Be-Spoke luxury tours in India for the first time traveler

India can be daunting, chaotic, hectic, and complex for the first-time traveler, but it will definitely enchant you with its exotic diversity, rich tapestry, and scenic beauty. India’s vibrant culture, unique spiritual heritage, ancient traditions and warm hospitality will overwhelm you and dazzle your senses. Wherever you go, you’ll discover a lively potpourri of colour, culture and character: a land of incredible contrasts and paradoxes, timeless yet ever-changing.

From the majestic Himalayas in the north, the incredible Saharo-Tharian desert stretches out in the west, the wide coastal plains, the dense jungles, the stunning beaches and the calm backwaters of the south, this enormous nation with its formidable and diverse topography offers possibilities limitless to wander and explore.

When planning a luxury trip to India with such a wide range of encounters to choose from, where do you go to quench your wanderlust?

Well, lucky for you, there are plenty of luxurious, personalized experiences to immerse yourself in.

India offers so much, from the pristine white wonder Taj Mahal, to the sandy beaches of Goa and the Kerala backwaters. Of course, it’s impossible to explore all of India’s beauty in one trip, and to really soak up the rich culture and heritage of each city, it’s best to focus on one or two regions at a time.

The perfect vacation is a fusion between tourism, relaxation and luxury stays with flexibility, comfort, security and independence. Luxury travel is about unique and authentic experiences, it is travel without stress, without the pressure of time, tailored to your preferences, defined by your desires, inclinations and impulses.

North India is a fantastic introduction for any first-time traveler to the subcontinent, and most North India tours typically start and end in New Delhi, which is close to colorful Rajasthan and spiritual Varanasi. But of course you can also choose Mumbai as your starting point depending on your preferences and flight connections.

The unmissable Golden Triangle in India:

Golden Triangle Tour covers three cities – Delhi, Agra and Jaipurand each offers an extraordinary wealth of cultural and historical splendor.

Delhi – The capital city of India is a bustling, cosmopolitan metropolis with Mughal and colonial influences, a beautiful blend of storied past and vibrant present.

Start your Old Delhi tour from the bustling souk-like bazaars with their narrow lanes, each specializing in one product: Dariba Kalan, for example, is the lane for jewelers and silversmiths and Khari Baoli is Asia’s largest spice market. Visit the red sandstone monument Red Fort, the great Jama Masjid mosque with its imposing black and white domes.

Drive through the wide roads and boulevards of New Delhi, also known as Lutyen’s Delhi, to visit the India Gate, Rashtrapati Bhavan built in Mughal and Western architectural styles and the Victory Tower -Qutub Minar.

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Gaze at the Taj Mahal from the comfort and privacy of your own picture window, in your private room at the Oberoi Amarvilas, the epitome of opulence.

The most famous monument of the city, the white marble marvel. Taj Mahal it lives up to all the superlatives that poets and historians have applied to it. Watch as this timeless incarnation of love changes hue from peachy pink at sunrise to golden amber at sunset and you will be spellbound by its exquisite beauty.

Visit the Agra Fort and the elegant tomb of Itimad-ud-Daullah.

Jaipur

Jaipur, the capital of royal Rajasthan, also known as the “Pink City”. Visit the luxurious Oberoi Raj Vilas – a royal compound set in 32 acres of landscaped gardens with pavilions and reflecting pools creating the romance and grandeur of princely Rajasthan. Enjoy Jaipur’s scenery with an elephant ride and gourmet picnic at Naila Fort, or take a private cooking class to learn about spices and the secrets of Indian cooking.

Head to the city of Jaipur to explore opulent palaces, majestic forts, and a maze of bustling bazaars selling textiles, leatherwork, woodcuts, perfumes, jewelry, and Jaipur’s traditional blue pottery.

udaipur

The city of Dawn, Udaipur, is an enchanting land around the cerulean lake, surrounded by the lush ARAVALLIS hills. A blank vision drenched in romance and beauty, Udaipur is a spellbinding combination of sights, sounds and experiences, its kaleidoscope of palaces, lakes, temples, gardens and fairytale-strewn narrow lanes conveying the flavor of a heroic past, which personifies value. and cavalry.

Relax in specially appointed rooms at the luxurious Oberoi Udaivilas, overlooking the picturesque Lake Pichola.

Jodhpur

Located on the edge of the Thar Desert, the city of Jodhpur, also known as the blue city or the city of the sun, resonates with stories from ancient times. Flanked on its western side by the Meharangarh Fort, and on the eastern side by the majestic sandstone Palace of Umaid Bhawan; Jodhpur’s monuments, temples and gardens represent multifaceted grandeur.

For an overview of Jodhpur and the blue houses of the old town, head to the Mehrangarh Fort.

Stay at the magnificent Umaid Bhawan Palace, a monument of golden-hued desert sandstone set amid acres of verdant gardens. An imitable tribute to art deco, the Palace has in its luxurious fold 64 rooms and suites. Take an exciting tour of the charming city of Jodhpur in a vintage car, accompanied by your royal butler. Stop under the starry night sky for a divine feast on the grill accompanied by the music of the desert.

Khajaraho

The Khajuraho temples were built between 950 and 1050 AD. C. during the reign of the Chandela Empire, whose name derives from the Khajur tree (the date palm) that can be found in abundance in the area. Recognized by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site, the historic city is a symbol of medieval art. The Khajaraho temples, best known for their erotic carvings, display exquisite sculptural embellishments, grand dimensions, and a complex yet perfectly harmonious composition.

Be sure to see Son-et-Lumiere at night, which tells the story of the construction of the Khajuraho temples during the reign of the Chandela dynasty.

It is worth planning your visit around the month of February, as the Khajuraho Dance Festival takes place every year from February 25 to March 2 in the open-air auditorium in front of the temples dedicated to Lord Shiva.

Along with the dance performances, various artisans can also be seen exchanging their indigenous arts and crafts with visitors.

banaras

Varanasi, the spiritual powerhouse of Hinduism, is probably the place in India that has the most profound impact on visitors. Formerly known as Banaras, it lies at a bend in the Ganges, and its spiritual significance stems from its status as a “crossing place.” The sights, the cacophony of sounds, the smell of incense and jasmine flowers and the riot of colors can sometimes be overwhelming; yet watching pilgrims on the banks of the Ganges, against the backdrop of ancient temples, is fascinating and strangely relaxing. Witness the evening Aarti on the banks of the Holy Ganges at sunset and this spectacular ritual synchronized with the chanting of Vedic mantras will leave you in a hypnotic trance.

A stay at the Taj Nadesar Hotel will give you much-needed relief and respite from the monotony and chaos of this city. Located on the banks of the River Ganges, the Taj Nadesar Palace Hotel has been hosting royalty, statesmen and stars since 1835 and amongst lush greenery, mango orchards, fields of marigolds and jasmine, Nadesar Palace is a haven of serenity.

Varanasi is famous for its fine silk – it’s on offer everywhere, but shop around and haggle a lot!

With such a variety of luxury extravaganzas to choose from, you’ll be spoiled for choice and India’s exoticism and decadence will linger in your memories forever. So pack your bags and embark on this transformational journey to explore this magical land and rediscover yourself.