VeryFirstTo has introduced a fresh concept in luxury travel with a bespoke 17-day tour created in collaboration with Epic India Travel, offering exclusive access to India’s royal families and the chance to experience the country alongside them. Designed by India specialists at Epic India, the itinerary is fully customizable and highlights the finest in luxury accommodations, private services, expert guides and curated dining.
The “Meeting Indian Royals and Living Like Maharajas” journey begins in Delhi at The Imperial, where guests are welcomed with drinks and a lecture by a noted historian on Britain’s presence in India. The program includes private guided tours of both Old and New Delhi, shopping excursions through vibrant street bazaars and a spiritual walking tour capped by a live performance of devotional Sufi music near Qutub Minar.
On day six, the tour continues to Khajuraho, where guests will meet Maharaja Amresh Kumar Singh’s family at the city palace. That evening a royal dinner at Khajuraho Palace is accompanied by a Kathak dance performance, and further intimate experiences include dining with members of other royal households at notable palaces and a private tasting of the handcrafted Royal Gharana liquor.
Beyond royal encounters, the itinerary weaves in a range of cultural and scenic highlights: a sail on the Ganges River, visits to the holy Buddhist site of Sarnath, high tea near the Taj Mahal, indulgent spa treatments and a lavish bush dinner among the sand dunes outside Jodhpur. Every element is arranged to combine authenticity with comfort and refinement.
Prices for this highly curated experience start at £66,640 per couple (approximately $86,525). The fare includes expert tour guides, junior suites where available, chauffeurs, transfers, taxes and return first-class international flights from the United Kingdom. International flights to the UK from other origins are not included. Travel can be arranged throughout the year, with October through March recommended for optimal weather conditions.
This offering is aimed at discerning travelers seeking immersion in India’s cultural heritage and aristocratic traditions while enjoying the highest standards of personalized service and luxury. The flexible itinerary allows couples to tailor accommodations, excursions and dining to suit personal preferences, ensuring a distinctive and memorable journey through India’s royal past and present.