How much does an international tour package cost when booked through MIT?
It depends on the destination, season, hotel category, and number of travellers - a Dubai long weekend, a Thailand week, and a multi-country Europe circuit sit at very different price points. Share your dates and preferences with MIT and you'll get a customised quote rather than a generic listed price.
How far in advance should I book an international holiday?
As a general rule, book visa-heavy destinations like Europe/Schengen countries, Japan, and Turkey around 6-8 weeks ahead so there's comfortable time for visa processing and better flight fares. For shorter-haul, easier-visa destinations like Dubai, Thailand, Bali, Sri Lanka, or the Maldives, 3-4 weeks is usually workable, though booking earlier still helps with flight and hotel rates during peak season.
What is typically included in an MIT international tour package?
A standard package covers hotel stays, airport and sightseeing transfers, planned excursions, and visa assistance where required; flights can be included or booked separately depending on what works best for you. Because every itinerary is customised, MIT will confirm exactly what's included before you book.
Does MIT help with visa applications for international trips?
Yes. MIT guides you through visa documentation and application requirements for destinations such as Dubai, Schengen Europe, Japan, and others, based on current embassy/consulate requirements at the time of travel.
Is Thailand or Dubai better for a first international trip?
Both work well for first-time international travellers - short flight times from South India, relatively straightforward visa processes, and a strong mix of experiences (beaches and temples in Thailand, city and desert experiences in Dubai). The right choice usually comes down to whether you want a beach-and-culture trip or a city-and-shopping trip, and MIT can help you decide based on your interests and trip length.
Can MIT plan honeymoon packages to Bali or the Maldives?
Yes, honeymoon itineraries to Bali, the Maldives, and similar destinations are one of the more common requests MIT handles, with hotel and villa options built around privacy, romance-focused inclusions, and your budget.
Can I customise an existing package, or do I have to pick from fixed itineraries?
MIT doesn't work off rigid, fixed packages. Every international itinerary - destinations, number of days, hotel category, pace of sightseeing - is built around what you actually want, then quoted accordingly.
Is Vietnam or Sri Lanka a good lower-cost alternative to Thailand?
Both can work out more budget-friendly than Thailand for a similar style of trip, depending on the season and hotel category chosen. Vietnam suits travellers keen on culture, history, and food; Sri Lanka works well for a shorter-haul mix of beaches, hill country, and wildlife. MIT can compare options across all three based on your dates and budget.
When is the best time to visit Switzerland or Europe?
April to June and September to October are generally considered the most pleasant months for sightseeing across most of Europe, with milder weather and fewer crowds than peak summer. December through February suits travellers who specifically want snow and winter scenery in Switzerland and similar Alpine regions. MIT can time your itinerary to match what you're after.
Does MIT handle group tours, or only individual and family bookings?
Both. MIT plans FIT (individual and family) international trips as well as group departures for friend groups, communities, and corporate teams looking for an incentive or MICE trip abroad.
How long does visa processing usually take for destinations like Dubai or Europe?
Processing times are set by the respective embassies/consulates and can vary by season and individual case, so MIT recommends starting the visa process as early as comfortably possible rather than relying on a fixed number of days. MIT will advise on the current expected timeline when you book.
What documents are usually needed for a Schengen or Europe visa?
Typical requirements include a valid passport with sufficient validity, passport-size photographs, proof of accommodation and travel itinerary, financial/bank statements, travel insurance, and an employment or business proof letter. Exact requirements vary by country and can change, so MIT will confirm the current checklist for your specific itinerary.
Can MIT arrange international trips for corporate groups or MICE events?
Yes, MIT plans corporate international travel including incentive trips and MICE-style group programmes, with itineraries built around the group's schedule and objectives.
Does MIT provide travel insurance for international trips?
MIT advises on travel insurance as part of your booking and can guide you towards suitable cover, particularly for visa-mandated destinations like the Schengen countries where insurance is a requirement, not just a recommendation.
Do I need to arrange foreign exchange myself, or does MIT help with that too?
MIT can guide you on forex planning as part of your trip preparation, so you have a sense of how much to carry in cash versus card for your specific destination.
Do Indian travellers need a visa for Bhutan?
Indian nationals don't need a traditional visa for Bhutan but do need a permit, which is arranged as part of the travel process. MIT can plan a Bhutan itinerary and walk you through the permit requirements.
What's the difference between a Bali package and a Thailand package?
Bali itineraries typically lean towards villas, beaches, rice-terrace and temple sightseeing, and a slower, more relaxed pace, while Thailand packages usually combine city stops (Bangkok, Pattaya) with beach time (Phuket, Krabi) and more variety in activities and nightlife. Both are popular for honeymoons and leisure trips - MIT can help you pick based on the vibe you're after.
Which MIT branch should I contact for an international booking?
You can reach any MIT office - the head office in Mysore, or the branches in Bangalore, Hyderabad, Coimbatore, or Cochin - and the team will handle your international itinerary regardless of which branch you walk into. Phone/WhatsApp +91 96119 57301 and landline 0821 424 7111 reach the same team.
Can I book just flights through MIT, or does it have to be a full package?
Both options are available. If you only need international flight tickets, MIT can book those separately; if you want hotels, transfers, and sightseeing arranged too, it becomes a full package.
Is a Maldives package always an overwater villa stay?
No - overwater villas are one option, usually at a higher price point, but beach villas and more budget-conscious resort categories are also available in the Maldives. MIT will show you a range of resort categories so you can pick based on your budget.
How many days should I plan for a Japan trip or a Europe trip?
For Japan, around 7-10 days lets you comfortably cover a couple of cities such as Tokyo, Kyoto, and Osaka without rushing. For a first Europe trip, 10-14 days is common if you're covering 2-3 countries, though MIT can plan shorter single-country trips or longer multi-country circuits depending on how much time you have.
Can MIT combine Turkey, Georgia, and Azerbaijan into one itinerary?
Yes, Turkey-Georgia-Azerbaijan is one of the emerging combination routes MIT plans, taking advantage of relatively short flight connections between the three and giving you a mix of Istanbul's history, Georgia's mountains and old towns, and Azerbaijan's Baku cityscape in a single trip.
Is Singapore-Malaysia a good combined itinerary, or should I visit them separately?
Singapore and Malaysia combine well in a single trip since they're a short bus, train, or flight connection apart - many travellers pair a few days in Singapore with Kuala Lumpur, Penang, or Langkawi. MIT can plan it as one combined itinerary or as separate trips, whichever suits your time and interest.
What happens if I need to change my itinerary at the last minute during an international trip?
MIT stays reachable over phone and WhatsApp while you're travelling, so if a flight gets rescheduled, plans shift, or you want to tweak the itinerary mid-trip, you have a point of contact to help sort it out rather than being on your own.
How do I get started with booking an international tour package through MIT?
Reach out over WhatsApp or phone at +91 96119 57301, call the landline at 0821 424 7111, or email mitb2btravels@gmail.com with your destination(s) and travel dates. MIT will follow up with a customised itinerary and quote.