Luxury India Tours

Introduction to India
(10 Days)
Delhi, Agra, Jaipur, Udaipur

Essence of India
(13 Days)
Delhi, Agra, Jaipur, Udaipur, Mumbai

India's Golden Triangle
(7 Days)
Delhi, Agra, Jaipur

Exclusive India
(15 Days)
Delhi, Agra, Ranthambore, Amanbagh, Jaipur, Udaipur, Mumbai

Family Tour of India
(11 Days)
Delhi, Agra, Ranthambore, Jaipur, Mumbai

Highlights of India
(13 Days)
Delhi, Varanasi, Agra, Jaipur, Udaipur, Mumbai

India in Style
(17 Days)
Delhi, Agra, Jaipur, Udaipur, Mumbai, Hyderabad

Introduction to Southern India
(8 Days)
Mumbai, Kochi (Cochin), Backwaters of Kerala

Journey Through India
(21 Days)
Delhi, Varanasi, Agra, Ranthambore safari, Jaipur, Udaipur, Mumbai, Chennai, Hyderabad

Romantic India
(15 Days)
Delhi, Agra, Jaipur, Udaipur, Goa, Mumbai

Best of Rajasthan & Beyond
(16 Days)
Delhi, Agra, Jaipur, Jaisalmer, Jodhpur, Udaipur, Mumbai

Best of Southern India
(13 Days)
Chennai, Kochi (Cochin), Backwaters of Kerala, Hyderabad, Mumbai

Ayurveda Highlights of India
(8 Days)
Delhi, Himalayas & Rishikesh

Art & Temples of India
(18 Days)
Delhi, Varanasi, Khajuraho & Panna National Park, Agra, Jaipur, Udaipur, Ajanta & Ellora Caves, Mumbai

Culinary Tour of India
(13 Days)
Delhi, Udaipur, Mumbai, Chennai

Multi-country Tours

Best of Bhutan & India
(18 Days)
Delhi, Thimphu, Punakha, Paro, Agra, Jaipur, Udaipur, Mumbai

Highlights of India & Nepal
(13 Days)
Delhi, Varanasi, Kathmandu & Kathmandu Valley, Agra, Jaipur

Southern India & Sri Lanka
(12 Days)
Mumbai, Cochin, Backwaters of Kerala, Colombo, Cultural Triangle, Galle

Best of India & the Maldives
(15 Days)
Delhi, Agra, Jaipur, Udaipur, Mumbai, Maldives

Hiking and Wellness Tour of Bhutan & India
(14 Days)
Delhi, Thimphu, Punakha, Paro, Himalayas & Rishikesh


Best of India & the Maldives

(15 Days - Departs Daily on a Private Basis)
Delhi, Agra, Jaipur, Udaipur, Mumbai, Maldives

On this exclusive private journey, tour the cultural highlights of India while staying at top palace-style hotels, and then relax for several days at one of the finest luxury beach resorts in the beautiful Maldives.

Begin in Delhi, the vibrant capital of India. During private touring with your expert local guide, experience the best of Old and New Delhi: ride a rickshaw through bustling markets and bazaars overflowing with spices, bangles and saris; browse fashionable districts filled with galleries and boutiques selling beautiful Indian crafts and decorative items; tour historic attractions and UNESCO sites such as the Red Fort, Humayun’s Tomb, Qutb Minar and Jama Masjid; and visit the Gandhi Memorial Museum, Crafts Museum or other specialty museums. Other options include culinary touring, personalized shopping tours, visiting the Lodhi Gardens and more.

Continue to Agra to visit the spellbinding Taj Mahal, the world’s greatest monument to love. During a private tour, learn about the history of the ornate marble mausoleum, and admire the incredible craftsmanship of inlaid stone decorations and carved marble screens. Also visit local marble studios, markets and Agra Fort. Stay at the beautiful Oberoi Amarvilas in a room with an open view of the Taj, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Continue to Jaipur, the famed Pink City of Rajasthan. During private touring see the highlights of the vast City Palace, admire the beautiful carved sandstone facade of the Hawa Mahal (Palace of the Wind), and walk around the sculpture-like structures of the Jantar Mantar astronomical observatory, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. One day, visit Amber Fort, an impressive hilltop fortress and UNESCO site, and see its spectacular Sheesh Mahal, a room covered in dazzling mirror mosaics. Jaipur is also known for bazaars, shops and decorative arts, and there will be time to experience the top boutiques, woodblock print studios, jewelry stores, markets and museums. If desired, also experience the city’s beautiful cafes and other architectural highlights. Upon request, Artisans of Leisure can also arrange visits to local philanthropic projects. One evening, enjoy a fascinating aarti religious ceremony at a white marble Hindu temple.

