Dear Madeline and Shiv, My daughter and I had a great time in India this time. Everything was well organized and went smoothly. The driver was very good, he was well mannered, very patient especially while driving through crazily heavy traffic and two guides in Agra and Jaipur were very good as well. We enjoyed listleing Indian history and stories of palaces, mosques, etc... from them. The guide in Delhi was good but we thought he was less experience. There was one thing we were not satisfied with was the hotel room we stayed in each place, they were either no good view or located on the first floor right by the pool. But other than that our first trip to India was great and made a lot of good memories. Thank you very much for your great team work! Harumi Tai

Our honeymoon in India was planned very carefully by the team and we were looked after every step of the way. Indian Excursions planned every day very carefully and was able to suggest and create a customised itinerary for us. We had a guide for every city and an amazing driver that took good care of us during the whole trip. The team was available and very responsive during the planning phase and the trip itself. We really recommend Indian Excursions.

Very well organized, flexible and accommodating. Madeleine provided great recommendations on sites to visit and hotels. All of the guides were professional and very knowledgeable about the history and cultural relevance of the sites. Shiv was also very hospitable once we landed in India and always in communication with us and the local representatives. Highly recommend!

Indian Excursions provided an excellent service from start to finish. Madeleine arranged our itinerary and accommodation, internal flights and a driver who remained with us for the duration of our trip. All the arranged guides turned up promptly, as did the driver. We were even escorted back to the airport at the end of our trip to ensure that all went smoothly with check in. I really cannot recommend their service too highly and I would not hesitate to use the company again.

I cannot recommend Indian Excursions Co highly enough, thank you Madeleine and Shiv! My wife and I spent 17 days in Rajasthan with Sanjay as our driver in November. Unless you’re prepared to spend months in India, getting around by yourself can be quite difficult. Finding someone to help organize it can take a leap of faith. From the moment of contacting Madeleine things went very smoothly as she seemed to intuitively understand what we wanted. The itinerary actually exceeded our expectations. From the time of arrival Shiv’s organization was faultless. The hotels, guides, connections, all worked seamlessly. We always felt safe in the car with Sanjay and he was able to make the travel time both interesting and enjoyable. In terms of planning I’d recommend reading the experiences on the website as I found them to be both stimulating and very accurate descriptions. We absolutely loved the slightly off the track places of Churu, Nagaur, and Narlai. So, if you are planning your trip, do not hesitate to send them an email

This is the BEST way to visit India as an NRI (non resident indian born overseas) to give yourself and children a well organized, safe, clean and comfortable trip to India. Indian Excursions took care of everything and made the whole trip stress free which allowed our family to enjoy visiting our motherland after many years. They are very flexible, professional and detailed oriented. I am glad we went with them and would do it again!

If you are looking for an exceptional team to accompany you on your tailor-made trip to Rajasthan, look no further, India Excursions Co definitely stands out. First there is the stage of preparing your itinerary, carried out by Madeleine who is fully attentive to your needs and who has the sensitivity necessary to quickly detect your interests and the objectives of your trip. She responds quickly to your questions and guides you expertly in the design of your dream itinerary, according to your tastes and your budget, whether in terms of length of stay, centers of interest, experiences to live , cultural tours, hotels and restaurants on offer. Once there, the field team, led by Shiv, will take care of you as soon as you set foot in India. You don't have to worry about anything, everything is thought and designed so that you have fun while the team on the ground takes care of your trips, your driver, your guides, your representatives for each hotels and rules for you everything that needs to be sorted out. During your entire stay, Shiv is present and makes regular follow-ups to make sure everything is fine. You just have to focus on discovering the beauties that Rajasthan has to offer. IndiaCo is a team apart, on a human scale, made up of extremely professional people who are sensitive to your needs. What's great about this team is that anything is possible and that's what sets them apart. Madeleine, Shiv and all the team, you should be proud of what you have accomplished because thanks to you, we have memories that we will cherish for the rest of our lives.

