Special Interest Tours

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In Search of the Red Panda & Fishing Cats

12 days from £4,595.00

London - Kolkata - Himalayan forest of Singalila (Nepal) - Baghrol Basa - Kolkata - London

Take off into the wild to spot two of Asia's most elusive creatures - the adorable Red Panda and the sleek Fishing Cat. Witness diverse wildlife including Clouded Leopards and exotic birds and panramic views of the world's highest mountains. This unique wildlife safari is more than just a thrilling adventure; it's a chance to support conservation efforts while immersing yourself in the breathtaking diversity of two distinct ecosystems.

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The King’s Retreat & Count’s Cottages – Transylvania

7 days from £1,825.00

Transylvania

In the Carpathian foothills of Transylvania, Romania lies the historic estate of Count Tibor Kalnoky, a long-standing friend of the British Royal Family. Here, discover the private nature retreat of (former Prince of Wales) now King Charles III at Zalanpatak, which is now open to welcome individual travellers, and the Count’s Cottages at nearby Miklosvar.

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Tigers of India 19 - 30 March 2028 Led by Steve & Alfie Race

12 days from £6,296.00

London - Mumbai - Pench National Park - Kanha National Park - Mumbai - London

A photographic adventure to the secluded forests of India’s Pench and Kanha National Parks in search of the Bengal Tiger. Utilising the incomparable experience of the parks most renowned and knowledgeable tiger experts you will enjoy 8 days exploring and photographing throughout the National Parks, home to these magnificent critically endangered big cats, accompanied by a passionate and experienced naturalist and wildlife photographer you benefit from their encyclopedic knowledge, identifying what would otherwise remain unseen.

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Tigers of India - Wildlife Photography Tour Led by Steve Race 19 - 30 March 2027

12 days from £5,900.00

London - Delhi - Kanha National Park - Bandhavgarh National Park - Delhi - London

When you are accompanied by a passionate and experienced naturalist and wildlife photographer you benefit from their encyclopedic knowledge, identifying what would otherwise remain unseen.

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Tigers, Tea & Mother Teresa
11 to 26 February 2027

16 days from £5,399.00

London - Kolkata - Brahmaputra River Cruise - Darjeeling - Kolkata - London

Your invitation to join Revd Mark Woodrow on an Odyssey of Spirit and Wildness: Tigers, Tea & Mother Teresa, prepare yourself for a journey that defies the ordinary - a 16-day expedition through the less travelled region of North East India, a tour which balances the roar of the wild with the profound quiet of the spirit. Led by The Rev. Mark Woodrow, this is more than a tour; it is an immersive "Journey of Discovery" designed for those who seek to see India not just with their eyes, but with their hearts, souls, and their tastebuds!

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An Odyssey of North India

23 days from £5,835.00

London - Delhi - Meerut: The Mutiny - Amritsar - Dharamshala - Shimla - Delhi - Lucknow- Kanpur & Bithur - Agra - Fatehpur Sikri - Jaipur - London

This is a wonderful journey of discovery and exploration: starting in vibrant Delhi, feel the pulse of the scared city of Sikhism in Amritsar, the Buddhist sanctuary in Dharamshala, the historical sights in Shimla. Learn about the Mutiny of Meerut, Lucknow & Kanpur ending the trip by visiting the iconic monuments of the Taj Mahal in Agra and the Pink City of Jaipur.

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Britain’s Greatest Battle; Tour of Kohima & Imphal
Friday 12 – Wednesday 24 March 2027

13 days from £3,699.00

London - Kolkata - Dimapur - Kohima - Imphal - Kolkata - London

It was on Kohima Ridge in 1944, that the invasion of India by the Japanese Imperial Army was halted by the bravery of a small garrison of just 1500 British and Indian soldiers, who, although outnumbered by about 10:1, held out for 14 days, until relieved by the British 2nd Division.

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East India Heritage

14 days

London - Kolkata: Heritage Walk - Barrackpore - Serampore & Chandernagore exploration - Cruise on Hoogley - Darjeeling: Toy Train - Glenburn tea estate - Kolkata - London

Retrace the footsteps of your ancestors - what will you discover?

