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Visit India

  • Abundant wildlife

    India's central parks are home to a vast range of species - on any game drive you might see spotted and barking deer, sloth bears, Indian gazelle, numerous bird species and of course the majestic tiger. But India can boast a lot more than this - visitors to the Chambal Sanctuary might spot the rare Gangetic dolphin and the elusive Asiatic lion can be found at Sasan Gir.

    Abundant wildlife

  • Colours

    Whether it's the bright saris and traditional jewellery worn by Indian women, the colourful mounds of spices adorning market stalls, or the soft, pastel pink of a sunset over Agra, every way you turn in India you are confronted by vivid and beautiful colours.

    Colours

  • Delicious food

    As Brits we are famously fond of a curry, but anyone who has been to India will tell you that traditional Indian food is in many ways very different. The subtle and expertly blended herbs and spices create an incredibly tasty meal and the variation of flavours and ingredients between each region is remarkable.

    Delicious food

  • Diverse landscapes

    India has perhaps the greatest diversity of landscape of any country; from the mighty Himalaya range to arid lunar landscapes in Ladakh, forested foothills, tea and spice plantations, deserts, mangrove forests, vast plains, tropical backwaters and remote islands. You won't have to travel far to feel like you are in a completely different world.

    Diverse landscapes

  • Forts and palaces

    From the Mughal forts of Jodhpur and Gwalior to the palaces of Jaipur and Udaipur, there are majestic buildings in every major city. There are also numerous smaller forts and palaces which have been carefully restored, providing an excellent place to stay and experience regal Indian life as it once was.

    Forts and palaces

  • Religious buildings

    India is the meeting place of several different world religions. We can suggest the most important places to visit to enjoy the beauty of ancient Buddhist sculptures or marvel at Hindu temples adorned with the pantheon of colourful gods. Our guides will point out the intricacies of mosque design or explain the meaning of a ceremony in a Sikh gurdwara.

    Religious buildings

  • Train journeys

    Any trip to India should include at least one journey by train. Rail travellers will experience a glimpse of a bygone era, and an overnight journey offers the excitement of waking in your private car to a new and vibrant landscape beyond the window.

    Train journeys

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Accommodation in India: Siolim House

The location of Siolim House means that guests have a good insight into Goan village life, with access to several beaches just a short drive away. All meals are freshly cooked to order.

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Siolim House

Goa, Mumbai, Goa & Central India

This 300 year old Portuguese mansion is located not far from the river and Chapora's crumbling fort which itself has views over a marine harbour.

The renovation and conversion of the mansion into a small boutique hotel took three years. Each of the seven characterful guest rooms is large and airy with huge antique beds and en-suite shower room.

The standard rooms are air-conditioned. The two suites, which are located upstairs, are enormous and are fan-cooled only. As well as the small lawned garden there is also a pillared courtyard with a fountain, several lounge areas to relax in and a swimming pool.

Dining is for in-house guests only. The menu is limited but everything is freshly cooked and authentic Goan style. To alleviate the problem of plastic bottle disposal the property has taken the initiative to provide purified filtered drinking water.

Siolim village lies about 20 km from Panaji and 7 km from the beach and other hotels and restaurants, which is easily reached by taxi. 

The best beaches nearby are at Mandrem, Morjim, Arambol and Ashwem.

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