This itinerary visits three of India’s best national parks – we’ve picked them to give you the best chance of sighting tigers. You’ll safari in specially-designed vehicles or 4WDs in the company of wildlife guides, who’ll help you track them. Seeing a majestic Bengal tiger in its natural habitat is an unmatchable wildlife experience.
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This bespoke journey features some of our favourite spots in India. You can choose to take our destination experts’ recommendations and travel just as you see the itinerary here, or contact us to add your own special touches; maybe a private safari to catch glimpses of tigers all on your own or a visit to a local school. We’re here to design your perfect holiday. Call us on 0844 875 1897.
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Overnight Comfort Level Hotel
in Hotel Raas Vilas Included meals: Breakfast
Hotel Raas Vilas
Hotel Raas Vilas offers well appointed, elegantly decorated rooms with air conditioning and WiFi. The hotel also has a an in-house restaurant serving a choice of food and drinks.
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Delhi
New Delhi was the creation of the British Raj in the 1930s. You will visit the major sights here including the elegant parliament buildings designed by Edward Lutyens and famous sights such as India Gate, the Rajpath, Qutub Minar and Humayun's Tomb. After your sightseeing, drive to Agra.
Overnight Comfort Level Hotel
in Utkarsh Vilas Included meals: Breakfast
Utkarsh Vilas
This hotel is fantastically located, just one kilometre from the awe-inspiring Taj Mahal. The hotel’s facilities include a swimming pool, bar and restaurant, and a full service spa.
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Taj Mahal and Agra fort
Take a rickshaw ride to the Taj Mahal at sunrise and discover Agra’s fort.
Overnight Comfort Level Hotel
in Utkarsh Vilas Included meals: Breakfast
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Bharatpur
After breakfast, a scenic drive to Bharatpur, stopping at the deserted sandstone city of Fatehpur Sikri. Upon arrival at Bharatpur, visit Keoladeo National Park, an important bird sanctuary.
Overnight Comfort Level Hotel
in Udai Vilas Palace Included meals: Breakfast
Udai Vilas Palace
Set among two acres of lush gardens, Udai Vilas Palace is a nice hotel with air-conditioned rooms, all with television, mini-bar and telephone. Facilities include a swimming pool, sauna and gym. Located only a kilometre from Keoladeo National Park, it’s a good base for your stay.
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Ranthambore National Park
Board the train to Swai Madhupur and enjoy a safari through Ranthambore National Park (optional).
Overnight Comfort Level Hotel
in Ranthambore Regency Included meals: Breakfast
Ranthambore Regency
Ranthambore Regency offers a friendly and comfortable stay within a family run environment. The hotel also offers bar, restaurant and swimming pool.
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Ranthambore National Park
Morning and afternoon game drives in search of tigers. Ranthambore National Park lies on the eastern borders of Rajasthan, encompassing nearly 400sq km of lush jungle, turquoise lakes and ancient temples. It provides a rich haven for crocodiles, leopards, tigers and some 300 species of birds.
Overnight Comfort Level Hotel
in Ranthambore Regency Included meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Ranthambore National Park
Enjoy another game drive through the park and take an overnight train to Katni.
Overnight Comfort Level Hotel
in Ranthambore Regency Included meals: Breakfast, Lunch
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Bandhavgarh National Park
Safari in Bandhavgarh National Park searching for tigers. Bandhavgarh sits nestled amongst the hills and plains that lie in the shadow of the Vindhyan Mountains. The park boasts the highest density of tigers in the country, as well as a healthy population of leopards. Its forested hills and wetlands offer sanctuary not only to big cats, but also wild boar and jackals.
Overnight Comfort Level Hotel
in Tiger Den Resort Included meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Tiger Den Resort
Tiger Den Resort is located near to the local village, the elegantly decorated cottage rooms each have a private balcony overlooking the hills of the Vindhyanchal range.
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Kanha National Park
Drive to Kanha National Park for an afternoon safari.
Overnight Comfort Level Hotel
in Royal Tiger Resort Included meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Royal Tiger Resort
Royal Tiger Resort offers 18 well-appointed suites decorated and influenced by the mud cottages of the local tribes people. The restaurant offers great cuisine including organic vegetables and fresh river fish.
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Kanha National Park
A full day in Kanha National Park, one of the largest parks in India. Covering some 2000sq km, this spectacular reserve is one of India's 'Project Tiger' sanctuaries and presents an excellent location to spot these elusive predators. It also provides an important refuge for the rare swamp deer (saving this species from near extinction) and the Indian bison.
Overnight Comfort Level Hotel
in Royal Tiger Resort Included meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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To Delhi
Fly to Delhi for your flight to the UK.
Overnight Comfort Level Hotel
in Hotel Raas Vilas Included meals: Breakfast