India - Private Journeys

Want to get off the beaten track, travel at your own pace or don't fancy travelling in a group? Then take a look at our wonderful selection of private journeys, with well-planned itineraries covering the length and breadth of India. Experienced English speaking guides will show you around all of the sites of interest at each port of call and our local representatives will be on hand should you require further assistance.Feel free to change any of our suggested holidays to suit your requirements - perhaps you'd prefer to spend extra time at a particular location, upgrade your hotels or add in a couple of extra points of interest? That's no problem at all, just let us know your requirements and our expert team of holiday planners will be more than happy to assist.

 

Classic Golden Triangle
9 Days
Jewel in the Crown
11 Days
Legends of the Rajputs
11 Days
Explore Orissa
10 Days
Kolkata to Darjeeling
11 Days
Footsteps of Gandhi
14 Days
Bombay Beaches Caves
10 Days
Classic Kerala
9 Days
Beautiful South
15 Days
Railways of the Raj
14 Days

Explore the well travelled north of India, home to the spectacular Taj Mahal, Pink City of Jaipur, Udaipur, colonial Shimla, holy Varanasi and legendary Rajasthan - land of the Rajputs. Or head to the beautiful southern state of Kerala, with lush backwaters, tea plantations and beautiful tropical beaches.  If you prefer to get off the beaten track, explore India's north east, from bustling Kolkata, capital of arts and culture, to beautiful Darjeeling, the Sun Temple of Konark and  the tribal villages of Orissa. Or visit the state of Gujarat, where Mahatma Gandhi led his famous salt march, a region renowned for cosmopolitan Mumbai - home of Bollywood, the famed beaches of Goa and the remarkable 2nd century BC caves of Ajanta and Ellora.

 

FROM USD $1,879
The impressive Red Fort in Delhi

Classic Golden Triangle - 9 days

Coined as 'golden' for the extraordinary wealth of cultural & historical splendour, Delhi, Agra & Jaipur offer a rich colourful history, incredibly impressive sights & lavish hospitality. Ideal for the first time visitor or combined with a beach break in the south.

Starts: New Delhi / Ends: Jaipur
FROM USD $2,999
A view of Agra Fort

Jewel in the Crown - 11 days

The breathtaking Taj Mahal, riotously coloured Jaipur, regal palaces and holy Varanasi. This is India at its very best! Staying at some of the finest hotels, indulge with a little opulence!

Starts/Ends: New Delhi
FROM USD $4,749
An Indian man with a traditional instrument

Legends of the Rajputs - 11 days

Delight your senses in colourful Rajasthan on this classical itinerary of the North. Visit the famous Taj Mahal, spot tiger in Ranthambhore, discover opulent palaces and explore ancient forts - all this whilst lapping up legends of the Rajputs!

Starts/Ends: New Delhi
FROM USD $2,249
A statue of a War Horse at Konark Sun Temple - a World Heritage Site.

Explore Orissa - 10 Days

Commencing in Kolkata, we journey south to Bhubaneshwar, home to the World Heritage listed Sun Temple at Konark. After visiting the unique tribal villages of Orissa, we round off our adventure with a few days on the beach at Gopalpur-on-Sea.

Starts/Ends: Kolkata
FROM USD $3,129
A colourful temple in Kolkata

Kolkata to Darjeeling - 11 days

From bustling Kolkata, India’s vibrant capital of culture, to the astounding beauty of Darjeeling and surrounding Sikkim, with its verdant tea plantations, Himalayan vistas and Buddhist monasteries - take the road less travelled on this captivating 11 day journey.

Starts/Ends: Kolkata
FROM USD $3,999
A photo of Gandhi chatting with Nehru

Footsteps of Gandhi - 14 days

Commencing in Mumbai and travelling through the historical state of Gujarat - homeland of Mahatma Gandhi, this innovative itinerary incorporates coastal Porbandar, princely Rajkot and flourishing Ahmedabad - the starting point of the legendary salt march.

Starts/Ends: Mumbai
FROM USD $3,879
Bollywood posters in Mumbai

Bombay Beaches Caves - 10 Days

Journey through the state of Maharashtra, aboard the Deccan Odyssey, an exclusive luxury train. Visiting Mumbai, home of Bollywood, the beaches of tropical Goa, and the stunning caves of Ajanta and Ellora, this is a 5 star holiday to remember!

Starts/Ends: Mumbai
FROM USD $1,449
A houseboat on the Kerala Backwaters

Classic Kerala - 9 Days

Combining historic Kochi, the hill station of Munnar and a houseboat cruise on the backwaters of Kerala. In nine sunfilled days feast upon the amazing natural wonders, wildlife, beauty and diversity of stunning Kerala - God's own country.

Starts/Ends: Kochi
FROM USD $2,499
A view of a tea plantation

Beautiful South - 15 days

Chennai, Pondicherry and Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary. Kochi, colonial hill stations and a rice boat cruise on the Keralan backwaters. An action packed fortnight in the Southern Indian states of Tamil Nadu and Kerala, that simply has it all!

Starts: Chennai / Ends: Kochi
FROM USD $2,499
The toy train in Darjeeling passing through lush vegetation

Railways of the Raj - 14 days

Six scenic train journeys, Kolkata to the majestic hill stations of Darjeeling and Shimla, holy Varanasi on the Ganges, the Taj Mahal in Agra and more!

Starts: Kolkata / Ends: Old Delhi