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Whether it is your first visit to the Indian subcontinent, or you are coming back, indulge yourself with our itineraries – we showcase not just the iconic sights in each region, but also explore places that are off the beaten track to give you a well-rounded experience.

All our itineraries aim to positively impact the people and places we visit, while giving you a memorable and enriching experience.

Pick a tour that takes your fancy or use our ideas to design your own holiday.

This itinerary combines the very best of Goa and Karnataka. History, culture, cuisines, majestic landscapes and a World Heritage Site for each day of the week – all beckon you to spectacular yet less-travelled parts of South India.

Beaches, Heritage & Western Ghats

An enthralling voyage of discovery on a road less travelled. Travel from the majestic empire city of Kolkata up through West Bengal’s historic sites to Darjeeling, the home of the champagne of teas and the Darjeeling Hill Railway. Explore the remote erstwhile kingdom of Sikkim with majestic Himalayan scenery, Buddhist monasteries and pristine air.

Bengal & Sikkim

This exciting tour covers Kerala's glorious beaches, spice-and tea-covered hills, glistening backwaters, wildlife, delicious cuisine and vibrant performing arts. One of our favourite itineraries.

Cultural Kerala

Visit magical Ladakh, a land of remote rugged beauty, warm welcomes, ancient palaces and monasteries of the Indus Valley. Relax in the remote Nubra Valley, and travel along the world’s highest driveable pass.

Discover Ladakh

Let the spectacular natural beauty and rich culture of Kerala enchant you on this gentle two week adventure through its cities, countryside, tea estates, backwaters and jungles.

Enchanting Kerala

This exciting tour goes in search of some of India's rarest and most endangered mammals, across three beautiful National Parks – Manas, Kaziranga and Singalila.

Iconic Wildlife of Eastern India

Journey across Western India in search of some of India's most iconic wildlife and birds. Tigers, lions, leopards, wild ass, blackbucks and lots of smaller mammals and birdlife await, along with some precious cultural gems too.

Iconic Wildlife of Western India

This spectacularly experiential adventure includes walking and camping overnight in the scenic Satpura National Park, followed by tiger safaris in Tadoba National Park, allowing you to experience central Indian jungles like you've never before.

In Forsyth’s Footsteps

This two week expedition takes in the best of Kerala’s scenery, wildlife, indigenous culture, rural life and local cuisine while trekking, walking, cycling and kayaking. It's a perfect choice for families with active teenagers, and all those who seek an active adventure that balances exertion with exhilaration.

Kerala, Actively

Discover the rich culture, arts and history of Rajasthan with Dr. Richard Williams. Explore the magical cities of Jaipur, Jodhpur and Udaipur, and some of Rajasthan's finest hidden gems. Dr. Williams will reveal the history, demystify miniature paintings, and explore literary links from Rudyard Kipling to Hindi poets. This is Rajasthan for the connoisseurs and the intellectually curious.

Expert-led Tour

Palaces and Paintings

Go beyond the ordinary with this special itinerary that includes nocturnal stakeouts to spot rare Fishing Cats, searching for Tigers in the Sundarbans and looking for India's only apes on foot. A trio of Assam's best reserves offer excellent chances to spot Tigers, Elephants and Rhinos on the same safari, along with a great support cast of mammals and birds.

Rarities of the East

Marvel at the World Heritage treasures of Delhi, Agra and Khajuraho, the ancient and venerable Varanasi, Holy Allahabad, and Lucknow, the town of the refined Nawabs. Along the way, encounter fascinating gems firmly ‘off-the-beaten track’.

Regal & Divine

This responsible tour of the Golden Quadrangle of historic cities of Delhi, Agra, Jaipur and Amritsar takes in magnificent architecture, artisans at work, bustling markets and tons of colour. Spot tigers in Sariska, and meet courageous locals.

Responsible Golden Quadrangle & Tigers

Not mere glorious edifices but keepers of legends, the citadels of Rajasthan remind of its rich history, heritage and cultural diversity. Explore the ‘exotic otherness’ of Rajasthan on this epic three week Grand Tour that evokes the splendours and romance of bygone days.

Royal Rajasthan

This blended itinerary takes you to some of India's best wildlife reserves and stunning World Heritage sites of the Taj Mahal and the temples of Khajuraho, along with some excellent hidden gems that no one should miss out on.

Secrets of India

Discover Rajasthan’s spectacular off-the-beaten-track heritage and natural beauty at a relaxed pace. Taste both rural and royal life. Admire the region’s arts and crafts, and ride on a rural Indian train route with dramatic scenery. Holy Ajmer and Pushkar are the perfect end of this odyssey.

Secrets of Rajasthan

A true adventure into Ladakh's harsh winter seeking the Snow Leopard, Eurasian Lynx and several rare species in a trans-Himalayan habitat

Snow Leopards & Lynxes

Explore the best of India’s vast southern peninsula with our expert naturalist. This is a tropical paradise of varied habitats, all teeming with wildlife big and small, and truly spectacular birdlife.

Southern Jungles

A Golden Triangle grand tour like none other, showcasing the best of Delhi, Agra and Jaipur. Visit magnificent off the beaten track places, explore bustling markets, meet generational artisans preserving traditions that directly connect contemporary India with the medieval.

The Golden Triangle

Explore the very heart of India on this luxury ‘treat for all senses’ tour. Visit three World Heritage Sites, stay at two gorgeous heritage luxury palaces, explore the historic cities of Bhopal and Indore and spirituality of Narmada and Ujjain. This ‘off-the-beaten-track’ itinerary is a must-do for all true Indophiles.

