Taj Tigers and Temples
- 2675 USD
- 14 days/13 nights
- Delhi
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- Kanha
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- Bandhavgarh
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- Khajuraho
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- Agra
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- Jaipur
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- Delhi
Taj Tigers and Temples: A Journey Through Culture, Wildlife, and Wonder
This immersive tour brings together India’s most iconic experiences—ancient temples, royal palaces, bustling bazaars, and thrilling wildlife safaris. Start in Delhi, where centuries-old Mughal architecture meets the energy of modern India. Wander through the narrow lanes of Old Delhi, soak in the colonial charm of New Delhi, and witness the contrast that defines this vibrant capital.
From here, fly into the heart of India’s wilderness. Track the elusive Bengal tiger in the dense sal forests of Central India—one of the best places in the world to see this majestic predator in its natural habitat. Then travel to Khajuraho, home to a spectacular group of medieval Hindu and Jain temples famed for their intricate carvings and striking architecture.
Continue your journey to Agra for a sunrise or sunset view of the Taj Mahal. This white marble mausoleum is not just a global icon but a deeply moving tribute to love and craftsmanship. Finally, head to Jaipur, the flamboyant capital of Rajasthan. Explore hilltop forts, ornate palaces, colorful markets, and the everyday rhythm of Rajasthani life—a perfect conclusion to a journey rich in history, culture, and wildlife.
Itinerary at a glance
| Day | City | Itinerary | Hotels | Meals Included |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Delhi | Delhi Arrival | ITC Dwarka | N/A |
| 1 | Delhi | Explore Delhi | ITC Dwarka | B |
| 2 | Kanha | Early morning flight to Jabalpur | Drive to Kanha | Evening at Leisure | Kanha Jungle Lodge | B,L,D |
| 3 | Kanha | Morning & Evening Safari | Kanha Jungle Lodge | B,L,D |
| 4 | Bandhavgarh | Drive to B’garh | Evening at Leisure | Aranyak Resort | B,L,D |
| 5 | Bandhavgarh | Morning & Evening Safari | Aranyak Resort | B,L,D |
| 6 | Bandhavgarh | Morning & Evening Safari | Aranyak Resort | B,L,D |
| 7 | Panna | Drive to Panna | Evening at Leisure | Ken River Lodge | B,L,D |
| 8 | Panna | Morning Safari | Optional Evening Safari or Boat Ride | Ken River Lodge | B,L,D |
| 9 | Agra | Visit Khajuraho Temple | Train to Agra | Overnight in Agra | Trident (5*) Royal Sarovar (4*) | B |
| 10 | Agra | Explore Agra | Trident (5*) Royal Sarovar (4*) | B |
| 11 | Jaipur | Drive to Jaipur | Evening at Leisure | Trident (5*) Golden Tulip (4*) | B |
| 12 | Jaipur | Explore Jaipur | Trident (5*) Golden Tulip (4*) | B |
| 14 | Departure | Drive to Delhi | Departure at the Delhi Airport | N/A | B, |
Price
- Deluxe package (4*) – 2675 USD price per person.
- Luxury package (5*) – 2945 USD price per person.
- Flight supplement for Delhi- Bandhavgarh is 135 USD per person (rates depend on the time of booking)
- Prices are in USD, Per Person, based on double occupancy.
- Prices mentioned are for a Private Tour.
- Private Jeep Safari in Kanha and Bandhavgarh and Panna.
PACKAGE INCLUSIONS
- 13 nights’ accommodation with breakfast on twin sharing basis.
- All transfer and sightseeing by air-conditioned vehicle.
- Services of Local English-speaking Tour Guides in Khajuraho and Agra.
- Rickshaw ride in Delhi.
- Full board in Kanha, Bandhavgarh, and Panna resorts.
- 03 Private Safaris in jeep at Kanha National Park.
- 04 Private Safaris in jeep at Bandhavgarh National Park.
- 01 Private Safari in jeep in Panna National Park.
- Train from Khajuraho to Agra in an air-conditioned coach.
- Entrances to monuments.
- Unlimited packaged drinking water in the car.
