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Tigers & Taj Mahal

$1500

per person

Cross paths with some of India’s most majestic creatures and experience India’s deep cultural heritage as you embark on this perfectly paced tour to see the most popular travel destinations in India.

Witness firsthand the culture of Indian, Mughal empires and the British Raj with heritage journeys through Hindu and Islamic temples, ancient forts, grand palaces and the most magnificent Taj Mahal – a grand monument which took over 22 years to complete.

Enjoy some of India’s most scenic wildlife adventures and spot a rich diversity of the Bengal tigers, sambar, chital, nilgai, wild boar, leopard, sloth bear and an abundance of birdlife in their natural habitat.

8 Days, 7 Nights: Delhi, Agra, Ranthambore, Jaipur
Special Group Tour: April 18, 2020  $1,500 per person
Daily Departure Customizable Private Tour

WHY YOU’LL LOVE THIS TOUR

  • ‣ 6 UNESCO World Heritage Sites: from Agra Fort, Jaipur City, Jantar Mantar, Humayun’s Tomb, Qutab Minar to the unforgettable Taj Mahal
  • ‣ For the best views, each wildlife safari jeep will have up to two clients.
  • ‣ Go deeper into the culture and share one of the 25,000 daily meals at a Sikh temple

HIGHLIGHTS

The empress's tomb, Taj Mahal

Impressive Architecture from a Majestic Past

Famous for its many historical monuments and the architectural skills involved, each historical monument possesses great history with its own unique identity. The many past rulers have left behind numerous amazing forts, beautiful palaces, and fine architecture. Numerous royal palaces and ancient forts are UNESCO’s World Heritage sites.

Wildlife Adventures

Embark on a very rich and diverse wildlife safari that has always drawn the attention of nature lovers from around the globe. Be amused from the varied species of animals, birds to marsh crocodile in this tropical  dry deciduous forest. As the best wildlife reserve in India, Ranthambore has more than 85 Bengal tigers that offers a good chance of spotting them during a safari. Get your cameras ready!

WILDLIFE SAFARI Discover the overwhelming beauty and magnificence of the Bengal tiger.
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Delicious Food

Alongside being famous for its attractions, North India is also very famous for its collection of snacks and finger foods. Food on the streets or in restaurants are both very tasty and delicious. As you travel into various cities, you’ll get to sample the unique flavors behind each culture.

Your Journey

Tour Plan

Hotels
Dates & Prices

8 Days 7 Nights
Culture & Heritage
India
Leisure Tour
Wildlife
    1

    Meet Up at Delhi (DEL)

    Welcome to India! Upon arriving in Delhi, you'll be met at the airport and transferred to your hotel. The remainder of the day is free.
    2

    Delhi | Old and New Capital City

    Delhi is the capital of modern India. It has also been the capital of at least seven previous civilizations as well as the British Raj, and each have left behind a trail of monuments.
    Explore the beautiful chaos of both Old Delhi and New Delhi, including Jama Masjid - India’s oldest and largest mosque. Experience a busy & bustling local bazaar on a cycle rickshaw through Chandni Chowk and visit Khari Baoli (Spice Market). Next is Humayun’s Tomb of the Mughal Emperor. Photo op at Rashtrapati Bhavan (President’s Residence) and India Gate. Visit the most prominent Sikh temple, Bangla Saheb Gurudwara, and share one of the 25,000 daily meals served in the temple.
    Breakfast the most important meal of the day. We select fabulous hotels with both local authentic and western breakfast so you are well prepared to enjoy your travel tours.Breakfast    Have fun on one of our travel tours with everything include lunches that are prepared and convenient for you. We take the stress away from our guests and allow your more time to really enjoy themselves.  Lunch

    JAMA MASJID
    Largest mosques in India built between 1644 and 1656 at a cost of 1 million rupees.

    HUMAYUN'S TOMB
    This tomb has the significance of being the first garden-tomb on the Indian subcontinent. 

    SPICE MARKET
    Inhale the aromatic atmosphere in the labyrinthine spice market.

