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Welcome to Travel Genes, the best resource for your travel adventures in India. This page will help you get the most out of this site. First off, my name is Dr. Rituraj. I run the show around here.

We believe every destination has a story to tell and that the journey truly is the destination.

Travelgenes.com has been at home on the web for more than 08 years, so as you can imagine we’ve built up hundreds of articles on various destinations in India.

If it’s your first time here, we know all of the information can be overwhelming, so we’ve created this page, with some of our very best resources, to get you started.

If you’re wondering about the people behind Travelgenes.com, be sure to check out our about page to read our story and learn our philosophy of unique offbeat travel in India.

What Do We Offer

Our mission is to uncover the unexpected, the unexplored, the underrated – in essence, the hidden gems in our country – India. Whether we find those hidden gems in bustling cities, or tiny rural villages, we want to hear their stories and share them with the world.

Back in 2013, I started receiving more and more requests from readers of the blog to organize trips to various parts of India based on my own experiences.

And that’s how we started offering personalized handpicked tours and experiences here.

It started off with 2 experiences back in 2014 and quickly became 4 trips in 2015 and 8 in 2016…and now we offer more than 18 trips and experiences for 2021, with new destinations and itineraries being added all the time. Not just the city walks and food tours, we now also offer very personalized private day trips and escorted India tours to some handpicked destinations in India.

Also, we opened a boutique Bed & Breakfast (Homestay) The HiDEOUT in Agra – the city of Taj Mahal in 2019. In just one year of opening doors, we received an overwhelming response from the travelers around the world and amazing readers of this site. We scored 9.7/10 on Booking.com with exceptional reviews and quickly became one of the Top 3 places to stay in Agra.

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Then, Corona Virus happened! And everything was shut down. After more than a year, as things improve here we are now getting back to normal with more emphasis on safety and cleanliness. Hope we will get as much love from the lovely guests as we used to before the covid-19.

Best Seller Tours & Experiences

Agra Food Walk – Explore Delicious Agra by Mouth
Hidden Taj Mahal Secret Sunset Viewpoint Walking Tour
Authentic Indian Cooking Class with Family Meal
Agra Beyond Taj Mahal – Red Taj Mahal, Akbar’s Church, Abdul Karim’s Tomb
Agra Village Walk – A Day in Indian Village
Get Married in India in Traditional Hindu Wedding
Agra Heritage Walk – Culture Trail in Old City Beyond Taj Mahal
Skip The Line – Full Day Private Guided Tour of Agra
Tuk Tuk Tour of Agra – Full Day

Latest Posts

The HiDEOUT Agra B&B Homestay

Welcome aboard – The Hideout Agra!

We offer boutique modern accommodation in a quiet residential area only 5 minutes drive away from Taj Mahal featuring plush art interiors in spacious rooms with private bath, incredibly comfortable king beds & cozy spaces both indoors & out. Enjoy the tranquil atmosphere, warm hospitality, hearty breakfasts and knowledgeable advice while you stay in this family run homestay.

Newly constructed, this beautifully handcrafted boutique homestay is sure to please. Located at the best possible location in Agra with just 15 mins walk through the park to Taj and surrounded by wonderful coffee shops and restaurants (Domino’s is right around the corner), this family run Bed & Breakfast provides a friendly, casual atmosphere with plenty of local information and advice on tap.

It is a comfortable, casually elegant, multi-level home base with Indian art objects displayed all over providing the peaceful environment you crave as you come to explore the wonders of Taj Mahal and other heritage sites that Agra has to offer.

Each room is theme based decorated with various Indian art and miniatures showing the rich cultural diversity of India. There is communal indoor and alfresco dining for travelers interaction. Authentic Indian cuisine is also offered at very affordable prices.

We have limited accommodation to ensure your privacy. You are treated as guests of the house and are not just tourists in the hotel. The atmosphere is relaxed and friendly and we offer the luxury of space and privacy.

Guests will enjoy private bedroom/bathroom as well as living areas. Incredibly comfortable bed with memory foam topper, soft sheets and duvet. Enjoy fresh breakfast each morning as well as delicious snacks throughout your stay. The Coffee & Tea bar is free to use 24 hours as well.All kitchen items needed for cooking provided by host. Bathrooms stocked with luxury shampoos, bath products and more.

Like we always say, it’s easy to find, but hard to leave as it’s the kind of place that people love too much to leave, and we know you’ll love it, too!

Also Read: 75 Best Photos From Guests All Around The World who Stayed at The Hideout Agra Homestay India