Kimkim Trip Reviews for India

4.7
Based on 136 ratings
Read 136 verified reviews by travelers who booked their trip to India on kimkim. You can also read reviews about kimkim on 3rd party sites including Google, TrustPilot and Yelp.

This trip was actually to Sri Lanka -- Jay ...
India | Nov 24 - Dec 2, 2024

Michael
Michael C.
San Jose, CA | Reviewed on Jan 19, 2025
This trip was actually to Sri Lanka -- Jay and his crew at Bespoke India Holidays put together another wonder trip. They are easy to work with -- tell them what you are interested in and they can make it happen, including things like what you are interested in, but did not know about. Read more

This trip was actually to Sri Lanka --

Jay and his crew at Bespoke India Holidays put together another wonder trip. They are easy to work with -- tell them what you are interested in and they can make it happen, including things like what you are interested in, but did not know about.

Hotel Review
Jetwing Yala
Yala, Kirinda

An amazing "resort-like" hotel and grounds -- right on the Indian Ocean, I would gladly go back -- service, rooms, food -- all A+++

Authenticity & Character
Authentic local food and great staff
Location
Right on the Indian Ocean and very close to Yala National Park
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Spotless and perfect.
Local specialist: Jay Kajaria

First Class Service
India | Dec 29 - Jan 10, 2025

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Samir N.
Flagami, FL | Reviewed on Jan 17, 2025
The local specialist Ravi was amazing. They accommodated every need. They were responsive and planned a vacation that was a once and a lifetime experience. The drivers were amazing. Sheriff in particular was able to give us amazing information and history about each location we were visiting. I don't see how it could have been better. Read more

The local specialist Ravi was amazing. They accommodated every need. They were responsive and planned a vacation that was a once and a lifetime experience. The drivers were amazing. Sheriff in particular was able to give us amazing information and history about each location we were visiting. I don't see how it could have been better.

Hotel Reviews
The Oberoi New Delhi
New Delhi

This hotel needs a few extra stars. The restaurant, the modern facilities, the staff. All amazing

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I don't think they are allowed to say no to any request. They make everything seem simple and easy. Brilliant service
Cleanliness & Comfort
All of it. Bathroom, bed, facilities...
Taj Malabar Resorts and Spa
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The view...
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Oberoi Amarvilas
Agra

It's just special in every way. The pictures don't do it justice, that's how beautiful it is.

Authenticity & Character
Location
You can see the taj mahal from your room, not much else needs to be said
Staff
Just like all Oberai's, they won't say no to any request. Brilliant service
Cleanliness & Comfort
Fragrant Nature Munnar
Munnar

View is amazing. Facilities were fantastic. Staff was great, but the hotel had some strange policies. Getting a second card key was much more difficult than it should have been and there was a lot of reluctance to get a key.

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Best View
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Spice Village

Everything was amazing. From the Villas to the restaurants. And the space for children just to play. Staff was amazing.

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Taj Kumarakom Resort & Spa
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Activity Reviews
Experience a different world at Elephant Junction in Thekkady
Experience a different world at Elephant Junction in Thekkady
India
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Enjoy  the views of sunset in a Cruise at Cochin sea - A unique family retreat!
Enjoy the views of sunset in a Cruise at Cochin sea - A unique family retreat!
Cochin
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Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Kumbalangi Village Walk and Fort Kochi Sightseeing
Kumbalangi Village Walk and Fort Kochi Sightseeing
Cochin
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Guides, Drivers and Staff
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Guided Heritage Walk through Lodhi Garden
Guided Heritage Walk through Lodhi Garden
Delhi
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Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Explore the marvelous  and historic monument : Agra Fort
Explore the marvelous and historic monument : Agra Fort
Agra
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Guides, Drivers and Staff
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A cultural evening of Kalaripayattu (Martial Arts) show
A cultural evening of Kalaripayattu (Martial Arts) show
India

Kids will especially love it

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Guides, Drivers and Staff
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New Year's Gala Dinner at your Hotel!
New Year's Gala Dinner at your Hotel!
Cochin
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Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Half Day Hike to Sevenmalai Hills - Tea Museum Tour
Half Day Hike to Sevenmalai Hills - Tea Museum Tour
Munnar

The video part of the tea museum can be skipped...rest was amazing

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Day Cruise Aboard Houseboat with lunch
Day Cruise Aboard Houseboat with lunch
India

Good break to just relax...

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Guides, Drivers and Staff
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Periyar - Half Day Jungle Walk and Boat ride
Periyar - Half Day Jungle Walk and Boat ride
India

Jungle walk was great, boat ride I personally wasn't a fan of

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Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Evening is free to relax at the hotel.
Evening is free to relax at the hotel.
Agra

It's an amazing hotel. One of the best in the world and definitely cannot be replicated anywhere else in the world

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Guides, Drivers and Staff
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Kumarakom: Sustainable Walk
Kumarakom: Sustainable Walk
Kumarakom
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Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Taj Mahal Sunrise Visit
Taj Mahal Sunrise Visit
Agra

It's the Taj Mahal...

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Guides, Drivers and Staff
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Afternoon Munnar Sightseeing
Afternoon Munnar Sightseeing
Munnar
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Local specialist: Ravi Tickoo
Ravi
Ravi Tickoo
Local specialist in New Delhi | Replied on Jan 20, 2025

Dear Samir,
Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts about your recent trip to India!

We are pleased to hear that your experience in India was wonderful and that you all enjoyed every moment of your journey. We truly appreciate your kind words.

On behalf of the entire Active India team, we thank you for trusting and choosing us to organize your family holiday tour in India.

We hope you can visit India again in the future and explore even more of what our country has to offer. If you decide to do so, please don't hesitate to get in touch with us again.

Warm regards,
Ravi

From start to finish we had an amazing time, ...
India | Dec 28 - Jan 10, 2025

Anne
Anne T.
United Kingdom | Reviewed on Jan 15, 2025
From start to finish we had an amazing time, our guide Ancel & team were at all times informative , friendly & great fun. We felt very safe in their hands.
Cycling around the back roads of India was at all time safe, interesting rides.
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From start to finish we had an amazing time, our guide Ancel & team were at all times informative , friendly & great fun. We felt very safe in their hands.
Cycling around the back roads of India was at all time safe, interesting rides.

Hotel Reviews
Uday Samudra Leisure Beach Hotel
Kovalam

Good hotel, all safe friendly. Nice pools.

