Kimkim Trip Reviews for India

Rajat at the office and Hemant as our tour guide have been incredible, as well as the rest of the team. Their dedication ensured that we had a smooth and comfortable trip from start to finish. It was also reassuring to see how quickly they went over and beyond by offering help and medical coordination when one of us fell sick for a day. We cannot recommend them enough, and are very thankful for having taken such good care of us.

Hotel Review

Samode Haveli

Jaipur

Very interesting place to stay!

Authenticity & Character

Location

Staff

Cleanliness & Comfort

Activity Review

Enroute Delhi to Agra, visit Wildlife SOS Elephant Conservation and Care Center

Agra

Amazing stop between Delhi and Agra, and absolutely great for kids to learn about elephants and how they are trained and treated in circuses and streets for entertainment or even “construction”. It was a highlight for our teenagers and made deep impressions

We visited Delhi, Agra, Shimla and Dharamshala in April/May of 2026. From the moment we landed, we were taken care of with handlers, guides and drivers every step of the way to ensure a smooth and memorable experience. Everyone was very kind and ensured that we felt comfortable as we transferred between several flights, trains and experiences. The Taj Mahal was of course a memorable experience. However, Shimla was fantastic. Our guide, Kavi, was extremely knowledgable about the history of the area. We stayed at the Cecil Oberoi, which was hands down the best hotel we stayed in with its views and historic charm. We also did a hike up the Triund Trek in Dharamshala and the guides surprised my wife with a homemade birthday cake at the top of the mountain. She was really touched by this experience, which was set up by our guide Sammi. We will carry a lifetime of memories from the trip and truly appreciate all of the help in making every step of the way comfortable.

Rajat tailored my tour of Meghalaya and Assam so I was able to appreciate the natural beauty of the area, the people and culture.
My guide Kanak was very attentive and our driver Amulya was an expert navigating some rough roads.
I had such a pleasant and positive experience.
Thank you!
Carmen

Was truly a memorable experience! Enjoyed seeing the vast differences between the different regions of India.

Goa, Agra, and Mumbai were must sees for anyone planning a trip to India

Hotel Reviews

The Lalit Hotel, New Delhi

Delhi

The Taj Mahal Palace, Mumbai

Mumbai

Taj Holiday Village Resort & Spa

Goa

The Oberoi Amarvilas

Agra

Samode Haveli

Jaipur

Activity Review

Explore the marvelous and historic monument : Agra Fort

Agra

Ravi was always available for us… Super helpful and very knowledgeable… his detailed and thoughtful planning really made our trip special

Hotel Reviews

The Oberoi Rajvilas

Jaipur

Imagine traveling back in time to the golden age of the Mughal emperors… that’s the impression that Juan experiences when they arrive at the Oberoi Rajvilas… elegant facilities, beautiful gardens, fantastic team… Amazing overall experience

Authenticity & Character

Literally like stepping back in time to the Royal Mughal period in India…

Location

Located near the famous pink city of Jaipur… the hotel isn’t oasis of beauty with grounds like Royal Gardens, pavilions, peacocks, beautiful, bungalow, suites with so much privacy and peace and quiet…

Staff

Doctor, friendly, energetic, always available, an amazing team… Everything was incredibly well done…

Cleanliness & Comfort

A beautiful sweet with a lovely view… thoughtfully furnished… Super comfortable… Spotlessly clean…

The Oberoi Amarvilas

Agra

We arrived late in the afternoon to an incredible view of the Taj Mahal from our lovely room with a balcony…Oberoi hotels are always excellent, and this one it was no exception… Very friendly, helpful team, great food, beautiful grounds, and facilities… Super location within minutes of the Taj Mahal…

Authenticity & Character

With grounds that looked like the gardens of a palace, and a view of the Taj Mahal, as well as well appointed rooms and public areas… Such a beautiful place…

Location

Literally a few hundred yards from the Taj Mahal… The perfect location…

Staff

Friendly and helpful 24 hours a day… Always available… A fantastic team

Cleanliness & Comfort

Our room was spotless to clean and well appointed with beautiful furnishings, reflecting the palatial feel of the entire resort…

The Oberoi New Delhi

New Delhi

Quiet, tastefully, decorated, everything we needed in our beautiful suite… Lovely staff, who are always attentive and available to help… Great location… Beautiful view of New Delhi… The restaurants are excellent, as well… A wonderful stay… We would highly recommend anyone coming to Delhi to stay at this beautiful hotel

Authenticity & Character

Classy, beautifully decorated, amazing staff

Authenticity & Character

Classy, beautifully decorated, amazing staff

Location

Close to the areas where we had our tours, so it was very convenient

Location

Close to the areas where we had our tours, so it was very convenient

Staff

Available at any time of day or night to help out… Very knowledgeable… Always warm and friendly…

Staff

Available at any time of day or night to help out… Very knowledgeable… Always warm and friendly…

Cleanliness & Comfort

Spotlessly, clean and well appointed

Cleanliness & Comfort

Spotlessly, clean and well appointed

Activity Reviews

Spiritual Walk in Jaipur

Jaipur

We spent the evening at a local temple and observed special worship service

Quality of Experience

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Our Active India guide, Mr. Safya was excellent

Transport

Mr. Brijesh is the best

Food Walk in Agra

Agra

We really experienced where the local people of Agra eat…small street food and back street sources….amazing

Quality of Experience

Gritty and real local eateries

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Transport

Taj Mahal Sunrise Visit

Agra

We met our guide before sunrise and headed toward see the Taj Mahal as the sun came up…quiet and beautiful

Quality of Experience

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Active India is a great team

Transport

Agra beyond Taj: Leave for a Mughal Heritage walk

Agra

We traveled through the city of Agra to a spot on the river with a view of the Taj Mahal at Sunset… Although there are many people around, the site is unbelievably beautiful… we also toured the very first marble mausoleum ever built!

Quality of Experience

Guides, Drivers and Staff

The guide, Mr, Sharma, from Active India was excellent…very knowledgeable

Transport

Mr. Brijesh was a safe and excellent driver…very professional

Street Food Tour

Delhi

Mr. Dharmender took us on an incredible food tour of old deli… several little shops on side streets… we tried everything from sweets to savory foods and delicious beverages… it was a lot of fun and Mr. D is very knowledgeable

Quality of Experience

So many Wonderful flavors

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Transport

Old Delhi Sightseeing

Delhi

Mr. Dharmender took us on the amazing walk through the monumental district of New Delhi and the historical old Dehli… we went to an historic mosque, explored the back alleys, rode in a bicycle rickshaw, and visited a Sikh temple…

Quality of Experience

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Mr. Dharmender ( guide) and Mr. Brijesh (driver) make a great team

Transport

Mr. Brijesh was a skilled, safe driver… Very polite and very helpful…

Review: Exceptional Service with One Major Location Flaw
I recently completed a trip to India organized through kimkim, and I wanted to share my feedback on the experience.

The Highlights: Transport, Guides, and Dharamshala
Overall, the logistics were excellent. The midday pickups and the long-distance transfers—including the drive to the Taj Mahal in Agra—were very comfortable and well-managed. The guides were professional and friendly throughout the journey.

However, I want to give a special mention to the team in Dharamshala. The taxi driver and the guide, both named Sono, there truly went above and beyond. Their efforts to ensure I was comfortable exceeded all expectations. Not only were they incredibly competent, but they were also genuinely kind and attentive. They made that part of the trip unforgettable.

