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Green hills and patches of forest beneath clouds at Tadiandamol.

BESPOKE LUXURY TRAVEL EXPERTS · INDIA

The AUREL Philosophy

Effortless Presence

We take care of everything, so you can be fully present.

Our Signature JourneysDiscover our philosophy
THE JOURNEY

A private journey,
shaped entirely around you.

THE THEMES

The interests that
shape your route.

THE EXPERIENCES

The moments you choose.
Or leave room to discover.

Our Signature Journeys

Considered beginnings. A journey shaped around you.

The Taj Mahal in Agra, Uttar Pradesh.01 / THE COLLECTION

Taj Mahal & Mughal Heritage

Delhi, the Taj Mahal and Fatehpur Sikri, tracing the artistry of the Mughal world.

Delhi · Agra · Fatehpur Sikri

The ornate pink façade of Hawa Mahal in Jaipur.02 / THE COLLECTION

Golden Triangle

Delhi’s layered history, the Taj Mahal and Jaipur’s palaces, at a considered pace.

Delhi · Agra · Fatehpur Sikri · Jaipur

Jal Mahal rising from Man Sagar Lake, Jaipur.03 / THE COLLECTION

Rajasthan Palaces

Palace courtyards, hilltop forts and lakeside evenings through Jaipur, Jodhpur and Udaipur.

Jaipur · Jodhpur · Ranakpur · Udaipur

Sunlight catches the carved columns of a Hampi temple pavilion.04 / THE COLLECTION

Hampi Heritage

Grand monuments, ancient stories and Hampi’s sculpted landscapes.

Bengaluru · Hampi · Anegundi

Golden light on the palm-lined backwaters of Alappuzha, Kerala.05 / THE COLLECTION

Kerala Backwaters

Fort Kochi, village waterways and unhurried days around Kumarakom and Alappuzha.

Kochi · Kumarakom · Alappuzha

Coconut palms frame Kakolem Beach and the Arabian Sea in Goa.06 / THE COLLECTION

Goa to Kerala

Historic ports, coastal kitchens and quiet backwaters, through Goa, Karnataka and Kerala.

Goa · Gokarna · Udupi / Mangaluru · Bekal · Kannur · Kozhikode · Kochi · Backwaters

A Bengal tiger walks toward the camera through sunlit dry woodland.07 / THE COLLECTION

Kabini Tiger Country

Forest safaris, quiet riverside moments and dinner beneath the stars.

Bengaluru · Kabini

Asiatic lions in Gir, Gujarat.08 / THE COLLECTION

India’s Big Five

Tiger, elephant, gaur, Asiatic lion and one-horned rhino, across India’s great wildlife landscapes.

Nagarhole & Bandipur · Gir · Kaziranga

The carved tower of Brihadeshwara Temple in Thanjavur.09 / THE COLLECTION

Five Icons of India

The Taj Mahal, Ellora’s Kailasa, Hampi, Brihadeshwara and Mysuru Palace, connected around you.

Agra · Ellora · Hampi · Thanjavur · Mysuru

Duration tailored to you

Taj Mahal & Mughal Heritage

Your preferred travel dates

Trace Mughal history from Delhi’s garden tombs to Agra’s marble and red sandstone, with time for the courts of Fatehpur Sikri.

These are the highlights of your journey, rather than a day-by-day schedule. Your curator shapes the duration, route and pace around you.

  1. CHAPTER 1

    The Mughal world begins

    Delhi

    1. Garden architecture

      Humayun’s Tomb

      Explore the garden tomb that preceded the Taj Mahal, noticing its geometry, red sandstone and relationship with the surrounding gardens.

    2. Living history

      Old Delhi

      Follow the lanes of Shahjahanabad around Jama Masjid and Chandni Chowk, with time for the city’s architecture and everyday rhythms.

  2. CHAPTER 2

    Marble and imperial power

    Agra

    1. A considered beginning

      The Taj Mahal

      Visit within official opening hours, with time for the gardens, marble inlay and changing light. The route is planned around the Friday closure.

    2. An imperial residence

      Agra Fort

      Explore the public palace courts and audience halls, placing the Taj Mahal within the wider story of Mughal rule.

  3. CHAPTER 3

    Akbar’s sandstone capital

    Fatehpur Sikri

    1. Palaces and courts

      The planned imperial city

      Walk through the palace precinct and audience courts, looking closely at the carved details and varied architectural influences.

    2. Living faith

      The mosque precinct

      Visit the Jama Masjid surroundings and the precinct of Salim Chishti’s tomb, respecting worship, dress requirements and the access available that day.

