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The Golden Triangle is a great starting point for anyone visiting India for the first time. The journey is made up of three of the most visited cities in north India – Delhi, Agra and Jaipur, offering a fantastic combination of history and culture.
Only after stepping foot in India will you realise that Indian cuisine, as you know it, just doesn’t exist. To paint both the delicate and punchy flavours of India with the same broad brushstroke overlooks the smorgasbord of dishes on offer from north to south. Tried and tested recipes balance coriander, cumin and cardamom with almost scientific precision, guaranteeing a culinary experience you will never forget.
Enjoy a sneak peek into daily life in India by staying at a haveli or in a homestay. If only for a few nights, you will be shoehorned into a family, enjoying traditional Indian hospitality, sampling home cooked food and exploring the path less travelled. Staying at one of these unique lodgings will give you an incredible insight into real India, and you will be welcomed with open arms by hosts whose wealth of local knowledge knows no bounds. Coming in all shapes and sizes, from plantation bungalows to historic houses, majestic forts and charming cottages, a short stay in one of these unique properties allows you to immerse yourself in India rather than simply visit it.
India is a magical country which welcomes travellers with a chaotic and colourful assault on the senses. Never is this more prominent than during one of the many festivals. Below we have listed the dates for the major festivals in India in 2017. Speak to one of our specialists about incorporating one of these into a tailor-made itinerary.
With millions of passengers on the move every day, travelling on some 71,000 miles of track, India's intricate network of railways are the arteries of the country, connecting its bustling cities with its sleepy villages and everywhere in between. The sprawling rail network reaches the nooks and crannies of India which are otherwise impossible to find. Amongst the country's miles of train tracks are some of the most picturesque rail journeys in the world, most notable of which are its famed toy trains. Whilst perhaps not the most efficient way of getting from A to B, the experience is an absolute must to add to your India itinerary.
Damodra Desert Camp
Jaisalmer, India
Best for: Honeymoon, Family, Imagine Favourites
Damodra Desert Camp sits like a glittering mirage on the way to the Sam sand dunes in the Thar Desert outside of the charming city of Jaisalmer. Combining modern facilities with comfort and of course the warmth of traditional Indian Hospitality.
To start planning your tailor-made holiday, call us on (646) 934-8916
Socially aware of the history and needs of the indigenous village communities, Damodra Desert Camp consists of ten cottage-style tents with attached en suite showers and western style bathrooms. Travellers are offered a wonderfully unique opportunity to experience the rich Thar culture and heritage of the people of Rajasthan as you are entertained with dinner, dancing and music under the patchwork of stars.
Damodra Desert camp is the perfect base for exploring the city of Jaisalmer while also enabling intrepid guests to head out by 4x4 jeep or Camel off into the pristine Thar desert which can include epic overnight adventures out in the desert for wonderfully romantic experiences, while adrenaline junkies can always swap this for an afternoon of sand boarding out on the dunes!
When to go
December to March is the perfect time to visit Rajasthan and the North when rainfall is minimal and temperatures are pleasant during the day. It can get cold at night, so make sure to pack a few extra layers when visiting at this time. Summer starts mid-March and can get very hot getting into May and June. The monsoon period follows directly after from July to September, where humidity is high and the region receives the majority of its rainfall, although still very minimal amounts. The months of October and November after the monsoon season are also a great time to visit the region as it experiences warm and dry weather during the day with cooler temperatures at night.
To start planning your tailor-made holiday, call us on (646) 934-8916