North India and Rajasthan are bursting with historical cities and stunning landmarks, so much so that you could easily spend an entire trip in this region alone. Home to iconic sights and encompassing the ‘Golden Triangle’ of Agra, Delhi and Jaipur, this part of India is a must for all first-time visitors.
Delhi, Agra and Jaipur form the Golden Triangle, home to landmarks such as the Taj Mahal and many of North India’s most recognised sights
Wildlife sightings in Ranthambore often include tiger, especially in the cooler months when they’re easier to spot
Spend time in both Old and New Delhi to get a fuller picture of the capital’s layered past and its changing present
Udaipur’s setting on Lake Pichola, with the Lake Palace rising from the water, gives the city its nickname: the Venice of the East
Don’t miss the fortresses—Mehrangarh above Jodhpur and Amber outside Jaipur are both accessible and rich in historic detail
From its colourful cities to the luminous splendour of its rugged landscapes, Rajasthan is wonderfully romantic. The capital, Jaipur, has rapidly become fast-paced and modern, while elsewhere many areas have remained largely untouched and have retained the beauty of rural Rajasthan. Spending time in these remote areas between cities allows you to break up the journey and experience something completely different.
A photographer’s dream, traditional Rajasthan heritage tours can take you between wonderful places, from the marble poetry of the Taj Mahal, to the legendary ‘Pink City’ of Jaipur, the imposing Red Fort in Delhi and beyond the Golden Triangle to cities such as romantic Udaipur and the ‘Blue City’ of Jodhpur. Our specialists can tailor-make a trip to ensure you never run out of things to see and do during your time in the north.
A Relais & Châteaux wilderness camp in rural Rajasthan, SUJÁN Jawai lies amid granite hills and wild plains where leopards roam. It combines refined comfort with purposeful conservation, offering rare immersion in nature and local culture.
Set within a restored 14th-century fort, Six Senses Fort Barwara blends regal Rajasthani heritage with contemporary luxury. Just two and a half hours from Jaipur, this serene sanctuary offers suites, palaces, a world-class spa and exceptional dining near Ranthambore National Park.
A contemporary urban oasis just outside Delhi, The Oberoi, Gurgaon impresses with sleek architecture, expansive rooms, intuitive service, fine dining and a world-class spa.
Once the royal residence of the Maharaja of Jaipur, Rambagh Palace is a magnificent mix of heritage and grandeur, where opulent suites, fine dining and regal gardens offer a chance to experience India’s storied past in unrivalled luxury and style.
Floating like a dream on Lake Pichola, the iconic Taj Lake Palace in Udaipur offers a rare blend of Mughal-inspired romance and refined hospitality, with ornate suites, candlelit dining, butler service and panoramic views of the Aravalli Hills and City Palace.
There’s no shortage of palace hotels in India, but Jodhpur’s Umaid Bhawan Palace is one of the finest – extravagant even by maharaja standards and unique for its Art Deco details.