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Gateway Varkala - IHCL SeleQtions
Varkala

Lovely hotel within walking distance of the beach & town. Hotel - great food & staff Fantastic pool. Great place to spend a few days.

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Houseboat

What a fantastic experience. Lovely staff who looked after us. Very relaxing overnight stay.

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Marari Beach Resort - CGH

Lovely location & fantastic grounds. Accommodation 5 star. Great food Lots to do. Very large pool plenty of room aroufir sun beds. Beach so close. Choice of restaurants

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Activity Reviews
Alappuzha: (approx. 35 Km cycling)
Alappuzha

Great ride

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Varkala Sightseeing
Varkala Sightseeing
Varkala
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Kovalam: (approx. 10 Km Cycling)
Kovalam
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Free Day!
Marari

Lovely restful day

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Free Day at Marari Beach
Free Day at Marari Beach
Marari

Within the hotel plenty to do

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Cochin sightseeing
Cochin sightseeing
India

Very informative tour great guide

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Guides, Drivers and Staff
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Cooking class in Cochin
Cooking class in Cochin
Cochin

Fantastic experience in her Homestay house, lovely family, great food. She made us feel at home . Recommended

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Local specialist: Ravi Tickoo
Ravi
Ravi Tickoo
Local specialist in New Delhi | Replied on Jan 16, 2025

Dear Anne,
Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts about your recent trip to India! We are delighted to hear that your experience in India was wonderful and that you enjoyed every moment of your journey.

On behalf of our entire team, we want to thank you for choosing us to organize your trip. We truly appreciate your kind words.

We hope you can visit India again in the future and explore even more of what our country has to offer. If you decide to do so, please don't hesitate to get in touch with us again.
Thank you for trusting us with your vacation!

Warm regards,
Ravi

India - Family Trip
India | Dec 26 - Jan 4, 2025

Filipe
Filipe M.
Portugal | Reviewed on Jan 08, 2025

We visited India in Dec/Jan 25 as a family and it was amazing!
Active India team were great, especially Aditya.
Everything was exceptionally organized.
We visited Delhi, Agra, Jaipur, Ranthambore and Varanasi and we had the most amazing time.
Would definitely recommend Active India to everyone

Local specialist: Ravi Tickoo
Ravi
Ravi Tickoo
Local specialist in New Delhi | Replied on Jan 10, 2025
Dear Filipe,
Thank you so much for sharing your wonderful feedback with us. We are thrilled to hear that you and your family had an amazing time during your visit to India, and we are particularly delighted that Aditya and the Active India team were able to enhance your experience.
It’s great to know that everything was exceptionally organized and that you had the opportunity to explore some of India’s most iconic destinations. Your recommendation means a lot to us, and we truly appreciate... Read more

Dear Filipe,
Thank you so much for sharing your wonderful feedback with us. We are thrilled to hear that you and your family had an amazing time during your visit to India, and we are particularly delighted that Aditya and the Active India team were able to enhance your experience.

It’s great to know that everything was exceptionally organized and that you had the opportunity to explore some of India’s most iconic destinations. Your recommendation means a lot to us, and we truly appreciate your kind words.

We hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you back for another memorable journey in the future.

Warm regards,

Ravi Tickoo & Team Active India

Hi. This is Rupal. I was on the other trip wi...
India | Dec 23 - Dec 30, 2024

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Rupal P.
Chicago, IL | Reviewed on Jan 06, 2025
Hi. This is Rupal. I was on the other trip with Kinnari Patel. Our guides were Keshav (Delhi) Ronik (Agra) and Love (Jaipur). Overall, trip was great. Our guides were amazing and extremely knowledgeable! Our only porblem was in Delhi. We didn't realize that certain sites were not initially included in our tour package such as Quitab Minar, Lotus Temple, Gandhi House. Instead we were scheduled to go to a Gurdwara and Mosques. Those were not a priority. This trip was for our Dad who had... Read more

Hi. This is Rupal. I was on the other trip with Kinnari Patel. Our guides were Keshav (Delhi) Ronik (Agra) and Love (Jaipur).

Overall, trip was great. Our guides were amazing and extremely knowledgeable!

Our only porblem was in Delhi. We didn't realize that certain sites were not initially included in our tour package such as Quitab Minar, Lotus Temple, Gandhi House. Instead we were scheduled to go to a Gurdwara and Mosques. Those were not a priority. This trip was for our Dad who had not seen India's sites and monuments which my sister had mentioned. You should have automatically included the QM, Lotus Temple, and Gandhi House as well as a Swamiramayan temple since those are the biggies! So we were disappointed.

Ranjeet our driver is the best. He made us feel safe and and he was very efficient and friendly!

Hotel Reviews
The Claridges
New Delhi

This hotel is so beautiful and the staff is very friendly and helpful. Loved our stay here! The best one on our whole trip

Authenticity & Character
Decor and lounges and different restaurants were so fun and yummy
Location
Staff
Soniuddin in food service!
Cleanliness & Comfort
Radisson Jaipur City Center

Room itself was nuce, but the bathroom was disgusting. Shower not seperated from the toilet and sink. Water got everywhere and when mentioned to staff I didn't get a sufficient answer!

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Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Bathroom. Add a shower door or lip so water does not get everywhere
ITC Mughal
Agra
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Location
Cleanliness & Comfort
Bathroom was horrible. Updates needed. Also i was in a triple and a cot was nit provided. My daughter slept on a floor mattress with a one sheet and no extra padding!
Local specialist: Ravi Tickoo
Ravi
Ravi Tickoo
Local specialist in New Delhi | Replied on Jan 10, 2025
Dear Rupal,
Many thanks for your feedback and for sharing your experience with us. I’m so pleased to hear that you had a great overall trip and that your guides, Keshav, Ronit, and Luvjeet, were amazing and knowledgeable. It's always wonderful to hear when our guests feel well taken care of.
I also appreciate you bringing the issue in Delhi to our attention. I understand your concerns regarding the inclusion of certain sites such as Qutub Minar, Lotus Temple, and Gandhi House. Your sister's... Read more

Dear Rupal,
Many thanks for your feedback and for sharing your experience with us. I’m so pleased to hear that you had a great overall trip and that your guides, Keshav, Ronit, and Luvjeet, were amazing and knowledgeable. It's always wonderful to hear when our guests feel well taken care of.

