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Our handpicked India holidays, from Golden Triangle adventures to luxury rail journeys and culture-rich multi-centre trips.
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SPEAK TO A CRUISE EXPERTAll About India
Colour, culture, spirituality and unforgettable contrasts. Here is why India remains one of the most rewarding and memorable destinations in the world.
Bucket List Highlights
Taj Mahal
One of the world’s most iconic landmarks and a must for first-time India holidays.
Rajasthan
Palaces, forts and colourful cities make Rajasthan one of India’s most visually striking regions.
Kerala
Famous for palm-lined backwaters, tea plantations and a more relaxed pace of travel.
Wildlife & Tigers
Spot Bengal tigers, leopards and elephants in India’s national parks, including Ranthambore and Bandhavgarh.
Time Difference
India is usually 5 hours 30 minutes ahead of the UK, or 4 hours 30 minutes ahead when the UK is on summer time.
Best Time to Go
October to March is especially popular for comfortable touring weather in many parts of the country.
Great For
Culture, iconic landmarks, luxury rail journeys, wildlife and unforgettable multi-centre holidays.
Suggested Duration
10 to 14 nights is a great starting point for seeing several highlights at a comfortable pace.
Perfect For
Culture Lovers
Perfect if you want temples, palaces, historic cities and deeply rooted traditions throughout the journey.
Rail Journeys
India offers everything from classic rail travel to elegant luxury trains that become part of the experience.
Food Experiences
From street food to regional specialities, India is an endlessly rewarding destination for food lovers.
Multi-Centre Holidays
Ideal for combining Delhi, Agra, Jaipur, Kerala and more in one varied and enriching itinerary.
Scenic Contrasts
From bustling cities to peaceful backwaters and mountain scenery, India offers huge variety in one country.
Cruise & Stay Ideas
Great for pairing a city or cultural stay with river or coastal cruising in India and nearby regions.
Best Time to Go
Spring
22°C – 35°CA good time for some regions, especially if you want warm weather before the hotter summer period builds.
Summer
30°C – 42°CMany parts of India are much hotter in summer, so this season is usually less popular for classic touring routes.
Autumn
22°C – 32°COne of the best times to visit, with more comfortable weather returning for classic India itineraries.
Winter
15°C – 28°CThis is the most popular time to visit many parts of India, especially for sightseeing and cultural holidays.
Helpful Planning Tips
India works best when you build an itinerary around the experience you want. Some travellers focus on the Golden Triangle, while others prefer to add Rajasthan, Kerala or a luxury rail journey for a broader view of the country.
Distances and regional contrasts can be greater than they first appear, so the most enjoyable itineraries usually balance the iconic highlights with enough time to properly take them in.
If you are not sure whether to travel independently, join an escorted tour or combine several regions in one trip, that is exactly where we can help. India is one of those destinations where the right itinerary makes a huge difference.
India holidays offer extraordinary variety, blending iconic landmarks, colourful cities, spiritual traditions and deeply memorable cultural experiences. Across the country, you will find palaces, temples, vibrant markets, wildlife, luxury rail journeys and some of the most famous sights anywhere in the world. It is a destination that works brilliantly for first-time visits, escorted cultural touring, rail adventures and broader bucket list journeys.
Whether you want to plan a classic Golden Triangle itinerary, explore Rajasthan’s forts and palaces, unwind in Kerala, experience India by rail or pair your holiday with a cruise, India offers huge variety and some of the most rewarding travel experiences anywhere in Asia.
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