Multifaceted and dynamic Maharashtra

A juxtaposition of Bollywood glam, ancient heritage, and modern life

Cultural

Maharashtra

Cultural

Maharashtra

The culture of Maharashtra is shaped by various dynasties, empires, and cultural influences over thousands of years of history.

The capital city of Mumbai is home to Bollywood, bustling markets, diverse festivals, and iconic colonial architecture. The city thrives on its multicultural influences, making it a melting pot of various migrant communities and lifestyles. Maharashtra is also home to ancient rock-cut caves and temples, as well as grand colonial buildings that highlight the influences of the Portuguese and British Empires. 

A walking tour through the winding lanes of Kotachi Wadi showcasing the Portuguese colonial influences on the city’s cultural landscape
A walking tour through the winding lanes of Kotachi Wadi showcasing the Portuguese colonial influences on the city’s cultural landscape
A walking tour through the winding lanes of Kotachi Wadi showcasing the Portuguese colonial influences on the city’s cultural landscape
Experiencing life in the “maximum city” - Mumbai, with a local train tour
A walking tour through the winding lanes of Kotachi Wadi showcasing the Portuguese colonial influences on the city’s cultural landscape
Witness the sunrise and sunset in the hills of Panchgani
A walking tour through the winding lanes of Kotachi Wadi showcasing the Portuguese colonial influences on the city’s cultural landscape
A tour of Dhobi Ghat, one of the largest open-air laundries in the world where thousands of clothes are washed daily by a community of dhobis
A walking tour through the winding lanes of Kotachi Wadi showcasing the Portuguese colonial influences on the city’s cultural landscape
An introduction to the Dabbawala’s in Mumbai, the city's unique lunchbox delivery system, renowned for its efficiency and precision
A walking tour through the winding lanes of Kotachi Wadi showcasing the Portuguese colonial influences on the city’s cultural landscape
A behind-the-scenes Bollywood tour revealing the magic of movie-making with set visits and star-studded locations to experience the glamorous world of cinema

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The organization of the agency was very well structured. The choice of hotels, the stops, our drivers of incredible kindness and caution. This trip was exotic, the guides very well selected. We loved Cochin, Madurai, Bandipur, Munnar, Marrari etc. If all the tours are organized in the same way, it makes us want to travel again via Travel XS.

Kakie Wenner

France

We have just come back from a trip to Tamil Nadu (India). Our experience with Travel XS has been really good. We wanted a very specific trip and organization because we had a friend's wedding in the middle of the trip. They knew how to adapt the trip to our needs very well. The drivers we had were really professional, punctual and clean, as well as friendly. Our communication with the travel agent was clear and he always answered very quickly to our questions or needs. The guides were amazing, the trips, the temples... we are really happy with this experience and for sure we will use Travel XS services in our future trips. Thank you!

Sandra Morales Cervera

France

First time in India and everything went wonderfully. (4 weeks in Rajasthan, Delhi, Agra, Varanasi). With a very safe driver who transported us through traffic that is indescribable for Central Europeans. Fascinatingly beautiful and interesting accommodations, each hotel is an experience in itself. The local guides were competent and very flexible to our wishes. The agency was always available. Christina did a great job right from the start. Not to mention the price-performance ratio.

Sabine Bohm

German

India has always been in my heart for many years, this is the third time I've been back, even if the last one dates back many years ago. This year I entrusted myself to the agency and I wasn't wrong, they packaged the tour well, with some modifications of my own to shorten the hours in the car. Excellent driver (shish pal), guides all in Italian and very competent, hotels - especially those outside Delhi (historical residences), dinner with a family from Rajasthan (really interesting), traditional dance in Udaipur and visit to the monuments.

Pasqualino Gerlando

Italy

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