Where to go in India

India

A sensorial parade of spirituality, rich flavors, incense, architecture, and humming streets 

Tiger stands in tall dry grass looking toward the camera.

The places that pull us back

Explore our team’s favorite destinations. Not the entire map, but a handful of places we love returning to.

Taj Mahal in Agra, India viewed through pink flowers with a bird flying overhead against a blue sky

Agra

Agra is a fixture on most wish lists when planning a trip to India for its primary attraction, the Taj Mahal.

Two tigers grapple in India's Bandhavgarh National Park, near Samode Safari Lodge.

Central India's National Parks

India’s central state of Madhya Pradesh is home to some of the country’s wildest places.

Mughal-era domed tomb at sunset in Delhi, India

Delhi

India’s largest city, Delhi, is a common starting point for many trips to India and an excellent starting point to dip your toes and immerse in centuries of rich culture and history.

Jal Mahal Water Palace reflected in Man Sagar Lake, Jaipur

Jaipur

Proudly standing as the gateway to Rajasthan, Jaipur (also known as the ‘Pink City’) offers a fascinating glimpse into the 18th century through its well-preserved forts, palaces, astronomical observatory, vibrant bazaars, and artisan’s workshops.

Mehrangarh Fort and Jaswant Thada overlooking Jodhpur's Blue City, India

Jodhpur

Sitting on the fringe of India‘s great Thar Desert, Jodhpur is a blazing blue beacon of what is so enchanting about Rajasthan.

A traditional boat glides along Kerala backwaters at dawn, with palm trees and mist rising above the calm waterway.

Kerala

Defined by its glorious Arabian Sea coast, a maze of glistening backwaters, and the scented breezes of spice- and tea-covered hills, Kerala is an entirely different world.

Dhobi Ghat open-air laundry with Mumbai skyscrapers, India

Mumbai

Much like the rest of India, Mumbai is a little bit of everything. Its bustling port brings a melting pot for cultures from every corner of the country, and with it, all of India’s diverse traditions rolled into one.

Bengal tiger yawning in the grasslands of Ranthambore National Park, India

Ranthambore National Park

Ranthambore is one of the best spots in India to catch a glimpse of tigers in the wild.

Marble chattri and Lake Palace at sunrise, Lake Pichola Udaipur

Udaipur

Romantic and elegant, Udaipur is known by many names, including the ‘Venice of the East’ and ‘the City of Lakes’.

Munshi Ghat riverfront palace and boats on the Ganges River in Varanasi, India at sunrise

Varanasi

India is known as the land of contrasts, and nowhere will you experience as many extremes in such a small space as in Varanasi, the spiritual capital of Hinduism.