A luxury holiday to India promises a never-to-be-forgotten experience.
From vibrant cities to quiet backwaters and desert landscapes to some of the highest mountain ranges on the planet, a luxury holiday to India promises a never-to-be-forgotten experience. With breathtaking scenery, a fascinating cultural history and some of the world's most luxurious and romantic hotels, India also makes the perfect honeymoon destination. Many of India's luxury hotels boast magnificent spas with a choice of treatments that are out of this world. When planning a visit to this colourful land, it is worth considering timing your visit to coincide with one of India's many spectacular festivals such as Diwali in November, Republic Day in late January and Independence Day in mid August. One of the main gateways to the South, Mumbai, is India's busiest metropolis - a startling contrast to relaxing destinations like the beach-lovers paradise of Goa and the utter tranquility of the Keralan backwaters, best discovered aboard a traditional houseboat. Bustling Chennai provides an excellent base from which to discover nearby Kanchipuram, 'City of a thousand temples'.
CLIMATE The best time to visit India is from October to March. The monsoon season occurs from May to September with high rainfall, particularly in the south. HEALTH Precautions must be taken to avoid the risk of contracting Cholera, Typhoid, Poliomyelitis, Hepatitis A and Malaria. TIME DIFFERENCE GMT +5.30 hours CURRENCY Indian Rupee VISA REQUIREMENTS British passport holders must obtain a visa. HOW TO GET THERE British Airways operate direct services to Mumbai and Chennai. Mumbai is also served direct by Virgin Atlantic and Jet Airways. FLYING TIME MUMBAI: 8 hours 30 mins
Complimentary Nights - Park Hyatt Goa Resort & Spa
Park Hyatt Goa Resort & Spa, Southern India
Stay 7 nights, pay for 6; Stay 14 nights, pay for 12. Valid 05/11/09-26/12/09 & 04/01/10-30/04/10 for bookings confirmed 60 days or more prior to arrival.
Complimentary Nights - The Leela Kempinski
The Leela Kempinski, Southern India
Stay 7 nights, pay for 6; Stay 14 nights, pay for 12. Valid 01/10/09-21/12/09 & 04/01/10-30/09/10.
Complimentary Nights - Taj Exotica
Taj Exotica, Southern India
Stay 5 nights ,pay for 4. Valid until 15/04/10. Black out 28/12/09-03/01/10.