India - Short Stays
Our Short Stays are the perfect addition to your India holiday should you wish to extend it. They’re also ideal if you’re short of time. Giving you the flexibility to combine any number of these options to create your perfect holiday, or add one to the end of your group or private tours. We’re also happy to adapt these short stay packages to suit your needs; from upgrading your accommodation, to adding more time to explore an interesting location, we’ll tailor the itinerary to suit your requirements.
Agra - 3 days
Once capital of India under the Mughals, a lasting legacy of this time are the superb monuments which date from this era. Perhaps the most famous example is Emperor Shah Jahan’s Taj Mahal, built in loving memory of his beloved wife Mumtaz.
Jaipur - 3 days
A favourite of travellers, the architecturally flamboyant capital of Rajasthan is often referred to as the ‘Pink City’. Enjoy a visit to the City Palace, the Amber Fort and Jantar Mantar, a medieval astronomical observatory.
Keralan Backwaters - 3 days
A peaceful and rustic 3 day sojourn on the mellow backwaters of Kerala. Setting off from Alleppey (Alappuzha), close to Kochi, you'll sail through the lush backwaters aboard a rice boat.
Kolkata - 3 days
Capital of West Bengal, Kolkata is a sophisticated, cultural and friendly city. Top sights include the Howrah Bridge and colourful flowermarket which crosses the Hooghly River, Indian Museum and Jain Temple.
Udaipur - 3 days
An oasis of cool, with its massive lake and Venetian-like appearance, Udaipur is one of the most romantic towns in Rajasthan, crammed full of palaces and temples.
Amritsar - 4 days
Home to the world famous Golden Temple and the seat of the Sikh religion, Amritsar is one of the Punjab’s principal cities. Built in 1803 and made of marble, copper and pure leaf gold, the temple is an amazing architectural feat.
Ajanta & Ellora - 4 days
See the remarkable, rock-hewn 2nd century B.C. caves of Ajanta adorned with exquisite paintings and sculptures of Buddha and view the impressive temples and monasteries of Ellora, home to the renowned Kailasa Temple.
Ananda Spa - 4 days
Set amongst virgin forest in the Himalayan foothills, Ananda Spa is ranked in the top 10 Spa Hotels of the world and offers total rejuvenation in an environment of peace, solitude and luxury.
Bombay Dreams - 4 days
Formally known as Bombay, exhilarating and charismatic Mumbai is the most populated city in the world, India’s financial powerhouse, the home of Bollywood and the setting of the hit film ‘Slum Dog Millionaire’.
Corbett National Park - 4 days
Backing onto the forest-covered slopes of the Himalayan foothills, Corbett is one of India’s finest national parks and is known for its rich and varied wildlife including tiger, Asian elephant, species of deer, leopard, langur, wild boar and birdlife.
Hampi - 4 days
From tropical Goa, journey to the southern state of Karnataka to discover the incredible ruins of medieval Hampi, the rock cut caves of Badami and the beautiful temples of Pattakal and Aihole.
Kashmir - 4 days
Located in the vale of Kashmir, with its snow dusted mountains, serene lakes and wildflower meadows, Srinagar’s picturesque lakeside setting allows for a relaxing getaway aboard a traditional Kashmiri houseboat.
Kaziranga NP - 4 days
Situated in Assam on the banks of the mighty Brahmaputra River, with its wetlands and tall thickets Kaziranga NP supports the world's largest population of one horned rhinoceroses as well as many other mammals including the Bengal tiger, Asian elephant, leopard, species of deer, langur, buffalo and thousands of birds.
Khajuraho & Varanasi - 4 days
Khajuraho is famed for its stunning temples which display exceedingly artistic aspects of Indian life a millennium ago. How and why they were built still remains a mystery. India, Varanasi is said to be the holiest city in India and is a place of Hindu pilgrimage.
Leh & Ladakh - 4 days
Leh and Ladakh are ‘other-worldly’ places with Buddhist monasteries perched on soaring hilltops, shattered looking landscapes splashed with small but brilliant patches of green and ancient palaces clinging to sheer rock walls.
Munnar Tea Estate - 4 days
Munnar in South India offers breathtaking views of the surrounding hills carpeted with verdant tea plantations. Exuding old world charm, the combination of lofty peaks, manicured tea estates and the cool mountain air makes Munnar an ideal retreat.
Ranthambhore NP - 4 days
Ranthambhore National Park is one of India’s most scenic parks and offers a rich diversity of fauna and flora including the Bengal tiger, sambar, chital, nilgai, wild boar, leopard, sloth bear and myriad birdlife. Get spotting!
Rishikesh - 4 days
Gaining instant fame as the site where ‘The Beatles’ travelled to visit their guru, Rishikesh is an ideal place to meditate, study yoga or simply relax. This tranquil town is surrounded by beautiful mountains and bisected by the mighty Ganges.
Shimla - 4 days
Shimla, was the ‘summer capital’ of British India. The natural beauty of Shimla will enchant you, being famous for its stunning sunsets and verdant woods, contrasted with the intrguing English look of the town.
Kovalam Beach - 5 days
Resting lazily at the southern tip of India and just south of Trivandrum is palm-fringed Kovalam. Of the three crescent shaped beaches that adorn the coastline, the southern-most ‘Lighthouse’ Beach, is wonderfully picturesque
Mararikulam Beach - 5 days
Located in the picturesque fishing village of Mararikulam, Marari beach is fringed by limitless lines of coconut palms. Perhaps indulge yourself with the Ayurvedic treats offered locally or simply work on that tan and getting through a blockbuster novel!
Nilgiri Hills - 5 days
The Nilgiris or Blue Mountains, often called The Queen of Hills, are a range of mountains and a district in the south Indian states of Tamil Nadu and Kerala. See the famous hill station of Ooty, reached by the Nilgiri Blue Mountain Railway.
Tropical Goa - 5 days
What better tonic is there than relaxation by the palm-fringed shores of Goa? A one time Portuguese colony, Goa is truly a tropical paradise.
Kerala Homestay - 8 days
Combining historic Kochi, the virgin hills of the Western Ghats amongst rubber, pepper and coconut plantations, Alleppey and the lush Keralan Backwaters. In eight sun-filled days feast upon the amazing natural wonders, wildlife, beauty and diversity of stunning Kerala - God’s own country.
Lord Curzon Trail - 12 days
A wonderful trek through beautiful countryside, following a trail that winds through a series of pastures and shepherd camps, with superb views of the Indian Himalayas and the crossing of the Kauri Pass where views can be had of towering Nanda Devi (7816m).
- Agra3 days
- Jaipur3 days
- Keralan Backwaters3 days
- Kolkata3 days
- Udaipur3 days
- Amritsar4 days
- Ajanta & Ellora4 days
- Ananda Spa4 days
- Bombay Dreams4 days
- Corbett National Park4 days
- Hampi4 days
- Kashmir4 days
- Kaziranga NP 4 days
- Khajuraho & Varanasi4 days
- Leh & Ladakh4 days
- Munnar Tea Estate4 days
- Ranthambhore NP4 days
- Rishikesh4 days
- Shimla4 days
- Kovalam Beach5 days
- Mararikulam Beach5 days
- Nilgiri Hills5 days
- Tropical Goa5 days
- Kerala Homestay8 days
- Lord Curzon Trail12 days