India Colours of Heritage

Delhi — From Ancient Alleys to Imperial Avenues

Delhi is a tale of two cities — and today, you’ll explore both. Begin your morning with your private guide in Old Delhi, weaving through spice-laden lanes by rickshaw. Visit Jama Masjid, India’s largest mosque, and stroll through Chandni Chowk, a maze of stalls brimming with bangles, street food and silk.

Then shift tempo in New Delhi: stand beneath India Gate, pass the Presidential Palace, and marvel at the Mughal majesty of Humayun’s Tomb and the soaring Qutub Minar.

Between ancient minarets and colonial boulevards, Delhi sets the stage for the contrasts to come.

Breakfast included

The Taj Mahal and Agra’s Mughal Majesty

Depart Delhi by private car for Agra — home of one of the world’s most iconic monuments. After settling into your hotel, your expert guide will escort you to the Taj Mahal. Witness its marble brilliance shift with the sun, and learn the romantic (and tragic) story behind this world wonder.

Later, explore Agra Fort, a red sandstone fortress where royal intrigue unfolded across generations. The views of the Taj Mahal from its balconies are truly unforgettable.

Breakfast included
1 night in Agra – stay in the hotel standard you choose

Abandoned Cities and Jaipur’s Welcome

En route to Jaipur, stop at the ghost city of Fatehpur Sikri — a remarkably preserved 16th-century Mughal capital, abandoned just decades after construction.

Then continue into the heart of Rajasthan to arrive in Jaipur, the Pink City. Pastel palaces, amber fortresses, and lively bazaars await. Check in to your hotel, with the rest of your day free to explore or unwind.

Breakfast included
2 nights in Jaipur – stay in the hotel standard you choose

Palaces, Temples & Royal Secrets

Our Deluxe travellers will get an early start to experience the daily life of locals in Jaipur. They’ll visit morning markets, walk through narrow alleys, and witness famous snack sellers who have been in business for more than 90 years. They will also get the opportunity to participate in morning prayers at the Hindu temple before returning to the hotel for breakfast.

After breakfast at the hotel, head out with your private English-speaking guide to visit the magnificent Amber Fort and experience a blessing at the Shila Mata Temple. Amber Palace, also known as Amber Fort, is one of the most beautiful palaces in India. With its large ramparts, maze-like passages and cobbled paths, the fort overlooks Maota Lake, the primary water source for the Amer Palace.

In the afternoon, take a trip to the City Palace Museum to see an imposing blend of traditional Rajasthani and Mughal Art. The museum has robes of royal princes, carpets, an armoury and miniature paintings portraying court scenes, battle scenes, and processions.

Indulgence travellers will enjoy an exclusive private tour of the residential areas of the royal family, which is restricted to general visitors. There they will enjoy a cup of tea/coffee in one of the living rooms before taking memorable pictures of these beautifully decorated rooms where Princess Diana had once dined.

Next, visit the awe-inspiring Jantar Mantar, a stone astrological and astronomical Observatory and a photo visit to the Hawa Mahal (Palace of Winds) before spending some time in the city’s crowded and colourful bazaars picking up your final souvenirs for the day.

Breakfast included

Note: We do not encourage an elephant back ride at the fort, where the animal is used as a taxi and made for walking on the concrete and stone paths. Instead, we can offer an optional exclusive interaction with rescued elephants at Dera Amer, where you can paint the elephant with natural colours that do not damage the skin and bathe them before enjoying lunch from locally grown organic vegetables. More information can be found in your travel booklet if you would like to include this experience.

Fly to Varanasi — City of Light

Today, fly to Varanasi, India’s spiritual heart. A city unlike any other, Varanasi pulses with ritual, devotion and mystery.

Your driver will be waiting to transfer you to your hotel. Spend your evening soaking up the atmosphere or strolling the ghats — where the sacred Ganges quietly flows and the divine feels just within reach.

Breakfast included
2 nights in Varanasi – stay in the hotel standard you choose

Sunrise Rituals and Sacred Encounters

Rise early for a soul-stirring sunrise boat ride on the Ganges. Watch saffron-robed priests perform morning rites, and locals bathe in sacred waters beneath the rising sun.

After breakfast, visit Bharat Mata Temple and Durga Temple, followed by a walk through Banaras Hindu University to see the gleaming white marble New Vishwanath Temple.

Later, head to Sarnath, where Buddha gave his first sermon. Then, as night falls, return to the river to witness the Aarti Ceremony, where fire and chanting light up the banks in a hypnotic tribute to life and spirit.

Breakfast included (Dinner is included for Deluxe and Indulgence)

Southbound to Kochi — Kerala’s Cultural Gateway

Today, fly to Kochi on India’s southern coast. Known as the Queen of the Arabian Sea, Kochi is layered with Portuguese, Dutch and Indian influences — a relaxed yet vibrant mix.

After check-in, the evening is yours. Catch a seaside breeze, enjoy the local seafood or relax with a drink as palm trees sway.

Breakfast included
2 nights in Kochi

Spice Routes and Kathakali Performance

Explore Kochi’s multicultural soul: stroll the lanes of Jew Town, admire hand-painted tiles in the Synagogue, and view the elegant murals of the Mattancherry Palace.

Witness the famous Chinese fishing nets in action, and visit St. Francis Church, where Vasco da Gama was once buried.

Later, Deluxe and Indulgence guests will join a warm local family in their kitchen to learn the secrets of traditional Keralan cuisine — and savour the results together.

This evening, enjoy a mesmerising Kathakali dance performance under the stars — a swirl of colour, music and ancient storytelling.

Breakfast included (Lunch included for Deluxe and Indulgence)

Hillside Escape to Munnar

Journey inland to Munnar, a former British hill station nestled in the Western Ghats. Surrounded by emerald tea plantations and mist-draped hills, Munnar is serenity made real.

After check-in, enjoy the fresh mountain air with an optional walk or spa treatment.

Breakfast included
2 nights in Munnar

The Tea Trail Experience

Visit the Lockhart Tea Estate and follow the journey of your morning brew — from leaf to cup. Walk with tea-pickers, learn about processing techniques, and try your hand at picking the perfect leaf.

Later, explore Munnar’s markets or return to your hotel to simply savour the view.

Breakfast included

Cruise the Kerala Backwaters

Descend to Alleppey, where your private houseboat cruise awaits. Glide through a quiet web of canals, lagoons and lakes that define Kerala’s slower pace of life.

Enjoy a freshly prepared lunch onboard, using local ingredients and age-old recipes — think coconut-laced curries and sweet plantains.

Disembark in Kumarakom, where your lakeside retreat welcomes you for a tranquil evening.

Breakfast and lunch are included
2 nights in Kumarakom – stay in the hotel standard you choose

Birdsong and Slow Time

Visit the Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary, home to herons, cormorants and migratory birds from as far as Siberia. Glide silently in a canoe or stroll shaded trails beneath whispering palms.

Return to your resort to relax — read by the pool, sip chai by the water, or book an Ayurvedic massage to close your journey in perfect harmony.

Breakfast included

Farewell to India

After breakfast, your private driver will transfer you to Kochi International Airport for your flight home or onward adventure.

Breakfast included