An amazing tour organised by the brilliant Sonia. Our driver Rampal was incredible at driving for long distances on busy roads and was like an extra tour guide, he looked after us very well throughout the tour. It was so enjoyable to see so many different places in what felt like a very personalised experience.
Highlights were seeing 6 tigers in one day in Ranthambore and the beautiful cities of Jaipur, Jaisalmer and Jodhpur.
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Dear Guest,
Thank you for sharing your wonderful feedback. I am delighted to know that your tour felt truly personalized and that Mr. Rampal’s care, safe driving, and thoughtful guidance made such a difference throughout your journey. His dedication to looking after guests is something I value deeply.
It brings me joy that you enjoyed exploring the diverse beauty of Jaipur, Jaisalmer, and Jodhpur, and that Ranthambore gifted you the unforgettable experience of seeing six tigers in a single day — a truly rare highlight!
Your appreciation inspires me to continue creating seamless, memorable journeys tailored to each guest’s wishes. I am grateful you entrusted Joyful Holidays with your travels in India.
With gratitude,
Sonia Handa
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davomojo
December 6, 2025 · via Tripadvisor
Well organised and comfortable private your of Rajasthan
We asked Joyful Holidays if they could change the itinerary to add some places we wished to visit. Emails were answered promptly and we quickly had our own itinerary arranged.
Our driver Suresh was professional, very friendly and a competent driver. The car was washed daily and was always immaculate.
We had asked for 3 star heritage/haveli style accommodation and all these requests were met. We stayed in some lovely places.
Ms Sonia met with us at the beginning of our tour and checked in regularly to check that all was well.
It was lovely travelling in such a comfortable vehicle and there was plenty of room for our luggage.
A lovely touch Was water and snacks on a tray for the journey. Suresh provided us with a basket of snacks so we always had water and food available which was much appreciated.
Our guides at each destination were knowledgeable and friendly.
I would thoroughly recommend Joyful Holidays to anyone.
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Dear Guest,
Thank you for sharing your wonderful experience with Joyful Holidays. I am delighted to know that your personalized itinerary was arranged smoothly and that our prompt communication gave you confidence throughout the planning.
Your kind words about Mr. Suresh mean a great deal. His professionalism, spotless car, and thoughtful touches — from daily care of the vehicle to providing water and snacks — reflect the dedication we want every guest to feel. I am glad his presence made your journey comfortable and enjoyable.
I am equally grateful for your appreciation of our heritage accommodations and knowledgeable guides, which together brought both authenticity and insight to your travels. It was a pleasure meeting you at the start of your tour and staying in touch to ensure everything was going well.
Your recommendation inspires me greatly, and I am honored you entrusted Joyful Holidays with your journey through India.
With gratitude,
Sonia Handa
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jan d
January 19, 2025 · via Tripadvisor
Joyful Holidays
Joyful Holidays - it’s the way to go. Wonderful first visit to India. So much history with beautiful marble temples, old forts and palaces. Thanks to Joyful for accommodating our special requests, to see the Marwari horses, a leopard safari and to stay at the exquisite rural estate, Korta Escape.
We were pampered by our private driver, Ram Pul and the numerous city tour guides. Thanks to Sonia and Joyful Holidays for this wonderful tour.
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Dear Guest,
Thank you so much for your beautiful words—we’re absolutely delighted that your first visit to India was filled with such wonder, history, and meaningful moments.
It was our pleasure to craft a journey that blended majestic marble temples, ancient forts, and palaces with your special requests like the Marwari horses, leopard safari, and that unforgettable stay at Korta Escape. There’s something truly magical about exploring India’s rural heartlands, and we’re so glad it resonated with you.
Ram Pul and our city guides will be thrilled to know their care and dedication helped make your experience feel seamless and pampered—we couldn’t be prouder of our team.
Your kind words and encouragement mean the world to us. We’d be honored to welcome you back to explore even more of India’s treasures one day!
Warmest regards, Sonia Handa, Founder, Joyful Holidays
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lindadR5813CS
January 19, 2025 · via Tripadvisor
A wonderful way to experience Northern India!