The Accommodations
The hotel in Dharamshala was fantastic—it had a beautiful atmosphere and a stunning view. I felt completely at home there.

Regarding the hotel in Delhi, the property itself was good in terms of facilities and breakfast. However, the location was a major issue. After an exhausting 18-hour journey, I was checked into a hotel on a main road in an area that felt very unsafe for a solo Western woman to walk around. There was no possibility of stepping out for a meal or a short walk. I felt "locked in." There are many wonderful areas in Delhi where a tourist can safely walk around, and I was disappointed that such an inconvenient location was chosen for my arrival.

Breakfast and Planning
One point of frustration was the breakfast logic. Although it was discussed otherwise, I missed breakfast for two days because of early departures (e.g., leaving for Agra at 6:00 AM). Instead of being provided with a lunch box—which is standard practice in many other countries like Turkey, Egypt, etc., I was told we would "stop on the way," where I then had to pay for my own meal. I expected better coordination regarding included meals during early excursions.

Final Verdict
The human element of this trip—the guides and drivers—was a 10/10, especially in Dharamshala. If the company improves its hotel selection in Delhi regarding safety and walkability, and fixes the "breakfast box" logistics, it would be a perfect service.

Hotel Reviews

Surya Mcleod, Mcleodganj,

The Experience My stay in Dharamshala was wonderful. The room was absolutely beautiful and very tastefully decorated. What truly took my breath away was the fantastic view of the nature surrounding the hotel—it was truly amazing and made me feel completely at ease. I felt very comfortable and at home throughout my stay.

Authenticity & Character

The hotel is very well-located, providing a peaceful atmosphere while still being accessible. It was the perfect place to relax.

Location

What truly took my breath away was the fantastic view of the nature surrounding the hotel—it was truly amazing and made me feel completely at ease

Staff

Service and Dining The staff were incredibly friendly and welcoming. I also want to highlight the breakfast, which was excellent. There was a very generous variety of options, and everything was delicious and high quality. The Location The hotel is very well-located, providing a peaceful atmosphere while still being accessible. It was the perfect place to relax.

Cleanliness & Comfort

Beautiful room and breathtaking views – a wonderful stay The Room and View The room was absolutely beautiful and very tastefully furnished. I felt incredibly comfortable there. The highlight was definitely the fantastic view of the nature; it was breathtaking and created such a peaceful atmosphere. Service and Breakfast The staff were exceptionally friendly and helpful. I was also very impressed with the breakfast—it was a huge spread with a great variety of delicious options. It was a perfect start to each day. The Bathroom (Areas for Improvement) The only real downside was the bathroom. It didn't quite match the high standard of the rest of the hotel. Some of the fixtures were broken, and the toilet was very low, which made it a bit uncomfortable to use. Overall, the bathroom lacked the comfort and quality that was so evident in the living area and the rest of the property. Conclusion The hotel is very well-located and offers great hospitality. If the bathrooms were updated to match the beautiful rooms, it would be a 10/10 experience!

Deventure Sarovar Portico

Here is a review for the Delhi hotel: Great facilities and staff, but a difficult location for solo travelers Rating: 3/5 stars (Recommended for the interior, not the location) Pros: Amenities: The hotel itself is well-maintained. The rooms are well-equipped, and the overall decor and facilities are of a high standard. Breakfast Quality: When I was able to eat there, the breakfast was excellent with a good variety of options. Cons: Location: This was the biggest drawback. The hotel is situated on a busy main road in an area that does not feel suitable for tourists. After an 18-hour journey, I wanted to be able to walk around or find a local spot to eat, but it felt unsafe and inaccessible for a solo Western woman. I felt "locked in" and unable to explore the neighborhood at all. Logistics/Service: I was disappointed by the lack of flexibility regarding early departures. Despite leaving at 6:00 AM for excursions, the hotel did not provide a packed breakfast or a lunch box. In my experience traveling to other countries, this is standard service. Having to buy my own breakfast on the road because the hotel couldn't provide a box was quite frustrating. Final Thought: If you only need a place to sleep and will be picked up at the door by a driver, the hotel is very nice. However, if you value walkability and a safe-feeling neighborhood to explore on foot, I would recommend looking elsewhere.

Authenticity & Character

Great facilities and staff

Location

Location: This was the biggest drawback. The hotel is situated on a busy main road in an area that does not feel suitable for tourists. After an 18-hour journey, I wanted to be able to walk around or find a local spot to eat, but it felt unsafe and inaccessible for a solo Western woman. I felt "locked in" and unable to explore the neighborhood at all.

Staff

Great facilities and staff

Cleanliness & Comfort

The hotel’s interior and room amenities were excellent. The bathroom was perfectly fine—clean, modern, and everything functioned well. The room itself was very well-equipped and comfortable. However, I found the mattress to be far too soft. While bed preference is subjective, it was quite difficult for me as I have back issues and require more support.

Activity Reviews

Arrival Dharamshala and transfer to Mcleodganj

Dharamshala

Quality of Experience

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Transport

Half-day tour of New Delhi and visit Humayun’s Tomb, a UNESCO World Heritage Site

India

Last Day in Delhi I am unable to provide a review for my final day in Delhi because I never got to experience it. My flight from Dharamshala back to Delhi was canceled without a replacement. As a result, I had to be driven four hours to a different airport and did not arrive back at the hotel until very late in the afternoon. Because of these travel complications, I had no time left to see any of the city before my departure. It was a shame to miss out on the final part of the itinerary due to these logistical issues.

Free Day to visit The Monasteries

Dharamshala

Dharamshala was an experience I will never forget for the rest of my life. Everything we did there was absolutely magnificent. The temples, the local villages, the breathtaking views of the Himalayas, and the Kora walk—it was all simply spectacular. I have captured so many wonderful photos, but the memories are even better. This part of the trip was perfect in every single way; it was a true highlight that I will cherish forever.

Quality of Experience

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Transport

Visit to BhagSunag Temple and Waterfall

Dharamshala

Dharamshala was an experience I will never forget for the rest of my life. Everything we did there was absolutely magnificent. The temples, the local villages, the breathtaking views of the Himalayas, and the Kora walk—it was all simply spectacular. I have captured so many wonderful photos, but the memories are even better. This part of the trip was perfect in every single way; it was a true highlight that I will cherish forever.

Quality of Experience

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Transport

Day trip to Agra

India

The Drive & Logistics The trip to the Taj Mahal was a comfortable drive, and the transportation was high quality as usual. However, the start of the day was frustrating. After an 18-hour journey from Germany and arriving late the previous afternoon, I had to leave at 6:00 AM without any breakfast. Even though it was planned differently, no breakfast box was provided. The Experience at the Monument The Taj Mahal itself is beautiful, but the experience was a bit exhausting. I was approached constantly by people wanting to take photos. While I am perfectly capable of saying "no" myself, after the 100th time, it becomes draining. I would have appreciated it if the guide had been more proactive in shielding me from these interruptions so I could enjoy the monument in peace. The Food Situation I want to clarify that I handle heat and spicy Indian food very well—I ate street food in Dharamshala with no issues at all. In Delhi, I was told I should eat at the hotel because the food "outside" is too spicy, yet the restaurant I was taken to after the Taj Mahal served food that was nearly inedible due to the spice level. It felt like a test rather than a meal. I prefer to choose where I eat myself, as I know my own limits best. Final Thoughts While it was a nice excursion and a comfortable trip, it simply did not compare to the magic of Dharamshala. It was a good experience to see the Taj Mahal, but the logistical hiccups and the food situation made it less than perfect.

