India is loud, crowded, colourful and exuberant, and for the first-time visitor it can seem a daunting place. Hundreds of different sounds, smells and sights compete for your attention: women in saris; parakeets flying overhead; pink and yellow powder spread across pavements; roadside stalls selling myriad wares; minarets and carvings rising above 21st century buildings; motorbike and tuk-tuk drivers weaving in and out of city traffic, skillfully avoiding the sacred cows that wander across the roads. It can all seem a bit overwhelming, with no sense or order, but that’s just the way it is. However, most visitors adjust fairly quickly to the pace of life, and when you have, the rewards are astonishing – for the richness of India’s culture, wildlife, food, and its warmth are in a league of their own.
The classic New Delhi, Agra, Jaipur and Tiger Park route can be enjoyed as part of a small group, which helps keep the cost down and gives you the opportunity to share the experience with like-minded families. Alternatively, we can tailor a holiday just for your family – in which case, you’ll benefit from your own, extremely knowledgeable, guide who can steer you through the craziness of Delhi, and take you to the most iconic building in India – and yes, the Taj Mahal is every bit as beautiful as it’s reputed to be. Stroll through the grand palaces of Rajasthan and witness rolling countryside, villages and hidden temples as you travel by train, then search for the elusive tiger in one of the country’s national parks.
India is often described as an assault on the senses. However, if you travel with an open mind (and sense of humour!), and allow your senses to open and embrace what India has to offer, we’re confident you’ll fall in love with it as much as we have.
If you're tempted to visit India on a small group or tailor-made holiday, please contact our expert team.
