advance what other costs you’ll need to budget for during your trip.

Explore India with like-minded people

Another advantage of joining an escorted tour is that you’ll have a readymade set of like-minded travel companions to enjoy the adventure alongside you. Titan’s escorted tours have an average of 27 people on them, although long-haul trips such as India tend to have fewer, while there are also small group tours to India with 12-24 people if you prefer lower numbers. Perfect for sociable travellers who enjoy striking up new friendships as they explore, you’ll also be accompanied by people with similar interests on themed tours.

Escorted tours are a great way to see India as a solo traveller

If you’re travelling solo, there’s no reason you should miss out on a chance to see the glories of India if you’d prefer not to explore alone. Joining an escorted tour is ideal to avoid some of the risks of solo travel, particularly if you’re not familiar with India and are nervous about travelling through the country by yourself. They are also a fantastic option if you prefer the sociable side of exploring with a group.

Single travellers are welcome to join any of our escorted tours of India, but we also offer special solo departures where everyone in the group is travelling alone, ensuring you won’t be the only lone person in a group made up of couples and friends.

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