India

On the western part of the country, the desert state of Rajasthan brims with heritage – beautiful palaces, historic forts, painted regal havelis, and it is, indeed, a resplendent route to journey on. The desert folk with lineages of royalty intermingled with rustic communities have long endured the adversities of the land. Their ways of life evolved in the arid environment — from the cuisine using the desert plant life to clothing helping them stand against dunes, from the folk music that sings of water and wells. to the dance forms that mimic the desert wildlife.

Nagaland is one of the least explored regions of India. At the Hornbill Festival in India’s remote Northeast, sixteen local tribes converge to showcase their culture and traditions. The festival is a significant event in the calendar, and its purpose is to preserve, protect, and sustain the rich cultural heritage and diversity of the Naga Tribes. The colours, sounds, music, dance, the region’s natural beauty and the food will amaze you. On this tour, you will also see much of the surrounding countryside, villages, towns and cities.

Highlights of this fabulous private tour include a perfect mix of history, culture and wildlife — a chance to explore the landmarks of well-known cities like Mumbai, Jaipur and Ahmedabad, take a safari through the lush forests of Ranthambore in search of tigers, and discover a rare legacy in stone at Aurangabad’s ancient Buddhist rock-cut and frescoed caves. Witness the legacy of Jaipur’s feudal rulers with a sightseeing trail through the ‘pink city’ in Maharashtra and visit the unique 5th Century monolithic rock-cut temple at Ellora and Ajanta’s painted frescoes dating back to the 2nd Century BC.

In the lower elevation landscapes of the Himalayas, the world’s loftiest mountain range lies forested river valleys girded by majestic panoramas. From wildlife sanctuaries teeming with biodiversity to challenging mountain slopes, this region has many experiences to offer. A journey through the Himalayan foothills brings together the region's cultural richness. Learn about India’s freedom movement and the impact of her partition; trace the legacy of Hinduism, Buddhism and Sikhism; dive deep into India’s ancient spiritual wisdom of yoga and meditation; or taste traditional flavours from the kitchens of the mountain folk.