Welcome to wondrous India! Aromatic spices fill the air between bustling street markets, while history plays out vividly across the ancient temples and colonial architecture of Delhi, India’s vibrant capital. Your self-guided Golden Triangle tour begins upon check-in at The Oberoi, New Delhi.

Fit for modern-day Mughals and moguls, The Oberoi, New Delhi will captivate you with its sleek, pared-back interior design – the result of a comprehensive two-year refurbishment, finally completed in 2018 – and with views over the tomb of 16th-century conqueror Humayun and its surrounding charbagh water gardens, said to represent the Quran’s four rivers of paradise.

A state-of-the-art purification system offers some of the cleanest air in the city, and gilt-edged Art Deco touches inspire whimsy and wonder throughout the hotel’s halls. With half a century under its belt and a stack of awards – including Favourite Indian Hotel for Service at the 2023 Condé Nast Traveller Readers’ Travel Awards – it’s no wonder that this incredible stay is renowned as one of India’s very best.

At each stay along your private journey, you’ll be treated to a daily glass of wine or pint of beer; 25% off ala carte food, soft beverages, spa treatments and laundry services, and 24-hour butler service. Enjoy your first drink tonight at Cirrus 9 rooftop bar overlooking the city before sitting down to a sumptuous three-course dinner at 360°, the hotel’s internationally themed restaurant.

Over the next two days, settle in for shimmering opulence amid the Delhi action.

Mornings start with a fashionable buffet breakfast at 360°. Then, choose to step out in search of adventure on an optional half-day tour through the historic heart of Old Delhi (surcharges apply). Ride a cycle rickshaw through the lively lanes of Chandni Chowk, past the grand Jama Masjid, then explore the imposing Red Fort – once the Mughal Empire’s most lavish palace. End with a visit to Raj Ghat, the simple yet powerful memorial to Mahatma Gandhi.

Alternatively, stay at your luxury resort for hours of leisure – Delhi is yours to embrace however you please.

Make the most of your Oberoi experience with top-tier facilities and a suite of indulgent delights. Sample the diverse cuisines of Delhi at sophisticated Dhilli (surcharges apply), take a dip in one of the hotel’s sleek pools, or find your inner calm with a hot stone massage or Indian rose and salt scrub treatment at The Oberoi Spa (surcharges apply).

Greet another day in buzzing Delhi, with the freedom to explore as you wish.

Consider joining an optional half-day tour (surcharges apply) and spend the morning uncovering the grand architectural legacy of modern New Delhi. Begin at the Qutub Minar, a towering 12th-century red sandstone minaret and UNESCO World Heritage Site, surrounded by centuries-old ruins.

Continue to Humayun’s Tomb, a striking garden mausoleum built for the Mughal emperor Akbar. The tour then takes a scenic drive along the ceremonial Rajpath, past the India Gate war memorial, Parliament House and the palatial Rashtrapati Bhavan.

If relaxation is more your speed, a wealth of indulgences awaits at the Oberoi.

Bid farewell to the steady rhythm of Delhi as you check out and take your transfer to astounding Agra, home of the one and only Taj Mahal.

Here, you’ll check in to The Oberoi Amarvilās for another stretch of sophisticated relaxation. Discover palatial facilities that earned this property the title of Favourite Indian Hotel for Design at the 2023 Condé Nast Traveller Readers’ Travel Awards and a place on The World’s 50 Best Hotels list in 2023.

Sitting just moments from the unmistakeable ivory-white dome and freestanding minarets of the Taj Mahal, every room at The Oberoi Amarvilās, Agra offers uninterrupted views over one of the most iconic sights in the world.

Truly more palace than hotel, every element of The Oberoi Amarvilās, Agra’s design pays loving homage to the splendorous courts of the Mughal dynasty that once called the city home.

Once you’ve settled in, head to The Bar for your complimentary daily drink overlooking the Taj Mahal followed by an Italian-style dinner at Bellevue.

Travel time: Driving – approx. four hours

With the sights of Agra at your fingertips, your day is sure to be spectacular.

Perhaps you’ll choose to step out for a closer look at the Taj Mahal, dazzling in its elegant white construction, and look down to witness a perfect mirror in the still waters of the famous reflecting pool. History-lovers may wish to explore Agra Fort – a castle town built of striking red sandstone which contains the many fairytale palaces of former emperors.

Of course, there’s no need to leave your luxury lodgings if relaxation is what you’re after. After easing into days with breakfast at Bellevue, spend afternoons lounging among the hotel’s carefully manicured lawns and meticulously maintained rooms – let the The Oberoi Amarvilās serve as a bright and beautiful anchor to your Agra adventures.