  4. CHAPTER 4

    Further discoveries, if you wish

    Agra · optional visits

    1. Optional visit

      Itimad-ud-Daulah’s tomb

      Add the intricate marble tomb across the Yamuna for a closer look at the craftsmanship that helped shape the Taj Mahal’s world.

    2. Optional visit

      Mehtab Bagh

      Choose a garden visit across the river for another view of the Taj Mahal, timed within published opening hours and the day’s conditions.

Landmark & event information

Allow around five days for the core route, with two nights each in Delhi and Agra. Visits are arranged around the Taj Mahal’s Friday closure. Optional Agra discoveries, arrival and departure points, preferred stays and transfers are confirmed in your personal proposal.

Duration tailored to you

Golden Triangle

Your preferred travel dates

Connect Delhi, Agra and Jaipur through Mughal gardens, Rajput palaces and the everyday life around them, with Fatehpur Sikri along the way.

These are the highlights of your journey, rather than a day-by-day schedule. Your curator shapes the duration, route and pace around you.

  1. CHAPTER 1

    Delhi, across the centuries

    Delhi

    1. Mughal gardens

      Humayun’s Tomb

      Begin with the garden tomb and the architectural ideas that connect Delhi with the Taj Mahal.

    2. The old city

      Shahjahanabad

      Explore Old Delhi around Jama Masjid and Chandni Chowk, choosing a comfortable walking route through its historic streets.

  2. CHAPTER 2

    The Taj and the river city

    Agra

    1. Artistry in marble

      The Taj Mahal

      Allow an unhurried visit within official opening hours, arranged around the Friday closure and your preferred pace.

    2. Palace and fortress

      Agra Fort

      Discover the public courts and palaces of the Mughal stronghold, with a break between the day’s principal visits.

  3. CHAPTER 3

    A capital along the way

    Agra → Fatehpur Sikri → Jaipur

    1. On the road

      Fatehpur Sikri

      Pause at Akbar’s sandstone capital for its palace courts and monumental architecture, allowing a substantial part of the transfer day for the visit.

    2. On arrival

      An evening in Jaipur

      Continue to Jaipur with meal and comfort stops, leaving the evening for settling in rather than another full sightseeing programme.

  4. CHAPTER 4

    The courts of the Pink City

    Jaipur

    1. Hilltop heritage

      Amber Palace

      Explore the palace’s public courts and decorated halls, with the approach chosen around your mobility and the conditions.

    2. The historic centre

      City Palace & Hawa Mahal

      Visit the City Palace’s public museum areas and pause at Hawa Mahal’s distinctive façade, with time between them for the old city.

    3. Time and astronomy

      Jantar Mantar

      Discover the monumental instruments and the ideas behind Jaipur’s observatory, with your guide explaining how they measure the sky.

  5. CHAPTER 5

    Extend the journey, if you wish

    Optional extensions · additional nights

    1. Optional wildlife extension

      Ranthambore

      Add time near Sawai Madhopur for safaris in authorised vehicles, subject to permits, park seasons and availability. Wildlife sightings cannot be guaranteed.

    2. Optional palace extension

      Udaipur

      Continue to Udaipur for the City Palace and Lake Pichola, allowing additional nights and a separately planned transfer rather than a day trip.

Landmark & event information

Allow around seven days, with two nights each in Delhi, Agra and Jaipur. Ranthambore or Udaipur can be added with extra nights. Your proposal confirms route order, stays, transfers and opening days; the Taj Mahal is closed on Fridays, and any safari depends on permits and park availability.

Duration tailored to you

Rajasthan Palaces

Your preferred travel dates

Follow Rajasthan’s royal histories from Jaipur and Jodhpur to Udaipur, pausing at Ranakpur’s carved marble temples on the road through the Aravalli hills.

These are the highlights of your journey, rather than a day-by-day schedule. Your curator shapes the duration, route and pace around you.

  1. CHAPTER 1

    The palace city

    Jaipur

    1. Hilltop courts

      Amber Palace

      Explore the palace’s public courts and decorated halls, with time to appreciate the setting above the old town.

    2. Royal collections

      City Palace

      Discover the public museum circuit and the stories of Jaipur’s rulers, with private residential areas outside the planned visit.

    3. The Pink City

      Hawa Mahal & the old streets

      Pause at Hawa Mahal’s façade and explore a selected part of the historic centre, leaving room for craft, architecture and rest.

  2. CHAPTER 2

    The fortress above the blue city

    Jodhpur

    1. Fort and museum

      Mehrangarh

      Explore the fort’s public palaces and collections, looking out across the city from its elevated setting.

    2. The city below

      Old Jodhpur

      Walk a comfortable route through the old city’s lanes and market surroundings, choosing the pace around the weather and your interests.

