Summary
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Experience the wonder of India’s wildlife with Taj Safaris
Highlights
- Go in search of wild tigers in Kanha and Bandhavgarh national parks
- Join expert-led game drives deep into remote jungles
- Stay in style at the most luxurious lodges
- Relax with five-star service and full-board gourmet dining
- Contrast India's natural world with the bustling streets of Delhi
In Brief
- 2 Nights Delhi
- 1 Night Agra
- 2 Nights Jaipur
- 3 Nights Kanha National Park
- 3 Nights Bandhavgarh National Park
- 1 Night Delhi
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Activity adventure | Natural world | Safari | Wildlife
Experience the rich culture of India's Golden Triangle – Delhi, Agra and Jaipur – before going in search of tigers, leopards and more on a journey through the beautiful national parks of Kanha and Bandhavgarh. You'll begin with the sights of India's capital before taking in the iconic Taj Mahal and Rajasthan's 'pink city', all in the company of expert local guides. Then, heading south, you'll be treated to a week of incredible wildlife, breathtaking landscapes and luxury living at two of the region's finest safari lodges – Banjaar Tola and Mahua Kothi – both run by Taj Hotels. Throughout your stays you'll relax in beautifully appointed, en-suite accommodation, enjoy impeccable facilities and service, and discover the unique flora and fauna of two of India's best wildlife reserves on a series of game drives, accompanied by expert guides. Start and end your trip with a fascinating day in the city of Delhi, visiting its Old and New towns, and experiencing all its world famous sites, from the Jami Masjid to its legendary bazaars.
Day by day itinerary
Day
1
Depart UK
Start your holiday in style with included airport lounge access before your overnight flight to Delhi, India's pulsating capital.
Days
2-3
Delhi
Arrive at Delhi International Airport, where you'll transfer to your hotel and spend the rest of the day relaxing and adjusting to your new surroundings. The next day, you'll enjoy a chef-led walk through Old Delhi’s bustling markets, sampling 12–15 dishes from 6–9 legendary food stalls, some over 120 years old. Ride rickshaws, explore vibrant bazaars and gain insider insight into the city’s culinary traditions.
After lunch, continue to New Delhi, designed by Lutyens and Baker in the 1920s with grand boulevards and Mughal-style gardens. Drive along Rajpath past India Gate, commemorating 70,000 soldiers of WWI, and see the President’s House and Parliament. Visit UNESCO sites including Humayun’s Tomb, an early Mughal masterpiece in red sandstone and marble, and Qutab Minar, a 72.5m victory tower surrounded by ancient mosques and gateways.
Stay: The Taj Mahal Hotel, New Delhi (Deluxe)
Meals: B
Day
4
Agra
After breakfast, you'll be collected by your driver for the journey to Agra. Explore the magnificent Agra Fort, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and former seat of Mughal power. Known as Lal Qila or the Red Fort of Agra, this vast walled city was home to emperors Babur, Humayun, Akbar, Jehangir, Shah Jahan and Aurangzeb, and once housed India’s largest treasury and mint. Walk through its ornate chambers, imagining the grandeur of a court that shaped history.
As you drive through Agra, witness the vibrant life of its streets and bustling bazaars, where everyday India unfolds in colourful scenes. Located just 2.5 km from the Taj Mahal, Agra Fort remains one of the country’s most important monuments, visited by dignitaries and travellers for centuries.
Stay: ITC Mughal, Agra (Deluxe)
Meals: B
Day
5
Agra to Jaipur
Begin your day with a sunrise visit to the Taj Mahal, its white marble glowing with soft rose and golden hues. Built by Emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his beloved queen, this UNESCO World Heritage Site took 22 years and 20,000 artisans to complete. Admire its perfect symmetry, delicate ornamentation and serene gardens inspired by visions of paradise.
After breakfast, drive to Fatehpur Sikri. Once the Mughal capital, this deserted city is a masterpiece of 16th-century architecture. Explore its grand courtyards and palaces, imagining the splendour of Akbar’s court before its mysterious abandonment. Later, you'll arrive in Jaipur, Rajasthan's vibrant “Pink City”, where colourful bazaars and stately architecture await.
