Delhi, Agra and Jaipur are classics for a reason, but it can be tricky to approach the famous ‘Golden Triangle’ without getting caught up in the crowd. Our spin on India’s classic route celebrates these iconic destinations – with a few unexpected twists.

This itinerary is our answer to that problem, giving you India’s most iconic destinations in the best possible light. That means the most interesting heritage accommodation, the most engaging local guides, and the most immersive cultural experiences – combined with a couple of lesser-known destinations to give you a taste of what lies beyond.

Trip Highlights

• Get beyond the usual tourist trail with our exceptional local guides, on tours of Delhi, Agra, Amber, Jaipur and Udaipur
• See sunrise at the Taj Mahal, arguably the world’s most beautiful building
• Have a go at Rajasthani cooking at a local family home in Udaipur, and turn your hand to elephant poo paper-making at a workshop in Jaipur.

What's great

• This trip is for first-time visitors who want to get beneath the surface of India’s most famous destinations
• We’ve cherry-picked accommodation and experiences to show you these popular destinations from a variety of perspectives
• We’ve included a couple of our favourite spots outside of the Golden Triangle to give you a break from the crowds, and a taste of what lies beyond India’s hotspots
• You’ll have the best local guides with you to uncover the culture and history of each destination
• We’ve included a couple of hands-on cultural experiences, and there are plenty of opportunities to add more if you choose
• The pace is fairly leisurely, with three nights in most destinations, to give you plenty of time to explore.

What's included

• Breakfast every day 
• Eleven half-day experiences, one evening experience, two morning experiences
• All accommodation
• All entrance fees to sites included in guided experiences
• All domestic transfers and transport

Not included

International flights

Any necessary visas

Any lunches or dinners unless stated

Entrance fees to any sites not included in guided experiences

Tipping and personal expenses

Tourist taxes & any National Park fees