Bout India
A boutique tour company offering completely customized, bespoke trips to India & southeast Asia.
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Rajasthan, India - 302034
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A boutique tour company offering completely customized, bespoke trips to India & southeast Asia.
Email Info
info@boutindia.com INDIA
USA
Himanshu and his team did a wonderful job. My mother wanted to visit India for the first time to celebrate her 90th birthday!! My mother, 2 of my friend’s and I engaged Himanshu to organise a private tour. Bout India Tours listened to my requests and incorporated all our needs into a 16 day wondrous adventure that gave my mother undeniable joy and happiness. Thanks everyone at Bout India
Bout India provides a wonderful and a very high level of service. From the route planning stage through its implementation on the ground, Himanshu and his staff were attentive, flexible, and fully aware of the customer satisfactory. Very recommended.
WOW, where do I start? Firstly from the first email from Himanshu Maru I knew I was dealing with a very professional company. All the places that I asked to visit were tailored exactly to our wishes. The hotels were very good, the beautiful summer palace in Jodhpur was spectacular. All the guides were very knowledgeable and pleasant. The drivers and vehicles were great. The drivers took care of us and gave us a feeling of comfort and security. The cars were always spotless, with good supplies of cold bottled water. We had the most amazing 18 days and Loved everything we did and saw. Himanshu met up with us .... Read More
We had a tour for 3 people at the 'comfort' level, and I can't imagine what additional service comes with the luxury level, because we were extremely comfortable. Himanshu and his team arranged beautiful hotels for us (including personalising according to our request of smaller hotels where we could get to know the staff), and everywhere we went we had local guides who really knew the monuments and had great pride in their city. We always had wonderful food (our favourite was when Himanshu took us on a street food tour of Jaipur), but were very well looked after and no one got sick throughout the entire t.... Read More
The entire 9 day tour was a wonderful experience. Traveling alone, it was agreed that I would have a driver but no guide however Himanshu met me at the airport and spent 5 days with me before returning to Jaipur. He did everything possible to make me feel special. The driver, Nunu was a very careful and considerate driver who added to the feeling of well-being. Accommodation and meals were excellent throughout. I would recommend Bout India to anyone traveling to India.
My friend and I had an amazing time touring for 8 days in Kerala with BoutIndia’s Managing Director, Himanshu. He is a wonderful photographer and took most of the photos so that I could enjoy the sites, scenery and non-stop action. The trip was a good mix of fun activities and exploration with down time to sit on balconies and admire the green hills and waterways. Himanshu was quick to adapt the trip when we had suggestions, and he taught us a great deal about the country and culture. Our driver was excellent as well. I hope to travel to the Himalayas with Himanshu and his company in the near future.
I found Bout India through an internet search. Like anything unknown I was weary at first, but because of the immediate response I felt as though they were taking me seriously. Within days we had corresponded several times and had the basis of a tour. Himanshu was on hand at all times to help and advise - he was also not adverse to changing the programme, which happened several times. For 3 months we worked together to arrange our customised tour and when we arrived in India we were not disappointed. Everything that had been arranged - hotel reservations, flights, drivers - worked smoothly. The hotels were great and the .... Read More
One of the best trips I've been to. Life changing experiences. So many lessons learnt. So many stories to tell. So many adventures. Thanks to you guys we can back home safely and everything was at it's best😬
We just had the most amazing trip to India thanks to Bout India. We had been to India several times before and usually book our trips on our own, but for this trip using a destination expert was the way to go. In Rajasthan for example, we were not considering a visit to Ranthambhore National Park. But Himanshu and Charlie recommended it along with other stops and it turned out to be highlights of our trip. Spotting a tiger in the wild is rare, but Bout India arranged 3 safaris for us and we got lucky! The drivers they arranged for us were professional, knowledgeable and a pleasure to travel with. The accommodations they a.... Read More
The experience we had with “bout.india” was outstanding! We have never been in India and initially relied completely on the travel suggestions from “bout.india”. The itinerary later changed a few times because we wanted to go to some different places as well as skip some of the suggested stops. The communications with Himanchu, one of the owners of the travel agency, were frequent and detailed. The company provided a very detailed itinerary including descriptions, pictures and advice. We always had a driver who picked us up in a recent Toyota SUV at the respective airports or train station, frequently waiting .... Read More
Very efficient and professional. In the beginning I had some doubts about the payments; we are living in the Netherlands, we were in contact with a travel company in India. Everything went very well. At the end of my holiday the local company paid several hotels for us which were only invoiced after the end of my trip. BOUT INDIA is very honest and reliable.
