{"id":31320,"date":"2023-10-19T15:25:58","date_gmt":"2023-10-19T15:25:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/?p=31320"},"modified":"2023-10-20T08:59:45","modified_gmt":"2023-10-20T08:59:45","slug":"things-to-do-on-a-guided-tour-of-india","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/2023\/10\/things-to-do-on-a-guided-tour-of-india\/","title":{"rendered":"14 Unforgettable Things To Do On 1 Luxurious Guided Tour Of India"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Toying with the idea of getting an immersive and unforgettable <strong>guided tour of India<\/strong> on your calendar? Here&#8217;s 14 reasons why that&#8217;s a brilliant idea<\/p>\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n<p>Choosing to experience a guided tour of India for your next incredible escape might just be the best idea you&#8217;ve ever had.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Forget about &#8220;<span style=\"color: #03a9f4;\"><a style=\"color: #03a9f4;\" href=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/2023\/10\/wheres-hot-in-october\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Where&#8217;s hot in October?<\/a><\/span>&#8220;<\/p>\n<p>Sure, you could plump for another sparkling beach escape instead and quaff the same cocktail you&#8217;ve had a million times before. Or you could treat your senses to something new and truly unforgettable.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Touring India is an experience that will stay with you forever. And, we&#8217;re going to use this blog to tell you exactly why &#8211; through the medium of outlining all the activities you can experience in just 1 8-night adventure. But first, let&#8217;s simplify this whole deal.<\/p>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/jaipur-street.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"800\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/jaipur-street.jpg\" alt=\"Jaipur is one of the places to visit on a guided tour of India\" class=\"wp-image-31328\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/jaipur-street.jpg 800w, https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/jaipur-street-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/jaipur-street-768x384.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Explore one of the most immersive countries on the planet with a guided tour of India. Photo by <a href=\"https:\/\/unsplash.com\/@msaditya9?utm_content=creditCopyText&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_source=unsplash\">Aditya Siva<\/a> on <a href=\"https:\/\/unsplash.com\/photos\/man-in-white-and-green-long-sleeve-shirt-standing-near-brown-concrete-building-during-daytime-6rDbvXzIVpQ?utm_content=creditCopyText&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_source=unsplash\">Unsplash<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_56_1 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title \" >Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\" role=\"button\"><label for=\"item-69dc4e9e551eb\" ><span class=\"\"><span style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input aria-label=\"Toggle\" aria-label=\"item-69dc4e9e551eb\"  type=\"checkbox\" id=\"item-69dc4e9e551eb\"><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/2023\/10\/things-to-do-on-a-guided-tour-of-india\/#Why_Choose_a_Guided_Tour_Of_India\" title=\"Why Choose a Guided Tour Of India?\">Why Choose a Guided Tour Of India?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/2023\/10\/things-to-do-on-a-guided-tour-of-india\/#15_Things_To_Do_1_Trip\" title=\"15 Things To Do, 1 Trip\">15 Things To Do, 1 Trip<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3'><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/2023\/10\/things-to-do-on-a-guided-tour-of-india\/#1_Experience_Delhi\" title=\"1. Experience Delhi\">1. Experience Delhi<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/2023\/10\/things-to-do-on-a-guided-tour-of-india\/#2_Go_On_A_Rikshaw_Ride_Through_Old_Delhi\" title=\"2. Go On A Rikshaw Ride Through Old Delhi\">2. Go On A Rikshaw Ride Through Old Delhi<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/2023\/10\/things-to-do-on-a-guided-tour-of-india\/#3_Stop_Off_At_Raj_Ghat_The_Place_Where_Mahatma_Gandhi_Was_Cremated\" title=\"3. Stop Off At Raj Ghat: The Place Where Mahatma Gandhi Was Cremated\">3. Stop Off At Raj Ghat: The Place Where Mahatma Gandhi Was Cremated<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/2023\/10\/things-to-do-on-a-guided-tour-of-india\/#4_Feel_The_Community_Spirit_at_the_Bangla_Sahib_Gurudwara_%E2%80%9CLangar%E2%80%9D\" title=\"4. Feel The Community Spirit at the Bangla Sahib Gurudwara &#8220;Langar&#8221;\">4. Feel The Community Spirit at the Bangla Sahib Gurudwara &#8220;Langar&#8221;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/2023\/10\/things-to-do-on-a-guided-tour-of-india\/#5_Try_Some_Authentic_Indian_Street_Food\" title=\"5. Try