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Rajasthan is famous for its royalty and you will feel like a part of that royalty as you travel through Rajasthan in comfort and style with Explore India. The Imperial Rajasthan tour is a great introduction to India’s colourful, exciting north. As you step out of the plane and take your first sweet breath in incredible India you will feel a shift in your spirit as the supremely peaceful, yet vibrant, the energy of India greets you. You will be amazed at the magnificent sites you will see each day on this tour and that, along with the seamless ease in which your days on this tour flow, will give you wonderful memories of India that you will remember for the rest of your life.
Explore India and feel the magic that will change your life
Tour Highlights
- Senses awaken as you enjoy authentic cultural experiences of India throughout the tour.
- Take an exhilarating bicycle rickshaw ride through the historic back lanes of Old Delhi
- Step back in time and into the last footsteps of Mahatma Gandhi as you walk through his home for the last 144 days of his fascinating life.
- Take an exhilarating bicycle rickshaw ride through the narrow back lanes of Old Delhi.
- Explore the glimmering lake of Udaipur, the mountains, and the city against the backdrop of a beautiful sunset.
- Visit the Jain Temples of Ranakpur, which are acclaimed worldwide for their intricate and superb architectural style.
- Visit the blue city of Jodhpur and Maharajas museum built in 1929
- Explore the local market of Pushkar and visit one of the major thriving temples of Lord Brahma
- Experience the majestic Amber Fort Palace in Jaipur, built-in 1592
- You will feel as though you are in another world as you stroll through the meticulously planned gardens as you head toward the world’s largest monument of love, the Taj Mahal
Itinerary
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Day 1:
Depart Canada
Depart Canada for India. Your international flight includes meals, drinks, and in-flight entertainment.
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Day 2:
Arrival in New Delhi, India
Welcome to Delhi, a city that bridges two different worlds. Old Delhi, once the capital of Islamic India, is a labyrinth of narrow lanes lined with crumbling Havelis and formidable mosques. In contrast, the imperial city of New Delhi created by the British Raj is composed of spacious, tree-lined avenues and imposing government buildings.
On arrival at Delhi airport, you’ll be met upon arrival by Explore India representative and transferred to your hotel.
Accommodation: The Leela AmbienceAccommodation: Sheraton New Delhi HotelSheraton New Delhi Hotel
District Centre, Saket, New Delhi 110017 Indiahttps://www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/delsn-sheraton-new-delhi-hotel/+91 11 4266 1122Find total comfort in our 220 guest rooms & suites, ranging from 340 to 1,020 square feet , designed to offer the discerning business & leisure traveler ‘A Home Away From Home Experience’ The hotel’s highly awarded food and beverage outlets offer a variety of delectable cuisine spanning Indian fare, Southeast Asian specialties and continental favourites. The beautiful and spacious ballroom, with pre-function area and large wooden doors, is exquisitely decorated with crystal chandeliers, It is ready to welcome weddings and cocktail dinners for up to 350 guests, theatre-style conferences for up to 250, and receptions for up to 300. The hotel offers Efficient business center with essential secretarial services.
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Day 3:
New Delhi | Sikh Temple, Humayun’s Tomb & Qutab Minar
After breakfast, visit the house of Mahatma Gandhi: a place where Mr. Gandhi’s epic Life ended on 30 January 1948. Mahatma Gandhi lived in this house from 9 September 1947 to 30 January 1948. Thus, the hallowed house treasures many memories of the last 144 days of his life. Next visit to India Gate (the war memorial dedicated to the martyrs of World War I), The President’s Palace – formerly Viceroy’s Palace, the Parliament House, and the Secretariat buildings – an interesting blend of Victorian and 20th-century architecture, later we tour Humayun’s Tomb, and Bangla Sahib, followed by a welcome dinner in Connaught place.
Meals: Breakfast, DinnerAccommodation: Sheraton New Delhi HotelSheraton New Delhi Hotel
District Centre, Saket, New Delhi 110017 Indiahttps://www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/delsn-sheraton-new-delhi-hotel/+91 11 4266 1122Find total comfort in our 220 guest rooms & suites, ranging from 340 to 1,020 square feet , designed to offer the discerning business & leisure traveler ‘A Home Away From Home Experience’ The hotel’s highly awarded food and beverage outlets offer a variety of delectable cuisine spanning Indian fare, Southeast Asian specialties and continental favourites. The beautiful and spacious ballroom, with pre-function area and large wooden doors, is exquisitely decorated with crystal chandeliers, It is ready to welcome weddings and cocktail dinners for up to 350 guests, theatre-style conferences for up to 250, and receptions for up to 300. The hotel offers Efficient business center with essential secretarial services.
