Highlights of North & South India

Upon arrival in Delhi, you’ll receive VIP airport assistance and a private transfer to The Imperial New Delhi, a heritage landmark offering colonial grandeur. Settle in, relax at the spa, or enjoy high tea in the elegant Atrium lounge. A welcome dinner can be arranged at the hotel’s award-winning Indian restaurant.

Explore the capital’s contrasts in comfort with your private guide. Visit the grand Jama Masjid and take a rickshaw through the bustling lanes of Old Delhi. In New Delhi, see the India Gate, Humayun’s Tomb, and the Qutub Minar. Enjoy lunch at a contemporary Indian bistro and return to your hotel for a leisurely evening.

Travel to Agra by private luxury car or executive train. Check in to The Oberoi Amarvilas, where every room offers an uninterrupted view of the Taj Mahal. In the afternoon, visit Agra Fort and the exquisite tomb of Itimad-ud-Daulah. Return for a sunset view of the Taj from your private balcony.

Experience the Taj Mahal in its quietest, most magical hour—sunrise—with your private guide and photographer. After breakfast, go on a scenic drive to Jaipur, stopping at the abandoned Mughal capital of Fatehpur Sikri en route. Upon arrival, check in to the regal Rambagh Palace, once home to Jaipur’s Maharaja.

Tour Amber Fort by vintage jeep and walk through its mirrored halls and painted frescoes. Visit the City Palace and Jantar Mantar with exclusive access to the royal quarters. Enjoy curated shopping in Jaipur’s artisan districts, followed by a private dinner at a noble family’s haveli.

Enjoy a leisurely morning in Jaipur. Later, return to Delhi by air or private vehicle depending on your preference. Overnight at an airport luxury hotel such as The Roseate or return to The Imperial to prepare for your southern adventure.

Board a morning flight to Cochin. On arrival, check in to Brunton Boatyard or Taj Malabar Resort overlooking the Arabian Sea. In the evening, enjoy a private sunset cruise and a traditional Kathakali dance performance.

Explore Fort Kochi with your private guide: the Dutch Palace, Jewish Synagogue, Chinese fishing nets, and colonial churches. Visit a spice market and meet a local chef for a personalized cooking demonstration. Return to your hotel for a leisurely afternoon.

Drive through scenic plantations and forested hills to Thekkady, home to Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary. Check in to Spice Village or Cardamom Club by CGH Earth, nestled in the lush hills. Take a spice plantation walk with a naturalist or enjoy an Ayurvedic wellness session at the eco-resort.

Enjoy a guided boat ride on Lake Periyar to spot wildlife, including elephants and birdlife. Visit a tribal village or take a bamboo rafting excursion. In the evening, attend a martial arts (Kalaripayattu) performance or unwind with a traditional Kerala massage.

Travel to Alleppey and board your private luxury houseboat, a traditional kettuvallam equipped with modern comforts and a personal chef. Cruise gently through Kerala’s iconic backwaters, passing rice paddies, fishing villages, and coconut groves. Dine on deck and sleep to the sound of water lapping beneath you.

Land at Kumarakom and check in to Kumarakom Lake Resort, a tranquil hideaway by Vembanad Lake. Spend the afternoon at leisure — enjoy a lakeside Ayurvedic treatment, go bird-watching, or simply relax in your villa with a plunge pool.

Take the day to unwind in nature. Enjoy yoga, meditation, or a private boat ride to observe village life. For those interested in wellness, full-day Ayurvedic programs can be arranged. End your trip with a candlelit dinner by the water, celebrating your journey through two remarkable regions of India.

Fly from Cochin to Delhi in business class. On arrival, enjoy lounge access and VIP airport services as you connect to your international departure, taking with you unforgettable memories of India’s diversity, hospitality, and grandeur.