Do I have to book the $10 call first?

No, but almost everyone does. It's the fastest way to know which of the four services actually fits — instead of guessing from a page.

Can I upgrade later from a plan to curated?

Yes. If you've already done the $10 call or Your India Plan, that work becomes context for the curated scoping — you're not starting from zero. How that carries into the curated quote is something we'll discuss directly before you commit.

Do you plan trips outside India?

No. StayLocal is India-only, by design. The advice is first-hand — I only sell what I've actually traveled.

What if my dates or plans change?

Reach out on WhatsApp. Plans get updated. Curated trips get re-scoped. The relationship is with a real person, not a booking form.

Services

Four honest paths through India. Pick your level of help.

One person. Four services. Real time on the ground behind every recommendation. Start with a $10 call — or scope a trip that's planned and booked end-to-end.

How StayLocal works

Three steps. No forms. No quiz funnel.

Tell me about your trip

Book a $10 call or send a WhatsApp message. Share your dates, interests and doubts — no form-filling, just a conversation.

Pick the level of help you want

One call. A full plan. Plan plus a personal local guide. Or the whole trip planned and booked end-to-end.

Travel with a real person in your corner

WhatsApp reach before and during your trip. Honest answers when things get confusing — because they will.

The four services in detail

What each one includes — and what you still handle.

Everything below is the actual promise. Nothing invented, nothing hidden. Prices and inclusions match the pricing page exactly.

60-minute private 1:1

Expert Consultation

60 minutes, one-to-one, with Tapan.

$1060-minute video call

Who this is for

Travelers who want honest, unbiased answers before committing to a plan or a booking. If you're stuck between three routes, unsure what's a scam, or just want a real person to sanity-check your India trip — start here.

What you receive

60-minute 1:1 video call with Tapan
Ask anything about traveling in India
Destination and route recommendations
Honest local advice — what's worth it, what isn't
Scam and tourist-trap awareness
Follow-up notes over WhatsApp or email

What you still handle

Booking your own accommodation and transport
Building the day-by-day itinerary yourself
On-the-ground logistics once you land

Full plan

Your India Plan

A personalized India travel plan, built around you.

$150Delivered within 5–7 days

Who this is for

Independent travelers who want a real, personal India itinerary — not a generic tour brochure. You'll do the bookings yourself, but with a plan that actually fits how you travel.

What you receive

Custom itinerary based on your travel style
Destination selection tailored to you
Recommended routes and pacing
Trusted stays, food and experiences
Local transport guidance
Scam and safety awareness for your route
Google Maps + useful links bundle
WhatsApp support during your trip

What you still handle

Booking stays, buses, trains and flights yourself
On-the-ground translation and navigation
Reaching out on WhatsApp when questions come up

Plan + support

Curated India + Personal Local Guide

Your India plan, plus a trusted local person on the ground.

$150–$300Delivered within 5–7 days

Scales with trip length and complexity

Who this is for

First-time visitors who want the plan and a real human they can reach when things get confusing. Great for solo travelers, couples, or anyone who wants a trusted local person on the ground without booking a full curated trip.

What you receive

Everything in Your India Plan
Trusted local person available during your trip
Local guidance and honest recommendations
Help with navigation and directions
Translation and communication help when needed
Priority WhatsApp support

What you still handle

Booking your own accommodation and transport (with recommendations)
Everyday logistics — but with a local person a message away

White-glove

Fully Curated India

Your entire India trip — planned, booked, and handled.

$1,000–$3,000+Scoped and quoted after a discovery call

Depends on length, region and accommodation tier

Who this is for

Travelers who want their India trip planned, booked and organized end-to-end. You show up with your bag; everything else is handled and quoted transparently.

What you receive

Complete itinerary and pacing
Accommodation selected and booked
Transport planned and booked
Curated experiences and activities
Vetted local guides where useful
On-trip local support
Priority WhatsApp during your trip

What you still handle

Showing up on the dates we agree
Being open to the pace we scope together on the discovery call

Principles

What every StayLocal service holds itself to.

No confusion.

You will always know exactly what you're getting, what it costs, and what happens next.

No hidden costs.

Prices are the prices. Nothing added at checkout, no surprise fees on the ground.

No time wasted.

Advice is direct and personal. You don't sit through a sales pitch — you talk to Tapan.

Common questions

Before you book, the things people ask.

Do I have to book the $10 call first?: No, but almost everyone does. It's the fastest way to know which of the four services actually fits — instead of guessing from a page.
Can I upgrade later from a plan to curated?: Yes. If you've already done the $10 call or Your India Plan, that work becomes context for the curated scoping — you're not starting from zero. How that carries into the curated quote is something we'll discuss directly before you commit.
Do you plan trips outside India?: No. StayLocal is India-only, by design. The advice is first-hand — I only sell what I've actually traveled.
What if my dates or plans change?: Reach out on WhatsApp. Plans get updated. Curated trips get re-scoped. The relationship is with a real person, not a booking form.

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