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Families in India

India is an extraordinary destination for families, especially those with teenagers. Bursting with colour, energy and contrast, it offers a new adventure every day. With so much to see and do, boredom simply isn’t on the itinerary.

We know every family is different, which is why we begin each journey with a blank slate, shaping the experience around your interests, pace and your children’s ages.

India has something for everyone: exhilarating rickshaw rides through vibrant markets, serene boat cruises along the backwaters, tiger safaris deep in jungle reserves and afternoons spent exploring ancient forts before cooling off in the pool.

Its palaces and temples, the richness of its cultures and the warmth of its people often leave a lasting impression. For children, India’s deep religious and cultural diversity is both eye-opening and enriching - whether joining an aarti ceremony on the Ganges, visiting Sikh gurdwaras, Hindu temples, mosques or colonial-era churches - all within a single journey.

India doesn’t just entertain it ignites curiosity and inspires wonder. For families seeking something truly special, it’s unforgettable.

Why choose Red Dot for your family holiday to India

Travelling through India with your family couldn’t be easier with Red Dot. From the moment you arrive, you’ll have a spacious private vehicle and an engaging, English-speaking driver by your side throughout your journey, making everything smooth and stress-free. At each stop, we arrange expert local guides who not only know their history but know how to connect with children, bringing India to life in ways that are fun, vivid, and age appropriate.

Children are often enchanted by India’s vibrant energy — spotting elephants and camels along the roadside, riding iconic trains, exploring majestic forts and glittering palaces and wandering through markets filled with the scent of incense and the shimmer of bangles.

India is an adventure like no other, colourful, eye-opening and unforgettable for the whole family.

It's all in the detail…

To plan a truly special trip, we start by getting to know your family, especially your children. What excites them? What frustrates them? Which school subjects spark their curiosity? Do they thrive on long road trips or prefer the buzz of a train ride? Are they adventurous eaters or happiest with the familiar? Can they ride a bike, be coaxed into a hike, or would they rather take in the world from the back of a rickshaw?

No two children are the same, and that’s exactly why we take the time to understand yours. The more we know, the more precisely we can shape a journey that fits your family perfectly — one that ignites their sense of wonder, deepens their connection to the world and leaves them with memories they’ll treasure for years to come.

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Swap the guidebook for a good story

Feel it to believe it. Personalised to you, our itineraries are packed with the kinds of experiences you won't find in the guidebooks — but they'll fill page after page of your own travel journal

India
Family Trip to Kerala with Little Ones
11 nights From $ 2,938 per person
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Rajasthan with teenagers
13 nights From $ 4,057 per person

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Related experiences

Jaipur, India
A Day for Kids in Jaipur

Begin with a visit to a local home where the family will show you how to craft colourful kites, before flying them together from the rooftop — a favourite pastime in the city. Continue with a block-printing workshop, where everyone can stamp vibrant patterns onto fabric and carry home their own creations.

Later, hop into a Pink City Rickshaw for a fun ride through the old city’s painted gates and bustling markets, stopping wherever curiosity strikes. In the afternoon, learn the art of traditional Rajasthani puppetry, making your own marionette before watching a lively performance. If energy allows, your guide can also arrange short workshops in henna design, clay pottery, rangoli, or even garland-making - giving the day a playful, creative finish. With the flexibility of a private guide, you can linger longer at the activities your family enjoys most.

Jaipur, India
Rickshaw Ride & Block Printing Fun for Kids
Along the way, children can notice the different kinds of homes and shops and see how people go about their daily life. Then, visit a traditional workshop where kids can try block printing, stamping cheerful patterns onto fabric and taking home their very own creation.
Jaipur, India
Rickshaw Ride & Henna Designs for Kids
Children can see people in traditional clothing and watch how goods are sold in markets. Stop at a respected local henna studio, where skilled artists share the story and cultural importance of mehndi. Kids can have simple designs painted on their hands, while parents can join in too.
Jaipur, India
Rickshaw Ride & Puppet-Making for Kids
Kids can notice the intricate architecture and colourful wall murals before joining a puppetry workshop. Here, they can make their own marionettes and watch a short puppet show filled with music and storytelling.
Jaipur, India
Rickshaw Ride & Kite Flying for Kids
Children can spot festival decorations and observe local life as they travel. In the early evening, visit a local family’s rooftop to learn about Jaipur’s kite-flying tradition. Kids can make simple kites and have fun flying them alongside local children in a relaxed setting.
Jaipur, India
Rickshaw Ride & Creative Crafts for Kids
Kids can notice different shops and crafts as they travel, then try clay pottery, rangoli patterns, or garland-making — discovering Jaipur’s traditions in a fun, interactive way.
Delhi, India
Explore Delhi with Teenagers

