There’s a meaningful difference between a comfortable trip to India and a genuinely luxury one - and it’s rarely just about thread count or star ratings. It’s about palace accommodation that’s actually historic, private guides who add real depth, logistics that disappear entirely into the background, and experiences that wouldn’t be possible to arrange independently.
This collection represents that level - bespoke private tours of India built from the ground up around each traveller, drawing on relationships with palace properties, specialist guides, and experience providers built over three decades.
A handful of elements consistently distinguish a genuinely luxury private tour from a standard upgraded package:
Among the most distinctive ways to experience India at this level is aboard the Maharajas’ Express, widely regarded as one of the finest luxury trains in the world. The journey itself becomes part of the experience - opulent cabins, fine dining onboard, and curated stops at destinations like Delhi, Agra, Ranthambore, and Jaipur, blending rail travel with exploration in a way that’s hard to replicate any other way.
Golden Triangle itineraries at this level can include private after-hours access where possible, while Rajasthan-focused journeys lean heavily on genuine palace stays - private dining in courtyards and gardens that, not so long ago, were the preserve of royal families. South India itineraries pair private houseboat cruises through Kerala’s backwaters with stays at award-winning beach and plantation resorts.
Every itinerary in this collection begins the same way - with a conversation about what you’re hoping to get out of the trip, rather than a template to choose from. Destinations, properties, and experiences are then selected to match that conversation specifically. Some trips are built around a single region explored in real depth; others span the country, connecting very different experiences into one coherent journey.
This approach particularly suits travellers marking a significant occasion - an anniversary, milestone birthday, or simply a trip they’ve been planning for years and want to get right - as well as those who’ve travelled extensively elsewhere and are looking for India to be handled with the same level of care.
Genuinely exclusive experiences in India - palace stays, private dining in historic settings, access to specialist guides - tend to come down to relationships built over years, not bookings made through a platform. Three decades based in Jaipur, at the heart of royal Rajasthan, has built exactly that kind of access, and it’s the foundation every bespoke itinerary draws on.
Because palace properties and experiences like the Maharajas’ Express have genuinely limited availability, itineraries at this level benefit from longer lead times - ideally 3 months or more ahead of travel, particularly for peak season (October to March). This allows time to secure preferred properties and arrange any specialist experiences that require advance coordination.
If you’re picturing a trip to India where every detail has been considered - where you stay genuinely matters, where guides add real depth rather than reciting facts, and where logistics are simply invisible - get in touch. Describe what you’re hoping for, even loosely, and we’ll start shaping it into a bespoke itinerary built specifically around you.
03 Nights / 04 Days
Delhi - Agra - Ranthambore - Jaipur - Delhi
10 Nights / 11 Days
Delhi - Agra - Jaipur - Udaipur - ranakpur - Udaipur - Delhi.
07 Nights / 08 Days
Delhi - Agra - Ranthambore - Jaipur - Delhi.
09 Nights / 10 Days
Delhi - Agra - Jaipur - Goa - Delhi.
07 Nights / 08 Days
Delhi - Agra - Jaipur - Udaipur - Delhi
06 Nights / 07 Days
Delhi - Agra - Jaipur - Delhi
05 Nights / 06 Days
Delhi - Agra - Jaipur - Delhi
09 Nights / 10 Days
Delhi - Agra - Ranthambore - Jaipur - Chittor - Udaipur - Delhi
Find the answers to all of our most frequently asked questions
Genuinely historic accommodation, private guides and transport throughout, and exclusive experiences arranged through specialist relationships rather than standard bookings.
One of the world’s most celebrated luxury trains, offering opulent onboard accommodation and dining while connecting major Indian destinations.
Yes - several genuine former royal residences are available as heritage hotel stays, subject to availability.
Completely - each one is built from a conversation about your interests and preferences, not selected from a template.
Golden Triangle, Rajasthan, South India, and wildlife reserves are common building blocks, in any combination.
Yes - private dining in palace courtyards, gardens, or other historic settings can be arranged where available.
Yes, private transfers are standard throughout.
3 months or more is advisable, particularly for palace stays and the Maharajas’ Express, which have limited availability.
Yes - special touches and arrangements for celebrations can be incorporated into the itinerary.
These tours are private by design - for individuals, couples, families, or small groups exclusively.
Yes, premium private vehicles with professional drivers are standard throughout.
Yes - multi-region journeys combining North and South India, or heritage and wildlife themes, are common.
Experienced, English-speaking guides with genuine depth of knowledge, not just standard sightseeing scripts.
Very much so - the combination of romantic settings and private experiences suits honeymoon travel well.
This varies considerably based on itinerary, properties chosen, and duration - we provide a tailored quote after an initial conversation.
Yes, dedicated support is available for the duration of your journey.
Yes - share your requirements in advance so we can plan accordingly with hotels and venues.
Where permitted by local regulations, this can sometimes be arranged - availability varies by site.
Direct, long-standing relationships on the ground translate into more authentic access and smoother logistics than remote planning typically allows.
Get in touch with even a loose idea of what you’re hoping for, and we’ll begin shaping it into a personalised itinerary.