Ranthambore to Kanha - 15 days

Where the wild things are! Ranthambhore, Bharatpur, Bandhavgarh and Kanha National Parks. The definitive adventure for tiger and wildlife enthusiasts, this excitement-packed fortnight also takes in the legendary Taj Mahal in Agra and the historic sights of Delhi - old and new.

Welcome to India and the start of your holiday! Arrive Delhi, included transfer to hotel. Overnight - New Delhi

Delhi - Ranthambhore (via Sawai Madhopur). With the morning at leisure, enjoy a later train journey to Ranthambhore. Ranthambhore National Park is one of the prime examples of Project Tiger’s conservation efforts in Rajasthan. Sprawling across an area of some 1334 sq. kms, the park boasts an impressive 10th century fort. In addition to the Bengal tiger, Ranthambhore is home to wild boar, nilgai, sambar deer and a variety of birds. Tiger spottings are more common in the morning or late afternoon. You’ll venture on 4 exciting game drives over days 3 and 4 in shared jeeps or Canters. Overnight - Ranthambhore NP (B:3, L:3, D:3)

Day 5: Bharatpur

Ranthambhore - Bharatpur. After a morning game drive you’ll board the train for Bharatpur - home to Keoladeo Ghana National Park. Rated as one of the finest bird reserves in the world, over 350 species of birds have been identified at the park. A prime time to visit is from October to late February when myriad migratory birds such as the rare Siberian crane can be viewed. During your visit, consider walking or hiring a bicycle rickshaw. Overnight - Bharatpur (B)

Day 6: Agra

Bharatpur - Umaria (via Agra). En route to Umaria, a stop is made at Agra. Once the Mughal capital of India, Agra is home to the legendary Taj Mahal. A visit is made to the Taj, where you’ll see first-hand, the efforts Emperor Shah Jahan went to in constructing a solid white marble mausoleum for his beloved wife, Mumtaz. From Agra, you’ll later board the train to Umaria. Overnight - Train (B)

Days 7 - 9: Bandhavgarh NP

Umaria - Bandhavgarh. An early morning arrival at Umaria, then the short drive to Bandhavgarh where you’ll enjoy the first of your game drives. Bandhavgarh is set amidst the Vindhyan ranges. Claiming to have the highest density population of Bengal tiger in India, coupled with a population of leopard, nilgai, jackal, wild boar, sloth bear, gaur, sambar deer and colourful bird life, game drives are often peppered with sightings. Enjoy breakfast and also 4 game drives over days 8 and 9 in shared jeeps or Canters. Overnight - Bandhavgarh NP (B:2, L:3, D:3)

Days 10 - 12: Kanha NP

Bandhavgarh - Kanha. After a morning game drive, we journey to Kanha via a fossil park. Kanha is one of India’s largest parks, covering 1945 sq. km of forest and lightly wooded grassland. This is the land that Kipling wrote so vividly about in his literary classic ‘Jungle Book’. Kanha National Park has a tremendous variety of wildlife - including the Bengal tiger, leopard, sambar, chital, blackbuck, gaur, swamp deer and jackal. On days 11 and 12 enjoy 4 game drives in shared jeeps or Canters. Overnight - Kanha NP (B:3, L:3, D:3)

Day 13: New Delhi

Kanha - Delhi (via Jabalpur). This morning we enjoy a further game drive, before the drive to Jabalpur to board the Gondwana express to Delhi. Overnight - Train (B)

Day 14: Old Delhi

Early arrival at Delhi station, transfer and check-in at your hotel. Later, enjoy a sightseeing tour of Old Delhi taking in the impressive Red Fort, Jama Masjid mosque and the colourful Chandni Chowk bazaar. This afternoon, enjoy a tour of New Delhi. Open and relatively streamlined New Delhi was built as the imperial capital of India by the British. Highlights include the majestic India Gate, Rajpath and bustling Connaught Place. A visit is also made to Qutab Minor, a massive tower built in the 11th century followed by a visit to a carpet emporium. Overnight - New Delhi

Day 15: New Delhi

Hotel check-out and included onward transfer to airport. (B)

Travel in Style!

Prices are based on 4 star hotels and standard wildlife lodges. If you'd like to treat yourself to a little added comfort, you can upgrade your accommodation on this tour to deluxe lodges.

Please contact us for details and prices.

NOTE: Taj Mahal, Agra - closed Friday; Red Fort, Delhi - closed Monday

National Park opening dates.

Ranthambhore NP is open from 01 Oct till 30 June.

Kanha NP is open from 16 Oct till 30 June.

