Top India City Tours - page 4

Explore the neighborhood made famous by the 2008 film "Slumdog Millionaire" with a resident guide to illuminate the challenges and issues facing residents who make their home there. Walk through Dharavi and see the way residents make their living, including plastic recycling, soap production, pottery, and other methods. Stop by local schools and churches to get a sense of the community while listening to your guide's sensitive commentary.

Save hours of research and eliminate the stress of getting around Udaipur’s sights alone on this private full-day tour. Traveling by private air-conditioned car, visit highlights such as the City Palace, Jagmandir Palace on Pichola Lake, and roam gardens, museums, and temples. Enjoy the flexibility to skip an attraction to spend more time at another if you wish—the itinerary is fully customizable. Upgrade to include an English-speaking guide if you choose.

Discover the culinary and cultural traditions of Old Delhi on a tour that features stops for delicious street food. Travel by metro, rickshaw, and on foot to visit the UNESCO World Heritage–listed Jama Masjid and a Sikh gurudwara (temple). Sample your choice of vegetarian and meat snacks, such as chole bhature, aloo chaat, chicken tikka, or mutton seekh kebab. The tour includes all snacks and a fun rickshaw ride.

After pickup from the airport or your hotel in an air-conditioned private car, head straight to the 16th-century Humayun’s Tomb, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and Mughal monument that inspired the Taj Mahal. Then, drive south to another iconic Mughal site: the Qutub Minar, the world’s tallest brick minaret and a remnant of Delhi's ancient dynasties. Jump forward a thousand years with a visit to the Lotus Temple, a unique, petal-shaped white marble structure—last of seven Bahai temples in the world. After a lunch break, head to the 17th-century, Mughal-built Jama Masjid, the largest and most spectacular mosque in India and one of the standout sights in Old Delhi. From there, swing by the India Gate, New Delhi a symbol of modern India. Lastly, stop by the unforgettable Red Fort, a former royal residence built by the Mughal emperor Shah Jahan, before drop-off to your hotel. We will try to cover most of the places as per the duration of the tour. Maybe will miss some spots.

However much time you have in India, no visit is complete without seeing the Taj Mahal. This private day trip from Delhi includes skip-the-line access and travel in an air-conditioned car, letting you focus on the sights without planning stress or delays. Take convenience breaks as needed and enjoy a flexible, comfortable journey with a guide. As well as the Taj, also visit Agra Fort and the Tomb of I’timad-ud-Daulah.

Simplify your visit to the UNESCO-listed Ajanta and Ellora Caves with this private transfer service for two days. You’ll be picked up from your hotel in Aurangabad each morning; on day one, visit the Ajanta Caves, and on day two the Ellora Caves, Daulatabad Fort, and Bibi-Ka-Maqbara, known as the mini Taj Mahal. You can opt to hire a guide at the caves or tour independently.

Take a walking tour of the Dharavi slum area in Mumbai with an informative guide who shares a new perspective on life in one of India's largest cities. Glimpse a hidden side of urban India and discover a place that's alive with small-scale industries and community spirit.

See a different side of Agra, beyond the Taj Mahal, on this walking tour. You'll visit areas better known by locals than by tourists, including the massive Jama Masjid (Mosque), the 650-year-old Shri Mankameshwar Temple, and the historic Agra Fort Railway Station. You'll also get to check out some of the city's top markets, with time remaining to sample the city's famous sweet, pethe, at a local confectionary shop.

Simplify your Jaipur sightseeing with a handy private car and driver. The itinerary is customizable to suit your interests. Check out must-see highlights including the Hawa Mahal (Palace of the Winds), the Jantar Mantar, and Amber Fort. As your driver is not a licensed guide, you have the flexibility to hire separate guides at each attraction or to enjoy a relaxed self-guided tour.

See two of Agra’s highlights in a half day on this private tour that includes a visit to Taj Mahal and Agra Fort. Leave all the logistics and navigation to your expert guide as you make the most of your time in Agra. Visit Agra Fort and the famous UNESCO World Heritage Site of Taj Mahal with a guide who will share details about its history, architecture, and secrets.

See two of Agra’s historical treasures on this private full-day trip from Delhi. Take in the UNESCO-listed 17th-century Taj Mahal, the white-marble mausoleum built by Emperor Shah Jahan for his beloved wife, Mumtaz Mahal, and explore the chambers and courtyards of UNESCO-protected Agra Fort. Includes a private guide, private air-conditioned transport and pickup and drop-off at Delhi hotels or airport; upgrade to include a buffet lunch and admission tickets.

The Dharavi Slum in Mumbai is one of the largest slum areas in Asia, but it's also a major center for entrepreneurship and recycling. Join an English-speaking guide who lives in the area on a tour and see it for yourself. You'll even get to try your hand at pottery at a potter's workshop and dine on vegetarian fare in a family home.