I also appreciate you bringing the issue in Delhi to our attention. I understand your concerns regarding the inclusion of certain sites such as Qutub Minar, Lotus Temple, and Gandhi House. Your sister's mention of your father’s interest in seeing India’s significant monuments helps us understand why these particular sites were important to you. Beauty of tailor made itineraries is that it provide an opportunity to guests for choosing sights of their interest, had we known you interest we could have planned your Delhi sightseeing visits accordingly. We always aim to tailor the itinerary to our guests’ preferences, and it seems we missed an opportunity to align better with your family’s expectations on this occasion.

We will certainly take your feedback into account as we continue to refine our tour offerings to ensure that we meet the needs and interests of our travelers. We strive to provide the best experience, and your input is invaluable in helping us improve.

I’m also thrilled to hear that Ranjeet provided such excellent service. We will surely pass on your kind words to him!

Thank you once again for sharing your thoughts, and we hope to welcome you on another trip in the future.

Warm regards
Ravi

Highly Recommend Active India for Rajasthan Travels
India | Nov 6 - Nov 24, 2024

Morena
Morena S.
San Jose, CA | Reviewed on Nov 28, 2024
We usually organize our trips independently and never use travel agents, but for Rajasthan, we felt we might need some assistance—especially with finding a driver. While researching online, we discovered Kimkim, which connected us with the incredible Ravi from Active India. From the very start, Ravi was exceptionally helpful, reviewing our planned itinerary and suggesting an additional stop to make the journey smoother. Most of the local guides provided were highly knowledgeable and eager... Read more

We usually organize our trips independently and never use travel agents, but for Rajasthan, we felt we might need some assistance—especially with finding a driver. While researching online, we discovered Kimkim, which connected us with the incredible Ravi from Active India.

From the very start, Ravi was exceptionally helpful, reviewing our planned itinerary and suggesting an additional stop to make the journey smoother. Most of the local guides provided were highly knowledgeable and eager to answer all our questions, enhancing our experience at every destination.

Our driver, Puran, was wonderful—kind, professional, and most importantly, calm. His composure was essential for navigating the chaotic roads of India, ensuring we always felt safe and at ease.

Ravi and his team provided outstanding service throughout our stay in India, and we wholeheartedly recommend Active India to anyone planning a trip to Rajasthan. Their expertise made all the difference in creating a seamless and memorable journey.

Hotel Reviews
Oberoi Udaivilas
Udaipur

Our suite was beautiful with a swimming pool and terrace. The furniture was a bit dated but well maintained. The butler service was good.

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Taj Umaid Bhawan Palace

The hotel is actually a palace. The common areas are very beautiful. Our historical suite could use a bit of updating but it was very clean and the service excellent.

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Jaisalmer Marriott Resort & Spa
Jaisalmer

The suite was spacious, but the furniture showed signs of wear and could benefit from some refurbishment to enhance the overall comfort and aesthetic.

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Gajner Palace

The picture is misleading. We checked in and immediately checked out after seeing our bedroom. So very old. The place appeared to have a lot of potential after a total makeover.

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Mayagarh Pushkar

This hotel is essentially a country house, but unfortunately, it did not meet expectations. Both the main swimming pool and our plunge pool had dirty water, as the filtration systems appeared to be off—a very disappointing first impression. While the suite was spacious, the fridge was non-functional, adding to the list of inconveniences. Overall, we left with a negative impression and would recommend avoiding this property if possible.

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The Oberoi Rajvilas
Jaipur

A beautiful suite complemented by a recently added swimming pool, making the stay even more enjoyable. The grounds are stunning, offering a serene and picturesque environment. The service was outstanding, with staff going above and beyond to ensure a memorable experience.

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Oberoi Amarvilas
Agra

If the weather permits, a stunning view of the Taj Mahal greets you right from the hotel’s hall. All the rooms are oriented towards this iconic jewel of Agra, ensuring breathtaking views. We stayed in a suite on the 5th floor, and the view was absolutely spectacular. However, the furniture could use some spot cleaning, and the AC in the living area was excessively cold, making it difficult to use the space comfortably.

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The Oberoi New Delhi
New Delhi

For a hotel considered one of the best in Delhi, our experience was quite disappointing. In our suite, the floors along the walls were not properly cleaned, and the AC emitted an unpleasant smell. The doors were worn, the furniture was dated, and the sofas and chairs had noticeable stains. Additionally, the hallway near the elevator banks was filled with an overpowering perfume odor, making the wait for the elevator uncomfortable. Overall, the hotel did not meet the high standards we expected.

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Local specialist: Ravi Tickoo
Ravi
Ravi Tickoo
Local specialist in New Delhi | Replied on Nov 29, 2024
Dear Morena,
Namaste!
Thank you so much for taking the time to share your thoughts and feedback on your trip to India. We are thrilled to hear that you and Giovanni had a memorable experience and that every moment of your journey was filled with joy and discovery.
On behalf of the entire Active India & Kimkim team, I would like to express our heartfelt thanks for placing your trust in us to plan and organize your family’s holiday tour. It was a pleasure to be a part of your travel... Read more

Dear Morena,
Namaste!
Thank you so much for taking the time to share your thoughts and feedback on your trip to India. We are thrilled to hear that you and Giovanni had a memorable experience and that every moment of your journey was filled with joy and discovery.

On behalf of the entire Active India & Kimkim team, I would like to express our heartfelt thanks for placing your trust in us to plan and organize your family’s holiday tour. It was a pleasure to be a part of your travel experience, and we are delighted that we could contribute to making your trip special.

India has so much to offer, from its rich culture and heritage to its diverse landscapes and vibrant cities. We sincerely hope that your visit has sparked a desire to explore even more of our beautiful country. If you decide to return for another adventure, we would be honored to assist you once again in curating an unforgettable journey.

Please don’t hesitate to reach out to us whenever you're ready to plan your next trip. We look forward to welcoming you and your family back to India soon!

Warm regards,
Ravi

India 2024
India | Mar 16 - Mar 30, 2024

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Mark B.
United Kingdom | Reviewed on Nov 25, 2024

We visited India in March 2024 and it was amazing! Ravi and the Active India team were great, everything was so well organised. We visited Delhi, Jaipur, Ranthambore and Agra and had the most amazing time. Would definitely recommend Active India!

Local specialist: Ravi Tickoo
Ravi
Ravi Tickoo
Local specialist in New Delhi | Replied on Nov 29, 2024
Dear Mark,
Namaste!
Thank you so much for taking the time to share your thoughts and feedback on your trip to India. We are thrilled to hear that you had a memorable experience and that every moment of your journey was filled with joy and discovery.
On behalf of the entire Active India & Kimkim team, I would like to express our heartfelt thanks for placing your trust in us to plan and organize your family’s holiday tour. It was a pleasure to be a part of your travel experience, and we are... Read more

Dear Mark,
Namaste!
Thank you so much for taking the time to share your thoughts and feedback on your trip to India. We are thrilled to hear that you had a memorable experience and that every moment of your journey was filled with joy and discovery.

