Budget Tours to India
It’s entirely possible to visit India on a budget! Rickshaw through Delhi's Chandni Chowk, see the sunrise at the Taj Mahal, visit Jaipur’s Hawa Mahal, and Varanasi's Ganga Aarti ceremony by the river is powerful stuff. Head to Agra Fort, Khajuraho's temples and their carvings, while Fatehpur Sikri's been abandoned for centuries. Enjoy a camel ride through desert dunes, and try cooking Rajasthani dishes with an expert teacher.
10 best Budget India tour packages
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- Heart of India (5 Destinations)
- Golden Triangle Tour with Varanasi & Khajuraho
- All Inclusive - 07 Days Golden Triangle India Tour with Sunrise Taj Mahal
- For The Love of Taj and Tiger - Golden Triangle of India and Ranthambore with 2 Tiger Safaris
- Golden Triangle Tour with Jodhpur, Udaipur & Mumbai
- Golden Triangle Tour with Ranthambore (Wildlife) and Spiritual Varanasi
- Festival of Colors-Holi Special Golden Triangle in India With 4 Star Hotels
- India Snapshot 6 Day - One Life Adventures
- Golden Triangle With Tigers & Ganges - Varanasi 10 Days
- 12 Days Golden Triangle tour with Udaipur and Tiger Safari
Heart of India (5 Destinations)
“Very pleasant experience overall! He was very knowledgeable and very patient, answering all my questions.”
DIANA, traveled in December
India's cultural treasures unfold at $100 per day, with private guides in 6 languages and air-conditioned transport. The tour covers UNESCO sites, major landmarks, and cultural monuments with included water and amenities. Local restaurant lunches available.
Duration 8 days Destinations New Delhi, Jaipur, Abhaneri, Agra Age Range Ages 15+ Price Per Day $74 Operator Taj tour trips From $1,690
65% Off- US$592
Golden Triangle Tour with Varanasi & Khajuraho
“Plenty to do and see. Plenty of shopping experiences, history experiences, and local culture.”
Allison, traveled in March
This 8-night Indian journey costs approx. $210 per day with stays at 3-star hotels like Hotel Ross Mallow and Hotel Taj Villa, plus overnight train travel. Package includes daily breakfast, private AC transport, and complimentary rickshaw rides in Delhi and Ganges boat trips.
Duration 10 days Destinations New Delhi, Jaipur, Agra, Jhansi, Khajuraho, Varanasi Age Range All Ages Welcome Operated in English, German, Italian, Portuguese, French, Spanish, Chinese, Dutch, Russian Price Per Day $73 Operator World Travel Experiences From $1,465
50% Off- US$733
All Inclusive - 07 Days Golden Triangle India Tour with Sunrise Taj Mahal
“Excellent tour of India. Great itinerary. Includes lot of highlights. Accommodations were excellent.”
Ramiro, traveled in May
Approx. $120 per day covers 3-star hotels, all meals, entrance fees, and AC transport. The package features Taj Mahal and Amber Fort visits, with free evening leisure time. English guides accompany all UNESCO World Heritage site visits.
Duration 7 days Destinations New Delhi, Agra, Jaipur Age Range All Ages Welcome Price Per Day $61 Operator Swastik India Journeys From $848
50% Off- US$424
For The Love of Taj and Tiger - Golden Triangle of India and Ranthambore with 2 Tiger Safaris
“I was on the Tour on my own, which turned out perfectly. I had my own driver Vimal who was brilliant, very helpful and took me anywhere I wanted to go.”
Tracy, traveled in January
At just $160 per day, visit Delhi's UNESCO-listed Qutub Minar before heading to Jaipur to see Amber Fort and City Palace. The trip includes two shared tiger safaris in Ranthambore National Park with stays at 3-star hotels like Hotel Florence in Delhi and Raj Palace in Ranthambore with breakfast provided.
