Compare India – Tiger Volunteer Adventure by Discover Corps vs Super Luxury Golden Triangle by GeTS Holidays
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| Duration | 10 days | 7 days |
| Price From | $ 2,995 | $ 3,360 |
| Price Per Day | $ 300 | $ 480 |
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| Trip Style | Small group tour | Private guided tour |
| Lodging Level | Premium | Luxury |
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| Flights & Transport | Ground transport included | Ground transport included |
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9 Breakfasts, 9 Lunches and 9 Dinners |
6 Breakfasts and 1 Dinner |
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Over the course of the trip, we will assist one of India’s leading conservation organizations in the effort to protect Bengal tigers, and empower the villages surrounding Ranthambore National Park. The relationship between India’s wild tigers and a rapidly growing urban population are complex. Just a couple decades ago, India’s tigers were on the verge of extinction due to hunting, poaching, environmental degradation and urban sprawl. Today, numbers are rebounding as the government and society become increasingly aware of the fragility of these creatures. Once the private hunting grounds of the Maharajas of Jaipur, Ranthambore National Park is now one of India’s largest protected sanctuaries for wild tigers. On the verge of extinction in the area, the tiger population has now returned to sustainable levels and has inspired communities to join in solidarity to protect these vulnerable creatures. Over ten days, we’ll lend a hand to Ranthambore’s mission to protect the park’s tigers, helping lay camera traps to record tiger movement outside of the park. We’ll also work with members of the local Mogya tribe, who have been displaced by the creation of the park. Our journey will take us to the bustling Indian capital of New Delhi and the desert city of Jaipur, allowing us to explore some of India’s oldest temples, forts and markets. |
Explore the Golden Triangle in Luxury with top notch hotels for accommodation. We have carefully selected The Oberoi hotels to give you an experience of a lifetime while you enjoy traipsing through the streets of Delhi, Agra and Jaipur. Enjoy the sights and sounds of the capital city of India - Delhi, look at the spectacular Taj Mahal at sunset in Agra, and do not miss out on photographing those intricately designed forts and palaces in Jaipur. |
Day 1: Arrive in New Delhi
Meals: Dinner
Touching down in India’s capital New Delhi, you’ll be met at the airport by a Discover Corps representative who will accompany you to our hotel in the city. There, you’ll meet your group and we’ll enjoy a welcome dinner together.
Day 2: Explore Delhi on a Guided Tour
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
This morning we’ll explore the walled heart of India’s capital, Old Delhi. Stroll through the fabled Chandni Chowk, one of Delhi’s largest outdoor markets, visit the towering Jama Masjid mosque, and admire the imposing Red Fort. We’ll also visit the beautiful minaret Qutab Minar, and the grand parliament buildings of Central Secretariat.
Day 3: Travel by Train to Ranthambore National Park
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
After breakfast, we’ll head to the station to catch our train to Ranthambore National Park. Traveling by train is a quintessential Indian experience; take in stunning views of the countryside, dotted with traditional villages, from your air-conditioned compartment. Upon arrival at Ranthambore, we will head to our hotel – an ornate heritage hotel overlooking the park.
Day 4: Scout for Tigers in Ranthambore National Park
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Today we’ll enjoy an open-air jeep safari through Ranthambore, spotting deer, crocodile, leopards and – if we’re lucky – tigers. Along the way, take in the stunning landscapes of the park, and spot the thousand-year-old Ranthambore Fort. After lunch, we’ll meet with Tiger Watch, a NGO that aims to protect the tigers of Ranthambore.
Day 5: Continue Scouting For Tigers
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Over the course of the next two days, we’ll continue exploring the park on jeep trips scouting for tigers. We’ll also lend a hand with Tiger Watch setting camera traps to record tiger movements around the permieter of the park.
Day 6: Visit Community Projects
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
In addition to continuing your time on safari searching for tigers, assist with local social projects that aim to empower youth through basic educational games and women through the creation of crafts that are sold in the local markets.
Day 7: Say Goodbye to Ranthambore with a Final Game Drive
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
This morning we’ll finish our projects with Tiger Watch, collecting the last of the camera traps and bidding the women and children of the community projects farewell. Enjoy a relaxing mid-day lunch in town followed by a late afternoon safari ride through the park, giving us one more chance to hopefully spot a majestic tiger.
