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How many bags fit in a tempo traveller depends on the size you book, how big the bags are and whether you are using the rear boot, the overhead racks or a luggage carrier. This guide gives realistic numbers for every vehicle in our fleet, so you can match bags and passengers before you book.
1Luggage space by vehicle
| Vehicle | Seats | Approximate luggage |
|---|---|---|
| 9 seater | 9 | about 6 medium bags |
| 12 seater | 12 | about 8 medium bags |
| 15 seater | 15 | about 10 medium bags |
| 17 seater | 17 | about 12 medium bags |
| 20 seater | 20 | about 14 medium bags |
| 26 seater | 26 | about 18 medium bags |
| Maharaja Luxury | 9 to 20 | about 8 medium bags |
| Force Urbania | 9 to 17 | about 10 medium bags |
Numbers assume medium suitcases (about 24 inches). Soft bags and backpacks pack more densely, and hard large suitcases take more room.
2How to count your own bags
- List every large and medium suitcase.
- Add one backpack or handbag per passenger, which usually sits at the feet or on the seat.
- Add anything unusual: a pram, a wheelchair, musical instruments, camping or trekking gear.
- Compare the total with the table above and choose the next size up if you are within one or two bags of the limit.
3Trips where luggage matters most
- Delhi to Manali and Delhi to Shimla: winter clothing roughly doubles bag volume.
- Airport transfers: everyone arrives with a full suitcase, so a 12 seater carries fewer people than its seat count suggests.
- Multi-day tours: more days means more clothes, and shopping adds bags on the way back.
?Frequently asked questions
How many suitcases fit in a 12 seater tempo traveller?
About eight medium suitcases, plus backpacks at the passengers’ feet.
How much luggage fits in a 17 seater?
About twelve medium bags in the rear carrier and boot, with more soft bags in the overhead racks.
Which size carries the most luggage?
The 26 seater carries about eighteen medium bags, the most in the fleet.
Do luxury vans carry less luggage?
Yes. The Maharaja luxury and Force Urbania vans give more of the cabin to seats, so they carry fewer bags than a standard tempo traveller with the same number of seats.
Can I carry a pram or wheelchair?
Yes, tell us when you enquire so we can reserve the space and suggest the right size.
Need a Force Tempo Traveller for your trip?
Tell us your dates, route and group size. We confirm availability and send a written fare — usually within a few hours.