From the very start of the planning process all through our special trip, Indian Excursions Co were consummate professionals. Madeleine was receptive to all our requests and put together a great itinerary. When an internal flight was cancelled just before we left home, there was no panic and alternatives were suggested in a calm and professional way. We felt totally confident. Shiv is a hands-on COO who maintained contact throughout. Hotel recommendations were spot on, driver and guides were great. Madeleine, Shiv and team made this trip a true celebration for us and we felt cared for every step of the way.

My wife and I recently made a trip to Rajasthan with our daughter for whom it was her first trip. Madeliene and Shiv made the all the necessary arrangements from before we landed in Delhi to when we departed from Delhi after two weeks. Our driver Daljeet was also very flexible and reliable which made the two weeks of travel by car very comfortable. We would recommend Indian Excursions very highly to anyone who wishes to visit India.

My mum and I did a private tour with Indian Excursions Co at the end of October for two weeks which included Varansi and various parts of Rajasthan. We had the most brilliant time with so many special moments. Both Madeleine and Shiv were excellent with helping us to plan and co-ordinate our itinerary, and were great with their communication. The local reps and tour guides were always very knowledgable and helpful. Going from one place to another was smooth and hassle free. The hotels were lovely and we were made to feel very welcomed. We would happily recommend Indian Excursions to others and we look forward to our next trip with them!

We booked our first Indian adventure with Indian Excursions as we simply found the whole thing too overwhelming to organise independently, despite being seasoned travellers. From the outset Maddie was really helpful and really 'got' what we were looking for. She was flexible to our requirements and responsive to our needs. We stayed at some wonderful hotels, had once in a lifetime experiences (seeing a tiger and her cub in the wild, traditional Indian block painting) and importantly felt safe and supported every step of the way. Shiv was our main contact when we were there and was constantly on hand to deal with any issues (these were minor!). I think the price point is right to reflect the level of service, I genuinely wouldn't even consider booking with another company if I was to return to India (which we certainly will!). 100% recommend.

I was going to be in India for a family wedding and decided to tour Rajasthan prior to the wedding. As a woman traveling alone, I had many questions and concerns. After researching many travel agencies/tour companies I chose Indian Excursions because of their overall professionalism (prompt and detailed responses to questions, organization and presentation of itinerary and travel materials, very individualized service, and reasonable pricing). Maddie and Shiv, along with my tour guide and drivers made sure that my Rajasthan adventure was everything I had dreamt of. The hotels we chose were exceptional, within my budget, and provided unique experiences. At each hotel, my guide would accompany me to check-in and follow up to ensure that my luggage had arrived and my accommodations were okay. My daily itinerary was well prepared but flexible in case I wanted to add or remove something. Each day my driver had plenty of bottled water and snacks in the car. They even had sun shades in all my cars upon my request. While on my journey, I wanted to visit a hair salon so I emailed Maddie, who promptly engaged Shiv. We spoke briefly and before I knew it, he had made an appointment for me at the salon of my choice. The Indian Excursions team saw to every detail and made my trip effortless and exceptional. I will work with Maddie and Shiv on my next trip to India my and highly recommend Indian Excursions!

From the moment we were met by Shiv at Delhi Airport to ten days later when we departed we experienced a delicious taste of India by this highly efficient Travel Company. Our Driver Madan kept us safe which was a miracle! The Itinerary suggested to us was just perfect and all the guides were expert on the cities we visited. This is company we would not hesitate to recommend to our family and friends - and we already have! Cannot fault their service and attention to detail!!

Madeline, Shiv and all of their team were fantastic to work with as we planned and enjoyed our trip to India. They were with us every step of the way through planning and travel, were very accessible and supportive, and provided wonderful local representatives and guides in all the locations we visited. The rep who met us at the airport in Jodhpur insisted on getting us to the palace museum before it closed, gave us a tour, and made some wonderful local restaurant recommendations. Farooq, our guide in Jaipur, helped us to experience the history and culture of this beautiful city, showed us out of the way places and hidden gems, and was a master at lining up the perfect photography shots! Our driver, Mohan, was always ready for us with a smile and would magically appear whenever we needed him.We'd definitely recommend Indian Excursions to friends planning travel to Rajasthan!

Wonderful service and delivery. You are treated like a guest from start to finish.

I travelled to Radjasthan with a woman friend, both of us in our 70s. In the first instance we had contacted a well known travel company in London who specialised in personalised tours. Then we heard about Indian Experiences from my daughter who had travelled with them earlier in the year. Indian Experiences came up with an excellent itinerary which fitted in well with our plans and wishes. They put together the whole trip and were flexible to make any changes we required. The organisation before our arrival was clear and comprehensive. From the moment of our arrival we were perfectly looked after by Shiv and the team. We had an excellent driver, extremely important in the very individual Indian driving conditions, and very competent, and pleasant English speaking guides. We were met at every new venue by an Indian Experiences rep. Everything was made easy for us, so we could enjoy our visit to the maximum. Just a small example of Indian Excursions attention to detail. While at the Lake Palace in Udaipur, we opted to take the Sunset Lake Cruise. While all other hotel guests packed on to crowded launches, we had a boat to ourselves. It made us feel very special.

We recently spent 3 weeks in India travelling from Delhi to Agra and then through Rajasthan (Ranthanmbore, Jaipur, Jodphur and Udaipur) before finally slowing down in Goa. All was booked through Indian Excursions. Madeliene (Maddie) was our first point of contact. From start to finish Maddie was completely across all of our requests and enquiries, coming back to us quickly and with detailed, well thought out responses, including often anticipating our needs before we even knew what they were. Maddie was aware that it was our 20 year anniversary and had taken the trouble to arrange some lovely surprises along the way. Shiv was at Delhi airport to greet us, along with Madan who was to be our driver for the next two weeks. Shiv saw us settled into our hotel and then became our point of contact for any questions/ assistance we needed. We did have a couple of queries during our stay and again Shiv was very responsive. He also reached out a number of times to check in. We had great guides throughout - each of them local to the relevant city and were an absolute wealth of information with a real passion for their home. In a couple of destinations we changed the itinerary at the last minute and they were completely flexible. Madan, our driver, was a real star and was a great companion throughout - introducing us to little insights and sharing his knowledge from his experiences across the region. Suffice to say, we have had the most wonderful, enriching holiday that has become the trip of a lifetime. Words do not describe the breadth and depth of experiences we shared. A massive thank you to Maddie, Shiv, Madan and the team, we cannot thank you highly enough and would recommend Indian Excursions to all.

Very well organized Rajasthan tours. We stayed at the Taj Palace hotels in Jodhpur, Udaipur and Jaipur which were truly Five star in every sense-hotel amenities, rooms, restaurants and very friendly hotel staff. The Indian Excursion Company arranged our stay at these hotels along with airport transfer, visit to the cities, helpful guides and comfortable air-conditioned vehicles. People were very courteous, eager to help and willing to mould our trips according to our needs and desires. The price was appropriate for the level of services provided and payment methods were convenient

It was an AMAZING adventure. All of the arrangements were perfect, our drivers the BEST, great guides ( very knowledgeable and spoke English very well). Our accommodations were wonderful ! Maddie and Shiv do such a great job in all aspects of the planning and following-through of the plans! I highly recommend using Indian Excursions Co. for a perfect adventure in Rajasthan! My son and daughter travelled with them a few months before my trip, and also had a fantastic experience with them!

Ever since the age of 10 , I have been in love with the beauty and story behind the Taj Mahal. As I grew, so did my appreciation for India's rich history and religious practices, all wrapped up in a glorious kaleidoscope of color and artistic detail. After 58 years, I was finally able to experience India first hand, with my sister Patricia, thanks to the amazing team at Indian Excursions! Madelaine spent countless hours setting up a suggested itinerary, based on our personal wants and needs. She gradually customized it to fit our budget, without sacrificing or compromising the quality or caliber of hotels, activities, or personal comfort. Once we arrived in New Delhi, Shiv took responsibility for logistics- overseeing transportation, transfers and time management. Each and every driver, tour guide and hotel "welcoming committee" member added to our feeling of safety, security and satisfaction. As a hospitality veteran ( former innkeeper of Cedar Crest Inn, located in Asheville, North Carolina), I know first hand and appreciate what it takes to provide such a high standard of excellence. All of the Indian Excursions team members exceeded our expectations, turned dreams into reality and left us with priceless memories to cherish for a lifetime.Thank you so much!