Bandhavgarh National Park is open from 15 Oct till 30 June

FROM USD $2,979

Prices & Departure Dates

Prices shown are ‘per person’, based on a travelling party of at least 2 adults. The single supplement price needs to be added to the twin/double price if single rooms are required. If travelling solo, an additional ‘1-person’ supplement will apply

Prices are indicative and will vary depending on your chosen hotels, room availability as well as time of travel i.e. during India’s peak travel season of 21 Dec - 10 Jan, additional supplements will apply. Equally, if you with to travel to India during the summer, rates will be cheaper than those quoted.. Please bear this in mind if comparing prices as we always aim to deliver exceptional value.

Please note that discounts will apply if there are more 4 our more people in your travelling party, since fixed costs like transportation and guiding are shared across the group..

This trip is available from October through to April, which is when the National Parks are open



Date	Price/Person	Single Supp.
Ranthambore to Kanha - 15 days	USD $2,979	USD $1,399

Experiences

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Wild at Heart

Elephants

Found across Asia and Africa, the largest concentration of elephants can be spotted in Kenya, Tanzania, Botswana and South Africa. Track elephant with us on safari in Africa and India, visit the elephant orphanage in Sri Lanka or ride an elephant on safari in Nepal.

Safari

Go in search of the Big Five in some of Africa's greatest game parks, from the wilds of the Masai Mara, to gorillas in Uganda and the open plains of the Serengeti. Or perhaps head to one of India's finest national parks to try to spot the elusive big cat - the Royal Bengal tiger. There is nothing like seeing wildlife in its natural habitat!

A tiger wading through the water in Ranthambhore National Park, India

Tigers

There are very few places where the rare and enigmatic tiger can still be glimpsed in the wild, stalking through dense forest and undergrowth, a solitary predator with no natural enemies, save one. Go in search of tigers at some of the best wildlife parks in central India, Nepal and Siberia.

Wonders of the World

The beautiful white marble Taj Mahal in Agra

The Taj Mahal

One of the Seven Wonders of the Modern World and an enduring Indian icon, the elegant structure known as the Taj Mahal was built by Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his wife, Mumtaz Mahal, who sadly died in 1631, giving birth to their 14th child. In her dying breath, Mumtaz Mahal urged Shah Jahan to build a mausoleum for her, more beautiful than any the world had ever seen. In 1632 building began on the world’s greatest monument to love, which, even today, undoubtedly has no peer. In order to ensure the perfection of the Taj Mahal could not be replicated anywhere else on earth, the artisans and workers who created it, are said to have later had their hands or thumbs amputated.

What You See and What You Get

Below is a list of key highlights and what is included on this tour. Further, where appropriate, we have listed the items that are not included in the tour price.

Trip Highlights

Delhi - Old Delhi - Red Fort, Jama Masjid, Raj Ghat. New Delhi - India Gate, Rajpath, Humayun's Tomb, Qutab Minar, carpet emporium with demonstration
Keoladeo Ghana National Park - UNESCO site
Agra - Taj Mahal and visit to a marble craftshop
Kanha National Park and Jabalpur

Ranthambhore National Park
Bharatpur
Bandhavgarh National Park and Umaria
Abundant flora and fauna at 3 of India’s foremost parks & bird life at renowned Keoladeo Ghana NP

What's Included

12 breakfasts, 9 lunches, 9 dinners
2 overnight train journeys (Agra-Umaria and Jabalpur-Delhi, 2nd class air-conditioned)
Horse & cart/buggy ride to Taj Mahal - Agra
6 game drives - Bandhavgarh NP (shared jeeps or Canters)
Airport arrival and departure transfers day 1 and day 15
Local English speaking specialist guides at local sights
Chauffeur driven air-conditioned vehicle (game drives - non air-conditioned vehicles)

12 nights - 4 star hotels and lodges
5 game drives - Ranthambhore NP (shared jeeps or Canters)
Bicycle rickshaw ride in Keoladeo Ghana National Park
5 game drives - Kanha NP (shared jeeps or Canters)
Touring, excursions and game drives as per itinerary
Entrance fees and game park permits at all relevant sights

What's Not Included

International flights and visas
Tipping - an entirely personal gesture

Laundry, drinks, items of a personal nature

Postcards

Here's what some of our past travellers have written in to us and said about their experiences on this trip.

Hi Janet

I just wanted to let you know what a brilliant holiday we have just had. The organisation could not have been better. I would just like to thank you and all the people involved (the reps; the people at the game parks and the guides) you all contributed to a fantastic holiday.

Many thanks.

Gill, Dec 2008