Some Authentic Indian Street Food\">5. Try Some Authentic Indian Street Food<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/2023\/10\/things-to-do-on-a-guided-tour-of-india\/#6_Explore_the_Ancient_City_of_Agra\" title=\"6. Explore the Ancient City of Agra\">6. Explore the Ancient City of Agra<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/2023\/10\/things-to-do-on-a-guided-tour-of-india\/#7_Tour_The_Incredible_Taj_Mahal\" title=\"7. Tour The Incredible Taj Mahal\">7. Tour The Incredible Taj Mahal<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4'><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/2023\/10\/things-to-do-on-a-guided-tour-of-india\/#What_Is_The_Diana_Seat_at_The_Taj_Mahal\" title=\"What Is The Diana Seat at The Taj Mahal?\">What Is The Diana Seat at The Taj Mahal?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/2023\/10\/things-to-do-on-a-guided-tour-of-india\/#8_Witness_the_E-Taj_Sound_Light_Show\" title=\"8. Witness the E-Taj Sound &amp; Light Show\">8. Witness the E-Taj Sound &amp; Light Show<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/2023\/10\/things-to-do-on-a-guided-tour-of-india\/#9_Explore_The_Eerie_Ghost_City\" title=\"9. Explore The Eerie Ghost City\">9. Explore The Eerie Ghost City<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/2023\/10\/things-to-do-on-a-guided-tour-of-india\/#10_Discover_The_Beauty_Of_Jaipur_The_%E2%80%9CPink_City%E2%80%9D\" title=\"10. Discover The Beauty Of Jaipur (The &#8220;Pink City&#8221;)\">10. Discover The Beauty Of Jaipur (The &#8220;Pink City&#8221;)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/2023\/10\/things-to-do-on-a-guided-tour-of-india\/#11_Go_On_a_Wildlife_Safari_at_Ranthambore\" title=\"11. Go On a Wildlife Safari at Ranthambore\">11. Go On a Wildlife Safari at Ranthambore<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/2023\/10\/things-to-do-on-a-guided-tour-of-india\/#12_Experience_Dinner_With_a_Dinner_with_An_Indian_Family\" title=\"12. Experience Dinner With a Dinner with An Indian Family\">12. Experience Dinner With a Dinner with An Indian Family<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/2023\/10\/things-to-do-on-a-guided-tour-of-india\/#13_Catch_An_Aarti_Ceremony_at_Birla_Temple\" title=\"13. Catch An Aarti Ceremony at Birla Temple\">13. Catch An Aarti Ceremony at Birla Temple<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/2023\/10\/things-to-do-on-a-guided-tour-of-india\/#14_Tick_11_UNESCO_World_Heritage_Sites_Off_Your_Must-See_List\" title=\"14. Tick 11 UNESCO World Heritage Sites Off Your Must-See List\">14. Tick 11 UNESCO World Heritage Sites Off Your Must-See List<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/2023\/10\/things-to-do-on-a-guided-tour-of-india\/#Where_To_Stay_On_Your_Guided_India_Tour\" title=\"Where To Stay On Your Guided India Tour&nbsp;\">Where To Stay On Your Guided India Tour&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/2023\/10\/things-to-do-on-a-guided-tour-of-india\/#Discover_More_Things_To_Do_On_Your_8-Night_India_Tour\" title=\"Discover More Things To Do On Your 8-Night India Tour\">Discover More Things To Do On Your 8-Night India Tour<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_Choose_a_Guided_Tour_Of_India\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #fd6b2b;\">Why Choose a Guided Tour Of India?<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>We should say, throughout this piece, we will be referring to our awesome new<span style=\"color: #03a9f4;\"> <a style=\"color: #03a9f4;\" href=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/holidays\/india\/delhi\/taj-tigers-8-night-india-tour?blg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Taj &amp; Tigers 8-Night India Tour<\/a><\/span>. Just so you know that everything we&#8217;re about to share is a) possible and b) absolutely attainable.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>With that in mind, the first core thing to consider when weighing up whether an India tour holiday is for you is &#8211; price. This tour is <strong>available now from \u00a31,299pp<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>Now, You couldn&#8217;t choose between a remote<span style=\"color: #03a9f4;\"> <a style=\"color: #03a9f4;\" href=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/2023\/10\/beach-villa-or-water-villa\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">beach or water villa<\/a> <\/span>in the Maldives for that money. Whereas here you get an 8-night itinerary packed with some of the best sights and experiences India has to offer. We love a good beach as much as the next person (probably more) but some choices are easy.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/view-of-delhi.