    3

    Delhi – Agra | Leaning Tower, Moonlight Garden

    After breakfast, visit Qutab Minar - the world’s tallest brick tower and then a photo op at Lotus Temple.
    Drive to Agra, the erstwhile capital of the Mughal Empire. We will watch a breathtaking, fully symmetrical sunset view of the Taj Mahal from across the river at Mehtab Bagh (Moonlight Garden).
    Breakfast the most important meal of the day. We select fabulous hotels with both local authentic and western breakfast so you are well prepared to enjoy your travel tours.Breakfast

    QUTAB MINAR 
    Built to celebrate Muslim dominance. See the world’s tallest brick tower with its 'natural' tilt.

    SUNSET AT TAJ MAHAL
    A magical experience! The colors of the buildings change with distance and sun.

    4

    Agra | The Legendary Taj Mahal

    Early morning sunrise visit of the legendary Taj Mahal. Built by Emperor Shah Jahan in loving memory of his beloved wife Mumtaz, who tragically died in childbirth in 1631. Then breakfast.
    Visit Agra Fort (Red Fort), a 16th-century Mughal fortress which also contains the imperial city of the Mughal rulers. It offers splendid views across the river towards the Taj Mahal. Let’s size up the Itimad-ud-Daulah tomb, the "Baby Tāj”, a Mughal era mausoleum.
    Breakfast the most important meal of the day. We select fabulous hotels with both local authentic and western breakfast so you are well prepared to enjoy your travel tours.Breakfast

    TAJ MAHAL
    Catch a once-in-a-lifetime glimpse of the most beautiful building in the world.

    AGRA FORT
    A representative of the Mughal architectural tradition. 

    ITMAD-UD-DAULA TOMB
    Described as a "jewel box", and regarded as the inspiration for the Tāj Mahal.

    5

    Agra - Ranthambore | Afternoon Safari

    Enjoy your breakfast and then drive to Ranthambhore.
    Arrive at the park for our first tiger safari this afternoon. The Ranthambhore Park sprawls over an estimated 400 sq. km (150 sq. miles). Steep crags embrace a network of lakes and rivers, and on top of one of these hills is the impressive Ranthambhore Fort, built in the 8th century. The national park is peppered with the battlements and spillovers of the Ranthambhore Fort - tigers are said to frequent these ruins! The tigers can be spotted quite often, even during the day. With the strict measures that have been taken for their conservation, the tigers seem quite accustomed to human activity and take the visitors in stride. For its relatively small area, the park has a rich diversity of fauna and flora.
    Breakfast the most important meal of the day. We select fabulous hotels with both local authentic and western breakfast so you are well prepared to enjoy your travel tours.Breakfast    Have fun on one of our travel tours with everything include lunches that are prepared and convenient for you. We take the stress away from our guests and allow your more time to really enjoy themselves.  Lunch    Enjoy local authentic cuisine during your dinner at one of our travel tours. Develop new friendships with other members along the way.  Dinner

    WILDLIFE SAFARI
    Discover the overwhelming beauty and magnificence of the Bengal tiger.

    SPOTTED DEER IN NATURAL HABITAT
    Wildlife sanctuary where animals like Boar, Spotted Deer, Gaur, and Nilgai roam freely.

    RANTHAMBHORE FORT & RED LAKE
    Constructed in the 12th and 13th centuries from red Karauli stone.

    6

    Ranthambore | Morning Safari

    Enjoy a morning wildlife safari in the park before departure to Jaipur this afternoon.
    Breakfast the most important meal of the day. We select fabulous hotels with both local authentic and western breakfast so you are well prepared to enjoy your travel tours.Breakfast     Have fun on one of our travel tours with everything include lunches that are prepared and convenient for you. We take the stress away from our guests and allow your more time to really enjoy themselves.  Lunch

    THE OLD CITY OF JAIPUR
    Founded in 1727, it's famously known as “Pink City” for its trademark building color. 

