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From silent Himalayan heights to languid tropical backwaters, discover rigorously crafted private journeys across sanctuaries that make the subcontinent unforgettable.

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TIMELESS LANDSCAPES

India, in every direction.

From the ice-crowned sentinels of the far north to the spice-scented littoral of the south, encounter sanctuaries with living soul.

Heritage & Snow

Kashmir

Dal Lake · Gulmarg · Pahalgam — Known as 'The Crown of the North', with private wooden houseboats, pine forests, and high-altitude alpine cable cars.

Ideal: Oct — AprilView Packages north_east
High Altitude Sanctuary

Ladakh

Leh · Nubra Valley · Pangong — High desert monasteries, midnight starscapes, and ancient Silk Route passes.

Ideal: May — SeptView Packages north_east
"Land of the Dawn-lit-Mountains"

ARUNACHAL PRADESH

Explore Arunachal Pradesh Tourism for a majestic journey through India’s largest northeastern state, known for snow-capped Himalayan peaks, ancient monasteries, and vibrant indigenous cultures.

September - MayView Packages north_east
India's serene northeastern Himalayan state

SIKKIM

Sikkim is a stunning Himalayan state in northeastern India, known for majestic mountain views, vibrant Buddhist monasteries, and pristine alpine scenery. Major Attractions • Gangtok: The lively capital city featuring MG Marg, viewpoints like Ganesh Tok, and the nearby Rumtek Monastery. • High-Altitude Lakes: Scenic wonders like Tsomgo Lake and the sacred Gurudongmar Lake at 17,800 feet. • Yumthang Valley: Known as the Valley of Flowers, famous for rhododendrons, hot springs, and snow views. • South & West Sikkim: Cultural hubs featuring the massive Buddha Park in Ravangla, Solophok Chardham in Namchi, and historical Pelling.

September - MayView Packages north_east
Where Clouds Touch the Mountains.

DARJEELING

Darjeeling, famously known as the Queen of the Hills, is a scenic hill station in West Bengal, India, nestled in the Eastern Himalayas at an altitude of 2,045 meters.

January - DecemberView Packages north_east
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WANDERLUST BEYOND BORDERS

International Destinations

From Swiss Alpine valleys and ancient Kyoto shrines to tropical atolls in the Maldives.

Reef & Harbours

Australia

Iconic opera houses, coral reef snorkeling, luxury wilderness lodges, and coastal scenic drives.

Ideal: Sept — Nov & March — MayView Packages north_east
Aegean Caldera

Santorini & Cyclades

Whitewashed cliffside suites, azure domes, volcanic sunsets, and secluded Aegean coves.

Ideal: May — OctView Packages north_east
Fire & IceIceland

Iceland

Geothermal lagoons, glacial ice caves, black sand beaches, and dancing Northern Lights.

Ideal: June — Aug (Summer) / Oct — March (Auroras)View Packages north_east
Mediterranean CharmItaly

Amalfi Coast & Tuscany

Cliffside pastel villages, cypress-lined vineyards, private boat charters, and Renaissance art.

Ideal: April — OctView Packages north_east
Zen Gardens & High TechJapan

Japan

Ancient shinto shrines, serene bamboo groves, bullet trains, and Michelin-starred dining.

Ideal: March — May & Oct — NovView Packages north_east
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CURATED REGIONAL JOURNEYS

Trips made for India.

Thoughtfully designed journeys with handpicked sanctuaries, private chauffeurs, experiential dining, and local expertise taken care of.

5 Days / 4 NightsVictoria Memorial - St. Paul’s Cathedral - The Indian Museum - Heritage dinner on Park Street
Group Tour
Step into the colonial past and vibrant present of the City of Joy

Kolkata

Departs: 1 Nov 2026 – 7 Nov 2026

PACKAGE TYPE: STANDARD 5 DAYS & 4 NIGHTS MEGHALAYA "GROUP" TRIP (BY RESERVE CAR) EX- GUWAHATI STATION.... 2N IN SHILLONG STANDARD CATEGORY HOMESTAY/HOTEL 2N IN CHERRAPUNJEE STANDARD CATEGORY HOMESTAY/HOTEL.... MINIMUM GROUP SIZE: 20.... INCLUDING DAILY BREAKFAST AND DINNER....

Luxury Stay
Private Chauffeur
Curated Meals
Test Feat
Starting From

₹15,000 / person

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6 Days / 5 NightsCHANDIGARH - SHIMLA - MANALI - CHANDIGARH
Group Tour
CINEMATIC MOUNTAIN VIBES OF HIMACHAL PRADESH

SHIMLA-MANALI ESCAPE (STANDARD CATEGORY PACKAGE)

Departs: 23 Jan 2027 – 28 Jan 2027

Embark on a breathtaking 5-night, 6-day journey through the most iconic destinations of Himachal Pradesh. Begin your adventure in Shimla, the former summer capital, where you can stroll down the vibrant Mall Road and soak in the vintage colonial architecture. Then, traverse the stunning, pine-lined highways to the alpine paradise of Manali. From the spiritual tranquility of ancient temples to the adrenaline-pumping slopes of Solang Valley and the breathtaking vistas of the Rohtang/Atal Tunnel route, this perfectly paced itinerary offers the ultimate Himalayan experience for families, couples, and adventure seekers alike.

