INDIA
INDIA
India Group Tour for Solos 30s & 40s !
There’s nowhere quite like India and we’ve put together the most epic 14-day adventure taking you all around the country to discover its very best bits. Ride rickshaws through Delhi, practise yoga in Goa, float down the Ganges, search for Bengal tigers, gorge on drool-worthy Indian food and bust your best Bollywood dance moves. This place is absolutely unreal and we think this is the best India itinerary out there!
Delhi + Taj Mahal + Ranthambore + Jaipur + Ganges River + Mumbai + Goa!
Highlights
- Ride rickshaws in OLD DELHI
- Visit the world-famous TAJ MAHAL
- Break out your best BOLLYWOOD dance moves
- Devour epic Mughlai STREET FOOD
- Search for TIGERS in Ranthambore National Park
- Enjoy a sunset boat ride on the GANGES
- Explore the backstreets of MUMBAI
- Practise YOGA in GOA
- Learn about HINDUISM, ISLAM, SIKHISM & BUDDHISM
Included
- 14-days / 13-nights: 2 Delhi, 1 Agra, 2 Ranthambore National Park, 2 Jaipur, 2 Varanasi, 2 Mumbai, 2 Goa
- Accommodation in hand-picked 3 & 4-star hotels (based on sharing twin room)
- Meals – All breakfasts, 3 lunches & 8 dinners
- Airport pickups and drop-offs
- All transportation & activities within itinerary (excluding optional activities)
- An Indian host plus various local experts
- Not Included – international flights (we will recommend) + India tourist visa
Highlights
- Ride rickshaws in OLD DELHI
- Visit the world-famous TAJ MAHAL
- Break out your best BOLLYWOOD dance moves
- Devour epic Mughlai STREET FOOD
- Search for TIGERS in Ranthambore National Park
- Enjoy a sunset boat ride on the GANGES
- Explore the backstreets of MUMBAI
- Practise yoga in GOA
- Learn about HINDUISM, ISLAM, SIKHISM & BUDDHISM
Included
- 14-days / 13-nights: 2 Delhi, 1 Agra, 2 Ranthambore National Park, 2 Jaipur, 2 Varanasi, 2 Mumbai, 2 Goa
- Accommodation in hand-picked 3 & 4-star hotels (based on sharing twin room)
- Meals – All breakfasts, 3 lunches & 8 dinners
- Airport pickups and drop-offs
- All transportation & activities within itinerary (excluding optional activities)
- An Indian host plus various local experts
- Not Included – international flights (we will recommend) + India tourist visa
Our Route Through India
Itinerary
Day 1
WELCOME TO INDIA!
Welcome to incredible India – a country that’ll capture your heart forever. The trip starts in Delhi, where a friendly face will be waiting to greet you at the airport and take you to your hotel. As you navigate through the chaotic streets of Delhi, with rickshaws, bikes, cars and street vendors all jostling for space on the road, you’ll be glad you’re not driving! Depending on your arrival time, you may have the chance to get a short glimpse of Delhi before meeting the group tonight at your welcome dinner. Let the adventure begin!
Day 2
DIVE IN TO DELHI
Get ready for an action-packed day as we head out to Old Delhi, where we’ll wander through winding alleyways and explore the chaotic streets from the back of a rickshaw, marvelling at the iconic buildings that line our path. We’ll visit Khari Baoli, Asia’s largest spice market; Jama Masjid, the oldest mosque in the city; and Sheeshganj Gurudwara, a Sikh temple illuminated in bright colours. To top off an exciting day, we’ll dine at one of the oldest restaurants in Delhi. The second you have your first bite of Mughlai cuisine, you’ll wonder why you’ve never tasted it until now!
Day 3
TAJ MAHAL
We’ve made you wait three days for it (sorry!), so by this point you’ll be absolutely bursting with excitement, because today… you visit the world famous Taj Mahal! And yes, it is every bit as amazing as you have imagined. First though, we need to make our way from Delhi to Agra. We travel in our private bus which takes around 4 hrs. Upon arrival we’ll check into the hotel and then spend the full afternoon exploring the Taj. There’ll be a guided tour and then time for you to wander the vast complex at your own pace. That evening we’ll get out and see a bit of Agra itself, heading for a chaat street food crawl. Very tasty!
Day 4
RANTHAMBORE NATIONAL PARK
Today we leave Agra behind, but not before visiting our very first fort of the trip – the majestic Agra Fort (aka the Red Fort). This epic red sandstone structure is super impressive and will transport you back to a time when Mughal emperors ruled the city from high above in their dazzling palaces. Speaking of transport, we then hit the road for another long-ish (5 hrs) bus journey to our next stop: Ranthambore National Park. After a few busy days in the hectic cities of India, it’s nice to spend a very chilled evening surrounded by nature in our Haveli style hotel located on on the boundaries of the national park.