  3. CHAPTER 3

    Through the Aravalli hills

    Jodhpur → Ranakpur → Udaipur

    1. A pause on the road

      Ranakpur’s Jain temple

      Visit the carved marble temple within the permitted visitor hours, respecting worship, dress and photography requirements.

    2. A considered transfer

      Arrival in Udaipur

      Continue through the hills with meal and comfort stops. Keep the evening free to settle beside the city’s lakes.

  4. CHAPTER 4

    Palaces beside the water

    Udaipur

    1. Mewar’s history

      City Palace

      Explore the public palace and museum areas overlooking Lake Pichola, with time for the details of Mewar’s courtly life.

    2. Lakeside time

      Lake Pichola

      Enjoy the waterfront and, when conditions and availability allow, a boat outing. Visits do not include access to private palace hotels.

  5. CHAPTER 5

    Further Rajasthan chapters

    Optional extensions · additional nights

    1. Optional overnight stop

      Pushkar

      Add a night around Pushkar’s lake and town, adjusting the Jaipur–Jodhpur leg and respecting the customs of its sacred ghats.

    2. Optional desert extension

      Jaisalmer

      Allow several additional days for Jaisalmer’s fort, havelis and desert surroundings, with the route and onward travel redesigned accordingly.

Landmark & event information

Allow around eight to nine days for the core route. Pushkar can add an overnight stop; Jaisalmer needs several additional days and a revised route. Your proposal confirms transfers, preferred stays and public monument access. A palace visit does not imply access to private rooms or hotel-only spaces.

5 days / 4 nights

Hampi Heritage & Monuments Private Journey

Your preferred travel dates

Ancient grandeur, sculpted landscapes and a beautifully unhurried escape.

Start with this five-day itinerary. Your journey can be customised around your interests, preferred pace and chosen experiences. Your curator confirms the final arrangements with you.

  1. DAY 1

    The road to Hampi

    Bengaluru airport → Hampi

    1. Arrival

      Your suite welcome

      Meet your host at Bengaluru airport and settle in for a substantial road journey, arranged around a suitable arrival flight.

    2. Along the way

      Karnataka, at your pace

      Enjoy planned meal and comfort stops. Your crew coordinates the road so the journey itself feels considered.

    3. On arrival

      Settle into the landscape

      Arrive at your agreed base near Hampi and unwind. Sightseeing is kept optional on this transfer day.

    4. Evening

      An introduction to Vijayanagara

      Enjoy a relaxed regional dinner and a short introduction to the empire, river and boulder landscape you will discover.

  2. DAY 2

    Hampi’s sacred heart

    Virupaksha Temple · Hampi Bazaar · Hemakuta

    1. Morning

      Virupaksha Temple

      Begin with the living temple beside the Tungabhadra, exploring its courtyards and the stories of Hampi’s sacred centre.

    2. Late morning

      The old Hampi Bazaar

      Walk the historic bazaar axis and nearby ruins with your guide, pausing to notice stonework and the landscape beyond.

    3. Afternoon

      A leisurely pause

      Return for lunch and rest, with the warmer part of the day left free for your own rhythm.

    4. Late afternoon

      Hemakuta in softer light

      Explore selected temples and boulder viewpoints on Hemakuta, choosing a comfortable route before returning for dinner.

  3. DAY 3

    The splendour of the royal city

    Queen’s Bath · Royal Enclosure · Lotus Mahal

    1. Morning

      Queen’s Bath & the Royal Enclosure

      Discover the ceremonial heart of Vijayanagara, including the Mahanavami Dibba and stepped tank, with a heritage guide.

    2. Midday

      A table and time to rest

      Pause for a regional lunch and a comfortable break before the afternoon’s visits.

    3. Afternoon

      Lotus Mahal & Elephant Stables

      Explore the neighbouring monuments, their distinctive architecture and the royal life they once served.

    4. Evening

      An empire in conversation

      Relax over dinner as your guide brings together the day’s discoveries, leaving time for questions and quiet reflection.

  4. DAY 4

    The Stone Chariot & the living landscape

    Vittala Temple · Anegundi · countryside camp

    1. Morning

      Vijaya Vittala & the Stone Chariot

      Explore the temple complex, its famous Stone Chariot and richly carved architecture at an unhurried pace.

    2. Afternoon

      Across to Anegundi

      Take the arranged road route to Anegundi for village lanes and the Gagan Mahal surroundings, with lunch and rest woven in.

    3. Golden hour

      A countryside pause

      Continue to your agreed camping setting outside protected monuments. Rest beside your suite as the landscape changes colour.

    4. After sunset

      Dinner beneath the stars

      Enjoy an intimate outdoor dinner in a permitted setting, with an alternative arrangement if the weather calls for it.

  5. DAY 5

    A considered farewell

    Hampi → Bengaluru airport

    1. Early departure

      Breakfast & the road ahead

      Your flight is planned around the substantial return transfer. An early breakfast and departure leave the day for comfortable travel.

    2. Along the way

      A journey with room to pause

      Rest and meal stops are planned around your comfort, traffic and the time needed at the airport.

    3. Departure

      A personal farewell

      Arrive at Bengaluru airport with onward arrangements in hand and memories of Hampi to carry home.

Landmark & event information

The first and final days allow for the longer road transfer between Bengaluru airport and Hampi. Your curator coordinates flight times, rest stops and monument access. Camping takes place at arranged, permitted locations. Outdoor dining is subject to weather; overnight arrangements are agreed in your proposal.

Duration tailored to you

Kerala Backwaters

Your preferred travel dates

Move from Kochi’s coastal heritage to the villages and paddy landscapes of Vembanad and Kuttanad, choosing the way you wish to stay beside the water.

These are the highlights of your journey, rather than a day-by-day schedule. Your curator shapes the duration, route and pace around you.

  1. CHAPTER 1

    A city shaped by the sea

    Kochi

    1. Coastal heritage

      Fort Kochi

      Explore the waterfront, fishing nets and historic streets, with time to understand the city’s maritime connections.

    2. Trade and neighbourhoods

      Mattancherry

      Discover the streets, architecture and spice-trading history of Mattancherry, with food and monument visits chosen around your interests and opening days.

  2. CHAPTER 2

    Life beside Vembanad

    Kumarakom

    1. Lakeside time

      A gentler rhythm

      Settle beside Vembanad and leave space for the water, the landscape and a small-boat outing when conditions permit.

    2. Village encounters

      The backwaters, close at hand

      Explore local waterways and, when arranged with willing hosts, discover everyday skills such as coir making, weaving or regional cooking.

  3. CHAPTER 3

    Choose your time on the water

    Alappuzha · Kuttanad

    1. Day-cruise option

      Waterways and paddy landscapes

      Take a private day cruise through an agreed stretch of the backwaters, returning to a hotel for the night.

    2. Alternative overnight stay

      A night aboard

      Choose an overnight houseboat instead, with the vessel, boarding point, route, cruising hours and night halt confirmed before travel.

  4. CHAPTER 4

    The coast, or a considered farewell

    Alappuzha → Kochi · optional Marari extension

    1. Optional coastal extension

      Marari

      Add one or two nights near Marari for time by the coast, extending the backwaters route without introducing a distant hill-station transfer.

    2. Departure

      Return to Kochi

      Arrange the return transfer with a generous flight buffer. After a houseboat night, departure timing allows for disembarkation and the road journey.

Landmark & event information

Allow around six days, with two nights in Kochi, two in Kumarakom and one near Alappuzha. Choose a hotel with a day cruise or an overnight houseboat; vessel, route, cruising hours and night halt are confirmed separately. Marari is an optional coastal extension, with departure timing arranged around the return to Kochi.

Duration tailored to you

Goa to Kerala · The Arabian Sea Coast

Dates shaped around coastal weather and your interests

Follow India’s western shore from Goa to Kerala, discovering temple towns, seaward forts and the living traditions of Malabar before settling beside the backwaters.

These are the highlights of your journey, rather than a day-by-day schedule. Your curator shapes the duration, route and pace around you.

  1. CHAPTER 1

    Goa, beyond the familiar shore

    Goa · suggested stay: 3 nights

    1. Heritage and everyday life

      Panaji & Old Goa

      Explore Fontainhas and Old Goa’s churches, tracing the coast’s layered history. Leave time for Goan cooking and the shore, respecting worship and the privacy of residential streets.

    2. A considered beginning

      Time to settle in

      Keep the arrival day gentle and choose a base around your interests. The onward journey to Gokarna has its own transfer day, with meal and comfort stops.

  2. CHAPTER 2

    Temple streets and open horizons

    Gokarna · suggested stay: 2 nights

    1. Coastal Karnataka

      A town between the hills and sea

      Explore Gokarna’s old streets and nearby shores at an unhurried pace, choosing walks around your mobility, weather and the access permitted at places of worship.

    2. At your own pace

      A pause by the coast

      Keep a full day here before continuing south, choosing coastal walks and time by the shore around your interests and the local conditions.

  3. CHAPTER 3

    The coast, told through its kitchens

    Udupi or Mangaluru · suggested stay: 1 night

    1. Regional tables

      Udupi & Mangaluru

      Discover the coast’s distinct food traditions, from Udupi’s vegetarian cooking to Mangaluru’s coconut-rich dishes. Choose a few tastes and a comfortable overnight base along the route.

    2. On the road

      South towards Bekal

      Use this chapter to divide the longer coastal drive, with a selected town or shore visit if time allows. Continue into Kerala without packing both cities into a single sightseeing day.

  4. CHAPTER 4

    A fortress facing the Arabian Sea

    Bekal · suggested stay: 2 nights

    1. Coastal heritage

      Bekal Fort

      Walk the fort’s public paths and look across its seaward ramparts, choosing cooler hours and allowing time for the uneven surfaces and exposed setting.

    2. Time beside the sea

      A quieter interlude

      Settle into the northern Kerala coast, with an open afternoon for the shore, a leisurely meal or simply the pleasure of staying still.

  5. CHAPTER 5

    The living traditions of Malabar

    Kannur · suggested stay: 2 nights

    1. Craft and community

      The handloom country

      Discover Kannur’s weaving traditions through a visit arranged with a willing workshop or cooperative, respecting working hours and asking before photographing people.

    2. When the calendar aligns

      Theyyam

      A scheduled Theyyam ritual may form part of the journey when local hosts welcome visitors. Dates, access and etiquette are confirmed locally; this is a living observance, not a performance on demand.

  6. CHAPTER 6

    A port city with a generous table

    Kozhikode · suggested stay: 1 night

    1. Malabar’s maritime world

      Kozhikode & Beypore

      Choose a focused introduction to the city’s food and trading history, or Beypore’s boat-building heritage. A working boatyard visit depends on permission and the work taking place.

    2. The onward passage

      A day for the journey

      Allow the following day for the substantial road transfer to Kochi, with thoughtful breaks. Inland stretches and busy towns are part of this coastal route; it is not a continuous seafront drive.

  7. CHAPTER 7

    Kochi, shaped by the sea

    Kochi · suggested stay: 2 nights

    1. A meeting of cultures

      Fort Kochi & Mattancherry

      Explore the waterfront, historic streets and spice-trading neighbourhoods, selecting monuments around opening days and your interests.

    2. Room to discover

      A city at walking pace

      Keep time between visits for galleries, regional cooking or a quiet courtyard. Plan a manageable walking route, with transfers whenever they make the day more comfortable.

  8. CHAPTER 8

    The coast gives way to quiet water

    Kumarakom or Alappuzha · suggested stay: 2 nights

    1. Your choice of stay

      Life beside the backwaters

      Choose a lakeside hotel with a day cruise, or include an overnight houseboat. The vessel, boarding point, cruising hours, route and night halt are agreed before travel.

    2. A personal ending

      Marari, or a considered farewell

      Extend the journey with one or two nights near Marari if you wish. Otherwise, return to Kochi with generous time for the road journey and your departing flight.

Landmark & event information

Allow around sixteen to eighteen days for the full overland route across three states. The suggested stays total fifteen nights, with room to linger longer. These are adjustable chapters: a shorter journey omits stages, while Marari can add one or two nights. Your proposal confirms stays, transfers, boat arrangements and local access. Ritual visits depend on the community calendar; working craft visits depend on permission and availability.

5 days / 4 nights

Royal Bengal Tiger Kabini Private Journey

Dates tailored to safari availability

Forest mornings, quiet riverside moments and evenings beneath an open sky.

Start with this five-day itinerary. Your journey can be customised around your interests, preferred pace and chosen experiences. Your curator confirms the final arrangements with you.

  1. DAY 1

    Into the quiet

    Bengaluru airport → Kabini

    1. Arrival

      A personal airport welcome

      Meet your host and settle into your private travel suite, with refreshments and your preferred comforts ready for the road.

    2. Along the way

      Towards Kabini

      Travel into the countryside with lunch and comfortable pauses. The arrival day is reserved for the road and settling in.

    3. On arrival

      Your forest-country base

      Settle at your agreed overnight base near Kabini. Take time to rest before your naturalist introduces the landscape.

    4. Evening

      An introduction to the wild

      Over dinner, discuss wildlife etiquette, camera preparation and the next day’s assigned safari arrangements.

  2. DAY 2

    A morning in tiger country

    Kabini-side safari zone · your private base

    1. Safari window

      Into Nagarahole’s habitats

      Transfer to the assigned departure point for a guided forest safari in an authorised vehicle. Your suite remains outside safari routes.

    2. In the forest

      The art of patient observation

      Look for tigers, elephants, gaur, dhole and birdlife while your naturalist interprets the forest. Every sighting is a possibility.

    3. After the safari

      Breakfast & time to yourself

      Return for a leisurely breakfast and lunch, with a generous pause for rest in the privacy of your base.

    4. Evening

      Stories from the forest

      Revisit the day’s observations and photographs with your naturalist, followed by a quiet dinner.

