In March 2026, Vivek and Monica hosted their very first curated journey to India.
What began as a deeply personal dream quickly became something much bigger.
Over 12 unforgettable days, a small group of guests travelled through Delhi, Jaipur, Agra, and Varanasi — sharing meals with locals, wandering spice markets, watching sunrise over the Taj Mahal, cruising the Ganges at dawn, laughing through chaotic laneways, and discovering an India many had never imagined.
And somewhere along the way, something shifted.
Guests stopped feeling like tourists.
They started feeling connected.
Connected to the people.
Connected to the stories.
Connected to a version of India that can’t be experienced from a checklist itinerary.
Since returning home, Vivek and Monica have been overwhelmed by the number of friends, colleagues, past guests, and acquaintances asking:
“When are you doing it again?”
So… we are.
In March 2027, we’ll once again host an intimate small-group journey through India — thoughtfully designed around culture, cuisine, storytelling, and meaningful experiences.
But this isn’t about rushing from monument to monument.
It’s about experiencing India through the eyes of someone who grew up there.
For Vivek, this journey is deeply personal.
It’s about returning to the streets, flavours, rituals, and memories that shaped his life — and inviting others into that experience in a way that feels warm, immersive, and authentic.
Guests won’t just visit iconic landmarks like the Taj Mahal or the ghats of Varanasi.
They’ll also:
• Visit local farms and schools
• Explore artisan workshops
• Eat in places most travellers would never find
• Stay in legendary Taj Hotels
• Experience India’s contrasts — ancient and modern, chaotic and peaceful, deeply spiritual and rapidly evolving
One of the most fascinating parts of the 2026 journey was witnessing how dramatically India has transformed.
Modern metro systems. Expanding infrastructure. Incredible hospitality. Global sophistication woven into ancient traditions.
And yet somehow, beneath all that evolution, the heart of India remains beautifully intact.
That contrast became one of the defining themes of the trip.
The 2027 itinerary has been thoughtfully refined from the inaugural journey — adding more balance, slower moments, and even deeper cultural experiences, including:
• A heritage palace stay in Bharatpur
• Expanded local interaction experiences
• A more immersive Delhi experience
• Additional storytelling and culinary moments throughout the journey
Like the first edition, the 2027 experience will remain intentionally small to preserve the intimacy and flexibility that made the inaugural trip so memorable.
Because this journey isn’t about moving large groups through India.
It’s about creating moments that feel impossible to replicate on your own.
Moments of awe.
Connection.
Surprise.
Reflection.
The kind of travel memories that linger long after the suitcase is unpacked.
If India has ever been on your list — or if you’ve been waiting for the right way to experience it — this may be it.
India Through Vivek’s Eyes
March 11–22, 2027
To learn more or reserve your place:
stay@lljresort.com