For the discerning traveller looking to travel in a more slow, immersive, and transformational manner, curated trips is the ultimate answer.
When opting for a curated trip, the traveller is ideally approaching exploration as an art form. A curated itinerary offers you an experience that is a lot more enriched and personalized than a normal package tour or group tour would offer. Whatever your niche is, on a curated trip, you are entirely immersed in local cultures and customs, art, food, and music, and certainly more mindful of your journey, which naturally makes you savour every moment of the journey.
We at ILH Tours curate active trips based on your budget, with authentic cultural experiences, local attractions and activities, the best food, Hatha and all the logistics for the entirety of your trip. A lot of thought and care is taken while designing each curated holiday around a client’s needs and preferences, the emphasis is on flexibility and personalisation across a range of authentic experiences. Even if your India wish-list is big on imagination and centered on each individual's interests, we at ILH Tours can draw up a holiday that would seem like a custom-created itinerary for every individual in the journey.
We most certainly can bring together Hatha yoga classes with hot air ballooning across the town, followed by a session of native Ayurvedic medicines.
Luxury holidays can mean different things to different people, for someone it could mean a luxurious wildlife trip with a small group of like-minded adventurers, while for another it could mean a lavish and intimate group travel with family and friends but opulence and extravagance is the keyword. Taking it up a notch higher is the ‘bespoke’ holidays, the new buzzword in the trade.
Bespoke holidays caters not so much about where clients want to go, rather it’s more about how they want to feel. Consequently, trips are designed to encompass emotive experiences such as celebration, bonding, romance etc.
Guests can celebrate a milestone birthday with their own private camp and DJ on a sand dune in Jaisalmer, indulge in a gastronomic tour of the forgotten French cuisine of Pondicherry, and celebrate a proposal on a boat in the middle of a lake in Udaipur or Kerala. Families celebrating a milestone birthday or anniversary can commission a filmmaker to make their own feature-length family film at the destination or even on a cruise as they sail over the crystal-clear waters across the Indian Ocean.
Curated by a dedicated travel design team at ILH Tours, bespoke itineraries are available, upon request.
In a world where everyday task takes up much of our days, it is essential to pause and reflect. We all need a break from the routine, and what better than a family holiday to break the monotony of routine.
With more and more people opting for quick getaways between work days, and school holidays and the ever increasing concept of staycations, there is a need to find a space that offers comfort and relaxation, activities for the kids along with luxurious amenities, and unparalleled services.
This is where ILH Tours comes in!
Amidst the frenetic pace of India’s pulsating metropolis we help you find a lies a haven of sophisticated luxury, a place where business and leisure seamlessly converge. Our getaways offer you an experience that transcends the boundaries of a mere ‘holiday’. Our family holiday programs include accommodation options ranging from luxury resorts to colonial-style estates, tree houses to rustic homestays. Whatever the kind of experience you seek, we have the finest of resources to help you customise the perfect family getaway. We at ILH Tours are committed to create a memorable and unforgettable experience for you and your family.
We most certainly can bring together Hatha yoga classes with hot air ballooning across the town, followed by a session of native Ayurvedic medicines.
Luxury holidays can mean different things to different people, for someone it could mean a luxurious wildlife trip with a small group of like-minded adventurers, while for another it could mean a lavish and intimate group travel with family and friends but opulence and extravagance is the keyword. Taking it up a notch higher is the ‘bespoke’ holidays, the new buzzword in the trade.
Bespoke holidays caters not so much about where clients want to go, rather it’s more about how they want to feel. Consequently, trips are designed to encompass emotive experiences such as celebration, bonding, romance etc.
Guests can celebrate a milestone birthday with their own private camp and DJ on a sand dune in Jaisalmer, indulge in a gastronomic tour of the forgotten French cuisine of Pondicherry, and celebrate a proposal on a boat in the middle of a lake in Udaipur or Kerala. Families celebrating a milestone birthday or anniversary can commission a filmmaker to make their own feature-length family film at the destination or even on a cruise as they sail over the crystal-clear waters across the Indian Ocean.
