Just back from the Golden triangle - Rajasthan, out of Delhi. Greaves Travel put the most fantastic 11 day trip together for us. "WOW" was the word that came out of our mouths frequently - so many things we saw were amazing. Their guides have been doing this and know people on the street or in the hotels in most places we went. They made us feel safe and develop a love for the country, culture, religion, people and food. I went with 7 friends, we had a guide, driver, and assistant the entire time. The vehicle was new, always spotless which allowed the scenery to pop as we did a lot of driving. Our driver was our hero and amazed us constantly. We always had water, or whatever we wanted to drink on the bus. The smallest detail, like where to find a toilet was never an issue, as our guide was so knowledgeable. There were things we added to our trip on the fly like a bicycle rickshaw in Old Delhi, which was a highlight. I will use Greaves travel in the future and hope you are able to do the same. read more

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My wife, Laura Gable, a luxury travel advisor, has visited prime destinations all over the world. She had been to India twice before and had an opportunity to join a group with Greaves Travel, a tour operator and destination management company she had used in the past. It would be my first visit there and became one of the finest tours I've enjoyed anywhere, with a comprehensive itinerary, skilled guides, well-orchestrated arrangements, and variety of experiences during visits to five cities. Instant impression: a mystical country. Wonderful people of faith. Hindu, Muslim, Sikh. Interesting to learn more from our knowledgeable Greaves guides about the faiths, histories of the comings and goings of the princes and different invaders from Afghanistan, Iran and elsewhere. The itinerary enabled us to marvel at the many contrasts, from utter chaos in the streets with scooters, cyclos, trucks, cars forging ahead, horns honking, to the serenity of the temples, mosques and parks, and the best hotels in the world. Visited different temples. Famous tombs and mosques. Taj Mahal is magnificent. Impressive major cities. Mumbai, Udaipur, Jaipur, New Delhi. The latter is inspiring as a capital, with wide avenues, a mall near the governmental offices like Washington DC, traffic like NYC or Tokyo during rush hour. Booming tech center in a neighboring state near the airport; call center headquarters for companies from all over the world. Had meals in a family home, on an island with a prince, in a UNESCO recognized restored boutique hotel tucked on a side street away from the cacophony of Old Delhi thoroughfares and street merchants. From six to ten dishes to try at most meals, with varying degrees of spiciness. Found exceptional values in jewelry and custom-made clothes in Jaipur. And enjoyed a three-star Chinese restaurant in New Delhi. Rode a camel at one hotel. Invited to join an engagement party at another, with Laura and a few others being coaxed onto the stage with the prospective bride and groom. Indians wanted us to join their events and to pose with members of our group. This happened wherever we went. Now sorting through an incredible array of memorable photos of monuments, street scenes, rickshaw rides, dinners at lakeside in a five-star Oberoi hotel, the hand laundry phenomenon in Mumbai (Dhobi Ghat, with row upon row of concrete wash pens) and more. Two favorites: morning at the Taj Mahal during a sunrise visit to beat the crowds and watch the lighting change on the dome; and a lively street scene in New Delhi. Highly recommended using Greaves for anyone wanting to go beyond the ordinary and expand their cultural, social, artistic, gastronomic and spiritual horizons in this amazing country of 1.3 billion. read more

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We used Greaves for a bespoke 2 week trip to India for my wife (52 yo) and me (60 yo). We could not have been more pleased with every part of this journey that Greaves planned for us. The itinerary and logistics were perfect, and we felt the presence and oversight from Greaves at every stage of the trip. We were very grateful for their excellent customer service and dedication to making guests feel safe, secure, and well cared for in a country that can be confusing and hard to navigate for people who are first time travelers to India. We were also incredibly happy with our tour escort that Greaves matched us with. She took care of every detail of our trip every single day with a smile and a sense of humor. She was very knowledgeable and a delightfully fun tour escort. We could not imagine a better guide for our trip. If you are considering a trip to India, we cannot recommend Greaves more highly. They do cater to people of means so be prepared to spend a fair amount of money, however we compared Greaves with several other very well known and well regarded travel agencies and Greaves was substantially cheaper for almost the exact same itinerary. So cost is all relative... read more

Greaves Tours - Travel Services Near Me - Highland Park, Illinois

My husband and I had the pleasure of working with Ruby from Greaves TMC/Travel Leaders while planning our first trip to Ireland. Though many websites sell vacation packages these days, we wanted the guidance and support of a professional travel agent to make certain we'd get the perfect vacation for us. Ruby was very attentive to our needs and interests, and planned an itinerary that reflected all that we asked for. Wanting to cover a lot of the southern region without a bus tour group, we knew we'd need to rent a car and drive on 'the wrong side of the road' with a steering wheel on the 'wrong side' too. Ruby was very wise in advising us to travel from Dublin to Waterford via train and then pick up our rental car in Waterford. With all the adjustment needed to drive safely, we're so glad we started in a more rural area. Trying to maneuver the streets of Dublin would have caused us a lot of stress and put a real strain on our trip - something we really didn't need. We asked Ruby to help us find lodging that would give us a feel of the local culture and offer us a quiet night's sleep without being too far off the beaten path. Every place was unique, charming, and comfortable. Highlights included two nights at a lovely bed and breakfast in a small town outside of Waterford, and an unforgettable stay at Dromoland Castle. We are so glad that we worked with a professional travel agent that ensured that we would get the perfect vacation. And while everything went off without a hitch, it gave us great peace of mind to know that there was someone there to assist us if any problems had arisen. I cannot thank Ruby enough for her excellent work and would highly recommend her to family and friends. Thank you so much for everything!! read more

If we could give another star for beyond excellence to Greaves Tours....we would! Greaves Tours carefully, mindfully, and effectively helped designed our 2014 trip to India. Our representative, Divya Sharma, was charming, attentive, and most patient with us. We had fun creating our exciting and adventurous India trip. It was an Exotic and Fantastic Experience. We used various modes of travel, including the Maharajah Express, and we were always in excellent hands. The selection of hotels we experienced were ALL breathtaking!....The Taj Nadesar Palace in Varanasi, in particular, was Spectacular. The Guides were extremely cheerful, well-informed, and helpful. The Drivers were always ready to please and some of them quite humorous. My husband and I had a once-in-a lifetime adventure. We are going back to them to help us create another wonderful experience and this time to Europe. read more

My wife and I had Ian Cambata help plan our honeymoon. We could not have been more satisfied. We really didn't know what we wanted in a honeymoon, so we didn't know where to start. Ian sent us some resorts and we commented on what we liked and didn't like - after a few iterations of this he found us the perfect place. Throughout the selection process, Ian was very responsive to email and phone calls which was nice. He would promise a new group of resorts within a couple days and always deliver on time. We went to a small resort in Antigua for 7 nights and had the best vacation either of us have ever had. We will certainly be contacting Ian when we start to plan our next vacation. read more

We have just completed an absolutely wonderful tour of northern India. Greaves made excellent suggestions and the hotel selections were all excellent. We consistently felt well taken care of by the Greaves representatives overseeing our trip and felt very comfortable with our driver and his assistant. While all of our guides enthusiastically shared their knowledge about the country and showed us great sites, many of them were particularly outstanding. It was an extremely memorable experience for our entire family! read more

I used Greaves corporate for over 15 years, so when I planned a personal trip to Italy they were the first I called. Ruby was fantastic. She helped me plan for weeks and I ultimately had the perfect vacation. She had great tips and everything she set up was great. Just having her book my train tickets alone was worth it. I highly recommend Ruby and Greaves Travel. read more