Luxury India Holidays
India: Palaces, tigers, and sacred rivers
India balances heritage with living traditions. Seek tigers and forest light in Bandhavgarh National Park, then trace coastal history and thriving arts in Chennai. Journeys span temple towns, spice-scented markets, and sunrise rituals along holy rivers. Travel at a thoughtful pace, with time for craft, cuisine, and conversation. Evenings bring calm, stories, and warm hospitality.
Why Wayfairer
Will it suit how we like to travel?
Yes, your destination specialist will design your trip around your specific interests and preferred pace of travel.
Who shapes our experience?
Experts who listen first, then connect the days, places, and people into a journey that feels seamless and personal.
Who helps if our plans change?
Your 24/7 Concierge takes care of the details before your trip and steps in if things do not go as planned, so you can simply enjoy the journey.
When to go to India
Cool and pleasant across most of India. Ideal for Rajasthan, Kerala, and wildlife parks. Snowy in the Himalayas.
One of the best months to visit. Comfortable temperatures and colorful festivals make travel easy and rewarding.
Warm and dry, perfect for the Golden Triangle, Kerala, and Goa. Holi festival adds vibrant local experiences.
Hot in the plains, but pleasant in the Himalayas and central parks. Excellent wildlife viewing as animals gather near water.
Very hot in much of India. Hill stations, Ladakh, and the Himalayas offer cooler escapes. Good for tiger safaris.
Monsoon begins in the south and west, bringing lush scenery. Still dry in the north and Himalayas.
Rainy in most regions, but ideal for wellness retreats and fewer tourists. Ladakh and Leh remain dry and stunning.
Still monsoon season, but cultural experiences thrive. Kerala and Goa see rain, while the north remains accessible.
Monsoon fades, and greenery remains. Excellent for photographers and cultural travelers before the peak crowds.
Dry, warm, and one of the best times to explore across India. Great for both culture and wildlife.
Clear skies, festivals, and comfortable weather nationwide. Perfect for luxury and cultural touring.
Peak travel month. Cool in the north, warm in the south, and ideal for exploring Rajasthan and Kerala.
Ready to start planning
Talk to a Wayfairer travel specialist who will design a trip around you. No fixed tours, no pressure, just honest advice and ideas tailored to your style.
Ettienne Froneman
Colin Walsh
Danielle Wilson Naqvi
Juliana Valderrama
Catherine Thiongo
Ellie Jones-Perrott
Where to go in India
Track tigers, deer, and birds in Bandhavgarh National Park’s sal forests and meadows. In Chennai, explore Dravidian temples, arts districts, and coastal heritage. Together they offer wildlife focus and urban culture, anchored by deep traditions and everyday life.
Bandhavgarh National Park
Bandhavgarh National Park in Central India is renowned for its high concentration of Bengal tigers, making it a premier destination for tiger sightings.
Once the exclusive hunting ground of the Maharajas of Rewa, Bandhavgarh National Park is now a globally renowned sanctuary boasting the highest density of Royal Bengal Tigers in India. The landscape is a dramatic fusion of history and wilderness, where dense Sal forests and bamboo thickets are dominated by the 2,000-year-old Bandhavgarh Fort perched atop a central plateau.
Jeep safaris here offer high-octane thrills in a setting reminiscent of The Jungle Book, offering chances to spot leopards and sloth bears alongside the striped cats. Guests retreat to exquisite jungle lodges that combine colonial charm with modern luxury, ensuring a comfortable and atmospheric immersion into the heart of wild India.
Chennai
Chennai offers a rich blend of cultural, historical, and modern attractions. The city is renowned for its magnificent temples and heritage sites.
As the vibrant gateway to South India, Chennai (formerly Madras) captivates with its deep-rooted Dravidian heritage and artistic soul. Distinct from the north, this coastal capital is a sensory tapestry of towering ancient temples, colonial British architecture, and the rhythmic beat of classical Carnatic music.
Food lovers will find paradise here, exploring the aromatic streets of Mylapore to sample authentic filter coffee and spicy Chettinad cuisine. Beyond the urban energy, the city opens onto the vast Marina Beach, one of the longest in the world. Staying in historic luxury hotels that blend old-world charm with modern comfort, guests enjoy a sophisticated and culturally immersive launchpad for exploring the treasures of Tamil Nadu.
Customizable Luxury Tours
Rural Rajasthan
Tailor Made From £4,950 per person
This stunning luxury India holiday gives you an opportunity to visit Rajasthan’s most famous cities, plus you’ll get off the beaten track as you explore rural villages and interact with the locals.
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