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| Duration | 12 days | 7 days |
| Price From | $ 4,234 | $ 1,599 |
| Price Per Day | $ 353 | $ 228 |
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| Trip Style | Private guided tour | Small group tour |
| Lodging Level | Standard | Standard |
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| Flights & Transport | Ground transport included | Airfare included |
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| Meals Included | N/A | 6 breakfasts. |
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A country by name, but a continent in scale, India in one word is diversity. To guide you where to go when faced with such rich variety, our India specialists use the experience of their own travels to create your tailor-made holiday to India. |
The mythical land of a thousand colors is now within your reach with our epic Golden Triangle tour! A trio of India's most appealing destinations and a healthy dose of culture will open your eyes to the heart of this beautiful country. From the bustling streets of Delhi to the pink city of Jaipur and romantic Agra, home of the Taj Mahal, it's never been easier to fall in love with India. |
Day 1 : International outbound flight
Today you begin your journey by boarding your international outbound flight to Delhi.
Day 2 : Delhi
On arrival you will be met by our local representatives who will transfer you to your hotel in New Delhi. In the afternoon you will have a guided tour of the highlights of Old Delhi. Starting off in the Old City, you will experience the sights, smells and people of Chandi Chowk Bazaar.
Day 3 : Agra
Today you will be driven by private car from Delhi to Agra. Your driver will be able to suggest places to visit along the way, including small local villages or recommended restaurants.
Day 4 : Array
Rise early to visit the Taj Mahal to enjoy the most beautiful monument in India as it awakens at sunrise. Your guide will then take you on a tour of the city's other sites which include the impressive Red Fort and I'timad ud Daulah, popularly known as the Baby Taj. This evening you board the overnight sleeper train to Katni, the nearest railhead to Bandhavgarh National Park.
Day 5 : Bandhavgarh National Park
Transfer from the railway station to your lodge in Bandhavgarh. In the afternoon you will go on your first jeep safari in the park.
Day 6 : Bandhavgarh National Park
Morning and afternoon jeep safaris in the park today. You should be able to see many of the spotted deer, sambar and birdlife in the park as well as keeping an eye out for the illusive tiger.
Day 7 : Bandhavgarh National Park
A further morning and afternoon jeep safari today. It's possible to spot wild boar and mongoose as well as the rare sloth bear.
Day 8 : Kanha National Park
Today you will drive south to Kanha, not only the biggest park in India, but a very scenic one too with many vegetation and habitat types. Time permitting you may take your first game drive in Kanha in the afternoon.
Day 9 : Kanha National Park
Morning and afternoon jeep safaris in Kanha. Large numbers of swamp deer have been recorded here and with some luck you will see herds of them in the meadows.
Day 10 : Kanha National Park
Morning and afternoon jeep safaris. With some expert guiding from your naturalist you may be lucky enough to spot a tiger.
Day 11 : Nagpur
Final morning game drive in Kanha. After the chance to freshen up you will drive to Nagpur.
Day 12 : International return flight
Morning flight from Nagpur to Mumbai. Board your international flight home. Your return flight will arrive the same day.
Day 1: US - Night on board
Are you ready to experience the land of a thousand colors? Pack your bags and set off to your departure airport ready to check-in for a flight * to Delhi, India's vibrant capital! Night on board. * If either your outbound or inbound flights depart in the early hours (before 4:00 a.m.) you must arrive at the airport the night before the indicated departure day.
Day 2: Delhi
Touch down in Delhi and transfer to the hotel. Get ready to explore the city and all it has to offer you, intrepid traveler! From the cacophony of sounds to the dizzying aromas and rainbow palette of colors, Delhi is the gateway to your India adventure! Be sure to explore its historic center, filled with the relics of its past under Islamic conquerors. Spend the day at your leisure. Overnight stay in Delhi.