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"800\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/view-of-delhi.jpg\" alt=\"Aerial view of Delhi from Jama masjid mosque\" class=\"wp-image-31331\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/view-of-delhi.jpg 800w, https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/view-of-delhi-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/view-of-delhi-768x384.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Get a unique perspective of some of the places you&#8217;ve only heard about. Photo by <a href=\"https:\/\/unsplash.com\/@sergio_capuzzimati?utm_content=creditCopyText&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_source=unsplash\">Sergio Capuzzimati<\/a> on <a href=\"https:\/\/unsplash.com\/photos\/aerial-view-of-city-buildings-during-daytime-LLK0mYl-lu0?utm_content=creditCopyText&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_source=unsplash\">Unsplash<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n<p>While we&#8217;re on the subject of villas, if you&#8217;re thinking that tours of India usually end up with you bedding down in a basic bedsit in central Delhi, then you&#8217;ve got another thing coming.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>And finally, I&#8217;m not sure if we&#8217;ve outlined this yet. But there are a staggering amount of things to do on this trip. So, why don&#8217;t we get into it and explore some of the activities we&#8217;ve outlined in more detail?<\/p>\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Late-Deals-Blog_874x160.png\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"874\" height=\"160\" src=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Late-Deals-Blog_874x160.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-30645\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Late-Deals-Blog_874x160.png 874w, https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Late-Deals-Blog_874x160-300x55.png 300w, https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Late-Deals-Blog_874x160-768x141.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 874px) 100vw, 874px\" \/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"15_Things_To_Do_1_Trip\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #fd6b2b;\">15 Things To Do, 1 Trip<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<ol>\n<li>Experience Delhi<\/li>\n<li>Rikshaw through Old Delhi<\/li>\n<li>See where Gandhi was cremated<\/li>\n<li>Visit a real &#8220;Langar&#8221;<\/li>\n<li>Try authentic Indian street food<\/li>\n<li>Explore Agra<\/li>\n<li>Tour the Taj Mahal<\/li>\n<li>Witness the E-Taj Sound &amp; Light Show<\/li>\n<li>Explore Fatehpur Sikri the &#8220;ghost city&#8221;<\/li>\n<li>Explore the Pink City&nbsp;<\/li>\n<li>Uncover a world of wildlife at Ranthambore<\/li>\n<li>Have dinner with an Indian family<\/li>\n<li>Witness a stunning Aarti Ceremony at Birla Temple<\/li>\n<li>Tick off 11 UNESCO Heritage sites<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Experience_Delhi\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #ff4880;\">1. Experience Delhi<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Delhi is an incredible city. From the moment you step out onto the streets, it attacks your senses and awakens them. Getting immersed in the city vibes is the best way to begin ticking off those bucket-list activities. The <strong>Red Fort and India Gate<\/strong> are 2 of the big sightseeing attractions here.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>While you&#8217;re exploring-it-up in New Delhi, take the chance to<strong> visit Qutub Minar<\/strong>. Qutub Minar is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the tallest stone building in India. But the stunning complex around the tower is home to some<span style=\"color: #03a9f4;\"> <a style=\"color: #03a9f4;\" href=\"https:\/\/artsandculture.google.com\/story\/qutb-complex-indian-national-trust-for-art-and-cultural-heritage\/6gVRxQeDgg8A8A?hl=en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">other impressive structures<\/a> <\/span>like:&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Quwwat-ul-Islam Mosque:<\/strong> One of the oldest mosques in India. Quwwat-ul-Islam (or &#8220;Might of Islam&#8221;)was built in 1192<\/li>\n<li><strong>Alai Darwaza:<\/strong> Created as a main gateway to the stunning Quwwat-ul-Islam mosque, Alai Darwaza is a square stone archway with 4 entries, built by Alauddin Khalji in 1310.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<li><strong>Tomb of Imam Zamin:<\/strong> Just east of Alai Darwaza lies the tomb of Imam Zamin. Imam Zamin migrated to India around the late 15th to early 16th century and he was in charge of handing out duties in the Quwwat-ul-Islam mosque.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<li><strong>Alai Minar:<\/strong> Created by Alauddin Khalji to commemorate his military achievements. Alauddin wanted to build a more impressive tower than Qutb Minar. But construction stopped following his death.