Royal Spotlight: Bhutan & India | Holiday Articles | Luxury & Tailor-Made with Wexas Travel

12 April 2016 by Ronan Gay

The first time a British royal visited the subcontinent, the towering basalt of the Gateway of India was erected in his honour. Today, Prince William and the Duchess of Cambridge will find Kerala’s palm-fringed backwaters just as sleepy and Rajasthan’s forts and palaces just as regal as when King George first stepped foot in this unique country.

India’s verdant interior of national park jungles still play host to the leopards and tigers that inspired Rudyard Kipling while the 16th century temples and colonial hill stations of the Himalayan foothills are equally enticing. As the royals continue their journey out of India, head northeast and enjoy a river cruise along the Brahmaputra past tribal villages and tea plantations, or follow in their footsteps and head for Bhutan’s mysterious Buddhist hill temples and golden stupas.

Take a look at our luxury India and Bhutan holidays below for inspiration. We can tailor any aspect of these, and they are just a sample of what we can offer. For more, just call one of our tailor-made specialists on 020 7590 0605.

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Best of Bhutan

9-day tailor-made holiday from £4,600 pp incl. flights

A land of gilded temples, mysterious monasteries, mist-shrouded valleys and soaring peaks, Bhutan has been beguiling holidaymakers since it opened its doors to the world in 1974. And, on this tailor-made adventure, you'll take in its highlights with private touring and transfers throughout.

The Essence of Agra & Rajasthan

12-day tailor-made holiday from £3,350 pp incl. flights

This luxury holiday is a showcase for the very best of Rajasthan, from its warm and welcoming people, to its bustling cities, rural villages, and regal heritage.

Umaid Bhawan Palace, Jodhpur

Historic hotel

Perched high above Jodhpur, Umaid Bhawan Palace is the last of the great palaces of India. Designed in an opulent colonial style and completed in 1943, it blends influences from both east and west into what is still one of the largest private residences anywhere in the world.

Keralan Spice Coast

13-day tailor-made holiday from £2,790 pp incl. flights

Put simply, this is the best of Kerala, knitted together by stays in boutique lodges and explored on included private tours, with the services of a private driver throughout.

Exterior, Oberoi Wild Flower Hall, Shimla, India

Indian Himalayas in luxury

13-day tailor-made holiday from £3,030 pp incl. flights

This incredible luxury tour brings you the highlights of the Indian Himalayas. You will marvel at the breathtaking vistas of Shimla, the hustle and bustle of Delhi, and the Tibetan outpost of Dharamsala.

Indian River Cruise: The Brahmaputra

11-day luxury river cruise from £3,395 pp incl. flights

Head off the beaten track on this small-ship cruise through India’s northeast, taking in unique wildlife, stilted villages and ancient island cities with a range of included excursions.

Tigers in Ranthambore National Park, Rajasthan

Rajasthan, Taj Mahal & the tigers of Ranthambore

11-day tailor-made holiday from £4,080 pp incl. flights

This curated journey takes in many of northern India's most iconic sights, from Agra's Taj Mahal to the 'pink city' of Jaipur, followed by a tiger safari in Ranthambore National Park.

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