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1,200+ verified guides80+ Indian destinations4.9★ average rating

For Travelers

Travel the Way Locals Do

Skip the tourist traps. Every TravelSaathi guide is personally vetted to give you the kind of experience that doesn't show up in guidebooks.

Verified Local Experts

Every guide is ID-checked and background-verified before joining our platform. You're in safe, knowledgeable hands.

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Clear per-hour and per-tour rates with zero hidden fees. Know exactly what you're paying before you book.

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Book instantly and message your guide directly before arrival. Build a connection before you even land.

Curated Experiences

Hand-picked itineraries and off-the-beaten-path gems that only a true local would know.

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For Guides

Share Your City. Earn on Your Terms.

Turn your local knowledge into a thriving income. Join thousands of guides already earning with TravelSaathi across India.

  • Flexible Earnings

    Set your own schedule and rates. Work when you want, earn what you deserve.

  • Easy Profile Setup

    Go live in under 30 minutes. Our guided setup makes it effortless to showcase your expertise.

  • Low Platform Fee

    Keep more of what you earn — we only take 12%. No surprise charges, ever.

  • Global Reach

    Connect with travelers from 60+ countries who are actively seeking authentic Indian experiences.

Simple Process

Your Adventure in 3 Simple Steps

Search Your Destination
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Search Your Destination

Find guides in 80+ cities across India. Filter by specialty, language, price, and availability.

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Choose a Verified Local Guide

Read authentic reviews, check specialties and languages, and message your guide directly before booking.

Book Securely & Explore
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Top-Rated Guides

Meet Our Top-Rated Guides

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Priya S. — local guide in Mumbai
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Priya S.

Mumbai

From ₹3,780/hr

4.97· 143 reviews
CulinaryHidden GemsStreet Art
EnglishHindiMarathi
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Arjun R. — local guide in Delhi
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Arjun R.

Delhi

From ₹4,200/hr

4.99· 218 reviews
Mughal HistoryStreet FoodOld Delhi
EnglishHindiUrdu
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Kavya N. — local guide in Jaipur
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Kavya N.

Jaipur

From ₹3,360/hr

4.96· 187 reviews
Rajput HeritageTextile ArtsCulinary
EnglishHindiRajasthani
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Rohan V. — local guide in Varanasi
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Rohan V.

Varanasi

From ₹3,780/hr

4.98· 312 reviews
Spiritual HeritageGhatsClassical Music
EnglishHindiSanskrit
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Meera K. — local guide in Kochi
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Meera K.

Kochi

From ₹3,192/hr

4.95· 96 reviews
Spice Trade HistorySeafoodBackwaters
EnglishMalayalamTamil
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Vikram S. — local guide in Kolkata
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Vikram S.

Kolkata

From ₹3,528/hr

4.97· 241 reviews
Colonial HeritageBengali LiteratureStreet Food
EnglishBengaliHindi
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Every guide submits government-issued ID and passes a background check before their first booking.

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Traveler Stories

Journeys That Changed Everything

"Priya took us through Mumbai's Dharavi in a way that completely changed how I see the city. It wasn't a tour — it was a conversation with a place I'd never have understood on my own."
Sarah M.

Sarah M.

Mumbai, India

"Arjun's Old Delhi walk was the highlight of our entire India trip. He knew every hidden haveli, every legendary chai stall. We felt like we were seeing the real Delhi, not the postcard version."
James & Lena T.

James & Lena T.

Delhi, India

"Kavya's bazaar tour through Jaipur was extraordinary. Three hours felt like three minutes. I came home with block-printed fabrics, recipes, and a completely new relationship with Rajasthani culture."
Claire D.

Claire D.

Jaipur, India

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