North IndiaJammu & Kashmir
The Ultimate People-First Travel Guide to Kashmir Valleys, Snow, Lakes, Mountains, Pilgrimage & Culture
Curating Happy Memories · Since 2023
Explore yourworld.We’ll curate the memories.
Tailor-made domestic and international holidays, visas and forex — planned end-to-end by a Kolkata team that treats every trip like it’s our own.
Recognised by the Ministry of Tourism, Govt. of India & West Bengal Tourism
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About Holiday Besties
Travel planned like a best friend would.
Holiday Besties is a Kolkata-based tour and travel company offering domestic and international travel services — founded in 2023 and built on one simple promise: to create happiness through travel.
Our team comes from hospitality, hotels and travel. We design honeymoons, family holidays, student and senior-citizen trips and corporate travel with the same care — handpicked stays, trusted partners and value-for-money pricing, supported by people who pick up the phone.
- Customised itineraries, never cookie-cutter
- Flights, stays, visa & forex under one roof
- Transparent quotes with no hidden surprises
My Holiday Besties forever!Trusted by families, couples & corporates
Domestic holidays
Incredible India, beautifully planned.
From the Himalayan valleys of Kashmir and Ladakh to the backwaters of Kerala — detailed travel guides to every corner of India, with holidays planned around you.
North India
North IndiaLeh–Ladakh
Mountains, High-Altitude Lakes, Monasteries, Cold-Desert Valleys, Road Trips, Adventure & Local Culture
North IndiaHimachal Pradesh
The Ultimate People-First Travel Guide to the Himalayas, Snow, Valleys, Adventure, Spirituality & Culture
North IndiaUttarakhand
Travel Guide for Curious Travellers Himalayas • Sacred Rivers • Lakes • Wildlife • Pahari Culture
North IndiaUttar Pradesh
Taj • Temples • Ganga • Heritage • Culture • Pilgrimage • Food • Wildlife
West IndiaRajasthan
Forts, Palaces, Desert, Royalty, Jaipur, Udaipur, Jodhpur, Jaisalmer, Wildlife, Culture & Cuisine
West IndiaGoa
The Ultimate People-First Travel Guide to Beaches, Sunsets, Heritage, Nightlife, Food, Honeymoon, Adventure, Culture, Wildlife & Wellness
South IndiaKerala
Hills, Backwaters, Beaches, Wildlife, Ayurveda, Culture, Cuisine & Romance
South IndiaKarnataka
Heritage, Royal Mysuru, Hampi, Coffee Hills, Wildlife & Beaches
South IndiaTamil Nadu
Temples • Heritage • Hills • Beaches • Pilgrimage • Culture • Cuisine • Wildlife
East IndiaWest Bengal
Himalayas, Heritage, Wildlife, Beaches & Bengali Culture
North-East IndiaSikkim
Gangtok • Kanchenjunga • Tsomgo Lake • Nathula • North Sikkim • Yumthang • Pelling • Monasteries • Buddhist Culture • Waterfalls •…
North-East IndiaMeghalaya
A detailed Holiday Besties guide to planning people-first Meghalaya holidays around Shillong, Sohra, Dawki, Mawlynnong, living root…
East IndiaAndaman & Nicobar Islands
Beaches, Islands, Adventure, Marine Life & History — A Practical Holiday Guide
Central IndiaMadhya Pradesh
Heritage, Spirituality, Wildlife, Food, Nature, Palaces & Unforgettable Central India Experiences
Around IndiaBhutan
The Ultimate People-First Travel Guide to Himalayan Culture, Monasteries, Nature, Festivals & Slow Travel
International holidays
The world is waiting. Let’s go see it.
Six continents of detailed travel guides — with flights, visas, forex and insurance handled by one team.
