HOW TO BOOK UP (UTTAR PRADESH) TOUR PACKAGES: A STEP BY STEP GUIDE

Uttar Pradesh is the historically rich and culturally rich and spiritually powerful state, offering destinations like the Taj Mahal in Agra, the ghats of Varanasi, and Lucknow's architectural marvels. You could plan a tour package to UP by making your travel experience easy and ensuring that you do not miss any aspects while visiting. Here is a guide on how to book a tour package for Uttar Pradesh.

1. Choose Destination and Tour Type

UP has dozens of cities and points of interest.
Instead of an endless list, think what do I want to have in this trip:

Culture and Heritage Tour: Agra-Taj Mahal and Agra Fort, Fatehpur Sikri, Lucknow-Bara Imambara and Rumi Darwaza.

Spiritual tour : Varanasi-Kalabhairav Temple and Ganga Aarti, Mathura and Vrindavan.

Nature and Adventure: Dudhwa National Park, Chambal Wildlife Sanctuary.

Some packages cover more than one city, while others concentrate on a specific destination. Choose any of one based on your interest and available time.

2. Pick a Professional Tour Operator

Many travel agencies will be offering UP tour packages, from online platforms, to local agencies. Here's what you need to consider when you select a tour operator:

Compare Reviews and Ratings. Sites like TripAdvisor, Google Reviews, and travel forums can give you an overview of the quality and reliability of the operator.

Check if they offer Customisable Packages: Some tour operators allow you to customize packages according to your wish, and that can be of much help if you want to see specific places or if travel dates are flexible.

Check their Safety and Certification: Ensure the tour operator has a good reputation, and preferably, they are certified by the government or any recognized tourism organization.

Other top portals to book Uttar Pradesh packages are MakeMyTrip and Yatra, Thomas Cook, Cleartrip, and many more travel agencies in India.

3. Select Inclusions and Budget

You might come across various inclusions in packages, which would influence the enjoyment you could extract from it and the amount you would spend. Just for your knowledge, below are some common components of a package:

Accommodation: From budget hotels to luxury resorts. Do not forget to check whether the hotel is included in the package and its ratings for reviews.

Transportation: Look out for packages that include transport and especially between cities in case you might end up traveling to different cities. Most packages have pickup from main cities like Delhi.

Breakfast: Break packages may come with meals or just breakfast so consider what suits your taste buds.

Guided Tours and Entry Tickets: If you really would like to learn more about the history and culture, look for packages that already have guided tours and entry fees to historical sites.

Very important: Prices vary greatly with these inclusions, so clarify what is included before booking.

4. Compare Packages and Check for Discounts

Now that you've shortlisted a few, you can compare them in terms of price, what's included, the itinerary, and user reviews. Be sure to look for seasonal offers and deals that are offered during holidays or off-peak periods.

Online Travel Sites: Websites such as MakeMyTrip, Yatra, or Cleartrip often provide discount and offers if you book in advance or during last-minute bookings.

Travel Agencies: Local travel agencies may have custom deals and discounts unavailable online, so it's worthwhile to contact multiple travel providers.

5. Book Online or Through Travel Agent

You can book directly online at the travel website or consult a travel agent for more assistance.

Making a booking with these websites is quite effortless: through sites like MakeMyTrip, Yatra, and Cleartrip, you can pay through various modes of payment, and most of them send immediate confirmations regarding your bookings with details.

Booking through an agent: Through an agent, you get specific help and guidance about local conditions and recommendations. They are really helpful if one wants to be more flexible or requires extra support on some special requirements, e.g., for aged travelers, for language assistance.

6. Check and Confirm Booking Details

On the check out page before you confirm your booking, go ahead and view the itinerary again, what is included, cancellation policy, and terms and conditions. This way, if something goes wrong and changes and you aren't around, you'll be aware of the refund details.

Some important points to note down

Pick up information / Drop off details

Tour guide contact information

Emergency Contact details

Once you have managed to book your tour, make sure that you put all the details of the trip on your digital and printed documents like itinerary, tickets among others.

7. Get Ready for Your Trips

Once your reservation is done, begin to ready yourself for the trip: