Spring Break in India with Taj
Jetting off to India for something a little more far-flung and culturally interesting than your average beachy spring break is just what you need to spice up your 2024 travel plans.
Taj Rishikesh Resort & Spa (photo courtesy of Taj Hotels)
Taj Hotels are perfect for exploring some of India’s best, so we checked in with our pals at Taj to create a sample itinerary to help you envision a spring break in the Land of Spices.
New Delhi
Stay: The Taj Mahal Hotel
Suggested minimum stay: 3 nights
Begin at the newly renovated Taj Mahal Hotel in New Delhi, one of the capital’s most distinguished addresses. It is perfectly located near commercial hubs, cultural centers, and heritage wonders, and the warmth, luxury, and discreet service make this a firm favorite. Divine dining options, fabulous accommodation options, and an Indo-Western spa await.
New since the reno? Their Luxury Residences provide a home in the capital, featuring one- and two-bedroom fully serviced options, each with stunning views, living and dining spaces, interconnected suites, and fully equipped kitchens. The stunning Maharaja Suite, created in partnership with Air India, pays homage to the pioneer of Indian aviation, featuring a uniquely themed master bedroom, dining room, and enclosed balcony lounge.
The much-loved dining destinations, Machan and House of Ming, have reopened. Both restaurants have been totally reimagined—and are as delicious as ever!
Suggested Activities in New Delhi:
Take a heritage walk at Humayun’s Tomb, a World Heritage Site considered as the starting point of the architectural projects of the Mughals
Witness the Changing of the Guard ceremony, a military tradition carried out with pomp and circumstance
A private cooking class and exquisite three-course lunch with the Master Chef at Varq
Poe Perks
The Taj Mahal Hotel is part of our Virtuoso network of hotels, meaning we can offer you the following added amenities during your stay:
Upgrade on arrival, subject to availability
Daily breakfast for up to two guests per bedroom
Complimentary lunch or dinner for up to two people/room, once during stay, excluding alcohol, taxes and gratuities (minimum 3-courses & value of $100 USD)
Early check-in/late check-out, subject to availability
Complimentary Wi-Fi
Jaipur
Stay: Rambagh Palace, Jaipur
Suggested minimum stay: 3 nights
You’re off to Jaipur for a stay at Rambagh Palace, originally built in 1835 and previously home to royalty. Today, this jewel in the Taj crown offers 78 stunningly restored grand rooms and suites.
33 Grand Suites and 45 guest rooms are furnished with antiques and rich silks and carpets, creating a timeless feel. The hotel’s three dining options and two bars give you the chance for elevated plates as well as quick bites, and their J Wellness Circle pampers you like royalty!
Don’t believe how stunning this palatial hotel is? Rambagh Palace was ranked the world’s number one hotel in TripAdvisor’s Traveler’s Choice Awards in 2023, so your fellow travelers have spoken!
Suggested Activities in Jaipur:
Join the hotel butlers for a fascinating heritage walk around the palace and stories of yesteryear
Horseback riding from a local farm to take in the scenery
A traditional Kalbelia dance experience
Poe Perks
Rambagh Palace is also a Virtuoso hotel, so here are our extra amenities available to you here:
Upgrade on arrival, subject to availability
Daily breakfast for up to two guests per bedroom, in Rajput Room
Complimentary lunch or dinner for two people once during stay, excluding alcohol, taxes and gratuities (minimum 3-courses & value of $100 USD)
Early check-in/late check-out, subject to availability
Complimentary Wi-Fi
Uttarakhand
Stay: Taj Rishikesh Resort & Spa
Suggested minimum stay: 3 nights
Cities like Delhi and Jaipur are must-visits while in India, but make time to enjoy some of the country’s natural beauty too. A visit to Taj Rishikesh in Uttarakhand is just the ticket.
35 kilometers from the spiritual capital of Rishikesh, Taj Rishikesh sits by the banks of the majestic Ganges, in the foothills of the Himalayas. This nest of calm allows you to take a restful pause, designed as it is to amplify the experience of being one with the Ganges and the Himalayas—from its private residences to its meadowed terraces.
Each of the resort’s experiences and rituals across dining, wellness, and discovery draws from the values of the region. Classic Himalayan cuisine is served with staggering views, and surreal experiences by the Ganges such as adventure treks and nature trails await. Total bliss!
Suggested Activities in Uttarakhand:
Embark on a Himalayan Mountain drive and trek for stunning views of the valley and snowcapped peaks
Join in on the Ganga Arti at the Triveni Ghat, where the grand worship of the Mother Ganges takes place
Explore the mysticism behind Devprayag, where the rivers Rhagirathi, Alaknanda, and the underground Saraswati meet to form the Ganges
Each itinerary is created just for you, but this sample gives you an idea of what’s possible. Contact your Poe Travel advisor today for an itinerary of your own to experience India in the height of spring.