India Golden Triangle - Tiger Safari Tour (133008),Holiday Packages to New Delhi, Jaipur, Jaipur, New Delhi, Jaipur

Package Overview

If you have upper body strength, enquire about this fascinating tiger safari holiday that combines a visit to Ranthambore Tiger Reserve with the highlights of the Golden Triangle. Visit Old & New Delhi, view the magnificent Taj Mahal in Agra and enjoy the sights of the 'pink city' of Jaipur. Accessibility is not to European standards, but your English speaking guide will assist you. All transfers included.

HIGHLIGHTS
• New Delhi • Old Delhi • Red Fort • Taj Mahal
• Agra Fort • Fatehpur Sikri • Jaipur • City Palace
• Amber Fort • Elephant Interaction

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Day wise Itinerary

Day 1 : Arrival

You will be met at Delhi Airport and transferred to your hotel in this ancient capital of kingdoms and empires that is now a sprawling metropolis.

Delhi's strategic location was one of the main reasons why successive dynasties chose it as their seat of power and today it is a conglomerate of seven cities. The division between the old walled city and New Delhi marks a division in lifestyles, with the old city retaining its past traditions whilst New Delhi strives to match the pace of the 21st century.

Please be aware that in India sometimes an accessible room (booked & paid for well in advance) may not be available at check-in e.g. because prior guest has extended their stay. In the unlikely event of this happening, we will move you to a similar category hotel that does have an accessible room available.
Day 2 : New Delhi

This morning enjoy a half day orientation tour of modern New Delhi, starting with a visit to the Qutub Minar, an ancient victory tower built of red sandstone and marble in 1199 and still the tallest minaret in India. With its imposing cylindrical towers and surrounding ruins, it is today a World Heritage site.

Our next stop is Humayuns Tomb, the beautiful mausoleum of the Mughul emperor Akbar, that inspired the Taj Mahal (view from the garden area only, as tomb is not accessible). We then drive along the Rajpath - the capital's broadest avenue - where you will see the imposing arch of the India Gate war memorial, Parliament House, the Rashtrapati Bhavan presidential residence built for the Viceroy of India, and the government buildings on Raisina Hill.

We also drive past the Lakshmi Naryan Temple, also known as Birla Mandir (view from the outside only, as not accessible). Afterwards we return to your hotel, with balance of afternoon at leisure - although your driver will be on standby if you would like to do more exploring.

Note: These sights are not fully wheelchair accessible, but you will have sufficient access to appreciate them
- Hotspots : Rashtrapati Bhavan, India Gate
- Themes : Heritage
Day 3 : Old Delhi

This morning experience a full day tour of the 17th century walled city of Old Delhi, which came to prominence when Shah Jahan moved his capital from Agra.

We drive past 300-year old Chandni Chowk market, a maze of lanes crowded with noisy shops selling an extraordinary variety of items and foods, and the Jamia Masjid (or Friday Mosque), the largest in India. We then visit the Red Fort with its imposing walls & battlements, that was once the most opulent palace in the Mughal Empire and continue to the Raj Ghat - the simple but moving memorial on the site where Mahatma Gandhi was cremated.

After lunch (own account) we visit the magnificent Swaminarayan Akshardham Temple showcasing 10,000 years of Indian culture.

Note: Both the Red Fort and the Temple are closed Mondays, when alternative sightseeing is offered. Not all sites are fully wheelchair accessible, but you will have sufficient access to appreciate them.
- Hotspots : Akshardham Temple
Day 4 : Agra

This morning we drive 3.5-hours from Delhi to the ancient city of Agra, set along the banks of the Yamuna River and originally the capital of the Mughal Empire.

Agra is world renowned as the home of the Taj Mahal - that great symbol of love built by emperor Shah Jahan in the 16th century as a memorial to his beautiful wife Mumtaz Mahal. This magnificent white marble mausoleum took 22 years to build and, apart from its stunning design and perfect symmetry, it is noted for its elegant domes, intricately carved screens and some of the best marble inlay work ever done.

Sunrise and sunset are particularly good times to visit and see the dome subtly change its colour. We visit this magnificent mausoleum, before checking into our hotel.

Note: Taj Mahal is closed every Friday and you cannot take anything in with you except your camera, water and medicine. Please note it is wheelchair accessible only to the base of the mausoleum as there are steps up to the main platform, which is not accessible.
Day 5 : Agra

This morning ask your guide to take you across the river to view the Taj Mahal at sunrise. Also visit the much quieter Itmad-ud-Daulah - fondly known as the "Baby Taj", as this mausoleum built to honour the grandfather of Mumtaz was the forerunner of the Taj Mahal.

Afterwards we visit Agra Fort, a massive structure with walls over 70-ft high and 1.5-miles long that encompasses an astounding collection of well preserved buildings, many of them completed during the reign of Shah Jahan. After he was deposed by his son, he was imprisoned in this fort where he remained until his death - spending the rest of his life looking out along the river to the final resting place of his beloved wife. Afterwards we return to your hotel, with afternoon at leisure.

