Top India Historical Tours

Delhi is full of sights that are hard to leave off a successful itinerary, but visitors can find it challenging to travel from one part of the bustling city to another. On this Delhi tour, let a driver and guide do the legwork, taking you to explore Old and New Delhi attractions. See some of the city’s most popular historical, religious, and political landmarks, and stop for photos at India Gate. A rickshaw ride is included, and a buffet lunch is available with an upgrade.

Sunrise is one of the most beautiful times of day at Agra’s Taj Mahal, but it can be intimidating leaving your hotel alone before dawn to get there. Opt for an unobstructed view on a sunrise walking tour from your accommodation. Watch as the sky changes color and highlights the UNESCO World Heritage site as you tour with your guide. This tour guarantees fantastic photo opportunities of this romantic monument.

Take a trip out to the Elephanta Caves, a group of rock-hewn cave temples believed to have been carved some 1500 years ago, with this guided tour. Your driver will pick you up and take you to the port, where you'll take a boat ride out to the famous caves. You'll then spend time visiting and learning about the caves' history from your guide before returning to shore.

Explore historic Hyderabad through the eyes of an insider when you join a guide on a private tour. Save yourself the stress of sorting out transportation or finding your way around as you immerse yourself in the city’s architecture, shopping, and culture. Check out city landmarks, spend time browsing bazaars, and have the option of taking in panoramic city views.

See the best of Bengaluru with this comprehensive small-group tour, which visits more sights than you could possibly cover on your own—with no need to stress over taxis or local transport. Learn about the city’s history from its humble pre-medieval origins to its current status as a cosmopolitan IT hub. Visit a local temple, bazaar, gardens, heritage buildings, and more, with a South Indian lunch and hotel transfers included.

The Taj Mahal can draw up to eight million visitors per year—so you can imagine the wait times to enter the centuries-old Mughal monument. On this half-day private tour, breeze past the crowds with guaranteed skip-the-line admission. Learn all about the iconic landmark's romantic history from your guide, with plenty of time for questions. Door-to-door hotel transfers are included for a seamless experience.

Spend two days visiting the Ajanta and Ellora Caves with this private package, which includes daily pick-up and drop-off at your Aurangabad hotel. You'll visit one group of caves on each day, and you’ll have the option of booking just your transfers or a fully guided tour that includes the services of a local guide.

Seeing both New and Old Delhi in one day can be challenging without a plan. This private tour takes care of transportation and logistics, allowing you to explore the city’s top sights with a guide handling the details. Visit UNESCO World Heritage sites such as Humayun’s Tomb, Qutub Minar, the Red Fort, and Jama Masjid, as well as key landmarks including India Gate, Parliament House, and the Lotus Temple.

Make the most of your time in Delhi by booking this private tour, where your guide makes sure you don’t miss any of the top attractions, and shows you some you might not find on your own. Feel free to customize this tour according to your interests, lasting either around a half-day or up to a full-day.

Navigating Fort Kochi and Mattancherry solo can feel overwhelming to first-time visitors, but exploring on foot gives you an intimate perspective of the town. Keep things simple and join a local host on a walking tour, checking off key landmarks including traditional Chinese fishing nets, churches and temples, and the Jewish synagogue. As you explore, learn about the area's history and the diverse cultures that passed through Kochi’s ports.

Nothing says “bucket list” like the Taj Mahal, but getting to this iconic landmark isn’t easy—especially for travelers pressed for time. Get there and back in a single day during this private, hassle-free day trip from Delhi. Travel via the Yamuna Expressway in the comfort of your own air-conditioned vehicle. A private guide is included; upgrade to include entrance tickets or a deluxe lunch buffet.

Explore most visities tourist places in Udaipur on this private full-day sightseeing tour with your own private car and driver. Visit the City Palace on Lake Pichola, see Hindu traditions at Jagdish Temple, delve into folk art and culture at Bharatiya Lok Kala Mandal, and take a relaxing stroll around the lotus pools and fountains at Saheliyon ki Bari. You have the option of hiring a local guide at major sites and purchasing lunch or snacks as you like (own expense). During this tour, you will have your own private driver and a private air-conditioned vehicle, as well as hotel pickup and drop-off. - Private full-day city sightseeing tour of Udaipur. - Experience rich cultural heritage by visiting the lakes, temples, huge forts and palaces boast about the rich legacy of this city. - Explore the City Palace, which combines Rajasthani and Mughal architectural styles. - Transportation from and to the hotel is included, as well as a private driver and vehicle.