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Day 4:
Old Delhi | Rickshaw Ride | Jama Mosque & Hindu Temple
This morning, we take a tour through Delhi. We begin exploring Old Delhi by visiting the Jama Mosque, the royal mosque built by the Mughal Emperor, Shah Jahan in 1656. Then we ride a bicycle rickshaw through the narrow lanes of Chandni Chowk, the spine of Old Delhi that houses the spice market and jeweler’s lane and then we drive pass Red Fort (a UNESCO World Heritage Site). We also visit Rajghat, the site of Mahatma Gandhi’s final journey.
Meals: Breakfast, DinnerAccommodation: Sheraton New Delhi HotelSheraton New Delhi Hotel
District Centre, Saket, New Delhi 110017 Indiahttps://www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/delsn-sheraton-new-delhi-hotel/+91 11 4266 1122Find total comfort in our 220 guest rooms & suites, ranging from 340 to 1,020 square feet , designed to offer the discerning business & leisure traveler ‘A Home Away From Home Experience’ The hotel’s highly awarded food and beverage outlets offer a variety of delectable cuisine spanning Indian fare, Southeast Asian specialties and continental favourites. The beautiful and spacious ballroom, with pre-function area and large wooden doors, is exquisitely decorated with crystal chandeliers, It is ready to welcome weddings and cocktail dinners for up to 350 guests, theatre-style conferences for up to 250, and receptions for up to 300. The hotel offers Efficient business center with essential secretarial services.
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Day 5:
Delhi – Udaipur By Flight | Cruise to Jag Mandir
In the morning, transfer from the hotel to the airport for your flight to Udaipur a city that combines real beauty with a picturesque association of a great and glorious past. It stands in a valley, amidst green hills on the banks of the wide, steel blue Lake Pichola. On little islands in the lake, from the water’s edge, rise marble palaces of pure white that glisten like fairy castles. Crowning the ridge in which the city clusters, along the shore of the lake, is the palace of the Maharana. Possibly no city in Rajasthan is quite as romantic as Udaipur and is replete with fantastic hilltop fortresses, exotic fairy tale palaces, and gripping legends of medieval chivalry and heroism. Udaipur rivals any of
the world’s famous creations of the Mughals with the Rajput love of the whimsical and its superbly crafted elegance.
Later this afternoon we will explore this glimmering lake, the mountains, and the city against the backdrop of a beautiful sunset. Along the way, see historical landmarks dotted along the shore such as the City Palace Complex and the picturesque Ghats – steps leading down into the water that locals use for bathing.
Meals: Breakfast, DinnerAccommodation: Trident Udaipur Hotel, UdaipurTrident Udaipur Hotel, Udaipur
Trident Road, Near Pichola Lake, Pichola, Udaipur, Rajasthan 313001, Indiahttps://www.tridenthotels.com/hotels-in-udaipur+91 294 243 2200Wake up to a sumptuous breakfast spread that ensures a flying start to your day, before stepping out to explore the sights and discover the rich history of Udaipur. No five star, royal hospitality is quite complete without a lavish feast. The hotel’s main restaurant, Aravalli, serves authentic dishes from the Kingdom of Mewar, known for its fine cuisine.
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Day 6:
Exploring | Udaipur & City Palace
This morning, we will enjoy a sightseeing tour of the City Palace, a conglomeration of buildings added by various Maharanas; the palace manages to retain a surprising uniformity of design. Then we head to the Crystal gallery, which features a rare collection of Osler’s crystal ordered from England by Maharana Sajjan Singh in 1877. Visit the Garden of the Maids of Honor locally called Saheliyon ki Bari, which has retained all its traditional charm. It was designed in the early 18th Century specifically for ladies. Later enjoy walk through colorful markets and let yourself wander through the labyrinth of the historical lanes that characterize Udaipur.
Meals: Breakfast, DinnerAccommodation: Trident Udaipur Hotel, UdaipurTrident Udaipur Hotel, Udaipur
Trident Road, Near Pichola Lake, Pichola, Udaipur, Rajasthan 313001, Indiahttps://www.tridenthotels.com/hotels-in-udaipur+91 294 243 2200Wake up to a sumptuous breakfast spread that ensures a flying start to your day, before stepping out to explore the sights and discover the rich history of Udaipur. No five star, royal hospitality is quite complete without a lavish feast. The hotel’s main restaurant, Aravalli, serves authentic dishes from the Kingdom of Mewar, known for its fine cuisine.
