Raju is a very experienced and knowledgeable guide with excellent English. Raju's clear communication and good organisational skills made our day with him in Jaipur easy and very enjoyable. He is a kind, courteous, friendly and honest gentleman. Raju's car is clean and well kept, and he drives safely in India's traffic chaos. We would not hesitate to use Raju's services again on a day or longer tour if we return. Monica and John
About Activity
What's Included
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- Dinner
- Lunch
Departure & Return
Departure Point
- I collect you from the airport or your hotel. If you arrive early, your luggage will remain in the bus or car (depending on the number of travellers) and we'll head out sightseeing or if you're tired, you can chill out for the day. If you arrive late (which is often the case from Australia), well go straight to your accommodation to settle in and relax for the night.
Itinerary
Day 1
1
Most flights from Australia arrive in the evening so I will collect you from the airport and take you on the short drive to your Delhi accommodation. If you are arriving from another tour we will arrange a suitable meeting place.
Day 2
2
A well kept secret in Delhi, 90 acres of lush green in the middle of the city.
The Baha'i temple is an architectural beauty. Once you see it the name is obvious. All people of all faiths are welcome here.
The tomb of the 2nd mogul emperor. Built in the 1500's by his widow, and constructed of red sandstone and marble it's an engineering masterpiece of the time. It's the first tomb which includes magnificent t gardens.
Day 3
3
This tomb often called the 'Baby Taj' and is often regarded as the draft of the Taj Mahal. Built at the request of his widow in 1626-28. It is built from marble and the carvings some suggest are better than the Taj Mahal. A beautiful example of architecture of the time.
Learn the myth and truth about the Black Taj and the gardens that surround it. Situated across the river from the magnificent Taj Mahal. Listen closely to the Guides as they tell both stories and you can decide which is TRUE.
Day 4
4
Have your photo taken on the 'Diana seat' and enjoy the magnificence of this monument of love. This tomb was commissioned by the fifth Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan for his 2nd wife (his favourite) Mumtaz Mahal, it also houses his tomb. No words can effectively describe this most beautiful of structures. Seeing is definitely believing and feeling. Reverence is a word many people use when they visit the Taj Mahal.
Day 5
5
Spectacular Victory gate commissioned after victory in Gujarat in the late 1500's
The largest palace in Fatehpur Sikri, a masterpiece of the fusion of Hindu and Persian architecture. Constructed of red sandstone in 1569.
This is an 8th century Step-well. The finest example of this type of structure in Rajasthan.
Day 6
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Also known as the Monkey Temple. Spring waters flow through narrow crevices into a series of pools or water tanks in which pilgrims come to bathe. Temples have been builtnto honour the sacred water flow.
The cenotaph for the royal kings and queens of Jaipur.
This afternoon will filled with th adventure of finding Hidden things... this is the time to know your wish list for something special to take home or see how it is made.
Day 7
7
Beautiful
Spectacular
Also known as the Water Palace, the summer residence for the Jaipur Royal family. See this whilst having lunch or watching the sunset.
Large ramparts, several gates and cobbled streets await you
Shopping and relaxing
Day 8
8
This morning you will have time to have a leisurely breakfast and check out ready for your journey home or onto your next adventure. Thank you for choosing Raju's Private Tours. Let me take you to the airport or train. We never say good bye, only bye for now...u til we meet again.
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Reviews
My friends and I did a private tour of Jaipur with Raju and it was wonderful. He was always smiling and made us feel very welcome. Raju felt like a friend more than a guide. He explained everything about the culture and local traditions. As well as the normal highlights, he showed us local spots and experiences which made everything feel much more real and special. I highly recommend him as a guide.
Raju picked us up from our hotel in Jaipur in his spotless clean car. He is an excellent driver & knows his way around the busy city very well. Whatever we wanted to explore, Raju seemed to have a contact around every corner. We bought a beautiful hand made carpet which he arranged to ship back to Australia. We were measured up for clothes which were made & delivered to our hotel the next day. My partner was having some health issues & Raju took us to a doctor & then to get the prescriptions. Our time in Jaipur was so enjoyable & productive thanks to Raju. It was like having a trusted friend to spend time with. I highly recommend him to everyone who wants an authentic experience in Jaipur.
Raju honestly made our trip what it was. He went above and beyond every single day and we always felt safe with him. He showed us local spots and experiences we never would have seen without him, and it made everything feel so much more real and special. He has such a warm, friendly way about him and could answer anything we asked. The best part was how he was always there helping us, even when we didn’t realise we needed it. It felt like he was constantly one step ahead, making everything easier. We got clothed made, saw temples, ate great food and explored the local culture! I can’t imagine doing this trip without Raju, he became a big part of the whole experience. Couldn’t recommend him more
Raja is an excellent driver, very knowledgeable, punctual and courteous. We have used Raju several times now and would highly recommend for any driving tour throughout India
Raju is kind hearted, fun and accommodating. I really enjoyed spending time with him in the land of Rajasthan, he has a lovely connection to India and its people. Raju shared his vast knowledge, curiosity and lots of laughter all the while arranging and sorting out SO MANY other things. I absolutely recommend Raju for a rich travel experience.