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<li><strong>The Iron Pillar:<\/strong> One of the most famous cultural attractions in Delhi. The Iron Pillar was built by Chandragupta II &nbsp;Vikramaditya, in honour of the Hindu god Vishnu. It;&#8217;s the oldest standing Hindhu relic in the complex.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Iltutmish&#8217;s Tomb:<\/strong> Built in 1235, the tomb houses the body of Sultan Shamsuddin Iltutmish. The understated exterior of the building belies the heavily decorated interior. Inscriptions, iconography and geometric patterns adorn the ancient walls.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>But don&#8217;t worry, there&#8217;s more stunning experiences around the corner. Let&#8217;s get even more immersed by dropping into the antiquated streets of Old Delhi.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed aligncenter is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"India Marvel - Qutub Minar | The Most Famous &amp; Visited Historical Monument of Delhi - Qutb Minar\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/J7nmPBAE2X8?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Go_On_A_Rikshaw_Ride_Through_Old_Delhi\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #ff00ff;\">2. Go On A Rikshaw Ride Through Old Delhi<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>On the Taj &amp; Tigers Tour take the chance to <strong>go hurtling through the 16th-century streets of Old Delhi<\/strong> and its bustling central hub, Chandni Chowk, on an authentic Rikshaw. It&#8217;s the only way to experience this area of the city like a true local.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Your jaunt through Chandni Chowk will come to an end as you reach the resplendent walls of Jama Masjid, a stunning example of Mughal architecture constructed by emperor Shah Jahan in the mid-1600s.<\/p>\n<p>Have a tour of the stunning mosque grounds and interior which include revered prayer areas and ancient relics believed to be from the Prophet Mohammad.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><\/p>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/tour-india-old-delhi.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"800\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/tour-india-old-delhi.jpg\" alt=\"Two women talking outside a market stall in India\" class=\"wp-image-31329\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/tour-india-old-delhi.jpg 800w, https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/tour-india-old-delhi-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/tour-india-old-delhi-768x384.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Get up close and personal with the streets of Old Delhi. Photo by <a href=\"https:\/\/unsplash.com\/@atharva_tulsi?utm_content=creditCopyText&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_source=unsplash\">Atharva Tulsi<\/a> on <a href=\"https:\/\/unsplash.com\/photos\/woman-wearing-white-dress-standing-on-stairs-jX0_45-E08g?utm_content=creditCopyText&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_source=unsplash\">Unsplash<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Stop_Off_At_Raj_Ghat_The_Place_Where_Mahatma_Gandhi_Was_Cremated\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #18ac40;\">3. Stop Off At Raj Ghat: The Place Where Mahatma Gandhi Was Cremated<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>On the face of it, Raj Ghat might not seem like an important spot. The beautifully manicured park is undeniably easy on the eye. But there&#8217;s more going on here than just a pretty park to walk around.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Head to the centre of the park and you come to a simple square platform crafted from sheer black marble. This sombre monument marks the place where the great Mahatma Gandhi was cremated following his assassination in 1948.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Feel_The_Community_Spirit_at_the_Bangla_Sahib_Gurudwara_%E2%80%9CLangar%E2%80%9D\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #1fbfbd;\">4. Feel The Community Spirit at the Bangla Sahib Gurudwara &#8220;Langar&#8221;<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>A Gurudwara or &#8220;langar&#8221; is a Sikh idea of a social area and free kitchen. Take the chance to see this sentiment in action at Bangla Sahib Gurudwara in New Dehli, as around <strong>35,000-40,000 people come together every day to be fed<\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>The simple, wholesome dishes are created to be vitamin-rich and filling to ensure everyone who comes gets a nutritional meal without the cost.