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Taj, Temples and Tigers

  • Duration
    10 days
  • Tour Type
    Group Tour
  • Tour Style
    Classic
  • Price From
    £2,740pp
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On this classic India tour, you will have the chance to experience different sides of Indian culture; from the contrasts of Old and New Delhi, to the historic city of Agra, trying to spot the tigers in Ranthambore and exploring the beautiful palaces and architecture of Jaipur.

  • Fully Inclusive
    Touring with Guides and entrance fees
  • Included Meals
    Breakfasts: 8 , Lunches: 7 , Dinners: 8
  • Flights
    International flights and current taxes
  • Accommodation
    8 nights in 4 star accommodation
  • Group Tour
    Max Group Size: 28
  • Physical Rating 1Learn More
    X A reasonable level of fitness is required and you should expect to be on your feet for much of the day. You’ll be getting on and off coaches, trains or boats and walking around the sights, often including steps, plus occasional longer walks. Download the detailed tour dossier for details of your chosen tour. Learn More
    Walking, some steps and time on your feet
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Tour Highlights

Our Taj, Temples and Tigers tour will see you exploring the most iconic sites, delving into deep-rooted culture and dining on delicious cuisine.

Authentic Experiences

Our Golden Triangle Tour has been thoughtfully designed and thoroughly researched to bring you a range of once-in-a-lifetime experiences, many of which are entirely exclusive to us.

Tour Itinerary

This adventure is ideal for travellers with less time to spend and who want to see the very best bits of this incredibly diverse destination. We have designed the tour to make the most of the time available to showcase the key highlights and cities of India.

  • Days 1-2
    Fly to Delhi
    Days 1-2: Fly to Delhi

    Fly overnight to Delhi. Depending on your time of arrival the rest of the day is yours to start soaking up the local culture.

    • Dinner
  • Day 3
    Discover Delhi
    Day 3: Discover Delhi

    Spend the full day exploring this vibrant city. Take in the sights of old and new Delhi – comparing how the city has transformed through the ages. Visit India’s largest mosque (Jama Masjid) and enjoy a rickshaw ride to Asia’s largest spice market.

    • Breakfast
    • Lunch
    • Dinner

    Amazing Experiences

    • Old Delhi Rickshaw Ride

      Take an exciting rickshaw ride through Asia's largest spice market, in Old Delhi, absorbing the heady scents and colourful sights of some of the world’s most exotic powders, leaves, roots and seeds.

  • Day 4
    Agra
    Day 4: Agra

    Journey to Agra today and upon arrival, stop and explore the Itmad-ud-Daulah (otherwise known as ‘Baby Taj’) and Agra Fort - a hulking mass of red sandstone set on the banks of the Yamuna River.

    • Breakfast
    • Lunch
    • Dinner
  • Day 5
    Taj Mahal
    Day 5: Taj Mahal

    Prepare to see India’s most iconic monument early this morning. When the crowds are at their thinnest, the Taj Mahal is often swathed in mist and tinged pink by the rising sun – a magical experience. This afternoon, journey to Ranthambore - home of the residing Bengal tigers.

    • Breakfast
    • Lunch
    • Dinner
  • Day 6
    Ranthambore
    Day 6: Ranthambore

    Explore Ranthambore National Park in search of the tigers with early morning and afternoon jeep safaris. There are over 50 tigers in the park as well as leopards, sloth bears and over 300 species of wild bird.

    • Breakfast
    • Lunch
    • Dinner
  • Day 7
    Travel to Jaipur
    Day 7: Travel to Jaipur

    Travel from Ranthambore to Jaipur visiting the Chand Baori stepwells enroute.

    • Breakfast
    • Lunch
    • Dinner
  • Day 8
    Visit Amber Fort
    Day 8: Visit Amber Fort

    Begin the day with a brief stop at the Hawa Mahal, the 'Palace of the Winds', before travelling out of the city to admire the majestic Amber Fort. This afternoon explore the Maharaja’s City Palace and Jantar Mantar Observatory, as well as learning about the local art of block printing.

    • Breakfast
    • Lunch
    • Dinner
  • Day 9
    Delhi
    Day 9: Delhi

    Travel back to Delhi for your final night in India.

    • Breakfast
    • Lunch
    • Dinner
  • Day 10
    Fly Delhi to UK
    Day 10: Fly Delhi to UK

    Fly to the UK, arriving home the same or following day.

    • Breakfast

We draw from a wide range of hotels on our holidays, each one is chosen to suit the tour you are travelling on meaning your accommodation can range from a smart business hotel in one city to a family run guesthouse in a smaller town. Here are some examples of the type of hotel you can expect to find on this tour.

