1. Where else can you wash away your sins with thousands of pilgrims under a full moon? Each year Hindus from all over in Rajasthan come to bathe away their sins in Pushkar Lake, the second holiest site in Hinduism. 2. Sleeping like the King or Queen you always knew yourself to be. Some of Rajasthan's elaborate palaces and lavish mansions are now converted into the most amazing hotels! . 3. Tracking game from the back of an elephant. The wildlife in Kaziranga National Park (such as the one-horned rhino) is best viewed from the back of an elephant! 4. Shopping, shopping, shopping! The bazaars in India swarm with handicrafts such as vibrant textiles, beautiful patchwork wall hangings, semi-precious stones, Persian-style pottery, and traditional costumes. 5. The Taj Mahal. Enough said. Well almost…this marvelous monument to love never fails to overwhelm all who see it – even more so at sunrise when it's covered in a light mist and bathed with a soft red glow. 6. Doing your best Lawrence of Arabia imitation as you ride your camel across the Great Indian Desert. You may get a bit sore (unless you somehow manage to find a camel to practice on back home), but you can always get off and walk a bit during this incredible journey. And there is nothing in the world like sleeping under the starry skies of the desert. 7. Phenomenal Indian food. The use of spices such as mustard seeds, fennel seeds, cumin, and cardamom can make any old plain potato taste like a million-dollar dish! 8. Lions, tigers and bears, oh my! India has an incredible array of wildlife, and in its beautiful national parks, you will see a mix of lions, tigers, elephants, rhinos, and bears. 9. The Kingdom of Zanskar. For the avid trekker, this region is a mecca. Unlike its neighbor, Nepal, Zanskar has seen little tourism. Boasting staggering scenery and the world's most isolated Buddhist communes, this is one of the world's "Must Do" treks. 10. India is a feast for your senses. You will experience an explosion of colors, sights, scents, sounds, tastes, and encounters with multiple lively cultures. No camera can capture all of this! For more information and reservations, please contact: Mountain Travel Sobek 1266 66th Street, Suite 4 Emeryville, CA 94608 1-510-594-6000 or Toll Free 1-888-831-7526 (USA & Canada) Additional International Toll Free Numbers Fax: 1-510-594-6001 Email: info@mtsobek.com