We are a couple in their mid-30s (indian/aus and british) who booked Mona for a tour across Delhi, Agra and Jaipur. I cannot recommend Mona enough! He was there from the moment we arrived at Delhi airport to dropping us at Jaipur airport. He planned everything meticulously which meant we didn't need to worry about a single thing. He took us to try delicious foods (we are foodies!), planned the days per our interests, assisted us with shopping and negotiating and ensured all our needs were met. We did not get Delhi belly! He is very knowledgeable and you can see that he is passionate about his work and he reads into the true and in-depth history of all the places we visit - we learned a lot from him. I would recommend Mona be your guide above anything else you choose to do in this region. You won't regret it. Additionally, he speaks English very well, and also speak Hindi and Spanish. He has a warm personality, and is always eager to help you have the best possible experience and plan your trip as you need it. Thanks for the memories, Mona!
About Activity
What's Included
Includes
- Private transportation
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Fuel surcharge
Excludes
- Gratuities
- Monument Admission Tickets ($45 per person)
Departure & Return
Departure Point
- Traveler pick up offered
Itinerary
Day 1
1
In Old Delhi, visit India's largest mosque Jama Masjid (25000 people can pray here at a single time!), colourful bazaars where narrow streets are filled with wedding paraphernalia, enjoy ride in a bicycle rickshaw to reach the biggest spice market of Asia!
In New Delhi, get a taste of India’s colonial heritage on a drive past the iconic India Gate, Parliament House and President's Palace.
Finally, visit Humayun's Tomb, which inspired the construction of the Taj Mahal. Now a UNESCO World Heritage Site!
Pay homage to Mahatma Gandhi at Gandhi Smriti, where he stayed for the last days of his life before being assassinated. Discuss the life of the Mahatma (great soul) with your tour guide as you stroll the environs of this fine building in the heart of New Delhi.
Day 2
2
Drive to Agra (approx. 3.5 hours) in the comfort of your chauffeured private vehicle. Appreciate the beauty of rural India as you drive past farms and villages on this enriching journey.
Upon arrival in Agra, check-in into your hotel. Later, head to the amazing Agra Fort, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Its white marble palaces served as residence for the royal family (and as prison for the king who built the Taj Mahal!).
End your day with a visit to the Taj Mahal over sunset, from across the river.
Day 3
3
Enjoy an unforgettable sunrise visit to the Taj Mahal, the ultimate monument to love! Sunrise is the best time to appreciate its heavenly beauty, when the Taj is simmered in soft rays of the rising sun. Return to your hotel for breakfast and relaxation.
Embark on your drive to Jaipur – known popularly as the ‘pink city’. This 6-hour journey (with a couple of stops) is a perfect opportunity to talk about arranged marriages, holy cow, the great Mughal kings and anything that you wish to discuss! En route, visit the 11th century stepwell Chand Baoli. Overnight Jaipur.
En route to Jaipur, visit the 11th century stepwell Chand Baoli.
Day 4
4
Kick-start your day with a visit to the magnificent Amer Fort, situated on a hill; it is a classic fort-palace.
Later, head to the pink city area which includes City Palace Museum with a rich collection of textiles of the royalty, and the UNESCO enlisted observatory Jantar-Mantar, housing the biggest sundial in the world!
We take a photo stop at the Hawa Mahal, the iconic structure of Jaipur and Jal Mahal, another landmark of the city situated inside a lake.
Day 5
5
Transfer to the airport in Jaipur/ Delhi, for your onward flight.
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Reviews
Mona made our holiday to India an unforgettable experience. His expertise on all the locations we visited was unmatched. He took us to exceptional restaurants where the food was delicious. He was very patient while we took pictures and was always willing to make adjustments to our schedule if we wanted more time at certain locations. If you’re going to visit India Mona will make the experience magical and something you will never forget.
Our first trip to India was and absolute success thanks to Mona and our driver! They were in top of anything we could possibly needed or wanted . The brand new ride with AC full of snacks and drinks was so appreciated. We always felt safe. Mona has all the contacts we didn’t knew we needed. I got all my instagramable shots from the most iconic places in Delhi,Agra & Jaipur.. They are now friends do yourself a favor and book them!
