"When everything goes right!"

From the time we first contacted Indian Excursions until the time we said goodbye, we were helped every step of the way. There was always someone readily available to assist us with whatever we needed. The chosen accommodations and guides were all first rate. We appreciated having our boarding passes sent the day before. There was nothing that we can think of that they could improve upon. If you have the chance to stay at Oberoi properties, we can highly recommend them in all 6 locations where we stayed. Our driver, Yash, was excellent and despite the crazy traffic, we always felt safe with him at the wheel. Thank you Maddie & Shiv for all your help in planning and executing our India trip of a lifetime!

"A Palaces and Forts Trip "

Wonderful itinerary and perfectly executed operations in all the 4 cities!

"Another unforgettable experience"

This is the second time we’ve asked Madeleine and Shiv to arrange our trip, and once again, they exceeded our expectations! The entire experience was seamless and unforgettable.
Luke, our guide for the second time, was as always absolutely fantastic – professional, knowledgeable, and incredibly welcoming. He made us feel safe and ensured every moment was memorable. The agency is incredibly attentive to details, and it’s clear they take great pride in delivering top-notch service. From start to finish, everything was perfectly organized and smooth. We highly recommend them and will definitely reach out for future trips!

"A "Wiedersehen" with Rajasthan "

1. Team: terrific, very committed to making our trip as comfortable as possible; very knowledgeable and flexible with regard to the cultural and natural sights we wanted to experience; very helpful with all the small intricacies of modern life for international travellers - including local SIM cards and shopping.
2. Hotels: excellent; particularly enjoyed the Devigarh and its surroundings.
3. Transportation: the car was comfortable and spacious enough for two adult women - myself and my daughter. A special word of thanks to our calm and reliable driver Kundan Singh for his strong nerves and expertise in moving us through the chaos that is Indian traffic.
4. Guidance for itinerary: Madeleine, your experience was a tremendous help in the planning phase, - and your word of warning with regard to the guest house in the Keoladeo was absolutely accurate - nothing seems to have changed since I was there in 1990 (at which time I remember commenting to my husband that it was very basic indeed). Next time I will follow your advice and stay in the hotel you suggest!
5. Overall impression: This has been a wonderful experience and I am grateful to Indian Excursions for their advice and their expert staff in making it all possible. There was always time enough for us to pursue our interests (sketching, photography), which I (the one who sketches) greatly enjoyed.

"The very very best!"

Our trip to Incredible India was made possible by the professionalism, attention to detail and care shown by Shiv and Madeleine. They were nothing short of superb. Our driver was a standout. The car was impeccable and fully stocked each day. Our guides were excellent. Nothing was too much for the guides, the drivers and above all, Shiv and Madeleine. We shall be back.

" Golden triangle and Ranthambhore"

From first contact with ( owner) Madeleine to the completion of the trip , everything went smoothly. We were embarrassed at times by how well we were treated by hotel staff and our guide. Nothing was too much trouble. We felt very safe with our excellent driver who negotiated the chaotic Indian road system ( no rules!). The Oberoi hotels were magnificent, and the food ( curries) excellent. The highlight of the trip was seeing the Taj Mahal. We did a very educational Indian cooking class ( and got to eat the resulting meal). Unfortunately we didn’t get to see a tiger in Ranthambore. - but that is the only negative I can think of.

"Madeleine brought this once in a…"

Madeleine brought this once in a lifetime trip to life from the moment we started working with her. She made planning the entire trip stress free and put together a wonderfully colourful itinerary that was efficiently carried out by her ground staff in India. Thank you 🙏

"Rajasthan 12-days trip "

We had an incredible 12-day trip with Indian Excursions. From the very first moment, Madeleine was patient and accommodating, meticulously rearranging the itinerary to suit our preferences and budget. Once we arrived, the entire team took excellent care of us. Our driver, who accompanied us throughout the journey, consistently went above and beyond to ensure our comfort. The local guides at each destination and the regional representatives were equally impressive and attentive.
Shiv, the owner of the agency, was kind enough to personally meet us at the end of our trip and even accompanied us to the airport, which was such a thoughtful gesture. Indian Excursions is undoubtedly a fantastic choice for experiencing India in luxury and complete comfort. Highly recommended!

"Maddie and Shiv were great !"

Maddie and Shiv were great to work with and delivered on everything promised or subsequently requested by us. Our holiday was headache free (except for a luggage issue on a domestic flight which was the carrier’s fault and which Shiv and his local representatives stayed on top of until it was resolved while we went about our touring).

"Jaipur, Agra and Delhi tour"

Communication with the tour organizer was good. At times commitments for communication were made but not always followed through timely. The itinerary was thoughtful and complete. However, the main reason for 5 stars was the excellent tour guide and support team. Luke, our driver and the assistant were fantastic. They communicated very well. Adjusted the schedule when necessary. Provided top-notch service to ensure comfort and safety. Luke was kind and knowledgeable. He was constantly working to ensure that everything happened very smoothly. His recommendations for lunch and dinner were wonderful. I would definitely do another tour with Luke again.