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How Kiwi N Tiger started personalising tours to India from NZ

The idea of “Kiwi n Tiger” hit my mind when I randomly started searching for available tours to India from NZ in 2016. It was surprising to find that the same travel destinations such as Golden triangle tours are sold by almost every other travel company in New Zealand. But a seventh-largest country in the world with 3.287 million km², cannot only be about Golden Triangle Tours. India is much more than curry, Tigers and Taj Mahal. From the Himalayas in North to Kanyakumari in South, India offers a diverse range of cultures, food, people, language and alluring travel destinations and I thought why not unfold these beautiful places and their culture …in other words IncredibleIndia! to Kiwis.

Hence, “Kiwi n Tiger” was stared in 2017, to provide luxury and personalised tours to India in the best prices without compromising on services or itineraries. Our aim is to provide real Indian journeys and hence, our itinerary is full of diversity itself. Whether you are looking for the breath-taking Himalayan tours or want to relax in South Indian beauty with Kerala tours, whether you are foody and want to explore street food of India or are interested in Indian royalty with Palaces of India, we have got it all sorted for you. As our focus is personalised travel to India, we are always active in face to face meetings with our clients, paying attention to there concerns and needs and providing them some flexibility in there itinerary so that they enjoy the best Indian holidays. So let’s get started on your next holiday plan to IncredibleIndia! with Kiwi n Tiger.

By – Vishal Kulria

2 Replies to “Starting of personalised tours of India from NZ – Our Story – KIWI n TIGER”

PauliC
February 26, 2020

Great work Vishal, a very good read, good luck with the website and all your efforts in 2020. Its a busy year for you, some strong foundations have been laid and this year you look to apply a range of USP's to your luxury tours product. I love the video review on your home page. GOOD LUCK for 2020, its going to full-on!

admin
February 27, 2020

Thank you very much, Paul! Looking forward to working with enthusiasts like you!

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Karen Moffitt

2020-04-21T05:45:13+0000

I have recently returned from a Kiwi n Tiger tour in India with my Husband visiting Delhi, Agra, Rajasthan, Varanasi. ... We had an amazing time and saw many wonderful places and stayed in some great heritage properties which we prefer over Western style hotels, to experience the real India. Small group tours such as these also provide more flexibility and the chance to make unplanned stops at places of interest. We had Surendra as our driver and had local guides at each city/village. Surendra was an amazing driver and shared so much knowledge and history with us. He even included us in his family activities during the Holi Festival which was very special and a great memory. The last part of our tour to Varanasi could not proceed as flights, activities etc were cancelled due to the Covid 19 Pandemic. Although disappointing, we feel very fortunate to have had Vishal and Surendra looking after us. Vishal was in constant contact with updates on the situation. We have since heard of people in India who were left stranded with no way out! They took care of everything for us including Surendra driving us all the way back from Udaipur to Delhi to get our flights home. Thanks Kiwi n Tiger for all the help and advice during what could have been a very stressful time. Highly recommendread more

Sandy Eaton

2020-01-01T15:33:25+0000

We have just completed a 14 day Northern India tour with Kiwi n Tiger. We chose the 5 star option and this included... Christmas Eve at a Royal Hunting Lodge in Haveli and a New Years Eve Bollylicious gala event at a palace in Jodhpur. We have absorbed so much of the history of Northern India. Lots of visits to temples, palaces and forts. Each one of them unique and incredibly interesting. Vishal ensured we were taken care of every step of the way. We can’t recommend them highly enough.read more

Cherie Lamb

2019-12-08T18:37:16+0000

Hi, If you are thinking of traveling to India at all, then do it, and I thoroughly recommend Kiwi n Tiger as the... company to go with. David and I did the two weeks Rajasthan tour and then added on a week in Kerala South India as well in Oct, Nov 2019. Vishal runs his company with professionalism, passion and friendliness. It is very personalised. Emailed were answered promptly, the hotels were amazing, some beautiful heritage hotels, great food and of course amazing history to see. Everything was well organised and we packed so much into each day and yet we never felt rushed or hassled. After non stop action in Rajasthan with a great blend of city and country, leopards, camels, forts and palaces, with shopping too then the week at the end in Kerala beaches, houseboat and Periyer national park was was a slower paced fantastic compliment and so different, showing even more diversity of India. Incredible India! We are so pleased we took the plunge and went there, and choosing Kiwi n Tiger was the best decision. Thankyou Vishal.read more

Aman Kumar

2019-03-30T12:12:05+0000

Amazing services & great team to work with!