    7

    Jaipur | The Pink City of Jaipur

    Visit the stunning 16th century Amber Fort - a sprawling Rajput construction, perched on a hillside overlooking the dusty plains, regal palaces, sleepy villages, and stone carved temples below.  Reaching its summit on a jeep (or request an elephant ride during reservation), we enjoy a tour of the fort's well-preserved interior grounds including Sheesh Mahal (Palace of Mirrors) with its interior embellished with reflective glass tiles.
    Visit City Palace, an imposing blend of traditional Rajput and Mughal architecture. It is a vast palace complex occupying nearly one-seventh of the Pink City with a series of temples, pavilions, gardens and palaces. Jantar Mantar, an ancient open-air astronomical observatory and UNESCO world heritage site.
    Enjoy the sight of Jal Mahal (Water Palace), a palace located in the middle of the Man Sagar Lake. See Hawa Mahal (Palace of the Winds), it’s high screen wall allowed the women of the royal household to observe street life without being seen.
    If we have time, marvel at a 16th century step well near Kheri Gate. The step well serves as the community well, gathering place and swimming hole.
    Breakfast the most important meal of the day. We select fabulous hotels with both local authentic and western breakfast so you are well prepared to enjoy your travel tours.Breakfast
     

    ROYAL PALACES OF THE PAST
    Glimpse into the past to see the fine architecture that past royals resided in.

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    AMBER FORT
    The historic 16-century site that overlooks the picturesque Maota Lake in Jaipur.

    HAWA MAHAL (WIND PALACE) 
    Lattice windows for royal ladies to observe street life without being seen.

     
    8

    Jaipur – Delhi (DEL)

    After breakfast the tour ends. Hotel check-out and transfer to Delhi airport (DEL).  Please provide details of your flight home so we can schedule your airport transfer.
    Breakfast the most important meal of the day. We select fabulous hotels with both local authentic and western breakfast so you are well prepared to enjoy your travel tours.Breakfast
     
    Overview
    Hotels
    Dates & Prices

    Hotel Information

    DestinationComfort Class Premium Class Luxury Class 
    DelhiNot AvailableNot Available
    AgraNot AvailableNot Available
    RanthambhoreNot AvailableNot Available
    JaipurNot AvailableNot Available
    * Hotels mentioned are subject to availability at the time of reservation. 

    Accommodation Classification

    • COMFORT ⭐⭐⭐- 3-Star Hotels or Equivalent Accommodations
    • PREMIUM ⭐⭐⭐⭐- 4-Star Hotels or Equivalent Accommodations
    • LUXURY ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐- 5-Star Hotels or Equivalent Accommodations
    Overview
    Tour Plan
    Dates & Prices

    Dates & Pricing 

    SMALL GROUP TOUR

    YearDeparture DatePremium
    2020April 18, Saturday$1,500
     

    Small Group Tour Price Details

    • ‣ Prices are in USD and are inclusive of all applicable taxes but do not include airfare.
    • ‣ Prices are per person based on double occupancy. Special rate for single travelers is available on request - please inquire.
    • ‣ This tour operates with a minimum of 6 and maximum of 6 guests
    • ‣ Tour departure confirmation 70 days prior to departure
    • ‣ Recommend to book 6 months in advance to avoid disappointment.

    PRIVATE TOURS, Daily departures except for Tuesday.

    YearTour DatesPremium
    2020Feb 1 to May 31$1,695
    2021Feb 1 to May 31$1,695
     

    Price Details

    • ‣ Prices are in USD and are inclusive of all applicable taxes but do not include airfare.
    • ‣ Prices are per person based on double occupancy. Seasonal surcharges and blackout dates may apply during applicable major holidays. Special rates for single travelers or larger groups are available on request - please inquire.
    • ‣ Note that tour prices vary according to season. If your tour straddles two seasons then each portion will be priced according to that season.
    • ‣ Recommend to book 6 months in advance to avoid disappointment.

    Deposit

    • A deposit of $300 per person is required upon booking and full payment to be made 90 days prior to departure date.

    Flight Add-On

    • ‣ We work with all major airlines for the best routes and competitive pricing.
    • ‣ The nearest airport is DEL (Delhi International).
    • ‣ Contact us for more detail and pricing.

    Inclusions

    • ‣ Airport Transfers, Meet and Greet
    • ‣ Hotel Accommodations
    • ‣ Daily Breakfast and Selected Meals (See tour plan for details)
    • ‣ English-speaking Local Guide
    • ‣ Entrance Fees to Monuments & Attractions per Itinerary
    • ‣ Wildlife Game Drives

    Exclusions

    • ‣ Air Fare
    • ‣ Travel Insurance
    • ‣ Medical Expenses
    • ‣ Visa Fee
    • ‣ Gratuity
    • ‣ Personal Expenses
    Overview
    Tour Plan
    Hotels