Delhi, the capital city of India, has been shaped by hundreds of years of turmoil and trouble. There have been extensive plundering, but there have also being extensive construction and creation. Every traveler who lands in Delhi for the first time is struck by the diversity of its architecture, culture and people. This trip starts at Delhi and showcases many including some of the lesser visited spots of both Old and New Delhi. Moving on, you travel through the forests of Sariska, the center of camel trade at Pushkar and Ajmer, the city of the Sufi Saint Moinuddin Chisti. The desert state of Rajasthan is famed for its forts and palaces. From Jaipur, you get to visit some of the grandest palaces. Moving west ward, you reach Agra via Fathepur Sikri. The Taj Mahal is of course unparalleled in its grandeur and beauty. The white marble monument is a symbol of great love and devotion – built by the Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan for his queen Mumtaz Mahal. The complex is huge, as is the mausoleum itself. On your way back to Delhi you get to see another beautiful monument – Sikandra – where Emperor Akbar was buried.

This region is also rich in handicrafts like block printing, carpet weaving, marble work, blue pottery, etc. In the evenings you can visit such workshops to get a close look at the way these are done. Then there are the countless shopping options open to you throughout your trip – as are the options to try different cuisines of north India. This tour is exceptionally enjoyable – with a highly knowledgeable tour assistant staying with you throughout your tour.