Banyan Tours:
The Indian Insiders
Banyan Tours immerse travellers in the Indian subcontinent without compromising on comfort. They offer experiences that infuse new energy into well-trodden routes and make remote destinations accessible, comfortable and safe. With offices across the subcontinent, Banyan provides exceptional support and use their unmatched local knowledge to develop a range of unique guest experiences.
Exploring India with Banyan, every journey becomes magical and inspiring, particularly in the hands of their expert team of guides. Experienced, proactive and knowledgeable, with exceptional attention to detail, their insider access, strong relationships and kindness make Banyan stand out from the rest.
When to go…
General best time to visit
October - March, when the weather is most likely to be warm, sunny and dry. September and April are considered shoulder months, especially in drier states such as Rajasthan but can be less busy and still a good time to visit.
Foothills of the Indian Himalaya
October until mid April with December / January cold at night.
Ladakh
Best visited between May - September, when the rest of the country experiences monsoon season.
Monsoon Season
Mid May - end August, Hot days and once the rains hit, sporadic heavy downpours. Worse in Western south (Kerala, Goa, Mumbai).
Wildlife Viewing
The best time for visiting the National Parks is February - April (April is getting hot). For photographers, April and May are considered the best months. Best to avoid parks from mid-June until early October (exceptions apply, such as Kaziranga in the North East, which is best from January to April).
Jamshyd Sethna and Lucy Davison
It was maverick businessman Jamshyd Sethna, the founder of Banyan Tours, that inspired the inception of By Georgie in 2015. A man of kindness and honour, he is not only an art and music aficionado, but a legend in the travel industry. Alongside Banyan, he founded Shakti, offering authentic walking journeys through the villages of the Himalayas. Known for his pioneering spirit, he defined total immersion and transformative travel before the terms were the trend. With the extraordinary Lucy Davison now at the helm, Banyan’s innovative itineraries offer travellers the chance to authentically embrace India’s people, culture and soul without sacrificing comfort.