North India Tour
Five routes. Pick yours.
Most North India tours start with the Golden Triangle — Delhi, Agra and Jaipur — and then add one more world: the Ganges at Rishikesh, the Golden Temple and the Tibetan hills of Dharamshala, the Himalaya of Shimla and Manali, or Kashmir. Here are our five published routes side by side, with what each costs, how long it takes and when it works best.
- 5 routes 4 to 12 days, all private
- from US$299 per person, two sharing
- Car + driver your own, private — no group bus
- 20% deposit full refund within 48 h
What is the best North India tour package?
Most North India tours combine the Golden Triangle (Delhi, Agra, Jaipur) with one add-on: Rishikesh, the Himalayas (Shimla and Manali), Amritsar and Dharamshala, or Kashmir. Suzu Travels runs them as private trips with your own car and driver, from US$299 per person for 4 days to US$1,099 for 12 days. A 20% deposit books your dates.
Talk to a real person: our team in Himachal answers 9 am–9 pm IST (UTC+5:30), usually within 2 hours. Message us on WhatsApp +91 70874 88961 or email info@suzutravels.com.
Five North India routes side by side
Every route is private: your own air-conditioned car and English-speaking driver, comfortable 3-star hotels with breakfast, and a plan built around your dates. The prices are our published “from” rates per person, two sharing.
Our five North India routes from 4 to 12 days — per person, indicative, private car and driver on every route.
| Route | Days | Places | Highlights | From (per person) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Golden Triangle | 4 days | Delhi · Agra · Jaipur | Taj Mahal at sunrise, Agra Fort, Amber Fort | US$299 |
| Classic Golden Triangle | 6 days / 5 nights | Delhi · Agra · Jaipur | Taj Mahal at sunrise and Agra Fort; Amber Fort, City Palace and Hawa Mahal; Old Delhi rickshaw ride and Humayun’s Tomb | US$449 |
| Golden Triangle + Rishikesh & Haridwar | 8 days / 7 nights | Delhi · Agra · Jaipur · Haridwar · Rishikesh | Ganga Aarti at Har Ki Pauri; Laxman Jhula and riverside ashrams; optional yoga class or river rafting | US$649 |
| Golden Triangle + Kashmir | 10 days / 9 nights | Delhi · Agra · Jaipur · Srinagar · Gulmarg · Pahalgam | Night on a Dal Lake houseboat, shikara ride, Mughal Gardens, Gulmarg Gondola — read the travel advice below first | US$899 |
| Golden Temple & Himalayas | 10 days / 9 nights | Delhi · Amritsar · Dharamshala · Manali | Golden Temple and Wagah border ceremony; McLeod Ganj, home of the Dalai Lama; Himalayan views from Manali; Agra on request | US$949 |
| Golden Triangle + Himalayas | 12 days / 11 nights | Delhi · Agra · Jaipur · Shimla · Manali | UNESCO toy train to Shimla (seasonal); Solang Valley, Atal Tunnel and Old Manali; colonial Shimla | US$1,099 |
“From” prices are per person for two travellers sharing a room in comfortable 3-star hotels, with a private car and driver and daily breakfast. International flights and the Delhi–Srinagar flight are not included. Solo, family and 4-star, 5-star or heritage hotel quotes are sent in US dollars. Longer trips, Varanasi, Ladakh or Spiti are quoted on request.
Which North India route fits you?
Start from what you most want to see, then from how many days you have.
Short on time, first visit
The Golden Triangle in 4 or 6 days: Delhi, the Taj Mahal in Agra and Jaipur’s forts. The Taj Mahal is closed on Fridays and opens 30 minutes before sunrise, so we build the days around it. See the Golden Triangle tour.
Yoga, rivers and temples
+ Rishikesh & Haridwar in 8 days. Rishikesh is often called the yoga capital of the world; Jolly Grant airport near Dehradun is about 20 km away. Our Rishikesh guide explains how to choose a retreat.
Mountains, snow and the toy train
+ Himalayas in 12 days: Shimla is about 370 km (230 mi) from Delhi and Manali 260 km (162 mi) beyond. Ride the UNESCO Kalka–Shimla toy train when it is running. We are a Himachal company — this is home.
