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 Southern Explorer group tour covers some of the finest sights of the southern-most states of India, our Southern Explorer tour commences with the atmospheric temple towns of Tamil Nadu. In seafront Mahabalipuram, see the stunning bas relief and the UNESCO heritage Shore Temple.
India wildlife tours - fourteen bespoke tiger safaris, plus additional jeep excursions, split between two of the best parks ever for tiger encounters is a recipe for a thrilling bespoke tiger safari to Ranthambore and Bandhavgarh tiger sanctuaries.
The South Indian style of temple architecture is called the Dravida Style of Temple Architecture. The Vimana and the Gopurams characterise this style of architecture. As with all our India holidays, this is a private tour with your personal driver/guide and can be amended in any way to incorporate your specific interests.
Family Friendly Kerala is a relaxed and engaging introduction to the tropical state of Kerala in south India. Available from 1 October 2017, this 8 day trip costs from £693 per person excluding international flights.
Indian Wildlife Safari - including a stay deep inside Corbett National Park, with eight private jeep safaris. Seek tigers, wild elephants, and rare gharial in one of India's most diverse National Parks.
Darjeeling, Odisha & Bhutan Expl from Dragoman is an exhilarating holiday in Bhutan, India, Nepal. Available from 5 Mar 2020 to 6 Apr 2022 this 28 day trip costs from £4,340 and has a maximum group size of 22 persons.
When asked on his deathbed if there was anything in the world he desired, the Mughal Emperor Jehangir allegedly replied ‘only Kashmir’. After completing our 12-day tour of India’s paradise valley, you’ll understand why. Surrounded by snow-capped mountains, the region enjoys a gentle climate and breathtaking scenery.
India wildlife tour combining these two beautiful Indian forests of Madhya Pradesh. Pench was where they filmed 'Tiger Spy in the Jungle' and Satpura is an absolute gem, with visitor numbers strictly controlled.
A leisurely cycling holiday at the tropical tip of southern India
Maharajahs, Temples & Taj from Dragoman is an exhilarating holiday in India, Nepal. Available from 20 Sep 2020 to 6 Apr 2022 this 67 day trip costs from £3,785 and has a maximum group size of 22 persons.