Start at the magnificent Jama Masjid, then navigate narrow alleys by cycle rickshaw, passing ornate havelis and centuries old shops. Discover an authentic attar shop showcasing handcrafted fragrances stored in delicate cut glass bottles. Wander through Kinari Bazaar's dazzling displays of silk sarees and colorful bangles, before immersing yourself in Khari Baoli spice market's intoxicating blend of cardamom and chilies.

Your morning continues with a traditional haveli rooftop, where you'll fly kites while savouring crispy golgappas and aromatic kebabs. Find tranquility at Gurudwara Bangla Sahib, joining volunteers in the communal Langar Hall to serve meals and experiencing the profound lesson of selfless service. The day concludes with a scenic drive through New Delhi's grand colonial landmarks: the stately India Gate, majestic Rashtrapati Bhawan, and imposing Parliament House.

Our approach

Why travel with Red Dot?

Ultra Personalised
We create trips that are designed just for you - your exact interests, your unique tastes, your perfect adventure. Everything is built from scratch, which means we can push boundaries and create something truly special.
Support at every turn
With offices in Sri Lanka, India and the UK, we're always here to help, in your time zone. You'll never feel like you're travelling alone.
Designed by locals
Unlike other tour operators, the majority of our team are based in South Asia and this means you get better value for money and crucially more of that money goes in to the local economy.
Drivers and Guides
Our drivers and guides don't just get you from place to place - they make your entire journey. It's our carefully selected relationships that set us apart. Just check our reviews and you'll see what we mean!
Curated Stays
We're passionate about beautiful, unique places that tell a story. Our recommendations come from years of experience and honest feedback, and we'll always encourage you to choose the small, characterful hotels over the big chains - trust us, you'll thank us later.
Value
Exceptional doesn't have to mean expensive. We take value seriously because we want you to feel confident that every pound is well spent and every experience is worth it.

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Travel tips and expert advice

Plan smarter, travel deeper. Our experts share insider tips, destination guides, and practical advice to help you make the most of your journey. From choosing the best time to travel to uncovering hidden gems, find inspiration and knowledge to design a trip that’s truly unforgettable.

