India
Ghat in Varanasi (Photo: Gerdien)Vibrant. Colorful. Enchanting. Mysterious. India has long been described as "a land of many diverse countries", and indeed it continues to ring true. In a state of perpetual stimulation, your senses will rejoice as you experience the essence of authentic India. Women in bright colored saris, bustling bazaars, the cool air of a mountain tea estate, the fragrant aroma of a spice market. Sacred cows share the streets with working elephants and cycle rickshaws. Unlike anywhere else, India walks a beautiful tightrope between modern amenities and historic traditions. Each stop in these itineraries is intended to introduce you to a new aspect of this historic and beautiful land, so make this the trip of your lifetime!
Leveraging our family’s connection, we have been organizing trips in Sikkim and Darjeeling for over a decade. And from 2009 we will begin to offer trips in “mainland” India.
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Sample itineraries:
North India:
A quick visit in North India to the major sites of Delhi, Jaipur and Agra.
South India:
Visit Tamil-nadu and Kerala in South India. A relaxed, slow-paced itinerary to temples, beaches and the famous back-waters in South India.
Featured Trips 2010:
North India:
Visit Jaipur, the famous pink city, and witness the town’s amazing transformation at sunset. Experience and honor sacred life on the Ganges River, as it’s been for millennia, at Varanasi. Be humbled by the Taj Mahal, one of the Seven Wonders of the World. Trace Buddhism back to its roots at Sarnath, where the Buddha himself learned and taught. See the time-honored silk production techniques & more!
South India:
Explore Kerala’s famous backwaters in classic, luxurious Keralan style. Visit the pristine 8th century shore temples of Mamalapuram. Stay in South India’s tea capital, Munnar, and tour the breathtaking tea plantations. Taste your way through a natural spice garden. There's much more...
Multi country trips:
If culture, history and people fascinate you, this trip is ideal. Places visited on this trip include Delhi, Agra, Jaipur and Varanasi in India and Kathmandu in Nepal.
All itineraries listed above can be customized to suit your schedule and needs.