  • Nights 2
    The Park Hotel
    15 Parliament Street Opposite - Jantar Mantar, New Delhi 110001 India
    The Park Hotel
    The Park Hotel, New Delhi, highly rated among the luxury five star hotels in Delhi is situated in the heart of the city centre's entertainment hub - Connaught Place. The hotel boasts luxurious and stylish en-suite rooms fitted with modern amenities, and access to indulgent restaurants, a day gym, spa and salon.
    • Wi-Fi
    • Swiming Pool
    • Restaurant
    • Non-smoking
    • Bar
  • Nights 2
    Clarks Shiraz
    54 Taj Road, Agra 282001 India
    Clarks Shiraz
    Overlooking the Taj and Agra Fort, The 5* Hotel Clarks Shiraz, is located 2 km from the Taj Mahal, in the heart of Agra. Spread over 8 landscaped acres, the hotel comprises of 237 fully renovated en-suite rooms, with modern amenities including a flat-screen TV, air conditioning and minibar.The hotel also offers an array of delicious cuisine, ranging from Mughlai, Continental, and Chinese at its various restaurants.
    • Wi-Fi
    • Swiming Pool
    • Restaurant
    • Bar
  • Nights 2
    Shergarh
    Shergarh
    Located a short distance from Ranthambhore National Park, also know as the Tiger inhabited wildlife sanctuary of Rajasthan, the 4* Shergarh makes for a fantastic hotel boasting stunning views of the wilderness. The hotel also offers guests a range of facilities, including a tranquil swimming pool, a relaxing spa and steam room.
    • Wi-Fi
    • Swiming Pool
    • Restaurant
    • Non-smoking
    • Bar
  • Nights 2
    Four Points by Sheraton Jaipur
    City Square, Vasundhara Colony | Tonk Road,, Jaipur 302018, India
    Four Points by Sheraton Jaipur
    Located on the edge of Jaipur’s centre, the Four Points by Sheraton is a bright modern hotel with an excellent range of facilities. As well as a large outdoor pool, there is also a fitness centre and spa to help you relax. The hotel restaurant serves both local and Western dishes buffet style whilst there is also a bar for a few refreshing beverages. Rooms are simple and comfortable and boast flat screen TVs, free Wi-Fi, floor to ceiling windows with city or Aravali Hills views, en suite bathroom with shower, minibar, tea and coffee making facilities and safety deposit box.
    • Wi-Fi
    • Restaurant
  • Night 1
    The Novotel Aerocity
    The Novotel Aerocity
    Located in the heart of New Delhi, the 4* Novotel Aerocity offers guests spacious, airconditioned rooms completed with a minibar, coffee maker and flatscreen TV. Enjoy your free time at the poolside bar, with a wide variety of refreshing drinks on the menu, or at the spa and wellness centre that offers a range of treatments.
    • Wi-Fi
    • Swiming Pool
    • Restaurant
    • Bar

The best time to visit India is from November to March when you’ll enjoy pleasant warm dry days and low humidity.

City Average Temperate Monthly Rainfall
  • Agra
  • 15°c
  • 13mm
  • Jaipur
  • 15°c
  • 7mm
City Average Temperate Monthly Rainfall
  • Agra
  • 18°c
  • 18mm
  • Jaipur
  • 18°c
  • 11mm
City Average Temperate Monthly Rainfall
  • Agra
  • 24°c
  • 9mm
  • Jaipur
  • 24°c
  • 3mm
City Average Temperate Monthly Rainfall
  • Agra
  • 30°c
  • 6mm
  • Jaipur
  • 29°c
  • 5mm
City Average Temperate Monthly Rainfall
  • Agra
  • 34°c
  • 11mm
  • Jaipur
  • 33°c
  • 18mm
City Average Temperate Monthly Rainfall
  • Agra
  • 35°c
  • 56mm
  • Jaipur
  • 33°c
  • 63mm
City Average Temperate Monthly Rainfall
  • Agra
  • 31°c
  • 203mm
  • Jaipur
  • 30°c
  • 223mm
City Average Temperate Monthly Rainfall
  • Agra
  • 30°c
  • 243mm
  • Jaipur
  • 29°c
  • 206mm
City Average Temperate Monthly Rainfall
  • Agra
  • 29°c
  • 130mm
  • Jaipur
  • 28°c
  • 66mm
City Average Temperate Monthly Rainfall
  • Agra
  • 27°c
  • 25mm
  • Jaipur
  • 26°c
  • 25mm
City Average Temperate Monthly Rainfall
  • Agra
  • 22°c
  • 4mm
  • Jaipur
  • 22°c
  • 4mm
City Average Temperate Monthly Rainfall
  • Agra
  • 17°c
  • 6mm
  • Jaipur
  • 17°c
  • 4mm
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Places Visited: UK - Delhi (3N) - Agra (1N) - Ranthambore (2N) - Jaipur (2N) - Delhi - UK

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Departures for Solo travellers only are available for this tour on selected dates.
In addition to being for solos only these departures feature smaller group sizes, free airport lounge access and complimentary cocktails on arrival.

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