Colonial Heritage Tour

This wonderful India tour itinerary guides you through the Punjabi hub of Amritsar, the heights of Shimla and some of the most famous cities in the foothills of the Himalayas. Over 9 fantastic nights, you’ll also get the chance to explore the colonial city of Delhi.

Wildflower Hall was once the estate of Lord Kitchener of Khartoum, and is located about 13kms from the hill station of Shimla on top of a knoll overlooking a backdrop of high Himalaya and rolling foothills. A perfect mountain retreat.

Oberoi Sukhvilas is a relaxing haven in the foothills of the Himalayas, and is a perfect place for a peaceful stay with stunning scenery. Stay in beautiful tents or rooms, and enjoy the wonderful spa here - a perfect place to relax after an adventure.

Taj Swarna Amritsar, the latest luxury hotel to join Taj Hotels, is a elegant hotel in the heart of Amritsar, Punjab. Just 2km from Sri Ram Tirath Temple and Maharaja Ranjit Singh Panorama, its a great base to explore the temples of this fascinating city.

Tucked high in the Indian Himalayas, Shakti Prana is an exclusive new mountain sanctuary. Built on the foundations of the iconic 360° Leti, this deeply restorative retreat blends contemporary mountain design with raw Himalayan wilderness.

The Ultimate Travelling Camp moves to Ladakh in the summer months from mid June to the end of September. Their Diskit Camp in Nubra Valley provides more eco-tented accommodation, for a more rural experience on this nomadic voyage.

The Shakti Ladakh Village Houses maximise the authentic experience of witnessing rural Himalayan life, yet have been uniquely renovated to produce comfortable havens, blending old world Himalayan charm with a dash of sophistication.

The Oberoi Cecil is located on the Mall in Shimla and is ideally located to explore this most characteristic of towns. Combining echoes of the Raj with modern day refinement, the Oberoi Cecil offers impeccable service in a stunning location.

Snow Leopard Lodge is located at just under 4,000 metres above sea level in the remote Ulley Valley and is the only dedicated wildlife lodge in the area of Ladakh. The lodge is simple but provides everything you need to explore this spectacular area.

The Shakti Village Houses are located around the town of Almora in Uttaranchal. They are all a couple of hours walk from one another and offer the chance to experience the local customs and way of life of this stunning Himalayan location.

Visit Amritsar’s breathtaking Golden Temple, the spiritual heart of Sikhism, and experience its serene beauty by day or during the moving evening Palki Sahib ceremony.