The world is a wonderful place and there are a million and one amazing experiences to discover. This is certainly the case with a vacation to India; home of many different religions, cultures and ways of living. With an abundance of exotic flavors, smells and sounds, a tour makes is an exciting and educational time.
For thousands of years, civilization has thrived here. There is a diverse mix of faiths and beliefs living side by side. The result has been a heady and evocative mix of life, creating a rich and diverse variety which is vibrant and unique like no other place on Earth. Today, this continues.
The vastness of the country is only matched by the vastness of its population. All the major towns are crowded to bursting point. The atmosphere in the cities and towns however is electric and, whilst it takes a little getting used to, is something which you cannot fail to enter into once here.
The markets are pulsating, with fresh fruits, vegetables, meat, pulses and spices on offer at every turn. The hubbub is almost a cacophony of sound, with each seller having their own unique character to get buyers to part with their cash. A wonderful way to spend an afternoon, having a local guide will help get the best from the visit.
The country is also home to many stunning beaches and resorts, where the famous hospitality of the Indian people comes into its own. No visit here is complete without a journey on the rail system either, which is amongst the most extensive in the world, having been developed through British rule.
Since the days of the British Raj, there has been one thing which the Indian sub-continent has really taken on board almost as much as rail transport. The sport of cricket. In 2011, India was crowned World Champions whilst the Indian Premier League continues to go from strength to strength. With matches played every week through the season in major towns, taking in a match is highly recommended.
There are a great many historic sights to visit here and, being home to a mix of religions, there are many pilgrimage spots which are great to tour around. With castles and palaces, forts and gardens, many of these sights are awe inspiring and breathtaking.
Vacations throughout India allow visitors to really enjoy a trip of a lifetime. Rich in culture, steeped in heritage and spiritual like no other place, tours in India are experiences to cherish and enjoy retelling to friends and family back home for many years.