On behalf of the entire Active India & Kimkim team, I would like to express our heartfelt thanks for placing your trust in us to plan and organize your family’s holiday tour. It was a pleasure to be a part of your travel experience, and we are delighted that we could contribute to making your trip special.

India has so much to offer, from its rich culture and heritage to its diverse landscapes and vibrant cities. We sincerely hope that your visit has sparked a desire to explore even more of our beautiful country. If you decide to return for another adventure, we would be honored to assist you once again in curating an unforgettable journey.

Please don’t hesitate to reach out to us whenever you're ready to plan your next trip. We look forward to welcoming you and your family back to India soon!

Warm regards,
Ravi

Ravi and Active India produced a wonderfully ...
India | Mar 12 - Mar 22, 2024

Patricia
Patricia H.
Wauwatosa, WI | Reviewed on Nov 22, 2024

Ravi and Active India produced a wonderfully memorable adventure - highly recommend!

Pramod BEST driver, guide, teacher - EVER.
Sethu and Kavita - Spice Tour - outstanding.
Nandu and Liji at Marari Beach CGH - magnificent.

Kerala is beautiful GO!

Local specialist: Ravi Tickoo
Ravi
Ravi Tickoo
Local specialist in New Delhi | Replied on Nov 29, 2024
Dear Patricia,
Namaste!
Thank you so much for taking the time to share your thoughts and feedback on your trip to India. We are thrilled to hear that you had a memorable experience and that every moment of your journey was filled with joy and discovery.
On behalf of the entire Active India & Kimkim team, I would like to express our heartfelt thanks for placing your trust in us to plan and organize your family’s holiday tour. It was a pleasure to be a part of your travel experience, and we... Read more

Dear Patricia,
Namaste!
Thank you so much for taking the time to share your thoughts and feedback on your trip to India. We are thrilled to hear that you had a memorable experience and that every moment of your journey was filled with joy and discovery.

On behalf of the entire Active India & Kimkim team, I would like to express our heartfelt thanks for placing your trust in us to plan and organize your family’s holiday tour. It was a pleasure to be a part of your travel experience, and we are delighted that we could contribute to making your trip special.

India has so much to offer, from its rich culture and heritage to its diverse landscapes and vibrant cities. We sincerely hope that your visit has sparked a desire to explore even more of our beautiful country. If you decide to return for another adventure, we would be honored to assist you once again in curating an unforgettable journey.

Please don’t hesitate to reach out to us whenever you're ready to plan your next trip. We look forward to welcoming you and your family back to India soon!

Warm regards,
Ravi

Golden Triangle Tour - Easy, Flexible, Great
India | Oct 20 - Oct 27, 2024

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Diana C.
Canada | Reviewed on Nov 18, 2024
Spent a great week on a whirlwind tour of the Golden Triangle organise via KimKim & Active India. The team (special thanks to Ravi and Aditya) worked very hard to make sure our trip was welcoming and memorable. From the first moment we contacted KimKim to the final itinerary, Ravi and his team answered all of our questions and helped make all of our arrangements. We were greeted at the airport and escorted to every site, event, hotel, etc. in very capable hands. The selection of sights and... Read more

Spent a great week on a whirlwind tour of the Golden Triangle organise via KimKim & Active India. The team (special thanks to Ravi and Aditya) worked very hard to make sure our trip was welcoming and memorable. From the first moment we contacted KimKim to the final itinerary, Ravi and his team answered all of our questions and helped make all of our arrangements. We were greeted at the airport and escorted to every site, event, hotel, etc. in very capable hands. The selection of sights and activities was well planned, flexible and included a good variety. We had 1 or 2 minor hiccups while there but the team, having set up a What's App group for us when we arrived, made it very easy to contact them. They were incredibly responsive and quick to resolve our issues. The guides were professional, knowledgeable and each brought their own expertise to our visits. Our driver was courteous, careful and extremely adept at navigating the roads/routes of our journey. Overall, KimKim made planning and experiencing our trip so very easy.

Local specialist: Ravi Tickoo
Ravi
Ravi Tickoo
Local specialist in New Delhi | Replied on Nov 19, 2024
Dear Diana,
Namaste!
Thank you so much for taking the time to share your thoughts and feedback on your trip to India. We are thrilled to hear that you and Analisa had a memorable experience and that every moment of your journey was filled with joy and discovery.
On behalf of the entire Active India & Kimkim team, I would like to express our heartfelt thanks for placing your trust in us to plan and organize your family’s holiday tour. It was a pleasure to be a part of your travel experience,... Read more

Dear Diana,
Namaste!
Thank you so much for taking the time to share your thoughts and feedback on your trip to India. We are thrilled to hear that you and Analisa had a memorable experience and that every moment of your journey was filled with joy and discovery.

On behalf of the entire Active India & Kimkim team, I would like to express our heartfelt thanks for placing your trust in us to plan and organize your family’s holiday tour. It was a pleasure to be a part of your travel experience, and we are delighted that we could contribute to making your trip special.

India has so much to offer, from its rich culture and heritage to its diverse landscapes and vibrant cities. We sincerely hope that your visit has sparked a desire to explore even more of our beautiful country. If you decide to return for another adventure, we would be honored to assist you once again in curating an unforgettable journey.

Please don’t hesitate to reach out to us whenever you're ready to plan your next trip. We look forward to welcoming you and your family back to India soon!

Warm regards,
Ravi

North India
India | Feb 9 - Feb 12, 2024

Thomas
Thomas B.
Beaumont, CA | Reviewed on Nov 17, 2024
Kimkim made organizing such a trip easy. Active India was indispensable in helping me customize my trip and the flexibility provided by Active India. The itinerary laid out met my expectations. I was able to see everything I wanted. Varanasi is incredible. An amazing place! I was well looked after by Ravi and his team. The drivers and guides were courteous, helpful and always on time. Unfortunately I caught the flu early in the trip, and not feeling my best contemplated ending the... Read more

Kimkim made organizing such a trip easy. Active India was indispensable in helping me customize my trip and the flexibility provided by Active India.

The itinerary laid out met my expectations. I was able to see everything I wanted. Varanasi is incredible. An amazing place!