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Day 7:
Udaipur | Jodhpur the Blue City
After breakfast, we will proceed to Jodhpur. Along the way, you will experience the country with an opportunity to feast your eyes on camel carts, trucks, cows, buffalos, and more. Our first stop is Ranakpur where we will enjoy our lunch.
After lunch, visit the Jain Temples, which are acclaimed worldwide for their intricate and superb architectural style. These temples form one of the five major pilgrimages of the Jains in the village of Ranakpur, covering an area of 48,000 sq. feet. There are four subsidiary shrines and 24 pillared halls. The total number of columns is 1,444, all of which are intricately carved, with no two being alike, Later continue to Jodhpur, which is also known as the blue city as most of the houses of the old city are painted blue. Arrive and check-in at the hotel.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, DinnerAccommodation: Ranbanka Heritage ResortRanbanka Heritage Resort
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Day 8:
Jodhpur | The Mehrangarh Fort
After breakfast, we will start with a sightseeing tour of Jodhpur city visiting Mehrangarh Fort situated at an altitude of about a hundred meters. The fort crowns a rocky hill that
rises 400 feet above the surrounding plain, and appears both to command and to meld with the landscape. One of the largest forts in Rajasthan, it contains some of the finest palaces and preserves in its museum many priceless relics of Indian courtly life. For over five centuries Mehrangarh has been the headquarters of the senior branch of the Rajput clan known as the Rathores. The Fort and its palaces were built over a period of 500 years following the foundation in the mid-15th century.
Next visit Umaid Bhawan Palace built by Maharaja Umaid Singh (1929 – 1942) and named after him. This exquisite Palace is also known as Chittar Palace because of the local chitter sandstone used in it. It is a splendid example of Indo-colonial and art deco architecture of the 1930s. Later you will have some free time to enjoy the local markets of Jodhpur.
Meals: Breakfast, DinnerAccommodation: Ranbanka Heritage ResortRanbanka Heritage Resort
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Day 9:
Jodhpur | Pushkar the Holy Town
After breakfast we drive towards Pushkar, The word ‘Pushkar’ means lotus flower, which is said to be the seat of Lord Brahma, one of the Hindu holy trinity, who is worshipped as the creator of this world. Upon arrival check in to your resort. Later this afternoon we will visit the local market of Pushkar and along the way, we will also visit one of the major thriving temples of Lord Brahma, which can be identified by its red spire and by the image of Hans (the swan considered sacred to Lord Brahma). This temple built with marble is decorated with silver coins. This evening’s dinner will be at the campsite followed by a Rajasthani traditional dance performance.
Meals: Breakfast, DinnerAccommodation: The Greenhouse Resort, PushkarThe Greenhouse Resort, Pushkar
Kishanpura-Tilora Road,, Pushkar, Rajasthan 305022, Indiahttp://www.thegreenhouseresort.com/+91 93510 18303The Greenhouse is a luxurious boutique resort in the holy town of Pushkar. Located just ten minutes drive away from the city centre of Pushkar. The Greenhouse Resort is the perfect base to explore one of India’s most exotic and vibrant city-Pushkar.
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Day 10:
Pushkar | Jaipur the Pink City
After a leisurely start, we drive to Jaipur, India’s first planned city. The city of Jaipur owes its names, foundation, and its careful planning to the great warrior, astronomer Maharaja Jai Singh II. In 1727, with Mughal power on the wane, Jai Singh decided to move down from his hillside fortress at nearby Amber to a new site on the plains. He laid out the city, with its surrounding walls and six rectangular blocks, according to the principles of town planning set down in Shilpa Shastra, an ancient Hindu treatise on architecture. Arrive and check-in at your hotel.
In the afternoon visit the famous Temple in Pink city dedicated to Lord Shiva. The queen of Jaipur got this splendid Temple constructed in the memory of her son Jagat Singh between1599 A.D. to 1608 A.D. this temple is an excellent example of a palatial edifice built on a height. The locally available stone, white marble, and black stone have been used as materials for construction. What adds to the beauty of this grand creation is the depiction of trumpeting elephants and horses scenes from Puranas and pictorial
depiction of characters as well as some social scenes drawn in a series on high. Free time for shopping.
