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Planning a journey to India naturally comes with questions. Here you'll find answers about booking, payments, travel dates, accommodations, travel preparation, support in India, and what to expect as you prepare for your journey.
You have three payment options:
Pay in Full
Pay the complete journey price securely through Stripe.
Payment does not automatically confirm a reservation. All requested travel dates are subject to availability verification with our trusted local operator in India.
The reservation is confirmed only after Soul India Journeys verifies availability and communicates confirmation to the traveler.
$500 Reservation Deposit
Reserve your journey by paying a $500 reservation deposit per person.
A second payment of $500 per person is scheduled 45 days before departure, through a secure Stripe payment link.
The remaining balance is paid directly in India to our trusted local partner/operator, as specified in the journey arrangements.
All requested travel dates remain subject to availability confirmation.
Monthly Installments — Up to 12 Months
Request a personalized payment plan for up to 12 months.
No payment is collected when submitting the installment request.
Our team reviews the requested journey, Preferred Travel Date, and number of travelers before contacting the traveler to establish a payment schedule.
Secure Stripe payment links are provided once the payment schedule has been arranged.
All required installment payments must be completed sufficiently in advance of departure to allow the necessary travel arrangements to be confirmed.
Submitting an installment request does not automatically confirm a reservation.
Yes. Online payments are processed securely through Stripe. Your payment and card information are handled directly by Stripe.
The $500 reservation deposit is paid per person to secure your place on the journey.
After your reservation, our team begins preparing your journey with our trusted local operator in India.
A second $500 payment per person is collected before your journey through a secure Stripe payment link.
The remaining balance is paid directly in India to our trusted local partner/operator.
Personalized payment plans may be arranged for up to 12 months.
No payment is collected when you submit the installment request.
Our team will contact you to arrange your payment schedule and provide secure Stripe payment link(s).
Submitting the request does not collect a payment.
Your request is sent to our team by email. We review your journey, Suggested Travel Date, number of travelers, and other information provided.
We then contact you to arrange your personalized payment schedule.
We recommend booking as early as possible and at least one month before your preferred travel date, subject to availability.
Booking earlier also provides greater flexibility if you would like to use one of our payment options. Personalized monthly installment plans may be arranged for up to 12 months, depending on the time available before your travel date.
If your preferred travel date is approaching, please contact us so we can confirm availability and arrangements with our operating partner.
Your Suggested Travel Date is the date you would like your journey to begin.
It allows us to organize your journey, coordinate availability, and prepare the necessary arrangements with our local operator in India.
All requested travel dates are subject to confirmation with our trusted local operator in India.
If a traveler has made a payment and Soul India Journeys cannot confirm the requested travel dates, we will offer alternative available dates.
If none of the proposed alternatives work for the traveler, Soul India Journeys will provide a full refund of all payments made to Soul India Journeys for that reservation.
Refunds will be processed through the original payment method whenever possible.
This exception applies when Soul India Journeys cannot confirm the requested travel dates. It does not automatically apply to traveler-initiated cancellations after a reservation has been confirmed.
Yes. You may request to move your journey to another available travel date.
We will do our best to accommodate your request.
However, some accommodations, transportation, activities, and other arrangements may already have been reserved or paid for your original travel date.
If these arrangements are non-refundable or cannot be transferred, some previously paid amounts may not be recoverable.
Additional charges may apply if arrangements need to be booked again or if the new travel date has a higher journey price.
Any additional costs will be communicated before confirming the new travel date.
Payments made toward a confirmed Soul India Journeys reservation are non-refundable when a traveler chooses to cancel.
However, if Soul India Journeys cannot confirm the requested travel dates and the traveler does not accept the alternative dates offered, payments made to Soul India Journeys for that reservation will be fully refunded.
You may request to transfer your journey to another traveler, subject to availability and approval by Soul India and/or our local operator.
Please contact us as early as possible if you need to request a transfer.
Yes. Journey prices are quoted per person and are generally based on double occupancy, meaning two guests sharing a room.
Single occupancy may be available for an additional fee. Please contact us for applicable single-occupancy pricing.