Curated by a dedicated travel design team at ILH Tours, bespoke itineraries are available, upon request.
Diverse, exhilarating and colourful, these words sum up what Indian festivals and fairs are like. Bubbling with life and infused by a myriad of rituals, music and dance, they are a true reflection of its age old cultural legacy and the perfect way to experience India’s ancient traditions. When touring India during festivals with ILH Tours, sensory overload is guaranteed!
India, with its diversity of religious traditions and customs has a long list of festivals – religious or otherwise, which are an integral part of life in India, and are celebrated with an intense fervour rarely seen anywhere else on the globe. Indians love their festivals and spare no effort to make them colour and joyous. While these might be quite overwhelming to the first timer, once you understand the spirit of that festival or fair, it is easy to get lost in their many pleasures.
The's 'Festival of Colours' – Holi and 'The Festival of Lights' - Diwali are possibly India's best-known festival and it is wonderful time to visit the country these festivals but there are also some regional festivals which are equally popular; Ganesh Chaturthi in Maharashtra, Guruvayur Temple festival in Kerala, the Nagaur cattle Fair etc. Whether you want to soak in the colours of Holi in a relaxed ambience or enjoy the thrill of an elephant race right at the centre of all the action at Guruvayur Temple festival , ILH Tours can help chalk out the perfect itinerary to make the experience memorable.
Jeep Safari is a great way to explore the extreme terrains and unexplored places in India including narrow mountainous highways, deserts, wildlife sanctuaries, National parks, forest, lush green valleys and river canyons.
ILH Tours has been curating and enabling incredible Jeep Safari experiences that are unlike anything else you can find. A guided Jeep safari gives you a ‘Get off-road’ access to remote settings and traditional villages in many places across India from the Himalayan region to the Thar Desert. Self-driven Jeep Safari not only gives you an adrenaline rush but you also discover so many off beat and rugged rural locations, meet local people, get to local produce like fruits and honeys and even visit some century old temple or a lake to swim in high up in the hills. Listening to enthralling tales from our fellow travellers about their journeys from across the world is the ‘cherry on the cake’. Quite literally, a boundless and exhilarating experience.
ILH Tours offers a vast selection of exceptional guided Jeep Safari and tours that explore enchanting destinations across India. We have been able to create a range of remarkable guided tours in partnership with local guides, automobile companies, off road experts and hotels that we believe you will undoubtedly love.
Guided self-drive tours are a superb choice for adventurers who wish to visit a previously unexplored area and with an experienced guide and navigator, guests are able to properly explore an area and discover all the amazing sights and sounds the destination has to offer. Moreover, a local guide is able to offer you provide a wealth of information on a variety of important travel topics from route and directions to rarely visited panoramic viewpoints, tips on the best food in a place, to helpful suggestions about changing weather conditions and popular landmarks too.
Wildlife journeys are not just limited to Kenya and South Africa. India with over 100 national parks and protected areas, bio diverse jungles with stunning landscapes, a wildlife holiday in India will have you seeking not just the famed Royal Bengal tiger or the Gir lions but also you get to track the elusive leopards and cheetahs and sight incredible birdlife too.
India’s most incredible tiger reserves, the Kanha National Park and Bandhavgarh National Park along with a few more offer luxurious accommodation options that redefine roughing it out. ILH Tours helps curate an authentic wildlife experience that puts you up in luxurious accommodations in the heart of India’s jungles and wildlife along with access to routes where you get a chance to an un-miss able and once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to view rare wildlife.
Witness the pageantry and drama of wildlife in their natural habitat, either on elephant back on a jeep or even by boat, at India’s select national parks and wildlife reserves. From eco-friendly luxe camps and earthy lodges that offer absolute comfort amid nature to comfy hotels
ILH Tour’s wildlife safari holidays promise to deliver a bespoke luxury safari experiences in India guided by the best in-house naturalists and trained wildlife experts. Travel in style, comfort and stay in some of the most extravagant yet classic luxury resorts in the country.
There’s no other possible way to freeze a ‘moment in time’ or a travel experience than to capture it in a frame forever, a moment that you always want to cherish.