I was well looked after by Ravi and his team. The drivers and guides were courteous, helpful and always on time.

Unfortunately I caught the flu early in the trip, and not feeling my best contemplated ending the trip early. Fortunately Ravi and his team were there for me. I will alway be grateful for his encouragement to rest and persevere. I got better and I got to see Varanasi at the end of my month in South Asia.

Local specialist: Ravi Tickoo
Ravi
Ravi Tickoo
Local specialist in New Delhi | Replied on Nov 19, 2024
Dear Tomas,
Greetings India!
Thank you so much for taking the time to share your thoughts and feedback on your trip to India. We are pleased to hear that you had a truly memorable experience despite your flu. Your kind words mean a lot to us.
On behalf of the entire Active India & Kimkim team, I would like to express our heartfelt thanks for placing your trust in us to plan and organize your family’s holiday tour. It was a pleasure to be a part of your travel experience, and we are... Read more

Dear Tomas,
Greetings India!
Thank you so much for taking the time to share your thoughts and feedback on your trip to India. We are pleased to hear that you had a truly memorable experience despite your flu. Your kind words mean a lot to us.

On behalf of the entire Active India & Kimkim team, I would like to express our heartfelt thanks for placing your trust in us to plan and organize your family’s holiday tour. It was a pleasure to be a part of your travel experience, and we are delighted that we could contribute to making your trip special.

India has so much to offer, from its rich culture and heritage to its diverse landscapes and vibrant cities. We sincerely hope that your visit has sparked a desire to explore even more of our beautiful country. If you decide to return for another adventure, we would be honored to assist you once again in curating an unforgettable journey.

Please don’t hesitate to reach out to us whenever you're ready to plan your next trip. We look forward to welcoming you and your family back to India soon!

Warm regards,

Ravi

Ravi and Active India Holidays provided exact...
India | Oct 23 - Nov 14, 2024

Martin
Martin T.
Tempe Junction, AZ | Reviewed on Nov 15, 2024

Ravi and Active India Holidays provided exactly what I had asked for. There was never any issues or problems once my trip began. Ravi and staff were always in constant communication with me. Responses to any questions immediate in India, within 12 hours because of time difference US/ India. All hotels, guides and especially my driver were top quality. Highly recommend.

Local specialist: Ravi Tickoo
Ravi
Ravi Tickoo
Local specialist in New Delhi | Replied on Nov 19, 2024
Dear Martin,
Thank you so much for taking the time to share your thoughts and feedback on your recent trip to India. We are thrilled to hear that you had a truly memorable experience and that every moment of your journey was filled with joy and discovery. Your kind words mean a lot to us.
On behalf of the entire Active India & Kimkim team, I would like to express our heartfelt thanks for placing your trust in us to plan and organize your family’s holiday tour. It was a pleasure to be a part... Read more

Dear Martin,
Thank you so much for taking the time to share your thoughts and feedback on your recent trip to India. We are thrilled to hear that you had a truly memorable experience and that every moment of your journey was filled with joy and discovery. Your kind words mean a lot to us.

On behalf of the entire Active India & Kimkim team, I would like to express our heartfelt thanks for placing your trust in us to plan and organize your family’s holiday tour. It was a pleasure to be a part of your travel experience, and we are delighted that we could contribute to making your trip special.

India has so much to offer, from its rich culture and heritage to its diverse landscapes and vibrant cities. We sincerely hope that your visit has sparked a desire to explore even more of our beautiful country. If you decide to return for another adventure, we would be honored to assist you once again in curating an unforgettable journey.

Please don’t hesitate to reach out to us whenever you're ready to plan your next trip. We look forward to welcoming you and your family back to India soon!

Warm regards,
Ravi

Jay interacted well with Erika to plan an iti...
India | Oct 11 - Nov 2, 2024

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Lisa M.
Australia | Reviewed on Nov 04, 2024
Jay interacted well with Erika to plan an itinerary that suited our requests. He also offered his advice with regard to what we should include. He was quick to respond to our msgs and emails and acted efficiently. On a separate note, Jay arranged and booked a separate trip for Wayne and I to visit Varanasi - an essential must do for any travelers who are considering visiting India. The staff from Bestoke Travels who coordinated our visits to each city were outstanding. They assisted... Read more

Jay interacted well with Erika to plan an itinerary that suited our requests. He also offered his advice with regard to what we should include. He was quick to respond to our msgs and emails and acted efficiently. On a separate note, Jay arranged and booked a separate trip for Wayne and I to visit Varanasi - an essential must do for any travelers who are considering visiting India.

The staff from Bestoke Travels who coordinated our visits to each city were outstanding. They assisted with local knowledge and provided personal interpretations when asked. They were punctual, friendly and knowledgable.

Most local guides were knowledgeable and provided an abundance of information. We were lucky to secure two "freelance" guides who I am guessing would be more expensive however they were great. In particular, our guide in Varansi and in Jaipur.

We were booked on two safari tours in Rathambore. The guide on the first tour (a.m.) appeared to be unfamiliar with the environment and lacked a basic understanding of English and appeared to lack experience. This feedback was given to our hotel concierge (as the local guide did not respond to our calls) and the afternoon safari was more "user-friendly". Both the driver and guide were exceptional.

Our driver (for the most part), Moni was amazing. We think he is the safest driver in India. In particular, driving us from Delhi to Agra to Ranthambore to Jaipur to Mumbai. Moni is an asset to your company. Highly recommend.

We chose to end our trip in Goa for some relaxation before returning home. The location of our hotel was south Goa at Candolim Beach. We stumbled across where the action was slightly north at Calangute and Baga Beaches two days after arriving. Sadly, our local guide did not advise us of this (nor the hotel staff).
Whilst the accommodation at Seashells was clean, and provided for our needs, perhaps for future guests you could consider accommodation at Calangute or Baga areas.

Hotel Reviews
The Suryaa
Delhi
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
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ITC Mughal
Agra

We chose to eat at the hotel one night and the restaurant was ordinary. The service was lovely but it appeared the restaurant may have been lease out as the staff were not in align with hotel.

Authenticity & Character
Mixed, a facade of the hotel impressed us but the rooms are dated.
Location
Staff
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Hotel Ranthambore Regency
Sawai Madhopur, Rajasthan

This hotel is a great location if guests are visiting the national park to view wildlife and tiger.

