9-Day India: Holi, Tigers & Beyond the Golden Triangle

ABOUT ME Hi! I'm Senica, the person behind Pathforward Travel. I've spent years traveling independently, living abroad, and planning trips for myself, friends, and family. Somewhere along the way, I realized I love building itineraries just as much as I love traveling. I enjoy finding that sweet spot between maximizing experiences and keeping trips practical, safe, and good value. Whether it's researching transportation, discovering lesser-known places, or optimizing routes, I genuinely enjoy the planning process. My travel style combines iconic highlights with authentic local experiences, great food, nature, and cultural immersion. I believe travel is about more than checking places off a list—it's about understanding a destination and making memories you'll still be talking about years later. If you enjoy curious conversations, spontaneous laughs, and making the absolute most of your annual leave, we'll probably travel well together.

ACCOMMODATION SETUP Accommodation throughout the trip will be a mix of comfortable budget hotels, guesthouses, and hostel-style accommodation, depending on the destination. Most stays will be based on twin sharing, with two TripMates sharing a room with separate beds. In Agra, although the property is hostel-style, we’ll be staying in private rooms reserved for our group rather than shared public dormitories. Room arrangements will be finalized once the group composition is confirmed. Some stays include breakfast or another meal, while at others meals can be purchased onsite or nearby. Please refer to the itinerary for the meals included on each day. The properties have been selected with cleanliness, good reviews, practical locations, and value in mind rather than luxury. Since this is a fast-paced trip with several early starts and changes of location, our accommodation will mainly serve as a comfortable base between full days of exploring. If you have any questions about the accommodation or room setup, feel free to reach out. Once participants are confirmed, we’ll also have a private group where we can coordinate rooming, arrivals, and other trip details.