Quality of Experience

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Transport

Kora Walk- Visit to Dalai Lama Temple

Dharamshala

Dharamshala was an experience I will never forget for the rest of my life. Everything we did there was absolutely magnificent. The temples, the local villages, the breathtaking views of the Himalayas, and the Kora walk—it was all simply spectacular. I have captured so many wonderful photos, but the memories are even better. This part of the trip was perfect in every single way; it was a true highlight that I will cherish forever.

Quality of Experience

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Transport

Dharamshala/McLeod Ganj Sightseeing!

Dharamshala

Dharamshala was an experience I will never forget for the rest of my life. Everything we did there was absolutely magnificent. The temples, the local villages, the breathtaking views of the Himalayas, and the Kora walk—it was all simply spectacular. I have captured so many wonderful photos, but the memories are even better. This part of the trip was perfect in every single way; it was a true highlight that I will cherish forever.

Quality of Experience

Guides, Drivers and Staff

They were amazing

Transport

Comfortable ,clean car with climatic.

Free Time in Delhi

India

Feedback on "Free Time": Regarding my free time in Delhi, it was unfortunately impossible to utilize or enjoy. Due to the hotel's location, I felt completely restricted. The hotel was situated directly on a chaotic and dirty main road with no sidewalks or pedestrian access. Stepping out meant being immediately in the middle of heavy traffic and pollution, which was an absolute imposition. As a result, I could not leave the hotel at all during my free time. I had hoped to explore the local area or walk to a nearby restaurant, but the surroundings were not suitable or safe for a solo tourist to walk around. I ended up spending my entire free time confined to the hotel. I have since learned that there are many beautiful hotel complexes, especially near the airport or in other districts, that offer safe green spaces and walkable surroundings. I am very disappointed that I was placed in an area that made it impossible to experience the city during my downtime. It felt like a missed opportunity to see Delhi.

Quality of Experience

Guides, Drivers and Staff

The transportation throughout the trip was excellent and very professional. The cars provided were modern, high-quality, and equipped with great air conditioning, which made the long drives very comfortable. It was also very important to me that there was always fresh water available in the car. The drivers were wonderful and very respectful of my space; when I was tired and wanted to sleep, they let me rest in peace instead of making forced conversation. I want to give a special mention to my team in Dharamshala—my driver and my guide, both named Sonu. They were absolutely fantastic, incredibly friendly, and went out of their way to accommodate all my wishes. They gave me brilliant tips for my free day, and their competence and kindness truly exceeded all my expectations.

Transport

Regarding the transport, every effort was made to get me from A to B in total comfort. I was very impressed and truly enjoyed the experience

Our experience with kim kim was excellent. Our trip was emotional and eye opening. My husband and I worked with Ravi planning our trip for 7 months prior to arrival. He gave us good advice and answered all our questions during our Skype conversations. He introduced us to Aditya for our feet on the ground tour director who checked in with us daily while we were there. All our guides were professional and informative as were our drivers. They all participated in making this trip particularly special. We especially enjoyed our guide, DP, in Udiapur, and our driver Sachin. He kept us smiling during the 9 days with him.
We added a side visit to the Slums in Mumbai, because our guide Sujaj was brought up near there and said it's a must see. We sent Aditya the information and the next day it was all set.
The whole tour company is a pleasure to work with, and we recommend them highly.
Thank you Active India for making this trip exceptional!
Jay and Jacki Witlen

Hotel Review

Hotel Amet Haveli

We would rate this hotel very highly. Our "room" was truly a suite with two lovely alcoves overlooking the river and the sparkling view of the city of Udiapur. We enjoyed the swing alcove with a glass of wine each evening. We also ate dinner in their rooftop restaurant and were treated to a colorful light show during our meal. The second alcove offered ottoman style seating, which unfortunately we didn't have enough time for. So we would suggest 3 nights if you'd like to enjoy the full experience! Jacki and Jay Witlen

Authenticity & Character

As mentioned above, location and the feeling of stepping into a palace!

Location

Because it is right on the river overlooking the city of Udiapur

Staff

Very friendly.

Cleanliness & Comfort

Everything was very nice, the decor, the alcoves, the swing, the bedding was comfortable and clean.

Activity Reviews

Explore the marvelous and historic monument : Agra Fort

Agra

Quality of Experience

this fort is amazing but the best part on this day they were filming a movie and so much fun to see costumes of the period.

Mumbai - Elephanta Caves

Mumbai

these caves are an historical journey backing time and well worth a visit

We went straight to KimKim to arrange this trip, having had a great experience with them before.

Rajat was our contact in India, which was fantastic because he is so knowledgeable about the India travel scene and was keen to make the tour work well for us. Through excellent online messaging via KimKim we let Rajat know what sort of things we wanted to do / see, and he made all the arrangements including booking train tickets, hotels, flights and most importantly our guides and drivers. I cannot speak highly enough of the guides and drivers we had and I have to especially name Hemant (guide) and Nerinder (driver) who were particularly brilliant. Hemant met us in Delhi to accompany us on our train journey to Agra and spent the next 10 days or so with us, leaving us at Udaipur for our flight to Mumbai / Goa. Hemant was incredibly knowledgeable and shared not only cultural and historic stories which bought India to life for us, but whenever he spotted something of interest - for example a pilgrimage, or a street of drum shops - he explained what it was all about. Hemant did not shy away from explaining the good and not so good, and remained neutral throughout. There wasn't a single question he didn't know the answer to! Other tourists we met had not had that level of interest or detail shared with them, so it was quite fun to tell them what we had learned from Hemant. We continue to tell stories to our friends now! Our driver Nerinder was with us almost the whole trip, meeting us at Delhi airport with Rajat at 3am! Nerinder never ever failed to be there for us - we never had to wait for him - and he made us feel so safe the whole time, despite some of the crazy driving in the cities or cows randomly crossing the motorway! His car was always immaculate and he kept stocks of sweets and plenty of bottled water for us. He was an absolute gentleman and a bit of a hero for all the driving and distance he did with no map or sat nav!

Every part of the trip was seemlessly arranged by Rajat. All the hotels were fabulous and just seemed to get more and more fabulous as we went! Important to add that even while we were in India we decided to change some plans. In particular (with the help of Hemant) we decided not to take a train from Jaipur to Udaipur due to timetable changes making arrival / hotel check-in very late in the evening which we wanted to avoid, and this was fed back to Rajat so he could keep on top of where we were etc.

People have their own preconceived ideas about India, but we went with an open mind and were certainly not disappointed. Thanks to Rajat, our guides and drivers, we experienced what felt like an awful lot of India - culture, history, religion, life - the good bits and the not so good bits - scenery, wildlife, poeple and I almost forgot to mention the food!

