Agra
Agra is a medieval city situated on the banks of the river Yamuna. in the northern state of Uttar Pradesh. It is generally accepted that Sultan Sikandar Lod?, the Ruler of the Delhi Sultanate founded it in the year 1504. It achieved fame as the capital of the Mughal emperors from 1526 to 1658 and remains a major tourist destination because of its many splendid Mughal-era buildings, most notably the T?j Mahal, Agra Fort and Fatehp?r Sikr?, all three of which are UNESCO World Heritage Sites. A major tourist destination, Agra is best visited in the months of October, November, February and March.

Bundi
Bundi is Rajasthan’s best-kept secret, where time appears to have stood still. with a palace described by Kipling as appearing to be "the work of goblins rather than of men". Bundi is an unexplored and relatively undiscovered destination with a palace described by Kipling as appearing to be "the work of goblins rather than of men”. The palaces and fort have a fairy tale quality about them and help form a picturesque location that has remained isolated with an atmosphere and hospitality rarely found these days in Rajasthan. This, together with the scarcity of cars and motorbikes on its streets, makes this ancient town still a pleasure to wander around. Bundi is also famous for its ‘Baoris’, beautifully decorated terraced stone step wells, which were once used to store the rainwater for the long dry season.

Bandhavgarh National Park
Set amidst the Vindhyan ranges and the eastern flank of the Satpura hills, Bandhavgarh National Park is one of the best places to view wildlife in India. It has a relatively high density of Tigers in addition to Deer, Langur monkeys, Sloth Bear and a host of bird life. The park has a huge sandstone cliff in the centre, surrounded by forests of leafy Sal and Bamboo that provide cover and food for the inhabitants.

Darjeeling
During the British Raj in India, Darjeeling's temperate climate led to its development as a hill station (hill town) for British residents to escape the heat of the plains during the summers. It is located in the Shiwalik Hills, part of the lower range of the Himalayas, at an average elevation of 6,982 ft. Nestled among the rolling mountains and fondly called ’queen of the hills’,Darjeeling provides a perfect gateway for those seeking to be in harmony with nature. Offering breathtaking panoramic views of snow-capped mountains, Darjeeling is a quaint town, alluring with its tiny waterfalls, little villages on the mountain slopes and a place where a century old miniature train still chugs uphill vying for space with Landrovers

Delhi
Delhi is the second-largest metropolis in India. Located on the banks of the River Yamuna, It is the site of many ancient and medieval monuments, archaeological sites and remains. In 1911, Delhi was declared the capital of British India and a new political and administrative capital was designed by a team of British architects led by Edwin Lutyens to house the government buildings. New Delh was officially declared the capital of the republic after independence on 15 August, 1947. With many interesting museums and art galleries besides monuments constructed by the Mughal dynasty, such as Humayun’s Tomb, Red Fort and the Qutab Minar, there is plenty to explore. Delhi is also a shopper’s paradise, being one big emporium for all of India’s handicrafts, and home to some of the best contemporary designers India has to offer. This energetic city now has good dining and nightlife options to complement its considerable historical and architectural interest.

Gangtok
Situated at an altitude of 1750m, Gangtok became the state capital of Sikkim in the mid 19th century and has undergone rapid development since then. The downtown area is dominated by government buildings decorated with traditional Buddhist symbols. Gangtok is also a base for people traveling to North Sikkim. Surrounded by monasteries and expanses of orchids, Gangtok is truly a traveler’s delight.

Jodhpur
Jodhpur - once the capital of the former princely state of Marwar is today the second largest city of Rajasthan. Founded in 1459 AD by the Suryavanshi Rao Jodha, Jodhpur gradually grew around the towering Mehrangarh Fort built as a stronghold on the advice of a sage. The pride and joy of Jodhpur - the temples, monuments and gardens depict multi - faceted grandeur. The city was situated on the ancient silk - route that linked Central Asia to northern India, as a result of which Jodhpur became a major trading centre and is still the leading trade centre for cattle, camels, wood, salt and agricultural crops. The beauty and imagination that have gone into the making of this exquisite city proclaim the life - springs of creative genius that appear incongruent with the harshness of this land and its climate.

Jaipur
Surrounded by mighty Rajasthani forts and the rugged Aravalli Hills, Jaipur is one of the most enticing places in India and is the capital of the state of Rajasthan. Every aspect of this majestic city, known as ‘the pink city’ due to the predominant colour of its old houses, was meticulously planned. The width of the streets, pavements, height of buildings and the division of blocks are all based on ancient concepts of geometric harmony and sound environmental and climatic considerations. Founded in 1727 by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh, it is steeped in colourful and romantic Rajput history.

Kalimpong
Kalimpong is a quiet hill resort and a haven for retired people. Located on a ridge overlooking the River Teesta, Kalimpong is a tourist destination with a temperate climate and renowned for its horticulture. The town has a flower market notable for its wide array of orchids and its nurseries which export Himalayan grown flower bulbs, Tubers and Rhizomes and contribute to the economy of Kalimpong. At an altitude of 1250m, Kalimpong’s location is ideal for a pleasant, relaxed getaway.