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed aligncenter is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"How Sikh Chefs Feed 100,000 People At The Gurudwara Bangla Sahib Temple In New Delhi, India\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/5FWWe2U41N8?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Try_Some_Authentic_Indian_Street_Food\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #bf1f93;\">5. Try Some Authentic Indian Street Food<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Staying on the subject of delicious, vibrant and wholesome Indian food, you need to try some street food during your time in Delhi. You can find some awesome examples of this&#8230; well. Everywhere. But over in South Delhi, there&#8217;s a <strong>large craft bazaar called Dilli Haat<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>Visiting Dilli Haat is an optional complimentary extra activity on our 8-night tour of India. But it&#8217;s well worth going along.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>During the 60-90 minute exploration of the marketplace, walk the corridors around the many stalls and shops where hundreds of Indians are cooking up a storm, creating souvenirs, or sculpting rosewood carvings.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Explore_the_Ancient_City_of_Agra\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #ff228a;\">6. Explore the Ancient City of Agra<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>If you haven&#8217;t heard of it before, Agra is the ancient capital of the Mughal Empire and one of the most visited cities in India. But, on this tour, you will need to make the near-250km journey south first. From Delhi to Agra.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>So <strong>what makes Agra so good?<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Making up one point of India&#8217;s &#8220;Golden Triangle&#8221;, Agra is home to some of the country&#8217;s most renowned and recognised landmarks. Those big names include Agra Fort, Itmad-ud-Daula, the Tomb of Akbar, Chini ka Rauza, and the serene Taj Mahal, of course.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Which leads us nicely on to our next awesome activity on a guided tour of India&#8230;&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_Tour_The_Incredible_Taj_Mahal\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #004797;\">7. Tour The Incredible Taj Mahal<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>It&#8217;s the big one! The Taj Mahal is a quintessential bucket-list landmark and you have the chance to tour it on our awesome India tour package.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>One of the Seven <strong>New Wonders Of The World<\/strong>, many people believe the Taj Mahal is a huge mosque. But, it&#8217;s actually a mausoleum built by the same Mughal emperor who constructed Jama Masjid back in Delhi &#8211; Shah Jahan.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Created to hold the body of his beloved wife, Mumtaz Mahal, who died while giving birth to their 14th child. The Taj took 21 years to complete. During your tour, you can learn even more about the star-crossed lovers, as well as the building and its super symmetrical layout. You even get the chance to see the &#8220;Diana Seat&#8221;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/taj-mahal-1.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"800\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/taj-mahal-1.jpg\" alt=\"Ground level view of the Taj Mahal at sunrise\" class=\"wp-image-31332\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/taj-mahal-1.jpg 800w, https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/taj-mahal-1-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/taj-mahal-1-768x384.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Get a unique perspective of the Taj Mahal. Image by <a href=\"https:\/\/pixabay.com\/users\/simon-3\/?utm_source=link-attribution&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=image&amp;utm_content=366\">Simon<\/a> from <a href=\"https:\/\/pixabay.com\/\/?utm_source=link-attribution&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=image&amp;utm_content=366\">Pixabay<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Is_The_Diana_Seat_at_The_Taj_Mahal\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #004797;\">What Is The Diana Seat at The Taj Mahal?<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>The Diana seat is a low stone bench located at the front of the Taj. it&#8217;s been given that name after<strong> the famous Princess once perched there<\/strong> during a photo opportunity during The Prince and Princess of Wales\u2019 tour of India back in 1992.<\/p>\n<p>Unfortunately, the famous snap would go on to<span style=\"color: #03a9f4;\"> <a style=\"color: #03a9f4;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sheknows.com\/entertainment\/articles\/2475307\/princess-diana-taj-mahal-photo-backstory-revealed\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">mark a dark point in the couple&#8217;s marriage<\/a> <\/span>which would end in divorce a few years later.