Leela Ambience Convention Hotel, Delhi (nights 2-3)

Housed in two towers, this sophisticated hotel is ideally located for exploring Delhi. There is a polished restaurant serving local and international cuisine, a club, a café, and a cocktail bar. Guests also have access to an outdoor swimming pool, a fitness centre, and a spa. Each guestroom is tastefully decorated and features mini-bars, TVs, and free Wi-Fi.  

Oberoi Cecil, Shimla (nights 4-5)

Dating back to 1884, this colonial-era hotel has been an institution since the days of the Raj. Boasting exquisite views of the Shimla Valley, this property combines the elegance of its grand main dining room, bars, and lounges with the convenience of a modern luxury hotel. Guestrooms have a sumptuous feel and feature marble bathrooms, Burmese teak floors and period trinkets, along with mini-bars, TVs, and free Wi-Fi. A former ballroom is where meals are served, and guests can make use of the atrium lounge bar, spa, gym, and heated indoor swimming pool. 

Trident Hotel, Jaipur (nights 6-7)

Located across the road from Man Sagar Lake, this magnificent hotel, with traditional architecture, looks out over the surrounding Aravalli Range. An outdoor swimming pool is ringed by beautiful gardens, and there is an international restaurant with a lakefront terrace, a spa, and a fitness centre. Refined guestrooms have tea/coffee-making facilities, hairdryers, TVs, safes, mini-bars, and free Wi-Fi.  

Ranthambhore Kothi, Ranthambore (nights 8-9)

A jungle resort inspired by a British bungalow and surrounded by lush green forests and a natural water lake. The outdoor swimming pool is at the heart of the lodge, and there is a library, a spa, a pool bar, and a dining area with seating in the garden. Guestrooms feature natural woods and elegant décor. Amenities include mini-bars, tea/coffee-making facilities, safes, and outdoor showers.   

Trident Hotel, Agra (nights 10-11)

Situated close to the Taj Mahal, this elegant hotel is laid out around an outdoor swimming pool and a beautifully landscaped garden. There is a stylish bar and two restaurants, including an Italian eatery, a spa and a 24-hour fitness centre. Each guestroom, with views of the garden or swimming pool, has air conditioning, a TV, a mini-bar, tea/coffee-making facilities and free Wi-Fi.   

The Fern, Kochi (nights 12-13)

A tasteful hotel on Willingdon Island with manicured gardens and positioned within walking distance of the harbour. Guests can enjoy a seafood grill, a cocktail bar, a buffet-style restaurant, and a café with a terrace. There is also an outdoor swimming pool, complemented by a sundeck, a spa, and a fitness centre. Simple guestrooms have views of the garden or swimming pool, TVs, tea/coffee-making facilities, safes, hairdryers, and free Wi-Fi.  

Poetree Thekkady, Thekkady (nights 14-15)

With views of Periyar Lake and the Western Ghats, this tranquil resort is set on a forested hill. At the centre of the property is an outdoor infinity pool, enclosed by tropical gardens, and there is a spa, a wellness centre offering yoga classes, a restaurant, a rooftop eatery, as well as a poolside bar. Guestrooms decorated in neutral tones, come with private decks to enjoy the views of the surrounding valley and lake, as well as air conditioning, mini-bars, tea/coffee-making facilities, TVs, safes, and free Wi-Fi.  

Kerala Houseboat, Kerala (night 16)

A traditional houseboat (kettuvallam) built across one deck and featuring two/three air-conditioned comfortable guestrooms with private facilities, a compact kitchen on the rear, and a dining room at the front. An open deck at the front also allows guests to recline in comfortable chairs while cruising through the backwaters. An on-board chef will present an introductory cookery demonstration and prepare meals during the stay. Cruising will take place during daylight hours and the vessel will be moored at night. 

Abad Turtle Beach Resort, Marari Beach (nights 17-18)

This beachfront resort is encircled by tropical gardens and serves as a sublime coastal escape. Guests have direct access to the private sandy stretch of Marari Beach, an Ayurvedic wellness centre, and an outdoor infinity swimming pool. A thatched restaurant serves local and international cuisines. Activities include fishing, cycling, tours of the vegetable garden, and indoor and outdoor games. Relaxed, air-conditioned guestrooms are set in garden cottages, with either terraces or balconies, TVs, tea/coffee-making facilities, and Wi-Fi. Note alcohol cannot be purchased at hotels in Kerala; arrangements can be made to purchase it outside the hotel. 

Trident Nariman Point, Mumbai (night 19)

Housed in a high-rise building, and overlooking the Arabian Sea, this stylish hotel is across the street from Back Bay. There are Mediterranean and Pan-Asian restaurants, a trendy cocktail bar, an outdoor swimming pool, and a spa. Modern guestrooms have views of Marine Drive and include free Wi-Fi, tea/coffee-making facilities, hairdryers, TVs, and safes.  

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