  3. DAY 3

    Another perspective on Kabini

    Kabini backwaters · forest or water safari

    1. Morning

      A slower beginning

      Wake at your own pace, enjoy breakfast and spend a little time with the birdlife around your approved base.

    2. Late morning

      A closer look

      Explore field notes or photographs with your naturalist, then enjoy lunch and a restful afternoon pause.

    3. Safari window

      Forest trails or the Kabini backwaters

      Take your second reserved safari. A boat safari may replace the forest outing when operating, with slots and water conditions confirmed.

    4. Evening

      Return to your sanctuary

      Refresh and enjoy a personal dinner, carrying the day’s encounters into an unhurried evening.

  4. DAY 4

    Camp beneath the stars

    Countryside outside the protected forest

    1. Morning

      Birdsong & a gentle walk

      Enjoy birdwatching or a short naturalist-led walk in an approved area outside the reserve, suited to your pace.

    2. Afternoon

      Room for stillness

      Rest, read or revisit your photographs. Your crew prepares the agreed camping setting and your evening menu.

    3. Golden hour

      A private camp setting

      Settle beside your suite at a permitted location outside protected forest areas, with comforts quietly attended to.

    4. After sunset

      An evening under open skies

      Enjoy a hosted outdoor dinner and, when skies allow, time with the stars. Weather alternatives form part of your proposal.

  5. DAY 5

    Nature’s farewell

    Kabini → Bengaluru airport

    1. Morning

      Breakfast in the countryside

      A gentle final morning, with breakfast and departure timed around your onward flight.

    2. On the road

      A comfortable return

      Travel towards Bengaluru with planned refreshment and rest stops, leaving a generous margin for traffic and airport formalities.

    3. Departure

      Until the next journey

      Your host sees you to Bengaluru airport and attends to the final details of your private journey.

Landmark & event information

Safari slots and permits are confirmed with your proposal. Safaris use authorised vehicles; wildlife sightings are never guaranteed. Camping takes place at arranged, permitted locations. Outdoor dining is subject to weather; overnight arrangements are agreed in your proposal.

Duration tailored to you

India’s Big Five

Dates shaped around park seasons and safari availability

A private wildlife journey connecting the forests of southern India with Gir and the grasslands of Kaziranga.

These are the highlights of your journey, rather than a day-by-day schedule. Your curator shapes the duration, route and pace around you.

  1. CHAPTER 1

    The Bengal tiger

    Nagarhole & Bandipur

    1. Forest encounters

      In tiger country

      Explore authorised safari routes through the forests of Nagarhole and Bandipur, with patient observation and a naturalist’s perspective.

  2. CHAPTER 2

    The Asian elephant

    Nagarhole & Bandipur

    1. Forest encounters

      Life in the herd

      Look for elephant families along the forest’s water and grassland edges, allowing every encounter to unfold at a respectful distance.

  3. CHAPTER 3

    The gaur

    Nagarhole & Bandipur

    1. Forest encounters

      The world’s largest wild cattle

      Watch for the powerful gaur, an imposing yet often quietly grazing presence in these southern forests.

  4. CHAPTER 4

    The Asiatic lion

    Gir, Gujarat

    1. Forest encounters

      The last wild refuge

      Travel to the Gir landscape, the last refuge of wild Asiatic lions, for safaris arranged around the reserve’s permitted visitor routes.

  5. CHAPTER 5

    The greater one-horned rhino

    Kaziranga, Assam

    1. Grassland encounters

      A remarkable stronghold

      Discover Kaziranga’s floodplain landscapes, home to the world’s largest population of greater one-horned rhinos.

Landmark & event information

Duration, arrival and departure points, domestic flights, local transfers and preferred stays are arranged in your personal proposal. Safaris use authorised vehicles, subject to permits and park seasons. Wildlife sightings are never guaranteed.

Duration tailored to you

Five Icons of India

Your preferred travel dates

Five distinct chapters of Indian artistry and ambition, with time to appreciate the detail and the stories behind it.

These are the highlights of your journey, rather than a day-by-day schedule. Your curator shapes the duration, route and pace around you.

  1. CHAPTER 1

    The Taj Mahal

    Agra, Uttar Pradesh

    1. Artistry in marble

      A monument to devotion

      Explore the Taj Mahal’s marble inlay, balanced gardens and Mughal craftsmanship with a guide who brings its story into focus.

  2. CHAPTER 2

    Kailasa at Ellora

    Ellora, Maharashtra

    1. Artistry in stone

      The world’s largest monolithic temple

      Encounter Kailasa, Ellora’s Cave 16, carved from a single mass of rock into an extraordinary temple complex.