Our guides knew exactly the best places to stop for food en route and thanks to them we experienced some of the best food we've ever tasted! They also helped us to buy marble inlay creations from a traditional craft shop in Agra, rugs from a traditional carpet-making factory in Jaipur (which were delivered to us at home just 10 days later!) and ceramics from a famous potter in Jaipur! We had to restrain ourselves from buying a lot more handmade crafts etc which wasn't always easy with the hard-sell in some places, but our decisions were respected and we felt we contributed our bit as tourists.

Our notable highlights of the trip (sometimes not for obvious reasons):

walking tour of Old Delhi
first sight of the Taj Mahal from Agra Fort 1.5km away
observing and travelling alongside pilgrims for 50kms or so from Agra to Fatehpur Sikri
jeeping in and around Ranthambore tiger reserve (even though we didn't see a tiger, but we saw a rare sloth bear)
Nahargarh hotel Ranthambore
food on the road, particularly at Molecule on the outskirts of Jaipur - careful with those Indian chillies!
The Jantar Mantar (observatory) Jaipur
dancing and puppet show in Udaipur
the kindness of people

In short, we cannot recommend a touring trip to India highly enough and would definitely like to explore Mumbai and Kerala some time in the future - Rajat, we'll definitely be coming back to you for help with that! Thank you for everything you did to make our trip so enjoyable and memorable. Best wishes to you and all our guides and drivers.

My trip to northern India was fabulous! Rajat was an excellent facilitator of the planning process, preparing me well for the entire trip. He was also excellent at helping me make adjustments in the trip when needed. And the guides and drivers in all of the cities I visited were excellent, each with their own local knowledge and passion for their work. The hotels were all reasonably priced and well suited for visiting westerners, including delicious food. Overall, the trip far exceeded my expectations. I can’t say enough good things about the wonderful people who guided and supported my visit. Thank you, thank you, thank you!

Hotel Reviews

Hotel Anand International

Gaya

Hotel and rooms were nicely appointed and food was excellent. The only problem was the room was always full of mosquitoes. Not good.

Authenticity & Character

Location

Staff

Cleanliness & Comfort

Hotel Kanha Shyam Prayagraj

Alllahabad

Excellent hotel with great food and beautiful rooms with very nice views

Authenticity & Character

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Staff

Cleanliness & Comfort

Pristine Hotel

Varanasi

Very nice rooms, great food, and helpful staff

Authenticity & Character

Location

Staff

Cleanliness & Comfort

Hotel The Great Ganga

Rishikesh

Nicely appointed hotel in great location overlooking the city and the river

Authenticity & Character

Location

Staff

Cleanliness & Comfort

NUO By juSTa

New Delhi

Very nice hotel in interesting location

Authenticity & Character

Location

Staff

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Activity Reviews

Triveni Sangam Visit and Spiritual Sites in Prayagraj (formerly Allahabad)

Allahabad

The boat ride to the confluence of the rivers was an excellent way to start the day. I chose not to do the holy dip myself given the state of the water, but it was meaningful to be part of such a large group of pilgrims. The temples after the boat ride were even more interesting. Ending with a visit to the shivalaya park was very interesting and gave a broader sense for India as a whole.

Quality of Experience

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Transport

Meditation and Reflection at Maharishi Samarak

Allahabad

This was a highlight of the trip for me. The samarak was away from the city and so was quiet and less crowded. It was an excellent place to meditate.

Quality of Experience

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Transport

Visiting Ghats and attend Ganga Aarti

Varanasi

This was a great way to end the day, especially with a boat ride to return to the first ghat. The ceremony was crowded so seating was limited so it was good the guide got me there plenty early.

Quality of Experience

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Transport

Spiritual Exploration of Temples and Ghats in Varanasi

Varanasi

This day included a lot of walking through very narrow and crowded walkways between densely packed buildings. A fantastic experience. And the temple visit was handled very smoothly. All great.

Quality of Experience

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Transport

Sunrise Boat Ride on the River Ganges

Varanasi

This boat ride was an excellent way to start the day, particularly since it started near the place where the sunrise chanting was happening. Amazing. And the boat ride made it much easier to see the full range of ghats along the Ganges.

Quality of Experience

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Transport

Full Day Rishikesh Spiritual Walking Tour with Ganga Aarti

Rishikesh

An excellent day. The guide was especially flexible and also worked very hard to ensure I had the best possible opportunities given his status as an official guide with Incredible India.

Quality of Experience

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Transport

The guides were very good, our guide in Jodhpur was amazing. All of them made us feel safe and comfortable, and we're very knowledgeable on their cities and Indian history. Our driver was as professional as it gets, always focused on our trip, bringing us to some great restaurants. We felt the order of our visits were perfect - starting in Delhi gave us a good introduction and not knowing anything about the other cities, each one brought a new experience and made us say wow each and ever time. We truely enjoyed every visit.

Hotel Reviews

Hotel Suba Palace,

Mumbai

Hotel was under some renovations so may be better soon. Close to India Gate and nice restaurants but gets lost on a side street

Authenticity & Character

Location

Staff

Cleanliness & Comfort

Karohi Haveli

Very neat old hotel with lots of character. It could use a little more attention, especially the pool area.

Authenticity & Character

Great roof top views

Location

Great location for walking around the old town.

Staff

Small but dedicated staff

Cleanliness & Comfort

Devi Bhawan

Jodhpur, Rajasthan

Beautiful grounds, peaceful location. The only thing keeping this from a higher rating would be some room updates.

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Dera Rawatsar

Small boutique hotel that the staff are very proud of and attentive.

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Staff

Cleanliness & Comfort

Grand Mercure Agra

Agra, UP

Decent location, very professional staff, hotel is impressive.

Authenticity & Character

Location

You can see the Taj Mahal. From the roof top pool and bar. Not a lot of walking options nearby.

Staff

Cleanliness & Comfort

Deventure Sarovar Portico

Decent hotel, location is lacking, restaurant was good.

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Location

Staff

Cleanliness & Comfort

Activity Reviews

Mumbai - Elephanta Caves

Mumbai

We had extra time so this was a good filler tour but not a mustbif you are in Mumbai for a short period.

Guided Half Day Tour of Mumbai

Mumbai

To be honest, we weren't expecting much of Mumbai and this was very good. Wish we had more time to go in buildings rather than in and out of the car to look at them from outside.

Udaipur Sightseeing

Udaipur

Udaipur is such an incredible change of pace from the others. This is the one city where more free time to explore is needed since the old town is so walkable.

Jodhpur Sightseeing

Jodhpur

Probably our favorite stop of the trip.

Jaipur Sightseeing Tour

Jaipur

Loves the tour, could have spent more time at the sights. The afternoon time to relax was good because of the heat.

Spiritual Walk in Jaipur

Jaipur

A good late afternoon and evening introction to Jaipur.

Explore Agra Fort in the afternoon and see sunset at the Taj Mahal.

Agra

The Agra Fort was a great startband build up to seeing the Taj Mahal which speaks for itself, amazing. We spent quite a bit of time here and should have spent more.

New Delhi Sightseeing

India

Mostly done from the car, a little more time seeing sites by foot would be nice.

Old Delhi Sightseeing

Delhi

Free Time in Delhi

India

Our free time was only at the hotel. But we arrived late the first day. The second day we would have walked around if we could but the location wasn't good for that.

