India is a diverse country with varied attractions and things do. Traveling in India means it’s like a topnotch with exotic places and travel experiences. If anyone doubts about luxury options in India mean, they are wasting their time with unnecessary doubts. India is always at its best in satisfying visitors with utmost luxury experiences in Indian regal style.

Here are the top 10 Indian luxury travel experiences which make you surprise and enjoy a lot if you make them a part of your journey.

#1. Unforgettable Memories with Floating Palace

Udaipur is the best destination for regal lavishness and opulence stays. The Lake Pichola holds a beauty at the center is Lake Palace which is a royal palace turned into a five-star hotel. It is the right choice to stay in Udaipur to have the pleasure of comfort and regal touch.

The Lake Palace is well-known for its hospitality and humble services. Here you can stay in rooms or royal suites which are filled with world-class amenities and the restaurants with finger licking delicious cuisines. And the Spa, swimming pool, wellness center, gym, etc are the best facilities provided by Lake Palace to rejuvenate your body and soul.

#2. Enjoy a Balloon Ride in India

Balloon riding in India is the most fascinating and thrilling adventurous activity. When you reach a certain height you will enjoy the feast of an eye with numerous gigantic things also in small size. By attaining this activity, you will realize the apt meaning of bird’s eye view.

In this hot air balloon, a group of eight or four can take a trip. According to the occasion, the safari providers decorate the balloon with flowers, champagne etc as per the requirement. Hot air balloon is the most romantic safari for newlyweds. In Rajasthan, Jaipur and Pushkar are the best places for balloon rides. And the best time to visit for balloon ride is between October to April.

#3. Traveling on Palace on Wheels

India’s most opulent mode of a journey is Indian Luxury trains. Among them, the Palace on Wheels is the most rated luxury train in India and also India’s first luxury train. Its itinerary follows the popular destinations of Rajasthan state. This luxury train is well-equipped with all the amenities and facilities.

You may feel it as a luxurious hotel with a bar & lounge, restaurant with continental and regional dishes, a conference car, spa and wellness center etc. Every room in this train is well-furnished with all abilities and needs. Traveling on Palace on Wheels like to be you are in a Palace.

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#4. Rejuvenating Ayurveda at the Himalayas

Traveling to someplace means it is a sign that a person to get relax or get rid of stresses. For them, Ayurveda spa treatment is the best relief in a pleasant and tranquil atmosphere at the Himalayas. In the Himalayas, there a lot number of spa resorts are available with therapies, massages, unique treatments, etc.

Here the most reputed spa resort is Ananda at the foothills of the Himalayas near Rishikesh. In this resort, everywhere you will experience the pleasing atmosphere surrounded by beautiful scenic views and greenery. Here you will get fresh food with medicinal values. Simply, your mind and soul will get refreshed and excites for a new journey in life.

#5. Cruising on Backwaters of Kerala

Kerala “God’s own country” is a beautiful city with natural attractions. Everyone who visits Kerala never miss cruising on backwaters. Kerala is the name for houseboats equipped with all necessities and requirements. Spending time with your dear ones on cruises of Kerala is the most luxurious experience you will remember in your life forever.

You will be caught with a flock of villages along the side of waters with many attractions to see. The environment while traveling on the backwaters of Kerala is so pleasing and enthralling. Journey on backwaters will refresh all your senses with an atmospheric touch.

#6. Fun with Beaches of India

Beaches of India are very peculiar with varied attractions and activities to do a lot here. India is a peninsular country, so here you can witness numerous beaches with many attractions. Ideal places for beaches in India means at first Goa and Andaman & Nicobar Islands.

It will be so cool and enjoyable when you stay in a resort or hotel near the beaches. You will be able to catch every moment of beaches of India from morning to night. When it comes to water activities, Indian beaches offers snorkeling, scuba diving, seabed stroll, etc. But Scuba diving is the utmost activity to be done to experience the hidden life of beaches.

#7. Moonlight Experience at the Thar Desert

Just imagine how it will be a dinner with your loving partner at amid desert. It will be so romantic and the most memorable moment in your life. The experience of moonlight dinner at the Thar Desert is so awesome and enjoyable one under the bright stars and everything silent around you.

For desert camps, Rajasthan is one and only best place in India. The Thar Desert camps are well-equipped with all necessities like Verandah, lanterns, candles, and hot and cold water facilities also. You can go around the desert through jeep or camel safaris. Enjoyable nights with cultural activities and delicious cuisines of Rajasthan. Winter season is ideal for moonlight dinner at the Thar Desert.

#8. Eco-Friendly Tours

The best ever tour to refresh our mind and soul with a pleasing environment means Eco-friendly tours. Now a days, most of the travelers are planning to discover the nature and its attractions with the tours. With no doubt, we can say that Ecotourism is the best luxury travel experience for everyone.