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Nowadays people come from across the globe to grab a seat on the cement bench and rest in Princess&#8217;s shadow. But it&#8217;s also the iconic area of the Taj where the whole building opens out behind you.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Taj-mahal.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"800\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Taj-mahal.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-31323\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Taj-mahal.jpg 800w, https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Taj-mahal-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Taj-mahal-768x384.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo by <a href=\"https:\/\/unsplash.com\/@jovynchamb?utm_content=creditCopyText&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_source=unsplash\">Jovyn Chamb<\/a> on <a href=\"https:\/\/unsplash.com\/photos\/taj-mahal-india-iWMfiInivp4?utm_content=creditCopyText&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_source=unsplash\">Unsplash<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_Witness_the_E-Taj_Sound_Light_Show\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #0b843f;\">8. Witness the E-Taj Sound &amp; Light Show<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>While you&#8217;re at the Taj, wait for the cover of night to enjoy an 80-minute music, dance, and light extravaganza. The Mohabbat-e-Taj show includes 80 dancers depicting the gorgeous story of the love between Shah Jahan and Mumtaz.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/subscriber-exclusives?blg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"187\" src=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Subscribe-Disruptor-1-1-1024x187.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-30317\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Subscribe-Disruptor-1-1-1024x187.png 1024w, https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Subscribe-Disruptor-1-1-300x55.png 300w, https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Subscribe-Disruptor-1-1-768x141.png 768w, https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Subscribe-Disruptor-1-1-1536x281.png 1536w, https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Subscribe-Disruptor-1-1.png 1748w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"9_Explore_The_Eerie_Ghost_City\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #ff737b;\">9. Explore The Eerie Ghost City<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Around an hour west of the Taj Mahal lies the town of Fatehpur Sikri. The only thing moving around this ancient town are the tourists searching for ghosts of the past.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Constructed between 1571 and 1573 by the Mughal Emperor Akbar, the walled city is made up of ornate houses, a mosque and 3 palaces that many believe were dedicated to each of the Emperor&#8217;s wives.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Unfortunately, the city which was designated as the Mughal capital by Akbar, was only in operation for a short time. Water scarcity meant that many had to move away from the area. 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font-size:14px; line-height:17px; margin-bottom:0; margin-top:8px; overflow:hidden; padding:8px 0 7px; text-align:center; text-overflow:ellipsis; white-space:nowrap;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/CBSO-xrj5Er\/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading\" style=\" color:#c9c8cd; font-family:Arial,sans-serif; font-size:14px; font-style:normal; font-weight:normal; line-height:17px; text-decoration:none;\" target=\"_blank\">A post shared by Uttar Pradesh (@uttar_pradesh)<\/a><\/p><\/div><\/blockquote><script async src=\"\/\/platform.instagram.com\/en_US\/embeds.js\"><\/script>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"10_Discover_The_Beauty_Of_Jaipur_The_%E2%80%9CPink_City%E2%80%9D\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #ff737b;\">10. Discover The Beauty Of Jaipur (The &#8220;Pink City&#8221;)<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Did you know that, with 3.1 million people, Jaipur is India&#8217;s 10th most populous city?<\/p>\n<p>Dubbed the Pink City by Prince Albert in 1876, after <strong>Maharaja Sawai Ram Singh I had the whole city painted dusky pink<\/strong> in honour of the royal visit. Pink was believed to be the symbolic colour of hospitality.&nbsp; And the shade has stuck to this day!