Lounge in your spacious Premier Room with marble ensuite bathroom, admiring the magnificent Taj Mahal nearby, or dive into the truly palatial pool to freshen up. At dinner, perhaps you’ll familiarise yourself with the aromatic spices and moreish sauces of tandoor dining at Esphahan, serenaded by the reverberant sounds of traditional live music (surcharges apply).

Check out of your Agra accommodation this morning and take your included transfer on the road to mesmerising Jaipur. Upon arrival, check in at The Oberoi Rajvilās and prepare for a new world of grandeur.

Spread over more than 100,000 square-metres of meticulous gardens, torch-lit walkways and reflective pools – with a centuries-old, restored temple to Shiva at its centre – The Oberoi Rajvilās, Jaipur offers a true taste of Maharaja majesty.

Distinguished guests have ranged from US presidents to Hollywood royalty, each spellbound by the hotel’s unassailable reputation as one of the finest luxury resorts in the world.

Indeed, here at 2024’s Best Hotel in the World according to Travel + Leisure, the legendary spirit of Rajasthani hospitality lives on. Settle into your stay with a drink over a round of backgammon in Rajwada Library Bar, or pair your daily wine or beer with dinner at Surya Mahal, the hotel’s premier fine dining venue that offers a seating choice between al fresco or inside beneath the hall’s glittering crystal chandelier.

Travel time: Driving – approx. six hours

Spend the next two days soaking up the scenery of the legendary ‘Pink City’.

Start with breakfast in the sunlit Surya Mahal. Today, you may then opt to explore the sprawling Amber Fort complex, strategically placed atop a forested hill and built from beautiful pastel yellow and pink sandstone, or else pay a visit to the photogenic Hawa Mahal, known as the ‘Palace of Winds’ – an intricate five-storey structure in mesmerising red and pink.

For days of rest and rejuvenation, The Oberoi Rajvilās has everything you could desire. Across this thoughtfully designed landscape of verdant lawns, water-bounded gazebos and spacious rooms, the views of Jaipur never cease to amaze. Warmly lit lodgings welcome you home from days on the town, complete with dreamy four-poster bedding and bay-window seating.

Consider exploring cuisine from the remote corners of India at Raj Mahal one night (surcharges apply).

Enjoy another full day of leisure in Jaipur. You may like to consider a half-day city tour of Jaipur for an in-depth look at the city’s regal past (surcharges apply). Begin the morning at Jai Singh’s 17th-century astronomical observatory, a fascinating collection of massive instruments built by the city’s founder, who was as much a scientist as he was a statesman. Then step inside the City Palace complex, where richly decorated courtyards and halls open into a museum housing intricate Rajput and Mughal paintings, rare manuscripts, antique weapons and the opulently embroidered garments once worn by Jaipur’s royal family.

Should you wish for more relaxation, the utterly indulgent Oberoi Rajvilās invites relaxation with its tranquil spa, outdoor pool and complimentary yoga and meditation sessions held in a restored 18th-century haveli. Whether exploring Jaipur’s royal legacy or soaking in the calm of your luxurious retreat, the day is yours to enjoy as you please.

After one final breakfast, your Indian journey comes to a close as you check out from your luxury resort and bid farewell to the indulgent delights of The Oberoi. A transfer will bring you to Jaipur International Airport (JAI) for your included international flight to Velana International Airport (MLE), Malé.

On arrival, take a scenic seaplane transfer over the turquoise waters to your secluded oasis, Sirru Fen Fushi Private Lagoon Resort where you’ll spend the next five nights in all-inclusive luxury. Settle into your private pool overwater villa and take in the sweeping lagoon vistas. With all meals included in your stay, sit down for a delicious dinner this evening or put your feet up with a drink in hand.

Your Sirru Fen Fushi Private Lagoon Resort Inclusions:

• Five nights in a Sunrise Water Villa with Pool – all-inclusive upgrade
• Daily buffet breakfast at Raha Market
• Daily buffet lunch at Raha Market
• Nightly buffet dinner at Raha Market
• One three-course dinner at Azure Restaurant
• Unlimited free-flow house-pour wines, beers, spirits, cocktails, mocktails and other non-alcoholic drinks (between 11am and 11pm) at Onu Onu bar
• Unlimited free-flow drinks during meals at restaurants
• One in-villa floating breakfast per package
• In-room minibar restocked daily
• 30% discount at signature Kata, Onu Onu and Azure Restaurants
• Roundtrip domestic seaplane transfers to and from Malé
• Select daily fees and green tax included

With the next four nights at Sirru Fen Fushi Private Lagoon Resort, you’re free to revel in all-inclusive indulgence as you please, surrounded by the shimmering blues of the Shaviyani Atoll. Unpack into your spacious overwater villa, complete with a private pool and uninterrupted views of the lagoon, then spend your days drifting between sun-drenched serenity and curated island experiences. Begin each morning with a buffet breakfast at Raha Market and enjoy unlimited drinks throughout the day, from cocktails by the infinity pool to mocktails over lunch. Savour nightly dinners at Raha Market, with a special three-course meal at beachfront Azure included, plus daily minibar restocks and an indulgent floating breakfast served in-villa once during your stay.

