Tigers & Taj

If you’re keen on seeing tigers, there is no better trip than this. We take you to the two very best Indian parks, Kanha and Bandhavgarh.

However before that we will take you to see the Fatephur Sikri, and the iconic sight of Agra's Taj Mahal. It's best to see it either first thing in the morning or last thing at night - so we show you it at both times before heading south by train to see the tigers.

One of our recent clients said: “Our tiger experience was something that will stay with us for the rest of our lives”. Of course nothing is guaranteed, but we know that currently these two parks offer the best chance of spotting these rare and magnificent creatures.

There is a special 2012 price for this itinerary (see below). This price will be held for trips up to April 2013 if booked by May 2012.

Trip information

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Included

All accommodation in double room. All transfers in private air-conditioned vehicle, overnight train tickets in first class air conditioned compartments. Guided tour of Agra and Fatehpur Sikri, including entrance fees. All game drives in shared jeep, including all national park fees. All meals in game lodges

Not included

International flights, insurance, visas, tips, drinks. lunch and dinner in Delhi and Agra

Is it for you?

This is an easy trip with no special requirements, although you do have to be prepared for the heat if you go in April. This trip includes an overnight train ride which is not for everyone – we can arrange flights to Central India as an alternative if preferred.

Best time

October to April (though April is very hot) Kanha and Bandhavgarh National Parks close for the monsoon season (June to September). The peak time for seeing wildlife is February and March. December and January can be surprisingly cold in Central India, while April and May can be very hot and humid.

Getting there

We can arrange flights from the UK into Delhi and out of Nagpur (via Mumbai) with Jet Air with flights starting from around £650 per person.

Weather and highlights

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Visit the awe-inspiring Taj Mahal at sunset ... and at sunrise!
See the Red Fort and the baby Taj
And not to miss Fatephur Sikri
Two days game viewing in Kanha National Park
Two days in Bandhavgarh National Park
TIGERS !!! We certainly hope to see tigers in at least one, preferably both, of the parks

Itinerary

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Duration: 10 days

Day 1: Arrive in Delhi.
Day 2: Drive to Agra , visiting Fatehpur Sikri on the way. Visit the awe-inspiring Taj Mahal at sunset ...
Day 3: ... and at sunrise! See the Red Fort and the baby Taj before catching the overnight train.
Day 4: Arrive in Katni and transfer to Bandhavgarh. Enjoy an afternoon game drive.
Days 5-6: Two days fabulous wildlife viewing in the park with am/pm drives. Will you spot a tiger?
Day 7: After a morning game drive, transfer to Kanha National Park.
Days 8-9: Two days game viewing in Kanha, for more chances to see excellent wildlife, and hopefully spot tigers.
Day 10: After your morning game drive, transfer by road to Nagpur for an evening flight to Mumbai and the start of your journey home.

Pricing guidelines for India

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We hope the following will give you a rough idea of costs. These are quoted per person based on twin share for two people, without international flights but including internal flights. We’ve used good standard accommodation throughout. There are nearly always ways to spend more money than we’ve suggested (!), but these prices show a good and realistic range for each type of trip.

International flights will add from about £450 to £700 depending on the season and route (unless the airlines have special offers). India combines well with Nepal.

For a specific personal quote based on any tailor made itinerary you have in mind, please contact us and we’ll be happy to help you.

Example tripPrice per person
1 week Golden Triangle holidayBetween £800 and £2000
2 weeks in northern IndiaFrom about £1500+
2 weeks in southern IndiaBetween £2000 and £3000
11 day wildlife safari (including tigers)From about £1250+

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Special 2012 price (as seen in our Small Collection of Travel Ideas mini-brochure):

£2390 per person sharing (excluding flights)

Also available at this 2012 price for trips up to April 2013 if booked by May 2012

For different dates, please call us.

Remember that this is only one suggested itinerary. Tribes can tailor make any itinerary if this is not quite what you want. Simply talk to one of our India consultants.

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