Sonia organized a wonderful tour for us - no detail was missed, and our special itinerary requests were seamlessly accommodated.
Hotels were all lovely, and we managed to see all the major attractions in the cities we visited. We had a wonderful driver in Rampal, a pleasant, warm and friendly soul who was just as eager to learn about our way of life as he was to share his country.
Highlights for me were Korta Escape, Ranakpur Jain Temple, the opulent palaces and the safaris in Ranthambore and Jawai (seeing a leopard was amazing). Oh, and the food too!
When weather impacted our flight to Varanasi, new arrangements were made with virtually no impact on us - we did t have to worry about a thing. Sonia checked in with us regularly to ensure we were happy and all was going well.
I would highly recommend a private tour with Joyful Holidays - it was a truly special way to experience Northern India.
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Dear Guest,
Thank you so much for your beautifully written review—it’s an absolute joy to read, and we feel truly honored to have played a part in your journey through Northern India.
It’s wonderful to know that every detail—from your special requests to the handpicked hotels—came together seamlessly. Rampal will be so touched by your kind words; his openness and warmth make him such a valued part of our team, and we’re thrilled he helped make your journey feel so personal and connected.
Your highlights—Korta Escape, Ranakpur Jain Temple, the majestic palaces, and of course spotting a leopard on safari—sound magical. I’m especially glad we were able to adjust your plans during the weather delay to Varanasi smoothly; ensuring you could relax and enjoy every moment is exactly what we strive for.
Thank you again for your generous recommendation. We’d be delighted to welcome you back anytime for more discoveries—and flavors—across India.
With warmest regards, Sonia Handa, Founder, Joyful Holidays
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barbaradS6909KI
January 19, 2025 · via Tripadvisor
Perfect tour organized by Joyful Holidays
Joyful Holidays did an amazing job organizing our tour of northern India. Sonia accommodated our special requests into the itinerary and the trip went perfectly with no problems. Accommodations were great as were the day tour guides in each city. And a special mention of our driver Rampal who was a joy to travel with. Highlights were Udaipur, Korta (if you are interested in a country experience), the amazing temples and forts/palaces we saw. And of course the safaris. We have a much better understanding of life in India and gained much knowledge about the history, culture and religions of these amazing people.
I highly recommend Joyful Holidays for organizing your tour. Every aspect of the trip is looked after. And as a bonus we are supporting female entrepreneurs in the tourism industry.
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Dear Guest,
Thank you so much for your glowing review—it fills us with gratitude and joy to hear how much you enjoyed your journey through Northern India!
It was an absolute pleasure customizing the itinerary for you, and I’m thrilled everything unfolded perfectly. Your highlights—from the charm of Udaipur and the serenity of Kota to the stunning temples, palaces, and unforgettable safaris—reflect the heart of what we love to share with travelers.
Rampal will be so touched by your lovely words—his warm spirit and dependable care leave a lasting impression, and we’re grateful he helped make your tour so memorable.
We're especially proud to know that your experience deepened your understanding of India’s vibrant cultures, religions, and daily life. And thank you for recognizing the importance of supporting women in tourism—it means a great deal to us.
We’d be honored to welcome you back for more discoveries in the future!
Warmest regards, Sonia Handa Founder, Joyful Holidays
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Igor U
September 1, 2023 · via Tripadvisor
Golden service during Golden Triangle Tour
We did the famous Golden Triangle : Delhi-Agra-Jaipur. Excellent tour! Very well organised by Joyful Holidays founder Ms Sonia Handa. Real 5 star service. Everything in time. Clean air-conditioned comfortable car and good hotels in every city. We were accompanied by the professional guides everywhere. Special thanks to our driver Mr. Gulab who is the safest driver in India and very nice person always ready to help. We also want to mention our super knowledgeable Delhi guide Mr Vivek Kumar who apart from usual city landmarks took us through local market and arranged street food tasting. Big credit to Ms Sonia who carefully selected wonderful people to create great team. We are highly recommending Joyful Holidays for everyone who is looking for quality personalised tour in and around Delhi.
