Luxury India
Family Trips
made for you
Wildlife
Find leopards, tigers and elephants
Architecture
Marvel at grand palaces and the Taj Mahal
Houseboats
Cruise Kerala's sleepy backwaters
Delicious cuisine
Street food, cooking classes and more
Incredible scenery
Travel from the Himalayas to the coast
Incredible adventures in one of the worlds most energetic and diverse countries
Home to majestic palaces, soaring mountain peaks, emerald green waterways and national parks filled with wildlife, there really is something for everyone on a family trip to India.
The major cities of Delhi, Mumbai, Varanasi and Jaipur are frenetic, exciting and wonderful places to experience traditional and modern ways of life, as you weave in and out of colourful markets and through narrow lanes that throng with bicycles, rickshaws and cows. Your expert private guides will bring to life the incredible monuments scattered across these cities, explaining the fascinating history and rich culture along the way.
Family tours in India with Jacada will strike the perfect balance between activity and relaxation, and there’s nowhere better to unwind and enjoy quality time together than in southern India. Discover a landscape of serene waterways in Kerala and golden beaches in Marari. Then, travel inland to wander the rolling green hills of the tea country at Munnar.
For active families the possibilities are endless. There’s hiking through the snow-capped peaks of Ladakh and Shimla, yoga in Rishikesh, desert adventures in Rural Rajasthan and cycling through the Aravalli Hills, close to the pretty lake city of Udaipur.
Perhaps the most exciting part of exploring India is the possibility of an incredible wildlife safari. Ranthambore and Bandhavgarh are home to beautiful Bengal tigers while JAWAI safari camp in the middle of the wide-open wilderness is best for tracking the elusive leopard. Pretty much everywhere you go you’ll be greeted with the sight of mischievous monkeys swinging between buildings on the lookout for juicy fruit to steal.
Whatever your requirements, Jacada’s expert travel designers will ensure that your India family tour is carefully planned to suit you perfectly. While travelling, you will be accompanied by a guide who will not only provide insight into the fascinating history and culture of this incredible country, but will make sure every transfer, train journey and tour runs smoothly.
Highlights
Visit Varanasi, India’s spiritual capital, and float down the Ganges at sunset
Watch the sunrise over the iconic domed mausoleum of the Taj Mahal
See where one of the world’s favourite drinks is produced at the tea fields in Darjeeling
Spend time exploring the capital of Rajasthan, Jaipur for puppet shows, crafts and shopping
Explore the stunning Golden Temple in Amritsar, the sacred religious site for India’s Sikh community
Learn how to cook India’s delicious currys, sweets and snacks and then devour your creations
Cruise on a traditional wooden boat on the peaceful Kerlan Backwaters
Seek out majestic tigers on a safri in Bandhavgarh or Ranthambore
Rosanna Convey
Travel Designer
There is something so special about India. There is truly nowhere else quite like it and exploring as a family without doubt creates unforgettable memories. It’s so incredibly diverse that there will always be something to suit everyone’s interests. For me India is great for children because there is an element of fun in so many aspects of travelling around.
Rosanna Convey
Travel Designer
Luxury accommodation in India
Why book with Jacada
Family expertise
We offer extensive knowledge and years of expertise in crafting family trips for all generations. Some of our travel designers have first-hand experience of travelling with their own families, providing invaluable tips and advice based on their own travels.
Tailored experiences
To ensure every family member’s passions and wishes are fulfilled, each trip we plan is tailored for families of all ages. Led by trusted guides, activities will captivate your family’s interests, while respecting the landscapes and communities you visit.
Perfect planning
Balancing activity and relaxation is key to a successful family trip. Keeping everyone engaged matters, and so does finding time to unwind. We know how to strike the perfect balance between adventure and downtime, and the best destinations to enjoy both.
Trip Inspiration
Where to go
Agra and the Taj Mahal
The ultimate symbol of eternal love, the Taj Mahal is one of India’s most memorable and emotive sights.
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Amritsar
The largest city in Punjab and the centre of the Sikh faith, Amritsar is a fascinating and tangibly spiritual destination.
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Bandhavgarh
In the east of the vast Madhya Pradesh state, Bandhavgarh national park, home to what is thought to be the highest density of Bengal tigers in the country.
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Bangalore
Bangalore is a cosmopolitan city that boasts lovely green spaces, striking Victorian-era architecture and is a great place for dining, nights out and shopping.
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Chandigarh
Chandigarh is the capital of both of Haryana and Punjab states, yet technically within neither, instead, find it in the green foothills of the Shivalik mountain range.
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Delhi
India’s capital captures the past, lives in the present and looks to the future. Exploring here reveals a rich, diverse and fascinating culture.