In today’s time when photography has quite literally taken over our daily lives thanks to social media platforms like Instagram and Facebook, it has also become an essential tool, by being the windows to our professional as well as personal life. Traveling has almost become synonymous with photography and a generation of social media influencer has sprung up who live and breathe photos with their travel stories and reels.
But, destination photography is a complete different niche; and a brilliant niche to explore!
Whether you are a travel photographer, a wildlife photographer or a professional looking to capture the essence and opulence of India, we at ILH can make it all happen. From the plush and spacious suites of Palace hotels to underwater adventures, from stunning blooms in the valley of flowers to the dense jungle of the Dooars we custom design a program to suit your requirement of location, accommodation, accessibility and permissions too. ILH Tours offers an unrivalled experience for the photographer who seeks exclusivity.
India is often referred to as the ‘land of spices’ and not without reason. India's spices were once valued more highly than gold and the glory of Indian spices is reflected in the flavours of not only Indian cuisine but in some of the world's greatest cuisines too. Travellers visiting India are generally astounded by the sheer variety of culinary experiences and traditions this diverse country has to offer.
If you love food and travel and are looking to go on a culinary adventure, ILH Tours can whip up the most indulgent and fascinating culinary vacations to suit your palette.
Culinary vacations are immersive experiences into the local culinary culture, regardless of whether you’re a seasoned or an amateur cook or in the kitchen, it is a delicious way to experience a new destination. Working alongside local home chefs, you not only pick up new cooking techniques and recipes but also learn to make traditional dishes, starting from picking the ingredients at the local markets to serving it in traditional serve ware and the local style of eating it too.
Indian food is incredibly diverse and generally made from the local produce, based on what’s traditionally grown in the region and the season and of course the climate. The same vegetable can be cooked in a certain way up north while down south it would taste very different.
So whether you are looking for Indian food cooking classes, or planning to go on a food tours, or just play it safe and choose to make food a focal point of your next Indian holiday, we at ILH Tours have just the right ingredient for you.
“Everywhere is walking distance if you have the time.” ― Steven Wright.
Walking tours is a way of experiencing the world, not as a passive observer, but as an active participant. Guided walking tours are one of the best ways to discover something unique and distinct about any destination. Whether it’s a remote village in the North Eastern part of the country or the rocky terrain of the Deccan plateau or even a food trail in the narrow bylanes of Old Delhi, customised and guided walking tours are currently one of the most popular activities among the new age travellers.
Walking, unlike any other type of activity, allows you to experience firsthand not only a destination’s majestic natural areas, but its rich and varied human cultures, enjoy local customs and festivals and indulge in traditional cuisine as well.
Why not try some walking tours in India if you find walking to be particularly appealing? Along with reviving you while you stroll around the streets, it will also provide you the chance to see the beauty that India is known for. There are more than 10 stunning locations designed for walking excursions in the
ILH Tours have been conducting walking tours and soft hikes in various parts of India for past few years. Depending upon the location, a walking tours generally consists of 7- 10 passengers. In addition, you would also get to experience the expertise of a local guide native to that particular area who would keep you regaled with his stories anecdotes about the place and trail.
There is something so oddly romantic and old-worldly about train journeys, something that makes you want to choose it over any other mode of transport. The best thing of taking a train is that journey truly becomes part of the destination especially when you choose to chugg back in time and in style aboard the most epic train journeys in India!
Luxury train journeys are in a class of their own: relaxing and comfortable, with modern amenities, exquisite cuisine, entertainment, and stellar staff to boot. Few other journeys allow you to experience so many fascinating destinations and cultures without sacrificing the comforts of luxury and style.
If the Sweeping landscapes passing by, strikes an instant connection with other travellers and knowing that regardless of how basic or fancy a train is you will get a truly local experience.
The term ‘cruise’ conjures up an image of a mega-ship outfitted with show-stopping entertainment, endless activities, and world-class dining, almost like a floating city. Each morning, you wake up at a new destination without having to move, and you unpack only once! Cruise vacations also come loaded with hints of style and bits of glamour. What can be more exciting than this? From the early days of exploration by the sea route to modern luxury liners, sailing has become a way to see the world from a different perspective. Unlike the well-planned itineraries of a road trip or nothing like the monotonous and cramped journeys on an aircraft, cruising is one of the best ways to vacation and see and experience the world.