  3. CHAPTER 3

    The world of Vijayanagara

    Hampi, Karnataka

    1. An imperial landscape

      An empire among the boulders

      Trace Vijayanagara’s sacred and royal worlds through Hampi’s temple courts, sculpted pillars and dramatic boulder landscape.

  4. CHAPTER 4

    Brihadeshwara Temple

    Thanjavur, Tamil Nadu

    1. Living heritage

      The achievement of the Cholas

      Discover the monumental Brihadeshwara Temple, part of the UNESCO-listed Great Living Chola Temples, where worship and architectural mastery endure.

  5. CHAPTER 5

    Mysuru Palace

    Mysuru, Karnataka

    1. Royal heritage

      The splendour of a royal city

      Explore Mysuru Palace’s ceremonial halls, intricate details and royal stories, with illumination viewed when the published schedule allows.

Landmark & event information

Duration, route order, arrival and departure points, domestic flights, local transfers and preferred stays are arranged in your personal proposal. Monument opening days, entry and guide availability are confirmed before travel.

Exceptional Hotels · Private Travel Suites · Luxury Tented Retreats

One booking request. A personal quote. Every detail confirmed with you before payment.

DESIGN A JOURNEY AROUND YOU

What moves you?

Choose one or blend a few.
We bring them together in one journey.

Wildlife

Wildlife

11 experiences

From the forests of southern India to Gir and Kaziranga.

Heritage & Monuments

Heritage & Monuments

21 experiences

India’s extraordinary monuments, sacred architecture and royal residences.

Culture

Culture

11 experiences

Living traditions, intimate performances and local celebrations.

Explore all 18 themes
Adventure

Adventure

8 experiences

Himalayan trails, forest rides and river days, shaped around you.

Motorcycle Journeys

Motorcycle Journeys

10 experiences

High passes, desert roads and coastal horizons, at your pace.

Camping

Camping

8 experiences

Lakeshores, grasslands and nights beneath open skies.

Spiritual

Spiritual

14 experiences

Sacred places and moments of reflection.

Silence & Peace

Silence & Peace

8 experiences

Forests, waterfalls and landscapes made for stillness.

Fitness

Fitness

3 experiences

Movement, fresh air and a rhythm that feels right.

Food

Food

5 experiences

Regional flavours, local kitchens and memorable tables.

Weather

Weather

5 experiences

Follow the mist, the rain or the changing light.

Select the + to add a theme. Experiences can be chosen now or shaped with your curator.

STAYS, SHAPED AROUND YOU

A sense of place.
Your kind of comfort.

Stay somewhere extraordinary, keep your own private suite close, or settle beneath canvas. Choose one or combine them within your journey.

The Leela Kovalam, A Raviz Hotel — Pool and sea view
Rambagh Palace — Courtyard and reflecting pool
Umaid Bhawan Palace — Grand staircase
Taj Lake Palace — Lakefront setting
The Imperial, New Delhi — Marble corridor
Radisson Blu Resort, Temple Bay Mamallapuram — Seafront terrace
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Exceptional Hotels

Distinctive properties chosen for their setting, character and thoughtful hospitality. A considered retreat at each stage of your journey.

Explore the hotel collection
Wide view of the private travel suite with green upholstered seating, warm wood finishes and window blinds
Private travel suite with facing green seats, a rear daybed and warm ceiling lighting
Green quilted daybed beside a window and cream interior panels in the private travel suite
Broad green upholstered lounge seating with cushions, wood trim and soft overhead lighting
Green upholstered lounger with a cushion and extended seat beside wood-framed window blinds
Private travel suite seating with a side table, window blinds and warm interior lighting
Green bench seating below a television, framed by wood window blinds and warm ceiling lights
Compact private bathroom with a toilet, black basin, mirror and gold-tone shower fittings
Private bathroom with a black basin, green-framed mirror, toilet and overhead shower
Private bathroom with pale veined walls, a wall-hung toilet, dark floor and gold-tone shower fittings
A private travel suite with cream lounge seating and walnut finishes
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Private Travel Suites

Your own luxury motorhome, with an inviting lounge, a place to rest and a discreet crew. Keep your comforts close as the landscape changes.

A beautifully appointed tented retreat surrounded by nature

Luxury Tented Retreats

Beautifully appointed tented stays, immersed in the landscape. Quiet nights, unhurried mornings and the pleasure of feeling closer to nature.

Your stays are arranged around your route, preferences and availability, with every detail agreed in your personal proposal.

A few things to know.

Can I combine themes?

Absolutely. Your curator combines your themes and chosen experiences into one route, at your preferred pace.

Where does my journey begin?

From airport pickup to airport return, your journey is fully managed. Different airports and other meeting points can be arranged.

What happens after I send a request?