All 65 international destinationsNow showingMaldivesAsia · Travel guide
AsiaMaldives
A thoughtful, practical and people-first guide to planning an unforgettable Maldives holiday
AsiaThailand
A People-First Travel Guide for First-Time Visitors, Couples, Families & Culture Lovers
AsiaSingapore
A People-First Guide to City Experiences, Family Fun, Food, Culture, Shopping & Easy Holiday Planning
AsiaJapan
A practical, people-first guide to Tokyo, Kyoto, Mount Fuji, Osaka, culture, food and unforgettable Japanese experiences
AsiaVietnam
A people-first guide to planning, exploring and enjoying Vietnam
Middle EastUnited Arab Emirates
A People-First Travel Guide for Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, Ras Al Khaimah & Al Ain
Eastern EuropeTürkiye
A Journey Through Istanbul, Cappadocia, Ancient Heritage & the Turquoise Coast
Eurasia & the CaucasusGeorgia
A People-First Travel Guide for a Rich, Scenic Caucasus Holiday
Western EuropeSwitzerland
A practical, inspiring guide to Swiss cities, Alpine scenery, scenic rail journeys, mountain experiences, food, shopping and ready-to-use…
Western EuropeFrance
A practical, inspiring guide to planning a France holiday—from choosing the right region and season to packing smart, moving between…
Western EuropeGreat Britain
England • Scotland • Wales | A practical, inspiring guide by Holiday Besties
Southern EuropeItaly
A people-first guide to planning a memorable Italy holiday
Southern EuropeGreece
Ancient Wonders, Iconic Islands, Mediterranean Beaches & Unforgettable Sunsets
Southern EuropeSpain
A People-First Travel Guide for Indian Travellers
ScandinaviaNorway
Fjords, Scenic Rail Journeys, Northern Lights & the Magic of the Midnight Sun
ScandinaviaIceland
Reykjavík, Northern Lights, Waterfalls, Glaciers & the Land of Fire and Ice
AfricaEgypt
A people-first guide to pyramids, Nile cruising, ancient cities, Red Sea escapes and unforgettable Egyptian experiences
AfricaKenya & Tanzania
Safari, wildlife, culture, mountains and Zanzibar — thoughtfully planned for curious travellers who want to experience more without…
AfricaSouth Africa
A people-first guide to planning a South Africa holiday — combining Cape Town, wine country, wildlife, scenic road trips, history, food…
North AmericaUnited States
A practical, people-first guide to USA holidays, city breaks, national parks, family trips, honeymoons, shopping and regional itineraries
North AmericaCanada
A practical, inspiring guide to cities, waterfalls, the Canadian Rockies, French-Canadian heritage, winter experiences and thoughtful…
South AmericaBrazil
A practical, people-first guide to Rio de Janeiro, São Paulo, Foz do Iguaçu, Salvador, the Amazon and Brazil's diverse regions
South AmericaPeru
Travel Guide: Best Places, Itineraries & Travel Tips
Down UnderAustralia
A practical, people-first guide to planning a memorable Australia holiday
Down UnderNew Zealand
A practical, inspiring guide to planning a New Zealand holiday — from Auckland and Rotorua to Queenstown, Aoraki/Mount Cook and Milford…
Holiday themes
A holiday for every kind of traveller.
Whether you’re celebrating, exploring, unwinding or learning — start with the kind of trip you have in mind.
52 destination stories
Places that stay with you.
First-person stories from the Taj Mahal and Kedarnath to Machu Picchu and the Colosseum — with fascinating facts and practical tips.
Agra, IndiaTaj Mahal
At the Taj Mahal, I notice that the monument changes with the light. Soft morning tones reveal details in the marble and stone inlay that…
Uttarakhand, IndiaKedarnath
Kedarnath feels like a journey with a purpose, not simply a point on a map. The high mountain setting, cold air and physical effort make…
Kerala, IndiaKerala Backwaters
On Kerala’s backwaters, the view moves at the speed of the boat. Coconut palms, homes, birds and working waterways pass by, while the…
Amritsar, IndiaGolden Temple
At the Golden Temple, the reflection across the sacred pool is beautiful, but the spirit of service stays with me even more. I watch…
Uttar Pradesh, IndiaVaranasi
Varanasi asks me to observe rather than consume the scene. At the ghats, the riverfront is full of daily routines, worship and moments…
West Bengal, IndiaDarjeeling
Darjeeling teaches me to enjoy uncertainty. Mist may hide the mountains, but tea gardens, the toy train and the hill town’s morning rhythm…
Paris, FranceEiffel Tower
I see the Eiffel Tower first from a distance, then close enough to appreciate the ironwork that photographs often flatten into a simple…
Rome, ItalyThe Colosseum
The first thing I would do is stop trying to take the perfect photograph. The Colosseum is more absorbing when I look up at the tiers…
PeruMachu Picchu
At Machu Picchu, mist can hide the citadel and then reveal it piece by piece. The stonework, terraces and mountain setting make the whole…
Santorini, GreeceSantorini Caldera
Santorini is best when I leave gaps in the day. I wander the cliffside lanes, pause over the caldera and let the colours of white…
JapanMount Fuji
Mount Fuji reminds me that determination is not a substitute for preparation. The mountain’s outline can be peaceful from a lake or…
Siem Reap, CambodiaAngkor Wat
At Angkor Wat, I resist the urge to hurry from one iconic view to the next. The carved galleries reward close attention, and the towers…
Travel insurance
Travel with a safety net, wherever you go.