Madhavendra (Mona) Singh – India Tour Guide We were two couples (four adults) visiting India for the first time and worked with Madhavendra (“Mona”) Singh four months in advance to design a custom 4-day itinerary for Agra and Mumbai. From our very first interaction, his professionalism and attention to detail were exceptional. His advice and planning led to an absolutely amazing trip. The itinerary struck the perfect balance between iconic highlights and unforgettable “off-the-beaten-path” experiences — including a bike-powered tuk-tuk ride through the crowded alleyways of Old Delhi. What a blast! We have traveled to more than 90 countries and have booked dozens of private and group tours over the years. Mona is, without question, the best tour guide we have ever had. 12 out of 10. He speaks Hindi, English, Italian, Spanish, and Mandarin fluently. His written and spoken English are excellent. He is honest, humble, perceptive, and deeply committed to ensuring his guests have an extraordinary experience. His hotel recommendations were outstanding. The vehicle he arranged for us was far beyond expectations — only three months old, spacious, with oversized bucket seats and panoramic windows. I initially questioned the added cost, but he assured me it would make a difference over four days. He was absolutely right. Mona has a remarkable ability to “read the room.” He kept everyone in our group fully engaged, adjusted the itinerary seamlessly based on timing and crowds, shortened stops when necessary, and added special experiences when time allowed. His knowledge of Indian history, architecture, and culture — especially in Agra and Mumbai — is deep and impressive. Every site we visited came alive through his storytelling. He also: • Recommended fantastic restaurants (Pinti’s truly does have incredible butter chicken!) • Took creative, high-quality photos for us from the best angles • Loaned me a high-watt fast charger on day one — then surprised me with two brand-new chargers the next day because he knew how useful they were • Arranged a private nighttime museum viewing for our wives, where they even tried on 400-year-old Mughal jewelry • Purchased many tickets in advance to save time • Constantly ensured our safety — watching traffic, steps, uneven pavement • Skillfully handled overly aggressive vendors and negotiated fair prices on our behalf. Every detail was thoughtfully managed. What he promised — a fully customized, all-inclusive experience — is exactly what he delivered. If you are considering a private guide in India, stop looking. Mona Singh is exceptional.
We enjoyed a one-week tour of The Golden Triangle - Delhi, Agra, Jaipur with a private tour guide, Mona! We landed at 2:00 am in New Delhi where Mona met us with his beautiful smile. Mona took care of us with white glove service the entire week. He left no details unattended. We’ve traveled extensively and not had service provided with the attention Mona gave us. Plus, his love for India and for life left us inspired!
Thank you Mona, I (and we) spent a delicious guided moment by visiting the most authentic places. Your visit explanations are clear and I felt to have discovered a big part of Indian culture. Arthur.
Very knowledgeable, friendly and helpful guide! Mona was excellent and we would not hesitate to use his services again.
Many opportunities to take photos, not as many opportunities to buy reasonably priced items (1k->5k rupees) Explanations were very thorough and enjoyable, his voice carried well but I would've preferred standing in a shaded area instead of the sun during the explanations We got to see a lot of different places, no two the same. I'm impressed that everything went to schedule and that there weren't admin or logistical issues, a great tour guide does a lot
Absolutely incredible experience with a great team driven around excellent service, always with a smile. I will be using them again.
Anyone reading these reviews and seeing the name "Mona' as the tour guide, should have already stopped reading and booked this amazing young man He is incredibly personable, gracious and caring. He is fiercely proud of his country and is a spellbinding storyteller, but his true talent is in his personal consideration of his clients. Planning a trip to India (especially for senior citizens) can be daunting. This trip was a 'bucket list' item for my sister, but she has some mobility issues which concerned me. I expressed this to Mona when I booked. Mona assured us that he would take care of any needs regarding her comfort and safety. We landed in Delhi with plans of meeting Mona at our hotel the following morning for a 6 day journey. To our surprise, Mona was at the airport to greet us. He stated he wanted to make sure my sister felt comfortable and safe before we ventured out the next day. THAT, is a class act!! Mona put together an itinerary based on things we wanted most to see each day, but watched us closely and could sense when we might want to deviate or slow down. I am an avowed "foodie' and Mona was constantly on the lookout for 'quick' stops to try new tidbits. As a former stand up comic, I appreciate a good sense of humor. Mona's laugh was infectious, and he appreciated my 'American humor". He also appreciated our time and was always waiting in the hotel lobby prior to the stated time. He was accompanied by our driver Kamel. Kamel was a wonderful driver (and THAT is a great compliment if you have ever traveled on Indian roads) and was always ready to ensure our safety and comfort. Thank you Mona. Thanks for your amazing knowledge of your beautiful country. Thank you for so many laughs and wonderful restaurant choices. Thank you and Kamel for taking all the extra time to make sure we could appreciate India. I also suggest you run your hotel choices by Mona before booking. He knows his territory and all his suggestions were spot on.
