Discover the Hills and Backwaters of Kerala on this private 12 day tour. Explore Kerala in an authentic Indian style.
Explore India’s tiger reserves & national parks, plus visits to the magnificent Taj Mahal and extraordinary Khajuraho temples. A private 16 day tour.
A tailor-made holiday in India's famous Golden Triangle. Discover Delhi, Agra and the Taj Mahal, tigers in Ranthambore National Park and explore Jaipur!
Take a 9 day India Yoga Holiday and discover the Golden Triangle and visit the Indian capital of yoga - Rishikesh.
Before considering taking an Indian holiday, you must first know that India is huge! There is no other way to describe it. Its vast expanse encompasses diverse landscapes, from the Himalayan mountain range in the north to the coastal regions in the south.
Home to over 1.3 billion people, India's size is geographical but also cultural and demographic. With 28 states and 8 Union Territories, it boasts a rich tapestry of languages, traditions, and ecosystems. From the bustling urban centres to the serene countryside, India's size reflects its status as a subcontinent with a remarkable blend of history, biodiversity, and many communities.
One of the oldest civilisations in the world, India is a mosaic of multicultural experiences. With a rich heritage and myriad attractions, the country is among the most popular tourist destinations in the world. That said, it is still possible to find places without tourists and get off the beaten track.
From the snow-covered Himalayas to the white sand beaches of Goa, there is a part of India that is perfect for anyone.
If you are a culture vulture, this country has opulent dynasties, powerful rulers, flourishing civilisations and profound history. The most prominent religions in the country are Hinduism, Islam, Christianity, Buddhism, Sikhism and Jainism. However, India is filled with many spiritual destinations that should not be missed by anyone looking for an authentic Indian experience. From opulent temples and mosques to marvellous churches, resplendent gurudwaras and serene monasteries, India is the home of holiness.
When it comes to the natural environment, few places in the world can match India for variety. From hauntingly beautiful snowy escapades to lush forests and hills of rolling green, from the endless golden beaches to the sapphire and emerald lakes embedded in the landscape, the natural beauty of the Indian subcontinent is unparalleled. Mountains, beaches, rivers, lakes, and deserts await your discovery of their natural splendour.
For many, a holiday to India is only complete with sighting the true symbol of the country: a tiger. The tiger is the national animal of India and is regarded as the most prized sighting in the country's jungles. India's tigers account for more than half of the world's population of the giant feline. Project Tiger, a conservation project, was launched to protect this majestic denizen of the forest in 1972. Initially, nine tiger reserves were dedicated to the conservation of the animal, with Jim Corbett National Park and Tiger Reserve being the first among them. Today, the country is home to about 50 reserves that offer a unique opportunity to see the majestic tiger in the wild.
If you want an escape from the normal and feel run down, then India has been a destination to revive and rejuvenate for as long as people have travelled. The sun-kissed coastlines, peace-permeated hill stations, and breezy riversides offer nutritious food, spas, yoga, and detox therapies. With innumerable ways to keep both the mind and body aligned, peaceful, and in perfect health, the country is the perfect place to holiday at a softer pace.
Agra is the most famous site in India and perhaps the world. It is here that the Mughal emperor Shah Jahan created the Taj Mahal. He said the monument's beauty made "the sun and the moon shed tears from their eyes". Until you visit, you may not know that the Taj Mahal has many optical illusions and architectural tricks. As you first view the monument from the main gate, for instance, the Taj Mahal looks large and imposing, but as you move closer, it appears to shrink in size!