We are so pleased with our visit arranged by Active India. Everyone with whom we interacted was kind, responsive, and knowledgeable. When we first approached KimKim and Active India, we had a broad idea of what we wanted to do during our trip. Ravi helped refine our itinerary with several iterations, throughout which he showed great patience. This was a quality that we observed during our entire trip by everyone, including our guides Nadim (Delhi), Dheeraj (Agra), and Surya (Jaipur). Together, they made sure that we got the most out of our trip to the Golden Triangle. Our driver, Mr. Chandan, was prompt, efficient, and always in control. We appreciated the communication through WhatsApp during our entire trip. The team even went out of their way to include some birthday treats for my wife, which made her day even more special. There is a lot in India that can overwhelm Western travelers on their first visit, but thanks to Active India, we are already thinking about future trips to explore other parts of this fascinating country.

Great trip, very well organised.
All the guides and drivers were superb.
Excellent communication and support from the team throughout and any issues/questions we had were addressed very quickly.

Hotel Review

The Tigress

Fantastic hotel. Delicious food.

Activity Reviews

Sunrise Boat Ride on Ganges and local Varanasi Sightseeing

Varanasi

Brilliant tour with Ravi.

Visiting Ghats and attend Ganga Aarti

Varanasi

Great ceremony - amazing that it happens every single day.

Transfer to Varanasi Airport

Varanasi

Arrival in Varanasi Airport and Transfer to Hotel

Varanasi

A very warm welcome from Ankit and driver Rakesh.

Experience Kolkata Street Food Tour

Kolkata

Another tasty food tour, with Rabishankar.

Departure transfer from hotel to Paro Airport

Paro

Paro - Hike to Tigernest Monastery aka Taktshang Goemba

Paro

Unbelievable scenery - well worth the climb to get there.

Paro - Chele La pass (3988 m) & hike to Kila nunnery

India

A snowy hike to the nunnery at 12,000 altitude! Spectacular views and a great picnic (below the s online!) on the way back.

Paro - Rinpung Dzong & Ta Dzong

Paro

Unfortunately the museum was closed because of the King’s birthday, but the fort was very interesting and we had a nice gently hike to help get used to the altitude.

Arrival in Paro and transfer to Hotel

Paro

A warm welcome and smooth pick up from Pema and driver Bumdey, who looked after us brilliantly for our whole stay.

Excursion to Wagah Border Ceremony

Amritsar

A fascinating experience.

Visit to Golden Temple (Daytime Visit)

Amritsar

Brilliant tour with Inderjit.

Quality of Experience

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Transport

Evening Experience Mumbai Street Food Tour

Mumbai

Great tour with Peter and driver Ajay

Morning and Afternoon Jeep Safari in Ranthambore National Park

Ranthambore

Stunning scenery and lots of wildlife. We were also lucky enough to see a tiger.

Quality of Experience

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Transport

Old Delhi Evening Street Food Tour

Delhi

Awesome experience - visited so many places with Hemant. Such a variety of delicious food.

I had the most amazing time in India,starting in Delhi,the guide Ganesh greeted me with a warm welcome and took me to meet my driver Brijesh who then drove us to my first hotel,he also stayed with me throughout my entire stay and was very polite,helpful and punctual,Dharmender is a truly passionate guide and showed me the Delhi sights over the next 2 days which are amazing.
In Agra with Ronit who is so knowledgeable,the guru of the Taj Mahal!, totally stunning architecture,so decorative and detailed,great at sunset too,thd most magical day,love my marble elephant and trinket box from the marble factory,so interesting to see all the items made from marble.
Greeted by Sanjay in Jaipur for Happy Holi celebrations,emmersed in a truly amazing lively atmosphere,had a grear time there with Sanjay and his friends,great music and outfit too.
Loved the Hawal Mahal and of course the shopping of shoes,bags and jewellery!
In Jodhpur Anish was very pround to show me around is home city, great clock tower and paintings around the city and an interesting tuk tuk ride! The hotel in Jodhpur was like an oasis in amongst all the hustle,the massage I had was wonderful!
In Udaipur Tej showed me to the evening folk dance show in whoch there was such talented people,the hotel staff were friendly and very helpful, Divya was also full of facts about the city,very interesting.
Ganesh again met me in Delhi to fly back home, he was great getting me to the correct place for my onward journey and gave a great send off.
Aditya was there if I needed any infomation or help during my stay and always got back to me.
Ravi is great! always keeping me informed throught out my Indian journey from booking to arrival greeting,fabulous!
I will recommend your company any use you again,I'm so impressed with your organisation,thank you so much ,nameste Jane.

Hotel Reviews

Kankarwa Haveli

udaipur

Great hotel! Very authentic features,great room,clean,inviting.

Authenticity & Character

Traditional features

Location

Close to some traditional shops

Staff

So helpful

Cleanliness & Comfort

Very clean

Devi Bhawan

Jodhpur, Rajasthan

An absolutely fabulous hotel,like an oasis in the city,I would stay here again,the staff were helpful and friendly,food was very good and my massage was fantastic!

Authenticity & Character

Great gardens and decoration

Location

Tucked away, like an oasis

Staff

So helpful and friendly

Cleanliness & Comfort

Very clean,amazing standards

Khandela Haveli

A great hotel,clean,traditional but modern twists.

Authenticity & Character

Authentic but still modern twists

Location

Near to shops if needed

Staff

Very attentive

Cleanliness & Comfort

So clean,comfy bed,great bathroom

The Retreat

Great hotel,modern but athentic.

Authenticity & Character

Modern but authentic

Location

Great, near shops if needed

Staff

Very helpful and freindly

Cleanliness & Comfort

So clean and bed was comfy

Zone Connect by The Park

Great room,comfy bed,good bathroom,lovely staff.

Authenticity & Character

Loved the decor,modern but authentic.

Location

Loved the location,near to a shopping center which was handy.

Staff

Friendly and professional

Cleanliness & Comfort

Great bed!

Activity Reviews

Udaipur Sightseeing

Udaipur

Great time with Divya,loved the city palace,very interesting,great garden visit too

Quality of Experience

Great history and facts

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Very professional and knowledgeable

Transport

Comfy car

Afternoon visit to Bagore ki Haveli and enjoy a cultural evening of Rajasthani Folk Dance

Udaipur

Fabulous experience! Such talented dances a great evening.

Quality of Experience

Talent of dancers and music

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Friendly and professional

Transport

Comfy car

Jodhpur Sightseeing

Jodhpur

Great tour of Jodhpur,clock tower very interesting,lovely art work on walls

Quality of Experience

Great artworks

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Anish was friendly amd knowledgeable

Transport

Comfy car

Bathe, Paint and Feed- A life-time experience with elephants at Elefantastic

Jaipur

Loved,loved, loved this experience! Such gentleness from a large animal,very magical time with Lakshmi,beautiful eyes,great feeding,painting and bathing.

Quality of Experience

So magical,so much love for these elephants

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Very helpful and knowledgeable staff

Transport

Comfy car

Jaipur Sightseeing Tour

Jaipur

Loved the pink city,very decorative,interesting history too.

Quality of Experience

Shopping with Sanjay-got great shoes.

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Sanjay was very knowledgeable,professional and friendly

Transport

Comfy car

Market Visit

Jaipur

Loved this,great shopping,wonderful items,a sea of colour!