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Fort Cochin
Nestled on the northwest tip of Cochin’s peninsula, Fort Cochin is a quaint coastal region with strong links to its colonial history.
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Gir Forest National Park
Gir National Park is an important protected forest that is home to the last remaining wild population of the Asiatic lion, as well as prolific birdlife and other animals.
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Jaipur
Jaipur is Rajasthan's commercial hub and a fascinating cultural destination. You’ll find some of India’s most majestic palaces and atmospheric relics here.
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Jodhpur
Rajasthan’s second largest city, Jodhpur is a labyrinth of streets, spice bazaars and blue hued buildings, punctuated by flitting multihued saris – a beautiful city.
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Kanha Tiger Reserve
Kanha Tiger Reserve is situated in the heart of central India, this sprawling area is protected and regarded as one of the best places in the country for safari adventures.
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Khajuraho
Khajuraho is a small, remote town that’s famous for its remarkable collection of temples adorned with thousands of erotic carvings.
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Ladakh
Remote Ladakh, often referred to as Little Tibet is one of India’s least populated areas. A land of snow capped mountains, vast barren plateaus and deep turquoise lakes.
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Marari Beach
Marari – short for Mararikulam – is a serene palm-fringed beach village in Alleppey, easily reached from Cochin and close to Vembanad Lake and the Keralan backwaters.
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Mumbai
Mumbai is India’s economic powerhouse, a huge metropolis and melting pot of cultures. The city envelops all who visit in a cloud of colour and sound, its energy undeniably contagious.
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Munnar
Surrounded by sprawling tea plantations, the hill station of Munnar boasts picture-perfect vistas, cool mountain air and lush mountains and valleys.
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Panna National Park
Panna National Park is a vast expanse of plateaus, gorges and thick forest giving life to a variety of animal and plant life.
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Ranthambore
Ranthambore National Park is perhaps the most famous place to spot wild tigers in India – and for good reason.
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Rishikesh
Rishikesh straddles the Ganges, a spiritual hillside town, linked by suspension bridges and flanked by the green foothills of the Himalayas.
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Rural Rajasthan
Rural Rajasthan is peppered with traditional villages, overlooked by fortresses and awash with the sands of the baking Thar desert.
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Shimla
Shimla is a charming mountainous town with a pedestrianised centre that’s wonderful to explore on foot. Visit bustling bazaars and tasty restaurants.
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The Kumaon Region
Kumaon is bordered by Tibet and Nepal and is a land of magnificent snow-capped peaks, verdant forest and alpine meadows.
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Udaipur
Udaipur is a truly beautiful city, rich in history and culture, its lake twinkling in the sunlight and the stunning palaces reflected in the waters.
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Varanasi
An ancient settlement on the banks of the Ganges in Uttar Pradesh, Varanasi is India’s spiritual capital and important among numerous faiths.
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When to Visit
Northern India sees its best weather between October and March, when it is still sunny but not too humid. In the south, the best time to visit India is between November and March. Weather in the south is unpredictable, though, so be prepared for heat and the possibility of showers at any time.
Peak Season
October - March
National Parks
October - June
Trekking
October - November/February - May
Plan your family trip to India
Whatever you want from your family adventure in India, our team of expert travel designers are ready to help.
Jacada continues to excel. From planning to execution they are meeting and exceeding our expectations. Frequently they are able to anticipate our desires and create a memorable experience.
Jacada designed a once-in-a-lifetime trip to India and the Maldives for our honeymoon. We spent 9 nights in northern India, traveling to Delhi, Agra, Jaipur, and Udaipur then 4 nights in an overwater villa in the Maldives. The travel designer and concierge team member from Jacada assisted us with planning every last detail and provided excellent, well-informed recommendations for all…
From the moment I first contacted Jacada Travel, I knew I was in excellent hands. My travel consultant, Charlie Morris, was incredibly knowledgeable and patient, taking the time to understand my travel preferences and build a customized itinerary that was perfect for me. Charlie's meticulous planning was evident in every aspect of my trip, ensuring that I experienced the best…
Could not have had a more exciting, rewarding and uplifting experience in India. Everything was sensational; from Charlie and Gilda's planning, Sanjeev's extraordinary and insightful guiding, Ramesh and Shankar's perfect driving, the itinerary which took us everyplace we asked and more and added memorable experiences along the way, fantastic accommodations, the local guides who knew the ropes, and on and…
Jacada Travel (as well as their partner in India, Banyan Tours) put together an extraordinary three week tour of India for my wife and I. We've been back home for two weeks now and I still can't stop thinking about what an amazing experience we had. Our guides, particularly Sameer who was with us in Rajasthan, were really able to…
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If you book to travel with us but your plans are impacted by circumstances you can’t control, we’ll change your reservation or cancel your booking for a full credit towards future travel.
