Top India Cultural Tours - page 3

Explore the bustling streets and hidden lanes of Old Delhi during a morning or afternoon small-group walking tour. Take a ride on a rickshaw, shop for Indian souvenirs at the bazaar, sample some local delicacies, and visit one of the largest spice markets in the world. Learn about Delhi’s long and colorful history from your informative guide and get an intimate, close-up perspective.

See some of India's most iconic cities on this comprehensive 4-day private Golden Triangle tour. Relax in a private air-conditioned vehicle as you travel between Delhi, Agra, and Jaipur. Your driver shares details and history of landmarks along the way. See the sunrise over the UNESCO World Heritage–listed Taj Mahal, visit Amber Fort, and explore the Maharaja’s City Palace, among other activities, with private guides at each sight.

Spend two days exploring the sights of Varanasi, without having to worry about getting lost in its meandering lanes, on this private tour of the city. You'll learn about Hindu traditions through visits to temples and Ganges River ghats, watch silk weavers in action, and take a trip out to Sarnath, one of the most important Buddhist pilgrimage sites in the world. Note that accommodation is not included.

Spend a day learning about and exploring Kolkata with a professional guide to lead the way on this private tour. You'll visit the colorful Malik Ghat Flower Market, see idols and pottery being created in the Kumortuli neighborhood, and see Mother Teresa's Missionaries of Charity headquarters, with time left over to sample popular Bengali sweets and stop for a cup of tea or coffee.

Fashion enthusiasts and shopaholics will love this private shopping tour in Delhi with a female consultant. Delhi is a huge city with an enormous variety of shopping options–it would be easy to get lost and confused without insider help. As this is a private, customizable tour, you can choose to shop for whatever interests you most–clothing, accessories, jewelry, and so on. Visit markets and boutiques, and enjoy sightseeing along the way.

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.

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.

Even if you’re only in India for a few days, this tour makes it possible to visit both the Taj Mahal and Agra Fort from Delhi. Benefit from both the undivided attention and insider knowledge of your guide as you witness sunrise at the Taj Mahal, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the New7Wonders of the World, and visit the impressive Agra Fort. Choose the 2:00am tour to catch the sunrise, or any other times for a relaxed daytime tour.

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.

Experience some of India’s most beautiful sights on this private day trip to Agra, including transport from Delhi. With an early morning pickup, make it to the Taj Mahal in time to take in stunning views of the majestic mausoleum at sunrise. Tour the grounds with your private guide, and enjoy breakfast at a nearby hotel (included with some packages). Stop by Agra Fort before returning to Delhi.

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.

Old Delhi is known for its tasty street food, from syrup-soaked “jalebis” to “chole bhature” (a traditional Punjabi dish)—but knowing where to locate the best vendors takes local know-how. On this half-day tour, get an insider’s introduction to Delhi’s bustling Chandni Chowk marketplace. En route, check out the Jama Masjid mosque and Asia’s biggest spice market. Eat and drink your fill along the way, with tastings included.

If you only have one day in Agra, don’t spend it waiting in line at the Taj Mahal. Beat the crowds with pre-booked admission tickets and enter directly inside the world-renowned Mughal monument. Explore the UNESCO landmark at your own pace with your tour guide. who points out the best spots for photo opportunities.

If you’ve only got limited time to see the Taj Mahal, don’t waste the day sitting in traffic; instead, take the train between Agra and Delhi in order to reduce transit time and maximise your stay at one of the New 7 Wonders of the World. Ideal for first-time visitors on a time budget, this private experience takes care of all logistics and ensures you get the best photos beside the Taj Mahal.visit the Taj Mahal, Agra Fort, and the Tomb of Itmad-ud-Daulah with a guide. Travel between Delhi and Agra by India's superfast train, the Gatimaan Express Admire the UNESCO Listed Taj Mahal, the seventh wonder of the world Visit Agra Fort, an impressive red sandstone structure of Mughal architecture Visit Itimad-Ud-Daulah, known as Baby Taj, and explore the grounds around it Enjoy lunch at a 5-star hotel in Agra and taste traditional Indian cuisine

Enjoy an evening of entertainment from Amritsar with a difference when you attend the Wagah Border Flag Ceremony before sunset. Your private guide will meet you at your Amritsar hotel and transport you to the India–Pakistan border, where you’ll watch the guards from the two rival nations face off against each other as they close the border for the day.

See Amritsar through the eyes of a local on this private full-day tour with hotel pickup. Visit the Golden Temple, a Sikh pilgrimage site, plus historical landmarks in the Old City. In the late afternoon, head to the Wagah Border to see the Indian and Pakistani border guards face off against each other. Your guide helps you get seats with a good view. Enjoy personalized attention on a private tour.

Udaipur is filled with historical and cultural sights, but travelers visiting on their own risk missing out on crucial context. Explore the stunning lakeside city at an unhurried pace—with plenty of time to ask questions—during this private half-day guided walking tour. From the temple-filled ghats to the City Palace and serene Lake Pichola, you’ll tick off top sights alongside your own personal guide.

Explore the Fort Kochi area in your own private tuk-tuk with this excursion, led by a local tuk-tuk driver. Your driver will give you the inside scoop on life in the city while showing you attractions such as the Chinese Fishing Nets, the Cochin Spice Market, Synagogue Lane, and the local Jain Temple, with the option to customize your tour to suit your tastes.

Spend a day exploring Delhi and its top attractions with this private tour. Your guide will pick you up in an air-conditioned vehicle and take you to see top attractions such as the Jama Masjid, Humayun’s Tomb, India Gate, the Gandhi Museum, and the Lotus Temple. You'll also get the chance to take a rickshaw ride through historic Old Delhi and spend time at Khari Baoli, one of the biggest spice markets in Asia.

Experience the stunning beauty of sunrise and sunset on this immersive full-day tour of Agra. Unearth the history and folklore surrounding the iconic Taj Mahal as you listen in to stories from your local guide. Tour Agra Fort, the "Baby Taj," and admire a romantic view of the Taj Mahal from Mehtab Bagh.

This sunrise tour to the Taj Mahal in Agra is an ideal trip for travelers short on time in India, but who still want to see one of the country’s most iconic sites. Be picked up from your hotel in Delhi in the early hours and driven to Agra, so you can relax in the private car on the way. Reach Agra in time for a beautiful sunrise over the romantic monument.

Discover the vibrant city of Kolkata on a private tour of the city. See key landmarks such as Mother Teresa’s house to view her tomb, the Howrah Bridge, the Marble Palace, and much more as you drive around in a private, air-conditioned vehicle. Learn about the history of India, from ancient times to its British occupation to present-day, over the course of the day.

Explore the highlights and hidden gems of Bandra on this small-group guided walking tour. Discover why Bandra West is known as the “Queen of the Suburbs” in Mumbai, and learn about the area’s Portuguese past as you walk past historic forts, churches, and villages with a guide and a small group.

Learn all about Bangalore's history with a local guide on this small-group tour of the city. You'll visit top historic sites such as Tipu Sultan's Summer Palace, constructed of teak, and the grand Bangalore Palace, with time left over to visit the centuries-old Kote Venkataramana Temple, a fine example of Dravidian temple architecture.