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India Tour Packages from Australia — Private Tours for Australian Travellers
India is closer to Australia than most Australians realise and the connection between the two countries has never been stronger. With a large and vibrant Indian community across Sydney, Melbourne, and Brisbane, direct flights from multiple Australian cities, and a time zone difference of just 4.5 to 7.5 hours depending on your state, India is one of the most accessible exotic long-haul destinations for Australian travellers.
At Driver India Private Tours, Australian guests make up one of our largest international markets. We have been designing private India tours for Australians since 2013 and understand exactly what Australian travellers look for good value, genuine experiences, flexibility, and a trusted operator who takes the logistics off their hands.
Flights from Australia to India: India is well connected to Australia with a growing number of direct routes.
From Melbourne: Air India and IndiGo operate direct flights to Delhi (approximately 11–12 hours). Indirect options via Singapore, Kuala Lumpur, and Bangkok are widely available.
From Sydney: Air India operates direct flights to Delhi (approximately 12 hours). Qantas codeshares on some routes. Singapore Airlines via Singapore and Malaysian Airlines via Kuala Lumpur offer excellent connections.
From Perth: Perth has the most convenient connections to India given its location Vistara and IndiGo fly direct to Delhi in approximately 8.5 hours, and Air India offers further options. Perth to Delhi is genuinely one of the shorter intercontinental routes.
From Brisbane, Adelaide, and other cities: Connections via Singapore, Kuala Lumpur, or the Middle Eastern hubs (Dubai, Doha, Abu Dhabi) are the most practical options.
Most Australian guests fly into Delhi, which connects naturally to the Golden Triangle, Rajasthan, and North India. For South India tours, flying into Mumbai or Chennai with a domestic connection is recommended.
India e-Visa for Australian Citizens:
Australian passport holders can apply for an India e-Visa online before travel.
Apply at: indianvisaonline.gov.in
Processing time: 3–5 business days (apply at least 2 weeks before travel to be safe)
Cost: Approximately AUD 35–45 depending on current exchange rates
Validity: 1 year from date of issue, multiple entry, up to 90 consecutive days per visit
Processing time: 3–5 business days (apply at least 2 weeks before travel to be safe)
Cost: Approximately AUD 35–45 depending on current exchange rates
Validity: 1 year from date of issue, multiple entry, up to 90 consecutive days per visit
You need a valid Australian passport with at least 6 months validity beyond your travel dates, a recent passport photograph, and your travel itinerary. Print and carry the e-Visa approval with your passport throughout India.
Best Time to Visit India from Australia:
For Australian travellers, the timing of an India trip often aligns conveniently with school holiday windows and the desire to experience northern hemisphere winter.
October to March is the best season for North India — the Golden Triangle, Rajasthan, Agra, and Varanasi. The Australian summer coincides perfectly with India's most comfortable tourist season, making this the most popular window for Australian visitors.
December and January school holidays are extremely popular for Australian family trips to India. The weather is ideal, flights are plentiful, and the festive atmosphere across Indian cities adds to the experience. Book well in advance for this window.
April and May align with Australian school autumn holidays. It is getting warm in North India (temperatures approaching 40°C by May) but South India, the Himalayas, and Leh-Ladakh are at their best. A South India or Ladakh itinerary is ideal for this window.
July school holidays fall in the Indian monsoon. Rajasthan and Ladakh are manageable but expect some rain in Delhi and Jaipur. Kerala is actually excellent in July lush, green, and quieter than peak season.
September to October one of the best windows for Indian travel from Australia. Weather across the north is clearing after monsoon, temperatures are dropping, and festival season (Diwali in October/November) is approaching.
Most Popular India Itineraries for Australian Travellers: Based on over a decade of bookings from Australian guests, these are the most requested structures:
10–14 Days — The Most Common Australian Holiday Length
The Golden Triangle (Delhi, Agra, Jaipur) extended into Rajasthan is the most popular combination. A typical 12-day itinerary: 2 nights Delhi, 1 night Agra (sunrise Taj Mahal), 2 nights Jaipur, 2 nights Jodhpur, 1 night Jaisalmer, 2 nights Udaipur, fly home from Udaipur. Covers the absolute highlights of North India with a good balance of history, culture, and desert landscape.