In this selection of tour, India stands at the first place with many places. Various places in India with beautiful waterfalls, valleys, hill stations, greenery landscapes etc attract tourists to nestle in nature presence. In this world, nothing can be a luxurious experience than nature’s presence.

#9. Luxury Resorts and Hotels

Many resorts and hotels in India are famed for unique luxury elements and wellness. There are numerous resorts and hotels nestled amid forests, hill stations, valleys, mountains, and alongside rivers and beaches etc. In these resorts, you will be treated in a regal manner with hospitality services.

All these resorts and hotels are well-equipped with world class amenities and facilities. The major facilities provided by these resorts or hotels are Ayurveda spa, swimming pools, space for indoor games, bar & lounge, and restaurants with national and international cuisines.

Ideal Resorts or Hotels of India: Amanbagh Resort, The Oberoi Udaivilas, Park Hyatt Goa Resort and Spa, and The Oberoi Cecil Shimla, etc.

#10. Staying in a Tree House

Staying in a tree house is an extremely different choice to remember your childhood dreams to build a tree house. It will be so enthusiastic to stay in a tree house which will be surrounded by lush greenery and a pleasant atmosphere. You may feel like to stay there forever and to enjoy the pleasure of nature.

The best place for tree houses in India means one and only Kerala. Because it is well-known for natural attractions and greenery around. You will be provided with all facilities and requirements in these tree houses. The experience of spending time in the tree houses is completely different day by day with different natural attractions.

11. Tea Tourism at Darjeeling

Tea tourism is getting more attention from nature lovers and adventure luxury travelers. As the name indicates, the vacation revolves around tea. You get to stay in luxury bungalows in the middle of tea plantations, get access to private regions of the plantation and tea factories, enjoy exclusive tea flavors (some of which are entirely exported to other countries) and most importantly, you get to watch the tea making process.

Some of the estates provide heritage-rich hospitality and pampering luxury elements. There are a few boutique hotels built in the middle of the plantations too. Apart from tea exploration, you can spend time visiting orchards, fishing, hiking and other nature activities. Apart from Darjeeling, other important places for tea tourism are Assam, Munnar, West Bengal and others.

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12. Cruise Trip to Lakshadweep

Due to the attention thunder of Andaman and Nicobar Islands, tourists seldom think about the gem on the western side of the country, Lakshadweep group of islands. The island is a beauty beyond explanation. However, the route to Lakshadweep can be even more mesmerizing. You can take 3-5 days cruise from the coast of the mainland India to Lakshadweep.

Some cruise packages cover many attractions along the coast line of Lakshadweep too. If you want to enjoy a luxury vacation, avoid the government-run cruise and choose private ones. These cruises will have adventure sports, entertainment shows, dances and others on-board. There are even nine-deck cruise vessels running between Cochin and Lakshadweep with eminent facilities like spa, stage room, party halls, live performances, scuba diving, reef snorkeling, boat rides and others.

13. Get Back to the Locals with Village Resorts

Luxury vacation always does not mean international styled living and facilities. The ancient India is known for its luxury style of living and there is always a unique taste of luxury in living like the ancient Indians. The best way to enjoy that perfect glimpse of heritage is by choosing village resorts.

You get to visit artisans, watch them make masterpieces, buy authentic souvenirs, enjoy performances by local celebrities and much more. For authentic effect, you can choose to stay in luxury tents. You get to enjoy the royal cuisine of the land just like the royals of the land. Most of the village resorts are located closer to nature and thus, tourists are taken on nature activities and other colorful experiences.

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14. Stay like Royals in Castles and Forts

There is a difference between luxury hotels and heritage forts. The later one makes you feel like a royal heir. India is a land of thousand kings who built several styles of forts and palaces during different era. Many of these heritage architectural marvels are now re-furbished and renovated into heritage hotels. You get to live in the King’s room, enjoy the upholstery, decor and hospitality that the royals enjoyed and have a gastronomical delight during meals. Every element of your vacation will be crafted to re-create the king’s experience. Top heritage hotels to try are Gajner Palace, Samode Palace, Umaid Bhawan Palace and many others.

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15. Luxury Bollywood Vacation

Are you a film-fan? You can enjoy a luxury experience with Bollywood in Mumbai. For starter, you can choose to enjoy a private screening of movie in which you and your family will be alone in a massive theater to enjoy the movie of your choice. Intervals are decided by you and the food will be served to your seats. You can also take part in Bollywood parties, film premiers and visit many swanky bars and restaurants, which are known to be frequented by top movie stars. There are several tour agencies which could arrange a complete Bollywood vacation for you.

Luxury means not only having classy elements around you but also have the pleasant mood to enjoy the vacation. So, choose the best among the top 15 for the best luxury travel experience in India at least once in your life.

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