Sikh and Tibetan India
Golden Temple & Himalayas in 10 days: the Golden Temple (Sri Harmandir Sahib) at the heart of Sikhism, where visitors can join the Langar community meal; then McLeod Ganj, seat of the Tibetan Government in exile, and Manali.
Lakes and meadows
+ Kashmir in 10 days: Dal Lake, Gulmarg and Pahalgam. Read the UK and US government advice in the section below before you choose this route.
Not sure yet?
Tell us your dates and interests and we will suggest a route. Our two-week itinerary and the blog post on 2- and 3-week North India routes show longer combinations.
When each route works best
North India spans desert, river plains and the Himalaya, so the best month depends on the route.
| Part of the route | Best months | Watch out for |
|---|---|---|
| Delhi, Agra, Jaipur and Rajasthan | October to March | May is very hot in Rajasthan (highs of 43–46 °C / 109–115 °F). The monsoon reaches Delhi around late June and withdraws around late September. |
| Shimla and Manali | March to June and September to November; snow December to February | Shimla gets about 40 cm (16 in) of snow in each of January and February; nights near 0 °C (32 °F). Rohtang Pass closes with snow from late November until about May — the Atal Tunnel keeps Manali connected. |
| Rishikesh, Amritsar, Dharamshala | Outside the monsoon | The UK FCDO notes the monsoon usually runs from June to October, with landslides in the hills; we plan daytime drives and avoid fog. |
| Kashmir | See the travel advice below before choosing any month | Government advisories, not the weather, are the main question for this route. |
Month-by-month detail: best time to visit India and best time to visit Himachal.
Before you choose the Kashmir route
The UK FCDO advises against all travel to Jammu & Kashmir (including Srinagar, Gulmarg and Pahalgam) and the US State Department rates it ‘Level 4: Do not travel’ (FCDO checked 7 Nov 2026; US State Department checked 25 Oct 2026). Your travel insurance may not cover you. Read your government’s advice before you choose this route.
If you would rather not go to Kashmir, the Golden Temple & Himalayas route or the Golden Triangle + Himalayas route give you snow, mountain valleys and McLeod Ganj, home of the Dalai Lama, in Himachal Pradesh instead. Our Kashmir guide has the full advisory detail.
What every route includes — and what it doesn't
Included
Private air-conditioned car and driver, comfortable 3-star hotels with daily breakfast (two sharing), and the sightseeing plan in the route card.
Not included
International flights and the Delhi–Srinagar flight. Anything else — monument tickets, guides, extra meals — is listed in your written quote, so you see it before you pay.
Private, not group
We run private tours only: your own car, your own pace, no strangers on the bus. Start any day that suits you.
Upgrade or change
4-star, 5-star or heritage hotels, a solo or family quote, extra days or another region — all quoted in US dollars on request.
How booking a North India tour with us works
You deal with the same small team from the first message to the last day.
- Tell us your dates and the routeOn WhatsApp or by email: when you arrive, how many of you, which route (or “not sure”) and the hotel level you want.
- Get a day-by-day plan and a US-dollar quoteWhat is included and excluded is written down. Change anything you like — nothing is paid yet.
- Pay the 20% depositThe deposit locks your dates and price. Pay by card or PayPal (the full terms are below).
- Before the tripYour driver’s name, photo and car number are shared with you before the trip, with our office number in Himachal.
- On arrivalYour driver meets you at arrivals in Delhi and the trip begins. Our office in Himachal is a phone call away the whole time.
Who you are booking with
We are a small travel company based in Himachal Pradesh, in the Himalaya north of Delhi, founded in 2019. We plan every trip ourselves and answer the phone ourselves. Your driver’s name, photo and car number are shared with you before the trip.
HP Tourism registered travel agent · Reg. No. DTO-MND-11-243/2022 — see our certificates.
Comparing companies? Our guide on how to choose a travel agency in India lists the checks to make — with us or anyone else.