We were a group of 5 friends. After many mails between Holland, Bali and India , Bout India tours made a nine days trip for us. A trip with many variations. Off course the highlights and also things like markets, nature and connections with Indian people. Bout India Tours was of great assistance for us. The guides ware adequate, our driver was safe and very kind. We liked very much the flexibility of our trip.
This review is long overdue. Vinny and Himanchu listened keenly to understand what we were looking for and then worked tirelessly to create an itinerary that was perfect for my family and I. Indeed we remember it as one of the best vacations we've taken. Our visit from Delhi to Leh to Nubra Valley to Agra to Jaipur and back to Delhi was carefully orchestrated with all the comforts and amenities that allowed for a 1st class travel excursion. We had local guides knowledgeable with the local attractions along the way and Himachu accompanied us on all the domestic travel - both flights and train. It was a delig.... Read More
My husband and I booked our first trip to India through Bout India Tours in March/April 2016 and had an amazing introduction to a country we had always dreamed of seeing. Rather than the typical tourist group experience with a busload of other people, we were accompanied during part of the journey with the wonderful founder of Bout India and spent the rest of it by ourselves with a private car and driver. Though we started out with a planned itinerary, they really customized our journey as they got to know us, resulting in an even more perfect trip. In our two weeks in India with Bout India Tours we really felt th.... Read More
We have just returned from an amazing private tour to Kerala and Mysore arranged by the team at Bout India Tours. After a wedding in Bangalore we wanted a fairly relaxed 9 days in the south but still get a good feel for the real India. Himanshu and our on the ground tour coordinator Chahat were fantastic. Communication was excellent and they were very responsive and flexible. We really felt we were in a safe pair of hands. The drivers and guides were friendly, professional and reliable. The guides were very knowledgable and happy to answer all our questions and again were very flexible as we requested some last minute cha.... Read More
We booked a custom 28 day trip through out India with Bout India. It was a wonderful trip! Great guides and drivers, wonderful hotels and restaurants! We were met at each airport by our guide and driven door to door to our destinations and hotels. We focused on UNESCO world heritage sites. One of our guides told us that we have seen more Hindu Temples than 99% of Hindu’s. I. Would strongly recommend Bout India especially if you want a custom trip organized to meet your needs.
Bout India gave us the most memorable and amazing holiday. The programme that was put together was diverse and fully comprehensive. Each and every city we visited offered something unique and exciting. We were so well cared for throughout our travels and we can't thank Bout India representatives enough for their care and little touches that added so much to this amazing holiday. Our travels over 16 days encompassed stays in Delhi, Agra, Ranthambore, Jaipur, Jodphur, Udaipur and Goa. Our driver Shankar - was always on time, and had fresh bottled water available daily. He took pride in his car and was so helpful ma.... Read More
Cannot fault our trip-THANK YOU to all at Bout India. Akansha was our fabulous email trip organiser back and forth from Aus, and then the lovely Geet when in India. We had Sonu as our driver for 10days, he was fabulous. Parvin was out Dehli guide very knowledgeable,friendly great sense of humour. Must mention Anil as our guide in Agra, he took sensational photos of us at the Taj Mahal and is a v good guide. Mr Sharma guided us marvellously through the chaos of the Jaipur markets and Surya Paliwal was our guide for rest of Jaipur- he was funny,knowledgeable and a lovely guy. We were guided expertly by Mr Shar.... Read More
Our 32-day trip by Bout India was a fantastic holiday, everything we hoped for and more, the whole journey was seamless. The amazing itinerary, created specifically for my wife and I was managed daily by the tour organiser, which included English speaking great guides at all attractions and most importantly the fabulous drivers. Our journey through the South and North of India included wonderful Hotels and many other spectacular accommodation experiences, highlighting the majesty of India. We highly recommend Bout India to create your ideal Indian trip, to be as memorable as ours. We organised our trip from Australia.... Read More
Our first time with a tour service, and it did not disappoint. Wonderful driver, hotels, guides and tours. Amrish took us right to our door and our guide took us to the front of the line at each site. Learned amazing facts from our guides-Rao, Sandy, and Carney.
