Our Expertise
Periplus in India
Incomparable and diverse
Culture, History and Art
Our guides and hosts are able to bring your clients on a journey, binding together history with the present day. India is far from simple, in fact it’s arguably the most diverse and complex society on earth with a tapestry of religions, castes, and backgrounds. India's culture has been enriched by successive waves of migration, which were absorbed into the Indian way of life. It is this variety which is a special hallmark of India. From exploring ancient forts, palaces and havelis, to walking tours through markets, and from meeting artists and craftsmen to experiencing modern day art galleries, restaurants and shops - we can help showcase India’s rich history and culture from past to present and how India is developing at speed to become one of the world’s biggest economic powers.
Escaping the crowds
Wildlife and Wilderness
National Parks and Reserves in India are world class and the experience has simply got better and better in recent years, with accommodation and guiding along with sightings and conservation all improving together to form something that is incomparable. From Satpura to Ranthambore National Park and from Dudwa and Kaziranga, visitors have the opportunity to spot not only tiger but also rhino, leopard and even lion. Better than this are the birds; India is a paradise for bird watchers and we can recommend the best regions at the right time of year with the most experienced guides.
The great Indian outdoors
Walking and Cycling
Walking and trekking is not always something traditional associated with India, but India offers some of the most remote and interesting landscapes in Asia. Trekking routes, with comfortable accommodation along the route, can be arranged in the most stunning of regions including Ladakh, Sikkim, the Western Ghats and many more locations. We can also arrange cycling with specialist guides in many locations, from a simple cycling day tour to something much longer and more immersive.
Colour and Creativity
Textiles and Weavers
Overflowing with colours, textures and designs, India's textile heritage makes for a fascinating travel experience. Such is the diversity - the splendid silks of North and South India, the colourful mirror work, block printing and tie-and-dye work of Rajasthan and Gujarat, the magnificent embroidery chikankari of Lucknow, to name a few - that you can spend months just exploring India’s textile heritage.
Frontier and boundary pushing locations
Remote and Rare
From snow leopards and remote communities in Ladakh to tribal villages in Nagaland, and from lesser known temples in Odisha, to world class textiles in Gujarat. Periplus are able to push boundaries and call upon their connections across country to bring you the best in these more remote and frontier locations.
One off experiences
Unique Festivals and Celebrations
There’s a festival every day in India, but we pull out the best. From organising your stay in a small mobile camp near an annual festival or simply ensuring you are at the right place at the right time in Kerala for Theyyam.
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Women and Positive Impact
Women
We are passionate about women and where possible will recommend experiences, home stays and guides that we know will have a direct positive impact on the welfare of women in India. We also actively encourage female travellers, in particular solo female travellers, and can tailor something very specific for their interests and needs to ensure they feel safe and empowered when travelling.
Inclusivity
We would actively encourage those with disabilities or additional needs to contact us, to tell us what they need, so we can design something from scratch around their interests, passions and needs.
Social Impact
Please ask about local initiatives, NGOs, academics, and projects that we work with that directly impact local people in a positive way. We thrive on these requests and are passionate about supporting projects across India.
Nothing is too much trouble
Special Interests
We are regularly contacted by academics, authors, historians and experts who are looking to develop trips around very specific and highly specialist interests. We thrive on these requests, pulling together itineraries for individuals or very small groups that are created from scratch. We research and collaborate, pulling in our black book of contacts and experts from across the country.
Our charming neighbourhood
Nepal, Bhutan and Sri Lanka
India couples brilliantly with its neighbouring countries such as Nepal, Bhutan and Sri Lanka. We work closely with our partners in these destinations, so that we are able to take care of your clients’ trip from start to finish, so you don’t have to. It’s essential that things work seamlessly for both you and your travellers. We know these destinations well, so we can make recommendations on hotels, routes, and experiences that match perfectly with their Periplus experience in India.
Please just let us know if you need assistance in these areas.
