"....There is only one India - the land of dreams & romances..." raved Mark Twain.
Speaking of romance, Edward Lear in 1878 declared,
" Henceforth, let the inhabitants of the world be divided into two classes--them 'as has seen the Taj Mahal and them 'as hasn't'...".
The charm, the wonders, the mystic of the land of eternal love lingers on.
No where else in the world will one experience a greater diversity of religions, cultures, art, heritage & life-styles!
The enigmas only add to its appeal.
The sub-continent is a land you can immerse yourself in and emerge deeply enriched.
The experience is everlasting!
~ Celerate Festivals with the Maharaja ~
-- These once-a-year trips have been very carefully arranged to coincide with the colorful and different festivals of North & South India -- thus making them extra ordinary.
Back by popular requests, we are excited to provide you again, with the following journeys that will simply be unforgettable --
FESTIVALS, FAIRS, TAJ MAHAL & TIGERS! (Part 1)
India - Nepal - Kulu - Manali - Sikkim - Darjeeling
(w/Dusshera & Diwali Festivals)
(Oct, 2020 - please inquire about the exact dates)
Part 1 covers North and South India's biggest festivals!
Join expert bi lingual trip leader and our experienced team of native experts -- senior level guides, naturalists, game rangers on these once-a-year trips that have been
very carefully designed for connoisseurs to coincide with the colorful but different festivals of NORTH & SOUTH INDIA -- thus making them extra ordinary....no one else offers trips like these!
During this period, there are several major festivals celebrated by the Hindus of India -- Dusshera & Diwali (Festival Of Lights).
Thus, we have created a fun-filled program which includes the Dusshera festival in the mountain cities of Kulu-Manali, where the images of the different Gods are brought down from the various valleys.
Then we travel South to attend the 'invitation-only' Dusshera festivities at the Royal Palace, where the
present Maharaja conducts these 'private' ceremonies personally --- Blessing of the Arms, a Wrestling Match and colorful parade are scheduled.
We celebrate DIWALI in Rajasthan, the desert state where the mighty Maharajas ruled for centuries.
Highlights include visits to
Delhi, Calcutta & Mother Teresa's Center, Varanasi, Khajuraho Temples, Kulu & Manali, Bangalore, Mysore, Nagarhole Tiger Reserve
NEPAL & Chitwan National Park
Special excursion to the mountain state of SIKKIM & DARJEELING (of world famous Darjeeling Tea fame) is also included.
Contact us for full details!
CULTURES & CUISINES OF INDIA!
Taj, Tea, Tandoors, Temples & Tigers!
(OCT THRU APRIL)
Dining in the Indian Sub-Continent is a very special affair.
Diversity is synonymous with India and its cuisines are no exception.
Given the course of its checkered history, India has absorbed many culinary influences that have evolved over 5,000 years resulting
in the sheer diversity of cuisines and cooking styles -- many more than one would encounter in all of Europe combined.
Cook with 5 star chefs and test your taste buds as we embark upon this gastronomical adventure discovering
the most delicious and varied cuisines from all over India -- North, South, East & West.
This unique experience is possible only with our Luxury Style trips featuring the finest accommodations where we serve up India as the main entree
and the optional Nepal extension served for dessert.
Authentic folk music, dance performances, home visits and much more.
Highlights include visits to Taj Mahal, Delhi, Jaipur, Udaipur, Bombay, Goa, Bangalore, Mysore, Hyderabad, Orrisa
21 days of fun with a small groups depart Oct thru April with limited seats
OR you can request this itinerary for your preferred dates of travel
FESTIVALS, FAIRS, TAJ MAHAL & TIGERS! (Part 2)
PUSHKAR DESERT FAIR & DIWALI (Festival Of Lights)
(Oct/Nov - please inquire about the exact dates)
This extra ordinary & HIGHLY POPULAR annual trip is also planned around the other major festivals of India - (two of which couldn't be included in Part 1).
Diwali (The Festival of Lights) celebrations hosted in Jaipur at the grand Rambagh Palace (also our home for 2 nights).
The world famous Pushkar Desert Festival & Camel Fair, where thousands of camels and livestock
are sold/bartered in the desert (like they have been since ancient times) at full-moon every November.
Tasty Indian cuisines, Dance, Drama, Music, tribal culture and a whole lot of fun is all included on this fantastic trip.
Highlights include visits to
Jaipur, Udaipur's Lake Palace, Jodhpur, Ranakpur Temples, Bikaner, Rohetgarh & Narlai villages,
Kaledeo Bird Sanctuary, Ranthambore Tiger Reserve, Taj Mahal & Delhi
Optional 5 to 14 day Nepal & Tiger Tops extensions:
For those of you who haven't had enough fun yet, we will take you to Nepal, the Shangri-La of the Himalayas -- Kathmandu Valley, Mt. Everest,
TigerTops, Chitwan & Bardia National Parks, Tharu Villages,
Dhulikel Mountain Resort, Scenic Pokhara and the Annapurna Mountains, Bhaktapur, Patan, Monastaries, Monks, Rivers, Jungles and much more.
Tibet can also be done with this trip as well.