This is my 2nd trip to India with Bout India within 12 months, which should prove that they are the most trustworthy and efficient travel agent if you ever want to explore the amazing country, India. What I love about Bout India is not only their professionalism but also their hospitality spirit and warm welcome to the country. ALL staff members are friendly and easy to communicate from the planning and the departure to your home country. They accommodated my 13 year old daughter and she is already talking about her next visit to India near future. Be open and experience something extraordinary!
There are really no words that adequately describe our tour in India. From the moment we were met at the airport with necklaces of flowers, a comfortable and spacious van, and our most humble and gracious driver and chauffeur, Taj, we were treated like royalty. We learned so much from our guides and had so many incredible experiences it will take a while to come down off our cloud. Thank you to Pinki Rai who set up our trip. She was so patient as I changed my mind on hotels many times. And speaking of hotels--WOW, they were all amazing and luxurious. Don't miss the Claridges in Dehli or the Samode Haveli in Jaipur 2 of our f.... Read More
INCREDIBLE INDIA !!! We booked our Vacation without knowing anything about BOUT INDIA TOURS....what a stroke of luck. We were treated like royalty from start to finish. Met at Hotel lobby each morning by driver and guide, always 15 mins early as were we, eager to start our daily tours of the monuments as they called them. We described them as temples, forts, palaces etc. After being dropped off at each monument, our driver was waiting for us outside to whisk us away to our next tour. We had very comfortable vehicles, all very clean, great drivers who never got angry with the bustling heavy traffic. The rides to and from our hotel and .... Read More
Unbelievable experience. Bout India delivered above and beyond. All the hotels, guides, and drivers were amazing. They were all so helpful and friendly. Geet checked in with me everyday to make sure everything was ok and to detail what I needed to know for the next day. I especially appreciate the change made on the last day to accommodate my last minute flight cancellation. Nothing was too much trouble. Booking online can be a bit hit and miss but Bout India Tours can be relied on no question. Fantastic
We booked our tour around Rajasthan, Golden Triangle and Kerala with Bout India. The agency took excellent care of us. Everything was organised so well and we felt in very safe hands. In each destination our tour guides and drivers were friendly, experienced and extremely knowledgeable, and on the whole the hotels were of a very good standard and quality. The agency organised lots of amazing activities for us to do such as visiting palaces, forts, temples, cultural shows, jungle treks, jeep safaris, tea plantation visits and backwater cruising. The staff at Bout India are very helpful and were always in contact. We knew we could get assi.... Read More
Our journey to the Golden Triangle was nothing short of magical, thanks to Bout India whom we connected with through Travel Local. Bout India orchestrated a romantic odyssey for us that exceeded all expectations. Himanshu, the visionary behind our journey, not only curated a flawless itinerary but added a touch of romance with a welcome bouquet, setting the tone for a truly special experience. His attentiveness to our needs, always just a call away, added a personalized touch that made the trip exceptional. Geetanshi, the ever-efficient staff member, seamlessly coordinated every detail, ensuring our couple's getaway was stress-free and del.... Read More
From the moment I contacted Bout travel they have been fantastic. We from Sydney Au Nitesh promptly replied to my emails and helped me plan our 10 day Kerala trip Incl Munnar, Thekkady and Kumarakom. Sightseeing included to tea museum, spice plantations, zero ride , with all look outs and many more. Shikara boat ride and village home visit in Kumarakom. Nitesh and Geetanshi have been amazing. Geetanshi touches base everyday to make sure everything is going smoothly since we landed in India. Our driver Shanavas has been absolutely great taken us to a lot of other view points and also eateries for local cuisine. Very safe, clean and re.... Read More