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Splendours of South India

20 days

London - Bangalore - Mysore: Serirangapatna - Ooty: Toy Train to - Coimbatore - Delhi - Trichi: Rock Fort Temple - Pondicherry: Fort St David - Auroville - Vellore: Fort Arcot - Chennai: British East India Legacy - Mahabalipuram: Shore Temple - Chennai - London

The 50 tour members who participated in one or more of the three trips to North, South and East India back in 2015. They found it fascinating to walk through similar paths as their ancestors and to uncover information about their forebears – for example finding an entry for a family marriage in a parish register in Trichinopoly or being captivated that their ancestor’s grave was one of the larger tombs in the South Park Cemetery in Kolkata.

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Geology Field Trip – Unknown Tian Shan Led by Dr Alexey Dudashvili & Dr Lyudmyla Bartkova 21 Jul - 01 Aug 2027

12 days from £4,590.00

London-Bishkek-Toktogul-Osh-Batken-Osh- Pamir- Bishkek-London

Geological field trip through Kyrgyzstan and the Tien-Shan mountain system under the leadership of Dr. Alexey Dudashvili, accompanied by Dr. Lyudmyla Bartkova. This tour will introduce participants to the geological evolution of the Tien-Shan as we travel from Bishkek into a series of contrasting tectonic and geological provinces across the country.

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The Making of Mountains: A Geological Tour Through The Himalayas
Tuesday 24 August – Wednesday 08 September 2027

16 days from £5,548.00

London - Delhi - Leh - Tso Kar - Sarchu - Manali - Shimla - Delhi - Agra - London

Join Geologist Prof Yani Najman on a spectacular tour of the "Abode of Snows" that provides a geological history of the Himalayas, varied scenery from glaciers to high altitude deserts and an opportunity to witness the fascinating cultures and historical sights in the Northern regions of India.

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Cambodia Explorer Textiles, Temples & Khmer Cuisine

11 days from £2,859.00

Siem Reap - Phnom Penh

This is an outstanding tour covering the main highlights of evocative Cambodia from its wondrous Temple heritage at Angkor Wat, the beauty of Tonle Sap Lake, and an insight into the techniques of traditional Khmer textiles and silk weaving and fantastic Khmer cuisine. Tailor make it and add on Loas, Thailand or Vietnam.

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Colourful Textiles of Amritsar & Gujarat – India
Fri 23 Oct – Tue 10 Nov 2026

19 days from £4,130.00

London – Amritsar - Ahmedabad – Patan – Modhera – Dasada – Bhuj - Mumbai - London

Explore a wide range of textiles from Phulkari traditional emrbrodry from Punjab, coarse cotton and wool rugs woven in Kutch at villages near the Pakistan border to elaborate double ikat sarees woven for rich business families, from colourful embroideries of the village women of Kutch to sophisticated tapestries of the royal palaces. We will also get to see rare weaves like the Patola and the Tangolio, crafts like Rogan that are now practised by only a few families, and heirloom pieces of embroidery made for women's trousseau. Tour led by Polly Woolstone & Julia Oxlade, travel in a small group with like-minded textile enthusiasts.

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Craft Legacies of South, Central & Western India
31 Oct–17 Nov 2026

18 days from £6,735.00

London - Bangalore - Chennai - Pondicherry - Hyderabad - Maheshwar - Mumbai - London

Join Prof. Pavithra Muddaya on this journey designed for those who wish to experience India beyond the usual landmarks — in the quiet spaces where culture continues to live, breathe, and evolve. Balancing cities with villages, monuments with workshops, it reveals India through craft, community, and continuity. Hidden temples, shared meals, artisan studios, and lingering conversations offer glimpses of a country that invites reflection as much as discovery.

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India: Beyond the Guidebook
05-18 November 2026

14 days from £4,470.00

London - Delhi - Agra - Jaipur - Alwar - Varanasi - Delhi - London

Join Reena, on this enriching 14-day journey through North India, combining art, culture, and cuisine with exclusive, expert-led experiences. From Delhi’s layered history and the Taj Mahal at sunrise to Jaipur’s vibrant heritage, Alwar’s tranquil fort, and the spiritual depth of Varanasi, this small group tour offers a refined and immersive exploration of India.

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India’s Living Craft & Cultural Traditions
29 Jan – 13 Feb 2027

8 days from £6,890.00

London · Delhi · Agra · Jaipur · Lucknow · Varanasi - Delhi - London

Prepare yourself for an experience that moves beyond the brochure — a thoughtfully curated journey through India’s textile-rich heartlands, designed to immerse you in the India you would truly like to get to know. This is not a conventional tour of landmarks, but an engaging exploration of place, people, and process, where history is not frozen in museums but lives on in looms, hands, and conversations.