There’s no set agenda – just a menu of pleasures to explore at your own pace. Snorkel the house reef just offshore, unwind with a massage at Arufen Spa or dive deeper into wellbeing with full moon meditation, sound healing or tai chi. Take to the water with a canoe, sailing trip or sunset cruise or venture further on a dolphin safari. By evening, gather for stargazing from a traditional Dhoni boat or settle in at the outdoor cinema under the stars. Whether it’s ocean adventures or spa-side stillness, this is five nights of uninterrupted luxury and tropical rhythm.

With three nights remaining at Sirru Fen Fushi Private Lagoon Resort, you’re free to revel in all-inclusive indulgence as you please, surrounded by the shimmering blues of the Shaviyani Atoll. Enjoy your spacious overwater villa, complete with a private pool and uninterrupted views of the lagoon, then spend your days drifting between sun-drenched serenity and curated island experiences. Begin each morning with a buffet breakfast at Raha Market and enjoy unlimited drinks throughout the day, from cocktails by the infinity pool to mocktails over lunch. Savour nightly dinners at Raha Market, with a special three-course meal at beachfront Azure included, plus daily minibar restocks and an indulgent floating breakfast served in-villa once during your stay.

There’s no set agenda – just a menu of pleasures to explore at your own pace. Snorkel the house reef just offshore, unwind with a massage at Arufen Spa or dive deeper into wellbeing with full moon meditation, sound healing or tai chi. Take to the water with a canoe, sailing trip or sunset cruise or venture further on a dolphin safari. By evening, gather for stargazing from a traditional Dhoni boat or settle in at the outdoor cinema under the stars. Whether it’s ocean adventures or spa-side stillness, this is five nights of uninterrupted luxury and tropical rhythm.

With two more nights at Sirru Fen Fushi Private Lagoon Resort, you’re free to revel in all-inclusive indulgence as you please, surrounded by the shimmering blues of the Shaviyani Atoll. Enjoy your spacious overwater villa, complete with a private pool and uninterrupted views of the lagoon, then spend your days drifting between sun-drenched serenity and curated island experiences. Begin each morning with a buffet breakfast at Raha Market and enjoy unlimited drinks throughout the day, from cocktails by the infinity pool to mocktails over lunch. Savour nightly dinners at Raha Market, with a special three-course meal at beachfront Azure included, plus daily minibar restocks and an indulgent floating breakfast served in-villa once during your stay.

There’s no set agenda – just a menu of pleasures to explore at your own pace. Snorkel the house reef just offshore, unwind with a massage at Arufen Spa or dive deeper into wellbeing with full moon meditation, sound healing or tai chi. Take to the water with a canoe, sailing trip or sunset cruise or venture further on a dolphin safari. By evening, gather for stargazing from a traditional Dhoni boat or settle in at the outdoor cinema under the stars. Whether it’s ocean adventures or spa-side stillness, this is five nights of uninterrupted luxury and tropical rhythm.

With one final night at Sirru Fen Fushi Private Lagoon Resort, make the most of the all-inclusive indulgence as you please, surrounded by the shimmering blues of the Shaviyani Atoll. Enjoy your spacious overwater villa, complete with a private pool and uninterrupted views of the lagoon, then spend your days drifting between sun-drenched serenity and curated island experiences. Begin each morning with a buffet breakfast at Raha Market and enjoy unlimited drinks throughout the day, from cocktails by the infinity pool to mocktails over lunch. Savour nightly dinners at Raha Market, with a special three-course meal at beachfront Azure included, plus daily minibar restocks and an indulgent floating breakfast served in-villa once during your stay.

There’s no set agenda – just a menu of pleasures to explore at your own pace. Snorkel the house reef just offshore, unwind with a massage at Arufen Spa or dive deeper into wellbeing with full moon meditation, sound healing or tai chi. Take to the water with a canoe, sailing trip or sunset cruise or venture further on a dolphin safari. By evening, gather for stargazing from a traditional Dhoni boat or settle in at the outdoor cinema under the stars. Whether it’s ocean adventures or spa-side stillness, this is five nights of uninterrupted luxury and tropical rhythm.

Enjoy one final breakfast before checking out of your Maldivian escape. A seaplane transfer will bring you to Velana International Airport (MLE) for your onward journey.