Bout India Tours far exceeded my highest expectations during our 14-day tour of Northern India, including Amritsar, Varanasi, New Delhi, Agra, and Jaipur. From start to finish, Akansha and Geetanshi made planning and executing this trip a joy. Our guides in each location were friendly and knowledgeable - truly top-notch service. "Roop" in Amritsar stood out among all of the truly outstanding guides. Each guide really put their own unique spin on things and kept us going at a reasonable pace with information tailored to our particular interests. The 5-star hotels in each city were beautiful and relaxing - we particularly enjoyed the Trident.... Read More
Had an amazing 26 day tour organised by Kunal at Bout India. We threaded a fantastic trip across India around 3 of the World Cup cricket matches. Highlights: Mumbai city and Elephanta Caves - great guides helped us to put modern India into perspective - with religion, Moguls, Gandhi and partition in the mix. Ahmedabad - added to our Gandhi knowledge and took a scary tuk tuk ride. Shimla and Dharamshala - fulfilled a long term dream to go to the Dharamshala cricket ground in the Himalayan foothills. And managed to get up and down the Triund Trek. Amritsar - amazing Golden Temple, our guide helped us to join in rolling some chapatis to feed the needy at La.... Read More
Thank you BoutIndia.com for an extraordinarily amazing travel experience! We took three tours: i) Best of Central India that includes Mumbai and Goa, ii) Golden Triangle and Rajsthan and iii) Southern Splendors. This Southern Splendors itinerary covers two of the best travel destinations of India - Tamil Nadu & Kerala. Our guide for this tour was Miss Shanthi. Shanthi was not only knowledgeable about history and culture but I could easily call her an expert on Hindu culture, temples, heritage and monuments of India. No wonder Tamil Nadu is a cradle of Hinduism and it would be innate to say that the state can boast to be a cradle of temples.... Read More
Wow! This was a trip of a lifetime. We were travelling to India for a wedding, and having not visited India before we were a bit apprehensive. We so shouldnt have been. From the moment I made an enquiry to Bout India Tours, to the day we said goodbye, we were absolutely delighted with their professionalism and kindness. They organised all our drivers, accommodation, tours and tour guides in Delhi, Agra and Kerala who were amazing. Bout India Tours staff were always available to chat to us 24/7 if we wanted to change our plans at any time. One one day we had 3 tours organised and we decided just to do one of them as were a bit tired and the b.... Read More
Our journey through India's Golden Triangle was an absolute delight! From the vibrant streets of Delhi to the majestic Taj Mahal in Agra, and the royal palaces of Jaipur, this trip exceeded all our expectations. The rich history, diverse culture, and warm hospitality of the locals left us in awe. We relished the flavors of authentic Indian cuisine, explored bustling markets, and marveled at stunning architectural wonders. Our driver and tour guide's expertise and storytelling added a beautiful layer to our experience. This enchanting adventure through the Golden Triangle truly left us with unforgettable memories. We highly recommend .... Read More
We visited Kashmir & Ladakh from 5-16 June 2024 and had a magical time! This would not have been possible without the team at Bout India working tirelessly to curate the perfect itinerary for me and my 2 travel partners. I chanced upon Bout India through an online search requesting for details. What I did not expect was a superquick response with a detailed itinerary from Mr Himanshu. He checked in constantly to see if we had any queries. Every question we had was answered with clarity and transparency - nothing was missed out. The speed of response from Mr Himanshu never faltered throughout our correspondence. He took the time to unde.... Read More
My brother and I both went on a 14 day tour which consisted of Delhi, Agra, Ranthambhore, Jaipur, Jodhpur and Udaipur. It was absolutely amazing. All the tours were so engaging and really built around our interests. We saw a wide variety of historical places and learned so much about India’s rich history. Our driver Mr Singh was the best and besides making the driving look so easy also made us so comfortable. I would recommend this company to anyone touring India.
