An incredible journey exploring the Golden Triangle and Ranthambore - If you want to see the Golden Triangle and visit Ranthambore to go on a safari, PCTI is absolutely the company to work with. From seamless communication to stellar service, Shakul coordinates and delivers to an extremely high standard everywhere possible, always doing is best to make sure your needs are met. Before I get into the details of our experience as there’s so much to say, I also want to thank our incredible driver Gurmeet for making our time throughout this tour one of the most memorable experiences i’ll ever have. We had a few experiences in ubers and cars prior to beginning this tour, and the driving throughout India can be quite intense for foreigners who arent used to the business of the roads, but Gurmeet immediately put us at ease and we felt safe and comfortable throughout our entire journey with him. We had such an amazing 6 day trip that we extended our time in Jaipur by 2 days, and requested to have Gurmeet with us because of how wonderful he was, so a huge thank you again for being the glue that kept everything together during this trip!!❤️ Coming from the United States, it takes quite a bit of time to fly all the way out to Delhi- i would strongly recommend booking a nice hotel for 1-2 days to rest and recuperate at prior to beginning your tour of the Golden Triangle as you want to make sure you’re adjusted properly to the time zone so you can make all of the early morning call times and see so many amazing sites! We toured through the main sites in Delhi with our wonderful guide Mr. Rakesh, who showed us the Qutub Minar, Lotus Temple, Humayuns Tomb, and a drive by of the India Gate and Parliament house, and ended with a wonderful lunch at Pindi- which 2 weeks later is still solidly one of our favorite meals that we had while on this trip. Following the daytime tour we headed to Agra, where we were greeted with a concierge person from the PCTI team at the entrance of the hotel who came to see how our trip had been going up to this point and to make sure that we were satisfied with the service so far. It’s touches like this that really made our trip feel elevated and of a very high quality. We had a very early morning call to arrive at the Taj Mahal before the major crowds, and were very grateful for the opportunity to be some of the first people into the gardens. We toured the primary sites in Agra with another incredible tour guide Mr. Mahesh, who was very knowledgeable and offered so much insight into the history of the Taj Mahal, Baby Taj, and Agra Fort. We learned so much history in this city and had a great time throughout our day. One day really is all you need in order to see this city, but with the long drive times to Ranthambore, it makes sense to spend the extra evening here and head out early in the morning. The drive to Ranthambore took the better part of the day, and we were grateful to have a few neat stops along the way, along with wonderful commentary from our driver Gurmeet who always kept our spirits high. We arrived at the Keoladeo Bird Sanctuary, and had close to a 2 hour tour of the sanctuary grounds and got to see a wide variety of very cool birds and learn all about them- this was especially useful in Ranthambore, as we were able to identify many of the birds there during our safari treks. Following this we visited the Chand Baori, which is one of the oldest and largest stepwells ever constructed, which was really cool. At the stepwells we had a guide who did rush us through everything in about 15-20 minutes, but overall enjoyed the brief stop before continuing on our journey. We arrived in Ranthambore that evening, and again were greeted by a concierge team member who wanted to check in to see how we were doing so far on our journey- again another wonderful touch to end a long day of traveling. We checked into our hotel- The Tigress and were able to have dinner and go to bed early as we had a very early call time for our safari. The day that we visited the national park, zones 1-5 which are considered the best ones to visit for the chance to see tigers, were closed for the day. These are park rules and have nothing to do with our tour or PCTI, but it is something that you should take note of in case you want the chance to be placed in a more optimal zone. Ranthambore was where we hit our first (and pretty much only) snag with our tour. When we boarded our canteen that seats 20, we were the only English speaking people on our vehicle- and it was very apparent that this specific vehicle had been put together for locals and native Hindi speakers only. Our guide spoke not more than 4 words of English to throughout our 3 hour trek, and it felt as though we weren’t getting the same level of service that any of the other canteens in our safari zone were getting- all of which very clearly had only English speakers on board. We didn’t let this upset us too much, as I was quick to reach out to Shakul regarding this issue so that we could make sure it didnt occur again during our afternoon safari. This was also when i found out that we would be in zones 6-10 again in the afternoon due to the closure, and so I requested an additional morning safari the following day in the hopes of increasing our chances of seeing a tiger. Before our first safari trip had ended we had already confirmed the correct guide for the afternoon and another safari set to