India's Golden Triangle
It’s not only the curries that can bring tears to your eyes on a five-star escorted Golden Triangle tour! But we’ve found a “taster tour” from Kuoni with soothingly mild prices.
Where to stay: You’ll spend six nights moving between the three key cities – chaotic, mesmerising Delhi, plus Agra and the “pink city” of Jaipur. Hotels are swanky five-stars, like Le Méridien at Jaipur, though there are budget-trimming four-star options.
Sightsee for a snip: Your English-speaking guide will whisk you from one architectural masterpiece to another, including the Taj Mahal and Lutyen’s New Delhi. There are fun experiences too, such as a rickshaw ride though Jaipur’s streets.
Affordable chic eats: Be brave – sample sizzling street food! In Old Delhi, the area to head for is bustling Chandni Chowk, where super-clean Prince’s Paan (M-Block Market) is the ex-pats’ choice.
How to do it: The Taj Tour costs from £1,238pp for six nights B&B in five-star hotels (from £1,115pp choosing four-star options), including flights, guide and transfers, Kuoni. Call 01306-747008 or visit kuoni.co.uk.
Find out more: Rajasthan, Delhi and Agra (Lonely Planet, £14.99).
