This tour will guide you through the major highlights of India. Begin this fascinating journey in Delhi, the capital of India boasting bustling bazaars, powerful palaces and forts, and intricate temples, tombs, and towers. Catch a flight to Varanasi to discover the spiritual city of India home to magnificent temples and stupas! Enjoy a scenic boat ride on the Ganges River before you fly to Khajuraho, one of the top tourist destinations in India home to the largest group of medieval Hindu temples in the nation with extraordinary carvings and sculptures. From there you board your train to Agra, where you will visit the Taj Mahal and discover the Agra Fort. Next, explore Rajasthan, with magnificent forts and local bazaars in the Pink City of Jaipur, and travel to Udaipur, a city famous for its immersive cultural experiences. Here you will visit the City Palace, enjoy a breathtaking cruise on Lake Pichola, and explore the Old City. Finally, your tour of India will end in Mumbai, the entertainment capital boasting the three fascinating World Heritage Sites of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus, the Elephanta Caves, and the Victorian Gothic and Art Deco Ensembles.
I was initially nervous about taking the leap and joining a group tour as a solo female traveller. Having just arrived home from this trip, I realise that it was one of the best experiences of my life to date. I have made memories for life, gained valuable local experiences in two amazing countries which have challenged preconceptions and experienced new friendships with like minded fellow travellers.
Explore Delhi, the Pink City of Jaipur and the legendary Taj Mahal in Agra and discover the lofty peaks and breathtaking views of Shimla, India's largest hill station and the former summer capital of British India. Ride the narrow gauge railway aboard the Himalayan Queen Toy Train.
Take a 19-day Premium adventure through South Asia where you’ll discover the Pink City of Jaipur, witness the Mughal splendours of Delhi and Agra, wildlife-spot in Minneriya National Park, soak up the ambience of holy Varanasi, explore the ancient ruins of Habarana, sip tea in Kandy and Nuwara Eliya and taste culinary delights in Colombo. Local leaders will bring the magic of India and Sri Lanka to light, from lavish palaces to vibrant bazaars and the incomparable Taj Mahal. Packed with hotspots and hidden gems, you’ll discover the cultural heart of India and Sri Lanka.
I have just returned from this wonderful adventure and wish it hadn't ended. The sights, sounds and colours will stay with me for ever and I would like to go back to India and Nepal again one day.
Visit India and follow the famous Golden Triangle. Enjoy the perfect introduction to India's three most popular destinations - Delhi, Agra, and Jaipur - as we explore the icons and discover the secrets of this fascinating region. Experience the history of massive forts, the opulence of Rajasthan's palaces, and the traditions of a heritage homestay. Head north into the Himalayan foothills and be introduced to the Mountains and Mystics of this incredible country. These mystical lands look and feel very different from the rest of India - from the food and clothes to the crisp, clean mountain air and spiritual sway of the inhabitants. Discover the complex diversity of India and be enchanted by a land balanced between physical and spiritual worlds.
Embrace India in this exhilarating tour that will take you from the colourful streets of Delhi, to the Taj Mahal and the Pink City of Jaipur. Go tiger-spotting in Ranthambore National Park and end your trip in the scintillating Mumbai where you'll visit the inspiration behind blockbuster movie Slumdog Millionaire - the Dharavi Slums.
This ultra-small group tour will guide you through the most fascinating cities in Northern India with this tour of Rajasthan! Begin your India vacation in Delhi, the famous capital of India home to plenty of marketplaces, bustling bazaars, and royal palaces. Continue your trip to Mandawa to see the massive forts, beautiful Havelis, and ancient temples before you travel to Jaisalmer with its bustling shops, quaint cafes, golden Havelis, and Jain temples. In close proximity to the Thar Desert, this is the perfect place for a camel safari along the breathtaking sand dunes. Next, you will reach Jodhpur, the medieval Blue City, and the second-largest city in Rajasthan, before you arrive in Rohet and travel to Udaipur to discover Rajasthan’s most romantic city with breathtaking views of the Aravalli Mountains and manmade lakes. Visit the City Palace overlooking the waters of Lake Pichola, see the crystal gallery, and discover the Jagdish Temple. Explore Pushkar with its famous lake and Brahma Temple and travel to Jaipur, the Pink City home to excellent shopping opportunities, bustling marketplaces, and aromatic streets. Take a trip to Amber Fort and visit the Jagmandir before you drive to Agra to see the Taj Mahal and Agra Fort. End your tour of Rajasthan in Delhi, the capital of India.