Prices
Our published North India routes. Every price is per person, two sharing, indicative, and confirmed on your quote.
| Option | From | What it covers |
|---|---|---|
| Golden Triangle — 4 days (Delhi · Agra · Jaipur) | from US$299 | Per person, two sharing: comfortable 3-star hotels with breakfast, private car and driver. International flights not included. |
| Classic Golden Triangle — 6 days / 5 nights | from US$449 | Per person, two sharing: comfortable 3-star hotels with breakfast, private car, driver and local guides. International flights not included. |
| Golden Triangle + Rishikesh & Haridwar — 8 days / 7 nights | from US$649 | Per person, two sharing: comfortable 3-star hotels with breakfast, private car and driver. International flights not included. |
| Golden Triangle + Kashmir — 10 days / 9 nights | from US$899 | Per person, two sharing: comfortable 3-star hotels with breakfast, private car and driver. International flights and the Delhi–Srinagar flight not included. Read the travel advice above first. |
| Golden Temple & Himalayas — 10 days / 9 nights (Delhi · Amritsar · Dharamshala · Manali) | from US$949 | Per person, two sharing: comfortable 3-star hotels with breakfast, private car and driver. International flights not included; Agra on request. |
| Golden Triangle + Himalayas — 12 days / 11 nights (Delhi · Agra · Jaipur · Shimla · Manali) | from US$1,099 | Per person, two sharing: comfortable 3-star hotels with breakfast, private car and driver; UNESCO toy train to Shimla (seasonal, where running). International flights not included. |
| Longer trips, Varanasi, Ladakh, Spiti, upgraded hotels | on request | Quoted in US dollars with a day-by-day plan |
Prices are per person in US dollars, indicative for the season shown, and confirmed on your quote. Taxes included; international flights excluded.
Booking terms (20% deposit, 48-hour refund window) are stated once, under Plan it with a local.
Questions travellers ask
Which North India tour is best for a first visit?
If you have about a week, the classic 6-day Golden Triangle (Delhi, Agra, Jaipur). If you have 12 days, add the Himalayas — Shimla and Manali — for a complete contrast of Mughal monuments and mountains.
How many days do I need for North India?
Four days is the minimum for the Golden Triangle. Allow 8 days to add Rishikesh and Haridwar, and 10–12 days to add Amritsar, Dharamshala or the Himalayas.
When is the best time for a North India tour?
October to March for Delhi, Agra and Rajasthan. For Shimla and Manali, March to June and September to November, or December to February if you want snow. The monsoon runs roughly late June to late September in Delhi.
How much does a North India tour cost?
Our published private routes start from US$299 per person for 4 days and go up to US$1,099 for 12 days, two sharing, with 3-star hotels, breakfast and a private car and driver. Longer or upgraded trips are quoted on request.
Are these private tours or group tours?
Private only. You have your own car and English-speaking driver for the whole trip, and you choose the start date.
How do I pay, and what if I cancel?
A 20% deposit locks your dates and price; it is fully refunded if you cancel within 48 hours of paying. The balance is due before the trip. You pay by card via Razorpay (international cards accepted) or PayPal.
Is Kashmir safe to visit now?
The UK FCDO advises against all travel to Jammu & Kashmir and the US State Department rates it Level 4: Do not travel (FCDO checked 7 Nov 2026). Travel insurance may not cover you. Read your government’s advice first; our Himachal routes are an alternative.
Can you add Varanasi or Ladakh?
Yes, on request. Tell us your dates and we will quote a longer route in US dollars.
Tell us your dates — we'll suggest the right route
When you arrive, how many of you, and what you most want to see. You get a day-by-day plan and a US-dollar quote from our office in Himachal, then decide.
We usually reply within 2 hours, 9 am–9 pm IST (UTC+5:30). Email info@suzutravels.com if you don’t use WhatsApp.
Booking: A 20% deposit locks your dates and price. Full refund if you cancel within 48 hours of paying. Pay by card (Razorpay, international cards accepted) or PayPal; the balance is due before the trip.
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Keep exploring
Sources
- Taj Mahal official site (ASI) — timings and Friday closure
- District Shimla, Government of Himachal Pradesh — how to reach
- Himachal Tourism — Dharamshala, Manali
- Incredible India — Amritsar
- UK FCDO — India travel advice (updated 7 Oct 2026)
- US State Department — India travel advisory
Written by the Suzu Travels team in Himachal Pradesh, India. Facts checked 7 Nov 2026. Prices, visa rules and road conditions change — we re-check this page regularly; ask us before you book.
