A country of 1.3 billion people and 1.3 million square miles can never be seen in one trip – or even in several. Best to select a target and enjoy the carnival of colour and controlled chaos which defines it – Delhi with its Victorian architecture; Goa and its lovely beaches; rising Kolkata (Calcutta) with a food scene that surprises; calmer Kerala, all waterways and houseboats in the dreamy south; glorious Rajasthan with its temples and palaces in Jaipur and Jodhpur. Even these only scratch the surface of a truly sensational destination.
Must see: India's biggest and most populous metropolis, Mumbai lives up to its image as a maze of culture, clutter and charm. This is the glamorous home of Bollywood, but my lasting memories of the city are more humble – shopping for shirts and saris in Colaba, drinking tea in Iranian cafe Britannia & Co, savouring the sunset upon Chowpatty Beach.
Our Ladakh Sky Trail is a unique trek designed by us to help you experience the best of the three areas of this region: Ladakh, Zanskar and Changthang/ Rupshu.
This holiday covers the must see destinations in central India and beyond. It includes the iconic Taj as part of a 'Golden Triangle' journey but you will also experience a more rural Rajasthan, away from the throngs of tourists with its romantic forts, dramatic scenery and inspiring wildlife.
India Golden Triangle Tour
India’s Golden Triangle of Delhi, Agra and Jaipur provides a snapshot of the rich heritage and culture of this amazing country. Experience the grandeur of The Taj Mahal at sunset and sunrise, relive the history of the majestic forts and palaces.
Hidden away on the hillside and nestling in the Goan jungle, Nilaya Hermitage is an extraordinary getaway, built from local rust coloured laterite stone, complemented with shades of blue and the lush greens of the surrounding forest.
Bespoke Ranthambhore private tiger safari with a visit to the Taj Mahal and a luxury stay in the heart of rural Rajasthan, at the towering Ramathra Fort.
Explore wild and remote Zanskar with stunning scenery and cultural interest.
Indian Hill Railways from Rail Holidays of the World is an exhilarating holiday in India. Available from 15 Feb 2026 to 15 Feb 2026 this 19 day trip costs from £7,095, which includes flights.
India’s leading cities, Kolkata, Mumbai and Delhi, former centres of British governance.
A wealth of imperial architecture from the 18th to the mid-20th centuries, as well as the magnificent Islamic monuments of Delhi.
Private visits and special access are a feature of the tour.
Join us to explore Hyderabad, the city of Pearls, Moghuls and Nizams. We visit two nearby cities and discover the Deccan Sultanates, Hindu temples and unique forest reserves. After a tiger safari, we return to Hyderabad to stay in a former Nizam palace, restored by the Taj group, where our tour displays the exotic history of this famous dynasty.
Often overlooked by most travellers, East India offers an incredible mix ofor the senses; from the energy of Kolkata, to the peaceful waterways of the Sunderbans, to the spiritual Sikkim Buddhism of the Himalayas there is so much to see and do. In just over two weeks experience the best of East India staying in comfortable boutique hotels.