Meals: Breakfast, DinnerAccommodation: Trident Hotel JaipurTrident Hotel Jaipur
Amber Fort Road, Opposite, Jal Mahal, Amer, Jaipur, Rajasthan 302002, Indiahttps://www.tridenthotels.com/hotels-in-jaipur+91 141 267 0101Resplendent in the hues of its magnificent past, Jaipur is one of the most vibrant, 5-star destinations in India. The capital and the largest city of Rajasthan, it was founded by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II, in 1727. Folklore has it that in 1876, the city was painted a luxury, warm pink colour to welcome the Prince of Wales (King Edward VII). Since then, the ‘pink city’, as it is lovingly called, has retained its rosy blush, which has charmed travelers from around the world.
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Day 11:
Jaipur | The Amber Fort | Maharajas Palace | Local Bazaars
In the morning after breakfast, enjoy an excursion to Amber Fort. Along the way, we will have a photo stop at Hawa Mahal, the ornamental facade of the “Palace of Winds” which is a prominent landmark in Jaipur.
Amber Fort is the classic romantic Rajasthani Fort Palace. Its construction was started by Man Singh I in 1592, and completed by his descendent Jai Singh I. Its forbidding exterior belies an inner paradise where a beautiful fusion of Mughal and Hindu styles finds its ultimate expression. Next visit City Palace, a delightful blend of Mughal and traditional Rajasthani architecture. The City Palace sprawls over one-seventh of the area in the walled city. Also visit Jantar Mantar. This is the largest and the best-preserved of the five observatories built by Jai Singh II in different parts of the country. The observatory consisting of outsized astronomical instruments is still in use.
Afternoon free time for you to explore the colorful markets of Jaipur’s pink city shop for fabrics, clothes, textiles, and witness block printing.
Meals: Breakfast, DinnerAccommodation: Trident Hotel JaipurTrident Hotel Jaipur
Amber Fort Road, Opposite, Jal Mahal, Amer, Jaipur, Rajasthan 302002, Indiahttps://www.tridenthotels.com/hotels-in-jaipur+91 141 267 0101Resplendent in the hues of its magnificent past, Jaipur is one of the most vibrant, 5-star destinations in India. The capital and the largest city of Rajasthan, it was founded by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II, in 1727. Folklore has it that in 1876, the city was painted a luxury, warm pink colour to welcome the Prince of Wales (King Edward VII). Since then, the ‘pink city’, as it is lovingly called, has retained its rosy blush, which has charmed travelers from around the world.
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Day 12:
Jaipur – Agra | The City of Taj Mahal
In the morning after breakfast transfer from Jaipur to Agra, the city of the world-famous Taj Mahal, along the way, we will visit one of the hidden secrets of India. The largest step-wells in the world built over a thousand years ago in the rural village of Abhaneri. Centuries ago, the step-wells were built in the arid zones of Rajasthan to provide water all year through. Upon arrival check-in at your hotel.
Meals: Breakfast, DinnerAccommodation: Trident Agra Hotel, AgraTrident Agra Hotel, Agra
Fatehabad Road, Agra, Uttar Pradesh 282001, Indiahttps://www.tridenthotels.com/hotels-in-agra+91 562 223 5000Near the Taj Mahal, Trident, Agra is one of the best hotels in the city. Beautifully landscaped gardens and water fountains welcome you to this charming leisure hotel. Built in local red stone, reminiscent of the Mughal era, the hotel features 135 tastefully appointed rooms and suites, which overlook the central courtyard and gardens. Guests can also enjoy complimentary high speed Internet for up to four devices.
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Day 13:
Agra | Visions of the Taj Mahal
Tea, coffee, and cookies will be served in the hotel lobby before heading out for our sunrise visit to one of the most incredible monuments ever built in the world. The Taj Mahal is a monument of love built between 1631 and 1648 by the order of the Mughal emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his wife. The Taj Mahal is the jewel of Muslim art in India and one of the universally admired masterpieces of the world’s heritage. After
breakfast, we will visit Agra Fort, a UNESCO World Heritage site with imposing walls of red sandstone.
The fort is almost two miles long and contains palaces, audience halls, and mosques.
After lunch, visit a renowned marble factory to experience the making of fine inlaid stonework and the translucent marble of the region. The craftsmen of Agra are still renowned for the exquisite marble-inlay work that has made Agra’s monuments famous.