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Little Lhasa & Foothills of the Himalayas
04 – 21 October 2026

18 days

London - Amritsar - McLeodganj (Dharamshala) - Mandi - Shimla - Delhi - London

This expert-led is an immersive experience into the cultural treasures of Tibetan Buddhism within India, reatures visits to British Raj-period hill stations, the glittering Golden Temple at Amritsar, and Tibetan cultural heritage in McLeodganj, or ‘Little Lhasa,’ the centre of the Tibetan community in India. Also visit an ancient sacred meditation cave, learn from traditional Himalayan thangka painters, speak in Tibetan, and see beautiful Indian textiles in Delhi Led by art historian, lecturer and curator - Jordan Quill.

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Textiles & Temples of Odisha and South India

14 days

London - Delhi - Bhubaneshwar - Puri - Dhenkanal - Chennai - London

Odisha is one of India’s most fascinating yet little-known regions, discover ancient Buddhist and Hindu temples with rich traditions of village craft production and tribal culture.

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Textiles, Arts & Crafts of Uzbekistan
07 – 17 May 2026

13 days

London - Samarkand - Bukhara - Khiva - Tashkent - London

Unravel the Silk Road at its heart, Uzbekistan; with Chris Aslan Alexander author of numerous books. 'A Carpet Ride to Khiva - Seven years on the Silk Road chronicles his many adventures in the region.

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Textiles, Arts and Crafts of Bhutan

16 days from £5,300.00

New Delhi - Paro - Trashigang - Mongar - Lhuntse - Bumthang -Thimpu - Paro - New Delhi

To the Bhutanese  it is more than a textile, it is a lifestyle, unique pieces, combining exclusive handmade products with sustainable value and an extensive history of weaving. Appreciate the intangible cultural heritage of the Land of the Thunder Dragon.

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Bhutan – Myths & Legends

12 days from £3,955.00

Delhi - Thimphu - Punakha - Gangtey - Bumthang - Paro - Delhi

A land where magic and myths are all part of culture and history; a place where more monks are found rather than soldiers, and one of the last remaining bastions of Tantric Mahayana Buddhism.

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Courts & Palaces of India: Mughals, Rajputs & Nizams
07-21 February 2027

15 days from £7,225.00

London - Delhi - Agra - Jaipur - Bundi - Udaipur - Ranakpur - Hyderabad - London

Join Sue Rollin - an archaeologist, historian and linguist with 30 years’ experience in leading tours, to discover some of the most spectacular and beautiful monuments of India. Glimpse a panorama of India through the ages, through India’s most iconic monuments and landscapes. From the Mughal splendour of Delhi and Agra — including the Taj Mahal — to the red-sandstone palaces of Fatehpur Sikri, this tour reveals India’s rich history and cultural depth. Travel through Rajasthan to Jaipur, Bundi, and Udaipur, discovering magnificent palaces, temples, lakes, and traditional arts. The journey ends in Hyderabad, once capital of a powerful princely state and home of the legendary Koh-i-Noor diamond.

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Deserts, Palaces & Tropical Backwaters A Small Group Tour Led by Mark Woodrow 8-24 October 2027

17 days from £8,265.00

London - Delhi - Jodhpur - Jamba - Jaipur - Cochin - Vaikundam - Mararikulam - Cochin - London

When asked to describe their impressions of India, one of the most frequently used adjectives given by visitors are its “Colours”.

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Hemis Festival Ladakh

14 days

London – New Delhi – Nimmu – Phey - Nubra - Leh – New Delhi - London

Held at the sprawling courtyard of Hemis monastery, the biggest Buddhist monastery in Ladakh, celebrating the birthday of local savior Lord Padmasambhava. A day of dance, music, prayers, masked performances and rich Ladakhi culture. All to be discovered in your journey to the most fascinating Ladakh.

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Kerala – God’s Own Country
26 Feb – 12 Mar 2027

15 days from £4,960.00

London - Dubai - Cochin  - Munnar - Periyar - Kumarakom - Houseboat - Marari Beach - Dubai - London

Join our Small Group tour travelling through God’s Own Country, as the Keralans fondly call their eclectic state.

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