Le Passage to India – India for Meetings, Incentives & Corporate Events
Le Passage to India is recognised as India's leading Destination Management Company, focusing on incoming Incentive, Meeting, and Conference groups. Since its establishment in 2004, Le Passage to India has developed a comprehensive country-wide network, deeply rooted in the MICE industry. They own a vast network of offices in India and have strategic partnerships in Nepal, Bhutan and Sri Lanka. Their commitment to quality assurance surpasses that of many DMCs; this ensures peace of mind for your event. With their team of innovative, multi-lingual professionals, Le Passage to India designs unique programmes that stand out at any event.
India
India is a destination of contrasts. Here, the bustling streets meet quiet historical sites and the modern blends with the ancient. Visitors encounter diverse cultures, witness the daily life of its people, and experience events like the festival of Diwali. The Taj Mahal stands as a symbol of love and dedication, while the warmth of the locals offers a unique sense of hospitality. For MICE events, India provides a setting that combines tradition with modernity, ensuring every gathering is impactful.
Facts & Figures
Key Regions
Delhi – Conferences, corporate meetings, business events, heritage and the starting point for Golden Triangle programmes.
Mumbai – Financial and commercial hub, corporate events, conferences, dining and multi-destination programmes with Goa.
Bengaluru – Technology and business events, corporate meetings and innovation-focused programmes.
Agra – Taj Mahal, Mughal heritage and incentive programmes as part of the Golden Triangle.
Jaipur – Palaces, forts, heritage hotels, cultural experiences and incentive events.
Udaipur – Lakes, palaces, luxury accommodation, private events and incentive programmes.
Jodhpur – Forts, heritage, desert experiences, cultural programmes and distinctive event settings.
Key Airports
Major cities like Delhi, Mumbai, and Bangalore host international airports. Direct flights from the UK take approximately 8-9 hours.
Time Difference
UTC +5:30
Main Languages
Hindi and English, among various regional languages
Currency
Indian Rupee
Weather & Seasons
India offers a diverse climate, with generally hot summers, a monsoon season, and mild winters. Temperatures and conditions can vary significantly across regions.
Conferences
ndia offers conference and meeting facilities across major business cities, specialist convention venues, hotels and distinctive destination properties.
Delhi, Mumbai and Bengaluru are particularly relevant for larger corporate meetings and conferences, while other destinations can provide smaller or more unusual settings for executive programmes, retreats and incentive meetings.
India's national MICE strategy identifies conferences and business events as an important growth area, with the government actively promoting the country as a conference destination and developing infrastructure and destination support.
Le Passage to India can assist with destination selection, venue sourcing, accommodation, transportation, event logistics and the wider programme around the meeting.
Incentives
India provides corporate groups with a wide choice of environments for retreats and team-building programmes.
Teams can combine strategy sessions in a city hotel with cultural activities in Rajasthan, wellness experiences in Kerala, outdoor activities in the Himalayas or relaxation on the coast.
The variety of destinations also allows programmes to change pace, giving delegates time for productive meetings alongside experiences designed to build relationships and reward performance.
Le Passage to India can coordinate accommodation, transportation, activities and meeting requirements as one integrated retreat programme.
Why Le Passage to India?
Established Indian DMC
Le Passage to India was established in 2004 and has developed a country-wide network with deep experience in the MICE sector.
Nationwide destination expertise
With operations and destination knowledge across India, Le Passage can support programmes in multiple regions rather than being limited to one city or area.
MICE specialists
The company focuses on incoming incentive, meeting and conference groups, giving planners access to a team experienced in corporate programmes.
Tailor-made programmes
Le Passage to India designs bespoke programmes around the client's requirements rather than relying solely on standard itineraries.
One DMC for multi-destination programmes
A nationwide network allows planners to coordinate complex programmes across several Indian destinations through one DMC relationship.
Quality assurance
Le Passage to India states that it was the first Indian DMC to achieve ISO 9001:2015 certification and has received India's National Tourism Awards five times. These are company-level credentials rather than destination-specific awards.
Wider Indian subcontinent capability
Le Passage also has strategic partnerships in Nepal, Bhutan and Sri Lanka, giving event planners the option of extending programmes beyond India through the same wider network.