Day 8: Visit the Pink City of Jaipur
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Today, we’ll hit the road to the Pink City of the desert, Jaipur. Known for its grand palaces, the capital of Rajasthan is a sight to behold. After checking into our hotel we’ll take a tour of the city, visiting the exquisite courtyards and gardens of the City Palace, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and the vast sundials of the Royal Observatory. Enjoy some free time to explore Jaipur’s famous markets, before dinner and a traditional dance performance.
Day 9: Explore the Extravagant Amber Fort on a Guided Tour
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
After breakfast, we’ll ascend a hill overlooking Jaipur to the Amber Fort, one of India’s most extravagant castles. This fort has stood guard over the city for centuries and was recently declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site. After our guided tour, we’ll return to Jaipur for lunch and enjoy some last minute shopping before we hit the road, heading for New Delhi.
Day 10: Return Home or Agra & Taj Mahal Extension
Meals: Breakfast and Lunch
If you’re leaving the trip at this stage, we’ll enjoy a final tour of Delhi’s sights, including the Lotus Temple, before your transfer to the airport for your flight home.
Day 1: Arrival in New Delhi
Meet & greet at the airport by our representative and transfer you to hotel. Delhi is the Capital city of India. Delhi is not a city but it is a book - A book which narrates the history of India. The city was built and destroyed seven times and has been witness to the various events which has brought India through history books. Seven times this city went through the pain of being built and rebuilt again. Today as the capital of India, Delhi is the seat of administrator and the monuments, which tells us the saga of the bygone era. These icons are testimony to the grandeur of the past and also an attraction for the tourists. This day is at leisure.
Overnight in Delhi.
In Delhi Stay at Luxury Hotel - The Oberoi: A centrally located 5 star luxury hotel, The Oberoi, New Delhi, reflects the capital’s spirit in a harmonious mélange of tradition and modernity. Superb interiors, delectable international cuisines, impeccable service and centralized location make Oberoi one of the most graceful and downtown hotels in Delhi. Starting from business travelers to leisure vacationers, the hotel is the ultimate destination for all types of travelers. Recognized as a pioneer among luxury hotels in India, it was the first to offer a 24 hour personal Butler service.
Day 2: Delhi
Morning after breakfast, sight seeing of Old and New Delhi . Visit Red Fort (Remains closed on every Monday), built in the year 1648 by Shah Jahan. Raj Ghat, memorial to the Father of the Nation, Mahatma Gandhi. It is a simple black marble platform that marks the spot of his cremation on 31 January 1948. Later, you will be taken to New Delhi which includes Humayun's Tomb, memorial of Mughal Emperor Humayun, built in the year 1562. The complex is a World Heritage Site & the first example of this type of Mughal architecture in India. Qutub Minar built in the year 1206 by Qutub-ud-din Aibek. It is the tallest (72m) brick minaret in the world, an important example of Indo-Islamic Architecture. Qutub Minar & its monuments are listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Further we drive past India Gate, memorial built in the year 1931 to commemorate the Indian soldiers who died in the World War I & the Afghan Wars. The names of the soldiers who died in these wars are inscribed on the walls. President's House, the official residence of the President of India, built in the year 1931. Until 1950 it was known as Viceroy's House & served as the residence of the Governor-General of British India.
Overnight in Delhi.
Day 3: Delhi
Morning after breakfast, Visit Akshardham & Sikh temple Swaminarayan Akshardham reflects the essence and magnitude of India's ancient architecture, traditions and timeless spirituality.Hall of Vaules - Universal values for mankind presented through audio-animators and light and sound diorama presentations from the life of Bhagwan Swaminarayan. Giant Screen Film - A giant screen film on an 85’ x 65’ screen that vividly portrays an 11-year-old child-yogi’s epic pilgrimage of India. Boat Ride - A 12 minute fascinating boat-ride experience of 10,000 years of India's glorious heritage. Learn about the discoveries and inventions of the rishi-scientists of India, see the world’s first university of Takshashila and sail through the caves of Ajanta-Ellora.
Garden of India - Sixty acres of lush lawns, gardens and exquisite bronze statues of India's child gems, valorous warriors, national figures and great women personalities inspire visitors with values and national pride. Also visit the Sikh temple. Later return back to the hotel. Overnight in Delhi.