As someone who geezed at architecture, this tour was heaven. Exploring Mughal relics in Delhi and Agra felt like stepping through time. Jaipur’s Amber Fort dazzled and Udaipur’s palaces felt straight out of a legend . But the fascinating twist was the cultural heartbeat that ran through every moment: market chatter in Pushkar, temple bells at dawn in Varanasi, and the erotic carvings at Khajuraho offering ancient equilibrium of art and spirituality.
The travel team did a solid job at balancing “wow” moments and discovery moments. Cozy hotels, AC rides, onboard guides for large attractions.
From ancient forts to wild forests and colourful cities, Rajasthan has plenty to offer for those in search of adventure. This 14-day Premium journey takes you through the north of India, revealing the region’s best culture, landscapes and cuisines with the guidance of an experienced local leader. The fabled cities of Agra, Udaipur and Jaipur offer grandeur, colour, culture and history while Mumbai and Delhi show a true snapshot of modern life in India. Search for tigers in Ranthambhore National Park, dine beneath the stars among the sand dunes of Pushkar and learn about life in Rajasthan in the homes of local families.
This 15-day tour of Rajasthan explores one of India's most popular and interesting states, famous for its hilltop forts, camel fairs and colourful saris and stays in some lovely heritage hotels converted from old havelis and palaces. We start the trip by exploring the contrasting sides to India's capital with tours of both New and Old Delhi, before heading to Agra where the Taj Mahal is our next highlight. This monument to love is a spectacular building with a tragically romantic story behind its construction. We’ll visit it at sunrise, and also from an unusual vantage point on the opposite bank of the Yamuna River where we take a walk through farm fields and homesteads with a local village guide.
Next we'll spend a night in rural Rajasthan, staying in a converted palace in a small village close to the town of Hinduan.
We'll also have the opportunity to explore the Rajasthan's capital of Jaipur, before heading to Ranthambore National Park where we'll have two included game drives, staying on the lookout for the elusive Bengal Tiger.
As we head further in to Rajasthan, next on the agenda is the holy lakside town of Pushkar, home to the worlds only Brahman Temple. We'll spend time in Jodhpur which is a classic Rajasthani town, with a large fort dominating a hill overlooking the town, but it is especially famous for its blue painted houses and streets. We'll then head to Udaipur, stopping along the way to see the beautiful white marble Jain temples at Ranakhpur.
The last city we'll visit, before returning to Delhi is a real gem, the lakeside city of Udaipur, one of Rajasthan's most attractive cities. Here, we'll visit its top attractions, such as the city palace, gardens and a boat trip on Lake Pichola. Our time in India comes to an end with a sleeper train journey back to Delhi.
The accommodations used on this tour have been carefully selected and include a home-stay style hotel whilst in Delhi, a modern property in Agra and heritage hotels in Jaipur, Hinduan, Ranthambore, Pushkar, Jodhpur & Udaipur.
This exhilarating tour will guide you from colourful Delhi all the way to the bustling city of Mumbai. Along the way you'll get to visit the majestic Taj Mahal, jeep ride to Amber Fort, shop in the walled pink city of Jaipur, explore the romantic City of Lakes, Udaipur and immerse yourself in the vibrant flowers in Mumbai's Dadar Flower Market.
Embark on an exhilarating adventure of India's Golden Triangle. Start by exploring Old and New Delhi, then gaze at the magnificent Taj Mahal in Agra. Tour through the illustrious City Palace, wander about the Pink City of Jaipur and conclude your visit in the bustling city of Mumbai.