STANDARD CATEGORY HOTEL
FAMILY WISE ROOM ALLOCATION
5 NIGHTS ACCOMMODATION
DAILY BREAKFAST & DINNER
Starting From

₹11,500 / person

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11 Days / 10 NightsNJP/SILIGURI/BAGDOGRA AIRPORT · GANGTOK · NATHULA PASS · LACHUNG · PELLING · DARJEELING · NJP/SILIGURI/BAGDOGRA AIRPORT
Group Tour
11 DAYS, 2 KINGDOM, 1 SCENIC HIMALAYAN VIEW

SIKKIM & DARJEELING UNVEILED (STANDARD PACKAGE)

Departs: 10 Dec 2026 – 20 Dec 2026

Discover the breathtaking beauty of the Himalayas with RIKTRAIL HOLIDAYS! From the crystal-clear Tsomgo Lake and Yumthang Valley to Pelling Sky Walk and the magical sunrise at Tiger Hill, experience an unforgettable mountain adventure. 💙 🌟 Top Attractions: Nathula Pass, Tsomgo Lake, Yumthang Valley, Lachung Zero Point, Pelling Sky Walk, Khecheopalri Lake, Kanchenjunga Waterfalls & Darjeeling Tiger Hill.

STANDARD CATEGORY HOTEL
DOUBLE SHARING BASIS ROOM ALLOCATION
10 NIGHTS ACCOMMODATION
DAILY BREAKFAST & DINNER
Starting From

₹23,000 / person

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4 Days / 3 NightsNorth Goa · South Goa
Group Tour
Coastal Susegad

Goa Beach Escape (GROUP TRIP)

Departs: 15 Jan 2027 – 18 Jan 2027

PACKAGE TYPE: STANDARD..... 4 DAYS & 3 NIGHTS GOA "GROUP" TRIP (BY RESERVE CAR).... EX- MADGAON STATION.... 3 NIGHTS STAY AT NORTH GOA STANDARD CATEGORY HOTEL... MINIMUM GROUP SIZE: 20.... INCLUDING DAILY BUFFET BREAKFAST AND DINNER.... GROUP TRIP RATES ARE VALID FOR EXCEPT PEAK SEASON or LONG WEEKEND....

Boutique Indo-Portuguese Villa
Sunset Chapora Sailing Charter
Fontainhas Heritage Walking Tour
Airport Transfers & Daily Breakfast
Starting From

₹8,999 / person

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6 Days / 5 NightsSrinagar · Sonmarg · Gulmarg · Pahalgam
Group Tour
Himalayan Sanctuary

Kashmir Escape (STANDARD CATEGORY PACKAGE)

Departs: 17 Jan 2027 – 22 Jan 2027

PACKAGE TYPE: STANDARD.... 6 DAYS & 5 NIGHTS KASHMIR "GROUP" TRIP (BY RESERVE CAR) EX- JAMMU/SRINAGAR TO JAMMU/SRINAGAR..... 4N IN SRINAGAR STANDARD CATEGORY RESORT/HOTEL.... 1N IN PAHALGAM STANDARD CATEGORY RESORT/HOTEL.... MINIMUM GROUP SIZE: 20.... INCLUDING DAILY BUFFET BREAKFAST AND DINNER.... GROUP EXCURSION PRICE ARE VALID EXCEPT PEAK SEASON TIME & LONG WEEKEND...

WELCOME DRINK ON ARRIVAL
5 NIGHTS ACCOMMODATION IN SEMI-DELUXE CATEGORY HOTEL
FAMILY WISE ROOM ALLOCATION
DAILY BREAKFAST AND DINNER
Starting From

₹11,500 / person

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5 Days · 4 NightsShillong · Cherrapunji · Dawki · Shillong
Northeast Cloudlands

Meghalaya Escape (GROUP TRIP)

PACKAGE TYPE: STANDARD 5 DAYS & 4 NIGHTS MEGHALAYA "GROUP" TRIP (BY RESERVE CAR) EX- GUWAHATI STATION.... 2N IN SHILLONG STANDARD CATEGORY HOMESTAY/HOTEL 2N IN CHERRAPUNJEE STANDARD CATEGORY HOMESTAY/HOTEL.... MINIMUM GROUP SIZE: 20.... INCLUDING DAILY BREAKFAST AND DINNER....

