India: What To See

India is vast and the main problem for first-time travellers is what to see in a limited time. Inevitably there are sights that will have to be missed. Initially many visitors feel their first trip to India might be their only trip. We tell all our clients that they will probably return and most of them do. Gradually and region by region, many of them come to explore the country rather well. Almost everyone agrees the key to a successful and enjoyable visit is not to try to cover too much ground in a short trip.

Most first-time travellers tend to visit the "Golden Triangle" (comprising Delhi, Jaipur and Agra) along with a longer tour of the desert state of Rajasthan or the temples of Khajuraho and the holy city of Varanasi. Tours are often extended with a relaxing stay at a wildlife sanctuary, a hill station or a beach.

Kerala, rich in natural beauty, is another extremely popular destination, with convenient tour extensions encompassing the neighbouring temples and palaces of Tamil Nadu and Karnataka.

In truth all corners of India - whether popular and frequently visited or low key and off the beaten track - have strong yet varied attractions.