Authenticity & Character
Great open space and pool however the midgies and mosquitos were next level.
Location
It is the furthest away hotel from the national park but may be the most luxurious - not sure.
Staff
The restaurant staff were so attentive and helpful. In fact, at sometimes we thought the staff were too close as they were hovering around our table.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Alsisar Haveli
Jaipur

This hotel is lovely. Very unique. Initially we were given a twin room even though the booking was for a couple. Luckily, we were able to be moved to a queen bedroom prior to a bus group arriving. Our room was on the 3rd floor which can only be accessed by stairs - no elevators in this hotel so for any guests with mobility issues, you will need to make sure you are accommodated accordingly. Wifi on the third floor is not available. The pool was being refilled as we arrived. The massage therapist provided a lovely relaxing massage.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
The reception staff were complacent - we asked for information re laundry services and restaurant recommendation and they were non committal. Furthermore, we tried to change larger notes to small notes (to support tipping) and smaller notes were not available. You would expect there should be smaller notes available given the tourists using the hotel.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Trident Nariman Point
Mumbai

This was the pick of the venues for the holiday. Given it was 5 star, they derserve the rating.

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Location
Staff
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Seashell Villas and Luxury Suites Candolim Beach Goa
Goa

The mosquitoes/midgies at this hotel were terrible. Maybe because they have an abundance of greenery around the pool spaces but perhaps, they could consider some pest control as it was difficult for any guests to enjoy the surroundings. Each morning, the owner, owner's son and owner's stepson would visit the restaurant and introduce themselves to the guests at breakfast. They were over the top and appeared to big note themselves. This was confronting. Its OK for "them" to introduce themselves but then not reappear the next day and then reappear on the same day adding more information which did not add to our experience. In fact, in some interactions, it could be categorised as inappropriate. In our case, given we had breakfast included for 4 mornings, we all kept our heads down when "they" hovered and in one case one of our parties moved away prior to "him" approaching.

Authenticity & Character
Location
We stumbled across a more active are just north so for future visits you should consider Cangulute.
Staff
Mixed views. The day to day staff were amazing and so attentive but the owner and co were inappropriate.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Full Day Sightseeing of New and Old Delhi
Full Day Sightseeing of New and Old Delhi
New Delhi

Too much in one day. It is difficult to take in and absorb the information given.

Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
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Early Morning Taj Mahal Visit
Early Morning Taj Mahal Visit
Agra
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Agra Fort and Mughal Heritage walk
Agra Fort and Mughal Heritage walk
Agra
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Yoga session facing Taj Mahal
Agra
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Agra - Ranthambore via Fatehpur Sikri  (296 km- 5 to 6 hours by car)
Agra - Ranthambore via Fatehpur Sikri (296 km- 5 to 6 hours by car)
India
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Morning Safari in Ranthambore National Park
Morning Safari in Ranthambore National Park
Ranthambore

The guide appeared apprehensive and unsure. This impacted the driver.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Afternoon Safari at Ranthambore National park
Afternoon Safari at Ranthambore National park
Ranthambore

It makes such a difference when you have an experienced guide who can work as a team with the driver. Our guide used previous experience to guide his direction with us.

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Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Ranthambore village tour
Ranthambore

The guide has an unwell child at home so seemed aloof.

Quality of Experience
The guide to be more organised of what his intent is for the day.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Driver was great but guide needs assistance.
Transport
Local specialist: Jay Kajaria

20 days in Northern India, a trip of a lifetime.
India | Sep 30 - Oct 19, 2024

Karen
Karen B.
Australia | Reviewed on Oct 22, 2024
From the moment we contacted Jay and discussed what we wanted from the trip we felt comfortable. Would the weather be favourable and what would the cost for different levels of accommodation be? His responses were quick and detailed with the pros and cons.
All of our guides throughout the trip were local to the cities/areas we were visiting, therefore their knowledge was passionate and very informative. Assisting us with ATM's, best angles for photos, correct etiquette in temples and...
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From the moment we contacted Jay and discussed what we wanted from the trip we felt comfortable. Would the weather be favourable and what would the cost for different levels of accommodation be? His responses were quick and detailed with the pros and cons.
All of our guides throughout the trip were local to the cities/areas we were visiting, therefore their knowledge was passionate and very informative. Assisting us with ATM's, best angles for photos, correct etiquette in temples and purchasing entry tickets on our behalf.
Choice of accommodation was amazing! We were blown away with the level of service from the moment we arrived, front desk, restaurant and cleaning staff.
Our driver for the majority of our trip was Mr Powan Dixit. He took great care of us. Ensuring we were informed of pickup times, checking we had all our belongings at all times, plenty of water each day and taking us to the local supermarket and laundry pickup on our way home. We had lots of laughs and good fun with Mr Powan Dixit.
Our driver in Varanasi, Mr Nedridge (spelling probably not right), went out of his way to help us with laundry and posting our postcards while we were sight seeing. Again we were taken good care of.
The company representatives in each city/area met us on arrival at the airports and accommodation ensuring a seamless check in and that we were happy with our room. They traveled with us airport departures, guiding us to the correct entrance and helping with entry tickets where necessary at the outside security area.
We would highly recommend KimKim and Bespoke India Holidays.

Hotel Reviews
Rohet Garh
Rohat

A great place to stay, plenty of areas to relax and enjoy the hotel.

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Location
Staff
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Welcomhotel By ITC Hotels, Dwarka
New Delhi

Great place to stay

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Rivatas by Ideal
Varanasi

We enjoyed our stay, felt at home

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Coral Tree Homestay

Small homestay, sharing a meal with the other guests gave everyone a chance to chat about what they did that day and where they had come from and going to. Very enjoyable time. Walking distance to the Taj Mahal.

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Location
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Hotel Ranthambore Regency
Sawai Madhopur, Rajasthan

Very comfortable and spacious hotel.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Four Points by Sheraton Jaipur, City Square
Jaipur

Comfortable and clean hotel.

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Staff
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Ranbanka Palace
Jodhpur

We enjoyed our stay very much.

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Staff
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Hotel Rang Mahal
Jaisalmer

What a wonderful place to stay.

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Location
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Hotel Lakend
Udaipur

A great hotel with a beautiful position on the lake. Large areas to relax, have a meal and a drink.

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Local specialist: Jay Kajaria

Exhilarating and Magical India
India | Sep 20 - Oct 4, 2024

Rene
Rene M.
Canada | Reviewed on Oct 12, 2024
The most memorable place was Veranasi and Udaipur. We were really happy with our driver Mr. Puran. He was really reliable and quite knowledgeable of all the places we went to with him. Read more

The most memorable place was Veranasi and Udaipur. We were really happy with our driver Mr. Puran. He was really reliable and quite knowledgeable of all the places we went to with him.