Yes. Solo travelers are welcome on Soul India journeys.
Journey prices are generally based on double occupancy. Single occupancy may be available for an additional fee. Please review the specific journey or contact us for single-occupancy pricing and availability.
Each journey is different.
Please review the specific journey page for the services and experiences included in that program.
Depending on the journey, this may include accommodations, activities, meals, transportation, domestic flights or trains, and other services.
International airfare between your home country and India is not included.
Transportation included within your journey is specified on each individual program page and may include domestic flights, trains, and ground transportation.
For programs that travel between India and other countries, such as Nepal or Bhutan, international flights between destinations within the program may be included when specifically stated in the itinerary.
Please review the individual journey page carefully to see exactly what is included in your program.
Your journey is supported by our Soul India team and our trusted local partner/operator in India.
Our local team coordinates the services and support included in your journey.
Yes.
You are not simply booking a trip—you are beginning a journey with a team behind you.
Before your arrival, our team will help you with the necessary information and preparations.
Once you are in India, our trusted local partner/operator will support and coordinate the services included in your journey.
Our intention is for you to feel cared for, guided, and supported throughout your experience.
Yes. Travelers are responsible for obtaining the appropriate visa before traveling to India.
For eligible travelers, including U.S. passport holders, India offers an online e-Visa process. The application is completed online through the official Government of India e-Visa portal.
Because visa requirements may change, travelers should review the current requirements and apply directly through the official Government of India website before departure.
Yes. Travelers are responsible for obtaining their own travel medical insurance before departure. Travel insurance is not included in the journey price.
Travelers should make sure their coverage is appropriate for their individual travel and medical needs, including the destinations and activities included in their journey.
Please let us know about any food allergies, intolerances, or dietary restrictions before your journey.
Soul India Journeys will make reasonable efforts to communicate dietary needs to restaurants, hotels, and food providers. However, food preparation standards, ingredients, and labeling practices in India may differ from those in the United States, and cross-contamination may occur despite best efforts. We cannot guarantee an allergen-free environment.
Travelers are responsible for managing their food allergies and dietary needs during the trip and will be asked to complete our Food Allergy Disclosure & Liability Waiver Form before travel.
Travelers are asked to disclose any medical, physical, or psychological conditions that may affect their ability to safely participate in international travel, group activities, variable climates, or situations where access to medical care may be limited.
Participants should also disclose current medications, allergies, recent surgeries or injuries, mobility limitations, and any special accommodations that may be required.
Before traveling, participants will be asked to complete our confidential Medical Disclosure & Participant Health Declaration. Travelers are responsible for determining that they are medically fit to participate and for obtaining recommended vaccinations, preventive medications, and travel medical insurance before departure.
If a participant becomes ill or injured and is unable to provide consent, Soul India Journeys, its partners/operators in India, guides, and representatives are authorized to obtain emergency medical treatment on the participant's behalf.
Participants are financially responsible for medical care, evacuation, medications, and related expenses incurred.
No. Ayurvedic and traditional Indian wellness experiences offered as part of certain Soul India programs are provided for cultural, educational, and wellness purposes and are not a substitute for professional medical or mental health care.
Certain programs may include optional Ayurvedic wellness experiences, including consultations, herbal preparations, oil treatments, Panchakarma-related treatments, dietary recommendations, yoga, breathwork, meditation, and lifestyle guidance.
These services may be provided by independent third-party practitioners. Travelers are responsible for deciding whether to participate, disclosing relevant medical conditions, allergies, and medications, and determining whether to consult a licensed healthcare provider before participating.
No results or benefits from Ayurvedic or Panchakarma treatments are guaranteed.
Absolutely. We understand that choosing a journey to India can come with questions, and you are welcome to speak with us before making your decision.
Whether you have questions about a journey, travel dates, accommodations, payment options, or preparing for your trip, our team is happy to help.
Choosing a journey to India is an important decision. Take the time you need, explore your options, and contact us whenever you have questions.
When the time feels right, we'll be here to help you take the next step.
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