The Heart of India

Discover the grand Temples of South India, the colonial history of Chennai, Pondicherry and Cochin, the unique cuisine of Chettinad, watch wildlife in Periyar and enjoy cruising on the Backwaters in this grand tour across Tamil Nadu and Kerala.

The Quintessential South

An exceptional wildlife and birding tour of the arid lands of Gujarat and Rajasthan, with visits to the desert citadels of Jaisalmer and Jodhpur, perhaps two of the most impossibly romantic and majestic forts in India..

The Wild West

This small-group tour to the jungles of Tadoba National Park is ideal for wildlife lovers and photographers of all levels. Tadoba is one of the best locations in India to spot tigers, and its jungles are teeming with rich variety of birds and wildlife.

Expert-led Tour

Tigers of Tadoba

A thrilling adventure through some of Northern India's best wildlife and birding hotspots. Tigers, Elephants, Sloth Bear, Langurs aplenty across spectacular landscapes. Admire some of Agra's best architecture including a sunrise visit to the Taj. Stay at some really special properties to round off this spectacular tour.

Tigers, Birds and the Taj

An ideal holiday to step away from busy lives and reset your mind, body and soul. A balanced mix of visiting some of the most beautiful, relaxing places in Sri Lanka, and rejuvenating yourself at some of its best wellness resorts will allow you to reconnect with your inner self without feeling like you are attending a boot camp.

Ceylon Relaxation

Sample the best of Sri Lanka, from the bustling streets and markets of capital Colombo, the Cultural Triangle with some of Asia’s greatest archaeological treasures, the lush slopes of the Hill Country with its expansive vistas of rolling tea plantations, down to Kandy and Galle. Enjoy pristine beaches and wildlife, experience local life and cuisine.

Ceylon Splendour

Sample the best of the island's culture, from the bustling streets and markets of capital Colombo, the Cultural Triangle with some of Asia’s greatest archaeological treasures, the lush slopes of the Hill Country with its expansive vistas of rolling tea plantations and beautifully renovated British-era tea bungalows, down to the historic cities of Kandy and Galle.

Cultural Vignettes

Perfect for a family with active teens, this holiday combines the best of Sri Lanka's culture and natural beauty with hands-on fun and enriching experiences. Ideal for school half-term breaks.

Sri Lanka with Teens

An exhilarating tour that takes in all eight of Sri Lanka's World Heritage sites, along with a chance to see its best wildlife and soak in the cultural experiences.

Sri Lanka’s World Heritage

Explore Sri Lanka's distinctive culture on this relaxed trip that not only takes in some great sights, beaches and wildlife but also experience Lankan life in its cities and villages. Enjoy nature in 'off the beaten track' places and stay in sumptuous properties in this great all-rounder itinerary.

Ultimate Ceylon

Explore lesser-visited gems in this adventure that takes you to memorable places in the north often overlooked by visitors. You're guaranteed a wonderful time away from crowds, and your visit helps local economies. The best of the Cultural Triangle, and spotting leopards and elephants rounds off this off the beaten track holiday.

Unseen Sri Lanka

A wildlife lover's delight, this itinerary takes you to some of the finest Sri Lankan locations for observing the island's rich wildlife including the Big Five, and some spectacular landscapes.

Wild Sri Lanka

Explore the best of Nepal from the Kathmandu Valley and beyond, with cultural, historical, spiritual and wildlife highlights. Be amazed at jaw dropping views of the Annapurna range, and get close to Mt. Everest on a scenic flight. A great trip that ticks all the boxes.

Discover Nepal

See all the great cultural treasures of the Kathmandu Valley, including no less than six World Heritage Sites on this excellent short trip.

Kathmandu Valley

This spectacular adventure combines the best of Nepal for families with teenagers and those seeking an easy paced yet active holiday. It's a mix of moderate hiking, river rafting, wildlife and culture, all set amongst breath-taking mountain scenery.

Nepalese Adventure

See all the great cultural treasures of the Kathmandu Valley and Bhutan, including no less than six World Heritage Sites on this excellent trip. The scenery is not bad either.

The Himalayan Realms

Explore Bhutan's mountains and verdant valleys, on this active trip, designed for those who like to stretch their legs while soaking in Bhutan's beauty and culture.

Active Bhutan With Druk Path

This memorable journey through Western and Central Bhutan captures the very best of Bhutan at an easy pace that allows time to relax and unwind.

Best of Bhutan

An epic cultural odyssey across the mystical Himalayan Kingdom of Bhutan, encompassing the best of Western, Central and Eastern Bhutan.

Bhutan Odyssey

Bhutan's snow-capped mountains, verdant valleys, dense jungles and crystal-clear rivers seem perfectly suited to its calming ancient Buddhist culture. On this exceptional visit, enjoy the sights of Paro, Thimphu and Punakha, hike up Tiger's Nest, witness the unique Punakha Festival and walk in the valley of the Black-neck Cranes. Let the wonders of Bhutan captivate you.

Essence of Bhutan

See all the great cultural treasures of the Kathmandu Valley and Bhutan, including no less than six World Heritage Sites on this excellent trip. The scenery is not bad either.

The Himalayan Realms

Enjoy some of Bhutan's best cultural and historic locations, and its spectacular scenery on this short but memorable tour. The highlight is the famous Thimpu Tshechu (festival) honouring Guru Rimpoche, the Precious Teacher. Bhutanese festivals have a series of masked dances, known as cham, performed to bless the onlookers. Thimpu's festival is held in the Tashichho Dzong, an impressive fortress that houses the monarch’s throne room.

Thimphu Festival & Paro

An immersive, hands-on introduction to Bhutanese culture and scenic beauty. Opportunities to hike, mountain bike and go river rafting make it ideal for active travellers and families with teenagers.

Western Bhutan Immersive

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