Learn about Munnar’s tea production and the origins of tea straight from the source. Walk through a tea plantation and meet local tea farmers. In addition to the fresh air and lush greenery, you’ll visit a working factory, where you’ll see local manufacturing techniques and refine your palate with a tea tasting.

Benefit from personalized attention on this private tuk-tuk tour of Kochi and Mattanchery, which lets you cover more sights in less time than you could on foot or while touring alone. Ride through the streets like a local, with commentary on Kochi's history and culture from your driver-guide. Visit highlights such as the Chinese fishing nets, Dutch Palace, and St. Francis Church. Hotel or port pickup and drop-off are included.

Agra’s UNESCO World Heritage–listed attractions are must sees, but visiting in a day from Delhi can be stressful alone. Simplify the planning of a private trip with Delhi hotel pickup included. Visit the beautiful Taj Mahal and learn how Shah Jahan built this marble mausoleum for his wife Mumtaz. After, stop at Agra Fort and explore the 16th-century monument with your guide, too. Return to Delhi in time for dinner.

Explore one of the world's largest slums, the Dharavi slum area in Mumbai, with a resident guide on this tour. Learn about the history and culture of this area and the daily lives of the inhabitants through your guide's enlightening commentary.

Immerse yourself in Bangalore without worrying about getting lost with a small-group, guided walk that visits many of the city's highlights. Highlights include visits to Bangalore Fort and to the historic Tipu Palace, famous for its teak architecture. You also stop at two temples and have time to visit a local market near K R Market, all with a guide to lead the way.

Explore the impressive Kumbhalgarh Fort and Ranakpur Temple from Udaipur on an easy private tour. There’s no need to take uncomfortable public buses through the hills as you’ll enjoy a hotel pickup and comfortable, air-conditioned private transport. Learn more about the dynasties that ruled Rajasthan at the enormous fort and the Jain religion at the intricate temple. This is a must-do tour for travelers interested in Rajasthani history and culture.

Agra’s Taj Mahal is one of India’s top attractions but planning a solo day trip from Delhi can be challenging. Travel by fast train to maximize sightseeing and minimize travel time. The Gatimaan Express train gets you to Agra, where your private guide and driver meet you. Visit the Taj Mahal and Agra Fort, with optional visits to the Tomb of I’timad-ud-Daulah and Mehtab Bagh. Lunch and admissions are included.

Visit the highlights of Agra in a single day during this private, full-day Taj Mahal tour from Delhi. Visit the iconic Mughal-era mausoleum, plus Agra Fort and the tomb of Itmad-ud-Daula—nicknamed Baby Taj. Door-to-door, air-conditioned transportation from anywhere in the capital region is included. Upgrade to include a deluxe lunch or admission tickets.

Dating to the 7th Century AD, the ancient temples at Mahabalipuram are among Tamil Nadu's most significant historic attractions, and the best way to truly understand their history and importance is by visiting with a guide. This tour, capped at just 15 participants, showcases the highlights of the UNESCO World Heritage Site and shows you spots you might not otherwise find on your own.

Delhi is packed with historical attractions, but sights are spread out, making the Indian capital tough to navigate independently. Experience both traditional and modern sides of the city during this private full-day tour of New and Old Delhi. See highlights such as the Mughal-era Jama Masjid mosque, iconic India Gate, and the unique contemporary architecture of Lotus Temple. Door-to-door air-conditioned vehicle transfers and hotel pickup are included.

See the best of Agra, including the impressive Taj Mahal, on this hassle-free private tour from Delhi. Your guide and driver take care of all the logistics and navigation, so you can just enjoy your tour. Choose to add lunch and monument fees so that you can save time and don’t need to pay for those on the spot. Get your cameras ready for photos of the Taj Mahal, Agra Fort, and much more.