Meals: Breakfast, DinnerAccommodation: Trident Agra Hotel, AgraTrident Agra Hotel, Agra
Fatehabad Road, Agra, Uttar Pradesh 282001, Indiahttps://www.tridenthotels.com/hotels-in-agra+91 562 223 5000Near the Taj Mahal, Trident, Agra is one of the best hotels in the city. Beautifully landscaped gardens and water fountains welcome you to this charming leisure hotel. Built in local red stone, reminiscent of the Mughal era, the hotel features 135 tastefully appointed rooms and suites, which overlook the central courtyard and gardens. Guests can also enjoy complimentary high speed Internet for up to four devices.
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Day 14:
Agra | Delhi
After breakfast, drive towards Delhi. Upon arrival check in to your hotel. This afternoon is free for your personal activities, this evening we will enjoy a farewell dinner and say goodbye to our fellow travelers.
Meals: Breakfast, DinnerAccommodation: Pride Plaza Hotel Aerocity, New DelhiPride Plaza Hotel Aerocity, New Delhi
Asset 5A, Hospitality District, Aerocity, Indira Gandhi International Airport, New Delhi, Delhi 110037, Indiahttp://www.pridehotel.com/delhi/new-delhi-aerocity/+91 11 6600 7700Located in close proximity to Delhi and Gurgaon, Pride Plaza Hotel Aerocity, New Delhi is the first luxury hotel in the capital by the Pride Group of Hotels.
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Day 15:
Departure Transfer
You will be transferred to International Airport for your flight connection home. All good things should come to an end, so does your holiday too. This incredible journey to India would have filled your mind with too many good memories to be cherished for a lifetime.
Please note: You may want to consider our optional 2 nights / 3 days tour of Varanasi from $999 pp with roundtrip local airfare, meals, transfers, sunrise and sunset boat rides plus guided sightseeing tours. Please enquire.
What’s included
- International Roundtrip Airfare from Canada
- 13 nights’ accommodation in well-reviewed first-class hotels
- 3 nights in New Delhi at Sheraton New Delhi
- 2 nights in Udaipur at Trident By Oberoi
- 2 nights in Jodhpur at Ranbanka Heritage Resort
- 1 night in Pushkar at the Greenhouse Resort
- 2 nights in Jaipur at Trident By Oberoi
- 2 nights in Agra at Trident By Oberoi
- 1 night in Delhi at the Pride Plaza Aerocity
- 23 meals as per the program – breakfast and dinners plus 1 lunch
- Airport meet and greet with private group transfers
- Complimentary unlimited mineral water during sightseeing tours
- Snacks on board during long drives
- Entry tickets to all monuments as per the tour program
- Domestic airfares within the program
- Extensive sightseeing tour led by professional English speaking tour manager
- Meet and greet with assistance in each hotel at arrival and departure.
- Early morning tea, coffee, and cookies before the sunrise visit of the Taj Mahal.
- Cultural dance program in Jaipur along with dinner
- Modern air-conditioned transportation with facilities onboard
- FREE: Complimentary welcome kit on arrival – hand sanitizers, wet tissues, charging plugs, etc.
- FREE Wi-Fi at hotels during your stay
- FREE: 24/7 Explore India Concierge team to assist with any last-minute, unexpected, and unusual requests
What’s excluded
- Personal expenses, laundry, bar bills, phone bills, etc.
- Any other sightseeing other than mentioned in the program
- Services other than in our inclusion
- Gratuities
- Additional taxes $273
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Prices include Roundtrip Airfare from - to India.
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Hi Nazir What can I say about our Journey of the Senses Feb 2016 trip to India except that it was exactly what we wanted to experience and more! Nazir took care of every detail to make the trip unforgettable. We were met at the airport on arrival in Delhi and Nazir even had a representative at the Mumbai airport at midnight for our return home flight to make sure our check in went smoothly. How caring is that! We never touched our suitcases. They were collected from us outside our hotel rooms and they magical appeared outside (or inside) our rooms at the next hotel. No lugging them around. They also were loaded and unloaded for our inter India flights. No standing at a carousel waiting for our luggage. How caring is that! We never had to stand in line at our hotels to check in. We arrived at the hotels and our room keys were handed to us. How nice! The hotels we stayed in were opulent and very beautiful. They are at least 5 stars or above! The meals were excellent!!!! Nazir took us to wonderful beautiful places for lunch and dinner. He made sure we experienced the best Indian food. He was very sensitive to people’s needs and wants so a few times he had menus of American food and Chinese food for us in case we were tired of Indian food. How caring is that! Nazir checked each day to see if everyone was happy and to see if there was anything he could do for each and every one of us to make our trip more enjoyable. There always was nothing more he could do!! He had done it all and everything ran like clockwork! We truly experienced the sights, sounds, smells, traffic, noise, constant horn blowing, cows in the streets, dogs and wonderful people of India. Nazir is very proud of his country and so he should be. It is truly an amazing place to visit. The pedicab ride through the streets of Old Delhi was unbelievable and exhilarating with all the chaos. Unforgettable! Varanasi was truly spiritual with the pouring rain on the Ganges as we witnessed the Aarti ceremony. Nazir worked his magic with the Indian gods and the rain stopped as we boarded our boats to see the ceremony!! What can we say about the Taj Mahal except that it truly is spectacular! The special lunch Nazir arranged for us overlooking the Taj Mahal was very special. Not many people get treated so well. A very memorable day! Our elephant ride was wonderful and our camel ride on the sand dunes in the evening was spectacular. Sitting around the campfire with the singing and dancing and a full moon and our delicious meal served there was something we won’t forget. Thank you, Nazir, for such a memorable trip. You were the consummate host! Our memories of our trip will be with us forever.
