India provides rich travelers with a unique leisure experience through its vibrant culture, natural beauty, and grand palaces. Heritage hotels and unique experiences such as private tiger safaris and personalized wellness retreats deliver on India’s promise of timeless elegance coupled with modern indulgence. Adventure and unforgettable memories are what travel is all about, and India has a specially curated range of exclusive experiences that are perfect for adventure seekers.
Travelers coming to India can feel the opulence of the palatial stays that are available. The Taj Lake Palace in Udaipur offers a royal retreat on the white-marble edifice that appears to float on Lake Pichola, along with private boat trips and personalized butler services. The Umaid Bhawan Palace in Jodhpur is also a royal residence but offers guests ultra-luxurious accommodations with vintage car rides as well as curated meals and exclusive access to the royal traditions. For guests seeking contemporary elegance, the Oberoi Amarvilas in Agra boasts unobstructed views of the Taj Mahal from every suite for an experience not to be missed.
For exclusive adventurers, there is so much India has to offer. Expert guides take travelers on private tiger safaris of Ranthambore National Park to watch majestic Bengal tigers at home in the wilderness with the luxury of jungle lodges. India’s famed wellness retreats, including Ananda in the Himalayas, offer bespoke Ayurvedic healing programs as well as personalized yoga and spa treatments within an environment of stunning nature. Private yacht cruises along Kerala’s serene waters provide a secluded escape with gourmet dining and sunset panoramas over lush tropical landscaping.
India delivers lavish dining experiences at Michelin-starred eateries and bespoke shopping sprees with professional stylists. Both Delhi and Mumbai have frenzied markets as well as showrooms and designer boutiques to cater to buyers looking for unique handcrafted jewelry as well as rare textiles and antique collections. The Maharajas’ Express and Palace on Wheels offer an indulgent train journey to experience India’s heritage through royal-style travel, staying in lavish quarters and eating gourmet meals, all while touring historic locations.
India remains one of the most refined, elite destinations in the world due to the combination of royal history at the disposal of the visitor, right through to luxury hospitality experiences that no other destination can offer in equal measure.
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Experiences in India
Taj Mahal (Agra)
The Taj Mahal in Agra is an amazing white marble tomb among the Seven Wonders of the World for its representation of eternal love. The surrounding pools create a stunning reflection of the monument, and visitors admire its intricate carvings and symmetrical gardens.
Pink City & Amber Fort
Jaipur, Rajasthan’s capital city, offers the royal palaces & the lively marketplaces, besides the pink city & the Amber Fort, an architectural marvel. Explore the Amber Fort’s decorative courtyards and stunning hilltop vistas, and find your way to Jaipur’s vibrant markets for artisan crafts and precious jewels.
Houseboat Cruises
Take a peaceful journey on a classic houseboat while you sail through calming waters while taking in sights of great, tropical scenery. Passengers can dine on fresh local fare while traversing Kerala’s famed backwaters, observing exotic wildlife along the lush riverbanks.