Day 5
JEEP SAFARI
Named after the 1,000-year-old fort that stands inside the park, Ranthambore was Rajasthan’s first Project Tiger reserve, so keep your eyes peeled (seriously – they’re very tricky to spot)! We’ll head out on two separate (dusk + dawn) Game Drives during our time here, and you might just be lucky enough to spot the tigers! It’s not just about the big cats, though. This park is also home to the sambar, the largest of all Asiatic deer, as well as many rare bird species, marsh crocodiles, pythons, leopards, and sloth bears. Plus the scenery is stunning. We bet you didn’t expect to go on a safari in India!
Day 6
THE PINK CITY
Time to hit the road again for the 4-hour bus journey to Jaipur, India’s Pink City. As its name implies, the architecture of Jaipur is mostly a very distinctive pink (well, more like salmon) colour and it really is a visually stunning place characterised by the Hawa Mahal, City Palace, Jantar Mantar and Patrika Gate – this city is a photographer’s dream! Not to mention the Amber Fort – our second of the trip – where we’ll visit after dropping our bags at our hotel. It’s completely different from Agra but equally as impressive. For dinner we are hosted by a local family who prepare us a home cooked meal.
Day 7
RICKSHAWS, STREET FOOD & DANCE MOVES
Today we explore Jaipur and we can’t think of a better way to do it than to whizz around on rickshaws eating the best local food the city has to offer. We will be led by a social initiative that provides employment to 200 women from low-income households – expect a mouth-watering journey of Jaipur’s best kachoris, lassis, rabris, and kulfis! And if you’re wondering how to burn off all that food, we’ve found the perfect way: tonight you’ll learn to move like the local celebs at our Bollywood dance class! (note: on our Diwali trip this will be replaced with a special Diwali celebration).
Day 8
VARANASI + SARNATH
Today we ditch the bus and head to the airport for a short flight to Varanasi, the spiritual capital of India. Thought by many to be the oldest living city in the world, Varanasi is located on the banks of the holy Ganges River and it attracts pilgrims from all over India and the world – this place is a complete switch up and unlike anywhere else you’ll have ever been. We’ll save the river pilgrimage for tomorrow, because today we go somewhere nearby and equally as interesting: Sarnath. This monumental site is the place where Buddha delivered his first sermon, and where Buddhism came into existence!
Day 9
SUNRISE ON THE GANGES
The Ganges river is such an enthralling and unique place, that we dedicate a full day here. In the morning we awaken early for a sunrise boat ride, watching the hive of activity on shore: pilgrims doing a spiritual cleanse in the river, locals washing clothes, street vendors selling everything you can imagine, all alongside the cremation of bodies on the ghats (a sacred ritual in Hinduism). It’s a surreal combination of activities you would never expect to see side-by-side. And when the sun is setting, we’ll witness a breathtaking candle flower ceremony and the Ganga Aarti fire ritual offered every evening at Main Ghat.
Day 10
CITY OF DREAMS!
While Delhi is the traditional heart of India, Mumbai (formerly known as Bombay) can be thought of as the younger, sexier cousin. It’s the biggest city in India, the commercial and entertainment hub – full of glitz and glamour – but also with extreme contrasts between rich and poor. It is the place where people from every corner of India comes in search of their dreams. We catch a morning flight here from Varanasi and then leave the rest of the day free. You could go visit some of the main city sights or take a more relaxed day to recharge after a fairly hectic schedule.
Day 11
BACKSTREETS OF MUMBAI
While Mumbai is known to most for its high rise skyscrapers and plentiful tourist attractions, we’re going to see it in a different light by getting away from the trodden path. We’ll do this by following a Dabbawala – a worker who delivers hot meals to offices around Mumbai (a more traditional version of Uber East if you like) – on his rounds, experiencing all that this frenetic city brings en route. It sounds like a strange concept – and it is – but it’s a very unique way to experience Mumbai from a locals perspective and you will get a sense of the real life India.
Day 12
BEACH VIBES!
In yet another complete contrast (yes – India is super diverse), today we swap the big city energy, for something altogether more relaxed as we take a short flight to the lush beaches of Goa. This place is a lovely fusion of Indian and Portuguese cultures and packs in lots of sun, sea and spirituality – the perfect spot to start winding down our India trip. After a short flight from Mumbai we’ll arrive at our hotel and then the rest of the day is yours. You could chill by the hotel pool, grab a cocktail and head for the beach, or go explore everything Goa has to offer.
