My experience of the Bhavana tour of Southern India was brilliant. Everything had been thought of carefully, from pre tour preparations - like timely reminders of getting jabs - help getting visas - t... See more
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Just back from a 2 week tour of Southern India. This was a fabulous experience. It was so well organised and we packed in so much but it never felt rushed, there was always time to unwind. The attent... See more
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Just returned from this tour to south India and cannot recommend it highly enough . Janice and Paul the tour guides were knowledgeable, helpful and so kind nothing too much trouble . The hotels were g... See more
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Small group tour to Southern India. Well organised with some (very special) moments facilitated by two group leaders (one European and one local) who went above and beyond to ensure that everyone ha... See more
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We specialise in small personalised group tours of India. We offer off-the-beaten-track excursions as well as visits to India's must-see sights. Our aim is to bridge the gap between independent travel and guided tours. From the tourist hot spots such as the Taj Mahal to camping under the stars in Jaisalmer, you'll surely experience the real India with us.
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Northern India
We got to experience the real India, meet the people, share their culture and hospitality, with Bhavana Experiences, who share their passion for the country & people. So many iconic places & memories. You get to participate in activties other tours don't do. Small tour group as well.
We are travelling again with Bhavana Experiences later this year to Rajasthan.
May 3, 2025
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Thanks so much, Sharon. Can't wait for you to join us again this year 💚
I had a wonderful time and felt safe…
I had a wonderful time and felt safe and well informed about everything we did, truly a great experience thanks to all the team you were fantastic.
October 20, 2024
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Thanks so much, Barbara. We loved celebrating your birthday with you, with an epic view of the Taj Mahal 💖
Amazing time in the South of India!
Travelled to the South of India with Ruby and Paul, had the most amazing time! Saw so much that we wouldn’t have seen if we had organised the trip ourselves, so many beautiful places and fab experiences from visiting beautiful temples to boat rides to wandering around museums and towns. Would really recommend booking with them, was so great to have such experienced people throughout our time in India 🧡
May 3, 2024
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Thank you so much, Alice. It was an honour to have you in South India 😊
Bhavana Experiences are a tour company…
Bhavana Experiences are a tour company unlike all other tour companies that I have known/ travelled with. I have recently been on the S India tour. Bhavana gives you so much more of an authentic view of a country. Led by a guide brought up in the UK, but discovered India in her 20s and fallen in love with the country culture in partnership with an Indian tour leader who has extensive experience in tours and hospitality - a perfect match! The curation of the tour was excellent, great activities every day, a great mix of events, cultural, travel, food, free time to explore on your own. I fell in love this India; cant wait to visit again, and yes, I will go with Bhavana on future tours in Northern India next time. I would so highly recommend this company for tours on India.
December 7, 2024
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Helpful and kept informed of updates at…
Helpful and kept informed of updates at all times.
October 31, 2024
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Thanks Debs! Looking forward to seeing you on the next tour soon 😃
Super nice tour!
I never been much for tours or group travelling. But my wife wanted to go on this Rajasthan tour and we decided to give it a go. And now after, I have to say that it was perfect. India is a country where a lot of things are so very different and everything can feel a bit chaotic. So in this case, it was a really good choice.
Traffic is insane, but we went around safely with our bus driver and sometimes by taxi or tuktuk, if the roads were not good for a bus. I would never ever recommend driving by yourself in India, I'm not sure someone who didn't grow up here would even survive... :D
The guides Ruby (a Brittish woman) and Paul (indian guy) were amazing as well. Super friendly, helpful and knowledgeable. We were travelling A LOT by bus, but they had always planned interesting stops along the way, so it never felt boring. Food was included and I would say that 95% of the food stops were also great. Mostly home cooked Indian food ofc, which is what I want on a trip to India. Got stomach sick once, which unfortunately seem to be almost unavoidable, but the guides were super helpful then as well, came with medicines and easy to digest food and drinks all the time until it passed.
We saw so much great places on this trip, I really can't recommend it enough! You wont be disappointed!
February 27, 2023
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Thank you so much Mattias, it was so nice to have you and your wife join us all the way from Mexico! We hope to see you again, somewhere in the world!
I got to experience the most amazing tour
I got to experience the most amazing tour with Bhavana Experiences. Ruby & Paul are amazing at what they do and made us feel prepared and excited before we arrived and safe and looked after the whole way through. With their knowledge and experience we were able to see so many different parts of India in just a couple of weeks and everything was organised so well the whole way through. You can really see the passion they have and it made the tour all the more enjoyable!
February 28, 2023
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Amazing trip, felt safe and happy!
I had an amazing time on the Rhajasthan tour with Bhavana Experiences! We experienced and saw the most amazing things, without any of the hassle of traveling by yourself, which I was a bit nervous about as a woman by myself. Everything was very well taken care of, the accommodation was great and there were some lovely surprises along the way. Ruby and Paul are amazing in making sure everyone has a good time. Would definitely recommend joining them on of our their tours!
February 27, 2023
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Incredible experience all round
Incredible experience all round. Ruby & Paul are a dream team ensuring the tour runs so smoothly.
With Bhavana Experiences you feel safe, comfortable and like part of the family.
I can't recommend doing a tour with them highly enough!
Everything is thought about, any questions are answered clearly and at the same time it's great fun.
Thank you so much for everything :)
February 28, 2023
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