Day 3: Delhi
Breakfast at the hotel. Today you'll explore the treasures of Old Delhi such as the majestic Jama Masjid Royal Mosque and lively Chandi Chow Street, for your first taste of Indian culture. Make like a local and embark on a rickshaw ride around the Red Fort, former residence of the Imperial Family. Next, admire Raj Ghat, where the legendary Mahatma Gandhi was cremated. In the afternoon, see a different side of the city in sparkling New Delhi, passing by the India Gate, the Mausoleum of Emperor Humayun, and the Presidential Palace. Overnight stay in Delhi.
Day 4: Delhi - Jaipur
Breakfast at the hotel. Today, begin your Rajasthan adventure and set off to Jaipur, the so-called Pink City. It's the capital of Rajasthan known for its fusion of Hindu, Jain and Mughal culture. Enjoy your first glimpse of the Rajasthani landscape as you travel through local villages and countryside. Arrive and transfer to the hotel. You will enjoy some free time in the afternoon to get to know the city or to simply relax. Be sure to capture the evening light, where the pink and the orange buildings exude a magical glow, complemented by the colorfully dressed Rajasthanis. You're likely to spot camel-drawn carts, characteristic of Jaipur's street scene. Overnight stay in Jaipur.
Day 5: Jaipur
Breakfast at the hotel. The first order of the day is a visit to the much-photographed Hawa Mahal, Palace of the Winds, one of India's most beloved historic buildings with a fascinating past. Next up, feel like a true adventurer as you embark on an exciting Jeep transfer to the atmospheric Amber Fort; have you ever felt more like Indiana Jones? Here you can see the palace of Jag Mandir and the famous Sheesh Mahal, a room embedded with beautiful, bright pieces of mirror, all the while imagining the glamorous lives of the Maharajas. In the afternoon, it's back to Jaipur for a city tour, including the illustrious Palace of the Maharaja, home to an informative museum that brings this era to life. Afterwards, get to know a little about India's scientific achievements at the Jantar Mantar, the largest observatory in the world. Imagine star-gazing from here! Overnight stay in Jaipur.
Day 6: Jaipur - Fatehpur Sikri - Agra
Breakfast at the hotel. You're getting closer to iconic Agra as you set off, once again, into the dusty landscapes of Rajasthan. Stop in the ghost town of Fatehpur Sikri, where time stands still, and pass through the Bulund Darwaza gateway, the highest gateway in the world and a monument of Mughal might! Arrive in Agra, Rajasthan's most romantic city, and you'll notice the contrasts between red sandstone and white marble in the city's buildings and feel its tantalising charms. Transfer to the hotel and in the afternoon visit the Agra Fort, a formidable structure which houses the picturesque Pearl Mosque. Just walking through the main gate, you'll feel like Mughal royalty! Return to the hotel and overnight stay in Agra.
Day 7: Agra - Delhi
Breakfast at the hotel. It's finally here, the day you tick the legendary Taj Mahal off of your bucket list! The ivory-white marble mausoleum, the brilliant domes, the fountain and that famous bench where everyone has their photo taken; today you'll experience it all for yourself! Home to the tomb of a Mughal Emperors beloved wife, both the story and the beauty of the structure itself may well leave you feeling teary-eyed and filled with a warm fuzzy feeling. Take some time to soak it all up and take the perfect photo, one you'll treasure for a lifetime. Afterwards, enjoy a scenic afternoon drive back to Delhi, where you can spend the remainder of the day reminiscing about your journey and all the wonderful, soul-stirring sights you've seen as well as the warm people who've shared their culture with you along the way. Overnight stay in Delhi.
Day 8: Delhi - US
Breakfast * at the hotel. Sadly, it's time to head back home, but you'll keep the colors and atmosphere of India close to your heart as you transfer to the airport for a flight back to the US. Arrive back home and end your trip. * Depending on the return flight schedule and the hotel breakfast service, you may not be able to enjoy the included breakfast on the last day.