Day 13
YOGA + OLD GOA
As we awaken to our tropical paradise, we’ll start the day slowly with a morning yoga session. Afterwards we’ll enjoy a leisurely breakfast before leaving the beach for a while (sorry!) and doing a whistle stop tour of Old Goa: the UNESCO World Heritage Site located by the Mandovi River and often referred to as ‘Rome of the East’. It’s our last full day in India and we can’t think of a better way to end this epic trip than doing one final group dinner together and toasting to the amazing experiences we’ve shared.
Day 14
SEE YOU NEXT TIME
As our incredible journey through India comes to an end, it’s hard to believe all the amazing things we’ve done together! We’ve seen the iconic Taj Mahal, gone on thrilling safaris, tasted delicious cuisine, visited sacred sites, and so much more – all while making unforgettable memories with a group of new friends. Saying goodbye is never easy, so let’s just say “see you next time”!
Trip Price
We have guests join us from all over the world but predominantly from the UK, US, Canada, Europe, Australia & New Zealand. As standard we sell in both GBP and USD – however if you prefer to switch to your local currency you can do so during the checkout process.
United Kingdom
- Includes all items mentioned in “Included” above.
- Deposit = £200, to reserve your spot.
- Remaining balance due 70 days before departure.
- Private room = + £1000
- Payment plans possible – get in touch to arrange.
USA + Rest of World
- Includes all items mentioned in “Included” above.
- Deposit = $250, to reserve your spot.
- Remaining balance due 70 days before departure.
- Private room = + $1300
- Payment plans possible – get in touch to arrange
- Convert to local currency (inc CAD, EUR, AUD) during checkout.
Dates & Booking
Select your preferred departure date, currency and pay your deposit now to reserve a spot!
02 – 15 November 2026 (Diwali)
24 October – 06 November 2027 (Diwali)
Hotels
We know that accommodation is important to you and it’s important to us too. We’ve therefore carefully hand-picked a selection of our favourite 3 & 4-star hotels for this itinerary. These are the hotels we typically use (please ensure you are comfortable with them before booking).
Le Meridien, Delhi
The Clarks, Varanasi
Ranthambore Heritage Haveli, Ranthambore
Niravi, Jaipur
Grand Mercure, Agra
President, Mumbai
Heritage Village Resort & Spa, Goa
Le Meridien, Delhi
The Clarks, Varanasi
Ranthambore Heritage Haveli, Ranthambore
Niravi, Jaipur
Grand Mercure, Agra
President, Mumbai
Heritage Village Resort & Spa, Goa
Customer Reviews
Featured Blog Posts
Want to know more about what to expect on this trip? Read this blog posts from Clare and Anneka about their experience on our OWR India trip.
Anneka’s Journey through India: From the Chaos of Delhi to the Shores of Goa
When Anneka finally got the chance to visit the country that had captivated her since childhood, she jumped at it—solo, and with a group of strangers she’d never met. Two weeks later, those strangers had become friends, the chaos of India felt like home, and her bucket list was not only ticked,...
Clare Exploring India with OWR Travel
Meet Clare, an OWR guest who joined us for 14 unforgettable days in India. From celebrating Diwali in Jaipur to sunrise yoga on a beach in Goa, Clare’s days were packed with color, culture, and a few surprises (hint: cows in traffic 🐄). Check out her Q&A style blog to see why this trip was one...
FAQs & Important Notes
Below are some of the common questions we tend to get asked – we’ve answered both in video format (general across all OWR trips) and written format (specific to this particular trip).
FAQ video timestamps
The above video takes just under 40 minutes. If you prefer to navigate to a specific topics then you can see the timestamps below.
00:00 Intro
00:33 How It Works
03:00 Demographics
07:25 What’s the Price?
08:04 What’s Included?
10:42 Which Hotels?
12:10 Are Airport Transfers Included?
13:31 Room Sharing / Private Rooms
16:02 Booking & Cancellation Terms
20:30 “I Found the Same Tour for Cheaper”
23:37 I’m an Introvert!
24:54 Is Every Activity Mandatory?
26:02 What Happens After Booking?
27:58 Can I Bring a Friend?
30:50 Are You a Good Fit for OWR?
32:42 Where Is OWR Based?
33:31 Why Should I Choose OWR?
37:35 More Questions?
Am I a good fit for an OWR trip?
We know it’s important to you to choose the right tour company for you.
And equally, for us, it’s super important that we get the right people joining our trips (people who are likely to get the most out of it).
We’d therefore appreciate if you could please read the following page carefully before signing up: OWR Trip Style
How does it all work?
For an overview of how it all works, you can go to this page here: How It Works
Are international flights included?
No.
International flights are not included in the price of our tours. This is something you would book yourself separately.