Activity Review
Bathe, Paint and Feed -  (Un-forgettable - experience with elephants!)
Bathe, Paint and Feed - (Un-forgettable - experience with elephants!)
Jaipur

It was really special to connect with this amazing creatures. They seems to be treating the animal with dignity and respect.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Local specialist: Ravi Tickoo
Ravi
Ravi Tickoo
Local specialist in New Delhi | Replied on Oct 15, 2024

Dear Rene,
Thank you so much for sharing your feedback about your recent trip to India! We’re thrilled to hear that you had a memorable experience and enjoyed exploring India.

It’s wonderful to know that our local guides and our driver Mr. Puran made a positive impact on your journey. We’ll be sure to pass along your compliments to them!

Thank you for your feedback. We look forward to the opportunity to assist you with any future travels!

Warm regards,
Ravi

Jay has created the best India trip...
India | Oct 4 - Oct 11, 2024

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Erika B.
Australia | Reviewed on Oct 12, 2024

Jay has been fantastic booking our Infia trip . We are a group of 4 and he managed to satisfy all of our differing requests

Local specialist: Jay Kajaria

Experiencing A New Culture in India!
India | Aug 10 - Aug 15, 2024

Jennifer
Jennifer B.
Chicago, IL | Reviewed on Aug 21, 2024
Overall, our first trip to India was a memorable one! We love to experience new cultures on our trips and India has a unique one! Because my daughter and I are on a two-month, 12-country trip, we were only able to spend five nights in India. However, we experienced some of the best places India has to offer by visiting Delhi, Agra and Jaipur. Our local guides in each city were professional and knowledgeable. We learned quite a bit from them! Our driver the entire time, Mr. Puran, was... Read more

Overall, our first trip to India was a memorable one! We love to experience new cultures on our trips and India has a unique one! Because my daughter and I are on a two-month, 12-country trip, we were only able to spend five nights in India. However, we experienced some of the best places India has to offer by visiting Delhi, Agra and Jaipur.

Our local guides in each city were professional and knowledgeable. We learned quite a bit from them! Our driver the entire time, Mr. Puran, was awesome! He took care of us traveling from city to city and on all of our tours. Kudos to him for be able to navigate what we would consider ‘crazy’ traffic!

The hotels hand-picked for us in Agra and Jaipur (The Grand Imperial and the Dera Rawatsar respectively) were excellent! Highly recommend! Alternatively, in Delhi, I would likely want to stay somewhere else on a return visit. While it was clean and the staff was accommodating, the rooms were a bit tired, and some common things not provided in the rooms such as tissues and bath mats. And while the breakfast each morning was good, it was a little ‘unorganized’ if you needed/ordered something. Again, not a show-stopper, just providing some additional feedback that might be considered for clients coming from the US.

If I had to book the trip over again, I would likely not be so aggressive in trying to visit three cities that are each about 5-6 hours driving distance apart in 5 days. It was a lot of driving in such a short amount of time. It would have been helpful to know in planning the trip if this were called out so I could make a more informed decision. I may or may not have opted for something different, or even extended our stay, but at least I would have a little better idea about drive times.

Thanks to Active India for taking such good care of us while in the country and for selecting tours and sites that interested us. I would certainly recommend them to anyone traveling there!

Hotel Reviews
Hotel Udman Ferns N Petals
New Delhi, Delhi

Clean rooms, accommodating staff. Rooms were not tired looking. Common hotel room items like tissue and bath mats were not provided. A little unorganized for breakfast in ordering or asking for items. But nice selection of breakfast items.

Authenticity & Character
Location
In a location were you really couldn’t walk out anywhere.
Staff
Professional and accommodating
Cleanliness & Comfort
The Grand Imperial
Agra

Embodies Indian culture, very nice open spaces and very roomy accommodations. Staff professional and accommodating!

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Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Dera Rawatsar

Beautiful rooms reflective of Indian culture! Very spacious and clean! All amenities needed! Very accommodating staff!

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Activity Reviews
Taj Mahal Sunrise Visit
Taj Mahal Sunrise Visit
Agra

A MUST SEE!

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Bathe, Paint and Feed -  (Un-forgettable - experience with elephants!)
Bathe, Paint and Feed - (Un-forgettable - experience with elephants!)
Jaipur

Once in a lifetime opportunity to interact with these gentle giants!

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Local specialist: Ravi Tickoo
Ravi
Ravi Tickoo
Local specialist in New Delhi | Replied on Aug 24, 2024
Dear Jennifer
Thank you so much for sharing your detailed feedback about your recent trip to India! We’re thrilled to hear that you and your daughter had a memorable experience and enjoyed exploring Delhi, Agra, and Jaipur.
It’s wonderful to know that our local guides and our driver Mr. Puran made a positive impact on your journey. We’ll be sure to pass along your compliments to them! We appreciate your honest feedback about the accommodations. Your insights are invaluable, and we’ll take... Read more

Dear Jennifer
Thank you so much for sharing your detailed feedback about your recent trip to India! We’re thrilled to hear that you and your daughter had a memorable experience and enjoyed exploring Delhi, Agra, and Jaipur.

It’s wonderful to know that our local guides and our driver Mr. Puran made a positive impact on your journey. We’ll be sure to pass along your compliments to them!

We appreciate your honest feedback about the accommodations. Your insights are invaluable, and we’ll take them into account to ensure that future travelers have an even better experience. We understand that the hotel in Delhi didn’t meet your expectations, and we’ll work to improve the selection and amenities based on your comments.

We also appreciate your thoughts on the itinerary. We’re sorry to hear that the amount of driving felt a bit overwhelming. We’ll review the planning details to ensure clearer communication about travel times and help future travelers make more informed decisions.

Thank you for recommending Active India, and for your constructive feedback. We look forward to the opportunity to assist you with any future travels, and we hope your ongoing journey continues to be just as exciting and enjoyable!

