What our guests say

“We visited Toronto and Niagara on a five-day extension to a business trip. Globalduniya Canada arranged everything within 48 hours of our enquiry — hotel, guide, Niagara transport and Maid of the Mist tickets. The organisation was impressive given the short notice. Our guide was excellent — knowledgeable, punctual and adaptable to our schedule which changed slightly on day two. Niagara Falls is as extraordinary as its reputation suggests. Toronto's restaurant scene is world-class. A very successful short Canada introduction.”

“The Shore Temple at Mahabalipuram at dawn — the 7th-century Pallava temple on the Bay of Bengal, waves breaking 50 metres from the carved mandapas, with pelicans and cormorants on the rocks and the first light touching the Dravidian tower — is one of the most beautiful heritage experiences we have had anywhere. Our guide arranged access before the site opened and we had it entirely to ourselves for 45 minutes. Thanjavur's Brihadisvara was equally extraordinary — the engineering of the 1,000-year-old vimana tower, built without mortar and still perfectly aligned, is a genuine archaeological mystery. Highly recommend for serious heritage travellers.”

“The Thanjavur Art Gallery's collection of Chola-period bronzes — Nataraja, Parvati, Ardhanarishvara — ranks among the world's great collections of devotional sculpture. When we visited on a Tuesday morning, we were the only international visitors in the gallery. In Paris or London, this collection would draw thousands daily. In Thanjavur, our guide had the gallery curator to himself for a forty-minute private conversation about the lost-wax casting technique. South India's extraordinary heritage and relatively low international visitor numbers is one of travel's great open secrets. Globalduniya clearly knows it.”

“We have done independent travel in Asia for years but tried a guided itinerary with Globalduniya for India on a friend's recommendation. The difference a good operator makes is significant. Our vehicle and driver Ramesh were always on time, always comfortable, and our guides in each city were clearly selected for knowledge rather than just language ability. The Taj remains one of the world's great sights — the approach through the Great Gate as the mausoleum appears in the archway is theatrical in the best sense. Jaipur's bazaars and the City Palace were highlights. Very well organised at a fair price.”

“We knew India primarily through Mughal history — the Taj, the forts, the Mughals. South India's Chola, Pallava, Vijayanagara and Nayak periods are equally sophisticated civilisations of which we knew almost nothing before this trip. Our guide Kumar's ability to map these dynasties, their artistic programmes and their cultural legacies over eleven days was exceptional — genuinely educational in the best sense. The Ranganathaswamy Temple at Srirangam — the largest functioning temple in the world at 156 acres — was a final overwhelming experience we had not expected.”

“Our guide arranged late evening access to Madurai's Meenakshi Temple for the midnight procession ceremony — the deity carried in procession to the inner sanctum accompanied by musicians. The temple at midnight, lit by oil lamps and filled with incense and the sound of Carnatic music, with hundreds of worshippers rather than tourists, is as intense and beautiful as anything we have experienced in a lifetime of travel. Tamil Nadu's living temple culture is not a heritage attraction — it is a functioning civilisation. Globalduniya understood what we wanted from South India and delivered it completely.”

“We saw a tigress with her cub at Ranthambore on our very first morning game drive — before breakfast, before the full heat of the day, the jungle still mist-covered. The combination of that wildlife experience with the Mughal grandeur of the Taj and the Rajput heritage of Jaipur and Agra's fort in one ten-day itinerary is the perfect India introduction for nature and heritage lovers alike. Our guide adjusted the itinerary to add a second game drive at Ranthambore when conditions were good. The flexibility that private guiding provides is essential for wildlife travel.”

“Ranthambore's tigers against the backdrop of the 10th-century Ranthambore Fort ruins — tigers climbing through ancient gates and sleeping on Mughal battlements — is a uniquely Indian scene. You will not find tigers and medieval architecture in the same frame anywhere else on earth. We had four tiger sightings across three game drives, including a stunning male tiger walking directly toward our jeep. The Taj Mahal at sunset — a different experience from dawn, more golden in colour — was equally extraordinary. A masterfully conceived itinerary.”

“We had dreamed of seeing a tiger in the wild for thirty years and Globalduniya delivered beyond anything we imagined. Bandhavgarh produced three separate sightings in two days — including a tigress with her two cubs crossing the track directly in front of our jeep at dawn. Our naturalist guide Vikram's knowledge of individual tiger territories made all the difference. Kanha was equally rewarding for its hard-ground barasingha deer and leopard. The jeep was ours alone for all six drives, which meant we could wait as long as needed at sightings. Accommodation at Singinawa Jungle Lodge in Kanha and Kings Lodge in Bandhavgarh was superb — excellent food after long days in the jungle.”

“As an Indian living in London, I had seen Indian wildlife only in documentaries. This trip changed everything. The density of wildlife in these reserves — particularly Bandhavgarh — is breathtaking. Our naturalist Rajesh spent two hours explaining the history of a particular tigress's territory and her lineage going back three generations of tigers. The depth of knowledge was remarkable. The lodges were excellent and the food — particularly at Kanha — was some of the best thali I have had anywhere. A trip every India-lover should prioritise.”

