Tours to India from UK
Fly in from the UK. We take it from there.
Most UK brochures sell India as a coach group with flights in pounds. We are the other option: a small, local company in Himachal Pradesh that plans a private trip with your own car and driver, while you book your own flight from the UK. Here is what that means for a British traveller — visas, flights, protection, paying and the time difference.
- Private trips your own car and driver — not a coach
- from US$299 per person, land only
- LHR → Delhi non-stop flights on Air India
- 20% deposit full refund within 48 h
How do I book a tour to India from the UK?
Book your flight to Delhi (non-stop from Heathrow), apply for your own e-Visa at indianvisaonline.gov.in, and book the India part direct with a local company. Suzu Travels, based in Himachal, runs private car-and-driver tours from US$299 to US$1,099 per person (land only). A 20% deposit by UK card or PayPal locks 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.
A UK group tour or a private trip with a local company?
Both are reasonable choices. They are simply different products, and it helps to know which one you are comparing.
UK escorted group tour
Usually a coach group on fixed dates, with flights included and priced in pounds. Sold in the UK, so the flight-inclusive package is ATOL protected (see below).
Private trip with us
Your own car and driver, your own dates and pace, no strangers on the bus. We arrange the India part — car and driver, stays and guides — and you book the flight yourself.
Small group tours?
We do not run group tours. If you were searching for “small group tours to India from the UK”, a private trip for two is the smallest group there is — and you set the start date.
Who plans it
Our own team in Himachal Pradesh, in the Himalaya north of Delhi. You talk to the people who plan the trip, before and during it.
Our routes for travellers from the UK
These are the same published routes as on our India tours page, shown in US dollars. For the full side-by-side comparison of places and seasons, see North India tour packages.
| Route | Days | From (per person, land only) |
|---|---|---|
| Golden Triangle — Delhi · Agra · Jaipur | 4 days | US$299 |
| Classic Golden Triangle | 6 days | US$449 |
| Golden Triangle + Rishikesh | 8 days | US$649 |
| Golden Triangle + Kashmir — read the FCDO advice below first | 10 days | US$899 |
| Golden Temple & Himalayas | 10 days | US$949 |
| Golden Triangle + Himalayas | 12 days | US$1,099 |
| Char Dham Yatra — see Char Dham for NRIs | varies | US$799 |
Every “from” price is per person and land only: it excludes international flights, the visa fee, travel insurance and entry tickets unless your quote says otherwise. Prices are quoted in US dollars; your UK card is charged in your own currency by your bank.
UK travel advice on Kashmir
The UK FCDO advises against all travel to the Union Territory of Jammu & Kashmir — including Srinagar, Gulmarg, Pahalgam and Sonamarg — except air travel to and within Jammu city (FCDO advice updated 7 Oct 2026, checked 7 Nov 2026). Travel insurance may not cover you where the FCDO advises against travel.
Want snow and mountain valleys instead? The Golden Temple & Himalayas and Golden Triangle + Himalayas routes stay in Himachal Pradesh, our home state. Always check gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/india before you travel.
Visa, passport and arrival card for British travellers
Entry rules as summarised by the UK FCDO (checked 9 Nov 2026); confirm before you travel.
- You need a visaThe FCDO says you must have a visa to visit India unless you are an Overseas Citizen of India (OCI). Most visitors use the e-Visa.
- Apply yourself, on the official siteWe are not a visa agency. Apply yourself, only at the official site indianvisaonline.gov.in — beware look-alike sites that charge extra. Apply at least 4 days before you arrive; the fee depends on your nationality, so check the official fee table. Our e-Visa guide walks through the form.
- Check your passportIt must expire at least 6 months after the date you arrive and have at least 2 blank pages (FCDO).
- Fill in the e-Arrival cardForeign nationals must complete an e-arrival card online before reaching immigration; you can do it up to 72 hours before arrival. It is not a visa.
- HealthConsult your doctor; see TravelHealthPro or NHS Fit for Travel well before you go.
Flights from the UK
Air India flies non-stop between London Heathrow and Delhi. For winter 2026–27 it ended its Amritsar–London Gatwick flights (from 25 Oct 2026) and Delhi–Birmingham flights (from 4 Nov 2026), and Amritsar–Birmingham may be paused (schedule changes reported October 2026). Schedules change each season, so check the airline for this season’s timetable before you plan.
All our routes begin in Delhi, so Delhi is the natural arrival airport; for the Golden Temple & Himalayas route, Amritsar works too. Tell us your flight times and your driver meets you at arrivals.
We do not sell flights. Book them with the airline or a UK agent, then send us the times — we build the days around them.
ATOL, in plain English
We arrange the India part of your trip (car and driver, stays, guides) and do not sell flights. ATOL protection (UK Civil Aviation Authority) applies to flight-inclusive package holidays sold in the UK, so it does not apply to our land arrangements. Your protection with us is the booking terms below — and we recommend travel insurance from the day you book.
