Enchanting India: 11-Day Luxury Small-Group Tour 11 Days from AUD$3,999/person

Few places on earth pulsate with a more hypnotic clash of bright colours, exotic fragrances and mesmerising sounds than India, and on this custom 11-day luxury, small-group tour (max. 16 travellers) the finest hotels and most incredible experiences have been handpicked for you. Soak up the sights from Mumbai to Udaipur, Jaipur, Agra and Delhi, all whilst staying in spectacular five-star accommodation throughout. Want to make the most of your time in India? Check out the optional tour extension below to the ancient city of Varanasi by the Ganges River, the 'spiritual capital of India'. What You’ll Love… The Accommodation – Five-star A-list splendour, a lakeside palace and a luxury haven close to the Taj Mahal After busy days exploring, relax in exquisite accommodation, hand-picked for their style, luxurious facilities and exceptional locations.

• JW Marriott Mumbai Juhu: The hotel of choice for celebrities and Bollywood stars, the five-star JW Marriott Mumbai Juhu is redefining luxury in Mumbai. This beachfront oasis offers stunning Arabian Sea views together with a beautiful spa, an infinity pool and saltwater pool, beach access and delicious dining, from homemade breads and pastries at the Bombay Baking Company to Indian fine dining at Saffron.
• JW Marriott Jaipur Resort & Spa: Located in one of the most beautiful settings in Rajasthan, JW Marriott Jaipur Resort & Spa offers five-star luxury, first-class service and lush amenities surrounded by stunning palaces. The resort pays homage to majestic Rajasthan with traditional architecture while seamlessly blending in modern elements. The resort boasts five incredible restaurants and it's here you'll learn from the best with a cooking class hosted by one of the resort's chefs.
• The Leela Palace Udaipur: Voted one of the best hotels in all of India, The Leela Palace Udaipur is nothing short of spectacular. Stunningly located on the shores of Lake Pichola with panoramic views across the waters, this palatial residence is regarded as Udaipur's only modern palace by Lake Pichola and offers incredible views of the lake, City Palace and the Aravalli mountains. The hotel encompasses the beauty of Rajasthani palace architecture and is exquisitely decorated throughout with ornate tiling, sparkling chandeliers and rich fabrics.
• ITC Mughal: Nestled in 35 acres of beautiful grounds, ITC Mughal boasts an exceptional location less than ten minutes on foot from the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Taj Mahal. Bedecked with marble floors and ornate touches, this opulent hotel showcases award-winning architecture inspired by Mughal heritage. You'll feel like royalty staying in a sprawling 67sqm luxury Royal Mughal Suite featuring a separate bedroom, living room and lavish deep soaking tub.

The Experience – Extraordinary palaces, fragrant cuisine, ancient fortresses and bustling cities Witness the majesty of the legendary Taj Mahal at sunrise, a truly unforgettable experience as the colours of dawn are cast across this white marble masterpiece. Lose yourself in the kaleidoscope of colours, scents and sensations of coastal Mumbai with its harbour and iconic Gateway of India arch built in 1924. Just off the shore is Elephanta Island dotted with palm, tamarind and mango trees, where you’ll explore the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Elephanta Caves with its ancient rock art dedicated to the Hindu God Shiva. Spend a day exploring the colourful and captivating city of Jaipur, the ‘Pink City of India’. Discover the majestic Amber Fort, part of the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Hill Forts of Rajasthan, the 18th-century City Palace and have your fortune told by an astro-palmist in the old city. Enjoy a cooking class at the JW Marriott Jaipur, where you’ll learn the secrets and heritage of India’s famously flavourful cuisine, before enjoying an extravagant Indian dining experience at the hotel’s Mohan Mahal restaurant which invites you to step back in time to the era of Maharajas and Shahen Shas. Take in breathtaking panoramic views across the beautiful Lake Pichola from your palatial hotel The Leela Palace Udaipur, before enjoying a luxury sunset boat cruise with delicious canapes served onboard. Soak up the sights of the sprawling and wonderfully diverse Delhi, including the palatial 17th-century Jama Masjid mosque, one of the most impressive in the whole of India; the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Humayun’s Tomb; Rashtrapati Bhavan, home to the President of India; Parliament House and more, plus take an authentic rickshaw ride through the bustling backstreets of Chandni Chowk. Visit the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Agra Fort. Built in the 16th century, this red sandstone fort once served as the main residence of the emperors of the Mughal Dynasty, and is home to beautiful mosques, palaces and halls. See the sights of Udaipur, including the incredible City Palace complex spectacularly located at the edge of Lake Pichola which dates back to the 16th century, the Saheliyon-ki-Bari gardens and the Bhartiya Lok Kala Mandal museum, home to an incredible collection of Rajasthan folk exhibits. Your Package Includes:

• 10 nights of luxury accommodation including JW Marriott Juhu, Mumbai, The Leela Palace Udaipur – one of India’s top luxury hotels, JW Marriott Jaipur Resort & Spa, ITC Mughal in Agra, and JW Marriott in New Delhi Aerocity
• Two internal flights: from Mumbai to Udaipur and from Udaipur to Jaipur
• Daily breakfast and additional dining experiences including an exquisite Indian feast at Mohan Mahal, the restaurant of JW Marriott Jaipur
• An authentic Indian cooking class
• Luxury sunset boat cruise at Lake Pichola with canapés
• 45-minute spa treatment at ESPA - The Leela Palace Udaipur, one of India’s best spas. Enjoy a personal spa experience encompassing outstanding treatments that uniquely reflect a fusion of the latest scientific advances with Ayurvedic therapies.
• One hour of Hatha Yoga Session at JW Marriott in Jaipur
• Private airport transfers
• The services of expert local guides
• Private transportation throughout
• All sightseeing and entrance fees as detailed in the itinerary

Optional Tour Extension to Varanasi – Discover the spiritual capital of India and witness a candlelit ceremony by the river Want to make the most of your time in India? Choose the 13-day extended tour including the ancient city of Varanasi by the Ganges River, the 'spiritual capital of India' with its grand temples and candlelit ceremony by the river. Your extended tour includes:

• Return flight from Delhi to Varanasi
• Luxury nightly accommodation at the beautiful Brijama Palace Varanasi, a 19th-century riverside palace
• Daily breakfast and one delicious lunch
• An evening Hindu prayer ceremony (Aarti) on the River Ganges. At the ceremony the whole city is lit up by floating candles and colourful displays along the river, creating a special sight that you’ll remember forever
• An early-morning boat ride on the River Ganges as the locals bathe and offer prayers to the rising sun
• A temple tour of Varanasi, including The Vishwanath Temple and Bharat Mata Temple houses
• A visit to Sarnath, an important Buddhist pilgrimage centre where Lord Buddha delivered his first sermon on the four noble truths