Cruising in India is in a nascent stage. Yet, several cruise companies across the country are carving out a niche for themselves by offering new ways to see the country and travel slowly and easily. ILH Tours offers a range of cruising options which showcase each destination in a new perspective. You could unwind on some of the pristine beaches of Goa, snorkel the most vibrant reefs in Lakshwadeep on a Cordelia cruise, or venture deep into the mangrove forests on the Sunderbans Jungle cruise aboard the Ganges Voyager. Get a feel of the riverine culture of Assam onboard the Brahmaputra Maximum, or you could choose to explore the backwater life of Kerala in a kettuvallam (houseboat) cruise run by Cruises by CGH Earth. Take your pick, pack your bags, and leave the rest to us.
Getting hitched is one of the best reasons to undertake your longest, splurge-iest trip ever.
Wedding celebrations can be extremely hectic affairs, and what better than a luxurious
getaway crafted to perfection can be the best choice for you both to relax and rejuvenate.
You may want to dive headfirst into checking off the items on both of your travel bucket lists
but proper planning is the key and will undoubtedly put the odds in your favor of enjoying
the getaway of your dreams. We at ILH Tours can put together a list of the best honeymoon
packages, that will not only offer an opulent experience but customised right down to the
last detail so that the most romantic trip of your life is exactly as you both wanted it to be
like.
When it comes to zeroing down on the ideal destination, the world is your oyster (quite
literally). However, between scouting for out-of-the-ordinary locales and choosing between
too many options can be a task in itself.
Regardless of the niche you are keen on, ILH Tours can help design the most personalized
honeymoon experiences. From breakfast with peacocks to a champagne cruise, to dining
under the stars on a boat in the middle of a lake, to scuba diving with rays, ILH Tours can
offer you perfectly curated and one-of-a-kind experiences for that memorable once-in-a-
lifetime trip.
Tired of the over-touristy places? Seeking to get away from the overhyped and ‘social
media influencer’ suggested places or simply wanting to avoid any destination that does not
have people ‘selfie’ obsessed crowds, then offbeat destinations in India is an excellent
choice for an awesome soul-soothing experience. Offbeat Journeys lets you escape the
hustle-bustle of cities, avoid crowds and the comfort and convenience of a ‘packaged
holiday’.
India is a diverse country and has always been known for its beauty, architecture, festivals,
culture, and heritage. Tourists flock t the most popular destinations to catch a glimpse of
India. While some places have been quite popular for ages, there are a few secluded places
in India that we do not know much about. The perfect way to rediscover yourself is by
travelling to places not commercially exploited, where you can be with nature. India is full of
such enthralling and captivating hidden gems. Exploring these hidden gems is not just a
thrilling experience but provides a perfect holiday and a simple ‘out of the bucket list
experience.
ILH Tours helps you discover these unusual and unconventional destinations that might not
be on your travel bucket list yet, but should be! Travelling to these lesser-known locales of
the country lets you explore raw natural beauty and unusual cultures. You also get to
indulge in incredible experiences and experience many new things.
Ever walked on frozen river ice with water gushing a few inches below your feet? Sound
thrilling?
Adrenalin” based travel is becoming increasingly popular among all kinds of travellers,
particularly youth. The varied topology of the Indian subcontinent and access to Mount Everest
have been attracting trekkers and mountaineers for a long time. These high-risk activities often
require a great deal of specialized skill and handling; hence, it is always advisable to go with the
experts.
Whether you aspire to trek in the Himalayas or on a relaxed pilgrim pathway trail lined with
rhododendron bushes and majestic views of Panchchuli, ILH Tours has a number of treks on
offer, ranging from easy and relaxed treks to the ‘bone chilling’ ones. Although not every trek or
expedition is tough, the thrill lies in the various trails it covers. Our treks pack in all the elements
of adventure into one, from easy access to scenic landscapes, dark pine forests, glacial valleys,
open meadows, glacial valleys, river crossing, camping in the wilderness and walking long
stretches and, in some cases, a hair-rising and heart pumping experience too, like the Chadar
Trek.