Continue to Udaipur, a beautiful city built around lakes and hills. During private touring, enjoy a private cruise on Lake Pichola, tour the City Palace and Jagdish Temple, visit Saheliyon Ki Bari Garden, see decorative arts highlights, walk through whitewashed backstreets, browse local bazaars, and visit local studios specializing in miniature paintings and folk art. One day, take a private excursion to see interesting local temples and enjoy a memorable lunch in an 18th-century palace with amazing views. Another day, Artisans of Leisure will arrange an insider culinary experience at the home of a prestigious local family. During leisure time, enjoy the luxurious facilities at the lavish Udaivilas resort.

Conclude in exciting Mumbai (Bombay), the economic capital of India and the home of the Bollywood film industry. During private touring, explore the lively food and art scene, walk along the waterfront, visit the most interesting neighborhoods to browse boutiques or stop in cafes, visit Crawford Market, tour top cultural attractions such as Prince of Wales Museum and UNESCO-listed Victorian architecture, walk through bazaars dedicated to flowers and jewelry, tour contemporary art galleries or see Dhobi Ghat, a famous open-air laundry. Upon request, we can also arrange Jewish touring or in-depth culinary touring in Mumbai. One day, take a private boat ride to Elephant Island and the Elephanta Caves, a UNESCO-listed site of rock-cut Hindu cave temples. Artisans of Leisure can also make reservations at Mumbai’s top restaurants or tickets for Bollywood shows.

Next, fly to the Maldives to spend four nights at a luxury beach resort. Enjoy time to indulge in spa treatments, hiking, or just relaxing on the sand or by the pool. Artisans of Leisure can also assist with private boat charters, diving, snorkeling and other activities and excursions.

Itinerary Overview
Day 1 Arrive Delhi

Private arrival transfer to hotel for 2 nights

Day 2 Delhi

Full-day private tour of Old & New Delhi

Day 3 Delhi – Agra

Private transfer to Agra for overnight stay. Afternoon private touring, including Taj Mahal

Day 4 Agra – Jaipur

Sunrise private Taj Mahal tour, if desired. Private transfer to Jaipur for 2 nights. If desired, visit Fatehpur Sikri en route

Day 5 Jaipur

Full-day private tour

Day 6 Jaipur – Udaipur

Private transfer to the airport for flight to Udaipur for 3 nights. Afternoon private cruise on Lake Pichola

Day 7 Udaipur

Full-day private city tour, including meal at private home

Day 8 Udaipur
Private city tour, including boat ride on Lake Pichola
Day 9 Udaipur Mumbai

Private transfer to airport for flight to Mumbai for 2 nights

Day 10 Mumbai

Full-day private touring, including boat ride to Elephanta Island

Day 11 Mumbai – Male, Maldives

Private transfer to airport for international flight to Male (flight not included). Arrival transfer to resort for 4 nights

Days 12 - 14 Maldives

Days at leisure to enjoy the resort and its facilities

Day 15 Depart Maldives

Private airport transfer


Hotels
Delhi:

The Leela Palace, The Oberoi New Delhi or The Imperial New Delhi

Agra: The Oberoi Amarvilas
Jaipur: The Oberoi Rajvilas, Rambagh Palace or SUJAN Rajmahal Palace
Udaipur: The Oberoi Udaivilas
Mumbai: The Taj Mahal Palace or The Oberoi Mumbai
Maldives:

Four Seasons Resort Maldives at Kuda Huraa
* Soneva Jani or Four Seasons Resort Maldives at Landaa Giraavaru can be booked for a supplement


Cost
$29,335 Per person (double occupancy)
 

Testimonials

Another extraordinary trip with exciting surprises, brilliant accommodations, terrific guides, excellent drivers…and the wonderful, well-planned itinerary. Your India expertise shines through.
~ M.G., Rancho Mirage, CA

India was a journey of a lifetime — our best trip ever. Everything exceeded our very high expectations. As Artisans of Leisure travelers, we were treated like royalty at each hotel. A perfect trip. A+++++++
~ P.F., Hatfield, PA

The India trip was outstanding, exquisite, and perfect. Artisans of Leisure is simply the best on the planet. 
~ C.M., San Antonio, TX

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