Domestic and international cover for medical emergencies, accidents, cancellations, flight delays and baggage problems — chosen around your trip, by the team that plans it.
- 24×7 emergency assistance
- Visa-compliant cover where required
- Family, senior, student & multi-trip plans
Benefits vary by insurer and plan, and are subject to policy wording, limits and exclusions.
Across India
Domestic travel insurance
- Personal accident & accidental hospitalisation
- Trip cancellation & interruption
- Flight delay, airline cancellation & missed connections
- Baggage loss & delay
- 24×7 travel assistance
Overseas
International travel insurance
- Overseas medical & cashless hospitalisation
- Emergency evacuation & repatriation
- Trip cancellation, flight delay & missed connections
- Baggage, passport & travel documents
- Visa-compliant cover, including Schengen
How it works
From daydream to departure in four easy steps.
Tell us your idea
Share where, when and who’s travelling — or just a feeling. A call, a form or a WhatsApp message is enough.
Get a tailored plan
We craft an itinerary and a clear, transparent quote, then refine it with you until it feels right.
Confirm & relax
We book flights, stays, transfers, visa and forex, and send you a neat set of travel documents.
Travel with a bestie
Go and make memories — with our team on call from the moment you leave to the moment you’re home.
Why Holiday Besties
Seven reasons travellers keep coming back.
Exceptional service, fair prices and people who genuinely care — here’s what sets us apart.
Experience & expertise
A team drawn from hospitality, hotels and travel, skilled at crafting customised itineraries that simply work.
Everything under one roof
Flights, hotels, insurance, visas, forex and tours — one team and one point of contact for your whole trip.
Customer-first approach
Personalised plans built around your preferences, pace and budget — never a one-size-fits-all package.
Competitive pricing
Transparent quotes and value-for-money packages, with the best rates we can negotiate on your behalf.
Strong partnerships
Trusted relationships with airlines, hotels and ground operators in India and around the world.
Support when it matters
Round-the-clock assistance while you travel, so help is always a call or a message away.
Trusted & recognised
Recognised by the Ministry of Tourism, Government of India, and the Department of Tourism, Government of West Bengal.
Traveller stories
What our travellers say about us.
“Our honeymoon organized by Holiday Besties was an absolute dream come true. They understood our vision perfectly and curated a romantic getaway that exceeded our expectations. The attention to detail was remarkable, and the little surprises they arranged along the way made our trip extra special.”
AK and MKHoneymoon
“Holiday Besties truly understands the meaning of a perfect family holiday. They took care of every detail, ensuring that our kids were entertained and engaged throughout the trip. The memories we created together are priceless.”
Ananya SFamily holiday
“I cannot thank Holiday Besties enough for the amazing trip they planned for me and my family. From start to finish, everything was seamless and well-organized. The itinerary was perfectly tailored to our preferences. Highly recommended!”
Madhrima TFamily trip
“Our recent family holiday with them was excellent and very comfortable.”
Ankit MFamily holiday
“I have been a loyal customer of Holiday Besties for several months now, and they never disappoint. Their holiday packages are not only reasonably priced but also of the highest quality. The team goes above and beyond to ensure that every aspect of the trip is well-planned and executed.”
Imran MRepeat traveller
“I am an adventure enthusiast, and Holiday Besties delivered an adrenaline-pumping holiday like no other. The guides and instructors were knowledgeable, friendly, and ensured our safety at all times. I can’t wait to book my next adventure with them!”
Suresh LAdventure holiday
“We enquired for a luxury family trip abroad and they suggested the best locations and even arranged it excellently.”
Neha KLuxury family trip
“They offer reasonable cost, nice service and we had super fun. We totally recommend them to all our friends.”
Suresh ShettyGroup trip
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