India

We bring to you the finest collection of exceptional holidays and extraordinary experiences throughout the Indian Subcontinent.

Feel free to enquire also for all other Indian destinations that are not featured in the site as well as classic itineraries, eco tourism, sun & fun and adventure specials.

Discover our main destinations in India:

Agra

Agra has achieved fame as the capital of the Mughal emperors (1526 to 1658) and remains a major tourist destination because of its many splendid Mughal-era buildings listed as UNESCO World Heritage Sites, as the Taj Mahal. it was built by the Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan as the final resting place for his favorite Queen, Mumtaz. This perfectly symmetrical monument took 22 years (1630-1652) of hard labor and 20,000 workers to build it. It can be observed like a mirage.

Delhi

New Delhi is the ideal point for tourists to start the discovery of the northern country. The Old Delhi is a return to the past. The labyrinthine alleys of the market remind the century XVIII. It is an ordered chaos, divided by sections: spices, clothing, jewelry, ornaments for temples, etc. Many people walking, riquixás and bikes. The contrast with New Delhi, modern and cosmopolitan, is huge. It has excellent restaurants, hotels and trade in souvenirs. Despite being a big city, you can see elephants in the avenues, as well as the sacred cows in the dead of night.

Jaipur

Jaipur, the Pink City, is the capital of Rajasthan state. It is remarkable among pre-modern Indian cities for the width and regularity of its streets.

When in Jaipur, a must-do is a visit to the Amer Fort. Stunning. All-built in white marble and red sandstone in 1592. The marvelous decoration of the Amer Fort is influenced by both, the Hindu and Muslim manner of ornamentation. The best part of this tourist attraction situated on a crafty hill is the royal elephant ride.

Jodhpur

Jodhpur, The Blue City, is the second largest city in Rajasthan. It is divided into two parts - the old city and the new city. The old city is separated by a 10 km long wall surrounding it. Also it has eight Gates leading out of it. The new city is outside the walled city. A number of historical monuments dot the city and surrounding region, such as the Mehrangarh Fort, the most majestic and one of the largest forts in India. The ramparts of Mehrangarh Fort provide not only excellently preserved cannons but also a breath-taking view of the city.

Karaikudi

The capital of Chettinad, Karaikudi is the biggest city in Sivaganga district. Its visitors throng to have view on history of Chettinad buildings with its tributes to the goddess Lakshmi and its vibrant markets. It is also believed that it is one of the fastest growing cities in India. The city is also known for Sri Meenakshi-Sundareswarar temple [ Sivan temple ] which was built during 1872.

Khajuraho

Khajuraho is a village in Madhya Pradesh state. The Khajuraho group of monuments has been listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It has the largest group of medieval Hindu and Jain temples, famous for their erotic sculpture. It served as a religious capital of the dynasty of Hindu Rajput Chandel, who controlled this part of India between the tenth and the twelfth century, followers of the Tantric cult. The Khajuraho temples do not contain sexual or erotic art inside the temple or near the deities; however, some external carvings bear erotic art. Also, some of the temples that have two layers of walls have small erotic carvings on the outside of the inner wall.

Kumarakom

Kumarakom is an emerald peninsula of paddy fields, meandering lagoons and backwaters that juts out into Lake Vembanad. Perhaps more famously knows as the Backwaters this area is unique being made up of labyrinth of canals and lakes that stretch between the capital Cochin and Quilon in the south.

From the vastness of Lake Vembanad to the quiet streams just large enough for a canoe, the Backwaters form the arteries through which rural daily life calmly flows - children splashing in the water, women washing clothes at the water's edge, fishermen up to their necks in water digging out fish with their feet, rice barges transporting coconuts and rice (the staples of the Keralan diet) and, above all, an overriding sense of peace and tranquility that permeates every aspect of this stunning region.

Udaipur

Udaipur, the City of Lakes, is known for its Rajput-era palaces. Particularly famous is the Lake Palace, which covers an entire island in the Pichola Lake. Many of the palaces have been converted into luxury hotels.

The City Palace, one of it main attractions, is a massive series of palaces built at different times from 1559, providing astonishing panoramic views of the Lake Palace Hotel and of the city.

Pondicherry

Although was subject to many European influences over the years it was the French, who purchased the town in the late 17th century, only relinquishing their hold in 1954 - who left the most enduring legacy. Today the remaining French élan, tempered by South Indian warmth, make it one of India's most charming and intriguing destinations with a unique atmosphere, not felt anywhere else in India. Its chic tree lined boulevards, elegant colonial houses and ornamental gardens all go back to the 18th century.

The restaurants have a distinct French cuisine, coffee and croissants are served in the cafes and the policemen still wear very French Kepis. Pondy, as it is affectionately known, is also fast becoming a favourite shopping destination and with taxes almost non existent it offers excellent value. It is best known for its traditional doll-making, textiles and silk-weaving as well as for leather, pottery, incense and handmade paper.

Varanasi

Varanasi, the sacred city which celebrates life and death, is situated on the banks of the River Ganga (Ganges), regarded as holy by Hindus, Buddhists and Jains. It is one of the oldest continually inhabited cities in the world. According to the Vamana Purana, the Varuna and the Assi rivers originated from the body of the primordial Person at the beginning of time itself.

Varanasi is also renowned for its rich tapestry of music, arts and rich silks and brocades on gold and silver.

Goa

Swaying palms, white sands and sparkling waters: these three essential elements attract over 2 million visitors to Goa’s balmy shores.

Marari

Marari Beach is an endless vista of sand and surf, but it is more. An authentic experience of the world of Kerala's traditional fishing villages, and a recreation of an ancient, harmonious way of life.

Neeleshwar

Empty beaches fringed by coconut plantations, uncrowded inland waterways and lush hillside spice gardens still preserve an undisturbed rhythm of life set against the immensity of the ocean.

Kovalam

Kovalam is an internationally renowned beach with three adjacent crescent beaches. It has been a favourite haunt of tourists, especially Europeans, since the 1930s.

Mahabalipuram

On the Bay of Bengal, this tiny sea - side village of Mahabalipuram, is set in a boulder - strewn landscape with miles of unspoiled beach and rock-cut art.