What our travellers say

If Red Dot ever ceased to exist and I wanted to return to Sri Lanka I would probably go somewhere else instead. They were, in every way shape and form, impeccable. From Samanthie who created the itinerary to Wicky who drove us here, there and everywhere I cannot imagine anybody doing it better. Impeccable. I need say no more except it doesn’t get any better.
Stuart (March 2025) United Kingdom Read the whole review here Tripadvisor
We chose this company as we wanted our money to benefit the people of Sri Lanka rather than international companies. Their work supports smaller businesses, projects and communities as well as the environment
Jessica E (August 2025) London, UK Read the whole review here Feefo
Our 11th visit to this magical Island with always something new to discover and see. This time we made it up north to Jaffna, via Mannar Island, after beginning in the tea country and acclimatising to the heat, after leaving a very cold UK in January. We had total confidence that RedDot would organise everything to perfection, having used them many times before
Roy L (March 2025) United Kingdom Read the whole review here Feefo
We had a fantastic holiday. The itinerary and choice of hotels was spot on, and seamlessly organised.
Charlotte (August 2024) United Kingdom Read the whole review here Tripadvisor
Exceptional tour of Sri Lanka with Dami. We cannot recommend Dami at Red dot tours highly enough. As our guide over 9 days he made sure that our trip to Sri Lanka was unforgettable- always going above & beyond to impart his knowledge, show us things off the beaten track, looking after us, getting us to try many local delicacies & making us laugh .. a LOT. Cannot imagine anyone doing a better job- if we could take him with us on every holiday we would!
Sarah (July 2025) United Kingdom Read the whole review here Feefo
Dulmini did a great job listening to our wishes and arranged an itinerary that was very busy but met all our needs. Sisira, our guide, was outstanding, providing us with great local knowledge and suggesting other activities on our travels. He was a great driver on the busy Sri Lankan roads, was always punctual but above all added colour to the whole trip.
Malcolm (April 2024) United Kingdom Read the whole review here Tripadvisor
I cannot recommend Red Dot Tours more highly. Thank you so much to Samanthie for her patience with me and all her hard work at putting together the perfect itinerary for my family. I had done a lot of research before I contacted Red Dot and Samanthie created a tour that fitted in all the activities we wanted to do and secured the hotels I told her we would like to stay in (not easy to do in high season).
Nina (July 2025) United Kingdom Read the whole review here Tripadvisor
Wow what can I say, from start to finish we have had a wonderful holiday with Red Dot Tours. Dulmini was so helpful in putting an itinerary together for us as a family of 6 and catering to all of our needs. We have ticked off so many of Sri Lanka’s beautiful sights during our trip. Dulmini and Dhanu were a great help to us while we were out on our travels too.
Anupa (July 2025) United Kingdom Read the whole review here TripAdvisor
We spent 13 days on a Bawa tour with wonderful driver and guide Manjula, including Kandalama Heritance, The Kandy House, The Last House, Jetwing Yala, Jetwing Lighthouse and Club Villa hotels. We are 3 friends, one of them in the wheelchair. Dulmini Ekanayake from Red Dot Tours was very helpful and very patient and found solutions to all our special demands.
Rene (March 2025) United Kingdom Read the whole review here Tripadvisor
The itinerary was absolutely perfect and the hotels wonderful, especially Thotalagala, The Warden’s House and 41 Lighthouse Street. Our driver, Indika, was a delight-charming, knowledgeable, considerate and always punctual; he showed us more of this amazing country than we could have hoped for!
Karen - United Kingdom Read the whole review here Tripadvisor
Wanted to take a moment to thank RedDot Tours, and specifically Jayandi for helping book a wonderful family vacation for my family and I. First time for my family and Jayandi took care of every detail, was so courteous and professional, and genuinely cared about our experience in SL. I would also like to mention Pradeep, our kind and understanding guide/chauffeur who took such good care of us while we were out and about. I cannot recommend RedDot enough!
Bob (November 2024) United States Read the whole review here Tripadvisor
We used Red Dot for the first time for our holiday in Sri Lanka. Dulmini put together such a wonderful experience for us, creating an itinerary she drew up after many discussions about what we like and also gave us suggestions for excursions and activities. It was totally bespoke and we were able to make changes throughout this process.
Gill (March 2025) Kent, United Kingdom Read the whole review here Tripadvisor
This is an excellent tour company. They planned our Sri Lankan holiday from start to finish. The trip was initially planned for 2022 but due to Covid and other issues we didn’t manage to undertake the trip until this year. Throughout all this time we had the same travel advisor Lahiru who responded quickly to my emails and rearranged and adjusted our holiday each year!
Anne (January 2025) United Kingdom Read the whole review here Tripadvisor
As a group of 8 we have had the most fabulous tour of Sri Lanka organised by Dulmini from RedDot who totally understood my brief of "some" culture, agriculture, nature, trekking and relaxation. The hotels chosen were a wonderful mixture of homestay, tented and pure luxury (Ceylon Tea Trails). The experiences to local villages, trekking the Pekoe Trail and climbing Pidurangala were memorable and our wonderful guide, Ananda, was so informative and knowledgeable and adapted to our needs admirable (not easy with a group of 8)
Anna (February 2025) United Kingdom Read the whole review here Tripadvisor
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