Complete Guide & Rates 2025

We get a lot of calls from families trying to decide between three Innovas or one tempo traveller. Just last week, a group of 11 realized the traveller would save them almost ₹4,000 and meant everyone travelled together instead of in separate groups. So they asked for 12 seater tempo traveller hire in Delhi.

That’s the actual thing about a 12 seater tempo traveller hire in Delhi. Once people try it for a group trip, they rarely go back to juggling multiple cabs. It’s just easier, cheaper, and honestly a lot more fun.

If you’re planning a trip and wondering whether this is the right vehicle for your group — here’s everything you actually need to know.

So What Exactly Is a 12 Seater Tempo Traveller?

Think of it as a proper group vehicle not a stretched SUV, not a bus. A 12 seater tempo traveller seats 12 passengers plus the driver, with a layout that’s actually designed for long journeys rather than just cramming people in.

The standard seating arrangement looks like this:

• 9 seats in a 1×1 layout one on each side of the aisle
• 3 sofa-style seats at the back
• Real legroom between rows, not the knees-to-headrest situation you get in cabs
• A proper boot at the back for luggage

For groups of 10 to 12 people, it hits the sweet spot perfectly. Big enough for everyone, small enough to navigate through regular roads and hill station lanes

AC or Non-AC — Which One Makes Sense?

Short answer: go AC for almost any outstation trip. Here’s a quick comparison if you’re weighing it up:

Feature	AC Tempo Traveller	Non-AC Tempo Traveller
Best used for	Long trips, summers, hill stations	Short local city rides
Comfort level	High cool, fresh air throughout	Moderate windows open
Price difference	Slightly higher per km	A bit lower
Our honest opinion	Worth every rupee on 6+ hour drives	Only if budget is very tight

Delhi summers are brutal, and even on a Shimla or Manali run, the plains stretch is long and hot. Splitting the AC premium across 12 people usually works out to less than ₹50 per person extra not worth skipping.

One thing to know: on very steep mountain roads (think Rohtang Pass or Atal Tunnel approach), the driver may switch off the AC briefly to protect the engine. It’s standard practice across all operators, nothing to worry about.

Our Actual Rates No Surprises

We’re not big fans of ‘call for pricing’ pages that tell you nothing. So here’s exactly what First Fly Holiday charges for a 12 seater tempo traveller hire in Delhi:

Outstation Trips (Per Km Rate)

• ₹24 per km
• Minimum 250 km per day
• Driver allowance: ₹600 per day
• GST at 5% extra
• Toll tax and state tax charged at actuals we show you the receipts

Local Delhi Tours

• Half day (4 hours / 40 km): Call us for a quote
• Full day (8 hours / 80 km): Call us for a quote

What’s not included: parking fees, monument entry tickets, personal meals, interstate permits for certain states. We’ll tell you all of this upfront before you confirm.

Approximate Costs by Destination

Based on ₹24/km with the 250 km daily minimum, here’s what popular routes will roughly cost you:

Destination	Distance from Delhi	Approx Cost Per Day
Agra	230 km	₹6,600 + driver + taxes
Jaipur	280 km	₹7,200 + driver + taxes
Haridwar / Rishikesh	250 km	₹6,600 + driver + taxes
Nainital	310 km	₹7,800 + driver + taxes
Amritsar	450 km	₹10,800 + driver + taxes
Shimla	370 km	₹9,000 + driver + taxes
Manali	530 km	₹12,720 + driver + taxes

These are ballpark figures — final cost depends on your pickup point, number of days, and exact route. Multi-day trips also have driver accommodation costs. Call us and we’ll give you a proper breakdown in 5 minutes.

What You Get With Every First Fly Holiday Tempo Traveller

A few things we take seriously that not every operator does:

• Full AC serviced regularly, not the kind that gives up on a hot afternoon
• Pushback reclining seats with headrests and armrests
• Music system with Bluetooth and aux bring your playlist
• USB charging at every seat (no fighting over one charger)
• Enough boot space for proper luggage, not just hand bags
• GPS tracking on every vehicle
• First aid kit on board
• Driver who actually knows the outstation routes, not just Delhi lanes
• Vehicles that are regularly serviced we don’t send you off in something held together with hope

We’re available 365 days a year, including peak season, long weekends, and festival dates though for those, book early.

Where Do People Usually Go?

Our 12 seater tempo traveller hire in Delhi covers pretty much all of North India. The most common routes we run:

Himachal Pradesh: Shimla, Manali, Kasol, Dharamshala, Dalhousie, Spiti Valley

Uttarakhand: Haridwar, Rishikesh, Nainital, Mussoorie, Jim Corbett, Kedarnath, Badrinath

Rajasthan: Jaipur, Udaipur, Jodhpur, Jaisalmer, Pushkar

Uttar Pradesh: Agra, Mathura, Vrindavan, Varanasi, Ayodhya, Prayagraj

Punjab: Amritsar, Wagah Border, Chandigarh, Anandpur Sahib

Same-day trips to Agra, weekend runs to Rishikesh, week-long Himachal circuits we’ve done all of them many times over.

How to Book

No online forms to fill, no waiting 24 hours for a response. Here’s how it works:

• Call or WhatsApp us with your travel date, destination, and number of passengers
• We give you a full quote vehicle cost, driver allowance, and estimated taxes
• You confirm with an advance payment and we lock in your vehicle
• Driver shows up at your doorstep on the day, on time

That’s it. We’re reachable all day, every day including last-minute bookings when things don’t go as planned.

Frequently Asked Questions

What’s the minimum booking duration for outstation trips?

For outstation, the minimum is one full day with 250 km included. For local Delhi sightseeing, you can book from 4 hours onwards.

Are tolls and state taxes included in the ₹24/km rate?

No and we’re upfront about this. Tolls, state tax, and parking are charged at actuals and added to your final bill. We show you the receipts, no markups.

Can I book a one-way trip only?

Yes, one-way bookings are available. The pricing factors in the driver’s return distance, so it’ll be a little higher than a round trip on a per-km basis. We’ll tell you the exact figure before you confirm.

Does the AC actually work properly in hill stations?

Yes. Our vehicles are regularly serviced and the AC works well. On very steep sections Rohtang Pass, certain Spiti stretches the driver may turn it off briefly for engine protection. This is standard across all operators and typically lasts only 10–15 minutes at a stretch.

How far in advance should I book?

For peak season (May–June and October–November), book at least a week ahead vehicles fill up fast. For regular weekdays in off-season, 2–3 days is usually fine. If you’re travelling on a long weekend or holiday, treat it like peak season and book early.

Have a trip coming up? Give us a call or drop a WhatsApp message we’ll sort out the vehicle, quote, and booking in one conversation. No back-and-forth, no hidden charges.