Your curator confirms availability, the route, luxury motorhome, crew and your personal quote. No payment is taken here and a request is not a confirmed reservation.

ROOM FOR DISCOVERY

Follow a place.
Follow a possibility.

Explore our directories, then let your curiosity lead the conversation.

WHAT MOVES YOU

Experience Directory

Encounters, interests and moments worth exploring.

WHERE IT BEGINS

Destination Directory

Places with stories, character and a sense of possibility.

Silver luxury motorhome at dusk with an outdoor seating area

YOUR PRIVATE SANCTUARY

At home, wherever
the road takes you.

Your suite is part of the journey — a considered space to rest, share a meal and watch the landscape change. Your curator matches the vehicle and setup to your route, group size and comfort preferences.

Wide view of the private travel suite with green upholstered seating, warm wood finishes and window blinds
Private travel suite with facing green seats, a rear daybed and warm ceiling lighting
Green quilted daybed beside a window and cream interior panels in the private travel suite
Broad green upholstered lounge seating with cushions, wood trim and soft overhead lighting
Green upholstered lounger with a cushion and extended seat beside wood-framed window blinds
Private travel suite seating with a side table, window blinds and warm interior lighting
Green bench seating below a television, framed by wood window blinds and warm ceiling lights
Compact private bathroom with a toilet, black basin, mirror and gold-tone shower fittings
Private bathroom with a black basin, green-framed mirror, toilet and overhead shower
Private bathroom with pale veined walls, a wall-hung toilet, dark floor and gold-tone shower fittings
Private travel suite lounge with cream reclining chairs, walnut finishes and soft golden lighting
Private lounge in walnut and gold
Private travel suite lounge with seating and wood finishes
Private lounge
Private travel suite sleeping quarters
Private sleeping quarters
Luxury motorhome kitchenette
Luxury motorhome kitchenette
Luxury motorhome bathroom
Luxury motorhome bathroom
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We partner with multiple luxury motorhome providers.

JOURNEY

From arrival to farewell

Begin at the airport, return to the airport — with your private travel suite connecting every experience in between. Pickup and drop-off can also be tailored to your plans.

REST

Comfort, without compromise

A dedicated sleeping area, inviting seating, linen and essential comforts for unhurried mornings.

Wellbeing, woven into your journey

Herbal infusions, thoughtfully sourced regional meals and optional herbal baths or bath kits are part of your personalised luxury motorhome hospitality. Your crew arranges these comforts around your tastes, dietary needs and preferred pace, with ingredients and bathing facilities agreed during planning.

DINE

Something delicious, wherever you are

Meals planned around your preferences, with local flavours and memorable outdoor dining when the setting allows.

CREW

A dedicated crew, discreetly at your service

Every AUREL Trails journey is fully managed, with a dedicated crew tailored to our guests’ preferences and itinerary. Depending on your requirements, this may include an experienced chef, professional driver, security personnel or expert guide. Attentive when needed and discreet throughout, our team takes care of every detail while respecting your privacy and personal space.

AMBIENCE

Every sense, considered

Inside your suite, all five senses are thoughtfully considered: beautiful surroundings, gentle sounds, soft textures, tailored menus and subtle aromas. Your crew uses carefully sourced natural essential oils with a delicate touch, personalising fragrance and flavours to your preferences, with a scent-free setting available whenever you wish.

Luxury motorhome layout, chef service, equipment and ambience are confirmed in your personal proposal.

YOUR PRIVATE JOURNEY

Make it yours.

Choose your themes

One or several. All part of the same journey.

A few personal touches Optional
Airport pickup & return Arrange together

Airport-to-airport travel is included in your planning. Share locations now, or decide with your curator.

ONE PERSONAL PROPOSAL

Your journey, so far

Travel dates Flexible
Phone & coupon Optional

No payment now. Your curator confirms availability and your personal quote.

Your privacy

When you send a journey request or enquiry, your details are stored for AUREL’s team to respond. Requests do not confirm a reservation or collect payment.

Theme and experience choices may be saved on this device. Contact details, addresses, preferences and free-text notes stay in this tab until you submit.

Optional analytics starts only after you allow it. AUREL and Google Analytics measure visits and journey-planning activity without sending contact details, form contents or chat messages to analytics. With permission, we store Google ad click identifiers for up to 90 days and attach them to requests. We share those identifiers, request references and request or booking-confirmation times with Google Ads to measure enquiries, booking requests and confirmed bookings. You can withdraw permission in Analytics preferences.

Chat messages are processed to answer your questions. Avoid sharing sensitive personal information. Coupons are checked using your email and chosen themes.

YOUR PRIVATE ESCAPE

Your private journey

No payment now. Your reservation is confirmed after you and our team agree availability, the itinerary and your personal quote.