Quality of Experience

Being shown tradional items

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Great friendly guide Sanjay

Transport

Comfy car

Explore the marvelous and historic monument : Agra Fort

Agra

Great fort,very decorative

Quality of Experience

History and facts

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Great guide and driver

Transport

Comfy car

Taj Mahal Sunrise Visit

Agra

I experienced a sunset visit which was magical,never to be forgotten.

Quality of Experience

The knowledge of guide Ronit

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Ronit,very knowledgeable

Transport

Great comfy car

Take a stroll through the historic garden (Mehtab Bagh) for the most magical views of the Taj Mahal by TUK-TUK

Agra

Great electric vehicle ride! Very smooth

Quality of Experience

Taj Mahal with Ronit was quite magical.

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Very knowledgeable guide,good listener also

Transport

Great car, very comfy

New Delhi Sightseeing

India

Great sights! Loved it all

Quality of Experience

Everything was great

Guides, Drivers and Staff

All friendly

Transport

Comfy car

Old Delhi Sightseeing

Delhi

Loved it all!very interesting.

Quality of Experience

Loved the fort

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Very friendly

Transport

Great car

Free Time in Delhi

India

Great free time,much needed after flight,great shopping center around the corner,

Quality of Experience

Organisation of activities

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Great driver,very helpful,friendly and always punctual,great guides,all very knowledgeable and proud about their city.

Transport

Very comfortable and in great condition

The Kim Kim experience was very good and the local specialist Ravi was excellent in handling the itinerary (which we had to modify a number of times), maintained excellent communication prior and throughout the trip.

Hotel Reviews

Fishtail lodge

Pokhara

Authenticity & Character

Location

Staff

Cleanliness & Comfort

The Dwarika’s Hotel

Kathmandu

Hotel, Staff and food were excellent

Authenticity & Character

Location

Staff

Cleanliness & Comfort

Activity Reviews

Kathmandu Free Day

Kathmandu

Quality of Experience

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Transport

Annapurna Foothills Trek & Cultural Village Experience!

Pokhara

Quality of Experience

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Transport

Sunrise from Sarangkot!

Pokhara

Unfortunately, beyond anyone's control it was a foggy morning so views of nice sunrise and the Himalayas were non existent

Quality of Experience

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Transport

Half-Day Pokhara sightseeing!

Pokhara

Quality of Experience

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Transport

Kathmandu - Nagarkot via Bhaktapur

India

Quality of Experience

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Transport

Kathmandu Full Day Sightseeing!

Kathmandu

Quality of Experience

Food

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Transport

Mt Everest Flight!

Kathmandu

We had better views travelling out of Kathmandu on air India.

Quality of Experience

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Our guide Shree was excellent, very knowledgeable and always very punctual and our drivers both in Kathmandu and Pakhora were exceptional.

Transport

Drivers were always on time, vehicles were very comfortable and the driver had to negotiate some very difficult driving conditions

Our Driver for Sikkim Sonam Sherpa was outstanding. He also served as a guide for places where we did not need a senior Guide.
Our Guide for Tsomgo Lake trip ( RUBINA) was excellent and went beyond her responsibilities to guide and assist us in difficult terrain over 12,500 feet. The driver was also skilled in navigating difficult high altitude roads.

The overall support provided by the local agency (Rajat and Santosh Gupta) was very good and they showed flexibility to adjust to our needs.

Hotel Review

The Elgin, Darjeeling Heritage Resort & Spa

Darjeeling

Great experiencing at this authentic boutique property.

Authenticity & Character

Old palace converted into a boutique property.

Location

Staff

Cleanliness & Comfort

Activity Reviews

Gangtok – Excursion to Tsomgo Lake

Gangtok

The excursion to Tsomgo Lake was not as picturesque as expected due to cloudy weather, which I wasn’t fully prepared for. It was a beautiful glacier lake situated at a high altitude, but we were there during a time when the chances of seeing it in its full beauty were low. The planning and support were excellent as the team handled the permits and logistics, but visitors should be informed that during January to early March, the lake might be frozen and covered in snow. It felt like a missed opportunity, and I would have appreciated a heads-up about the typical weather conditions during our visit.

Darjeeling – Tiger Hill Sunrise, Toy Train Ride & Sightseeing

Darjeeling

We covered all the traditional tourist and world heritage sites. One full day was good.

Quality of Experience

Very please and customer centric people

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Customer service

Transport

We can not express how wonderful our intro to India with Wind Horse via Kim Kim was from start to finish! Our lives are quite busy so we handed over the arduous task of trip planning our Golden Triangle and Rajasthan tour to Rajat who gave us multiple options and the flexibility to change itineraries to our liking. India is a large country and our google searches frequently mentioned the need to plan local transport well in advance, so if early planning is not your strong suit, Kim Kim is well worth the money.

Our guide Rahul was friendly, experienced, and knowledgeable answering our probing questions with ease. Flexibility continued to be demonstrated while on our tour, when we decided to deviate from our itinerary with a palm reading. We simply asked Rahul if he knew of a good one and within minutes an appointment was confirmed! Then miraculously we were given the option to attend a polo game since it happened to be polo season and low and behold we also met the maharaja of Jaipur after his play! We were able to push our plans to the next day so we didn’t miss a beat. Rahul even assisted my husband in setting up a romantic birthday dinner. He was just wonderful throughout the entire experience.

During the trip, Rajat checked in on us regularly and was extremely helpful in assisting in delivering my forgotten items at a hotel to our next destination. Our driver Rajendra navigated the wild congested roads of India and got us to our destinations safely and smoothly.

Only thing I would change is the location of the hotels. We tend to like to explore the city at night but many of our hotels while still in the city, were just a bit far on foot from the center. Locations made sense to avoid traffic but this was really on me for not researching with my own needs in mind before confirming the itinerary as the option to change hotels was available.

Because of this experience, I would without a doubt use Wind Horse/Kim Kim again for future plans to India.