A successful trek requires a lot of preparation, and ILH Tours has been in the hiking business for
almost a decade, offering safe and well-guided treks, especially in the northern part of the
country. We help convert your trekking dreams into reality.
If you are looking to explore India at a slower pace, try cycling tours.
Cycling in India has long evolved from being a medium of transport to a hobby, and in recent times, it has also evolved into a full-fledged recreational sport.
Given India’s varied geography and landscapes, be it the rural villages of Rajasthan, the coconut
fringed lakes of Kerala, the craggy mountains of Ladakh or the tea plantations of South India – a
cycling tour is one good way of journeying across the country in a slow paced manner while
combining leisure, physical activity, sightseeing and a deep learning about the places travelled.
ILH Tours has curated a list of cycling expeditions in different parts of the country, including
support services along the way. Whatever the terrain, India has an extensive network of roads
that reach even the most distant places, significantly expanding the options for cycle tours in
India.
A cycling tour through insider terrain will also introduce you to an array of cuisines, cultures,
and adventures and help you develop a deeper grasp of the country's topography.
We at ILH Tours guarantee that this physically challenging yet visually stimulating experience will be hard to forget.
Motorbike journeys are about discovering new and vibrant locales and experiencing different and diverse cultures. Getting to savour authentic cuisines, meet locals, discover their crafts as well as become acquainted with different philosophies of life is an add-on benefit.
Whether you are an avid biker, who would rather be on your beloved motorcycle than anything else in this world or an occasional casual rider, India, with its varied landscapes, offers various options for a biking enthusiast.
ILH Tours brings you biking tours in India, catering to inbound tourists and operating in Rajasthan, Uttarakhand, Spiti Valley, Goa, the mountainous regions of Leh and Ladakh and the Golden Triangle circuit. All our guided motorbike tours are accompanied by a team of professional group leaders, mechanics, support staff and local ‘ground support staff’ too. We also cater to all kinds of customization for private group biking journeys and help plan itineraries depending on the region, the duration of the trip, the level of amenities you prefer, and the budget.
Traffic on Indian roads can be chaotic, especially for foreign nationals. Our biking tours are meticulously planned, with the itinerary fine-tuned to the smallest detail and with the utmost consideration for safety. A lot of research goes into selecting the route to ensure we chart a scenic route, do a point-to-point ride, avoid the worst traffic areas, and spend relaxation time in all the worthwhile places.
Whether you are looking for a compelling adventure ride through the best of the wild and spectacular Himalayas or a journey through idyllic villages and quaint small towns steeped in history and tradition, the ILH Tours team will ensure your adventurous spirit is satiated.
Sparkling sea, glistening sands, a cool sea breeze, frothy waves, delectable seafood and loads of vitamin D – a beach vacation is all of this and much more! India has a long coastline; there are many beautiful beach destinations on both sides of the country where you can head out for a relaxing or even an adventurous holiday.
The very mention of beaches in India and Goa is the first place that comes to mind. But, there are many more beach destinations in India which are equally beautiful if not more. A beach vacation may mean different things for different kind of travellers and ILH Tours can help you customise that perfect beach holiday as per your choices.
Apart from the more popular ones like Calangute and Anjuna in Goa and Kovalam and Varkala in Kerala, India is also home to some amazing beaches, like, the Radhanagar on Havelock Island, which has been ranked as Asia’s best and the world’s 7th best beach by Time Magazine. Paradise Beach in Pondicherry, Gopalpur in Odisha, and Karwar in Karnataka too have some excellent beaches.
If you are travelling with family and just looking for a luxurious beach holiday to laze around, go for strolls, get some Vitamin D, click fabulous pictures, collect some souvenir shells, or you are an adventurous couple looking forward to some adrenaline-pumping water sports, or even if you want the best of both worlds, the team at ILH Tours have a range of options on offer.