Kaziranga National Park
Located in the heart of Assam on the banks of the majestic Brahmaputra river, and a World Heritage Site, Kaziranga is a vast expanse of tall elephant grass, marshland, and dense tropical moist broadleaf forests, crisscrossed by four major rivers, including the Brahmaputra, and the park includes numerous small bodies of water. It is inhabited by the world's largest population of One-Horned Rhinoceroses, as well as many mammals, including Tigers, Elephants, Panthers and Bears, and thousands of birds.

Kolkata
This city is over 300 years old and has a fairy tale beginning. Kolkata owes its origin to the British merchant Job Charnock. During the British Raj, Kolkata was known as the ‘Jewel of the East’, and was the capital of the country until 1911. Today, you can see elegant but crumbling relics of the Raj, covered in moss and mildew. It is still the creative capital of India, producing fine art, music and drama and attracts the best performers and their fans.

Mumbai
The western state of Maharashtra is home to Bombay, India's greatest port, financial capital and trend-setting east-west nexus. Perched on the Arabian Sea on an island and separated from the rest of India by a winding creek, Bombay, now known as Mumbai, is a world unto itself, with a unique intensity that hits you the moment you land. Its culture is contemporary and vibrant and reflects both the affluence and poverty of more than 15 million people crowded onto this island. Restaurants, bars, museums and shops intermingle with shining new skyscrapers, congested streets, bright neon lights, and the glamorous film industry of Bollywood.

Pench National Park
Project Tiger’s Pench National Park/Tiger Reserve is on the border between the states Madhya Pradesh and Maharashtra and has been known through the ages for its rich flora and fauna. Most famous for being the land of Kipling, the park is actually named after the river that flows nearby. Pench was declared a Wildlife Sanctuary in 1983 and the total land area dedicated to the protection of the Pench Tiger Reserve and its thrilling wildlife species amounts to 758 sq kms. The undulating terrain is covered with a mixed deciduous forest of Sal, Teak and Mahua. It is a popular park amongst birders.

Kanha Tiger Reserve
Kanha Tiger Reserve, is primarily a Sal, Bamboo and mixed deciduous jungle cover of 1,954 sq. km, and situated amongst the plateaus and valleys of the beautiful, Maikal Hills in Central India. The park is today lauded as one of India’s premier Tiger Reserves, with an official number of 129 majestic Tigers under its protection. It is also the only place on earth where the Hard Ground Swamp Deer, or Barasingha – now numbering 450, can be found having survived extinction from its earlier figure of just 66 animals. Other mammals observed at Kanha include Leopard, Gaur, Dhole, Sloth Bear, Chausingha, Nilgai, Pangolin and, Flying Squirrels and many more. Reptiles and amphibians are found in abundance, and a record of almost 300 bird species.

Khajuraho
The small sleepy town of Khajuraho was once the religious capital of the mighty Chandela dynasty, which built 85 magnificent temples here and decorated them with intricate and lively erotic sculptures drawing inspiration from and illustrating concepts from the Kama Sutra, an ancient Indian text on love. Only twenty two of these highly erotic sandstone temples remain, though they are well preserved and showcase a prolific period of Hindu temple sculpture though the importance of eroticism in these temples is still a mystery.

Orcha
Orcha was once the capital of the Bundela kingdom. Like something straight out of an Indiana Jones film, this sleepy village has much to show of its glorious past. Huge crumbling temples and palaces rise out of the surrounding jungle, overlooking the undulating hills and the wide boulder-strewn Betwa River.

Puri
Puri is one of the oldest cities in the eastern part of the country, considered a holy place of pilgrimage in India and gateway to famous Sun temple (from Puri 36 km.) at Konark. It is situated on the coast of the Bay of Bengal and is a popular beach resort, positioned in a unique place where both sunset and sunrise can be viewed from the beach. It is possible to walk along the beach from Puri all the way to Konark

Ranathambore Wildlife Sanctuary
The Park is one of the prime examples of Project Tiger's conservation efforts in Rajasthan. It extends over an area of 392 sq kms of thick forests and abounds in scenic beauty, requisite refuge for both carnivores and herbivores. The numerous valleys and flat hilltops form picturesque surroundings of the 13th century historical Ranthambore Fort. The Tiger is the main predator found in this reserve. Hyena and Jackal are the scavengers; Sloth Bear and Wild Boar are the main carnivores. The main herbivores found in this park are Spotted Deer, Sambar, “Nilgai” (Blue Bull) Antelope, “Chinkara” (Indian gazelle) and the common Langur.

Udaipur
Set amongst rolling hills, with its shimmering lakes, beautiful views and large open spaces, Udaipur is considered by many as the most beautiful and romantic city in Rajasthan. Founded in 1567 by Maharana Udai Singh, it is surprisingly quiet and traffic-free. It has the atmosphere of a small town, with winding alleyways and tree-lined streets leading to the impressive City Palace, which overlooks the legendary “floating” Lake Palace. Udaipur is also one of Rajasthan’s great centers of contemporary art and miniature paintings.

Varanasi
Varanasi also commonly known as Benares is a city situated on the western bank of the River Ganga (Ganges) in the state of Uttar Pradesh, regarded as holy by Hindus, Buddhists, Jains, and Senthoo. It is one of the oldest continually inhabited cities in the world. The culture of Varanasi is closely associated with the River Ganges and the river's religious importance. The city has been a cultural and religious centre in northern India for several thousand years. American writer Mark Twain wrote: "Benares is older than history, older than tradition, older even than legend, and looks twice as old as all of them put together."