India is a paradise for culture lovers. Full of architectural wonders and captivating traditions, it is a place of colour, variety and spiritual passion that simply does not allow you to be bored. Take a look at our luxury escorted cultural holidays in India for UK travellers and you will get a sense of what we mean.

Delhi brings together India’s array of religions with Buddhist, Hindu and Jain temples, impressive mosques and the UNESCO-listed Qutub Minar, the world’s tallest brick minaret. Premium guided culture tours of India also visit such spectacular Rajasthan destinations as the Palace of the Winds in Jaipur, the colourful haveli town of Mandawa, and the city of Agra, home to the magnificent 16^th century fort and the mesmerising Taj Mahal with which Indian heritage is synonymous.

At Varanasi, you can experience the magical atmosphere of an Aarti ceremony and even light your own candle to set afloat on the Ganges. One of the highlights of luxury Indian tours going to Amritsar is the daily Palki Sahib ceremony, in which the Sikh holy scripture is symbolically carried to a room on a gold palanquin amid singing.

In southern India, the Meenakshi Temple in Madurai boasts stunning architecture and its own tradition of ‘putting to bed’ an image of Shiva. In Thekkady, you can learn about the harvesting and use of spices and tea. And in Kochi you can watch Kathaklai dancers performing in their traditional elaborate costumes.

Whatever your tastes, we have a fabulous worldwide range of 5-star luxury tours to choose from. Browse them today and treat yourself to a luxury getaway to remember.

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