Khasi Tribal Naturalist Guide
Dawki River Private Boating Charter
Cherrapunji Cloudforest Sanctuary
Seamless 4x4 Mountain Transfers
Starting From

₹11,999 / person

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GLOBAL HORIZONS

International Escapes

Seamless luxury getaways across Europe, East Asia, tropical island archipelagos, and iconic global horizons.

8 Days / 7 NightsItalyRome — Florence — Chianti — Sorrento — Positano
Honeymoon (2 Adults)11% OFF
A romantic voyage of cliffside villas, Chianti vineyards, and Renaissance art

Bella Italia: Amalfi Coastline & Tuscan Hills

Cruise past Capri on a private wooden yacht, sip reserve Brunello wines in Tuscan cellars, and wake up to dramatic Mediterranean sea horizons.

Private Capri Island Boat Charter
Chianti Vineyard Wine Tasting & Lunch
5-Star Seafront Boutique Hotels
Private Chauffeur Mercedes Fleet
Starting From₹4,20,000

₹3,75,000 / person

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8 Days / 7 NightsAustraliaSydney — Blue Mountains — Cairns — Port Douglas
From glamorous harbor sails to private coral cays and rainforest lodges

Australian Icons: Sydney Harbour to Great Barrier Reef

Sail past the Sydney Opera House on a private yacht, encounter koalas in eucalyptus forests, and snorkel the world's most vibrant coral reef ecosystems.

Private Sydney Harbour Sunset Catamaran
Outer Great Barrier Reef Heli-Snorkel Tour
Daintree Rainforest Indigenous Guided Walk
5-Star Luxury Harbour & Beachfront Stays
Starting From

₹3,90,000 / person

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7 Days / 6 NightsIcelandReykjavik — Golden Circle — Vik — Diamond Beach
A subarctic journey across geysers, black beaches, and thermal waters

Glaciers & Auroras: Iceland's Ring of Wonder

Soak in the mineral Blue Lagoon, walk behind roaring waterfalls, explore crystalline ice caves, and watch the Northern Lights illuminate arctic night skies.

Custom 4x4 Super Jeep with Expert Driver
Blue Lagoon Retreat Spa Access
Natural Crystal Ice Cave Guided Hike
Nightly Aurora Hunting Tours
Starting From

₹3,80,000 / person

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9 Days / 8 NightsJapanTokyo — Hakone — Kyoto — Nara — Osaka
11% OFF
A seamless journey from Tokyo's modern buzz to Kyoto's serene temples

Golden Route of Japan: Shrines & Neon

Immerse in Japan's exquisite blend of traditions: private tea ceremonies, onsen thermal waters at Mount Fuji, and bullet train rides through bamboo forests.

First Class Shinkansen Bullet Train
Traditional Ryokan with Private Onsen
Private Master Tea Ceremony
English-speaking Cultural Guide
Starting From₹4,80,000

₹4,25,000 / person

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6 Days / 5 NightsMaldivesMale — Baa Atoll UNESCO Biosphere
Honeymoon (2 Adults)11% OFF
Pure tropical indulgence surrounded by turquoise lagoons and manta rays

Maldives Azure Serenity: Overwater Haven

Step straight from your private stilted deck into crystal-clear lagoons, dine in undersea restaurants, and enjoy restorative Ayurvedic spa therapies.

Roundtrip Scenic Seaplane Transfers
Overwater Pool Villa with Private Sundeck
All-Inclusive Gourmet Dining & Cocktails
Guided Manta Ray Snorkel Safari
Starting From₹3,60,000

₹3,20,000 / person

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7 Days / 6 NightsGreeceAthens — Mykonos — Santorini (Oia)
Honeymoon (2 Adults)
Mythical antiquity and sun-drenched Cycladic cliffside retreats

Aegean Odyssey: Athens, Mykonos & Santorini

Explore the ancient Acropolis, cruise between secluded Greek islands on private catamarans, and watch the legendary Oia sunset from your private plunge pool.

High-speed Ferry Business Class
Cave Villa with Private Heated Jacuzzi
Semi-Private Sunset Catamaran Cruise
Santorini Volcanic Wine Tasting
Starting From

₹3,45,000 / person

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Philosophy

“To travel India is to accept its contradictions with reverence.”

— The Riktrail Holidays Manifesto
Bespoke Immersions

Extraordinary ways to see India.

Private palace dinners, rare wildlife safaris, sacred ceremonies, and living heritage accessible only through our personal atelier connections.

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Imperial Feasts

Forgotten royal recipes curated by descendants of royal chefs and khansamas.

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Monastic Dawns

Private dawn prayer access with high lamas in 11th-century Himalayan gompas.

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Regional Culinary

Awadhi slow-dum feasts in Lucknow, Old Delhi spice secret alleys, and Malabar seafood cooked with wild pepper.