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Thank you for sharing your wonderful experience with us! We're thrilled to hear that your Golden Triangle tour was excellently organized and lived up to a real 5-star service. It's fantastic to know that the comfortable car, good hotels, and professional guides enhanced your journey. Special thanks to Mr. Gulab for ensuring your safety and comfort, and to Mr. Vivek Kumar for his knowledgeable and unique tour experience. Your high recommendation and kind words mean a lot to us. We look forward to welcoming you back for more unforgettable adventures!
Warm regards, The Team at Joyful Holidays
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gwolfson
March 3, 2023 · via Tripadvisor
Amazing trip through India from a fabulous female-owned company
Sonia couldn’t have planned a better trip for my sister and I. We spent two weeks traveling through Rajasthan, Delhi, and Agra. Highlights included a desert camp in Jaisalmer, a visit to an elephant sanctuary near Jaipur, walking through the spice market in Delhi, and experiencing Pushkar at sunset. We felt so safe, had really knowledgeable drivers, and guides. And especially loved when we got to try local street food.
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Hi,
Thank you for taking the time for the wonderful review. We as a team are so glad to hear that we were able to make your experience with us memorable and that you enjoyed all of the tour planning. When the tour begins, Our team is on the toes to make sure the tour goes well, and keep communicating with our “Valued Guests” 24*7 to help out with the slightest issue our guests might face.
I will pass on your compliments about our services to the Team. We are quite passionate about our work! We hope that in future visits we’ll have an opportunity to serve you, your family, & your friends once again.
Kind Regards
Sonia Handa
+91-9971917676
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Leigh W
March 3, 2023 · via Tripadvisor
Wonderful!
This was such a wonderful experience! This was our first time in India and it was absolutely amazing. We were so thrilled to find a women-led tour company who knew the areas of Delhi, Agra and Rajasthan so well. We felt so safe and had wonderful guides and drivers all along the way. Highly recommend to anyone looking for a private tour group!
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Thank you for your review and feedback. I am thrilled that you had a great trip in India with Tour Guides and drivers. It sounds like you had a lot of fun and adventure with your friends, and saw some of the most amazing sights in India.
Thank you again for choosing us for your travel needs. We appreciate your trust and recommendation.
We hope to see you again soon in India. If you need any further information or assistance for your next trip to India, please feel free to contact me. I will be happy to help you.
Thanks & Regards,
Ms Sonia
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MichaelHagues
November 14, 2022 · via Tripadvisor
Tour of Northern India
Ranthambore safari with great views and ability to view Tigers in the wild. Enjoyed our educational experiences touring Mughal palaces.
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Dear Mam,
First of all, I would like to thank you for taking out time to write an esteemed review for us. When the tour begins, Our team is on the toes to make sure the tour goes well, and keep communicating with our “Valued Guests” 24*7 to help out with the slightest issue my guests might face. It is delightful for us to know that you enjoyed the tour. Thank you so much for letting us know about our Tour Guide's proficiency and expertise in his knowledge. Looking forward to serving you again.
Kind Regards
Sonia Handa
+91-9971917676
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G8366KRdaniell
August 27, 2022 · via Tripadvisor
Amazing experience in India with Joyful Holidays
We did an 11-day tour around Rajasthan and it was amazing. The whole trip was very well planned and organised, plus, Sonia, the organiser of the tour, was constantly ensuring everything went well. We saw some great monuments, temples and forts. The best thing about the trip was the safari in Ranthambore where we even managed to see some tigers. We travelled in a nice car, with a nice driver, with cold water and wifi. I would totally recommend this trip to anyone planning to visit the north of India!!
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Dear Daniel sir,
We thank you for putting up this wonderful review for our company. It is great contentment for us to serve the guests like you. On this 11-day Rajasthan Tour with Ranthambore, Jodhpur, and Udaipur; we were connected 24*7 via wifi which we had provided in the car.
This helped us reach you every day in order to get your daily feedback on the hotels, guides, driver, and car; and also in case, you needed changes on a few things, that were immediately looked after. Our clients are like family to us who comes to us from far afield.
We would love to serve you, your family, and your friends again to show you our beautiful Incredible country.
Regards,
Ms. Sonia
Senior Travel Expert