Thoughtful and expert tour guide, amazing destinations, and flexible timing. Fluent in English. Food was very very great! Worth every second.
It was a gorgeous experience! It gave me a glimpse of India - visually, gastronomically, and culturally.
Mona was perfect as a tourguide! The views were great and the service was premium. ✨ We got to experience most of what India's Golden Triangle had to offer, all while being comfortable doing it. Would definitely recommend getting Mona as your international friend if you're visiting India! 🙌
Day 1: Old Delhi Charm Our adventure kicked off with a vibrant exploration of Old Delhi's chaotic markets and historic landmarks like the Red Fort. Mona's extensive knowledge added depth to the experience. Day 2: New Delhi Modernity In New Delhi, we marveled at Humayun's Tomb and the Akshardham temple. The guidance provided was informative and thoughtful. Day 3: The Marvelous Taj Mahal Visiting the Taj Mahal in Agra was undoubtedly the tour's highlight. Mona knew the best views, and his historical knowledge about the Taj's story added an emotional dimension. A landmark with a captivating aurora. Day 4 & 5: Jaipur's Treasures Jaipur's gems, like the majestic Amer Fort and beauties of the pink city, were a treat to explore with Mona as our guide; his passion for the region shone through. Day 6: Journeying Home As our tour concluded we couldn't help but cherish the memories we made throughout the Golden Triangle. Overall, Mona's expertise and well-organized itinerary made this 6-day journey a captivating experience. If you're eager to discover India's Golden Triangle, Mona's tour is a fantastic choice.
We were impressed and very appreciative of the seamlessness of our journey. Everything was taken care of from the start, where we got picked up, to the end. Mona, our guide was an absolute gem of a person. His extensive knowledge of Indian history and storytelling skills were apparent by his well executed summaries which were also concise and full of trivia! We did more in 5 days than what we could do in multiple weeks. There were extreme floods in Delhi a few days ago from the recent monsoon, which in most cases, would have posed a challenge. However, Mona made sure nothing got in the way of our trip, and also, there were a few little surprises along the way - a testament to the detail and preparation he has. We learnt a lot of the local communities and their way of life on our tour, where personal examples were used to better relay information to us. Mona was a fitting ambassador to this beautiful and extremely diverse country, and also a great photographer! Given that we're already planning our next trip, we can't recommend him more!
It was an incredible experience. Mona and his brother were incredible tour guides. Without them I am not sure we would have seen India through the same lens. Because of this Duo it was magical!
I went back to India after 30 years, so naturally was kind of nervous. This travel group with Ashish and Mona was a life saver. They were with us every step of the way and had arranged for amazing activities in Delhi, Jaipur and jaisalmer. Be it the Taj Mahal in Agra, the Bollywood party in Jaipur, a night spent at the desert in jaisalmer. They provided us with top notch service and for that I am forever grateful. Thank you for accommodating us. We were a huge group of people with different personalities but these guys always felt like family. I highly recommend them to anyone that wants to experience India on a fun and deeper level. -Bhardwaj.
Mona was incredible! Helpful, knowledgeable, speaks Spanish and so friendly!! We had an amazing time Thanks to the whole team!! Thanks for everything!
The most amazing experience I’ve ever had traveling abroad. Every activity we did was masterfully planned. Our tour guides Ashish and Mona were so knowledgeable and became like family to all of us. Definitely coming back to India
The sites and country was brought to light by the amazing tour guys. Great knowledge of their country. Made the information informative, current, and fun and easy to listen to. Tide the past in with the current in an effortless cycle.
It was an amazing tour. Mona and his brother are very knowledgeable and they prepared good excursions. I definitely want to go back to India.
This trip was truly a trip of a lifetime (as others have stated). It was in so many ways a sensory overload - the culture, the food, the history, the sights, the travel, the experiences provided by Mona and Ashish. Both are very knowledgeable of all of these and guided us with ease throughout all of our experiences. I felt completely safe in their hands. Each location we visited offered us unique experiences that are embedded forever in my brain. Thank you Mona and Ashish!!
