Indian Subcontinent

The remote kingdom of Bhutan, with its fascinating cultural heritage and beautiful mountain scenery, was off limits to tourists until 1974. Today, the country continues to preserve its customs and age-old traditions as revealed in this comprehensive tour, which travels through western and central Bhutan visiting the forts, monasteries and markets of the ‘Dragon Kingdom’.
2012 Eastern Himalayan Trails Small group journey -11 Days / 10 Nights Colonial Calcutta • Magnificent Buddhist Monasteries • Stunning Himalaya Scenery

East India is home to stunning scenery, remarkable religious monuments and vibrant cultural centres. Beginning in Kolkata (Calcutta), considered by many to be the cultural capital of India, this journey reveals the finest of the region. Venturing into the hills this tour captures the beautiful Buddhist monasteries that scatter the landscape. The journey ends in the remote hill station of Darjeeling, which is set among beautiful mountain scenery, tea plantations and an abundance of flowers.
2012 Forts & Palaces Of Rajasthan Small group journey -14 Days / 13 Nights Comprehensive Tour Of Rajasthan • Includes Stylish Desert Camp • Character Accommodation

The princely states of Rajputana, now Rajasthan, were once the domain of courageous warriors and lavish ruling dynasties. Following a tour of Delhi and Agra, this journey travels into the heart of Rajasthan and explores many of the region’s magnificent forts and palaces, atmospheric cities and stunning desert scenery.
2012 Grand Tour Of Northern India Small group journey -14 Days / 13 Nights The Great Holy City Varanasi • Comprehensive Tour • Direct Jet Airways Flights

Explore the rich heritage and diverse cultural influences of northern India. This tour encompasses the holy city of Varanasi, the intricately carved temples at Khajuraho, the iconic Taj Mahal, Jodhpur’s blue-washed houses and bustling market, and the beautiful lakes and palaces of Udaipur.
2012 Grand Tour Of South India Small group journey -15 Days / 14 Nights Princely Mysore • Tropical Kerala • Exotic temples

The delicate scent of spices, the sound of temple bells, exotic flora and fauna, and miles of beautiful beaches all characterise southern India. This journey encompasses the best of the region, travelling through colonial hill stations and tropical backwaters while discovering flamboyant temples and a rich cultural and historical heritage.
2012 Gujarat’s Untamed Wilderness Small group journey -12 Days / 11 Nights Asiatic lions in Gir • Blackbucks in Velavadar • Wild ass in Dasada • Expert-led by Dr Chavda

This exciting Private Journey through the vibrant state of Gujarat offers the chance to experience local crafts, exquisite architecture and unspoiled wildlife reserves. The journey also explores the remains of the ancient Indus valley civilization, medieval towns and atmospheric villages.
2012 Highlights of India & Nepal Small group journey -16 Days / 15 Nights Taj Mahal • Chitwan elephant safari • Majestic Himalaya

Offering an inspiring introduction to the Subcontinent, this journey combines India and Nepal’s cultural and natural wonders. Delving into centuries of history, the tour uncovers ornate temples, magnificent Islamic architecture and marbled palaces, while the region’s exceptional natural beauty is revealed in tropical jungles and the spectacular Himalaya.
2012 Indian Experience Small group journey -8 Days / 7 Nights Stylish Introductory Tour • Exceptional Value • 4 to 5 Star Hotels

Experience a taste of India on this outstanding introductory tour of the country’s most famous sights. Exploring the Golden Triangle, this journey combines imperial Delhi with the legendary Taj Mahal at Agra and a three-night stay in a former royal hunting lodge near the Pink City of Jaipur.
2012 Journey From The Golden Temple Small group journey -9 Days / 8 Nights Golden Temple of Amritsar • Taragarh Palace • Himalayan Foothills • Shimla

Starting from the holy city of Amritsar, home of the Golden Temple, this tour travels through the foothills of the Himalaya to Shimla, the summer capital of ‘British India’. Along the way, the diversity of north-west India is explored with visits to Dharamsala, and its Buddhist temples and monasteries, and the wonderful Kangra valley.
2012 Journey To Nepal Small group journey -8 Days / 7 Nights Himalayan scenery • Chitwan elephant safari • Kathmandu valley

Culturally rich and extraordinarily beautiful, the Himalayan republic of Nepal offers a wealth of spectacular sights. This journey focuses on the country’s finest, combining the ancient sites of the Kathmandu valley, the mountains and valleys of the Himalaya and the jungles of Chitwan, home to the rare Bengal tiger. The tour includes an option to extend your stay with a trek through the mountain villages of the Annapurna valley.
2012 Ladakh & The Himalayan Foothills Small group journey -16 Days / 15 Nights Festival Departures • Buddhist Monasteries • Himalayan Desert

Ladakh is a wildly beautiful land of highland deserts, lush green valleys and snow-capped peaks. Dotted with monasteries and fluttering prayer flags, the villages retain strong Buddhist cultural links with Tibet. This journey combines Ladakh with the holy Sikh city of Amritsar and the mountainous state of Himachal Pradesh.
2012 Spice Lands of Kerala Small group journey -8 Days / 7 Nights Historic Cochin • Keralan Backwaters • Cardamom Hills • Tropical Beach

Exceptionally beautiful and tranquil, the south Indian state of Kerala is characterised by meandering rivers, rice fields, spice plantations, verdant hills and palm-fringed beaches. This gently paced tour takes in the most captivating areas, including the charming port city of Kochi (Cochin) and the backwaters, which can be explored by boat for a wonderful glimpse into rural village life.
2012 Sri Lanka: The Enchanted Island Small group journey -13 Days / 12 Nights Superior accomodation • Archaeological triangle • Yala National Park

The island nation of Sri Lanka, formerly Ceylon, is rich in cultural, archaeological and natural treasures. This comprehensive tour visits both the popular and some of the lesser-known sites in northern, central and southern Sri Lanka, offering a full flavour of the rich diversity of this enchanting island.
2012 Taj Mahal to Tropical Kerala Small group journey -16 Days / 15 Nights Golden Triangle • Keralan Backwaters • Tropical Beaches

From the iconic Taj Mahal to the beautiful Keralan backwaters, the highlights of both north and south India are explored on this superb introductory tour. Contrasting the architecture and grand monuments of the vibrant cities in the Golden Triangle with the tranquil landscapes of tropical Kerala, this journey encapsulates the very essence of India.