- Government Service Tax.
PACKAGE EXCLUSIONS
- Personal extras, such as drinks, laundry, telephone, etc
- Visa fees, Airport taxes, Camera/Video fees
- Medical or evacuation expenses in any emergency.
- Expenses caused by factors beyond our control like roadblocks, political disturbances etc
- Optional excursions and anything not mentioned in the ‘Inclusions’ section.
- Tips for tour directors.
- Any expenditure of personal nature such as drinks, telephone charges, laundry etc.
- Any other services not mentioned.
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Itinerary in Details
Day 1: Arrival in Delhi
- Arrival at the Indira Gandhi International Airport in Delhi. Our representative will greet you and assist you to the coach.
- Transfer to your hotel. Check in and overnight in Delhi.
Day 2: Explore Delhi
- Today, after breakfast, visit the Jama Mosque, India’s largest mosque, and drive through the famed Red Fort.
- Explore the bustling market of Chandni Chowk. You can either take a Rickshaw Ride or walk through the narrow lanes of Old Delhi.
- The next stop is the famous Spice market – it is well known that India is famous for spices. A small walk in the largest spice bazaar of Asia- this place is not only a wholesale market for spices but is also a very popular tourist destination. To watch how spices of different colours, aroma and flavours are loaded by rusty hands, carried and unloaded – is a magical marvel in itself.
- Visit Raj Ghat (Mahatma Gandhi memorial) and Drive pass India Gate and Govt Buildings (President’s house and Secretariat Houses).
- After lunch, explore the majesty and the beauty of Qutub Minar, the tallest stone tower established by the first Islamic monarchs of the country.
Day 3: Delhi- Jabalpur (Flight). Drive to Kanha National Park (175 kms/ 3.5 hrs)
- In the morning, a pick-up will collect you from the hotel. On arrival, drive into the jungles of Kanha National Park. You will be transferred to your Resort overlooking the lush forests.
- Evening at leisure followed by early dinner, where you can savor some of your first tastes of authentic Indian cuisine.
Day 4: Kanha National Park
- Wake up call and Hi-Tea before leaving for early morning game drive for Tiger Safari.
- Start your first wildlife safari in India’s most famous forest setting of classic Jungle Book by Rudyard Kipling, passing through the sal and bamboo forests and grassy meadows.
- Packed breakfast, served in forest during break.
- After 4.5 hrs of game drive, spend rest of your day relaxing in the comfort of the resort.
- In afternoon, after lunch another jungle safari continues into the Kanha National Park for wildlife viewing.
- Afternoon safari last for 3 hrs approx.
- Hi-Tea after returning from afternoon safari followed by dinner.
Day 5: Kanha National Park - Bandhavgarh National Park (218 kms/ 4.5 hrs)
- Another early morning safari in Kanha National Park. We will first focus on search for the elusive Bengal tiger. You may also encounter chital, blackbucks, guard, leopards, hyenas, sloth bears, barasingha and a host of exotic bird species.
- After lunch, drive to Bandhavgarh National Park, passing through authentic rural India dotted with numerous villages and forests.
- On arrival in your resort, enjoy Hi-Tea followed by the dinner.
Day 6 & 7: Bandhavgarh | Morning and Evening Safari
- Proceed for morning safari. Renowned for its tiger reserve, Bandhavgarh National Park is nestled among the tropical forests, woodlands, rocky hills and flat grasslands of the Vindhya and Satpura ranges.
- We will first focus on search for the elusive Bengal tiger. The park also harbours dense populations of gaurs, leopards, wild boars, Indian gazelles, common langurs, rhesus monkeys and sloth bears.
- Packed breakfast, served in forest during break.
- After 4.5 hrs of game drive, spend rest of your day relaxing in the comfort of the resort.
- In afternoon, after lunch another jungle safari continues into the Bandhavgarh National Park for wildlife viewing.
- Afternoon safari last for 3 hrs approx.
- Hi-Tea after returning from afternoon safari followed by dinner.
Day 8: Bandhavgarh –Panna/ Khajuraho(204 kms/ 5 hrs)
- After breakfast and check-out, drive to Khajuraho.
