Top 10 Holiday Destinations in India
India is home to some of the best tourist destinations in the world due to the wide geographical differences in the country, different climatic conditions and various unique cultures. All this makes India a tourist destination not to be missed. The mighty Himalayas in the north, the Thar Dessert in the west, the tea plantations and estates in the east and the long coastline with hundreds of beaches in the south, gives tourists a chance to experience whatever they want. You can find places for adventure sports, leisure walks, trekking through various terrains, stunning beaches, incredible hill stations and numerous pilgrimage sites. There surely isn’t another country like India that can offer such wide variety of options to the tourists to choose from.
Golden Triangle India
Golden Triangle is a popular tourist circuit connecting the three major cities in North India- Jaipur, Delhi and Agra. All three cities are top tourist destinations of the country because of the historical and cultural significance they hold.
Suggested Tours
- 4 Days Golden Triangle Tour
- 5 Days Golden Triangle Tour
- Golden Triangle with Ranthambore Tour
- 12 Days Golden Triangle with Rajasthan Tour
Delhi, the capital city has the rich history of being the capital of the country for centuries under different rulers. Hence, it has different kinds of architecture such as north Indian architecture, Mughal architecture and British architecture. Delhi is famous for its numerous monuments, food culture, shopping markets and the urban lifestyle.
Agra Fort
Agra is home to one of the wonders of world- Taj Mahal. The city also has Agra Fort, which was home to the Mughals for years and the town of Fatehpur Sikhri a few miles from it.
Hawa Mahal Jaipur
Jaipur – the ‘Pink City’ is famous for its Rajput culture, palaces and forts along with its beautiful artefacts, ancient Indian art and local cuisines. It is a tour that gives you a good spectrum of the North Indian culture.
Kerala – the God’s Own Country
Kerala- ‘God’s own Country’ is one of the most travelled to holiday destinations in India because of the continuous green cover, beautiful beaches, scenic backwaters and exquisite hill stations. The Tea plantations of Munnar, the calm backwaters of Alleppey, the green rainforests of Wayanad, Thekkady and Idukki and the beautiful beaches of Kovalam, Kozhikode and Varkala are a few of the top tourist attractions in the state.
The land of spices is surely one of the most beautiful places to visit on Earth. Since it was a popular spice hub for thousands of years, there have been many foreign invasions and some port cities of Kerala still have their colonial flavour. Kochi, Trivandrum, Kottayam and Kozhikode shows you the urban lifestyle of the state integrated with the natural beauty surrounding it. The state has its own classical festivals showing the centuries-old culture as well. Kerala is often considered by many travel magazines to be one of the places to visit before you die.
Rajasthan, the land of kings
Rajasthan is famous for its rich history and culture in practice from thousands of years. Some of the most famous rulers in India came out of this region. The state has a lot to offer with its majestic forts and palaces, colourful festivals, unique local cuisines, jungle and desert safaris and colourful streets. All this makes Rajasthan one of the top 10 Forts of Rajasthan in India.
The numerous forts and palaces still have their grandeur intact with all the fresco paintings, ancient Indian art and Indian architecture to show. Udaipur, Jodhpur, Jaisalmer and Jaipur are a few of the many historic cities in the state of Rajasthan. Udaipur City Palace, Chittor Fort, Mehrangarh Fort, Jal Mahal, Birla Mandir, Jantar Mantar and Jaisalmer Fort are a few of the many structures depicting North Indian architecture. Ranthambore provides you with one the best jungle safaris you can have in the country because of its rich flora and fauna with the Bengal Tiger being the main attraction. looking for Rajasthan Tours, do visit our website to see the options to plan your holiday package in Rajasthan
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Suggested Tours for Rajasthan Holiday : –
- 9 Days Rajasthan Tour with Oberoi hotels
- Rajasthan Tour from Delhi
- 10 Days Taj Mahal Rajasthan and Varanasi Tour
- 10 Days Taj Mahal Jaipur Jaisalmer Udaipur Tour
- 11 Days Rajasthan Heritage Tour
- 11 Days Rajasthan Tour with Taj Hotels
Shimla-Manali
Shimla and Manali are two of the best hill stations in North India where you can experience the true beauty of the Himalayas and enjoy the cold weather as well. Both the locations of Himachal Pradesh are popular summer holiday destinations that attract many tourists because of their wide variety of recreational and adventure activities.
Shimla boasts of having the biggest natural skating rink in Southeast Asia. Furthermore, Shimla has top tourist destination spots like Kufri, Jakhoo temple, Mall road and many buildings with English Renaissance architecture. Manali offers you two ancient temples – Hidimba Devi temple and Manu temple. You can indulge in various adventure sports like rafting, canoeing, kayaking, paragliding, skiing, etc. There are various trekking options as well to beautiful spots like Bhrigu Lake and Chandrataal Lake. Shimla-Manali tour is one tour that suits all kinds of travelers, be it a whole family, newly married couples or adventure travelers.
Suggest Tours
- 8 Days Golden Triangle with Shimla Tour
- 8 Days Taj Mahal and Shimla Manali tour
- 10 Days Shimla Manali Dharamshala and Amritsar Tour
- 12 Days Taj Mahal, Shimla and Manali Tour
Goa, the paradise for beach lovers
Goa Beach
Goa-The land of beaches, is an extremely popular tourist destination in the world. It is known for its long list of beaches, amazing nightlife, exquisite food and scenic streets. Anjuna beach, Palolem beach and Baga beach are the most happening beaches in the city. However, there are many virgin-islands and beaches as well, which are far less visited.
