Luxury Small Group Tours India

The first thing that comes to mind when there is talk of visiting India is the TAJ MAHAL.

A stunning piece of architectural excellence that took 22 years to build, this eternal Mughal ode to love is one of India’s most iconic and celebrated landmarks. A visit to the ancient city of Agra and a ‘haazri’ (attendance) at the Taj is a must-do Indian experience.

Known for its Ayurveda-inspired healing tradition and tranquil beaches, “GOD’S OWN COUNTRY” KERALA is the most visited state in the Indian south. But it also hides a gem of a secret in its serene backwater.

An enchanting “otherworld” comprising labyrinths of waterways, lush green forests, rice paddies, swaying coconut trees and rustic fishing villages await you in the backwaters of Alleppey, Kumarakom and Kollam.

The best way to luxuriate in the backwaters is aboard a luxury traditional houseboat equipped with all the amenities you can wish for.

The land of Royalty – RAJASTHAN, attracts millions of tourists to its magnificent palaces, serene lakes, towering forts, dazzling cultural festivals, and mesmerizing desert.

Its capital “the Pink City” Jaipur is one-third of the trio of cities that’s referred to as the “Golden Triangle” tourist circuit—along with Delhi and Agra.

But there is more to Rajasthan. “Venice of the East” Udaipur is renowned for its lakes and palaces. The “Blue City” Jodhpur is famed for the iconic Mehrangarh fort and its Mewari Royal grandeur and warrior ethos. Pushkar is famous for its festivals, lakes and spiritual heritage; and Ranthambore National Park for its Royal Bengal Tigers and wildlife safaris.

One of the holiest sites of Sikhism, THE GOLDEN TEMPLE is a “Gurdwara” located in Punjab constructed in the middle of a manmade pool by Guru Ram Das in 1577 AD.

Maharaja Ranjit Singh, the founder of the first Sikh Empire, rebuilt it in marble and copper in 1809 and overlaid the sanctum with gold leaf which now gives its name. A pilgrimage to the Golden Temple is an important cultural experience.

The largest and most well-known national park in North India, the Ranthambore in Rajasthan is the domain of the Royal Bengal Tiger and its wildlife safari is considered one of the best in India.

Tourists typically get the best of both worlds with the unlimited cultural immersions available in Rajasthan, followed by a wildlife adventure to this 1334 sq. km national park that is home to Indian leopards, Gaur (Indian Bisons), Nilgai (wild water buffalos), Black Bucks, Dhole (Indian Wild Dogs), striped hyenas and hundreds of other species.

The foothills of the Himalayas, the highest and mightiest mountain range on the planet, are home to India’s most beloved hill stations which millions of Indians typically throng to for an ideal vacation when the heat in the low-lying plains gets unbearable in the summers.

The best hill stations to enjoy Himalayan serenity are in Kashmir, Ladakh, Uttarakhand, Himachal Pradesh and West Bengal.

Formerly known as Calcutta, the capital of West Bengal, the birthplace of modern Indian nationalism and modern Bengali literature, has a valid claim to be the “Cultural Capital of India”.

The Bengali cinema and theatre are renowned for their excellence and the city produces more Nobel laureates than any other place in the region. Kolkata is also an important center of classical Indian dance and music traditions.

As the first capital of the British Raj, Kolkata is also home to a large number of heritage colonial landmarks like the Victoria Memorial, St. Paul’s Cathedral, Indian Museum, Fort William and Howrah Bridge.

Kerala has its beaches and backwaters but its South Indian neighbor Tamil Nadu has a sacred mystique and heritage which bring in a large number of visitors to its heritage sites and sacred temples like Meenakshi Amman, Brihadeeswara, Arulmigu Ramanathaswamy and Sri Rajagopala Swamy.

Millions of Indians from all nooks and corners of the country throng to India’s “Maximum City” to chase the Indian Dream, thus making the city a veritable melting pot of cultures, languages, heritage and culinary traditions.

Embark on an Epicurean adventure munching your way through the Mumbai food scene with some Batata Vada, Akuri on Toast, the Bombay Sandwich, Bun Maska, Bhel Puri, Falooda and Ragda Pattice.

GOA is the Indian answer to the beaches of the Caribbean and Mediterranean. Hip nightlife, wild rave parties, all-year-round revelry and cultural festivity await you in India’s most visited hip beach destination.

But we think the best way to enjoy Goa is to book yourself into a private beachfront villa tucked away from the high-octane touristy parts of Goa and treat yourself to some tropical bliss.