<\/p>\n<p>During your time exploring this awesome locale, enjoy a tour of Amber Fort. The UNESCO-designated site, built in 1592, is a Rajasthani fortification and palace where vast armies would return to showcase the spoils of war. Head inside and check out the gorgeous murals depicting scenes from those conflicts and royal hunting trips.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>While you&#8217;re in town, you should also take the chance to check out the iconic Hawa Mahal &#8211; or Palace of Winds. A honeycomb-esque building boasting 950 intricate lattices. Or how about <strong>exploring grand palaces like \u2018Chandra Mahal\u2019 and \u2018Mubarak Mahal\u2019<\/strong>. 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font-size:14px; line-height:17px; margin-bottom:0; margin-top:8px; overflow:hidden; padding:8px 0 7px; text-align:center; text-overflow:ellipsis; white-space:nowrap;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/reel\/CyQRaCbS0fi\/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading\" style=\" color:#c9c8cd; font-family:Arial,sans-serif; font-size:14px; font-style:normal; font-weight:normal; line-height:17px; text-decoration:none;\" target=\"_blank\">A post shared by Jaipur | Pinkcity (@pinkcity.inn)<\/a><\/p><\/div><\/blockquote><script async src=\"\/\/platform.instagram.com\/en_US\/embeds.js\"><\/script>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"11_Go_On_a_Wildlife_Safari_at_Ranthambore\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #0099cc;\">11. Go On a Wildlife Safari at Ranthambore<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>A world away from the bustling streets of the Pink City (around 166km actually) is the serene location of Ranthambore National Park. That&#8217;s right, our India tour package also takes you to the awesome natural sights of the country not just the manmade ones.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Heading out on a safari in Ranthambore National Park is a great way to spot majestic and rare creatures like <strong>Bengal tigers, leopards, and wild boars<\/strong> among others, in their natural habitat.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Our India tour will get you out on the trails with two dawn safaris. You also have the amazing opportunity to check out the 10th-century Ranthambore Fort too!<\/p>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/bengal-tiger-ranthambore-national-park.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"800\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/bengal-tiger-ranthambore-national-park.jpg\" alt=\"A tiger crosses a dirt track in Ranthambore National Park\" class=\"wp-image-31333\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/bengal-tiger-ranthambore-national-park.jpg 800w, https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/bengal-tiger-ranthambore-national-park-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/bengal-tiger-ranthambore-national-park-768x384.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Spot wild Bengal tigers in Ranthambore National Park. Photo by <a href=\"https:\/\/unsplash.com\/@ac_2021?utm_content=creditCopyText&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_source=unsplash\">Avik Chakraborty<\/a> on <a href=\"https:\/\/unsplash.com\/photos\/a-tiger-walking-across-a-dirt-road-next-to-a-forest-C-DlChvmuCs?utm_content=creditCopyText&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_source=unsplash\">Unsplash<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"12_Experience_Dinner_With_a_Dinner_with_An_Indian_Family\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #8615e3;\">12. Experience Dinner With a Dinner with An Indian Family<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Join an Indian family for an authentic dinner. Don&#8217;t worry, this is part of the 8-Night India Tour. We&#8217;re not just going to encourage you start knocking on doors to see if anyone fancies a few strangers for lunch.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Not only does the dinner include delicious homecooked Indian delicacies, but it also comes with turban tying for the men while the ladies are presented with a ceremonial scarf. Plus, you&#8217;ll also be honoured with a Tikka. A vermillion paste is applied to your forehead&nbsp;to signify the energy of spiritual enlightenment and wisdom<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"13_Catch_An_Aarti_Ceremony_at_Birla_Temple\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #ff00ff;\">13. Catch An Aarti Ceremony at Birla Temple<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>This ancient Hindhu ceremony, known as the<strong> &#8216;Ceremony of Light&#8217;<\/strong>, sees Hindhus giving thanks and praise to Deities such as Lord Vishnu and Goddess Lakshmi.<\/p>\n<p>During the ceremony prayers will be offered to the gods and lit wicks will be waved in front of their imagery to infuse the flames with their love and energy.