Our Story

Crafting Unforgettable India Journeys

From an office next to the Taj Mahal to India’s most trusted tour operator – Maharaja Tour is here to make your travel dreams a lifetime memory, since 2016.

Government-Licensed Tour Operator
TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence
Multilingual Guides
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Our Journey

Born in the City of Taj Mahal

The inspiration behind Maharaja Tour was a simple principle: any visitor to India should have not only a trip, but also a transformation. Founded in 2016 by Shobhit Kalra, a native of Agra and a professional tour guide with over 15 years of experience in the tourism industry, the company started off as a boutique guiding service for foreigners visiting the Taj Mahal.

It did not take long. The profound knowledge about Mughal history, warm character, and personal approach gained Shobhit great reviews that made Maharaja Tour grow from a one-person business to one of India’s leading travel operators within less than a decade.

Now our team of over 20 experts in guiding, trip designing, and hospitality works with thousands of travelers annually. Our philosophy stays the same: we treat every traveler as our family member.

Expert-Led Tours

All guides are certified by the government and know the history of India

Global Reach

More than 3000 tourists from 40+ countries every year

Top-Rated

Consistent 4.9/5 rating on Google and TripAdvisor

Family-Owned

No call centers, only warm personalities

Our Purpose

Our Mission: India, Authentically Experienced

Our aim is straightforward – to take you through the true essence of India. It’s not about the picture-perfect India. It’s about the stories, scents, talks, history, and people that make India so unique and incomparable.

We strongly believe in responsible tourism which means being considerate to the local communities, encouraging local artisans and businesses and leaving the monuments in better condition than when we saw them. The three pillars of all Maharaja Tours packages include Expertise, Authenticity, and Care.

"We don't just show you India. We help you feel it — in your bones, in your memories, forever."

— Shobhit Kalra, Founder, Maharaja Tour

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Authenticity

No fake experiences. No tourist scams. Just real India hand-picked by us.

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Excellence

The best possible transport and the finest guides chosen carefully for you.

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Transparency

No surprises in prices. Honest itineraries without any hidden costs.

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Responsibility

Encouraging local communities, adopting green practices, and helping preserve heritage sites.

Our Milestones

Decade of Growing Together

From a single guide in Agra to India’s most reliable tour operator — here’s how we got here.

2016
Maharaja Tour Founded

Rajiv Sharma launches a boutique guide service from Agra with a single focus: the Taj Mahal and Agra Fort. The first 50 international clients leave 5-star reviews.

2018
Golden Triangle Tours Launched

Responding to demand, we extend our offering to the full Delhi–Agra–Jaipur circuit, hiring 8 new certified guides and partnering with premium hotels.

2019
5,000 Travellers Milestone

We celebrate our 2,000th satisfied traveller with a special Taj Mahal sunrise ceremony. Our team grows to 10 guides serving clients from 20 countries.

2020
Resilience Through Pandemic

When the world paused, we used the time to train our guides, refine our itineraries, and develop new protocols for safe post-COVID touring — emerging stronger.

2026
10,000+ Travellers & 10 Years Strong

We celebrate our 10th anniversary with 10,000+ happy travellers, a team of 20+ professionals, and a 4.9-star average rating across all platforms.

Meet the Team

The Passionate People Behind Your Journey

Our guides are not just tour leaders — they are historians, storytellers, and friends who will make India feel like home.

Rajiv Sharma

Founder & Lead Guide

Our guides are not just tour leaders — they are historians, storytellers, and friends who will make India feel like home.
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Hindi
French

Priya Mehta

Head of Operations & Itineraries

With a background in hospitality management, Priya ensures every logistics detail — from airport pickups to hotel check-ins — runs flawlessly for every single guest.
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Hindi
Spanish

Arjun Verma

Senior Heritage Guide – Agra & Jaipur

A government-certified historian specialising in Mughal and Rajput architecture. Arjun brings monuments to life with stories you won’t find in any guidebook.
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German
What We Offer

Comprehensive Travel Services

In addition to tours, we provide you with a full travel service that guarantees a perfect planning of your tour throughout your stay in India.

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Handcrafted Experiences

Itineraries are made in such a way that each itinerary meets the requirements of individual tourists.

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Tripadvisor "Excellent" Rating

4.9/5 rating on reviews from foreign tourists.

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Responsible Tourism Partner

Awarded the Incredible India Responsible Tourism Award for sustainable tourism.

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Extremely Happy Travellers

We have been rated as the tour company with high customer satisfaction and all customers remain with us.

Why Maharaja Tour?

What Makes Us India's Most Trusted Tour Operator

We receive thousands of customers every year — find out how we stand out from all others.

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Government-Certified Expert Guides

All guides of Maharaja Tour are certified by the Ministry of Tourism. We have our own team of archaeologists, historians, and multilingual guides who bring monuments to life.

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Private, Air-Conditioned Transport

No shared buses, no strangers. All tours are carried out exclusively in private late model air-conditioned vehicles with professional drivers. Absolute comfort and flexibility for your needs.

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Transparent, All-Inclusive Pricing

There will be no surprises with prices. The price quoted is the final price you pay. No additional costs, entrance fees, or shopping excursions.

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Fully Insured & Safe

All our tours are fully insured. We provide first aid kit, have 24/7 emergency support and adhere to all safety measures to ensure a peaceful journey for you.

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Flexible & Customisable Itineraries

Any specific requirements? Want to spend more time at some place? Start early? Everything is possible with us as we plan the tour according to your needs.

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24/7 Real-Person Support

No robots or call centers here. As soon as you make the inquiry till you leave your last hotel, a member of our team is always there for you.

Plan Your Journey

Your Dream India Trip Begins with a Single Step

From one day to ten days, from a budget tour to luxury – Maharaja Tours will design a memorable India trip for you.

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