Duration 8 days Destinations New Delhi, Jaipur, Ranthambore National Park, Fatehpur Sikri, Agra, Vrindavan Age Range All Ages Welcome Price Per Day $88 Operator MTA Destination Management Company From $1,403
50% Off- US$702
Golden Triangle Tour with Jodhpur, Udaipur & Mumbai
“We stayed in beautiful dream like hotels which made the trip so much more valuable and unforgettable.”
eminemutgan, traveled in December
Cultural highlights await at $330 per day, with stays at Hotel Intercity Delhi and Taj Villa Agra. Package covers daily breakfast, private AC transport, English-speaking guides, and activities at Lake Pichola and Elephanta Caves.
Duration 11 days Destinations New Delhi, Agra, Jaipur, Jodhpur, Udaipur, Mumbai Age Range All Ages Welcome Price Per Day $328 Operator GeTS Holidays From
50% Off- US$3,604
Golden Triangle Tour with Ranthambore (Wildlife) and Spiritual Varanasi
“this beautiful monument, we had no idea about this rich history.”
Anjana, traveled in July
North Indian wonders await at around $190 per day, with 3-star hotels, daily breakfasts, air-conditioned transport, and expert guides. Highlights include Delhi rickshaw rides, Ranthambore safaris, and Varanasi boat rides.
Duration 10 days Destinations Delhi, Agra, Fatehpur Sikri, Ranthambore National Park, Jaipur, Varanasi, Sarnath Age Range All Ages Welcome Price Per Day $307 Operator GeTS Holidays From
50% Off- US$3,073
Festival of Colors-Holi Special Golden Triangle in India With 4 Star Hotels
“The Holi celebrations in Jaipur were nothing short of spectacular – vibrant, colorful, and filled with warmth and joy.”
David, traveled in March
Luxury stays at Muse Sarovar Portico Delhi and Fern Residency Jaipur cost approx. $210 daily. Package includes breakfast, AC transport, Old Delhi rickshaw rides, and traditional turban-tying lessons.
Duration 8 days Destinations New Delhi, Mathura, Vrindavan, Agra, Fatehpur Sikri, Jaipur, Abhaneri, Delhi Age Range All Ages Welcome Operated in English, German, Italian, Portuguese, French, Spanish, Chinese, Dutch, Russian Price Per Day $114 Operator World Travel Experiences From $1,827
50% Off- US$914
India Snapshot 6 Day - One Life Adventures
“Incredible variety and really gave us an insight into Indian culture and customs.”
Daniel, traveled in July
Priced at approx. $70 per day, including 5 breakfasts and 2 dinners. Quality hotels, guided tours of the Taj Mahal, and transport between Delhi, Agra, and Jaipur included.
Duration 6 days Destinations New Delhi, Agra, Jaipur Age Range Ages 18-59 Price Per Day $79 Operator One Life Adventures From
50% Off- US$475
Golden Triangle With Tigers & Ganges - Varanasi 10 Days
“We loved all sites and Indian food was amazing but bit spicy but we liked a lot.”
Kelly, traveled in January
India's Golden Triangle beckons at $100 per day with 3-star hotels. The tour includes daily breakfast, AC transport, English guides, elephant rides at Amber Fort, rickshaw tours in Delhi, and Varanasi boat rides.
Duration 10 days Destinations New Delhi, Agra, Fatehpur Sikri, Ranthambore National Park, Ranthambhore National Park, Jaipur, Varanasi, Sarnath Age Range Ages 15+ Operated in English, German, Italian, French, Spanish, Russian Price Per Day $82 Operator Amazing India Tours From $1,265
35% Off- US$822
12 Days Golden Triangle tour with Udaipur and Tiger Safari
“Overall tour was excellent properly planned by the operator.”
John, traveled in April
Duration 12 days Destinations New Delhi, Agra, Taj Mahal, Fatehpur Sikri, Abhaneri, Ranthambhore National Park, Jaipur, Jodhpur, Ranakpur, Udaipur Age Range All Ages Welcome Operated in English, German, Italian, French, Spanish, Russian Price Per Day $105 Operator Taj tour trips From $3,700
66% Off- US$1,258
What people love about Budget Tours in India
- Heart of India (5 Destinations)
Great tour guides and driver. Well organised. Very informative, with well selected monuments and sites across Delhi, Jaipur and Agra to give an insight into the history and culture of the area. Excellent food throughout and good, clean hotels.
