Three Islands, Every Andaman Highlight — The Complete Circuit
Eight days that bring together every major Andaman destination into a single, comprehensive circuit — Port Blair's coral reefs and colonial history, the quiet, little-visited beaches of Neil Island, and a full two days at Havelock Island covering both Radha Nagar Beach and the Elephant Beach snorkelling excursion.
The tour opens with two nights in Port Blair: Corbyn's Cove Beach and a harbour cruise on arrival, followed by a full-day excursion to North Bay (Coral Island) for snorkelling and a nature walk on Ross Island amid the ruins of the former British administrative headquarters.
A ferry crossing brings you to Neil Island (Shaheed Dweep) — considerably quieter and less developed than Havelock, known for three distinctive beaches: Sitapur, Bharatpur, and Lakshmanpur, each with its own character. From Neil, a further ferry continues to Havelock Island for two full nights, taking in Radha Nagar Beach (Beach No. 7, consistently rated among Asia's finest) and a dedicated excursion to Elephant Beach for snorkelling among vivid coral reefs, reached by traditional dinghy boat.
The circuit concludes with a return to Port Blair for two further nights, including a full city tour taking in the Cellular Jail and its genuinely moving evening Sound and Light Show — the most complete short-format introduction to the Andaman Islands we offer.
What makes this journey special
Your journey, unfolded
Meet and greet on arrival at Port Blair Airport, with transfer to your hotel. In the afternoon, visit Corbyn's Cove Beach, followed by a Harbour Cruise aboard a steamer past Viper Island, calling at seven points around the harbour. Evening free for leisure.
After breakfast, a full-day excursion to Coral Island (North Bay) for coral reefs, ornamental fish, and other marine life, with optional snorkelling. Continue to Ross Island for a nature walk amid deer, peacocks, exotic birds, and colonial-era ruins. Evening free for leisure.
After breakfast, check out and transfer to the jetty for the ferry to Neil Island (Shaheed Dweep), approximately 2 hours. On arrival, check in to your hotel. Neil Island is considerably quieter and less developed than Havelock — visit the sandy beaches at Sitapur, Bharatpur, and Lakshmanpur, each with its own distinctive character. Evening free for leisure.
This morning, check out from your hotel and transfer to Neil Jetty for the ferry to Havelock Island. On arrival, check in to your hotel. Enjoy the afternoon at Radha Nagar Beach (Beach No. 7), widely regarded as Asia's best beach — wide, powder-white sand and clear turquoise water framed by tropical forest. Evening free for leisure.
After breakfast, proceed to Elephant Beach for an adventurous snorkelling experience. Located near the eastern coast of Havelock Island, Elephant Beach is reached by dinghy — a small, traditionally carved wooden fishing motor boat. Snorkel on the surface of the water to view the vivid underwater coral reefs below. Evening free for leisure.
After breakfast, check out and transfer to Havelock Jetty for the return ferry to Port Blair (approximately 2.5 hours). On arrival, check in to your hotel. Evening free for leisure.
After breakfast, a full-day city tour of Port Blair. Visit the Cellular Jail, the colonial-era prison built to isolate India's freedom fighters, now a National Memorial, along with the Chatham Saw Mill, Forest Museum, Mini Zoo, Anthropological Museum, Samudrika Naval Marine Museum, and the Andaman Water Sports Complex. Afternoon free for shopping. In the evening, witness the enthralling Sound and Light Show at Cellular Jail.
After breakfast, check out from your hotel and transfer to Port Blair Airport for your onward journey. Tour concludes.
Inclusions & Exclusions
Included ✓
- ✓ 7 nights accommodation on twin/triple-share basis
- ✓ Buffet meals as specified in the itinerary
- ✓ Ferry tickets, Port Blair–Neil Island–Havelock–Port Blair
- ✓ Dinghy boat ride to Elephant Beach
- ✓ Sightseeing tours by chauffeur-driven AC vehicle as per itinerary
- ✓ 1 bottle of mineral water per person per day
- ✓ All applicable Indian GST
Not Included ✗
- ✗ International / domestic airfare to Port Blair
- ✗ Visa charges (foreign nationals; Restricted Area Permit issued free on arrival)
- ✗ Entrance fees / camera charges at monuments and attractions
- ✗ Snorkelling equipment rental at Elephant Beach (payable locally)
- ✗ Tipping — an entirely personal gesture
- ✗ Laundry, drinks, and items of a personal nature
Your questions, answered
Neil Island (officially Shaheed Dweep) is considerably smaller, quieter, and less developed than Havelock — there are no large resorts or crowds, just a handful of guesthouses and three distinctive beaches (Sitapur for sunrise, Bharatpur for calm swimming, and Lakshmanpur for sunset and dramatic rock formations). Many travellers who have visited both islands describe Neil as feeling like 'Havelock 15 years ago' — a peaceful contrast before the more lively Radha Nagar Beach experience.
Among our standard packages, yes — this 8-day circuit is our most comprehensive, covering all three of the Andamans' essential islands (Port Blair, Neil, and Havelock) with genuine time at each. If you have even more time available, we can extend this further to include Baratang Island's limestone caves and mud volcanoes, or additional days for diving certification at Havelock.
November to May is the ideal season — calm seas, excellent underwater visibility for snorkelling and diving, and pleasant temperatures (24–31°C). The monsoon (June–September/October) brings rough seas, reduced ferry reliability between islands, and limited water sports availability.
Port Blair's Veer Savarkar International Airport has direct daily flights from Chennai, Kolkata, Delhi, Bangalore, and Mumbai (approximately 2–2.5 hours from most mainland cities). There is no road or rail access — flying is the only practical way to reach the islands.
Indian nationals require no special permit for Port Blair, Havelock (Swaraj Dweep), Neil Island (Shaheed Dweep), and most tourist areas, just a valid photo ID. Foreign nationals receive a free Restricted Area Permit (RAP) automatically on arrival at Port Blair Airport, valid for 30 days — no advance application needed for most nationalities.
Absolutely. Every Discover India tour is fully private and built around your preferences. We can extend any island, add scuba diving certification courses, or adjust the order of stops. Submit an enquiry and our specialists will tailor it for you at no obligation.
Cancellations 60+ days before departure receive a full refund minus a small admin fee. 30–59 days: 75% refund. 15–29 days: 50% refund. Under 15 days: no refund. We strongly recommend comprehensive travel insurance, particularly given the inter-island ferry dependency on weather.
October to March is ideal — comfortable temperatures (15–28°C), clear skies, and the best conditions for sightseeing, fort treks, and wildlife safaris. April–June brings intense heat (up to 45°C); July–September is monsoon, with some relief from the heat but reduced safari access in the tiger reserves.
Absolutely. Every Discover India tour is fully private and built around your preferences. We can adjust the duration, swap destinations, change hotel categories, or add extensions. Submit an enquiry and our specialists will redesign the itinerary for you at no obligation.
We include carefully selected 4-star and 5-star hotels throughout — heritage havelis, palace hotels, and well-appointed properties near the wildlife reserves, all personally vetted by our team. Upgrades to palace hotels or luxury tented camps are available on request.
Most nationalities can apply for an Indian e-Visa online at indianvisaonline.gov.in. Processing typically takes 3–5 business days and costs $25–$80 USD depending on your nationality. Apply at least 2 weeks before travel.
Cancellations 60+ days before departure receive a full refund minus a small admin fee. 30–59 days: 75% refund. 15–29 days: 50% refund. Under 15 days: no refund. We strongly recommend comprehensive travel insurance.