go out the following morning which i was very thankful for. The quick actions when things dont go exactly according to plan are why I’m grateful to have used this tour company. Accidents happen, and Shakul is always on top of delivering the highest levels of customer satisfaction wherever possible. Our second safari guide, Devraj, was so incredible and insightful, that even though we didnt see any tigers we had a wonderful time with him. We were delighted when we found out that our third safari would also be with the same guide. Unfortunately, we never saw a tiger, and there’s always a risk that they wont come out when you’re in the park so you have to accept it as a possible reality, but it did really make us want to come back and try again! Following our second morning safari, we moved along to Jaipur for the last day of our trip, only it wouldn’t be the final day for us as we enjoyed the city and guides so much that we requested and purchased 2 additional days with our driver Gurmeet, and an additional day of sight seeing to go visit an elephant sanctuary and 2 additional forts on the tops of the mountains. Jaipur was such a beautiful city and we were grateful to have more time here. Our primary tour guide Ashok was amazing. His knowledge of astrology and the history he was able to share with us about the palace and all of the past kings of Jaipur, really made this city one of the best experiences we had during our trip. We visited the Gator ki Chhatryian- one of the coolest spots on our entire trip, a monkey temple, The Amber Fort, The Chandra Mahal (The main palace), and the Jantar Mantar, or astrology gardens. The Jantar Mantar was also one of the coolest places ive ever been, and has the world’s largest sundial as well as dozens of other incredible measurers of the sky and sun. In all, our experience with PCTI throughout our 8 day journey really was the best decision we could have made, and we’re so grateful to have had this incredible opportunity to explore so many amazing places. We had friends who booked their own hotels, or had tour companies with separate drivers throughout their 5-7 day tours, and it was very clear to us that our experience throughout this journey was the best and most seamless one possible. These are the list of notes for things that I would highly recommend everyone take note of prior to beginning your journey on a per city basis! These aren’t criticisms of PCTI at ALL, but are important things to be aware of throughout your travels *A note for our whole trip* -We traveled as a group of 3, with 3 checked suitcases and 3 smaller bags total, which fit comfortably in the car, and could most likely accommodate 1 additional persons luggage on the roof of the car during the longer travel times. -Because we traveled as a group of 3, our hotel arrangements put us all in the same room every day of our travels. This wasn’t a major issue, however one person in our party was stuck with a rollaway bed each night, and at times they weren’t the most comfortable, so it definitely would be a smart idea to try to request 2 rooms or travel in pairs, as most hotels only seem to offer 1 king bed or 2 twin beds (that wouldnt comfortably fit 2 people in one bed) Delhi: -Like I said initially, you really may want to have 1-2 days of resting and adjusting from long flights from the US or elsewhere in order to feel rested and recharged before your journey. -As much as one may not want to admit it, the traffic and pollution throughout the city is one of the strongest things that I think of when I remember this city. Driving is extremely chaotic and can feel dangerous at times. You truly never know what you’re going to get with an uber of which we took 2, and that chaos may linger on your mind for a while. Also like I said previously, our driver Gurmeet was truly the glue that kept us sane, safe and happy during our travels and so again I’m so grateful to have spent this time with him. -There is a lot of pollution in this city- you will see trash everywhere, cows on highways, and may deal with hazardous smog if you arrive in a specific time of year like November/December. I would highly recommend bringing N95 masks with you while you tour the city, as even in air purified hotels we had difficulty breathing at times. -If you’re visiting from outside of India, ONLY drink bottled water! This is a given in every city, but something you really must be vigilant about. We were very careful on our trip and thankfully didnt have any complications, but there were quite a few people we knew that did get sick from the water, so be careful. We did have cocktails at most of the hotels we stayed in, and the ice didnt seem to be an issue thankfully, but always be aware to avoid ingesting any tap water. Agra: -When we got to the Taj Mahal, our guide warned us of the potential scammers with photographers and made us aware of what they “offered” vs what they “sold” to us. The arrangement with the photographers is a bit dodgy I cant lie. What started as 100 rupees per photo with a minimum of 20 photos total, quickly jumped to 50, and then on an agreement of 50 jumped to 50 photos PER PERSON (and there were 3 of us) At the end of the day, this is the Taj Mahal and some of the photos that we got are quite good- but beware that there are these minimums on a per person basis, and they act/talk quickly and you may wind up feeling a bit bamboozled. At the end of this ‘photo session’ the photographer told us he took 220 photos of us and would only charge us 20,000 rupees for them all. Thankfully before we got to the end of our session our guide had told us to hold firm with agreed on initial pricing or just walk away and we were able to keep our cost to the “initial” 50 photos per person. I think this is just very important information to keep in mind when visiting and you can easily get caught up in visiting one of the 7 wonders of the world, so keep note! -Your tour guide may bring you to a few artisan/craft shops. DON’T FEEL OBLIGATED TO PURCHASE ANYTHING. These people are here to demonstrate their craftsmanship and it is a delight to be able to witness such incredibly detailed work as it is part of your scheduled tour, but you are under no obligation to purchase anything, and if someone does make you feel pressured I would recommend leaving the establishment and or contacting Shakul so he can be aware as well. -Again like in Delhi, the city is pretty polluted, keep masks on your person just in case, and make sure that you’re only consuming bottled water -When driving to Ranthambore, you will most likely stop at a midway for lunch, as your driver also needs to take a slight break. Personally I would recommend staying away from the food made there, and keep purchases to a minimum. The staff dont seem to be very kind or patient, and with a slew of 1 & 2 star reviews from people on line of this place, it would be best to avoid if possible. Ranthambore: -Double and triple check with management prior to your arrival in Ranthambore that you are booked for an English speaking car so you can understand what is being described to you during your travels -For early morning safaris- BUNDLE UP! Double layer coats and request a second blanket from the hotels. It is quite cold in the mornings, and if you get placed in zones 6-10, you WILL have to drive 30 minutes or so to get to the opposite entrance of the park, and when driving at 20-30 mph in an open vehicle, it gets incredibly cold. -The more you interact with your safari guide, the more pleasant experience you’ll have. Ask questions when driving around or into the park! They love to provide information to people who are as excited as they are to be in such a beautiful park. **This is more of a note I would make to the PCTI team-there should be add- on options for booking private or semi private jeeps instead of the canteens when making the purchase for the 6 day tour as a whole. Had this been an optional up charge I absolutely would have made the request for a jeep over a canter, and this would be just another level of that personalized service that we grew very accustomed to from PCTI during our trip through the Golden Triangle. Jaipur: -Our hotel in Jaipur was the Doubletree, which was located about 45-50 minutes outside of the center of the city with traffic. I dont believe that this is a required hotel to stay at, and so we opted to personally book hotels more centralized in the city for the last 2 nights when we extended our tour. I would see if it was possible to request a hotel slightly closer to the center of the city to eliminate the excessive driving back and forth. -There is a lot of traffic in Jaipur, most sites are only a few miles from each other, but the length of driving time can affect schedules quite a bit if you try to make lunch or dinner plans on the other side of the the city, so putting a google map with the points of interest on the tour together would be a very smart and efficient way to make sure you dont waste a ton of time in traffic. I know that this review is lengthy, but a 6-turned-8 day trip with a driver and 8 different guides deserves to be discussed with these details so you know exactly what you’re booking when you choose this wonderful company. I hope everyone has the best experience like we did in India!

An incredible journey all around - What an incredible journey this has been. As this is our first visit to India we deliberated, whether to book a guided tour or explore the country on our own, and decided to go with this tour. After finishing the tour I can say with confidence, that it has been a great decision as it has been one of the best experiences I've ever had travelling a foreign country! I can (and will) wholeheartedly recommend this tour and Pacific Classic Tours India as organizers to anyone to experience what India has to offer! After booking the tour Shakul Garg from Pacific Classic Tours India promptly reached out to us, to provide us further information, enquire about our itinerary and timetable and make sure to accommodate our travel plans and wishes. Thanks to Shakuls great explanations and communication we felt safe and comfortable while departing for Delhi. I would like to use this chance and thank Shakul for the great organization and handling of all our wishes! Everything was meticulously prepared, while still giving us the flexibility to adapt according to our wishes, and to make sure we never had to worry about anything and could just enjoy sp many of the things India has to offer. On the starting day of the tour everything went perfectly according to plan and our fantastic driver DK Sharma picked us up at the destination of our choosing to embark on this journey together. Every stop and moment during this journey has been a delight and full of joy. Made possible by all the awesome people involved in it! I