Travelling with Raju has been excellent. Raju is very competent, knowledgeable and passionate about Rajistan. He is very attentive and will go out of his way to ensure we have the best possible trip. He is totally committed and gives 110% to his clients. Thank you Raju. This is my first trip to India and it has been a very enjoyable experience.
We travelled in a group of 12 Australian women for two weeks with Raju as our guide. I am a yoga teacher & as we travel we practice yoga every day. I have used Raju’s expertise for many years now. Raju helps greatly with the planning of my trips with suggestions on where to go, what to do, where to stay, organising our bus and driver and much more. He is a true gentleman taking very special care of us all. His English is very good & his knowledge of contemporary Rajasthan & the history of Rajasthan is excellent. I would recommend Raju if you are wanting a private tour operator for just a couple of people or a larger group.
This was my first visit to this beautiful land and I’m sure that it wouldn’t have been so special without Raju. His knowledge of history and culture in all of the regions we have visited is extraordinary and our experiences have been so diverse and educational. His kindness, generosity and good humour have all added to the adventure. You can’t go wrong if Raju is with you!
Great experience with Raju who shared his knowledge of India and its culture , organised great hotels and food and was always super ready to assist with any needs and kept us amused.
Great guide,had lots of with him and all group was really happy with him . We went beautiful places. Very knowledgeable and friendly. Lindy
Raju was a fabulous guide Very helpful and showed us all the best places.He was lots of fun and made sure we were all looked after.Vron
Great tour and our guide, Raju, was so helpful and guided us to the best places to see and shop. Lovely tours of Jaisalmer and other places T
Raju was recommended to me from a friend, please to say I was not disappointed. Had a short stay in India, thank god I found Raju’s private tour. He was friendly, super insightful and hilarious. We ate fantastic food, lots of laughs and nothing was too much to ask for. Highly recommend Raju for a guide and driver.
Travelled in India Jan 2019, Raju was our tour guide for most of the trip. Having a tour guide i saw the real India outside the normal tourist in the golden triangle. I requested to see an elephant rescue/retirement reserve, Raju organised this. With a private guide had time to see the things we wanted to see without being rushed. A private tour guide is the way to go if you want to see the real India. PS. I travelled to India again Dec 2024 on a commercial Tour, the biggest mistake I ever made.
Amazing trip of India made better by our guide Raju Singh. What made him such a great guide was his indepth knowledge of India and it history, his care of each and everyone in the group. His organization skills were up and above the expected. I can only recommend him to each and everyone. He goes the extra mile to make your trip the best possible
As a first-time visitor to India, I wasn’t sure what to expect, but the Golden Triangle Done Differently tour exceeded all my expectations. From the start, my guide, Raju, was exceptional—providing fascinating insights into the history and culture of Jaipur, Agra, and Delhi, making each landmark come alive. What made this tour stand out was its unique approach. While we visited iconic sights like the Taj Mahal and Amber Fort, we also explored hidden gems off the beaten path, giving me a more authentic experience of India. The logistics were smooth—comfortable, air-conditioned transport—and the food recommendations were fantastic, introducing me to flavors I would have missed on my own. The tour was perfectly paced, offering a mix of sightseeing and relaxation. I felt safe, well-cared for, and truly immersed in India’s culture. If you’re a first-time visitor, this tour is a must—both enriching and unforgettable! Highly recommended.
Our private tour of The Golden Triangle with Raju as our guide was excellent! Raju is very experienced in guiding westerners in his country, taking care to provide a safe, fun & educational experience for all. He knows all the best places to shop, eat & explore the spectacular sights of the Golden Triangle. We enjoyed every moment of our tour.
I first met Raju 2012 when a friend and I traveled to India. This was my first trip to India and Raju was so helpful and such an excellent driver and so knowledgeable enthusiast Raju showed us some beautiful places and introduced us to such interesting locals. Highly recommend Raju for your trip to India
Raju is knowledgeable, friendly and reliable person who prides himself on providing excellent service I was with him in 2007, and he made the experience in Jaipur truly enjoyable.
We travelled in 2023 through parts of Northern india( predominantly Rajasthan) and thoroughly enjoyed the informative , immersive experience Raju’s guidance provided. His knowledge, insight and attention to detail were outstanding and his customisation to meet our needs and expectations was on point. My husband and I felt safe and comfortable within Raju’s care and guidance, therefore highly recommending his tour experiences. A trip of a lifetime for us!
