Highlights
Discover fascinating tales, ancient architecture, and exotic wildlife in India
Look out for tigers, jungle cats, leopards, and an array of birds on game drives through Bandhavgarh and Ranthambore national parks.
Explore a collection of noteworthy cities with exceptional architecture, like the bustling Delhi and Agra, home of the Taj Mahal.
Admire the towns and buildings harking back to centuries ago, like Varanasi, Khajuraho Temples, and Amber Fort.
Spend your evenings relaxing in a combination of hotels where luxury meets total comfort.
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- Itinerary
- Dates & Prices
- Guided Groups of 2-10: USD2825 per person
- Accommodation
- Included
- Guide
- Entrance fees to parks and special areas
- Flights to and from Delhi
- Domestic flights during the tour
- Accommodations before and after the tour
- Tour guide gratuity
- Personal necessities such as drinks during mealtimes and laundry
- You can upgrade to single occupancy for a fee
- Local flight tickets
- FAQ
- How hard is the Wildlife and Cultural India Tour?
- Do I need a visa to travel to India?
- Are meals included on the Wildlife and Cultural India Tour?
- Do I need insurance?
- How do I get to Delhi to start this tour?
- Is the Wildlife and Cultural India Tour in English?
- Where does the Wildlife and Cultural India Tour end?
- Do I need special vaccines to travel to India?
- Are there any travel restrictions for India?
- When is the best time to travel to India for this tour?
- Reviews
- Tour Operator
Wildlife and Cultural India Tour Itinerary
Day 1 Arrive in Delhi
Meet and greet a tour representative upon arrival in Delhi before transferring to your hotel. Spend the rest of the day exploring Delhi at your leisure.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Delhi
Distance: None
Meals: None
Day 2 Sightseeing around Delhi
Enjoy a delicious breakfast before embarking on a sightseeing tour around New and Old Delhi with your tour guide. You’ll visit an array of places: Red Fort, Jama Masjid, Chandni Chowk, Raj Ghat, India Gate, Humayun’s Tomb, Qutub Minar, and much more!
Overnight Location: Hotel in Delhi
Distance: None
Meals: Breakfast
Day 3 Fly to Varanasi
Enjoy a tasty breakfast before departing to the airport for your flight to Varanasi, situated along the banks of the river Ganges. This city is also one of the pinnacle pilgrimage destinations in India! This city, which was built in the 11th century, contains around 2,000 temples. Upon arrival at the airport, another tour representative will meet you and transfer you to your hotel.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Varanasi
Distance: None
Meals: Breakfast
Day 4 Experience Varanasi
When the sun emerges from the horizon, embark on a scenic boat ride along the river Ganges. Amid the sparkling sun hues speckling the water, notice the thousands of people flocking to the river banks to worship the Sun God. After this magical experience, return to your hotel for breakfast. Once you’re full, you’ll get picked up for your sightseeing tour. Check out the Asi Ghat, Durga Temple, and the Golden Temple. Later on, you’ll head to the airport for your flight to Khajuraho.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Khajuraho
Distance: None
Meals: Breakfast
Day 5 Sightseeing around Khajuraho
Get ready to view one of the most remarkable sights on this tour: the Khajuraho Temples. Admire the erotic carvings etched into these temples dating back to the 10th century. While you’re here, you’ll visit the Eastern and Western Group of Temples. In the afternoon, you’ll hop in the car for a 5-hour drive to Bandhavgarh National Park, where exotic animals—tigers, leopards, jungle cats—roam the land!
Overnight Location: Hotel in Bandhavgarh
Distance: None
Meals: Breakfast
Day 6 Game Drive around Bandhavgarh
Get ready for the rugged adventure portion of this tour! Hop in a 4WD vehicle with an English-speaking guide for morning and afternoon safaris through the national park.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Bandhavgarh
Distance: None
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 7 Travel to Agra
Enjoy another safari during the morning before transferring to Umaria on a 45-minute drive in the early evening. Hop on an overnight train and head to Agra.
