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India Holidays

Luxury India Holidays

Prepare yourself to be totally captivated when you visit the colourful kaleidoscope that is India. A holiday to India gives you an insight into what this historic country has to offer. This country has six major religions, over 1600 different languages, and more than a billion inhabitants, the word diverse hardly suffices.

Our India Holiday Highlights
• Visiting the iconic Taj Mahal twice to view the beautiful changing colour of the marble, at both dusk and dawn
• Staying at the colonial Wildflower Hall hotel set at 8,250 feet in Cedar forests  with stunning views over the Himalayas

• Discovering the legends and breathtaking palaces of the ‘Pink City’ of Jaipur

Where is India?
The country of India is located in South Asia. It’s surrounded to the North by Pakistan, Bangladesh, Nepal and China. The rest of India is surrounded by the Indian Ocean and to the south of India lies the island of Sri Lanka.

Time difference / local time

GMT +5 ½ hours
Currency

India's currency comprises of 1 Rupee = 100 paise. Please note that the Rupee can only be purchased locally. All major international credit cards are acceptable in hotels.
Passport and visa

Full ten year passports are required for all visitors to India and must be valid for six months after your return to the UK. Visas are essential for entry into India. Visa application forms and instructions will be forwarded approximately four months prior to departure.  Journeys of Distinction do not accept any responsibility for passengers not acquiring the correct visa documentation. You must allow at least 2 months between visits to India.
We can only provide information for British Citizen passport holders.

Flying time to destination

London to Delhi 8 1/2 hours
London to Cochin 12 1/2 hours

Climate/season

The Indian sub-continent is large and the climate varies from one part to another. India has three main seasons, winter, summer and the monsoon. The best months to visit the North are from November to February, when the temperatures are not too hot or cool. April and May are hot in the plains and this is when the hill country of India is at its best. Monsoon season is from July to September. Southern India is where you will find the tropical weather, hot, humid and sometimes wet.

Electricity

220/240 volts AC, 50 Hz. Two pin sockets and some three-pin round sockets are in use.
Health and Vaccinations

There are a number of vaccination requirements needed and anti-malaria tablets are also required on this tour. We strongly recommend you seek your doctor's advice no later than two months prior to your departure for further information.
Clothing

Lightweight cottons and linens during the summer months, with warmer clothes for winter and the monsoon months. A waterproof jacket is advisable for all year round travel.

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13 out of 13 available hotels

  • Wildflower Hall
     

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    Part of our India escorted tours

    Country/Region: India Holidays, Shimla

    This fairytale luxury resort is situated at 8,250 feet in the magnificent Himalayas set amongst 22 acres of virgin wood...

    Number of rooms: 87

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  • Ista
     

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    Part of our India Escorted Tours

    Country/Region: India Holidays, Amristar

    Contemporary and comfortable, this hotel has a pleasant ambience, boasting a beautiful spa and pool, and offering the c...

    Number of rooms: 248

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  • Tiger Den
     

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    Part of our JOD Light India Tour

    Country/Region: India Holidays, Ranthambore

    In Ranthambore you’ll stay at the Tiger Den, a deluxe jungle lodge located in Ranthambore National Park. The hotel is n...

    Number of rooms: 50

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  • Royal Plaza
     

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    Part of our JOD Light India Tour

    Country/Region: India Holidays, Delhi

    Experience the historical atmosphere of downtown Delhi and enjoy relaxing by the pool in this centrally located hotel. ...

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  • Country Inn
     

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    Part of our JOD Light India Tour

    Country/Region: India Holidays, Jaipur

    The Country Inn hotel in Jaipur is centrally located allowing you to admire the architectural beauty of this striking c...

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  • Clarks Shiraz
     

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    Part of our JOD Light India Tour

    Country/Region: India Holidays, Agra

    Unwind at the Clarks Shiraz which is located away from the bustle of the city but close to the iconic Taj Mahal.

    Number of rooms: 237

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  • Taj Chandigarh
     

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    Part of our India escorted tours

    Country/Region: India Holidays, Chandigarh

    This modern, bright and airy hotel reflects the young at heart, progressive city of Chandigarh, with it’s sophisticated...

    Number of rooms: 149

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  • The Imperial
     

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    Part of our India escorted tours

    Country/Region: India Holidays, Delhi

    Located in New Delhi on the prestigious Queen’s Way, the Imperial Hotel is a mixture of Victorian and Old Colonial styl...

    Number of rooms: 233

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  • Rambagh Palace
     

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    Part of our India escorted tours

    Country/Region: India Holidays, Jaipur

    Home to the Jaipur royal family until 1957, the awardwinning Rambagh Palace is a member of the Leading Small Hotels of ...

    Number of rooms: 79

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  • Oberoi, New Delhi
     

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    Country/Region: India Holidays, Delhi

    The elegant Oberoi Delhi is very popular with JOD customers. When you stay here, you’ll experience well-appointed rooms...

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  • Oberoi Amarvilas
     

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    Part of our India escorted tours

    Country/Region: India Holidays, Agra

    The luxurious Oberoi Amarvilas is set amongst serene Mughal-inspired pools, fountains, terraced lawns and torch-lit cou...

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  • Oberoi Udaivilas
     

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    Part of our India escorted tours

    Country/Region: India Holidays, Udaipur

    Adoring the banks of Lake Pichola, this hotel captures the romance and splendour of a royal era. Luxurious rooms are el...

    Number of rooms: 87

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  • Taj Sawai Madhopur Lodge
     

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    Part of our India escorted tours

    Country/Region: India Holidays, Ranthambore

    The bright, airy, modern rooms are spacious and comfortable. Surrounded by 12 acres of lush gardens, in which you can d...

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  • The Very Best of India

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    Classic Luxury Touring Holidays Worldwide

    13-Day Luxury Escorted Tour Richly exotic, intensely evocative, India promises a sensory journey. From the noisy, kalei...

    Tour duration: 13 days

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  • Shimla & the Foothills of the Himalayas

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    Great Value Touring Holidays - Light

    10-Day Enlightened Tour The rituals and customs of an age old era are revealed and recaptured in this sophisticated tou...

    Tour duration: 10 days

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  • Summers of The Raj

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    Classic Luxury Touring Holidays Worldwide

    12-Day Luxury Escorted TourThe rituals and customs of an age-old civilisation are revealed. The mystique and sophistica...

    Tour duration: 12 days

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  • India’s Golden Triangle

    From £1295.
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    Great Value Touring Holidays - Light

    9-Day Enlightened Tour Exotic and intoxicating, India captivates the senses. This tour takes in classic India including...

    Tour duration: 9 days

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Our classic tours take you on a personal journey; connecting you to countries, customs and cultures by exploring, explaining and unearthing, in a way that creates a lifelong bond. See our Classic tours to Asia below.

Our Light tours offer a completely different kind of tour compared to our Classic range, you have more free time and opportunity to go off the beaten track! See our Light tours to Asia below.