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Hi Nazir, I am writing to thank you for organizing an amazing trip for us. Mandira, you impressed us before we left Toronto with how effective and attentive you were in making sure we had everything. Your customer service was excellent. Thank you. We had a fantastic time in India. The trip was well organized. The culture, food, people, shopping, and places were all amazing. Each city had something special to offer. We were well taken care of by Ajur, Arvin, Parveen, and Sonu. We spent a lot of our time with Ajur, Parveen, and Sonu. These guys are amazing. Our driver handled the bus and road with expertise and safety. Sonu was so amazing. Always there to greet us off and on the bus and always hand sanitizer ready for us, providing us with water and snacks. He is very attentive and works really hard. Our group was fantastic, really great folks. We will definitely recommend your company to others and we can’t wait to explore the rest of India in the near future.
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Toronto, Canada
The return flights went without a hitch. I am now well rested after a full nights sleep. I wish to thank you for all your hard work behind the scenes to make this trip a lifetime experience. I must congratulate you on your organizational skills and attention to detail. I would not hesitate to recommend Explore India to any future traveler who wishes to experience India safely and in comfort without compromising an insight to its proud history, its problems, its accomplishments and its path to becoming a democratic superpower. Best regards and thanks again.
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We had a FABULOUS time in India. Our hotels were very comfortable and the food selection was excellent. Every aspect of the trip went smoothly and Rajiv and Yajur were both wonderful. Rajiv greeted us and explained everything really well and then was there to say farewell. Yajur was knowledgeable, funny, helpful...just all-round a great tour guide. He even arranged for Ian to go into town and buy a cricket bat And the itinerary was excellent - lots of variety and lots of information. We will tell all our friends that Explore India is the way to visit. I'll ask Ian tonight if he has any extra feedback and let you know. Many thanks and all the very best of the holidays to you and your family. We wish you a happy, healthy and prosperous 2016,
Toni & Ian McGregor
Burlington, Canada
We all had a splendid time and thank you for the wonderful, fabulous guide. Meehi was patient, kind, fun and very knowledgeable. Also our wonderful driver deserves mention for getting us always to our destinations alive. Traffic very scary to us!! I personally loved every minute of my trip. Loved India!
Louise Stewart
Chilliwack, Canada
A wonderful experience, you made good choices for our itinerary. The hotels were great, the guides were full of knowledge. The greenhouse resort amazing, perhaps an extra night there would be a great addition, the palace in Deoghar could have an extra night too! The marigold hotel was a truly fantastic experience, one I'll never forget. Tell Rajeev it was a memorable trip. He took great care getting us to and from airport, we really appreciated the extra effort.
A. White
Surrey, Canada
Dear Nazir, Nazir, Explore India (Nov 17 departure) delivered on all expectations and promises, and then some. The professional competence of your staff, without exception in both Vancouver and India, ensured that the ambitious itinerary was not only delivered but exceeded. Much of this credit must be given to our very deserving guide Harry. Harry, so knowledgeable, led us each through the kaleidoscope of challenges and chaos that is India... left me wanting more. It was a privilege to be on his bus. Also deserving for a job well done is our driver and his helper, Yogi, office support staff in Delhi and your representative in Varanasi. Judy and I had an airline glitch and he worked hard to solve it and kept us informed, much appreciated. I am sorry I don't know each of their names. I have shared my story and pictures with a neighbor, you'll be hearing from them soon. I had a great time, be proud of your staff and your product. Kindest regards,
Alison Webster
Salmon Arm, Canada
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