Stay: Samode Haveli, Jaipur (Superior)
Meals: B
Day
6
Jaipur
This morning, visit Jaipur's Amber Fort, a stunning example of Rajput architecture overlooking Maota Lake. Explore its ornate halls adorned with ivory, mirror work and vivid frescoes, evoking the grandeur of a kingdom never conquered. You'll then continue to the City Palace Museum, home to royal robes, carpets, weapons and exquisite miniature paintings. Nearby lies Jantar Mantar, an extraordinary 18th-century observatory built by Sawai Jai Singh. Its monumental instruments, including the Brihat Samrat Yantra sundial, still provide precise astronomical readings today.
In the evening, enjoy a cooking demonstration with a local family – a warm introduction to India’s legendary hospitality. Share stories, learn traditional recipes and experience the Sanskrit dictum Atithi Devo Bhava – “The guest is truly your god.”
Stay: Samode Haveli, Jaipur (Superior)
Meals: B D
Days
7-9
Kanha National Park
Transfer to the airport and board a flight to Raipur where you'll be met and transferred to the Kanha National Park, a beautiful reserve, encompassing a diverse array of ecosystems from grassy meadows and bamboo forests to peaceful lakes and rocky ravines. Check into the luxurious Banjaar Tola by Taj, where elegant tented suites featuring locally crafted furniture and an outdoor pool provide the perfect base for exploring Kanha's rich wildlife. Spend the next two days touring the park on a series of guided game drives, as you go in search of tiger, leopard, sloth, bear and Indian wild dog. Other species include spotted deer, chital, wild pig, black buck and the ant-eating pangolin, while the park is also home to an incredible array of birds, with over 200 species recorded.
Stay: Banjaar Tola – A Taj Safari, Kanha National Park (Deluxe)
Meals: B L D
Days
10-12
Bandhavgarh National Park
Enjoy a morning game drive at Kanha, followed by breakfast and a seven-hour transfer to Bandhavgarh National Park. Check into Mahua Kothi, a luxury Taj Safari Lodge with twelve cottage suites, each of which features air conditioning, a luxury bathroom and a private pool. Your days here will be filled with unforgettable safari experiences as you explore the park in the company of expert guides, giving you the best possible chance of seeing tigers, sloths, jungle cats and a host of other animal and bird species.
Stay: Mahua Kothi Jungle Lodge, Bandhavgarh National Park (Deluxe)
Meals: B L D
Day
13
Delhi
In the morning, transfer to Jabalpur, and then fly to Delhi where you'll check into a hotel at Aerocity before your flight home the next day.
Stay: Roseate House, Delhi Aerocity
Meals: B
Day
14
Depart India/Arrive UK
After breakfast, transfer to the airport in time for your outbound flight from Delhi. Arrive back in London and continue your onward journey home.
Meals: B
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Pricing
Any element of this itinerary can be adjusted to suit your needs. Just contact us to find out more.
Accommodation rating:
14-day tailor-made holiday
from £7,710 pp incl. flights
Superior
16 April to 30 June
from £7,710 pp. incl. flights
10 January to 15 April // October to 20 December
from £8,860 pp. incl. flights
Package includes:
- Complimentary UK airport lounge access
- Return flights between London and Delhi
- Domestic flights between Delhi - Raipur, and Jabalpur - Delhi
- 6 nights accommodation in a mixture of 4* and 5* hotels on BB basis
- 6 nights 4-5* lodge accommodation in Madhya Pradesh on a full board basis
- 6 game drives in Kanha and 5 game drives in Bandhavgarh including refreshments and entrance fees
- Private transfers in Delhi, Agra and Jaipur
Culinary walk with Chef in Old Delhi & visit to local family for cooking demonstrations followed by dinner in Jaipur
Terms & Conditions
Prices are per person based on two people sharing a twin/double room; prices are subject to availability and possible change; normal booking conditions apply.
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