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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.
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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 International Lounge Pass @ YVR/YYZ
- 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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Got home Wednesday night and recovering from the most incredible journey! Thank you so much for arranging everything so well! Yuvi is a great guide and companion. We had so much to talk about and had so many laughs together. He is a treasure in your organization and deserves to go far. The flight to Kashmir was his first time off the ground and he handled everything so well. From start to finish he was a wonderful companion and I am so glad to have had the same escort all the way. We got to know each other and to kid each other and I think I learned far more about India than I could get from books! Perhaps he learned a bit about Canadians too as he is in charge of groups after me. I must thank you too for the drivers. Kuljeet Singh is such a beautiful person. We three had wonderful experiences in Kashmir together. And what a skilful driver he is. I think of him as the terror of Srinigar! Everything just gets out of Kool's way! He was a better guide in the mountains than Asti was guide in Delhi! On the way to the airport for Kashmir, Kool answered questions I had for Asti who sort of didn't answer when he didn't know. Kool kept his mouth shut as driver in Delhi, but he is a great guide and very personable. Baluinder Singh is a great driver and very knowledgeable too. He is a great person to get to know and we had lovely chats with Yuvi of course on the drives from Delhi to Jaipur and then on to Agra. Balu surely knows great restaurants. I think it was K.R. Joshi who got me to give both a radio interview one night and a TV interview the next on the houseboat in Srinigar. So the Canadian writer, female, aged 92, gave K.R. a boost in his job. I wanted to get a white T shirt with Kashmir in big blue letters across the front but we couldn't stop on the way to the airport as there was a demonstration going on. If K.R. would like to thank me for those interviews, maybe he could send me a T-shirt size XL, white with KASHMIR in blue letters across the front! It's good advertising for him! In Gulmarg I saw the Tshirts in a window but it was raining in BUCKETS, so nobody stopped walking fast! I have emailed my son and daughter-in-law in England to advise them that not to get in touch with you for a mind exploding experience is to deny themselves a gift thatgoes far beyond money. I hope you hear from them. Shall I be recommending in my writing and in my lectures that to see India with Incredible India is the fabulous best cared for way to do it? You can be sure that I will. Thank you again for looking after all my doubts and questions. As for the train ride! Getting into a discussion of a number of things with an English professor, male, Muslim, a professor of psychiatry, female, Hindu, Yuri, a Brahmin and me while rattling along at high speed at night will always be one of my most wonderful travel memories of my life of many many travel memories!
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Toronto, Canada
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Coquitlam, Canada
I just wanted to send you a note of thanks for doing such a great professional job in arranging and co-ordinating Margaret Davidson’s recent trip to India. As a seasoned traveller and former hotel executive, I am fully aware of all the logistics and details that are essential in making ones travels as rewarding as possible. You have excelled in so many ways, from the initial contact with you, to her safe return home a couple of weeks ago. Her trip was amazing in so many memorable ways thanks in large part to the seamless travel plans that you put into place. Please pass this note on to any that are considering your travel services, as we highly recommend you for your impeccable follow-up and diligence in all that you have done for us. Our heartfelt thanks to you again for a job well done!
Bos Malcolm and Margaret Davidson
Gabriola Island, Canada
Hello Rajeev, Thank you for meeting us at the Delhi airport, for arranging some sightseeing tours on Day 1 and Day 2 (early arrival in New Delhi) prior to commencement of organized tour, for obtaining foreign exchange for the Canadian $ and for everything else that made our trip so enjoyable. The trip exceeded our expectations and we know that this is due mainly to the excellent service rendered in all fields of the tourist business. We wish you continued success and good luck in your role as Head of Operations at Explore India. Yours sincerely,
Sydney & Fay Tup Chong
It was really really great! The whole thing was amazing Sundeep was the best part! We feel so lucky to have had him I can't imagine a better guide in all of India. Super patient (needed) very very knowledgable with post and modern India We could tell he loves his country! Was like a history lesson. Anyway thanks so much and much love and to Sundeep!
Cheryl Redmon
Vancouver, Canada
Good Morning Nazir, Thank you for an amazing adventure!! My experience in India would not have been the same without your excellent trip planning and the caring, knowledgeable men you have guiding us in India. Every day was packed with things to see and so much to learn about the culture and history of the area and its people. Arvind Sharma is extremely passionate about his country and shared so much with us. He looked after every detail and went out of his way to ensure that each of us in his care was looked after and happy. Our bus driver and his assistant were second to none, always smiling, helping us in any way that they could. I have a few friends who are considering a trip to India and are waiting to hear my stories of the trip. I will highly recommend they contact you should they decide to travel next year. Again, thank you for making my trip to India so enjoyable.
Jane Gregory
Nanaimo, Canada
Good Morning Nazir, Thank you for an amazing adventure!! My experience in India would not have been the same without your excellent trip planning and the caring, knowledgeable men you have guiding us in India. Every day was packed with things to see and so much to learn about the culture and history of the area and its people. Arvind Sharma is extremely passionate about his country and shared so much with us. He looked after every detail and went out of his way to ensure that each of us in his care was looked after and happy. Our bus driver and his assistant were second to none, always smiling, helping us in any way that they could. I have a few friends who are considering a trip to India and are waiting to hear my stories of the trip. I will highly recommend they contact you should they decide to travel next year. Again, thank you for making my trip to India so enjoyable.
