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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.

Make a tour to Agra easy and stress-free with round-trip private transportation and a dedicated guide. Make your own schedule for pickup and drop-off at your New Delhi hotel; move at your own pace while exploring the landmarks in Agra. Lunch at a top Agra restaurant and entry fees to sites visited are included in the tour price.

Ideal for travelers short on time, this private tour covers the best of Agra in one day of sightseeing from New Delhi. After hotel pickup in Delhi, make the roughly 3.5-4–hour journey to Agra in a private air-conditioned car. On arrival, visit the Taj Mahal, Agra Fort, and the Tomb of Itmad-ud-Daulah (the Baby Taj) with a guide before returning to Delhi.

Combine sightseeing in Udaipur with the thrill of a tuk tuk ride on this private day tour. Cover far more ground than a walking tour while also getting closer to the attractions than you would by car. Visit many of Udaipur’s major attractions in just one day, including the City Palace, temples, and a spice and vegetable market. Enjoy convenient hotel pickup and drop-off included with your private tour.

Visit sacred sites in Old Delhi with your own private guide on a full-day tour that provides insights into India's spiritual traditions. Hear commentary from your guide as you explore important Hindu and Sikh temples, the largest mosque in India, an Anglican church, and a high-tech modern temple with sound and light displays. Gain insight into Old Delhi's diverse architecture and cultural traditions throughout the tour.

See the highlights of Mumbai without the stress of navigating the city alone by opting for a guided tour in your own private, air-conditioned vehicle. You'll visit iconic spots such as the Gateway of India and the Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus with stops at a variety of Hindu and Jain temples. You'll also spend time at Dhobi Ghat, the city's famous open-air laundromat.

Admire the Taj Mahal by day and by night—and discover other top landmarks in Agra—on this private, 2-day tour from Delhi. On the first day, meet your driver at your Delhi accommodation and journey directly to Agra. Check in to your hotel before proceeding to the Taj Mahal: a splendid Wonder of the World. You’ll also discover the Agra Fort and Mehtab Bagh garden, which offers scenic views of the Taj Mahal. On the next day, explore two more highlights: the Itmad-Ud-Daulah Tomb and Fatehpur Sikri.

Experience a private guided evening tour of Akshardham Temple in New Delhi, including hotel or airport pickup and drop-off for convenience. Explore the temple’s intricate carvings, exhibitions, and Hindu traditions, then enjoy a high-tech light and sound show featuring music, lasers, water, and live acting. Bottled water are provided to keep you refreshed. Conclude your tour with an optional dinner stop before returning to your hotel.

See Varanasi through the eyes of an insider with this guided tour of the ancient city. Your guide, Vinay, will fully customize your tour to suit your personal interests, where you can immerse yourself in the spiritual and religious experiences for which the city is known. Visit Varanasi's famous ghats, cremation grounds, local markets to sample safe street food, and secret spots, and more that you won't find in any guidebook.

Take a whirlwind trip to the Taj Mahal with this private, all-inclusive tour from Delhi, which includes train tickets, admission tickets, transportation in Agra, and the services of a local guide. You'll take a super-fast train to Agra, where you’ll see top attractions, not only the Taj Mahal, but also Agra Fort and the Tomb of Itmad-Ud-Daulah (Baby Taj).

Mysore, Somnathpur, and Srirangapatna make an ideal day trip from nearby Bangalore. On this tour, reach all sites in comfort by air-conditioned vehicle—with a traditional South Indian breakfast and lunch, and round-trip hotel pickup and transportation from your central Bangalore hotel included. Follow your expert accompanying guide through lush sugarcane plantations to historic Somnathpur and Srirangapatna—home to ancient temples and monuments—and explore the palaces of Mysore.

Visit two of India's most famous UNESCO World Heritage Sites — the Taj Mahal and Agra Fort — on a full-day tour from Jaipur. Your art historian guide provides informative commentary about these iconic sites, and tops it off with a visit to UNESCO-listed Fatehpur Sikri. This culture-filled tour includes a private guide and air-conditioned vehicle with hotel pickup and drop-off.

Northern India is packed with incredible cultural and historical attractions. But many travelers don’t know where to start—or how to get there. Enjoy a private, three-day Golden Triangle package featuring UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Old and New Delhi, Rajput palaces in Jaipur, and the unmissable Taj Mahal, with ground transportation and hotel accommodations included.

Delhi is a study in contrasts, from centuries-old UNESCO World Heritage sites such as Humayun’s Tomb and the Jama Masjid to contemporary architectural icons such as the Lotus Temple—but most tours focus on one side or the other. Experience the best of both worlds on this private, customizable tour, which lets you design your own half-day or full-day itinerary.

The Taj Mahal draws visitors from all over the world, and during busy season, wait times in line can last up to three hours. This special, skip-the-line Taj Mahal admission ticket saves you the time waiting in line, and gets you inside the UNESCO World Heritage Site so you can explore it at your own pace. This admission ticket also offers two different pickup options, as well as a guided tour upgrade for ultimate convenience.

This private tour is an excellent way to see Agra’s top attractions in a short space of time. Avoid the hassle of booking transfers and enjoy having door-to-door round-trip transport from Jaipur included. No need to worry about getting lost—a private guide accompanies you around the Taj Mahal and Agra Fort as you explore the magnificent architecture.

Get a close-up view of the monuments, markets, and street life of Old Delhi the easy way on this small-group tour by autorickshaw (tuk tuk). The climate and congestion of the area can make walking tiring, so this is a comfortable way to get around. Check out highlights including main road Chandni Chowk, the Jama Masjid, the Red Fort, Haldiram’s snack shop, and more. Tasty local snacks are included.

Choose convenient options of Guided tour making easy to accommodate with skip the long lines and explore Taj and Agra Fort learning about the history of the imperial city of the Mughal rulers.

Explore the highlights of Mumbai with ease on this private half-day sightseeing tour. Enjoy convenient pickup from your hotel and discover landmarks such as the Gateway of India, Dhobi Ghat, Marine Drive, Gandhi Museum, Crawford Market, and more, with a local guide to provide insights and recommendations. Cruise port options and additional add-ons available as well.

Get to know Kolkata better on an intimate small-group walking tour in the early morning. Experience the city in the calm morning, before the roads get busy and people rush to work. Your local guide will take you to many city landmarks–such as the Howrah Bridge and the Flower Market–but give you a unique insight into their history and culture. Refuel with a local breakfast en route.

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.

Get a primer on Pallava-style architecture on this full-day private tour to Mahabalipuram and Kanchipuram. Benefit from personal attention and the ability to travel at your own pace while visiting the Ekambareswar and Kailasanathar temples, then a local saree weaver. Moving on to the port of Mahabalipuram, see the Five Rathas, the shore temple, and Arjuna's Penance, learning about them through guided commentary.

This 4-day Golden Triangle Tour is the perfect overview tour of India. You’ll save hours researching top sites, and instead have a detailed itinerary of attractions in Delhi, Agra, and Jaipur. Take the stress out of traveling on public transport by having a driver to take you between dispersed sites over four days. Highlights include Jama Masjid, India Gate, Lotus Temple, Agra Fort, the Taj Mahal, Amber Fort, and City Palace.

Get off the beaten path with a visit to the khau gullies, or food alleys, of Mumbai. Your guide will take you to a variety of popular street food spots where you'll get to try local and regional treats, from Mumbai's famous Vada pav to dishes from the neighboring state of Gujarat.