“Bandhavgarh's core zone at 6 am with mist over the valley and a tiger calling in the distance is an experience that stays with you. We saw tigers on four of our six game drives — an outstanding ratio. The lodges provided excellent food and the guides explained animal behaviour in real depth rather than just pointing and moving on. Kanha's landscape is different and equally beautiful — open meadows rather than Bandhavgarh's ridge and sal forest. Both parks rewarded patience and we were never rushed. Excellent value for the quality of experience.”

“We have done safaris in Africa but central India offers something completely different — smaller vehicles, fewer tourists per zone, and a more intimate experience. The biodiversity is astonishing: in five days we photographed tigers, leopards, wild dogs, gaur, sambar, spotted deer, Indian rollers and multiple raptor species. Our guide at Kanha was particularly strong on birds, which was a bonus for my wife who photographs wildlife. Transfer between parks by road was comfortable and our driver Suresh was excellent company. Globalduniya's organisation throughout was flawless.”

“I was nervous about travelling solo to central India but Globalduniya looked after every single detail. Transfers were punctual, all lodges had been briefed on my dietary needs, and my local guide Arvind accompanied me through every step. The wildlife exceeded my expectations — five tiger sightings across Kanha and Bandhavgarh, along with wild dogs (dholes), a sloth bear with cubs, and more species of bird than I could count. The standard of the lodges was genuinely high — not glamping but proper wilderness luxury with excellent food. I would return for Pench next time.”

“I had wanted to visit India for ten years but was intimidated by the idea of planning it independently. Globalduniya's Golden Triangle Classic was the ideal solution — structured enough to feel safe, but with enough free time to explore independently. Delhi's Chandni Chowk market visit with a local guide was a highlight I would never have managed alone. The Taj at sunrise is not a cliché — it genuinely is the most beautiful building I have seen. Jaipur's pink streets and the rooftop dinner overlooking the Hawa Mahal was a perfect final evening. I will be booking again for South India.”

“We only had six days in India and were worried it would feel rushed. Globalduniya paced it perfectly — the driving distances between cities are manageable and the guides made every hour count. Agra's Agra Fort is often overlooked beside the Taj but it is a genuinely impressive site in its own right and our guide spent a full hour explaining the Mughal lineage from the ramparts. The hotels were all well-located and comfortable. Our driver Sanjay drove safely and smoothly across all three cities. Highly recommend for a short but immersive India experience.”

“We have done more adventurous India itineraries over the years but returned to the Golden Triangle for a short visit with family. Globalduniya handled a group of seven across three generations — from our 8-year-old grandson to my 72-year-old mother — with complete professionalism. The vehicles were appropriate, the pacing was adjusted for the children, and the guides tailored their commentary for mixed ages. Even a fourth visit to the Taj Mahal produces wonder. The organisation was flawless.”

“We chose the luxury version of the Golden Triangle specifically for the Oberoi properties and they surpassed every expectation. The Oberoi Amarvilas in Agra — where every room looks directly at the Taj Mahal — is simply extraordinary. Waking at dawn to that view from bed is an experience money can provide and we are not embarrassed to say so. The Oberoi Rajvilas in Jaipur was equally exceptional. The private guide allocated to us for the full eight days, Ashish, was one of the finest we have encountered in twenty years of international travel. His knowledge of Mughal art, architecture and history was encyclopaedic.”

“India was not the obvious honeymoon destination but we wanted something memorable rather than the standard beach resort, and Globalduniya delivered a genuinely magical ten days. The Rambagh Palace in Jaipur is one of the world's most romantic hotels — a former royal hunting lodge turned Taj property with impeccable gardens and superlative food. The Taj Mahal sunrise visit with just our guide was timed to perfection. Every hotel had been briefed for our honeymoon — flower petals on the bed, a bottle of champagne on arrival, and consistently warm and personal service. Thank you for making it so special.”

“We have done India twice before with group tours. This was our first private luxury itinerary and the difference is absolute. A private guide who learns your preferences on day one and adapts each subsequent day accordingly; a vehicle that waits exactly where you need it; restaurants pre-booked at the right time. The Leela Palace in New Delhi and the Oberoi Amarvilas were both at the top of their category. The photography opportunities at golden hour at the Qutb Minar, the Taj at both sunrise and sunset, and the Amber Fort ramparts were handled expertly — our guide positioned us at exactly the right moment.”

“As Indians who grew up visiting these cities on family holidays, we wondered whether a luxury guided version would add anything. It added everything. Our guide Dinesh showed us aspects of the Taj Mahal — the inlay work, the calligraphy, the optical illusions built into the architecture — that we had never noticed in ten previous visits. The Oberoi properties elevated the experience beyond comparison. A wonderful and very different way to see our own country's treasures.”