Fort Aguada, Basilica of Bom Jesus, Reis Mogas Fort and Chapora Fort are some of the best historical places in the beach city. Many of the beaches are famous for their wide array of adventure sports like surfing, scuba diving, rafting and parasailing. Many treks are available that take you to waterfalls, virgin beaches and other less travelled places. To understand the true Goa culture, you just need to rent out a scooter and explore the city through beautiful streets. You can feel the Portuguese culture engrained in the region with its buildings, streets and the overall design of the place.
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Kashmir
Dal Lake Kashmir
Kashmir-The Paradise on Earth, is surely a top destination in India where you can experience the natural beauty of the large valleys and expansive meadows. With hill stations like Srinagar, Gulmarg and Pahalgam, you are not short of options to explore. Gulmarg and Pahalgam boasts of having two of the highest golf courses in the world, among the various other tourist attractions like Alpather Lake, Khilanmarg, Betaab Valley, Tulian Lake, etc.
The state is also home to one of the most talked about place among tourists around the world-Ladakh. On the way to Ladakh, you cross many valleys, passes, river streams and the famous Pangong Lake. You can also visit the various monasteries present across the state. A boat ride on a ‘Shikara’ in Dal Lake is a popular recreational activity to experience. The local street markets are famous for their handicrafts, hand woven clothes and Pashmina shawls. Kashmir will truly leave you spellbound with its natural beauty.
Kashmir Suggested Tours
- 4 Days Kashmir Tour for
- 6 Days Kashmir Honeymoon Tour
- 8 Days Kashmir Tour from Delhi
- 9 Days Kashmir and Vaishno Devi Tour
Kanha Bandhavgarh
Kanha and Bandhavgarh, located in Madhya Pradesh, are two of the major National Parks in India. Both the parks are famous for their large population of Bengal Tigers. They also have a large variety of flora and fauna. It is a paradise for wildlife photographers as you can spot a wide range of animals with ease. The jungle safari at night is a highlight of these national parks. The jungle safari at Kanha lets you witness large herds grazing in the expansive meadows. This is truly is a magnificent sight where you can spot Deer herds, Barasinghas and other animals.
Bandhavgarh offers you a better chance of spotting a tiger as the National Park here has a better density of tigers. The area has a broken terrain with many rocky hill ranges, grassy swamps and forested valleys. There are many high-end resorts with impressive facilities and great arrangements. your India Wildlife Tour Package won’t compete without Kanha Bandhavgarh visit, both national parts are must visit for Tiger Tour in India.
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Udaipur
Udai Villas Udaipur
Udaipur is a city set around a series of lakes in the state of Rajasthan, India. The ‘City of Lakes’ is famous for its culture, history, Rajput-era palaces and the sophisticated system of lakes surrounding the city. The Aravali hills separate the city from the Thar Desert, which lies on the other side of the hills. City Palace, Lake Palace and Monsoon Palace are the major palatial forts in the Udaipur City.
The city also has many historical temples like Jagdish temple, Kesariyaji mandir, Karni Mata mandir, etc. with some of them dating back to 9th century. Few of the famous lakes of the city are Fateh Sagar Lake, Lake Pichola, Swaroop Sagar Lake, Rangsagar Lake and Doodh Talai Lake. Ghoomar, a traditional folk dance of Rajasthan originated from this region and its performance during special occasions is a visual spectacle. The city is also famous for its fairs and festivals like Jagannath Rath Yatra, Shilpgram Utsav, Gangaur festival, etc.
Suggested Tours
Ajanta Ellora
The Ajanta and Ellora caves are rock cut temples and monuments dating back thousands of years. It is located in the Aurangabad district of Maharasthra. The caves constitute Buddhist monasteries, Hindu and Jain temples filled with beautiful ancient paintings, murals and texts. They together are a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
There are rock cut Buddhist deities, textual records, wall paintings and beautiful architecture structures. Elephant caves, Badami caves and Kailash temple are a few of the best architectural marvels of the world. The caves are carved out of flood basalt rock of a cliff and took decades to finish. It showcases splendid artistry, as artisans had to change their techniques when met with different rock layers. The various fresco paintings on the walls show the culture, trading systems, lifestyle and the people who visited the place telling you about the historical significance of the place.
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Taj Mahal, one of the Wonders of the World
Taj Mahal
Taj Mahal is one of the most popular monuments in the world, located in Agra, India. The ivory-white mausoleum built on the southern banks of Yamuna stands as a symbol of love. It was built in the fond memory of Shah Jahan’s deceased wife Mumtaz Mahal. The tomb is the main attraction in the complex spread across 42 acres, which houses a mosque, guesthouse and expansive gardens.
It was considered the most extravagant project during that time and it took more than two decades and 20,000 workers to finish. The monument, widely regarded as the best example of Mughal architecture, used white marbles inlaid with semi-precious stones for intricate design works. The four minarets on four corners of the tomb adds to the appeal. The lower levels of the building holds the real tombs of Shah Jahan and Mumtaz Mahal. The structure is truly an architectural marvel in every sense. Planing a Taj Mahal Tours, do contact us to have several options to choose
Suggested Tours
- Taj Mahal Day Tour from Delhi
- 7 Days Taj Mahal and Golden Temple Tour
- 8 Days Taj Mahal and Shimla Tour
- 9 Days Taj Mahal and Kashmir Tour
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