would like to express our heartfelt thanks to everyone from PCTI and our guides at all the different destinations: Himmat in Delhi for giving us a very warm welcome to India and doing a terrific job in not only providing us with a lot of historical information but also personal experiences in the short time we had! Mahesh in Agra for not only making sure that we would come to understand, why getting up before the sunrise to see the Taj Mahal in all it's glory is worth it (it sure is!), but also showing us the best spots around the landmarks, sharing his incredible historical knowledge and experience and letting us experience a delectable Street Food Breakfast with delicious Agran specialities! Gaur in the Keoladeo National Park taking us for a tour (sadly one too short to see all of its breathtaking sights) and letting us enjoy the wild- and especially bird life during it while providing us with a lot of interesting facts and figures! Our safari guides and drivers in Ranthambore, for making our two safari trips very memorable and unforgettable with a marvelous total of four(!) Tiger sightings and a whole slew of other animals (bears, striped deers, crocodiles and even some turtles)! Ashok in Jaipur for not only sharing all his knowledge about the city and its "secret" spots, it's history and the history of its kings, people and crafts (and letting us enjoy them), but also for making us feel so very welcome in Jaipur! As he puts it, he aims to represent the best of Jaipur and welcome all guests with open arms. A high bar he not only reaches but easily goes above and beyond! And last but not least to our wonderful companion DK Sharma, who acted as our driver, guide, problem solver and support along the whole 6 days. He always welcomed us with a big smile on his face, cold drinks and snacks for the way and made sure to keep us safe, sound and on time throughout it all while navigating the bustling cities and traffic with his astonishing calm! It has been a pleasure sharing this journey with him and I'd be happy to do so again in the future!

Wonderful 6 days in Delhi, Agra, Ranthambhore National Park and Jaipur - Driving back to Delhi from a really great 6-day trip in Delhi, Agra, Ranthambhore Park and Jaipur. Everything was perfectly organised. We always got picked up on time. All events and tickets were organised upfront and we didn't need to care for anything. The hotels were all really good and we had really agreable nights in the Trident in Agra, the Tigress in Ranthambore and the Hilton in Jaipur. We had different guides at all the locations and everyone was really experienced, with a lot of knowledge and all really interested in presenting us all those special places. Thanks to Himmat, who showed us around in a short Delhi-tour and explained us the basics of India and Indian religions. Thanks to Mahesh, who accompanied us a whole day in Agra to see the Taj Mahal at sunrise and at a very special place for the sunset. It was really enjoyable and really interesting listening to all his knowledge. He also took us to a really special place with delicious fried street-food. Thanks to Gaur (youtube.com/@wildlifewithgaur), who took us on a short expedition in the Keoladeo Park. You can feel that Gaur is very interested in wildlife and wildlife photography and it was a pleasure to get all the informations about the park and the animals we could find. Thanks to Ashok, who joined us for two half-day trips in Jaipur. We've visited a lot of special places in Jaipur in quite short time, but Ashok always kmew a lot to explain at all time. It was a really fun spending time with Ashok. All the guides have been tour guides for many years and everyone is happily working with/for the organizing agency PCTI for many years. Also be prepared to have a lot of free space on your phone or camera for beautiful and special photos taken by all the guides for you. We had two reall beautiful safaris at the Ranthambhore National Park and we were very lucky seeing four tigers and a lot of other animals. Thanks to having both times trips to Zone 3, which is one of the best to see tigers in the park. And finally a really big thanks to DK our driver, who was staying with us the whole 6 days and was always there when we had to go somewhere by car. He was very welcoming and friendly from the first second we got picked up at the hotel. He is undoubtedly the best driver, for the sometimes very crowded streets in India, as he stayed very calm and happy at all times. DK also organised some really pleasing surprises to cheer(s) up our rides. The car was very new, very clean and always restocked with snacks and water. Also free Wifi was provided in the car. Only negative point: In between there were shopping trips to places only focusing on tourists, where you get a short presentation to different historical local craftsmanship, but then quickly get taken to the shopping area of the location. There you can buy the respective items for touristic prices. I wasn't happy that these places are not mentioned at all on the program. Not even as shopping. We bought some few nice souvenirs, but it would be better to be transparent about what is shopping and what is siteseeing, or let the clients to decide what type of craftsmanship/shopping they want to go and see. Good thing was, that we never really got pushed to buy something. Thanks to all who organised and contributed to this beautiful trip!

