Privacy
Policy

To craft your perfect journey across India, Next Drive India collects the following categories of data:

We collect data directly from you via booking forms and account registration, and automatically through cookies and analytics as you browse our site.

Next Drive India uses your information to:

• Process & Confirm Bookings — arrange transport, accommodation, guides, and itineraries across India.
• Communicate with You — send confirmations, travel documents, and support responses.
• Personalise Your Experience — tailor recommendations based on your travel history and preferences.
• Marketing & Promotions — share newsletters and destination highlights (only with your consent; opt out anytime).
• Legal & Compliance — comply with Indian government regulations, tourism licensing, and tax obligations.
• Service Improvement — analyse usage patterns to enhance our website and tour offerings.
• Fraud Prevention — detect and prevent fraudulent bookings or unauthorised access.

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal data. We share necessary information only with trusted partners to fulfil your travel arrangements:

• Hotel & Resort Partners — to confirm accommodation bookings at your destination.
• Transport Providers — cab operators, bus services, and flight/train platforms used in your itinerary.
• Licensed Tour Guides — local guides who assist during your tour across Indian states.
• Payment Gateways — PCI-DSS compliant processors for secure online payments.
• Government Authorities — when required by Indian law, court order, or regulatory requirements.
• Insurance Providers — if you opt for travel insurance as part of your package.

Our website uses cookies and similar technologies to improve your experience:

• Essential Cookies — required for core functionality like session management and your booking cart.
• Analytics Cookies — help us understand how visitors interact with our site (e.g., Google Analytics).
• Marketing Cookies — used to show you relevant tour promotions on partner platforms.
• Preference Cookies — remember your language, currency, and destination choices.

You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings. Disabling essential cookies may affect website functionality.

Next Drive India implements industry-standard measures to protect your data:

• SSL/TLS encryption for all data transmitted through our website.
• Secure, access-controlled servers hosted in India.
• Regular security audits and vulnerability assessments.
• Staff training on data privacy and handling procedures.
• Two-factor authentication for admin and employee accounts.

Under applicable Indian data protection laws, you have the following rights:

• Right to Access — request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
• Right to Correction — ask us to correct inaccurate or incomplete information.
• Right to Deletion — request deletion of your data, subject to legal obligations.
• Right to Object — opt out of marketing communications at any time.
• Right to Portability — receive your data in a structured, machine-readable format.
• Right to Withdraw Consent — where processing is consent-based, withdraw it at any time.

To exercise any right, email us at nextdrive@nextdriveindia.in. We will respond within 30 business days.

Next Drive India may link to third-party websites, travel blogs, or partner portals. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those sites. We recommend reviewing their policies before submitting any personal information.

Our services are not directed at children under 18 without parental consent. When booking family packages, the adult lead traveller is responsible for consenting on behalf of minors.

If you believe we have inadvertently collected data from a minor without proper consent, please contact us immediately and we will take prompt corrective action.

Next Drive India may update this policy to reflect changes in our practices, technology, or legal requirements. When significant changes occur, we will:

• Post the updated policy on this page with a new "Last Updated" date.
• Notify registered users via email where required.
• Display a notice on our homepage for material changes.

Your continued use of our services after changes are posted constitutes your acceptance of the revised policy.

For any questions, concerns, or data-related requests, please reach our team: