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.
Enjoy vibrant history, lively culture and unforgettable experiences, providing excursions to the Gandhi Memorial, the magnificent City Palace and one of the Seven Wonders of the World - The Taj Mahal.
You can also add a 3-day Tiger Safari to the whole experience.
This is a classic combination of Delhi, Agra and Jaipur and is a wonderful introduction to northern India for the first time visitor. You will see stunning sites including, of course, the Taj Mahal, but the people, sounds and smells of everyday India will make just as much of an impression.
There is no greater heart stirring moment than one's first glimpse of a tiger in its natural habitat. Visiting two of the finest parks in Central India, this tour is designed for wildlife enthusiasts who long to see a tiger in the wild.
Prices begin from £1320 without international flgihts. Flights supplement from £645 pp. Total: £1965.
An exciting new tour taking you straight into the heart of Tiger country on a 9-day safari that combines Pench and Kanha Tiger Reserves, two of India's finest, plus an optional extension to Tadoba National Park.
A mountain biking holiday across the Shangri La kingdom of Bhutan
India wildlife tour with a bespoke tiger safari in Satpura National Park. A park for the less tiger centric visitors and those looking to explore a pristine wilderness by elephant, boat and jeep safari.
After a short stay in Goa, with its remarkable heritage of military forts and churches, we move on to Karnataka, crossing the Western Ghats to reach the Deccan Plateau. We explore the Cradle of the Indian civilisation covering Badami, Hampi, Belur and Halebid. Our itinerary includes undemanding walks, a boat trip and a jeep safari.
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.
The perfect introduction to lush tropical Kerala; the must-see highlights, scenic walks and a Backwaters cruise.
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.