The CAA describes ATOL as a scheme that protects travellers and their money if the travel operator they booked with ceases trading — and notes that ATOL does not cover situations such as cancelled flights. Our India travel insurance guide explains what to look for in a policy.
How booking from the UK works
You deal with the same small team from the first message to the last day.
- Message us with your datesOn WhatsApp or by email: when you land, how many of you, and the route (or “not sure”). Our office works on India time — see the clock above.
- Get a day-by-day plan and a US-dollar quoteWhat is included and excluded is written down. Change anything — nothing is paid yet.
- Pay the 20% deposit by card or PayPalPay with your UK card through Razorpay (international cards accepted) or PayPal; your bank converts the US-dollar amount to pounds.
- 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 and the trip begins. Our office 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 — not a UK brochure brand. 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. Cities can be busy: the FCDO says to be cautious in tourist areas, where scammers, pickpockets and ticket touts target foreign nationals.
Prices
Our published routes, in US dollars. Every price is per person, indicative, and confirmed on your quote.
| Option | From | What it covers |
|---|---|---|
| Golden Triangle — 4 days | from US$299 | Per person, land only: private car and driver. Excludes international flights, visa fee, insurance and entry tickets unless stated. |
| Classic Golden Triangle — 6 days | from US$449 | Per person, land only. Excludes international flights, visa fee, insurance and entry tickets unless stated. |
| Golden Triangle + Rishikesh — 8 days | from US$649 | Per person, land only. Excludes international flights, visa fee, insurance and entry tickets unless stated. |
| Golden Triangle + Kashmir — 10 days | from US$899 | Per person, land only. Read the FCDO advice above first. Excludes international and domestic flights, visa fee, insurance and entry tickets unless stated. |
| Golden Temple & Himalayas — 10 days | from US$949 | Per person, land only. Excludes international flights, visa fee, insurance and entry tickets unless stated. |
| Golden Triangle + Himalayas — 12 days | from US$1,099 | Per person, land only. Excludes international flights, visa fee, insurance and entry tickets unless stated. |
| Longer trips, other regions, upgraded stays | 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
Do British citizens need a visa for India?
Yes, unless you are an Overseas Citizen of India (OCI), says the UK FCDO. Most visitors apply for the e-Visa themselves at the official site indianvisaonline.gov.in, at least 4 days before arrival — beware look-alike sites that charge extra. We are not a visa agency.
What passport validity do I need for India?
The FCDO says your passport must expire at least 6 months after the date you arrive and have at least 2 blank pages. You also fill in an online e-arrival card within 72 hours before landing; it is not a visa.
Which UK airports have non-stop Air India flights to India?
London Heathrow, to Delhi. Other airlines also fly from the UK, so compare options. For winter 2026–27 Air India ended its Amritsar–Gatwick (25 Oct 2026) and Delhi–Birmingham (4 Nov 2026) flights, and Amritsar–Birmingham may be paused. Schedules change each season, so check the airline for this season’s timetable.
Is my India tour ATOL protected?
Not with us. ATOL applies to flight-inclusive package holidays sold in the UK. We arrange only the India part (car and driver, stays, guides) and do not sell flights, so ATOL does not apply. Your protection is our booking terms — 20% deposit, full refund within 48 hours — and we recommend travel insurance from the day you book.
What is the time difference between the UK and India?
India Standard Time is UTC+5:30 with no daylight saving, so India is 5 hours 30 minutes ahead of the UK in winter (GMT) and 4 hours 30 minutes ahead in summer (BST).
Can I pay from the UK?
Yes. Prices are quoted in US dollars and you pay by card through Razorpay (international cards accepted) or PayPal; your bank charges your UK card in pounds. A 20% deposit locks your dates and price, with a full refund if you cancel within 48 hours of paying.
Why book with a local company instead of a UK tour operator?
It is a different product: a private trip with your own car and driver, your own dates and pace, planned by the team that runs it. A UK escorted tour gives you a group, fixed dates and flights in one package. Our guide on how to choose a travel agency in India lists the checks to make with anyone.
When is the best time to visit India from the UK?
October to March suits Delhi, Agra and Rajasthan. The FCDO notes severe air pollution in North Indian cities, especially from October to February, so check air quality if you have breathing problems. Our best time to visit India guide goes month by month.
Flying from the UK? Tell us your dates
When you land, 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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Sources
- GOV.UK — India entry requirements (FCDO, updated 30 Oct 2026)
- GOV.UK — India travel advice (FCDO)
- Official Indian e-Visa portal
- UK Civil Aviation Authority — What is ATOL?
- Air India — UK connectivity this winter (press release, 9 Oct 2025)
- AirHelp — Air India to end 4 European routes from 25 October 2026 (updated 19 Oct 2026)
Written by the Suzu Travels team in Himachal Pradesh, India. Facts checked 9 Nov 2026. Prices, visa rules and road conditions change — we re-check this page regularly; ask us before you book.