Which airports should I fly into?
Our trip starts in Delhi (DEL) and ends in Goa (GOI). You should organise your flights accordingly.
Ideally you should arrive at the hotel by 6pm on the first day. This is when we have our welcome meeting and afterwards go for dinner (although if you arrive later it’s fine to catch up).
You can leave at any time on the last day. There are no activities scheduled for that day.
If you need help researching flights, contact us at [email protected] or fill out the contact form on this page.
Are airport transfers included?
Yes, they are included at both the start and end of every trip.
Notes
- We only do transfers between airports and our selected hotels. No other locations.
- For those tagging on extra days, we will endeavour to include transfers up to 2 days outside of official tour dates.
Can I book a private room?
Yes.
Our standard prices are based on sharing a twin hotel room with one other person of the same gender.
However, if you prefer a private then you can select this option for £900 / $1200 extra.
Just let us know at the time of booking.
(Note – we have limited availability of private rooms, these will be allocated on a first come, first served basis).
Can I book pre and/or post accommodation?
Yes, we can book you in for extra days at either our arrival hotel or departure hotel.
This is up to a maximum of 2 days on either side. If for longer, we suggest you book directly with the hotel.
As you book your trip spot through our website, during the checkout process you will be given the option to “add-on” the pre or post accommodation. You can also do this at a later point through our guest portal (you will have access to this after booking).
I’m traveling solo, will I be the only one?
No.
Our trips are specifically designed for solo travelers so you will fit in perfectly.
Some people may bring a friend but the majority will always be traveling solo.
How do I book?
On this page you will see a “Book Now” button next to each trip departure date. Simply click this to start the checkout process and reserve your spot.
You will need to pay a £200 / $250 deposit upfront and then the remaining balance must be paid by 70 days before the trip.
If your booking is within 70 days, then you must pay the full balance at that point.
What happens after I book? (next steps)
This is what you should expect in the lead up to your trip.
- Book trip (secure your spot with a deposit)
- Book international flights (these can be booked at any point after we’ve confirmed your spot – don’t leave too late as price will go up closer to trip)
- Purchase travel insurance (this will cover for issues leading up to trip as well as during)
> 70 Days Before Trip (cancellation penalties kick-in beyond this point)
- Full balance must be paid
- OWR sends survey: requests flight information, dietary requirements, health conditions, emergency contacts etc…(must be returned within 7 days)
> 10 Days Before Trip
- OWR sends day-by-day schedule, optional activity recommendations & some final info to prepare you for trip
> 3 Days Before Trip
- WhatsApp group created with all trip attendees + Tour Leader
> Trip Start Date
- Welcome meeting is typically scheduled for 6pm on first day. This is where you will meet your Tour Leader and other guests (note – we may change this time depending on overall group arrival times. If it changes we will notify you).
Is the deposit refundable?
No, the deposit is non-refundable.
However, if you can no longer make the trip you can transfer that deposit onto any other future trip.
Do you have payment plans?
Yes.
We can either split your balance into even monthly payments, or we can set it up so you can pay any smaller amounts as and when you like.
You can go ahead and book your spot through our website as normal and then afterwards email us at [email protected] to request we set up your payment plan.
Visas, vaccinations & packing lists?
Two months before your trip you will receive a comprehensive pre-trip pack which tells you everything you need to get prepared for the trip (including info on visas, vaccinations & packing lists).
As a heads up, most of our guests will need a tourist visa to come to India. This can be applied for closer to the time (processing time is only a few days) and will cost roughly £35 / $41 for the e-visa.
Do you cater for special dietary requirements?
Yes.
We cater for vegetarian, vegan, gluten free and other dietary requirements. We will always make sure there are options available to you in the restaurants we visit.
Please be aware though that there will not likely be the same range of options as you have available in your home country.
Will I get to meet other members of the group before the trip?
Yes.
3 days before the trip we will create a WhatsApp group with all the people joining the trip. This is a great opportunity to connect ahead of the trip.
Are the hotels listed on the website the actual hotels you use?
Generally yes, it will be these hotels.
From time to time we may need to change a specific hotel if for example it’s not available on those given dates. But in such situations, we will always replace with another hotel at the same quality and notify you in advance.
What’s the cancellation policy?
The £200/$250 deposit is non-refundable. However, if you need to cancel at any point, you can put this towards any future trip you book with us (in any location).
The rest of the balance is refundable up until 70 days before the trip. From that point we have to start committing funds to local suppliers and so:-
> 30-70 days before trip – 50% refund
> 0–30 days before trip – 0% refund
But, we also recommend that you take out travel insurance to cover you for any unexpected last-minute cancellation.