Maggie Thompson

2019-03-14T03:39:39+0000

We are hafeway through my trip in Rajesthan. We have a full busy day with many surprises. Each day wake up very... excitied wait to see what's next. Not disappointed in the sightseeing so far. Indian Cooking tomorrow. Fabulous Maggie Thompson Bay of plentyread more

Sandra Stevenson

2019-02-25T10:22:23+0000

I have just returned from a trip to Rajasthan in India with Kiwintiger. When I saw the advert in the NZ Herald I was... dubious about the cost and thought it too good to be true. But after looking at the reviews decided to take the risk. I’m glad I did. There were four of us in the tour and each and everyone of us can not fault the time we spent in India with Vishal and his wonderful team. At no time did we feel unsafe. The guides we had were so informative and passionate about their country. They were amazing! Our driver Surendre and his side kick PK looked after us with such care, always there whenever we needed them. So patient with us. The traffic they had to drive through was organised chaos. We did not see or hear one scene of anger from anyone. The places we went to were so historical and quite beautiful. Even in the country side where ended up as there was an unexpected detour on the motorway. It took us through villages that we would never have seen otherwise. The real India! And real people! I would recommend Kiwintiger to anyone who asked and would also consider taking another tour with them. Thank you Vishal and your team. Sandiread more

Sharny Nath

2019-02-04T12:58:48+0000

I want to thank Kiwi n tiger team. Me and mum visited India 21st Jan to 4th Feb. Tourist visa was arranged within 24... hours. We were welcome with gift and garland. I was amazed with their service😊. Great guides! Their kindness and their obligingness are exactly what one awaits from adventure guides. Me and mum felt safe and comfortable through out the journey. The tour was super, the selected sites and places were very beautiful. I explored New Delhi, Agra, Jaipur, udaipur and Amritsar. Hotels and restaurants were excellent! really appreciated the team Mr Vishal and Dilip. We were well looked after by them. I highly recommend Kiwi N tiger. their service are too good. They communicate really well. well organised. love the food and different culture. Shopping was fun. every thing was perfect. 16 days went really well with them. No time was wasted. looking forward for another trip soon.read more

Jai Chaudhary

2019-01-23T03:39:37+0000

Steve Mantle

2018-11-21T00:11:11+0000

Well you have just gota go! India with Kiwi N Tiger is a mind blasting experience. Vishal Kulria and his superb driver... Surinder along with guides Raj 1,2,3,4, and Bouphol make touring a breeze. Their ability to organise everything was amazing. Awesome sights every day from “boom” straight into the back streets of Delhi to trekking up to the Amber Fort with over a hundred elephants, to drinking masala chai at an off-road stall. Vishal has managed to capture the feel of Rajasthan from the luxury hotels to the rural scruffy outback village kids lining up for a photo. The tour will get you to places that only astute local knowledge can, from haggling for items in a dusty crowded street to sitting in a leafy oasis restaurant just half an hour later. It would be a pity to spoil too many of the surprises, it’s best just to say we have no hesitation in recommending Kiwi N Tiger’s tour of Rajasthan which far exceeded all our expectations. Juliet and Steve Mantle Leigh NZread more

Camille Pruckmuller

2018-11-06T06:42:43+0000

Amazing history, temples and guides well thought out tour from Vishal. Our trip was totally relaxed and full-on at the... same time. The food was all delicious and I don't normally eat Indian food 3times a day. I am vegetarian so it wasn't a problem for me to enjoy the delicacies of Rajasthan. My husband and I are both planing our next trip with this company.read more

Barry Page

2018-10-31T00:13:20+0000

Saw Vishaal and crew at Rawla Narlai and they all seemed to be having a great time!

Christine Tate

2018-10-29T11:52:13+0000

My 15 day Rajasthan tour with Vishal exceeded my expectations. The local guides were knowledgeable and enthusiastic.... Vishal has picked his team very carefully and it shows in their cheerful demeanour and friendliness. I would like to do the southern India tour with Vishal in 2019. My 15 day Rajasthan tour was the perfect introduction to India.read more

Mealofa Joseph Faimalo

2018-10-25T22:58:51+0000

Omg where do I start, this trip was the best trip I have had with this company. Vishal and his team really looked after... us, I felt like a prince 🤴 lol. Well i did felt like royalty, the way we were treated, was just the best. When it came to our hotels, transport, food, everything was perfect, so so good. As for the the sightseeing part, it was amazing, everything was planned out perfectly. Transport was super comfy with aircon, which you need in India, it can get hot. I’m already planning my next India trip in a couple of years with these guys, to see more of India. I highly recommend kiwi n Tiger, trust me, you won’t be disappointed. It was worth every penny I paid for this trip, and I’m looking forward to my next India trip. Thanks again Vishal for the best time of my life, see you again in a few years. Regards, Mealofaread more

Ottilia Matravers

2018-10-25T07:46:29+0000

A fantastic way to experience India. Well organized tour packed with activities and very good value for money. Our... guide, Vishal was very knowledgeable, enthusiastic and friendly. India experienced from the perspective of someone who is proud of his people and loves his country. Highly recommend.read more

Shirley Nicolson

2018-10-24T05:57:24+0000

We have had the most amazing time thanks to Vishal! Visiting palaces,temples,bazaars, and shopping!! Treats have been... leopard spotting, local dancing, bargain hunting . Achievement was climbing 780 steps to the top of a mountain- nearly over!read more

