It doesn’t take long into your journey with Khaver to realize that he is a master story teller. It’s a trait that, though on the surface you might feel he has naturally acquired, but nudge him and you will find beneath the veneer of a happy go lucky person, a seasoned travel professional who will turn your travel into a delightful journey.
As traveller, textile designer, art gallery owner, and more recently as tour designer and leader, Anna brings with her 35 years of experience as someone who loves India. Her wide-ranging interests provide a broad canvas upon which she creates unique journeys with a sense of adventure, aesthetics and spontaneity.
Dr. Siddiq Wahid has over three decades of experience as Founding Managing Director for A&K India and Senior Vice President – Sales & Marketing at The Oberoi Group of Hotels. Being a professor at Harvard University, he has also authored a book and published numerous articles, besides bringing story-telling to academic narratives.
Having associated with the travel industry for over 25 years, Venu is an agricultural expert. He became a part of the travel sector after realising this to be his higher calling, and has travelled extensively across India. His favourites are country’s west and east, that is Rajasthan and eight North-eastern states.
You won’t find him out of place anywhere in the world. Someone who can easily befriend a person, Anwar, a master of pedantic History as well as colourful stories will get you behind the era, making it come alive in its full glory. With him you can go anywhere and come back with a handful of memorable experiences and friends.
Radhika, a resident of Cochin is a subject matter expert in Cultural Anthropology. Her insatiable thirst for knowledge has led her to pursue varying subjects, in four of which she holds Masters Degree. In her free time, she loves gardening. A trained classical singer and a researcher, she is the mother of a lovely 10 year old girl.
A Commerce Graduate from Delhi University, Mandeep speaks German as if he were born and brought up in Germany. A restless soul, he has travelled extensively across Indian subcontinent and Europe. With knowledge and eloquence as his forte he has been a tour leader and a certified regional level guide since 2000.
Rakesh has been associated with responsible tourism for over 30 years. A student of History with Post Graduation in French Language, Literature and Civilisation, he specialises in Art, Architecture and Culture. He is now laboriously putting together his knowledge in a book describing different aspects of Indian Culture.
Yes, our itineraries are experiential but the way Ashish takes it up, explains it, and spices it up with anecdotes turns your journey into an entertaining spectacle. A travel enthusiast Ashish blends within him a combination of passion and professionalism making every moment of your tour of the country a memorable trip.
With her foundation a Master’s degree in clinical psychology, Saima is also a trained hypnotherapist, NLP expert, marriage counsellor and practitioner of past life regression therapy. Inspired by her loving husband, she started to travel and explore India and quickly realized how much it fulfilled her. Saima’s favorite part of India are the Himalayas, and she deeply enjoys sharing her knowledge of them with our guests.
A tourism graduate and a passionate traveller. Other than India he has devoted considerable time to Nepal, and he feels privileged to have immersed himself in this distinctive corner of the world. Irfan’s professional approach reflects a genuine enthusiasm to share his passion for travel. He will happily assist you in creating an enthralling non-googleable journey through Nepal’s lively tapestry, where each step echoes a story of fervour and discovery.
As traveller, textile designer, art gallery owner, and more recently as tour designer and leader, Anna brings with her 35 years of experience as someone who loves India. Her wide-ranging interests provide a broad canvas upon which she creates unique journeys with a sense of adventure, aesthetics and spontaneity.
Laxmikant, aka LK, is a modern-day treasure hunter who has uncovered the hidden gems of 25 out of the 36 states in India. With extensive knowledge, LK crafts personalized, non-googleable luxurious experiences, weaving together every detail to create unforgettable memories. His passion for exploration extends beyond India, leading him to discover the enchanting beauty of Sri Lanka and making him a connoisseur of the island’s allure.
A graduate from Amity University, Samiksha worked for several travel companies before moving into event planning. A critical member of the Secrets of India team, she has planned and executed a number of weddings and events for us. Her inherent love for fabric coupled with her unique style and creativity makes her a perfect wedding designer.
Started her career with the luxurious award-winning Oberoi group of hotels, where she excelled in providing exceptional guest experience and service. Fuelled by a passion for travel, she joined Secrets of India, where she mastered the art of curating non-googleable luxury experiences for discerning travelers. With her forward-thinking attitude and commitment to providing memorable experiences, she turns each guest’s journey into a memorable milestone.
An experienced adventurer with an unyielding desire for unexplored territories, she effortlessly integrates her passion for travel in crafting non-googleable experiences for each guest. While knowledgeable about India and Nepal, her heart belongs to the captivating Maldives, where she transforms each guest’s journey into a memorable milestone through his warmth and personalized involvement.
Coming from a humble background with deep connections to his village roots, Abdullah manages to do wonders in finance, and his passion for travel brought him to Secrets of India, where he is pivotal in managing the company’s finances.