Ken & L.M. Mah
Calgary, Canada
Namaste Nazir Thank you once again for your welcome home. I now have had enough time to process and to put into words how grateful we are to you and your numerous guides, reps, drivers, etc that made this a once in a lifetime experience. I can't imagine the logistics that go into dealing with four individuals' wants and coming up with a cohesive plan that includes ticketing for five domestic flights, three train trips, as well as traveling by van, car, jeep, tuk-tuk, rickshaw, camel, and elephant!! All stress free because we were always greeted and escorted by your army of personable professionals. And then there was our accommodation....palaces, a luxury tent, a Maharajah's hunting lodge, etc....pretty special. We have all travelled extensively and we are in agreement that India tops the list for all of us. I truly feel that Explore India can take some of the credit for making this such a magical adventure. It also makes us feel quite special to get a personal welcome home greeting from the President of Operations! Sincerely,
Marlene Powell
Vancouver, Canada
Hi Nazir, Just to let you know Doris and I are home safe and sound, although both suffering from Jet Lag......What a trip - it was action-packed, full of adventure and beautiful. What a wonderous country and what fabulous people that are India. We had the great good fortune to meet Rajiv in New Delhi and to travel with Sandeep Singh for 16 days - never a dull moment and the first time we have been almost too busy to shop. We saw the sunrise from Tiger Hill and I have a video of Arrowhead, a beautiful female Bengal Tiger in Ranthambore. Sandeep was excellent, knowledgeable and kept everyone informed and on track. He had many issues to deal with that were not the norm, the devaluation of the 500 and 1000 rupee, the switch from Kashmir to Darjeeling and stayed on top of it all. Darjeeling was one of the highlights for both of us - what a trip and the people are fantastic - enjoyed the whole experience. The Hotels were all 5 star, food excellent for most (I have allergies, so stuck to mostly bland items), transportation was all great. The driver Mr. Singh and helper whom we called Baby Deep drove us from Delhi to Jaipur and back were really great - thanks to them also. The group that we traveled with were great - made many new friends and now share a common bond. Thank you to yourself, Mandira, Rajiv and especially Sandeep (for the 16 days he was our friend, guide and father). He truly loves his country, his people and sharing all his knowledge with his groups. A wonderful experience - Thank You
Karen Reid and Doris O’Brien
Calgary, Canada
Hi Nazir, Sorry, it has taken me so long to reply, we really felt the jet-lag on our return! We were very happy with our experiences with Explore India. It was a fantastic trip, we learned a lot and had a lot of fun with our fellow travellers. We started the trip with an extension to Nepal. Our guide, Bikash, was a very caring man. When he found out it was our anniversary he had the hotel deliver a cake to our room. Bikash was also very supportive of one of the members of our tour who had unfortunately picked the wrong visa for India (single entry) and could not get on the plane with us to return to India. Bikash actually purchased his new plane ticket because the ATM's would not work for our fellow traveller. The sites of Nepal were amazing, in particular, the cremations on the river and when we toured a local village we actually got to go into a local school - this was very exciting because 6 of the 7 tourists were former teachers! The tour of India was really complete due to the amazing knowledge of our guide, Sundeep. Sundeep was an excellent story teller and helped weave an amazing knowledge of India, its history and the present day conditions. We were fortunate to be able to participate in many Diwali celebrations, especially in Varanasi where we saw some amazing sites. We would recommend Explore India for any of our friends. The hotel accommodations were all terrific, the tours went smoothly and we were always supported by our guides. It was an amazing experience and one we will cherish forever. Thank you
Deb & Ken Bennett
Surrey, Canada
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You can read hundreds of online reviews of destinations and hotels, but with our up-to-date first-hand knowledge, we will be able to compare and contrast different options and ensure we find something that is just right for you.
You will travel to India like a member of our own family. Our deep love and passion for India and its people, we are a family owned and operated luxury travel company.
Planning a trip needs careful care and attention to detail and that is where Explore India comes in with the passion to make every tour a hassle-free and memorable one for each of our guests.
Be sure to take notice of our standard of accommodation, the specialized sightseeing trips, the seamless flow of the itinerary, the comfort of the coach you will travel in, the customized dining experiences, and much more.
FEEL CONFIDENT TRAVELING WITH EXPLORE INDIA
No company is big or small when you have 100% capability of exceeding guest expectations. A rating of 10 out of 10 does not adequately reflect the level of the experience and value of the tour that we provide to India especially for the first time visitors. Explore India’s success can be traced all the way back to those early days of learning what it means to be a host and to this day, our motto is to treat the guest like a member of the family. A sure testimonial to the business, given the fact that many Canadians have travelled not one, not twice, but three times with Explore India, the early teachings seem to have paid off, as touring to India with us is a sought-after experience in Canada and beyond.