Our recent trip to Rajasthan and Kerala with Bout India Tour exceeded all expectations. From start to finish, we felt pampered, not as tourists, but as true travelers immersed in the rich culture and beauty of India. The professionalism of the agency was outstanding. They meticulously tailored every aspect of our trip to suit our preferences and needs, always attentive to the smallest details. It felt as though they had a deep understanding of what we were looking for—allowing us to explore the country's vibrant traditions, landscapes, and hidden gems, without ever feeling rushed or overwhelmed. A special mention must go to our.... Read More
Planning our trip to India was stress free thanks to the professional and efficient Bout India team, especially Himanshu, Charlie, and Geet. The trip was very well organized and the logistics were excellent. Also, we were lucky to have the most helpful and experienced guide, Madhu. I would definitely use Bout India to plan my next trip to India.
Just back from an incredibly vibrant, colourful and enlivening 12-day tour curated beautifully by Bout India Tours. The team listened to and respected my requests for a mix of nature and temples and organised the most perfect trip in the time I had available, starting from Coimbatore and experiencing the incredible nature and hills of Marayoor and Munnar to then immersing into the majestic temples across Tamil Nadu all the way to Chennai. The team fully support the trip in the lead up to the trip and are in constant contact throughout the duration to ensure comfort and satisfaction all the way to checking in luggage at the final airpo.... Read More
My boyfriend and I didn’t know what to expect when we planned a trip to India to attend a friends wedding. Bout India made our trip seamless and unforgettable from start to finish. From Akansha who carefully planned our Golden Triangle tour of North India and our day tours of Kerala, to Geet who made sure we always had a point of contact with someone from the company during the day to day, to our drivers, Mr. Singh and Jackson, the experience was unbelievable. The hotels and guides were amazing, and we feel so grateful that we were able to see this country from the eyes of such knowledgeable guides. I would highly recommend this company to anyon.... Read More
I was at Ladakh from 11 to 21 Jul and it was one of the most fulfilling and beautiful experiences I ever had. The people and ever changing landscapes were so amazing, I did not sleep during any of my car rides! I travelled to Leh, Kargil, Nubra, Panggong and some bits of Sham Valley Trek. Laised with Bout India's Himanshu on my customized itinerary, as I wanted both sightseeing and trekking. Himanshu was so quick in all his responses to my questions and was very assuring. As a solo traveller, the way he handled the whole itinerary planning was superb, with confidence and professionalism, yet with care and concern. I did not think twice to.... Read More
Amazing tour, well organized by Bout India in a short period. It's worth it. Gained lots of knowledge and experience. We took lots of photos and the incredible memories will in our minds forever.
We found About India on the Internet and we decided to give them a try after seeing the package they offer and the possibility to customize the trip by adding or changing cities, attractions and hotels was what made us choose them. They were professional from the beginning, Nitesh helped us to create the perfect tour for our stay in India, he clarified every possible doubt we have and helped us to plan each day in a way that best fits our desiderata, so thank you Nitesh for helping us plan our trip to this beautiful country. After being presented with many different proposals, we finally chose the one that seemed better for us. Finally, they took c.... Read More
I recently returned from a 15-day trip curated by Bout India, and I couldn’t be happier with the experience. From start to finish, everything was meticulously planned and executed to perfection. The itinerary was well-balanced, offering a mix of adventure, relaxation, and cultural immersion. Each destination we visited was breathtaking, and the accommodations were top-notch, providing comfort and luxury. The guides were knowledgeable, friendly and always went the extra mile to ensure we had a memorable experience. Their insights and stories added a rich layer to our journey, making each location come alive. Transportation was.... Read More
Traveling with Bout India was a lovely experience and we would like to acknowledge everyone who contributed to it. Nitesh, who took care of the planning and accommodated our every wish and worked around the clock to do so. Geetanshi who made sure everything ran smoothly and was executed perfectly. Balbir our guide for his patience, kindness and for sharing his extensive knowledge at every amazing sight we visited. Udairaj, our driver, for driving us safely through the bustling India streets. And last but not least the always smiling Manish for his attention and care. Thank you all for everything! We had the most memorable of times and we are definitely coming back to explore more of this fascinating country. See u soon!!!