2 Weeks — Adding a Different Dimension
Two weeks allows you to go deeper into Rajasthan, add a wildlife safari at Ranthambore (excellent tiger sighting rates), or combine North India with a few days in Kerala — the backwaters are a complete contrast to the forts and deserts of the north and many Australian travellers find them the most relaxing part of their trip.
Two weeks allows you to go deeper into Rajasthan, add a wildlife safari at Ranthambore (excellent tiger sighting rates), or combine North India with a few days in Kerala — the backwaters are a complete contrast to the forts and deserts of the north and many Australian travellers find them the most relaxing part of their trip.
3 Weeks — Worth Every Day
Three weeks gives you India properly. The full Rajasthan circuit, the Golden Triangle, Varanasi, and either Ladakh or Kerala. Three weeks is the trip that makes people want to come back and go deeper.
Three weeks gives you India properly. The full Rajasthan circuit, the Golden Triangle, Varanasi, and either Ladakh or Kerala. Three weeks is the trip that makes people want to come back and go deeper.
Family Trips from Australia
Australian families travelling with children are among our most satisfied guests. The Taj Mahal, the Amber Fort jeep ride, Rajasthan's colour and spectacle, and the camel ride experience in Jaisalmer are consistently rated the highlights of family India trips. We advise on child-appropriate pacing, hotel selection, and food choices for families with young children.
Australian families travelling with children are among our most satisfied guests. The Taj Mahal, the Amber Fort jeep ride, Rajasthan's colour and spectacle, and the camel ride experience in Jaisalmer are consistently rated the highlights of family India trips. We advise on child-appropriate pacing, hotel selection, and food choices for families with young children.
Honeymoons:
Udaipur — the City of Lakes — is the most requested honeymoon destination for Australian couples. The Lake Palace, boat rides at sunset, and the intimate old city make it extraordinarily romantic. Combined with the desert camps of Jaisalmer and the Taj Mahal, a 10–14 day Rajasthan honeymoon from Australia is one of our most booked itineraries.
Udaipur — the City of Lakes — is the most requested honeymoon destination for Australian couples. The Lake Palace, boat rides at sunset, and the intimate old city make it extraordinarily romantic. Combined with the desert camps of Jaisalmer and the Taj Mahal, a 10–14 day Rajasthan honeymoon from Australia is one of our most booked itineraries.
Why Australian Travellers Choose Private Tours with DIPT?
Many Australian visitors to India book through large group tour operators. A significant number of them come back to us and book privately after that first group experience. The difference is straightforward — with a private driver and your own vehicle, you travel at your pace, make spontaneous decisions, and spend your time how you choose rather than how a group itinerary decides.
For Australian couples, the per-person cost is often comparable to or less than a premium group tour. For families of four, the value comparison is even stronger.
Our Australian guests also consistently mention the quality and warmth of our drivers as a highlight of their trip. Many describe their driver as the single best thing about their India experience — not just a driver but a knowledgeable companion and a genuine connection to the country.
Practical Information for Australian Travellers:
Currency: Indian Rupee (INR). AUD can be exchanged at Delhi airport, banks, and authorised money changers. Australian Visa and Mastercard debit cards work at ATMs across India — let your bank know before travel.
Time difference: India Standard Time (IST) is GMT+5:30 year-round with no daylight saving. IST is 4.5 hours behind Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST) in winter and 5.5 hours behind Australian Eastern Daylight Time (AEDT) in summer. For Perth (AWST): India is 2.5 hours behind in winter.
Plugs and voltage: India uses Type C and Type D round-pin plugs. Australian plugs (Type I) do not fit Indian sockets — bring a universal travel adaptor. Voltage is 230V, compatible with Australian appliances.
Mobile phones: Australian phones work on international roaming in India but costs can be high. We recommend a local SIM card from Airtel or Jio at Delhi airport — excellent data plans for approximately AUD 8–12.
Health: No mandatory vaccinations for Australian citizens travelling to India, though Hepatitis A, Typhoid, and Tetanus are commonly recommended. Check with your GP or a travel clinic. Comprehensive travel insurance with medical cover is strongly recommended.
Book Your India Tour from Australia:
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Tell us your travel dates, group size, the destinations that interest you most, and your budget. We will send you a personalised itinerary and fully itemised quote within 24 hours — completely free with no obligation.
India is closer than you think and more rewarding than you expect. We have been helping Australian travellers discover it since 2013.
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