Stopped in Delhi for 4 nights on second trip to India and really enjoyed staying there...lots to see and great shopping, traffic was not that bad but we had an excellent guide and driver provided by our agent.

Stayed at The Lodhi which was excellent and had no problem with air quality in the city.

On the first trip we went to Agra although I originally removed it from the itinerary and was persuaded it is a must do which it is, especially if you stay at the Amarvilas...took us around 4 to 5 hours to get to Agra from Delhi and would recommend 2 nights for sunset on day of arrival and sunrise.

Varanasi...mixed feelings...did not totally live up to expectations but was not happy with guide. Taj Nadesar Palace is the only place to stay.

​​​​​​Udaipur - stayed Oberoi Udaivilas - don't consider The Leela...dreadful
Jodhpur - stayed Taj Umaid Bhawan Palace - would like to try The Raas next time

For something different between Jodhpur and Udaipur look at Mihir Garh.