5 weeks private tour for 7 pax. We have a wonderful time for 5 weeks in India. Sonal was incredibly helpful with planning our trip and was extremely efficient. Every query we had of Sonal was answered quickly and nothing was too much trouble. Geetanshi (Geet) was our Tour Coordinator on the ground when we arrived in India and was fabulous. Geet was in touch every day to make sure all was well and we had everything we needed. Himanshu was very much part of tour and popped up to visit us in Alleppey. We were made to feel part of the Bout India family which is priceless. Bout India organised a very personalised tour which exceeded our expectati.... Read More
We booked a 9 day, 8 night tour covering Delhi, Agra, Ranthambore and Jaipur tour in January 2025. We had travelled to India some years earlier but never to the Golden Triangle. Throughout the planning stage of the trip we were provided with different options relating to order of venues in addition to hotel standards which we found really helpful. Of note, Republic Day in India is at the end of January with access restrictions to some of the sights in Delhi restricted on the weeks prior to this due to security issues. After a short stay in Delhi and a visit to the sites we wanted to see, we were met with our driver Gaurav Ransal for .... Read More
We engaged Bout India to arrange our Golden Triangle and Rajasthan trip. We planned 14 nights trip that included sightseeing in Delhi, Agra, Fatehpur Sikri, Jaipur, Jodhpur, Udaipur and Chittaurgarh. Rajeev Dhaka, Destination Expert, was our main contact, he helped to customize our trip and patiently answered our questions and made detailed suggestions till we were fully satisfied with the itinerary. Geet was our tour coordinator. She took care of any questions we had once we anrrived and ensured all the logistics with arrangement of drivers, tour guides, hotel etc went smoothly. Rajinder was our main driver. Right from the time he pic.... Read More
We did not how to go about planning the trip for Ladakh. We chose BOUT Travels based on reviews. It was the best decision we made. Kunal worked out the proposal with us and we paid in full 60+ days in advance. Kunal booked the hotels in all the places as well. Chahat contacted us two weeks before and informed us that she will manage our trip on a day to day basis. Couple of days before our arrival she sent us pictures and phone numbers of our driver Mr. Dorjay Namgial and tour guide Mr. Tundup Namgail. We were received by Mr. Irfan (local tour operator) and Mr. Dorjay our driver. They dropped us off at The Grand Dragon Hotel. Irfan col.... Read More
Fantastic experience. Self-directed tour. Everything was well coordinated. Attention to detail was great - from flower bouquets in every new city to birthday cakes and balloons! When things weren't perfect - it's India after all - Bout stepped in quickly to fix it. We had a problem with one of the guides in Delhi and the next day we had a new one. When a hotel wasn't up to standard, the director of the company personally fixed it for us. Would surely recommend.
It was brilliant tour well organized except one bad booking at Ramada Plaza in Mumbai.other wide everything was truly great and the way and ease BoutIndia looked after my wife who was sick in Goa. We loved India and hope to back next year. Thank you for all you did
We were greeted at Delhi airport with flowers which was a very nice gesture. We thoroughly enjoyed our 6 nights tour, touring Delhi, Agra and Jaipur. Shankar was our driver and he was extremely efficient, always arriving on time. He was friendly and very courteous, opening car doors for us. He also explained some of the sights to us when we were driving longer distances. It was nice to have water and snacks in the car. The SUV was extremely comfortable. The hotels were an A+. The room we had at Alsisar Haveli was spectacular with its 4 poster bed. The buffet breakfasts at each hotel were delicious and offered a variety of foods. The .... Read More
This is my third year in the row visiting India with Bout India Tour. They always prepare my itinerary and programs according to my demands, and it has been fantastic, ever since the first experience. I truly recommend them.