Day 4: Delhi - Agra (205 Km/ 04 Hrs)
After breakfast drive to Agra. Agra is beautifully situated on the banks of the River Yamuna. It achieved prominence as the capital of the Mughals Emperors from the year 1526 to 1628, remains a major tourist destination because of its many splendid Mughal-era monuments, most notably the Taj Mahal, Agra Fort & Fatehpur Sikri, all of which are UNESCO World Heritage sites.
Upon arrival in Agra, check in at the hotel. Later proceed for sightseeing of Agra . Agra Fort, designed and built by Akbar in 1565 A.D., built with barricaded wall of red sand stone; it houses the beautiful and numerous palaces including the Jahangir Mahal, Diwan-i-Khas, Diwan-i-Am, Macchhi Bhawan, Nagina Masjid, Moti Masjid, Sheesh Mahal, Musamman Burj where from Taj Mahal is visible in all its beauty from one side of the fort. Emperor Sahahjahan, prisoner of his son Aurangzeb in his old age was put in a cell from where he could gaze at the Taj Mahal at a distance, from his cell in the fort.
Taj Mahal (Remains closed on every Friday) is the one of the Seven Wonders of the World surely the most extravagant expression of love ever created. 20,000 men laboured for over 17 years to build this memorial to Shah Jahan's beloved wife.
Overnight in Agra.
In Agra Stay at a Luxury Hotel - The Oberoi Amarvilas: during a stay in The Oberoi Amarvilas, one can wake up to the marvelous sight of the Taj Mahal as the monument of love gets bathed by the first rays of dawn. Ranked among one of the leading resorts in the world, the Oberoi Amarvilas offers the most splendid view of Taj Mahal. As it rests at a distance of just 600 meters away from Taj Mahal, its interiors seems to be the finest example of Moorish and Mughal architecture. Royal service, breathtaking views of Taj and fine décor makes one’s stay in Amarvilas a truly unforgettable experience.
Day 5: Agra – Fatehpur Sikri - Jaipur ( 235 Km/ 05 Hrs)
Early in the morning you will have breakfast and then check out. Later drive to the beautiful city of Jaipur, also known as the Pink City of India. En route visit Fatehpur Sikri, the abandoned city of the Mughal Empire. The city boasts some of the magnificent monuments built during the Mughal Era, which include the Panch Mahal, Buland Darwaza and Dargah of Sheikh Salim Chisti. You have time to explore the corners of Fatehpur Sikri. Later continue your drive to Jaipur. Upon arrival in Jaipur check into the Hotel.
Overnight in Jaipur.
In Jaipur Stay at a Luxury Hotel - The Oberoi Rajvilas: It is the ideal base from where one can explore one of India’s most exotic and vibrant cities, Jaipur. Just 15 minutes drive away from the city centre of Jaipur, The Oberoi Rajvilas is the finest retreat that gives a real royal feel of princely Rajasthan. With 54 Premier Rooms, 13 Luxury Tents, one Royal Tent, two Luxury Villas with Private Pools and the Kohinoor Villa with a Private Pool, The Oberoi Rajvilas resembles a royal Rajasthani fort that is attracting tourists constantly since its inception.
Day 6: Jaipur City Tour
Today after breakfast explore the Pink City with an excursion to Amber Fort, situated just outside the city, enjoy the experience of a ride on an elephant to and from the top of the hill on which the fort is situated. Afternoon sightseeing tour of City Palace in the heart of Jaipur is known for its blend of Rajasthani and Mughal architecture. Not far away is the Central Museum. Jantar Mantar is the largest of the five observatories built by Sawai Jai Singh. The Hawa Mahal or the Palace of Winds was constructed for the royal ladies to watch the royal processions without being seen, all monuments are located in the vicinity of City Palace Complex of Jaipur. The afternoon is kept free to visit the famous Markets of Textiles, Gems, Carpets, and handicrafts. Jaipur is an ideal place for buying souvenirs. DINNER WITH INDIAN FAMILY WITH COOKING LESSONS.
Overnight in Jaipur.
Day 7: Jaipur – Delhi & Depart Delhi
After a leisurely breakfast, drive back to Delhi and straight to the international airport for your onward journey. We hope you had a wonderful time exploring the golden triangle in luxury. Have a pleasant flight."