Unforgettable 6-Day Golden Triangle Experience – Truly 10/10! - I’m writing this on the last day of my 6-day Golden Triangle adventure, and even though the tour isn’t officially over yet, I already know this has been one of the best experiences of my life. Every stop was incredible, and each guide brought something unique that made the journey unforgettable. Delhi – A Warm Start Our trip began in Delhi with Hammut, who welcomed us with genuine warmth and managed to give us a fantastic overview of the city in the short time we were there. His friendly energy set the tone for the entire journey. Agra – History Brought to Life In Agra, Mahesh blew us away with his incredible historical knowledge. He took us to the perfect spots for breathtaking Taj Mahal photos and shared stories that made the city's history come alive. His hospitality and expertise were exceptional — I can’t recommend him highly enough. On the Road to Ranthambore – Beautiful Cultural Stops Instead of one long drive, we enjoyed two enriching stops: Keoladeo National Park, where Gaur impressed us with his passion for birds and wildlife. Chand Baori, an architectural masterpiece that showcases India’s incredible history and craftsmanship. Ranthambore – Safari Moments I’ll Never Forget We stayed at the Tigress Hotel, a beautiful luxury retreat for two nights. Our safari was a true once-in-a-lifetime experience — we saw 4 tigers, 3 bears, and so many other fascinating animals in their natural habitat. Absolutely unforgettable! The only mini-suggestion I would give: split the morning/evening safari between the big bus and the smaller jeep. We had both safaris in the bus, and while it was still incredible, I’m curious how the jeep experience compares. Jaipur – Culture, Flavor & Genuine Care When we reached Jaipur, Ashok welcomed us and took us to a delicious lunch spot after the long drive. His guided tour through the Pink City was fascinating — full of deep knowledge and delivered with great kindness. At the Monkey Temple he showed incredible care, clearly explaining do’s and don’ts for staying safe, especially given the low hygiene there. Thanks to him, we enjoyed the visit without any issues. He even showed us a fun secret at the temple — I won’t spoil it so others can experience it themselves! Now Heading Back to Delhi… As we make our way back to Delhi, I’m filled with gratitude. The program was rich, the days were full of wonder, every admission Fee was covered, big crowds were fully avoided and time flew far too quickly. If I could, I would relive it all again in a heartbeat. For me so far: an easy 10/10 experience! A Special Shout-Out: DK – The Best Driver You Could Ever Hope For And finally, the biggest thank-you goes to DK, our driver throughout this entire journey. We absolutely won the lottery with him. His friendliness, humor, calmness, and professionalism made us feel safe and cared for from the very start. Spotless clean car Safe, smooth driving Water and snacks always ready Wonderful humor Truly dedicated to delivering the best possible service Around DK, you simply know you’re in good hands. Long story short: DK is DA KING! 😁

India Beyound Expectations - This tour was a great value for the price. We saw so many aspects of the Indian culture. Our guides were wonderful. They were knowledgeable and took care of our every need. Our driver DK was great. He got us to to where we needed to be and kept us on time and also took great care of us. I felt very safe on this tour. The cooking class we did was so interesting. I can not wait to try out the recipes at home. Unfortunately we did not see any tigers on the tiger tour but we still had a great time riding in jeep plus we did see a lot of wildlife. I wish we could have had a bit more time to shop. I can not wait to return to India and would definitely use this your company again. Carol

Dream trip, Cultural gem - Just back from a wonderful trip with PCT. This trip exceeded my expectations. From the first time I contacted Shakul until the end of my stay he checked in and made sure everything was going smoothly. Shakul was very easy to work with as I wanted to stay at an eco lodge and book a few classes. Nothing was a problem and our trip was perfect from start to finish. DK was our driver for our whole tour and he always was waiting with cold water and soda in hand. He also arranged flowers and a cake at short notice for a friends birthday. Mashesh was our first guide for Dehli and Agra. He was always willing to make any request happen. Shopping for outfits for our Taj Mahal visit, henna and he also was a wonder at taking photos. No need to hire a photographer. My friend had requested rice pudding which we didn't find but guess who showed up with it on our last day, made especially by himself. Ashok was our last guide for our Jaipur portion of our trip. Again wonderful. We made it to our cooking class, block print demo and even got a chance to visit his family business at his home, and welcomed with homemade treats. We never had to worry about getting places on time and the right time to beat crowds. Truly a wonderful trip and I would book with this company again. This trip is such a cultural gem.