We were already happy with the excellent communication w/ActiveIndia before our trip to India Jan.-Feb. 2026. Our confidence was reinforced when we met our local guide in Mumbai, Mr. Suraj and driver, Mr. Sunder and checked into the Suba Palace hotel. Our half day tour of Mumbai, which included seeing the Gate of India, the Victoria Terminus Rail Station, the Gandhi Memorial Museum (Mani Bhavan) on Laburnam Rd. and beautiful city parks, was just enough for us. The Suba Palace hotel was comfortable and accommodating. The next day we were taken to the airport on time & efficiently for the next leg of our India trip, in Delhi. Our IndiGo flight (arranged by ActiveIndia) was also comfortable and efficient. At the Delhi airport we were met by the Delhi ActiveIndia office representative, Adarsh, and our driver for the next week, Mr. Rajesh. Both were friendly and accommodating. We met our local Delhi guide, Nadim Akhtar, at our Delhi hotel, The Colonel’s Retreat, for a quick tour of the Lodi Gardens. Due to the very heavy traffic & our limited time, it appeared we did not see all the planned Delhi highlights, but we did see the most impressive Mahatma Gandhi memorial. As a gardener, I was most touched by the beautiful pollinator gardens and the thousands of bees and butterflies as much as the monuments!
We liked that all our hotels provided a delicious breakfast and most had a restaurant on site. The Colonel’s Retreat was able to accommodate our request for dinner even tho’ we returned from sightseeing after 8 pm.
The next day we got to know our driver Mr. Rajesh, as the trip to Agra was long. We appreciated his skilled driving and he and ActiveIndia selected the perfect places for refreshing rest stops (often with fun shopping opportunities!) In fact, we appreciated the quality and atmosphere of all the places our ActiveIndia guides took us to shop.
In Agra we met our local guide, Mr. Ajay Gupta, there at the hotel, Da Bungalow. Da Bungalow was a quiet and relaxing place to stay, even tho’ we stayed only one night. Mr. Gupta took us to the impressive Agra Fort first, from which we got our first breathtaking glimpse of the Taj Mahal. Mr. Gupta was a premier guide, showing us the detail of the artwork & craftsmanship with local pride and insight. Thanks to him we got lovely “sunset” photos at the Taj to send home to friends & family.
After breakfast the next morning we left Agra for The Abhaneri Stepwell. There, Mr. Rajesh handed us off to a cheerful and knowledgeable local guide for about an hour and we were mesmerized by both the well and the Harshat Mata temple a few steps away. The well, also called the Chand Baori, it was truly a wonder to behold. Then we continued on to Jaipur! In Jaipur, we stayed for 2 nights at the most charming Traditional Haveli, but as soon as we checked in, our Jaipur guide, Mr. Sanjay Safaya, whisked us away to the Laxmi Narayan temple to witness the Aarti ceremony. It was well worth the the rush! In fact, everything Mr. Safaya showed us and introduced us to was marvelous. We especially loved the Jaipur Flower and Vegetable Market in the old part of Jaipur, as well as the City Palace and the Jantar Mantar solar observatory. At the end of a marvelous day of incredible sightseeing, we said a fond “good-by” to Mr. Safaya. We ended our day with a cooking class & dinner with Usha & IV Inder Vigi Singh, a local family. It was really special to learn about their family history and current life in Jaipur.
Our drive to Jodhpur was long, but Mr. Rajesh was very capable and guided us to a good place for lunch! In Jodhpur we enjoyed the lovely Pal Haveli even if only for one night. Our guide there, Mr. Raghunath, was also personable, knowledgeable and easy to communicate with.
The next day we set off for Udaipur and another day & a half of wonderful sightseeing. We stayed 2 nights at the beautiful Karohi Haveli near Lake Pichola, and met our Udaipur guide, Mr. Gajraj there late Sunday afternoon. He & Mr. Rajesh were able to get us to the 6pm show of the Dharohar Dance company at another haveli, Bagore Ki Haveli. That was colorful, but I would have liked to see more of the dancers & marionettes and less of tourists dancing with them! The highlight of our next day in Udaipur was their City Palace & Museum, plus the Courtyard of the Maidens garden . We also liked the Jagdish Temple, where we could take photos & record a short segment of the worship service.
Finishing off our 2nd day in Udaipur, we took a boat ride on beautiful Lake Pichola. It was wonderful to view the city’s skyline from the water.
All in all, we really appreciated all our guides and ESPECIALLY our driver Mr. Rajesh from Delhi to Udaipur (Mon. Feb. 2 through Tues. Feb. 17). We thought all our hotels were a very good value and the personnel at each place were kind and super-hospitable. I appreciated having the written materials ActiveIndia provided. The only negatives we experienced were the heavy traffic and VERY long distances between Delhi-Agra-Jaipur-Jodhpur-Udaipur. But that was our ignorance of India, not your agency’s fault. In fact, ActiveIndia provided us with a well-curated and sanitized journey overall. Please convey our appreciation to all your staff and participating businesses. We will refer our friends and family to ActiveIndia and hope to return to India someday, ourselves.

Hotel Review

Hotel Suba Palace,

Mumbai

Although the photo provided was NOT at all like the urban gem we encountered, we liked the location, service and amenities provided. We enjoyed viewing the harbor from the roof top restaurant during tea time.

Authenticity & Character

Very comfortable.

Location

Close to the Gate of India and incredible street-level shopping.

Staff

Recommended a good local restaurant with lots of character.

Cleanliness & Comfort

This was a good introduction to Indian hospitality.

Activity Reviews

Spiritual Walk in Jaipur

Jaipur

The Spiritual Walk in Jaipur was a truly unique experience. The tour guide, a local with excellent English and deep knowledge of the area, provided an incredible amount of detail and fascinating insights. The highlight was undoubtedly our visit to the flower market, where we were showered with flowers. Having experienced markets worldwide, India's public markets were a vibrant and special experience, leaving us with delightful memories.

Explore Agra Fort in the afternoon and see sunset at the Taj Mahal.

Agra

We really loved seeing the Taj Mahal with a local guide who could take us to good spots for fantastic photos. His knowledge and pride in the workmanship was inspiring.

Quality of Experience

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Transport

AC & USB charging capacity.

New Delhi Sightseeing

India

I really liked the Mahatma Gandhi Memorial. The pollinator gardens there were a moving tribute to Gandhi’s work with rural honey production.

Quality of Experience

Getting to spend thoughtful time at the memorials.

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Transport

Ac & USB charging capacity.

Old Delhi Sightseeing

Delhi

We only wish we had more time to view monuments and less rime in traffic!

Cooking Class, and Dinner with Local Family

Jaipur

Very gracious welcome by a local family who shared both their home and family lore/history in Jaipur.

Quality of Experience

Listing to IV’s family stories!

Food

Really enjoyed watching Usha in her kitchen and asking her questions about the ingredients and cooking methods.

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Guided Half Day Tour of Mumbai

Mumbai

Standing on the balcony where Mahatma Gandhi stood, at his friend’s house on Laburnum Rd., was quite profound.

Quality of Experience

Great local guide. Very knowledgeable and fun.

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Driver was skilled and made us comfortable.

Transport

Good AC!

Jaipur Sightseeing Tour

Jaipur

Really enjoyed the Jaipur Flower (& Vegetable) Market.

Quality of Experience

Local guide’s perspective, knowledge & warm enthusiasm.

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Very patient with heavy traffic. Selected great places for rest stops.

Transport

Comfortable car w/ AC and USB for charging our phones!

Rajat, thank you very much for the trip!
Everything was planned perfectly, making our India experience truly impeccable!
Your travel services were outstanding, and the entire team — including the guides, drivers, and support staff — was professional, responsive, flexible, and exceptionally polite throughout.
The overall level of service was exemplary!