- On arrival, check in at the Hotel.
- Evening at leisure. Overnight in Hotel.
Day 9: Morning safari in Panna National Park.
- Start a tour with a morning safari at Panna Tiger Reserve. It’s a land of extensive plateaus and gorges, mesmerizing waterfalls, archaeological splendours, legends, and cultural richness. The Ken River lends it unparalleled beauty even in a dry deciduous forest.
- This landscape provides a great opportunity to see tigers and leopards. The river ecosystem offers a great bird-watching opportunity, especially in the winter months, with innumerable migratory birds.
- Afternoon at leisure.
- Optional Evening jeep safari or boat safari on extra payment basis.
Day 10: Panna National Park- Khajuraho - Agra (train)
- Today, after breakfast drive Khajuraho.
- Visit Khajuraho, a UNESCO World Heritage site, which consist of a group of artistic temples. The sculptures of Hindu deities, dancers and musicians appear to be so natural as if they would come alive any time.
- Later, board a train to Agra.
- On arrival in Agra, transferred to your hotel.
- Overnight at Agra.
Day 11: Explore Agra
Sunrise visit to Taj Mahal. Our guide will give you all the key information and take you to all the best sites for photography to make sure your experience of visiting the Taj Mahal is as fulfilling as possible.
Return to Hotel for breakfast. Later visit the Agra Fort– one of the grandest forts in India. Spot beautiful demonstrations of Marble inlay work dispersed all around the city. Relish the ancient artistry of local artists of Agra.
In the evening, visit the Tomb of Itmad-ud-daula, known as Baby Taj. Later visit Mehtab bagh (Taj Mahal sunset point), the famous garden overseeing the Taj Mahal located on the banks of the Yamuna River.
Overnight in Hotel.
* Taj Mahal is closed on Friday
Day 12: Drive to Jaipur
- After breakfast, drive to Jaipur. Jaipur often referred as Pink City, is worldwide famous for its royal vibe, magnificent architecture, forts and palaces, vibrant and colorful Rajasthani culture and traditions.
- Check-in at Hotel
- Optional Jhalana Leopard Safari. (on extra payment basis)
- Overnight at Jaipur
Day 13: Explore Jaipur
- Start your day with Amber fort and visit beautiful stepwell called Panna Meena.
- Photo stop at Jal Mahal (Water Palace) and Hawa Mahal (Wind palace)
- Post lunch enjoy visiting City Palace, the official residence of current royal family of Rajasthan and observatory (Jantar Mantar).
- Overnight in Jaipur.
Day 14: Departure at Delhi
- After breakfast checkout from Hotel.
- Visit Patrika Gate known for its vibrant paintings, and detailed frescoes of rich Rajasthani culture and heritage.
- Drive to Delhi.
- On arrival departure at the International Airport
Our Jungle Safari Vehicle
Safari vehicles play a pivotal role in capturing great photographs during jungle safaris. In India, the Maruti Gypsy 4×4 is commonly used for this purpose. These vehicles are designed with three rows of seats, accommodating up to eight passengers. Their open structure and elevated seating arrangement offer excellent visibility, enabling photographers to get clear, unobstructed shots of wildlife and landscapes. The 4×4 capability ensures that the vehicles can navigate through diverse and challenging terrains, bringing photographers closer to nature’s wonders. The front row is reserved for the park driver and park guide or naturalist. The center and back seats are occupied by guests or photographers.
We provide seating just two passengers per row for best comfort and convenience. This layout gives your gadgets more room and freedom to move about, so improving your photography experience. This arrangement guarantees enough room and flexibility for capturing the ideal view of the surroundings’ wildlife and landscape.
These pictures help you to get an impression of your safari vehicles:
FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions
Below we have addressed many of the questions and concerns you may have.
A Tour is a big investment. It is important that you match your expectations. Our tours, for now, are confined to Asia only. India has more than a hundred national parks, covering over 15,600 square miles of protected land. Many of the country’s wildlife sanctuaries once were hunting reserves of the maharajas, and more than 50 have been designated as tiger reserves. This wildlife tour is designed to focus on the wildlife but you will also experience some of India’s cultural marvels.