Getting hitched is one of the best reasons to undertake your longest, splurge-iest trip ever. Wedding celebrations can be extremely hectic affairs, and what better than a luxurious getaway crafted to perfection can be the best choice for you both to relax and rejuvenate.
You may want to dive headfirst into checking off the items on both of your travel bucket lists but proper planning is the key and will undoubtedly put the odds in your favor of enjoying the getaway of your dreams. We at ILH Tours can put together a list of the best honeymoon packages, that will not only offer an opulent experience but customised right down to the last detail so that the most romantic trip of your life is exactly as you both wanted it to be like.
When it comes to zeroing down on the ideal destination, the world is your oyster (quite literally). However, between scouting for out-of-the-ordinary locales and choosing between too many options can be a task in itself.
Regardless of the niche you are keen on, ILH Tours can help design the most personalized honeymoon experiences. From breakfast with peacocks to a champagne cruise, to dining under the stars on a boat in the middle of a lake, to scuba diving with rays, ILH Tours can offer you perfectly curated and one-of-a-kind experiences for that memorable once-in-a-lifetime trip.
India's astounding diversity of religions, cultures, and languages is unique and unparalleled. The sense of spiritual fervour is almost tangible. One can find religious places of worship like mandirs, gurudwaras, mosques, and churches in small towns and big cities. India is also the birthplace of major world religions, including Hinduism, Sikhism, Buddhism, and Jainism. Hence, it offers many spiritual destinations that should be on the bucket list of someone looking for an authentic Indian religious experience.
India’s history is also dotted with opulent mosques and temples to stunning churches, serene monasteries, and magnificent gurudwaras, built by affluent rulers and kings of various kingdoms. Some of these temples are revered even today, and tourists flock to them in large numbers. The crowd, the emotions, and the fervour at any religious place can be a bit overwhelming for foreigners venturing into a religious place for the first time. We at ILH Tours can help ease this experience with a guided tour to help you manoeuvre your way around such places.
For international tourists looking to experience the beauty and magic of any such religious congregation like the Jagannath Rath Yatra in Puri or the Dussera festivities at Mysore or perhaps visit one of the well-known temples like the Tirupati temple or Dwarkadhish temple in India, ILH Tours can help customize a package to as per your requirement.
The real beauty of India is not in the towns & cities. It is in the indigenous people. The tribal lifestyle, arts, crafts and architectures are one of the most fascinating parts of their culture. From the blissful Northeast India to splendid Orissa, fascinating Chhattisgarh and balanced Jharkhand, the tribal population of India has so far managed to preserve their prehistoric rituals, customs and culture even in today’s modern world. The population of tribal people in India alone represents about 8% of the country’s total population. As a result, you can still get the glimpse of rich culture and traditions of an ancient India in those tribal regions and have an unforgettable experience you haven’t had before. The diversity of the tribal’s in India offers a deep insight into the ethnography and anthropology of these mystic tribes, quenching the curiosity of the ideologist in you. Many of these tribes have unique traditions, festivals, music and modes of artistic expression.
The tribal tours in India are most refreshing and energizing. India is one place where a traveler can enjoy varied theme holidays. If you opt for Tribal tours in India, you get a chance to observe the ways of life of the tribal people, their rituals and customs.
We travelled to Bhutan last week through ILH Tours . I appreciate their professionalism in hospitality. The guide and driver were good enough to take care of our stay. I appreciate the people if Bhutan for their hospitality. The stay ILH provided was highly satisfying. I suggest everyone to plan your trip to Bhutan with ILH Tours.
Fabulous Trip to India visiting top spots we'd always wanted to see.
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We have just returned from a fabulous trip to Kashmir and Rajasthan. ILH Tours guide was very well-informed, funny and made sure everything ran smoothly. We love the hotels and places shown by the tour guide. Memorable experience.
Had an amazing holiday with ILH Tours. They were two very different tours, with the hustle & bustle of Delh and many cultural sights in the North, including the Taj Mahal, and then a more relaxed pace in Kerala, our highlight being the stay on the Houseboat on lake, followed by 4 nights at a luxury resort. A fantastic experience.
