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Sunset River View, Ahilya Fort, Maheshwar, India

Ahilya Fort

Forts and Palaces
Central India, India

A stay at Ahilya Fort is an experience straight out of the 18th century. Situated high above the banks of the sacred Narmada River, Ahilya Fort was the capital of one of India’s celebrated women rulers – Ahilya Bai Holkar.

Why we like Ahilya Fort

Ahilya Fort offers the real India and focuses on you being part of the experience rather than an onlooker. The owner is Prince Richard Holkar who has a strong penchant for cooking. This is reflected in the dining experiences on offer at the Fort.

Adventure Traveller
Family Gatherings

£££££

Ahilya Fort, Maheshwar, India

Ahilya Fort, Maheshwar, India

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Echoes of Empire: A Ganges river cruise

This seven-night river cruise from Farakka to Kolkata reveals the soul of Bengal, blending cultural discovery with comfort aboard the ABN Rajmahal. The boutique vessel feels personal and refined.

8 days from £2,995pp

Woman on Boat, Ganges

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Group tour

Photographic Safari with Paul Goldstein

Since first leading a safari in India in 1998, award-winning photographer Paul Goldstein has introduced more than 500 travellers to the thrill of their first wild tiger.

Departing 29th April 2026

11 days from £6,735pp

Tiger, India, by Paul Goldstein

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Group tour

Kings of Tiger Conservation

More than a typical tiger safari, this unique conservation-focused journey offers unmatched insight into the survival story of the Bengal tiger.

Departing 9th March 2027

14 days from £8,295pp

Tiger walking along road, Dudhwa National Park, India

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Group tour

India: A Private View – The Mughal Legacy with Ursula Weekes

For those keen to better understand India, and for those who believe that knowledge and understanding of a country is best achieved through art and history, this alternative itinerary through Rajasthan and the ‘Golden Triangle’ of Delhi-Agra-Jaipur is an opportunity not to…

Departing 13th February 2027

15 days from £8,500pp

Fatehpur Sikri archways and fort, Agra, India

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Wildlife Safari in Kanha, Pench and Satpura

With small private eco-lodges providing a comfortable base, discover the rich biodiversity of India’s most prolific national parks. Pench is famous for its leopard sightings, while the dense forests and the large prey base at Kanha, provide the perfect territory for tigers.

15 days from £6,500pp

Axis Deer, India

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Golden Eagle Madras Mail – South India by Luxury Train

Journey through Southern India, covering everything from India’s most important cities of Mumbai and Hyderabad to spectacular World Heritage Sites and the coastlines of Goa and Kerala.

15 days from £14,205pp

Deccan Odyssey Train, Rajasthan, India

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Group tour

On the Trail of Snow Leopards

This snow leopard group tour works with the Snow Leopard Conservancy Trust India in Ladakh and is accompanied by a team of expert trackers from the mountain community of Ulley as well as an Indian naturalist. Spend five full days exploring the Ulley…

Departing 2nd February 2027

12 days from £6,595pp

Rare and elusive snow leopard on mountain top lookout, Ladakh, India

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Tiger Safari in Central India

This holiday suggestion is perfect for anyone keen to see tigers in the wild. Experience 10 game drives over eight days, accompanied by best-in-field naturalists, in three of the top tiger parks in India; Kanha, Bandhavgarh and Panna.

10 days from £5,995pp

Bengal Tiger, Bandhavgarh National Park, India

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Forts and Palaces of Rajasthan

Picture India in your mind’s eye and there’s a strong chance you will think of Rajasthan. Begin with the legendary Taj Mahal before taking a deep dive into the region’s most vibrant cities. This holiday also takes time to visit some of…

14 days from £6,595pp

Detail of decorated gateway, Amber fort, Jaipur, Rajasthan, India

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Highlights of Kerala – Cochin, Munnar and Backwaters

For a slower but no less rewarding Indian holiday, head south to the laid-back state of Kerala, home to hillside tea estates, exceptional beaches, wildlife parks and vibrant ports and cities.

12 days from £5,495pp

Tea Estates, Munnar, Kerala, India

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Need Inspiration?
Browse our India holiday ideas.

We know a thing or two about bespoke holidays – we’ve been creating them since 1989. Take a trip through the India holidays that we love today.

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Echoes of Empire: A Ganges river cruise

This seven-night river cruise from Farakka to Kolkata reveals the soul of Bengal, blending cultural discovery with comfort aboard the ABN Rajmahal. The boutique vessel feels personal and refined.

8 days from £2,995pp

Woman on Boat, Ganges

View Holiday Idea

Group tour

Photographic Safari with Paul Goldstein

Since first leading a safari in India in 1998, award-winning photographer Paul Goldstein has introduced more than 500 travellers to the thrill of their first wild tiger.

Departing 29th April 2026

11 days from £6,735pp

Tiger, India, by Paul Goldstein

View Group Tour

Group tour

Kings of Tiger Conservation

More than a typical tiger safari, this unique conservation-focused journey offers unmatched insight into the survival story of the Bengal tiger.

Departing 9th March 2027

14 days from £8,295pp

Tiger walking along road, Dudhwa National Park, India

View Group Tour

Group tour

India: A Private View – The Mughal Legacy with Ursula Weekes

For those keen to better understand India, and for those who believe that knowledge and understanding of a country is best achieved through art and history, this alternative itinerary through Rajasthan and the ‘Golden Triangle’ of Delhi-Agra-Jaipur is an opportunity…

Departing 13th February 2027

15 days from £8,500pp

Fatehpur Sikri archways and fort, Agra, India

View Group Tour

Idea

Wildlife Safari in Kanha, Pench and Satpura

With small private eco-lodges providing a comfortable base, discover the rich biodiversity of India’s most prolific national parks. Pench is famous for its leopard sightings, while the dense forests and the large prey base at Kanha, provide the perfect territory for…

15 days from £6,500pp

Axis Deer, India

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Golden Eagle Madras Mail – South India by Luxury Train

Journey through Southern India, covering everything from India’s most important cities of Mumbai and Hyderabad to spectacular World Heritage Sites and the coastlines of Goa and Kerala.

15 days from £14,205pp

Deccan Odyssey Train, Rajasthan, India

View Holiday Idea

Group tour

On the Trail of Snow Leopards

This snow leopard group tour works with the Snow Leopard Conservancy Trust India in Ladakh and is accompanied by a team of expert trackers from the mountain community of Ulley as well as an Indian naturalist. Spend five full days exploring…

Departing 2nd February 2027

12 days from £6,595pp

Rare and elusive snow leopard on mountain top lookout, Ladakh, India

View Group Tour

Idea

Tiger Safari in Central India

This holiday suggestion is perfect for anyone keen to see tigers in the wild. Experience 10 game drives over eight days, accompanied by best-in-field naturalists, in three of the top tiger parks in India; Kanha, Bandhavgarh and Panna.

10 days from £5,995pp

Bengal Tiger, Bandhavgarh National Park, India

View Holiday Idea

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Forts and Palaces of Rajasthan

Picture India in your mind’s eye and there’s a strong chance you will think of Rajasthan. Begin with the legendary Taj Mahal before taking a deep dive into the region’s most vibrant cities. This holiday also takes time to visit…

14 days from £6,595pp

Detail of decorated gateway, Amber fort, Jaipur, Rajasthan, India

View Holiday Idea

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Highlights of Kerala – Cochin, Munnar and Backwaters

For a slower but no less rewarding Indian holiday, head south to the laid-back state of Kerala, home to hillside tea estates, exceptional beaches, wildlife parks and vibrant ports and cities.

12 days from £5,495pp

Tea Estates, Munnar, Kerala, India

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Need Inspiration?
Browse our India holiday ideas.

We know a thing or two about bespoke holidays – we’ve been creating them since 1989. Take a trip through the India holidays that we love today.

Idea

Echoes of Empire: A Ganges river cruise

This seven-night river cruise from Farakka to Kolkata reveals the soul of Bengal, blending cultural discovery…

8 days from £2,995pp

Woman on Boat, Ganges

View Holiday Idea

Group tour

Photographic Safari with Paul Goldstein

Since first leading a safari in India in 1998, award-winning photographer Paul Goldstein has introduced more…

Departing 29th April 2026

11 days from £6,735pp

Tiger, India, by Paul Goldstein

View Group Tour

Group tour

Kings of Tiger Conservation

More than a typical tiger safari, this unique conservation-focused journey offers unmatched insight into the survival…

Departing 9th March 2027

14 days from £8,295pp

Tiger walking along road, Dudhwa National Park, India

View Group Tour

Group tour

India: A Private View – The Mughal Legacy with Ursula Weekes

For those keen to better understand India, and for those who believe that knowledge and understanding…

Departing 13th February 2027

15 days from £8,500pp

Fatehpur Sikri archways and fort, Agra, India

View Group Tour

Idea

Wildlife Safari in Kanha, Pench and Satpura

With small private eco-lodges providing a comfortable base, discover the rich biodiversity of India’s most prolific…

15 days from £6,500pp

Axis Deer, India

View Holiday Idea

Idea

Golden Eagle Madras Mail – South India by Luxury Train

Journey through Southern India, covering everything from India’s most important cities of Mumbai and Hyderabad to…

15 days from £14,205pp

Deccan Odyssey Train, Rajasthan, India

View Holiday Idea

Group tour

On the Trail of Snow Leopards

This snow leopard group tour works with the Snow Leopard Conservancy Trust India in Ladakh and…

Departing 2nd February 2027

12 days from £6,595pp

Rare and elusive snow leopard on mountain top lookout, Ladakh, India

View Group Tour

Idea

Tiger Safari in Central India

This holiday suggestion is perfect for anyone keen to see tigers in the wild. Experience 10…

10 days from £5,995pp

Bengal Tiger, Bandhavgarh National Park, India

View Holiday Idea

Idea

Forts and Palaces of Rajasthan

Picture India in your mind’s eye and there’s a strong chance you will think of Rajasthan.…

14 days from £6,595pp

Detail of decorated gateway, Amber fort, Jaipur, Rajasthan, India

View Holiday Idea

Idea

Highlights of Kerala – Cochin, Munnar and Backwaters

For a slower but no less rewarding Indian holiday, head south to the laid-back state of…

12 days from £5,495pp

Tea Estates, Munnar, Kerala, India

View Holiday Idea

Where to stay in India

Our team has handpicked this collection of properties to give you luxury options in styles to suit any journey.

More luxury accommodation

Taj Usha Kiran Palace Hotel

Forts and Palaces
£££££

Usha Kiran Palace, Gwalior is a 40 room heritage hotel managed by the Taj Group and is the best place to stay in Gwalior. Usha Kiran Palace Hotel is a real surprise. Old world charm and…

Taj Usha Kiran Palace Hotel, Gwalior, India

Taj Falaknuma Palace

Forts and Palaces
£££££

The former residence of the royal family of Hyderabad, The Falaknuma Palace has been leased to the Taj Group of Hotels and refurbished into a truly remarkable palace hotel.

Taj Falaknuma Palace, Hyderabad, India

Saraca Hotel Lucknow

City
£££££

The Saraca hotel in Lucknow is a small heritage property in central Lucknow. Originally built in 1936, the structure is a traditional bungalow overlooking a large, green lawn. It reflects the “Art Deco” architecture of the…

Lebua Saraca Estate, Lucknow, India

Nadesar Palace

Forts and Palaces
£££££

History soaked Taj Nadesar Palace has been hosting guests since its inception in 1835. A former palace, now a micro boutique historic hotel, with only 10 rooms complimented by 32 acres of landscaped grounds set in…

Taj Nadesar Palace, Varanasi, India

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