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Essence of India

By Wendy Wu Tours

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Group Tour

Lodging level

Luxury - 5 star

Physical level

Easy

Trip pace

Balanced schedule

Highlights

Cruise along the picturesque Lake Pichola
Take an exciting auto-rickshaw ride through Jodhpur
Enjoy a thrilling jeep ride at Amer Fort
Canter Safari excursions in Ranthambore/Keoladeo National Park
See the majestic Taj Mahal change color at sunrise

Themes

Cultural, Nature & Wildlife, National Parks

What travelers are saying

"Oct 2019 - We have just returned from a 26 day 'Wendy Wu - Grand Tour of China' which was absolutely EXCELLENT!!! Our China holiday gave us an insight into a beautiful country, rich in history and tradition. We were extremely impressed with its clean and safe modern cities filled with beautiful helpful people. Our National Guide was Sam Gao who was very professional, his expert knowledge of history and facts on every city and region we visited was interesting and educational. Sam, together with the local guides, made the tour fun and a very enjoyable experience. The many activities, evening shows, meals and hotels were brilliant, and we had so much fun with the other members of our tour group. Thank you Wendy Wu & Sam, this was a fantastic holiday with fond memories that we will remember forever, and we will be recommending this Wendy Wu tour to all our friends. John & Elena"

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18 days

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Rail Journey Through India

By National Geographic Expeditions

preferred

Small Group Tour

Lodging level

Luxury - 5 star

Physical level

Moderate

Trip pace

Balanced schedule

Highlights

Travel for five nights aboard the Palace on Wheels, a train designed in the style of a bygone era, evoking the splendor of the maharajas.
Explore six UNESCO World Heritage sites, including Fatehpur Sikri and the incomparable Taj Mahal.
Search for tigers in Ranthambhore National Park, and spot rare birds and other wildlife in Keoladeo Ghana National Park.
Take a sunset camel safari among the evocative dunes of the Thar Desert.

Themes

50 Plus, Train & Rail Journeys

What travelers are saying

"We booked a National Geographic expedition Holland and Belgium by River. The promotional literature promised a 14-day deposit refund window. The “invoice” was marked “non-refundable” deposit. We completed the National Geographic Traveler Information. About 8 days later we received the “Travel Agreement” to be signed. We both approved and signed the National Geographic documents. A Cruise Line Travel agreement was enclosed but had no signature line. This document contained language which was unacceptable. We submitted the signed NatGeo documents. The following day we canceled the trip due to the unacceptable Cruise Line language. Cancellation was made 12 days after booking and no deposit was returned. We were told on the phone that the refund deadline was triggered by the 14 day window OR signatures on the Travel Agreement which ever came first. This was NEW information. To date, we have received NO refund of our $1000. We cancelled our trip within the advertised 14 day window."

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13 days From$11,995

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Classic India

By Myths and Mountains

premier

Private Guided

Lodging level

Luxury - 5 star

Physical level

Very Easy

Trip pace

Flexible schedule

Highlights

Visits to Jama Masjid, Qutub Minar, Humayan's Tomb and Gandhi's home
Explore the Taj Mahal
Wander Varanasi and take a boat ride on the Ganges
Visit Sanchi, Bhopal and Mandu
Visit Panna Wildlife Park

Themes

Cultural, Nature & Wildlife, 50 Plus, Local Immersion & Homestays, Education / Learning, National Parks, Festivals & Special Events, Eco, Sustainable & Green Travel

What travelers are saying

"It is a difficult job to make everybody happy all of the time, but you ladies do a superb job. We were definitely off the beaten path, and when following that path there are sometimes unexpected surprises, but every bump was handled beautifully."

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15 days From$7,195

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India: Unexplored Gujarat –Crafts, Wildlife and Archaeology

By Myths and Mountains

premier

Private Guided

Lodging level

Premium - 4 star

Physical level

Easy

Trip pace

Flexible schedule

Highlights

Explore Great Rann of Kachchh
Visit Dholavira – a pre-Sanskrit Civilization
Explore Gir National Park and Wildlife Sanctuary
Visit the Temple of Somnath
Explore Palitana, the gateway to Shatrunjaya

Themes

Cultural, Local Immersion & Homestays, Education / Learning, Eco, Sustainable & Green Travel

What travelers are saying

"It is a difficult job to make everybody happy all of the time, but you ladies do a superb job. We were definitely off the beaten path, and when following that path there are sometimes unexpected surprises, but every bump was handled beautifully."

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16 days From$5,995

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Sri Lanka and South India: Architecture, Animals, Arts and Ambiance

By Myths and Mountains

premier

Private Guided

Lodging level

Luxury - 5 star

Physical level

Moderate

Trip pace

Flexible schedule

Highlights

Visit Sigiriya
Explore Minneriya National Park
See Kandy's Temple of the Tooth
Explore Chennai
Visit Madurai's Minakshi Temple

Themes

Cultural, Nature & Wildlife, 50 Plus, Local Immersion & Homestays, Education / Learning, National Parks, Eco, Sustainable & Green Travel

What travelers are saying

"It is a difficult job to make everybody happy all of the time, but you ladies do a superb job. We were definitely off the beaten path, and when following that path there are sometimes unexpected surprises, but every bump was handled beautifully."

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18 days From$7,095

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India: Rajasthan and Its Festivals

By Myths and Mountains

premier

Private Guided

Lodging level

Premium - 4 star

Physical level

Easy

Trip pace

Flexible schedule

Highlights

Discover Delhi.
Explore Jaipur to Bikaner via Fatehpur and camel Breeding Farm.
Visit Mehrengarh Fort
Explore Jodhpur and Udaipur

Themes

Cultural, Nature & Wildlife, Local Immersion & Homestays, National Parks, Festivals & Special Events, Religious, Eco, Sustainable & Green Travel

What travelers are saying

"It is a difficult job to make everybody happy all of the time, but you ladies do a superb job. We were definitely off the beaten path, and when following that path there are sometimes unexpected surprises, but every bump was handled beautifully."

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14 days From$6,995

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India's Golden Triangle (Delhi and Taj Mahal)

By Adventures within Reach

preferred

Group Tour

Lodging level

Premium - 4 star

Physical level

Easy

Trip pace

Balanced schedule

Highlights

See India's greatest highlights in just 7 days!
Visit the incomparable Taj Mahal
Travel to Agra, 200 KM away by road, with sightseeing along the way
Explore fascinating Jaipur, the fabled Pink City
Explore Delhi

Themes

Cultural, Local Immersion & Homestays, Transformative

What travelers are saying

"Just got back from an incredible adventure. Bhutan was more than I could have ever expected. There was an abundance of good travel karma throughout the trip. The guide, Bhim, was great, very accommodating, and personalized the trip in many amazing ways, and though him I got to know the people and the culture close up and personal. The whole thing went off without a hitch. Bhutan was the most amazing place I have ever been."

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7 days From$945

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India: Images of South India

By MT Sobek (Mountain Travel Sobek)

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Private Guided

Lodging level

Premium - 4 star

Physical level

Easy

Trip pace

Flexible schedule

Highlights

Explore southern India from coast to coast—from the spice trade of the Malabar Coast to the colonial influences on the Coromandel
Game viewing at Periyar National Park—elephants, guar, and even the elusive tiger
Visit Old Cochin and the temples of Madurai
Float through the beautiful serene backwaters of Kerala, witnessing the everyday life of the local people fishing and farming

Themes

Cultural, Nature & Wildlife, 50 Plus, National Parks

What travelers are saying

"First, let me say our tour guide Tomomi S. is hands down THE best tour guide I’ve ever had - knowledgeable, fun and made great efforts to ensure that we were comfortable and happy (MTSobek tour guides are independent contractors. Tomomi also works for other Adventure/Tour companies) Secondly, Japan is beautiful, clean and the Japanese people are very welcoming. The hiking in the national parks was amazing. It could have been a truly five-star experience if MtSobek had not cut corners so egregiously. The website said (at the time) group tours are 5-22 people. The tour gets canceled if the minimum is not met. When I paid there were TWO other people booked-a mother and daughter duo. Shortly before our departure date I called to see if the tour would be cancelled. I wanted my money back but Mt Sobek was “pleased to say that the trip would not be canceled”. In other words, I could not get a refund. At the last minute a guy named Matt signed up so there were four of us. Five days into the trip Matt left and took a train back to Tokyo. I said to him “You realize Mt Sobek is not going to refund you”. He said, “I don’t care, Mt Sobek scammed us.” With tax, the tour costs $11,645 for 13 nights. For that price there is an expectation that the accommodations Mt Sobek chooses would be decent and clean. We all fully expected a ‘traditional Japanese experience’ which often means no private bath and 8 out of the 13 nights we slept on futon mats on the floor. However, Mt Sobek consistently booked us in the cheapest Ryokans (hotels) in each area in which we travelled. Most of these hotels were unclean and very out-dated. One Ryokan they booked us in was listed on a hotel website for $40 USD/night when there were much nicer accommodations nearby for $100 USD/night. (The Japanese yen is way down, the luxury Park Hotel in Tokyo was $200 USD/night. A comparable hotel would have been about $800/night in Austin.). We were the only people staying in several hotels that accomadated many more people. The most egregious example of MtSobek’s booking the cheapest rooms is when we were booked at a large traditional ski lodge at the base of a spectacular mountain. It was beautiful on the website but had two very different wings. One wing was modern, clean and beautiful with simple beds. The other wing was very old (similar to a cheap Motel 6 that had not been updated since the 1970’s). The carpet and bathrooms were disgusting and like many of the Ryocans where we stayed the futon mats seemed as though they had not been cleaned In 30 years. Only after our tour guide checked us in did we realize we had been booked in the cheap rooms. I asked Tomo why. Immediately someone from MtSobek reached out to me and said, “gosh, I’m sorry you did not realize you were going to have a traditional Japanese experience”. Really? “Traditional” experience depends upon one’s budget. In the US, “traditional” to some people may be the Marriott, a Motel 6 or the Four Seasons Hotels. We were paying for a Marriott experience and received the one-star Motel 6 experience. Upon arrival in Tokyo I expected to be met at the airport by a driver (as many tour companies do). However, several days before our arrival dates in Tokyo, MtSobek sent an email telling us how to locate taking a city bus from the bustling Tokyo airport. That is interesting if you do not speak Japanese. MtSobek cleverly uses great photography and elaborate descriptions of the national parks and the hiking while using terms like “traditional Japanese experience with tatami-mat sleeping” to disguise sub-standard accommodations. At one point we were looking on-line at the very hotel where we were staying and did not even recognize it from the website pictures. The hiking was amazing. The group size was disappointing with just the three of us. I would absolutely recommend a hiking tour through Japan, just not with MtSobek."

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7 days From$3,595

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10 India Luxury Festivals & Special Events Trips & Packages trips. Tours from 7 tour companies. 4 reviews.

Essence of India

Rail Journey Through India

Classic India

India: Unexplored Gujarat –Crafts, Wildlife and Archaeology

Sri Lanka and South India: Architecture, Animals, Arts and Ambiance

India: Rajasthan and Its Festivals

India's Golden Triangle (Delhi and Taj Mahal)

India: Images of South India

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Stunning and unforgettable experience !

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Traveled with Toni/Myths & Mountains and enjoyed a lot!

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