This tour is a wildlife tour with a touch of culture and photography. So nature and wildlife lovers want to see the iconic Royal Bengal tiger—India’s national animal—the top attraction for safari-goers, as well as India’s unique wildlife and varied exotic fauna. Visiting three of India’s top wildlife national parks with a high-density tiger population will increase your chances of photographing the royal majestic tiger.
This price is all-inclusive. You don’t have to pay for anything, except for personal expenses like shopping, laundry, and tips for porters, waiters, drivers, tour guides, etc.
You need to arrive in India on Day 1. Anytime after 14:00 hrs, you can check in at the hotel. Usually,rooms are available after 14:00 hrs. Sometimes it can be very confusing flying in and out of India because many of the flights arrived and depart around midnight. So please check the dates very carefully and make sure your dates are correct. Drop us a message before confirming your flight.
Yes, you can arrive 1 or 2 days prior. We can take care of all the extra accommodation on payment basis. Also you can add a pre or post extension to this tour. You can visit Delhi, Jaipur and other cities of Rajasthan. You can add a week to relax in Kerala as well.
Yes I do (Harsh) because I am a passionate photographer and it is second nature for me to instinctively have my camera in hand, but my first priority is to be available to you as a resource. The areas we are visiting are already well scouted by us. We have spent quality time doing our research. That’s why I don’t need a camera for my personal work. My camera is usually the last up and the first down. When I am looking through my camera, I will be seeing things as a professional photographer. The purpose will be just to check that we are at the right position or need to re-position the vehicle or background is not distracting.
The best time to visit India for a tiger safari tour is from October to March. It gets really cold in the early morning in the months of November – March, so extra layers are advisable. April to June is the summer season. The probability of rain is almost negligible to very low rain with 7-8 hours of sunshine each day.
During our wildlife tour, our resorts in general will be a combination of nature and comfort, including all amenities like air conditioning, Wi-Fi, room service, excellent food, laundry services, etc. Wi-Fi is usually slow in forest areas. In Delhi and Agra, expect luxury accommodation (4/5) stars.
We will take our meals in the resorts; the menus are designed to celebrate local ingredients and
vegetables and are a delight to your senses. Fresh, Simple, Locally grown, and Seasonal foods will be
served as per the taste buds of foreign (western) tourists. During safaris, packed breakfast will be
served. In Agra and Delhi, we will take our meals in well-appointed multi-cuisine restaurants. Our
coaches and safari vehicles will be well-stocked with water bottles and snacks. Contact us if you have
any dietary needs or restrictions.
For arrivals and departures, it will be an Air-conditioned private Car, or mini bus, depending on your arrivals and departures. We will get around in an air-conditioned tempo traveler with a professional driver. During our safaris, we will be using 4-wheel drive, private, Safari vehicles in the National Parks. The train will have chair cars in AC coach.
- The currency used in India is Indian Rupee. Though Exchange rates vary almost every day, this change is marginal.
- US$1.00 = INR 78-80.
- There will be plenty of options to exchange your money. The airport will be the 1st option but usually, their exchange rates are low with added charges. We always advise exchanging through authorized
money exchange. For any need feel free to contact your tour leaders.
Yes, most retail places will accept Visa & Master cards. Before you leave home, check with your credit card company on what additional charges they may add.
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Yes. In fact, proof of insurance that includes medical evacuation coverage is a requirement for
participation in this workshop. There are many travel insurance companies out there. The most
recommended one is – https://www.worldnomads.com/travel-insurance
It is safest and best to check with your personal physician. For COVID 19, for now, there are no such
guidelines, but it’s recommended if you can carry a certificate. We will regularly update about new
policies.
If you need high-speed internet then yes, you can buy sim cards from the airport. Don’t rely solely on
hotels. It’s advisable to get international roaming activated on your phones before you leave. So you
don’t have to buy a sim card.
Absolutely, India is completely safe for all travelers. The only thing which everyone should take care
of is there money and belongings.
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