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
Compiled by
SteffIndia travel expert at TourRadar
- North India Classic 14 Day - One Life Adventures
- Festival of Colors-Holi Special Golden Triangle in India With 4 Star Hotels
- 6 Day Golden Triangle Tour (Taj Mahal Sunset/Sunrise) - Delhi Agra Jaipur Tour
- Classic Golden Triangle – Delhi Jaipur and Agra with Sunrise Tour of Tajmahal
- 9 Day Golden Triangle Tour with Jodhpur and Udaipur (Taj Mahal at sunrise/Sunset) - Delhi Agra Jaipur Jodhpur Udaipur Tour
- All Inclusive - 07 Days Golden Triangle India Tour with Sunrise Taj Mahal
- Best of North India with Mumbai
- For The Love of Taj and Tiger - Golden Triangle of India and Ranthambore with 2 Tiger Safaris
- Golden Triangle Tour with Varanasi & Khajuraho
- 6 Day Golden Triangle Tour with Udaipur - Delhi Agra Jaipur Udaipur Tour - Taj Mahal Sunset/Sunrise
North India Classic 14 Day - One Life Adventures
222 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The sights were beautiful, it was overall well organised and we saw all the main sights we wished to see.”
kyle, traveled in December
Approx. $90 per day includes traditional Haveli stays, desert camping in Pushkar, and rooftop dining in Udaipur. Package covers 13 breakfasts, 5 dinners, local transport, guided activities, and insider access to family homes and cultural sites.
Duration 14 days Destinations New Delhi, Agra, Taj Mahal, Jaipur, Pushkar, Udaipur, Jodhpur, Bikaner Age Range Ages 18-59 Price Per Day $97 Operator One Life Adventures From $1,595
15% Off- US$1,356You save $239
Festival of Colors-Holi Special Golden Triangle in India With 4 Star Hotels
3 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“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, Jaipur, Fatehpur Sikri, Agra, Mathura, Vrindavan Age Range All Ages Welcome Operated in English, German, Italian, Portuguese, French, Spanish, Dutch Price Per Day $97 Operator World Travel Experiences From $1,545
50% Off- US$773You save $773
6 Day Golden Triangle Tour (Taj Mahal Sunset/Sunrise) - Delhi Agra Jaipur Tour
22 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“I had an incredible time on my tour with Joyful Holidays! I highly suggest this tour company for your trip to India.”
Kara, traveled in February
Stay in 3-star hotels like Hotel Rock Land Delhi and Taj Villa Agra for approx. $170 per day, including breakfast. Free perks include rickshaw rides in Chandni Chowk, sunset views at Mehtab Bagh, and guided tours of UNESCO World Heritage sites.
Duration 6 days Destinations New Delhi, Agra, Jaipur Age Range All Ages Welcome Operated in English, German, Italian, French, Spanish Price Per Day $83 Operator Joyful Holidays From $999
50% Off- US$500You save $500
Classic Golden Triangle – Delhi Jaipur and Agra with Sunrise Tour of Tajmahal
56 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“a comprehensive package with no hidden costs. You did a great Job MTA.”
LucasHenry, traveled in May
India's renowned sites await at approx. $80 per day with breakfast and AC transport. Rest at choice hotels like Taj Vilas Agra or Surya Villa Jaipur. Package includes rickshaw rides, local guides, and daily water bottles. Optional cooking classes from $30.
Duration 5 days Destinations New Delhi, Jaipur, Abhaneri, Fatehpur Sikri, Agra Age Range All Ages Welcome Operated in English, Italian, French, Spanish, Chinese, Russian Price Per Day $58 Operator MTA Destination Management Company From $580
50% Off- US$290You save $290
9 Day Golden Triangle Tour with Jodhpur and Udaipur (Taj Mahal at sunrise/Sunset) - Delhi Agra Jaipur Jodhpur Udaipur Tour
9 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The tour was great and everyone in our group loved travel and service.”
Sunder, traveled in January
For approx. $190 per day, stay in 3-5 star hotels with daily breakfast and private transport. The tour features walking tours in Old Delhi's Chandni Chowk, rickshaw rides, and entry to major monuments like Taj Mahal and Amber Fort.