Overnight Location: Overnight train
Distance: None
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 8 Discover Agra
Meet a tour representative upon arrival at the Agra Railway Station and transfer to your hotel. In the afternoon, embark on a sightseeing tour around Agra. Visit one of the most significant buildings in the world, the Taj Mahal. Check out Agra Fort after. Finally, enjoy a relaxing night in your hotel!
Overnight Location: Hotel in Agra
Distance: None
Meals: Breakfast
Day 9 Drive to Ranthambore
Enjoy breakfast before transferring to Ranthambore —the second national park on this tour. Along your 6-hour drive, you’ll stop at Fatehpur Sikri, an abandoned city that was built in the 16th century. Upon arrival, check into your hotel and enjoy a relaxing evening.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Ranthambore
Distance: None
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 10 Safari in Ranthambore
Embark on game drives through the national park in the morning and afternoon with an English-speaking guide. Look out for tigers, jungle cats, sloth bears, and crocodiles.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Ranthambore
Distance: None
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 11 Drive to Jaipur
Wake up and go on an early morning safari through the national park before having breakfast at the hotel. After, transfer to Jaipur (3.5-hour drive). Upon arrival, admire the pink-tinted hues blanketing the city.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Jaipur
Distance: None
Meals: Breakfast
Day 12 Sightseeing around Jaipur
Enjoy a delicious breakfast before getting picked up for your sightseeing tour around Jaipur, where you’ll check out an array of historical attractions including Hawa Mahal (Palace of the Winds), City Palace, the unique-looking Jantar Mantar, and Amber Fort, the ancient capital of Jaipur.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Jaipur
Distance: None
Meals: Breakfast
Day 13 Drive to Delhi
Enjoy a relaxing breakfast before transferring to Delhi. Enjoy the rest of the day at your leisure upon arrival in Delhi.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Delhi
Distance: None
Meals: Breakfast
Day 14 Depart Delhi
Spend the morning relaxing or shopping at your leisure before checking out of the hotel and transferring to the airport. A tour representative will assist you with check out.
Overnight Location: None
Distance: None
Meals: Breakfast
Wildlife and Cultural India Tour Price and Dates
This guided cultural tour to Rajasthan in India is always run as a private tour for your group only. Please note that the prices might increase during public holidays.Prices below are per person:
Accommodation on Wildlife and Cultural India Tour
This tour will have you staying in 3-4 star hotels with modern necessities to keep you comfortable. Do note that rooms are double occupancy, but you can upgrade to single occupancy for an additional fee. Single travellers are also required to pay a supplement.
In some cases, the accommodation listed below may be swapped for other similar accommodations.
Single Rooms and Solo Travelers
You can pay a supplement to have a private room in a hotel. It’s also possible to match single travellers up.
What’s included in the Wildlife and Cultural India Tour?
Meals
13 breakfasts, 3 lunches, and 5 dinners are included.
Accommodations
Accommodations for 13 nights is included.
Transportation during the Tour
Transportation is included for the overnight train to Agra and transfers to pick-up and drop-off spots throughout the tour. Please note that there are two local flights during the tour (Delhi to Varanasi, Varanasi to Khajuraho) that aren’t included in the price, which you will either have to book yourself, or ask us to include into your tour package for an additional cost.
Also Included
Not included
Optional Extras
We rate this tour as a 1 / 5. It’s suitable for any level of fitness.
Check with your local country about visa requirements. You could also try this website, though you should verify with your government.
13 breakfasts, 3 lunches, and 5 dinners are included on this tour.
Yes, it is mandatory to have health and medical insurance to join this trip. Get your Travel Insurance.
You can fly into Indira Gandhi International Airport in Delhi where you will be met by your guide.
Yes, the tour guide speaks English.
The tour ends in Delhi, where you will be taken to the airport for your flight home.
Check with your family doctor.
Please check with your local government about travel restrictions before you book your tour. This map from the US Department of State provides an overview of the current status in countries around the globe. The UK‘s Foreign Office and Government of Canada also provide advice on foreign travel. Note that the travel advice may change depending on your nationality.
The best time to travel to Rajasthan for this tour is from October to June.
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