Activity Reviews

Arrival at Mumbai Airport – Transfer to Hotel

Mumbai

Quality of Experience

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Transport

Transfer from Hotel to Goa Dabolim Airport

Goa

Quality of Experience

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Transport

Arrival at Goa Dabolim Airport – Transfer to Hotel

Goa

Quality of Experience

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Transport

Jaipur City Tour

Jaipur

Quality of Experience

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Transport

Visit Amber Fort & Palace

Jaipur

Quality of Experience

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Transport

Visit Agra Fort

Agra

Quality of Experience

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Transport

Half Day Mumbai City Orientation Tour

Mumbai

Quality of Experience

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Transport

Visit to Taj Mahal at Sunrise

Agra

Quality of Experience

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Transport

We had a fantastic trip organized by Ravi and Idityah Tikoo with Active India Holidays. This was our second Kim Kim trip, and we are heading on a third next month. We so appreciate the Kim Kim platform for ease of communication in planning and for their excellent vetting of tour providers. The trip Ravi planned was excellent. The coordination and local knowledge at every stop was really impressive. I remember at one point, stepping out into the wonderful chaos on the street outside of the Taj Mahal and our driver, Mr. Singh, zooming in to pick us up without missing a beat. The traffic is absolutely insane in India and our group marveled at how all our guides coordinated with Mr. Singh for inexplicably perfect transfers. Mr. Singh was a hero -- an impressive, friendly and safe driver (not to be underestimated with the traffic. I might also add that he was brave!). Other guides and helpers that we appreciated were Adarsh in Delhi (who in our last hours in India, late at night, made sure we caught showers and dinner as we were heading to the airport for our long flights home), Dharmendra (we loved Delhi with the Sikh Temple as one of the highlights), Gaj in Udaipur (a master of tricky Udaipur traffic along with Mr. Singh), Sanjay (for a wonderful time in Jaipur, including a wander through the flower market), Ronit (so knowledgable about Agra and the Taj -- not to be missed!) and finally, Mohan in Varanasi (what a great tour of a mind-blowing city). We really wouldn't have changed anything in our itinerary. We really enjoyed all the historic hotels. Restaurant choices were really good and we all stayed healthy. Thank you so much, Ravi & Co! All your choices were spot on. Five stars!

Hotel Reviews

Brijrama Palace

Dashashwamedh, Uttar Pradesh

Absolutely stunning. Loved everything about this hotel. Amazing location in a gorgeous old palace. We couldn't get enough of watching monkeys scale the building across from our room window. This was our last hotel of the trip and we highly recommend it. Great restaurant. Varanasi was perfect as the last stop -- top India!

Authenticity & Character

Central position, completely historic, beautifully restored, a literal palace on a ghat. The best views. Wow!

Location

The absolute best!

Staff

Cleanliness & Comfort

ITC Mughal

Agra

This hotel was excellent for us and a departure from the heritage hotels to which we usually gravitate. Air quality in December was challenging, and we welcomed a very up-to-date hotel for its modern HVAC system. We didn't have a problem with air quality in the other hotels over the course of our trip, but it was nice to have a bit of a modern reset at this hotel. It's big, it's shiny, it has a huge breakfast buffet. Good choice.

Authenticity & Character

Location

Staff

Cleanliness & Comfort

Alsisar Haveli

Jaipur

We ended up at a different hotel (Shahpura House) for some reason. We had no issue with the change. Shahpura House was a lovely heritage hotel in a great location.

Authenticity & Character

Location

Staff

Cleanliness & Comfort

Hotel Amet Haveli

Beautiful hotel, worth taking the time to wander around. Sunrise over the lake from our room was really special. I feel like we had particularly good rooms for that (thanks, Ravi!). The restaurant patio is lakeside and stunning. We enjoyed watching the early morning bathers and swimmers while eating breakfast. Good breakfast buffet with made-to-order dosa. We had the craziest, most memorable tuk tuk ride through the narrow streets to get back to the hotel one evening. Loved it!

Authenticity & Character

Really charming.

Location

Beautiful!

Staff

Cleanliness & Comfort

Haveli Dharampura

Delhi

LOVED this hotel. Building is absolutely gorgeous. Head to the rooftop for kite flying and monkey watching -- magical. Restaurant was excellent and the staff could not have been more helpful or kind.

Authenticity & Character

Location

Staff

Cleanliness & Comfort

Hotel Pride Plaza Aerocity

Delhi

We arrived late at night and stayed out near the airport for convenience on the first night. This hotel worked well for that purpose. After breakfast, we headed to our historic Delhi hotel.

Authenticity & Character

Nothing to improve. Good choice for an airport hotel.

Location

Just a few minutes from the airport.

Staff

Staff was kind and helpful.

Cleanliness & Comfort

Good, modern hotel.

Activity Reviews

Visit to Sarnath

Varanasi

This was our last walkabout before catching our flight back to Delhi. It was relaxing and interesting.

Quality of Experience

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Transport

City Tour of Varanasi

Varanasi

Quality of Experience

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Transport

Sunrise River Trip Over Ganges and walk along the historical Ghats of Varanasi

Varanasi

A must. Defies explanation. This was one of the highlights of a trip filled with great moments.

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Guides, Drivers and Staff

Transport

Evening Aarti (Prayer Ceremony) in Varanasi

Varanasi

Our guide Mohan took us to a great viewing location. Afterwards we laughed at where we would have ended up without him. The crowd at the nightly ceremony is huge. We had a perfect, comfortable bird's-eye view.

Quality of Experience

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Transport

Explore the marvelous and historic monument : Agra Fort

Agra

So impressive. Our guide was very knowledgeable.

Quality of Experience

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Transport

Take a stroll through the historic garden (Mehtab Bagh) for the most magical views of the Taj Mahal by TUK-TUK

Agra

The Taj Mahal was jaw-dropping. We weren't prepared for how impressive it actually is in person. You really have to see it to believe it and appreciate it.

Quality of Experience

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Transport

Cooking Class, and Dinner with Local Family

Jaipur

What a lovely, kind family. This was a really interesting evening that we all enjoyed.

Quality of Experience

Food

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Transport

Jaipur - Half Day Sightseeing : Amer fort

Jaipur

Beautiful! Loved all of it, especially the Mirror Palace. It must be incredible to see at night.

Quality of Experience

Transport

Bathe, Paint and Feed- A life-time experience with elephants at Elefantastic

Jaipur

Quality time with elephants. Our group loved this. The elephants are well cared for and loved.

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Guides, Drivers and Staff

Transport

Jaipur - Half Day City Tour

Jaipur

Flower market was awesome! Great city tour.

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Guides, Drivers and Staff

Transport

Excursion to Chittorgarh

Udaipur

Chittorgarh was very interesting but also very crowded. Traffic was tough. We had fun and even enjoyed the traffic jam from our tuk tuk.

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Guides, Drivers and Staff

Transport

Visit to Jagmandir Island and Sunset Boat Ride On Lake Pichola

Udaipur

We were not able to do this activity due to crowds. It was busy! Our guide Gaj suggested an alternative and we were happy with the change.

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Guides, Drivers and Staff

Transport

Udaipur Sightseeing

Udaipur

Quality of Experience

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Transport

Afternoon visit to Bagore ki Haveli and enjoy a cultural evening of Rajasthani Folk Dance

Udaipur

This was fun. We got up and danced.

Quality of Experience

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Transport

New Delhi Sightseeing

India

Quality of Experience

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Transport

Street Food Tour

Delhi

Our group of 5 stayed healthy on this trip, and we attribute that to being directed to reputable restaurants and sticking to the advice on how to eat safely as a tourist. It was really nice to be able to try some street food that we would have avoided without a guide.

Quality of Experience

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We had a fantastic trip to Kerala, visiting Kochi, Munnar, Thekkady, and Alappuzha. Everything was very well organised by Wind Horse Tours / Rajat, and the itinerary flowed smoothly.

We really appreciated how flexible and responsive they were—when we requested a guide, they quickly arranged one for us, which made the experience even better.

Special mention to our driver Jibbin, who was extremely accommodating, calm, and great with our two youngest boys—he made the long drives very comfortable and stress-free.

Overall, it was a relaxing and memorable trip. Would definitely recommend Wind Horse Tours / Rajat for a well-planned and family-friendly Kerala holiday