Forts, Temples & TigersIndia, South Asia

This is a superb tour visiting many highlights of this fascinating and colourful country.

Start in bustling Delhi, where you will visit all the major highlights of both Old and New Delhi. Then on to the 'Pink City' of Jaipur where you will lunch at the famous Samode Palace.

Two national parks are featured in this tour. Ranthambore where you will enjoy game drives, on the look out for the magnificent tiger as well as other wildlife, and Bandhavgarh, famed for its birds.

In Agra you will have plenty of time to visit the romantic Taj Mahal. In Khajuraho you will visit the famous temples. Whilst in Mumbai take a walk in the famous Fort Heritage District.

Various modes of transport are experienced on this tour including two train rides and a rickshaw ride.

INCLUDES

Flights and taxes

All transfers, sightseeing and excursions

Services of knowledgeable English-speaking guide

Delhi: Sightseeing of Old and New Delhi

Agra: Visit the majestic Taj Mahal and Agra Fort

Jaipur: Visit Amber Fort, City Palace

Game drives in Ranthambore, Bandhavrgarh and Kanha

National Parks

Visit to Bharathpur National Park

Train and rickshaw ride

Bed and Breakfast throughout

ITINERARY

Day 1 Delhi: Met on arrival at New Delhi Airport and transferred to your hotel.

Overnight: Vivanta by Taj Dwarka or similar

Day 2 Delhi: Today you can enjoy some wonderful sightseeing in Old and New Delhi. Visit Chandni Chowk and take a rickshaw ride. Then the UNESCO listed Humayun's Tomb, plus a visit to Dhobighat - the big open-air laundry. Drive past the Presidential Estate and other government buildings and take a photo stop at India Gate. Visit Agrasen Ki Baoli step well and Bangla Sahib Gurudwara Sikh Temple.

Overnight: Vivanta by Taj Dwarka or similar

Meals : Breakfast

Day 3 Jaipur: Drive to Jaipur (275 km, approximately 6 hours) and en route stop at the magnificent Samode Palace, where you will enjoy lunch, followed by a village walk. Known as the 'Pink City', Jaipur is the capital of the colourful state of Rajasthan. It has the distinction of being a well-planned and laid out city. As you drive through the old part of town, you will witness a lifestyle most unlike others. See how the city blooms during the day in a kaleidoscope of colour and sound.

Overnight: Hilton Jaipur or similar

Meals : Breakfast and Lunch

Day 4 Jaipur: Ascend the hill to visit Amber Fort, a marvellous example of Rajput architecture. Visit a local school where you can interact with the children and have the option of doing charity work. Continue your sightseeing tour of Jaipur visiting the highlights such as the City Palace, a complex of exquisite palaces, gardens and courtyards, decorative art and carved doorways. The palace museum houses collections of rare manuscripts, armoury, costumes, carpets and miniature paintings. You will also have the opportunity to wander about the local markets. Visit Laxmi Narayan temple and witness the Arti ceremony.

Overnight: Hilton Jaipur or similar

Meals : Breakfast

Day 5 Ranthambore: Drive to Ranthambore (140 km, approximately 3.5 hours) with a stop at Castle Kanota en route. This is the place where the 'Best Exotic Marigold Hotel' movie was filmed. Continue drive to Ranthambore.

Overnight: Ranthambore Kothi or similar

Meals : Breakfast

Day 6 Ranthambore: Morning and Evening game drives in Ranthambore National Park, one of the finest tiger reserves in India.

Overnight: Ranthambore Kothi or similar

Meals : Breakfast

Day 7 Bharatpur - Agra: Board the train for Bharatpur. Visit Bharatpur National Park by rickshaw. Explore the various species of birds. Drive to Agra (60 km, approximately 3.5 hours). In the late afternoon visit Mehtab Bagh to enjoy a glimpse of the Taj Mahal from across the Yamuna River.

Overnight: Courtyard by Marriott or similar

Meals : Breakfast

Day 8 Agra: Visit the Taj Mahal at sunrise. Later, visit Agra Fort. Afternoon is at leisure to enjoy as you please.

Overnight: Courtyard by Marriott or similar

Meals : Breakfast

Day 9 Jhansi - Khajuraho: Board the train for Jhansi. On arrival at Jhansi railway station, you will be met by our representative. Transfer by road to Khajuraho (170 km, approximately 3.5 hours). In the afternoon visit the eastern and western group of temples.

Overnight: The Radisson or similar

Meals : Breakfast

Day 10 Bandhavgarh: Drive to Bandhavgarh (260 km, approximately 5.5 hours). Check in at your hotel. Relax and enjoy some leisure time.

Overnight: Kings Lodge or similar

Meals : Breakfast

Day 11 Bandhavgarh: Enjoy morning and evening game drives in Bandhavgarh National Park.

Overnight: Kings Lodge or similar

Meals : Breakfast

Day 12 Kanha: Drive to Kanha (220 km, approximately 5 hours). Afternoon at leisure.

Overnight: Chitvan Jungle Lodge or similar

Meals : Breakfast

Day 13 Kanha: Morning and evening game drives in Kanha National Park.

Overnight: Chitvan Jungle Lodge or similar

Meals : Breakfast

Day 14 Nagpur- Mumbai: Transfer to Nagpur Airport (250 km, approximately 5.5 hours) to board your flight to Mumbai. On arrival at Mumbai, you will be met and assisted at the airport. Transfer to your hotel for overnight.

Overnight: Trident Nariman Point or similar

Meals : Breakfast

Day 15 Mumbai: In the morning take a walk in the famous Fort Heritage District, get an insight into the complex lunch box delivery systems of the famous dabbawallas. Visit the Prince of Wales Museum and Mani Bhawan. Afterwards, see the Dhobi Ghat - the big open-air laundry system. Visit the Gateway of India and Chowpatty Beach.

Overnight: Trident Nariman Point or similar

Meals : Breakfast

Day 16 Depart: Transfer to the airport for your onward arrangements.

Meals : Breakfast

PLEASE NOTE: The Red Fort is closed on Mondays and the Taj Mahal is closed on Fridays.

Forts, Temples & Tigers is located in India, South Asia. Accommodation rating is the operators own rating and may not be the official rating. Hotel details correct at 16/05/2019