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>After all the thanksgiving, you sit down to share a banquet of food. It&#8217;s the perfect fusion of spiritual and gastronomic immersion.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"14_Tick_11_UNESCO_World_Heritage_Sites_Off_Your_Must-See_List\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #ff4880;\">14. Tick 11 UNESCO World Heritage Sites Off Your Must-See List<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>One of the best things about this guided tour of India is the amount of awesome UNESCO World Heritage Sites you&#8217;ll tick off during your trip. India is a deeply cultural location, as such, the country is dripping with famous historic landmarks.<\/p>\n<p>This Northern India odyssey could see you tick off famous landmarks that we have and haven&#8217;t mentioned above like the <strong>Taj Mahal<\/strong>, <strong>Qutb Minar<\/strong>,<strong> Huamyun&#8217;s Tomb<\/strong>, <strong>Agra Fort<\/strong>, <strong>Amber Fort<\/strong>, and<strong> Jantar Manta<\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>If you can pack more culture into an 8-night trip, then we don&#8217;t want to hear about it.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/huamyuns-tomb.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"800\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/huamyuns-tomb.jpg\" alt=\"Huamyun's Tomb\" class=\"wp-image-31327\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/huamyuns-tomb.jpg 800w, https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/huamyuns-tomb-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/huamyuns-tomb-768x384.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Don&#8217;t miss your chance to see Huamyun&#8217;s Tomb. Photo by <a href=\"https:\/\/unsplash.com\/@junaidahmadansari?utm_content=creditCopyText&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_source=unsplash\">Junaid Ahmad Ansari<\/a> on <a href=\"https:\/\/unsplash.com\/photos\/white-dome-building-near-palm-trees-during-daytime-9WP-NVh2d6U?utm_content=creditCopyText&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_source=unsplash\">Unsplash<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Where_To_Stay_On_Your_Guided_India_Tour\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #fd6b2b;\">Where To Stay On Your Guided India Tour&nbsp;<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>With that incredible exploration happening throughout the days, you&#8217;re going to want somewhere comfortable to stay each night, right?<\/p>\n<p>During the tour, stay at a selection of awesome hotels throughout Delhi, Agra and Jaipur:&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Hotel Vivanta by Taj or the Leela Ambiance Shahadra (or similar)<\/li>\n<li>Taj Hotel &amp; Convention (or similar)<\/li>\n<li>Clarks Safari, Ranthambore (or similar)<\/li>\n<li>Taj Devi Ratan (or similar)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Each of these beautiful resorts boasts <strong>4 &amp; 5-star facilities<\/strong>. It sure beats bedding down in some hostel in central Delhi.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Discover_More_Things_To_Do_On_Your_8-Night_India_Tour\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #fd6b2b;\">Discover More Things To Do On Your 8-Night India Tour<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>If you fancy a change from hitting up another beautiful beach for your next escape, this guided tour of India is perfect.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>With more landmarks than you can shake a stick at, modern hotel stays, and a generous smattering of rare wildlife in there for good measure. Our India tour package gives you a concentrated dose of South Asian culture for the same price as a luxury beach stay.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><strong>Click the button below to learn more about this awesome trip<\/strong> and how you can book your spot.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/holidays\/india\/delhi\/taj-tigers-8-night-india-tour?blg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"318\" src=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/India-1-1024x318.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-31340\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/India-1-1024x318.png 1024w, https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/India-1-300x93.png 300w, https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/India-1-768x239.png 768w, https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/India-1-1536x478.png 1536w, https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/India-1.png 1746w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Toying with the idea of getting an immersive and unforgettable guided tour of India on your calendar? 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