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Delve into a world of delicious street food, ride rickshaws through bustling cities and cruise on the Lower Ganges River when you choose from 243 cruises, rail journeys and guided tours through India. Mingle with Mumbai merchants and explore centuries-old icons including the incomparable Taj Mahal at sunrise or take a luxury rail journey reminiscent of times past through India’s heartlands. This magical country awaits.

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Grand India

20 Days Delhi to Mumbai

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Icons of India: The Taj, Tigers & Beyond

10 Days Delhi to Delhi

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Essence of India with Ranthambore

8 Days Delhi to Delhi

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Discover Kerala & Sri Lanka: Islands & Ruins

18 Days Kochi to Hikkaduwa

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Discover Must do India experiences and highlights

See the Taj Mahal

See this beautiful mausoleum of love at first light, when the sun’s rays colour the white marble in a golden hue. An iconic must do experience.

Spot Begal Tigers in Ranthambore

Search for Bengal tigers on a game drive through Ranthambore National Park, where you can see a plethora of wildlife including leopards, deer and hyena.

River Cruise the Ganges

Marvel at the stunning 108 Shiv Mandirs and terracotta sculptures before returning to your river ship to sail further along the mighty Ganges, discovering India’s wonders.

Take the Deccan Odyssey

Relax into elegant train travel on the luxury Deccan Odyssey. Travel through the heart of India to visit World Heritage-listed sites, temples, national parks and to witness India’s diverse landscapes along the way.

Visit the Palace of the Winds

Explore the beehive style structure that is the Hawa Mahal, known as The Palace of Winds. A standout on the Jaipur cityscape with its pink and red sandstone facade of intricate balconies that reach five storeys high.

Recent Reviews What our clients are saying about their journeys through India

Exciting trip in Sri Lanka John & Jenny, NSW, Australia, Feb 2020

We have just arrived home from our 17 day trip with Bunnik to Sri Lanka, an amazing country with so much history. Our guide Priya was very knowledgeable, entertaining and made us very much at home in his beautiful country. Our group of 17 was very compatible and the bus we travelled in was an excellent size which gave us all plenty of room to move around ...read more

India without any hassle Donald, QLD, Australia, Nov 2019

Our experience was an intriguing and memorable holiday on our Portrait of India tour. From the moment we arrived until we boarded our plane to leave, we didn’t have to worry about a thing as everything was taken care of. The accommodation was superb and we visited some magnificent places and sites along with a couple of real surprises. The Taj Mahal ...read more

Thoroughly enjoyable Sri Lanka tour Vanessa, NSW, Australia, Nov 2019

We thoroughly enjoyed this trip. Some of the hotels were magnificent especially the one at Yala National Park. Some of the hotels were dated and needed renovations, all were comfortable. I think this tour had been outsourced as usually with Travelmarvel most meals and accompanying drinks are included and some people were irritated by having to buy their ...read more

India during Diwali Graham & Michelle, QLD, Australia, Oct 2019

Great trip - saw many aspects of Indian culture. Especially interesting at this time of the festive season. Be prepared for very very busy travel on the roads - trucks, buses, cows, camels, rickshaws, motor bikes etc etc. all going in various directions!!! Many women are dressed in their beautiful sarees for this period. The trip was excellent. The ...read more

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02 September, 2019
Unique Wildlife Experiences: In Search of India’s Big Cats
India is well known for its big ticket items – think the Taj Mahal, the Amber Fort, and the City Palace of Jaipur. However, there is something else big slinking through the Indian landscapes, and it comes striped, speckled, or framed by an elaborate mane. Along with a concentration of other...

18 October, 2018
Best Time to Trek Nepal
The Himalayas can throw all kinds of weather at you, all year round. You can get all four seasons in one day and things can change very quickly on the slopes. There is also a large disparity in temperatures at low and high altitudes, so given that most treks will see you pass through a vast...

12 October, 2018
Guided Treks in Nepal
Nepal’s dramatic mountain ranges entice hikers with stunning scenery and a sense of triumph as they conquer the challenging peaks. Famous hiking routes like Everest Base Camp and the Annapurna trail offer adventurers the chance to tick something incredible off their bucket list, while lesser...

12 October, 2018
Trekking Annapurna FAQs
The Annapurna Circuit is one of the most popular treks in the world, and for good reason. This long distance trail is peppered with quaint teahouses, flanked by rhododendron forests and surrounded by towering peaks. It’s scenery and charm will tease your senses, while its gruelling distance...