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High Frontiers

White-water rafting along the icy Zanskar, Spiti valley high jeep trails, and Roopkund alpine treks.

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Living Heritage

Dawn access to Varanasi ghats with Sanskrit scholars, and master Kanchipuram silk weavers at work.

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Noble Homestays

Chettinad ancestral mansions, sun-dried Ladakhi apricot orchards, and quiet Coorg coffee planters' estates.

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Ayurvedic Sanctuaries

Doctor-guided panchakarma along the Arabian Sea and sunrise Hatha yoga on the sacred bank of Rishikesh.

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Subcontinent Safaris

Dawn Royal Bengal tiger tracking in Ranthambore & Bandhavgarh, and rare one-horned rhinos in Kaziranga.

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Field Notes & Monographs

The Subcontinent Dispatch

Curated essays, cultural chronicles, and travel philosophies written by our resident expedition directors.

Architectural Monograph
6 min read · Monograph

The Floating Marvel: Living in Udaipur’s Island Palaces

A deep dive into the engineering, marble craftsmanship, and aquatic geography of Lake Pichola’s floating palaces.

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Rajasthan
5 Min Read · Architecture

The Blue City After Sunset

Discovering Jodhpur's cobblestone labyrinth, hidden stepwells, and ancient courtyard conversations.

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Backwaters
8 Min Read · Pacing

Chasing Monsoon in Kerala

The quieter, greener soul of God's Own Country when the southwest rain transforms the Western Ghats.

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Northeast
7 Min Read · Indigenous

Meghalaya's Living Bridges

Bio-engineering and Khasi traditions that intertwine human patience with Ficus elastica trees over centuries.

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Curatorial Manifesto
Curatorial Manifesto

The Hidden Subcontinent

Beyond standard tourist trails lies an India of timeless royal sanctuaries, forgotten spice ports, and silent Himalayan valleys.

We do not sell pre-packaged group tours. Every Riktrail Holidays journey is custom-curated for one party at a time, backed by on-ground concierge wardens and heritage historians.

The Riktrail Atelier Difference

Why Discerning Travelers Choose Riktrail Holidays

Every detail meticulously planned, vetted, and executed with white-glove care.

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Local Experts

On-the-ground insiders who know quiet view points, secret dhabas, and living stories you won't find in guidebooks.

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Handpicked Stays

Heritage palaces, eco-villas, and boutique tea estates vetted personally by our architects for soul and comfort.

02 / Integrity
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Transparent Pricing

All-inclusive clarity in INR. Zero hidden surcharges, commission-driven souvenir shops, or forced detours.

03 / Clarity
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Flexible Trips

Custom pace and tailored routes built around your family’s rhythm, wake-up preferences, and aesthetic wishes.

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24/7 Concierge

Constant WhatsApp and direct telephony assistance from initial briefing until you return home safely.

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Timeless Seasons

When to Travel

The subcontinent transforms with the solstices. Choose your optimal window.

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Festive Illuminations

Earthen lamps on stone ghats, grand pandal installations, and mild autumn skies across north and east India.

Varanasi Dev DeepawaliMillion floating diyas
Jaipur Diwali LightsIlluminated pink bazars
Kolkata Durga PujaEphemeral public arts
Jul — Sepwater_drop

The Lush Monsoon

Nature’s rejuvenation. Emerald hills, rushing waterfalls, cool wet earth, and classical Ayurveda season.

Kerala AyurvedaDeep therapeutic season
Goa HinterlandsDudhsagar in full fury
Coorg PlantationsMist & fragrant coffee
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High-Altitude Refuge

Escape the plains for crystal clear mountain clarity, blooming apple orchards, and open passes.

Ladakh & ZanskarMonastery festivals
Himachal ValleysCedar woods & cool breeze
Sikkim & DarjeelingFirst-flush tea harvest
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Winter Elegance

Crisp desert breezes, palace polo tournaments, Dal Lake snowfall, and gentle balmy coastal seas.

Rajasthan FortsPalace festivals & polo
Kashmir ValleyGulmarg powder snow
Kerala LittoralMild backwater sun
Guest Chronicles

Words from our Travelers

Unedited impressions from our private journeys.

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“The Kashmir trip was beautifully planned. Everything from the hotel to the local driver was seamless.”

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Ananya Sharma

Mumbai · Kashmir Valley
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“The high mountain roads were managed safely with great drivers. Unmatched Himalayan views.”

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Aditya Roy

Chandigarh · Spiti Jeep Trails
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“Rajasthan was pure magic. The private dinner in Jaipur and the hotel choices were top tier.”

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Pooja Verma

Hyderabad · Rajasthan Palaces
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“Best family holiday in years. The houseboats and mountain drivers were respectful and very professional.”

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Rohan Sengupta

Kolkata · Kashmir Houseboats
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