My experience and 1st time in India - From start to finish, it was an excellent experience. Communication with the Managing Director and my driver (Prem) was flawless. The trip and all excursions were well organized and smoothly executed — you can tell this is something they’ve been doing well for a long time. The daily excursions were well-paced; having a private guide was fantastic, as you can clearly hear all the explanations (it can get quite loud due to the number of tourists), ask questions, and move efficiently through each site. Having your own car also makes it easy to travel from place to place. The hotel selection was excellent, and the service impeccable at every location. Special congratulations to my driver, Prem, for his professionalism and outstanding service throughout the entire tour — always friendly, driving safely, and offering water after each visit. I highly recommend this 6-day tour to anyone wanting to see as many sites as possible with minimal hassle.

Perfect golden triangle and safari trip - Wow...where do I begin. First time to India with my husband, and we were a bit nervous about visiting such a large exotic country. Our driver DK was our driver/ interpreter and guide making our trip seamless despite numerous cities hotels, temples, fortresses,safaris etc. Anything we wanted, he made it happen. Despite our busy, complex schedule he always got us there on time. And after those hot sweaty tours, he'd have a cold diet coke waiting for me(he had noticed earlier that was my drink of choice). Our first city was Dehli with an incredible guide named Hammit. He was smart and funny with great knowledge of history. He navigated us thru both old and new Deli but my highlight was our heartfelt time spent in Gurudwara Sahib were he shared memories from his past helping us to appreciate their mission for the poor. And as an added bonus he went out of his way to guide us thru the Chand Stepwell were once again he shared personal childhood experiences that made this visit palpable real. Our next big city was Agra were we had the pleasure of working with Mahesh. He had a certain wisdom and calm that made us feel relaxed in the monument of love, The Taj Mahal. This site was the main reason for our traveling to India in the first place. He made sure we were in the most advantageous spot for pictures and viewing this incredible structure, truly the most beautiful building in the world. I felt like I was in a photo shoot and amazed at the incredible angles he achieved. At Ranthambore we were scheduled for tiger safaris but had at the last minute or guide, Doma took us to see the fort. We were fortuitous to be there during a ceramony for Ganush and received blessings. Even though we didn't see any tigers, Doma made this a place to remember and we hope to come back soon. Bird sanctuary with Amil was a beautiful experience as well leaning much about the indecent gains of India. And lastly Jaipur. Wow....I thought we had seen all the highlights but these last 2 days were filled with experiences for a lifetime. Ashok was not only knowledgeable but sprit filled. He bent over backwards to make sure we saw/ did all the pavers we wanted in this magical town. We saw the Amber fort, feed some monkeys and even took an elephant ride. We did several things off script but he was very accommodating and made sure we experienced everything we could. I still can't belive we were only he for 2 days but saw someone much. In summary this trip surpassed our expections and is on slate to be one of our best trips ever. Many thanks... the Cawthons Many The Cawthons

6 days touring this fascinating region of India. - We cant speak highly enough of the team behind our 6 day tour! First of all our driver Prem was one of the best we’ve had anywhere in the world. We never had to wait, always opening the door for us, waiting with a chilled bottle of water after sightseeing in the heat. He was always accommodating for any adjustments we made along the way. He took great care of us and we cant thank him enough. Shakul the tour organiser before the trip was always prompt with his replies and catered for every customization we made to the tour, and we are very thankful for that. He even arranged for a last minute 3rd Safari at Ranthambore, and ofcourse Prem was there bright and early ready to pick us up! Kudos to our tour guides: Rohit was fun, engaging and has great carisma. We really enjoyed his guidance through the sights of Delhi. 5 stars! Mahesh is so passionate about his town of Agra, he told great stories and we really enjoyed his insight and attention to detail. 5 Stars! And last but not least, Ashok, who over 2 days took us around Jaipur and was always up for a joke and he too just loved sharing his city of Jaipur. 5 stars!

Great time in India ! - We booked a trip with Shakul based on other reviews but we needed a customized itinerary to fit our schedule and dates. And Shakul made it work for us! We booked our own hotels, he helped us with a driver and guides. Our driver was wonderful! Super patient, very reliable, never a minute late. Our guides were also great. Especially, we enjoyed the Agra tour with Mahesh. He made it into a rich cultural experience, where everything had a meaning and a story. If you can get Mahesh-consider yourselves lucky! (He also takes great photos) I am very happy with our experience though we booked without knowing much besides the reviews. Would do again, definitely.