Terry Turkington

2018-10-01T08:11:28+0000

I went to India with an open mind.....well Kiwi n Tiger certainly opened my senses of sight,smell and perception on... India and in particular Rajasthan.In every city we had a local guide as well as our tour guide Visual which was invaluable for seeing the real India and it's people. We visited places like the Taj Mahal at Agra Old and New Delhi it's bazaars alleyways temple's food and history.Jaipur elephant ride and the Amber fort on to Jodpur a camel safari then Narlai village hunting lodge where we did and spotted a leopard after our high tea.In the Lakeland district of Udaipur we visited the city palace and cruised the beautiful lake Pichola.We rode tuc tics like the locals.All the hotels resorts where 5 star marble etc everywhere.l event eat Indian food now. Visual and the Kiwi n Tiger crew have exceeded my expectations and my views on India have been changed forever. Thanks guys for the tour of a lifetime and I've been around. Terry T.read more

Paula Edge

2018-10-01T07:33:50+0000

Would you like to be wowed in India We did a trip to India Rajasthan with kiwi and tiger late September 2018 Vishal and... his team Surrender and Prabhat ,looked after the 8 off us like vips From the busy streets in old Delhi seeing the beautiful Taj Mahal dazzled by the pink and blue city’s . We saw Deserts and did safari high teas travelling to the country site and ended up at the city of lakes over a 12 day period . Kiwi and tiger were first class They hired local guides to give us a taste of the real India . We did not have to worry about a thing , stayed in the most stunning hotels and palaces along the way with great food I cannot speak highly enough of this company , I will never forget India and its people What are u waiting for Let kiwi n tiger wow Youread more

Graeme Lamb

2018-10-01T07:25:44+0000

Liked the trip on 14 Days Rajasthan. Well worth it and it was well organised. Enjoyed all the activities and we have... seen plenty. Definitely recommend these guys! Editread more

Andrea Koorey

2018-09-05T09:23:09+0000

We booked with Kiwi n Tiger for our 6 day tour of Delhi, Agra and Rajasthan because Vishal promised us a personalised,... easy and real India experience - and he delivered! Vishal took away the hassle of logistics of travel and we relaxed and enjoyed the experiences. From the delicious street food to the amazing historical sites, and the general hubub of Indian life we loved it all. Thank you Vishal.read more

Grant Clifford

2018-09-05T07:22:05+0000

We wanted a true India experience and Vishal didn't disappoint us. We had a quick fire trip through Delhi, Agra, Jaipur... and Udaipur late August, early September 2018. Vishal and his team gave us experiences we would have never had travelling on our own. From street food, to amazing accommodation to personalized guided tours of temples, forts and palaces. I would truly recommend Kiwi n Tiger if you are looking at travelling to India. Many thanks Vishal for a trip we will never forget. Grant Clifford, Blenheim, New Zealandread more

Sandeep Jaglan

2017-10-21T09:30:53+0000

Kylie Horwarth

2017-10-17T08:10:10+0000

October 2017 My family and I travelled with Kiwi n Tiger in India from 23rd Sept - 6th October 2017, we covered... Delhi/Varanasi/Agra/Jaipur/Pushkar/Jodphur/Narlai and Udaipur. We had always wanted to go to India so we had looked at it many times and the different ways it could be done, and as fairly experienced and independent travellers we decided India was one of those countries that could be extremely stressful to travel in, especially with a 10 and 13 year old. We also felt that the 14 days we had were going to be so precious we didn’t want to be stressed - we just wanted to absorb! We looked into lots of different tour options but the elements that were important to us were local knowledge, flexibility (as we can be quite particular!) and feeling like we could put our trust in our tour group. Kiwi’s hate to have the wool pulled over their eyes and it is particularly awkward when you don’t wholly trust the person looking after you. We came across Kiwi n Tiger and were apprehensive at first because they didn’t have a history, however all our correspondence with Vishal Kulria was very professional and detailed and the KnT website was awesome. But being able to meet with Vishal in Christchurch to discuss our trip was invaluable, we became infected with his passion and enthusiasm for his beloved India. We signed up immediately and it was a great decision. Both Vishal and his partner Shiv we very attentive to our requirements and very helpful with suggestions to make the most our our long awaited trip. Once in India we were very well taken care off, our driver was excellent, Vishal helped us with bartering when shopping (many local guides take commission), we never had to think about where we were going to eat we just had to decide what we felt like, street food - restaurant - local specialties, Vishal had heaps of suggestions. Also the hotel suggestions made by KnT were great and we experienced some exceptional resort stays, Rawla Narlai in particular. We had to remain flexible because of the children and this was not a problem for KnT if plans had to change. We wholeheartedly recommend Kiwi n Tiger for any kind of trip to India, our kids really enjoyed themselves and were treated as VIP’s as were my husband and I. India is an amazing country to travel, the culture the history (a large amount of which is crammed into Vishals head) the chaos and colour, it is all I expected and more! Thanks Vishal, Shiv, Joni and everyone else who made our Kiwi n Tiger trip so memorable. KiaOra Kylie Horwarthread more

Abhash Mishra

2017-09-07T09:20:22+0000

Amit Aula

2017-08-17T11:52:29+0000

Its a great opportunity to explore India with Kiwi N Tiger

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