Warm regards,

Ravi

Family trip to South India
India | Jun 25 - Jul 1, 2024

Soumya
Soumya K.
Scotch Plains, NJ | Reviewed on Jul 08, 2024
We planned a 6 day trip covering some of the coastal and temple towns in South India.
Right from planning, answering questions and arranging for logistics- hotels, guides, car etc, Ravi and team were on top of everything.
We had a wonderful experience with our 2 guides, Sam Benjamin and Marimuthu who were extremely knowledgeable about the area and provided us a lot of insights and also recommendations on places to eat, shop etc.
Ajith, our driver for the trip was always on time and kept...
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We planned a 6 day trip covering some of the coastal and temple towns in South India.
Right from planning, answering questions and arranging for logistics- hotels, guides, car etc, Ravi and team were on top of everything.
We had a wonderful experience with our 2 guides, Sam Benjamin and Marimuthu who were extremely knowledgeable about the area and provided us a lot of insights and also recommendations on places to eat, shop etc.
Ajith, our driver for the trip was always on time and kept us on schedule
Overall, a memorable experience!! Looking forward to planning our next India trip with this team!!

Local specialist: Ravi Tickoo
Ravi
Ravi Tickoo
Local specialist in New Delhi | Replied on Jul 17, 2024
Dear Soumya,
Namaste!
Thank you so much for taking out time and sharing your reviews of the recent trip. We are happy to hear that you and your family had a nice and enjoyable trip. Guest feedback is of paramount importance to us as it helps us to improver the services wherever required and also encourages our team members to wrk even harder once they receive appreciation for their hardwork.
We are very grateful to you and your family for allowing us this chance to arrange your south... Read more

Dear Soumya,
Namaste!
Thank you so much for taking out time and sharing your reviews of the recent trip. We are happy to hear that you and your family had a nice and enjoyable trip. Guest feedback is of paramount importance to us as it helps us to improver the services wherever required and also encourages our team members to wrk even harder once they receive appreciation for their hardwork.

We are very grateful to you and your family for allowing us this chance to arrange your south India holiday.

we look forward to welcome you back on another holiday is other region of India . As you know India is such a diverse country with so much to offer and every holiday is itself an experience.

Best Regards,

Ravi

Resort at Kanyakumari was not up to the mark....
India | Jun 25 - Jul 1, 2024

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Sriram B.
India | Reviewed on Jul 02, 2024

Resort at Kanyakumari was not up to the mark.Food quality was poor .

Local specialist: Ravi Tickoo
Ravi
Ravi Tickoo
Local specialist in New Delhi | Replied on Jul 09, 2024

Dear Sriram,
Namaste!
Thank you so much for your trip review. Thanks for giving us this opportunity to design and operate your special India holiday tour.

We have noted your feedback for the Resort at Kanyakumari and have decided to no longer use this property for our future guests as your feedback is valuable to us.

We look forward to welcoming you and your family to another India adventure in the near future.

Best Regards,

Ravi

Excellent Trip to Golden Triangle
India | Jun 3 - Jun 12, 2024

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Yannic N.
Singapore | Reviewed on Jun 13, 2024
We really enjoyed our trip to North India (Golden Triangle). Booking/Planning was good and the team responded well to our change requests. There was a mix-up with the booking name, which was not fully resolved at the end, but did not cause any troubles. The local guides and our driver for the 10 days have been excellent and we had a superb experience. There could have been a few more activities, but this way it was a very relaxed trip. Read more

We really enjoyed our trip to North India (Golden Triangle). Booking/Planning was good and the team responded well to our change requests. There was a mix-up with the booking name, which was not fully resolved at the end, but did not cause any troubles. The local guides and our driver for the 10 days have been excellent and we had a superb experience. There could have been a few more activities, but this way it was a very relaxed trip.

Hotel Reviews
Colonel's Retreat
Delhi

Hotel was okay, but the food options were limited and kitchen was not active during lunch time, so they told us it would take an hour to prepare food. Our driver recommended a very good restaurant instead. Another negative point was that the kitchen was on the same floor as our room, so it was quite smelly. Overall, still a very good experience; large room and clean.

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Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Grand Mercure Agra
Agra

Excellent, gym was good! Actually the only gym on our trip, so we happily used this one.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Ranthambhore Heritage Haveli
Sawai Madhopur, Rajasthan

Good pool, and also good food (there was no other restaurant option close to the hotel).

Authenticity & Character
Location
Good for the National Park, but the path to the main road is very bumpy.
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Dera Rawatsar

Overall very good and very helpful staff!

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Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Local specialist: Ravi Tickoo
Ravi
Ravi Tickoo
Local specialist in New Delhi | Replied on Jul 08, 2024

Dear Yannic,
Namaste!

Thank you so much for your trip reviews. We are happy to hear you had a nice and enjoyable trip to India. Thanks for giving us this opportunity to design and operate your special India holiday tour.

Apologies for the minor mix-up with the surname, We notified all the hotels beforehand, therefore not causing any check-in issues!

We look forward to welcoming you and your family to another India adventure in the near future.

Best Regards,

Ravi

Average tour
India | Apr 23 - May 2, 2024

Kathy
Kathy B.
| Reviewed on May 14, 2024
The tour was ok, 2 out of the 4 hotels were excellent , the other 2 below average.
The driver was fantastic but the tours all felt a bit bland - like the guides had delivered the same tour for 20 years - nothing spectacular.
Kimkim removed all the hassle and risk of making any decisions ,was good to know we had support if anything in India went paired shaped.
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The tour was ok, 2 out of the 4 hotels were excellent , the other 2 below average.
The driver was fantastic but the tours all felt a bit bland - like the guides had delivered the same tour for 20 years - nothing spectacular.
Kimkim removed all the hassle and risk of making any decisions ,was good to know we had support if anything in India went paired shaped.

Hotel Reviews
Haveli Dharampura
Delhi

Hotel was excellent- beautifully renovated and authentic to historic past, excellent rooftop bar. The hotel has an excellent restaurant but had functions both nights that dominated the restaurant space. Staff were excellent and attentive

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Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
The Grand Imperial
Agra

Hotel is tired, was a challenge to get drinking water, room not serviced - there is construction going on around it. It appears that there was no one managing the hotel or a change in management at the time we were there .

Authenticity & Character
Hotel is tired
Location
Staff
A few staff were working hard the rest sitting around
Cleanliness & Comfort
Service the rooms
Royal Heritage Haveli
Khatipura, Jaipur, Rajasthan

Oasis ! Excellent rooms, gardens, food and staff. Very enjoyable stay here.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Location was not a major issue as we had a driver
Staff
It was obvious the staff enjoyed their jobs - could not fault anyone from porters to the chef😀
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Taj Mahal Sunrise Visit
Taj Mahal Sunrise Visit
Agra

Didn’t happen as closed on Fridays for cleaning

Quality of Experience
Transport
Heritage walk in Neemrana
Neemrana

Didn’t happen - I think the hotel has a free walk for all guests

Local specialist: Ravi Tickoo