Duration 9 days Destinations New Delhi, Agra, Fatehpur Sikri, Abhaneri, Jaipur, Jodhpur, Ranakpur, Udaipur Age Range All Ages Welcome Operated in English, German, Italian, French, Spanish Price Per Day $92 Operator Joyful Holidays From $1,649
50% Off- US$825You save $825
All Inclusive - 07 Days Golden Triangle India Tour with Sunrise Taj Mahal
19 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Hotels were excellent. Meals were delicious.”
Rila, 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$424You save $424
Best of North India with Mumbai
10 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“GeTS Holidays organised an exceptional and unique trip for us. We have fond memories of India.”
Poisondra, traveled in December
Golden Triangle and Mumbai tour priced at $270 per day includes 3-star hotels, daily breakfast, and guided tours at Taj Mahal and Elephanta Caves. Highlights feature Delhi rickshaw rides, Amer Fort jeep rides, and Varanasi boat cruises.
Duration 10 days Destinations New Delhi, Agra, Jaipur, Varanasi, Mumbai Age Range All Ages Welcome Price Per Day $86 Operator GeTS Holidays From $2,863
70% Off- US$859You save $2,004
For The Love of Taj and Tiger - Golden Triangle of India and Ranthambore with 2 Tiger Safaris
22 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“You get to see alot in the day which you are there. Plus they give more than one opportunity to see tigers at Ranthambore National Park.”
This private 8-day trip starts at around $150 per day and includes stays at hotels like Hotel Florence in Delhi and Taj Vilas in Agra, with daily breakfast included. Shared tiger safaris in Ranthambore National Park take place aboard shared Canter vehicles. See UNESCO-listed sites including Qutub Minar and Fatehpur Sikri, plus the famous Taj Mahal. Two complimentary water bottles come daily, and rickshaw rides through Chandni Chowk are included. All transfers happen in private air-conditioned vehicles throughout India's Golden Triangle.
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$702You save $702
Golden Triangle Tour with Varanasi & Khajuraho
24 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Our accommodations were in remarkable hotels, some of which were converted Maharaja Palaces, adding to the richness of our Indian experience.”
Patrick, traveled in July
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 $76 Operator World Travel Experiences From $1,510
50% Off- US$755You save $755
6 Day Golden Triangle Tour with Udaipur - Delhi Agra Jaipur Udaipur Tour - Taj Mahal Sunset/Sunrise
1 Review by TourRadar travelers“India is truly an incredible county to explore! We are so glad that we chose Joyful Holidays as our tour company.”
Geoff, traveled in January
Duration 6 days Destinations New Delhi, Agra, Jaipur, Udaipur Age Range All Ages Welcome Operated in English, German, Italian, French, Spanish Price Per Day $100 Operator Joyful Holidays From $1,199
50% Off- US$600You save $600
What people love about Budget Tours in India
- North India Classic 14 Day - One Life Adventures
Fantastic tour! I would recommend.
- 6 Day Golden Triangle Tour (Taj Mahal Sunset/Sunrise) - Delhi Agra Jaipur Tour
We did a 6 days- five nights Golden Triangle city Tour. It was a rich program, well balanced and perfectly organized by Sonia Hands. She took care of everything and communicsted clear abd to the pount. She handeld our special requests competently. The guides on the way were jnowkedgeable and spoke good English The hotels were fine. We were driven thrse days by mr Ram Pal. He is a good mooded calm driver in the hectic trafic and most of all a safe driver. He also shared a kit on what we saw along the way and on Indian cukture and soceity. All people we met were extremely service oriented. Surely recommended.
- Classic Golden Triangle – Delhi Jaipur and Agra with Sunrise Tour of Tajmahal
We had an amazing time with the MTA team on our 15 day tour. The backend team did a fantastic job with excellent cooperation with the local guides and drivers. The local guides were very knowledgeable and shared additional details based on our topics of interest. The drivers were very safe and cautious not just when driving, but also about the choice of stops for breaks during the journey. The guides and drivers were very kind and accomplished our additional requests. Mr Manish was very supportive and available for questions and help through the entire process and the trip. The entire crew went above and beyond to make it a memorable trip for us. We highly recommend the MTA team and look forward to having more trips with them in future.
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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