Raju made sure that we had a wonderful experience exploring a small part of India. In Udaipur we were taken on a sunset cruise and visited the City Palace the next day ... Went to a Jain temple in Ranakpur ... Then on to Pushkar where we viewed the sunset overlooking the sacred lake ... Jaipur next where we went to a textile shop and had garments made ... Of course Agra to see the amazing Taj Mahal .. special! Plus many more places before returning to Delhi. Raju was absolutely amazing going the extra mile to make sure we were happy. I would recommend Raju to anyone wanting an exceptional experience when visiting India .. you wouldn't regret it!
Highly recommend! Raju is knowledgeable and friendly, making my overall experience in Jaipur truly enjoyable. From the Amber Fort to the local markets, he knows every street and hidden corner of the city. A fantastic way to explore Jaipur!
I met up with Raju and another guest whilst I was travelling solo recently in Rajasthan. I had the pleasure of hanging out with Raju over a few days. Raju is a genuine & honest person, and has a wealth of knowledge about India. Raju was extremely easy to get along with and went out of his way to ensure some top spots were visited and comfortability throughout. Raju speaks great English and I joked and said that he is the most ‘Indian Aussie that I have met’. He was really easy to get along with. Raju helped me ship some things back to Australia via post which was extremely helpful and connected me in with some other people throughout my trip in other parts of India as well. I highly recommend Raju as a genuine person and a great guide whilst visiting India.
I had a good time touring with Raju. He was safe and considerate. We visited monuments, we did shopping and we interacted with vendors and random people in the streets where we stopped. I highly recommend this service.
In January 2019, I did a tour of India that was organised by a personal friend. We were a group of 10 ladies. We all came from different backgrounds and had different expectations. Raju was our guide for the Rajahastan area. Raju made us all feel welcome and was very understanding of all our different needs. Raju has a vast knowledge of India, especially Rajahastan. He is very proud of his country and he wanted us to experince the real India. I found Raju to be very attentive, he would go out of his way to accomodate any individual requests, whenever he could. I throughly enjoyed India. Raju made our trip the best experience ever. I would throughly recommend Raju to every traveller. Thank you Raju, for a wonderful and memorable experience.
Raju is very passionate about his work and will go to great lengths to support and please his customers. 100% the best. I will most certainly use him again. Bonus: his English is fantastic. And he knows all the secret off the beaten track places.
In October 2018 I met Raju. He was the tour guide for our Kiwi girls trip to Rajasthan and the Golden Triangle. It was organised by my friend Marilyn Manning and Raju. 10 Kiwi women were escorted around India for 12 delightful days. Raju organised a small bus for us all, and then he guided us on a lovely tour of Rajasthan. From the beautiful Lake Udaipur, via stunning Ranakpur Jain temple, where we also saw a traditional rug weaver. We visited colourful Pushkar, then on to the Amber Fort to ride the elephants, to see the water palace and monkey temple. At the Pink City of Jaipur we enjoyed exploring the Palace of the Winds (women's windows, where they viewed the world). Also we had the honour of visiting his family home for a party with traditional Indian hospitality. We went to a mosque on the way to Agra. Getting up at dawn to marvel at the honey coloured marble of the Taj Mahal, we visited the Baby Taj was also superb. Then Raju took us to a local marble factory to see how the craftsmen work their magic in marble, just like the walls of the Taj Mahal. He organised and drove us to massages in Udaipur, Jaipur and Agra which were all good value. At the end of the tour, he dropped us safely in Delhi. Raju took us to local restaurants and massage places that he recommended, which were always good value. Raju has a lovely, genuine smile, and he was always cheerful, calm and cool, even with a medical emergency. He loves sharing his knowledge of India's past history and present unique wonders and beauty with travellers, I highly recommend his honesty and integrity and his organisational skills and suggestions. Allison Thomas
I met Raju in 2019 when I toured with a small group of ladies and he was our ‘on the ground’ guide for northern India 🇮🇳. By the end of the tour I adopted him as my little brother! We remained in contact and this year 2024 I revisited India for my zero number birthday 🎁. Raju took me to places I had not previously been and it was awesome. I visited majestic Havelis, palaces, forts and some of the best foodie places I’ve ever eaten-globally! His attention to ensure I visited places I would love was wonderful. I’m so grateful to him for keeping me safe, driving safely across Rajasthan, from Delhi airport in a big loop around northern Rajasthan to Jaipur. Watching sunrise, sleeping out in the desert, shopping for fabrics all of it was brilliant and very well planned.
Raju was a fantastic guide & driver during my visit to The Golden Triangle with two friends from Australia. He was born & bred in Rajasthan so knows every corner of Jaipur & Agra. He showed us all the wonderful famous landmarks but also, took us off the tourist trail to see how people live in the region. Nothing was too much trouble for him. I highly recommend Raju ‘s tour so you can explore this fascinating part of India like a local!
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