India as presented by Mona and Ashish was fantastic. From their sense of humor and depth of rich India history, to their concern for our safety, they did it right. The golden triangle was out of this world magnificent. We experienced the busy streets of Delhi, was taught Bollywood dancing lessons, walked the Red Fort in Agra, gazed in awe at the Taj Mahal, visited local craft shops (bought a beautiful handmade rug), shopped in the local markets of Jaipur the gemstone city, slept in the open sky of the desert of Jaisalmer, experienced Holi and so much more. Thank you Exclusive India Tours for making it a trip we’ll never forget. We consider you friends!
Mona is a wonderful guide. He is extremely knowledgeable and went out of his way to make sure I had a fantastic experience, with some lovely surprises thrown in! From picking me up in the middle in the night from the airport, right until the end of my time in Dehli and fitting in an extra day for me, he was 150% dedicated to his profession. I booked a Golden Triangle tour with him, and together with the excellent driver, I saw and experienced so much. He took me to a “secret” sundowner spot to view the Taj Mahal, and on the way to Jaipur we stopped at a Stepwell and ancient temple from 700BC. These little extra gems, as well as the planned tour made this a trip a memory I will never forget.
Our experience was the greatest, Ashish and Mona cover all details pertaining to every place we visit their knowledge was a big plus. Thanks for everything you guys did for all of us. 🫶🏻
The trip was amazing. Both of our tour guides, Ashish and Mona were both excellent and very informative with all the areas we visited. There were so many sites beautiful sites we visited. We had an excellent time theought the entire trip. We were provided with great service. One of the best trips I have ever taken.
India is a magical country that will surprise you at every turn and the Golden Triangle is the perfect introduction to it. Mona and Ashish were great tour guides and hosts to their country. The tours with them provide a great experience and their knowledge of the places with visited makes a great difference to help appreciate things more. They were both accommodating and go out of their way to ensure everyone was enjoying the experience to the maximum. I can’t wait to return to see more of this amazing country in the future.
CFTG trip to India was a wonderful experience. All the sites we visited were amazing. All the accommodations were great. The events were well planned. All the decorations, food, music, dances… made this vacation unforgettable. The Bollywood Party was fantastic. Everyone looked beautiful and participated in the fun. The dance group performance of the Dances of India was my favorite show. Thank you CFTG, this was an unforgettable, fun, once in a lifetime experience.
To starters india exceded my expectations, it was amazing and incredible. I’m very please with the whole experience. Mona and Ashish were our tour guides but they were not only our guides they became our friends I will forever cherish this experience. And I can not wait to go back to India and see these two !! Mona, Ashish. You guys are the best !!! Thank you for all the attentions and the caring.
Absolutely the best tour I’ve been on. They are informative, patient, kind, accommodating, and very funny. I will fly the 13 hours from Atlanta to Indian just to do this tour again..
Everything was superb, Mona is just absolutely awesome!. The experience, the Hotels the tours, the knowledge way above my expectations, an experience and memorie to treasure for the rest of my life!. Mona is more than excellent he is just remarkable! Thanks Mona for all you are amazing!
We had the fortunate to tour the Golden Triangle with Exclusive India Tours and it was amazing, a truly enriching experience. Ashish and Mona were superb, knowledgeable, accommodating, very pleasant and very easy to do business with. They made sure we had a wonderful time and that we felt amongst family. Highly recommended. Thank you for a wonderful experience.
What a great experience, Ash and Mona (our tourist guides) were incredible great and made us feel like visiting home. #CFTGIndia #CFTravelGroup #India2023
Nothing better than the taj mahal love it, Tour guy EXCELLENT!! accommodating, fully Spanish and English Language. THEY KNOW THE HISTORY VERY WELL, THEY EXPRESS IN A FRIENDLY WAY
It was wonderful the trip. Excellent service from the guide. Thank you very much. We went to different places, we went to Agra al Taj Mahal a wonderful place, where we knew the story of the person who built it. We were several places from Delhi, a wonderful city.
Excellent experience in knowing part of Delhi’s history, it is advisable to go with comfortable clothes because they are long walks
Excel service from Mona and all the staff who work with him, were always aware of any need from all of us who were on the tour. It must also be said that despite all the changes and needs that emerged during the trip they were always flexible to be able to support us.
One of the most magical places, a lot of history a lot of culture, people are very friendly. At all times I felt safe. They are magical and unique places in the world
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