Best Choice for Luxury Holidays in India

India is one of the most amazing places on earth with its natural abundance and historic significance. But how about experiencing this natural bliss amidst Indian royalty? This has been made possible at the following luxury tourist destinations of the country.

1. God’s Own Country - Kerala

Kerala is one of the most beautiful tourist destinations of India. Walk along the golden beaches of Cochin as the wild waves of Arabian Sea touches your feet and the setting sun spreads an array of colors over the sky; or spends some special moments with your special ones sitting under the cool shadows of the palm and coconut trees. The Ayurveda SPA resorts of Kerala are also great places to restore your health. Last but not the least; the beautifully decorated houseboats floating over the crystalline backwaters of Kerala await your presence. Equipped with all modern amenities and serving the lip smacking cuisines under starlit sky, passing by the villages, stretches of paddy fields and blooming lilies; a day or two in the houseboats is a dream come true for any traveller.

Kumarakom Backwaters Kerala

Some of the popular tourist sites at Kerala are:

Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary
Periyar Tiger Reserve
Alleppey Backwaters
Munnar Hill Station
Kovalam Beach

Suggested Tour : 10 Days - Best of Kerala Tour

2. The Land of Maharajas - Rajasthan

The regal Indian style of living is another name for ultimate luxury; you can experience this opulence only at Rajasthan. The warrior princes of the state were known for their bravery and passion for art and architecture. Under their benevolence grand palaces were constructed throughout Rajasthan. You can not only visit these intricately carved, dazzling monuments but can also stay here. For example, you can enjoy a romantic candle light dinner at the Jag Mandir Palace, located at the heart of Lake Pichola. Visit the mighty forts of the state which still bear symbols if chivalry of the Rajput clan or ride on camels and decked up elephants to have fun and feel like a royal. Another form of luxury at Rajasthan is its quintessential cuisines which are served in silver lined plates and hand cut crystalline glasses. Buy boutique apparels, watch puppet shows or tap your feet to the rhythms of sarangi here.

Some of the tourist hotspots of Rajasthan are:

The Pink City of Jaipur
The Blue City of Jodhpur
The Golden City of Jaisalmer
The City of Lakes, Udaipur
The Ranthambore National Park

Suggested Tour : 17 Days - Rajasthan Cultural and Wildlife Tour Read More : 5 Best Luxury Hotels to Stay in, During Rajasthan Tour

3. The Pearl of Orient - Goa

This tiny city is truly a pearl of India with its exotic beaches, spicy food and a gala lifestyle. If you want to be in luxury, be at Goa. You can start the day at Goa visiting the old churches or lying lazily at the hammocks of the sun kissed beaches of the state. If you are too stressed out, visit a Ayurveda SPA resort to revive your senses or boost your adrenaline soaring high in the sky with paragliding or playing beach volley. Nights at Goa are full of life and fun; try out your luck at the dazzling casinos or tap your feet at the beach parties through the night; if you are looking for something soothing, the trance music of Goa is for you. Last but not the least; if you want a rocking start to the year, be at the Sunburn Festival of Goa.

Baga Beach Goa

Some tourist hotspots of Goa are:

Candolim Beach, Miramar Beach, Colva Beach, Majorda Beach, Anjuna Beach, and Baga Beach
Basilica of Bom Jesus, St. Cathedral Church, and St. Francis of Assisi
Bondla Wildlife Sanctuary
Arvalam Waterfall
Aguada Fort

Suggested Tour : 4 Days - Goa Beaches Tour

4. The Luxury Hide Way - Karnataka

If you want to be whisked into luxury this vacation, try out Karnataka. While the capital city of the state, Bengaluru has several luxury boutique hotels, the glittering shopping malls and the historic monuments and sprawling gardens of the city, like the Lal Bagh makes your journey a blend of contemporary and classic. Karnataka also has several hill stations where you can rejuvenate yourself under natural bliss; the national parks and palaces of the state are other primary attractions.

Lal Bagh Botanical Garden Karnataka

At Karnataka, you must visit:

Nagarahole National Park
Chikmagalur Hill Station
Temples of Hassan
Coorg Hill Station
Mysore Palace

Suggested Tour : 13 Days - Karnataka with Goa Tour

5. The Devbhumi - Uttarakhand

Uttarakhand is a luxury tourist destination to fulfil your dreams of a tranquil and lavish vacation. Watch the setting sun play with colors from the comfort of your resort room or walk over the carpet of bright blossoms at the Valley of Flowers; breathe fresh air at the Himalayan foothills or restore your health with Ayurveda and yoga at the SPAs. If nothing appeals to your heart, just relax at the banks of River Ganges, listening to the hymns and sound of bells coming from the ancient shrines.

Valley of Flowers Uttarakhand India