See Jaipur's highlights without having to catch buses or haggle with taxi drivers on a private full-day tour by tuk-tuk. After a handy hotel pickup, travel to key sites including the Hawa Mahal, Jantar Mantar observatory, and City Palace. Tuk-tuks provide a more intimate perspective than traveling by car, and you can more easily navigate the traffic. The itinerary offers a personalized experience that can be tailored to your interests.

Ensure a taxi is waiting for you when you arrive at Delhi’s Indira Gandhi International Airport by pre-booking a private arrival transfer. Your driver will pick you up at the airport and take you to your hotel in a private, air-conditioned sedan (or SUV for larger groups), just for you and your party.

Don’t let limited time in India stop you visiting the Taj Mahal, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the New7Wonders of the World. Instead, opt for a time-saving tour that transports you to the monument via express train, for a faster and smoother journey. Save hours of time and benefit from the insider knowledge of your guide as you explore the iconic Taj Mahal as well as the Agra Fort and Tomb of Itimad-ud-Daulah (Baby Taj).

Journey back to the days of India’s Mughal Empire on this private Delhi to Agra tour that includes admission to two World Heritage sites—Agra Fort and the Taj Mahal. With a private guide, you’ll admire the 16th- and 17th-century architecture of the enormous Agra Fort and the Tomb of Itmad-ud-Daulah (aka Baby Taj), and gaze in wonder at the exterior and interior grandeur of the Taj Mahal, one of the New7Wonders of the World. On this private day trip, you can be sure you’ll enjoy an in-depth and personalized experience.

Make the most of a short time on land on a private day tour of Fort Kochi by tuk tuk. Unlike riding in a car, from a tuk tuk you’ll get an intimate perspective of the city. Visit a number of cultural and natural attractions around Fort Kochi, including the Chinese fishing nets, the beach, various churches and cathedrals, Mattancherry Palace, spice markets, and more.

Explore Delhi without worrying about transportation on this private tour, which includes round-trip transfers from your hotel or airport. Navigate this bustling capital—home to over 30 million people—with ease by chauffeured vehicle, alongside a guide who fills you in on the stories behind historical attractions such as the Red Fort and Humayun’s Tomb. This tour checks off the highlights in a single day—an ideal introduction for first-timers.

Explore the highlights of Bangalore with your own private guide on a full-day tour of top attractions including ISKCON Temple. You'll also take in the Tudor-style architecture of Bangalore Palace, see the tucked away remnants of Tipu Sultan Fort and Palace, stroll the lush grounds of Lalbagh Botanical Garden, and visit the rock-cut caves of Gavi Gangadhareshwara Temple. Learn about the history of Bangalore from your guide as you travel in your own private vehicle on a tour that includes hotel pickup and drop-off.

Visit top attractions in Udaipur on this private full-day tour with your own private driver. Explore the City Palace on Lake Pichola, check out Hindu traditions at Jagdish Temple, delve into folk culture at Bharatiya Lok Kala Mandal, and take in the greenery of Gulab Bagh (Sajjan Niwas Garden). Have the flexibility to hire a local guide at major sites, and to purchase lunch or snacks when you want (own expense). Your tour includes a private driver and air-conditioned vehicle, and hotel pickup and drop-off.

Find out for yourself why Agra’s Taj Mahal is one of the most beloved romantic monuments in the world on this handy day tour from Delhi. Receive personalized attention from your guide as this is a private tour. You’ll be picked up from your hotel in Delhi and transported in a comfortable private car to Agra. Check out other UNESCO-listed sites, including Agra Fort, and refuel with a buffet lunch.

Make the most of your time at shore and explore the bustling city of Mumbai. See the city’s key landmarks such as the Queen Victoria Terminus, Crawford Market, Malabar Hill, the Gateway of India, and the Taj Mahal Hotel. Learn about the history of Mumbai from ancient times to present-day as you explore the city in an air-contioned coach.

Delhi is filled with unique attractions, but as one of the world’s largest cities, it’s also famously hard to navigate. Take the stress out of sightseeing during this private half-day tour, which visits a hand-picked selection of sites by air-conditioned vehicle. Take a scenic stroll through Lodhi Gardens, say your respects at India Gate, peek inside UNESCO-listed Humayun’s Tomb, and more.

See Kochi’s top attractions independently in your own private tuk-tuk, with this private shore excursion including round-trip transfers from the cruise ship dock and hotel pickup. You'll have flexibility to explore at your leisure, stopping at key sites like Fort Kochi Beach, Chinese Fishing Nets, Dutch Cemetery, Santa Cruz Cathedral Basilica, and Mattancherry Palace.