Ramble Worldwide has expanded its India programme for 2026 with the introduction of four new inspiring guided tours.
Travelling in small groups with expert walk leaders, the new itineraries span the diverse states of West Bengal, Madhya Pradesh, Himachal Pradesh, Kerala, Tamil Nadu, and Ladakh, with a fascinating detour into neighbouring Bhutan.
*All details correct at time of publish (10 September 2025)
Each journey has been expertly crafted to showcase the country’s extraordinary contrasts and its diversity, making for world-class walking experiences that go beyond the tourist trail.
Highlights include high altitude trekking in Ladakh, a remote land of preserved Tibetan Buddhist culture and extraordinary landscapes; a scenic journey through India’s Himalayan mountains and Bhutan with a hike to the Tiger’s Nest Monastery and the UNESCO World Heritage Darjeeling Himalayan Railway.
Customers will also explore the hidden heartland of Madhya Pradesh, with a side trip to one of India’s most iconic monuments the Taj Mahal; and hill trekking in South India’s spectacularly lush Western Ghats combined with Tamil Nadu’s Raj-era hill station of Kodaikanal.
Wayne Perks, Managing Director, Ramble Worldwide commented: “India’s extraordinary geographical and cultural diversity makes it one of the world’s most rewarding destinations for walking holidays, and is a proven favourite with our customers.
“These new itineraries not only strengthen our ability to meet rising demand for meaningful, experience-led travel, but also underline Ramble Worldwide’s position as the walking experts.
“India has also enjoyed heightened visibility recently through mainstream media such as Race Across the World, which has reignited traveller interest.
“By curating a refreshed programme that blends the familiar with the new, we are showcasing the very best of India while strengthening our long-haul portfolio in a market with clear growth potential.”
New itineraries comprise:
Monasteries, Meditation and Dramatic Mountain Landscapes with High Altitude Trekking
Trekking in Ladakh & the Indian Himalaya (Grade 5, Moderate) NEW 2026
14 nights, starts from £3,999/person includes return flights from Heathrow to Delhi, airport transfers, full board accommodation, all entrance fees as per itinerary, local transport, a knowledgeable English-speaking local guide and a Ramble Worldwide walk leader. Departs 21 April, 22 September and 13 October 2026. ‘
Hill Stations, Heritage and Himalayan monasteries
Bhutan & India’s Himalayas Explored (Grade 5, moderate) NEW 2026
14 nights, starts from £6,299/person includes return flights from Heathrow to Kolkata, airport transfers, accommodation with 13 breakfasts, lunches and dinners, all entrance fees as per itinerary, local transport, a knowledgeable English-speaking local guide, and a Ramble Worldwide walk leader. Departs 10 February, 17 March and 3 November 2026.
Tea Plantations, Backwaters and Hill Treks
South India’s Hill Stations & Tea Plantations (Grade 5, moderate)
16 nights, starts from £4,849/person includes return flights from Heathrow to Bangalore returning Chennai to Heathrow (British Airways), airport transfers, full board accommodation, all entrance fees as per itinerary, local transport, a knowledgeable English-speaking local guide and a Ramble Worldwide walk leader. Departs 16 February & 13 November 2026.
Trekking, tribes, tigers in the less-visited heart of India
Wilderness Walks in the Heart of India: Taj, Tigers & Temples (grade 4, moderate) NEW 2026
13 nights, starts from £3,879/person including return flights from London to Delhi, airport transfers, full board accommodation, all entrance fees as per itinerary, local transport, a knowledgeable English-speaking local guide and a Ramble Worldwide walk leader. Departs 17 November and 1 December 2026.
In addition to the new tours, Ramble Worldwide also features Hill Stations Of The Himalayas – a 15-night adventure exploring the hill state of Himachal Pradesh in the Himalayan foothills, including the hill stations of Manali and Shimla, as well as a trip to Amritsar in the Punjab to visit the holiest Sikh shrine Golden Temple.
Ramble Worldwide operate on a wholly charitable ethos and is committed to giving back to the community by channelling profits from the sale of holidays to the Ramble Worldwide Outdoor Trust, which, since 2000, has invested over £5 million into preserving the great outdoors and helping to make it more accessible to all.
For more information on Ramble Worldwide’s new India tours, see: https://www.rambleworldwide.co.uk/asia-and-australasia/india
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