I had such a wonderful time on this trip. Plenty to do and see. Plenty of shopping experiences, history experiences, and local culture.
Golden Triangle Tour with Varanasi & Khajuraho
- All Inclusive - 07 Days Golden Triangle India Tour with Sunrise Taj Mahal
I have just done an all inclusive 7 day golden triangle tour as a solo female traveller. I was so impressed with how everything was organised but my driver Mayur made the trip for me. He made me feel so comfortable, kept me informed, I felt totally safe, looked after and he even had snacks waiting every day in his car for me ! Nothing was too much trouble. The tour guides were all amazing but in particular for me was Chandan in Agra who knew all the amazing spots for photos of the Taj Mahal and took numerous photos of me as I was on my own. The hotels were basic but the Harwana Haveli in Jaipur was the homeliest place to stay with a small garden off my room and amazing authentic family recipes cooked fresh. It was a jam packed tour with the right amount of down time. Everything was exactly as stated on the website. Things of note would be tipping, I had not taken this into account and had to google amounts. The designated lunch spots were basic but buffet lunches included. Also the location of hotels are out of tourist areas if that is a consideration and the add ons after your itinerary where they take you to a stop to try and sell you items. I did purchase a few items but feel free to say no aswell. The tour is exactly as stated and highly recommended.
What our customers ask about Budget Tours to India
What is the average daily budget I can expect on budget tours through India?
Budget tours in India cost between USD 56-214 per day with most tours costing around USD 85-100 daily. This covers basic lodging some meals transport and guided visits. Recent travelers on the Dragon Trip's India Odyssey tour noted that it "was excellent value for money and allowed exposure to enriched Indian culture through well-planned excursions." Cities like Pushkar Varanasi and Jaipur offer good value with places like Hotel Rock Land in Delhi and Hotel Parador in Agra providing comfortable budget stays.
What's included in standard budget tour accommodation packages?
You'll stay in 3-star hotels and heritage properties on most budget tours. Common accommodations include Hotel Rock Land or South Gate in Delhi Hotel Parador or Taj Villa in Agra and places like Arya Niwas or Jai Niwas in Jaipur. A recent guest shared: "The hotels were mostly 3 stars and once 4 star mostly clean and with good breakfast. The hotel in Jodhpur and Jaisalmer were probably the best."
When is the most affordable time to visit India?
The best deals appear during October-November and February-March. These months bring lower hotel rates and smaller crowds at major sites like the Taj Mahal and Amber Fort. Prices peak in December-January while summer (April-June) offers bargains but comes with intense heat. Many travelers find October-November hits the sweet spot for weather and value. One visitor noted: "We visited in November and got the perfect weather to explore places like the Taj Mahal and Jaipur forts without spending a fortune."
What are the best budget-friendly areas to visit in India?
Look to the Golden Triangle (Delhi-Agra-Jaipur) and Rajasthan for the best value. Cities like Udaipur Jodhpur and Jaisalmer deliver affordable places to stay eat and explore. A recent traveler shared: "Rajasthan offers deep insights into traditional village life with budget-friendly options for accommodation and activities. Places like Udaipur's Lake City and Jaipur's bazaars allow experiencing local culture without spending much."
Are entrance fees to attractions included in budget tour prices?
Most tours don't include entrance fees in their base rates. Set aside USD 100-150 extra for sites like the Taj Mahal (USD 15) Amber Fort (USD 10) and Qutub Minar (USD 8). A traveler on the MTA Destinations tour shared: "While the tour price was very reasonable we had to pay separately for monument entries. However our guide helped us get the best rates and avoid tourist traps."
What are the best budget-friendly shopping areas in India?
Head to local markets for the best deals. Chandni Chowk in Delhi Bapu Bazaar in Jaipur and Colaba Causeway in Mumbai offer good value on souvenirs and local items. A recent visitor observed: "The markets recommended by our guide were much more affordable than tourist shops. I found great deals at Chandni Chowk and local bazaars in Jaipur where you can really bargain."
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