Note: There is limited wheelchair access at both Baby Taj & Agra Fort, but sufficient to appreciate them.
Day 6 : Fatehpur Sikri

This morning we travel 1-hour to the magnificent red sandstone royal city of Fatehpur Sikri, built by the emperor Mohammad Akbar as the capital of the Mughal Empire. The city was abandoned due to water shortage, when the capital was moved north to Delhi, and in more recent years the fort has provided a dramatic backdrop to several famous films.

We then drive 6-hours to Sawai Madhopu and check into your lodge situated outside Ranthambore National Park. This world famous tiger sanctuary was originally the hunting grounds of the Maharaja of Jaipur. Today it is the largest wildlife reserve in northern India, covering an area of over 250 sq miles (400 sq km).

Note: there is limited wheelchair access at Fatehpur Sikri, but sufficient for you to enjoy this magnificent structure.
Day 7 : Ranthambore National Park

This morning enjoy a game drive in Ranthambore National Park.

Early morning is the best time to see tigers, but be aware that it is extremely difficult to find them in the jungle and sightings are never guaranteed. Best viewings are generally at the end of the dry season (March to May, although it is extremely hot from April onwards), when the tigers search out the waterholes - but you need to take at least 4 game drives for a good chance of a sighting.

Other animals you can hope to see include leopard, hyena, jackal, jungle cat, caracal, civet, desert cat, mongoose, ratel, sloth bear, langur & macaque monkeys, wild boar, palm squirrel, flying fox, porcupine, long-eared hedgehog, marsh crocodile, tortoise and soft shelled turtle. Also antelope such as sambar deer, chital, nilgai, chinkara and black buck.

In the afternoon return to the park for another game drive. In addition to the many mammals and reptiles, there are over 270 bird species - including eagles, falcons, owls, graylag geese, flamingos, parakeets, fly catchers, bee eaters, grebe, terns, woodpeckers, hornbills and kingfishers.

Note: You need some upper body strength for this safari, as you will need to be lifted into the front seat of the game viewing vehicle. We always try to book jeep safaris, but these can only be reserved 90 days in advance and cannot be guaranteed - in which case your game drive will be in a 20-seater canter. In the winter months, morning safaris require warm clothes including woolly hats and gloves to protect you from the wind chill in your open vehicle.

Zones 1 to 5 of this tiger reserve are closed during the monsoon season (July to early October), but Zones 6 to 10 remain open.
- Themes : Jungle Safari, Jeep Safari
Day 8 : Jaipur

Today we travel 4-hours from Ranthambore National Park to the chaotic and colourful "Pink City" of Jaipur - home to over 3 million people.

On arrival check into your hotel in this capital city of Rajasthan.
Day 9 : Jaipur

Today enjoy a tour of Jaipur with its many vivid colours.

Our first stop is to view the magnificent Hawa Mahal (the "Palace of the Winds") designed in the form of the crown of the Hindu god Krishna. This five-storey frontage looks like a bee's honeycomb with 953 small windows, each decorated with intricate latticework so that the court ladies living in secluded purdah could watch royal processions, without being seen themselves. Built of red and pink sandstone, it is particularly striking early in the morning when lit by the sunrise.

We then visit the Jantar Mantar Observatory, the largest stone and marble crafted observatory in the world and a World Heritage site. It is the best preserved of five observatories built by Jai Singh, the founder of Jaipur. It has 17 large instruments, many of them still in working condition.

Our day ends with a visit to the City Palace, the former Royal Residence part of which is now a museum. One of the major attractions here is the armoury with its impressive array of pistols, blunderbusses, flintlocks, swords, rifles and daggers used by the Maharajas of Jaipur. The Textile and Costume museum on the first floor is another fine display, with items from all over India.

Note: Wheelchair access is limited at all these sites, but you will have some access.
- Hotspots : Hawa Mahal, City Palace
- Themes : Heritage
Day 10 : Amber Fort

This morning we visit Amber Fort, a magnificent royal palace built from pale yellow & pink sandstone and white marble. It is divided into four main sections, each with its own courtyard.

We enter through the Sun Gate (Suraj Pol), which leads to the main courtyard (Jaleb Chowk), where returning armies would display their war booty to the people. Women could view them from the veiled windows of the palace.

Afterwards you have the opportunity to enjoy an Elephant Interaction, spending 2 to 3-hours up close and personal with Asian elephants cared for by a mahout family. You can touch and help feed them and learn about elephant decoration. Also learn about elephant medicines and treatments, before accompanying the elephants into the village.

Note: Wheelchair access is limited at Amber Fort. If you are travelling in a manual wheelchair, you will be transferred by jeep from the parking area to the top of the fort, with your wheelchair in the boot. From here you will have some access to the first part of this magnificent fort, but you will be unable to access the Palace of Mirrors. This excursion is not suitable for permanent power chair users who cannot transfer in this way.
- Hotspots : Amber Fort
Day 11 : Delhi

Transfer to Jaipur Airport for you flight to the bustling city of Delhi.

You will be met at Delhi Airport and transferred to your airport hotel.

Note: At some Indian airports you may be manually lifted into the plane using an aisle chair.
Day 12 : Departure

Transfer to Delhi Airport for your flight home.

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Price & Rates

No of pax	Age Limit	Price per pax (Rs)
Adult	Above 12 years	$ 2522 / Adult

* Mentioned prices may vary depending upon date of travel, hotel availability, surge pricing and seasonal rush.

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Package Start From

New Delhi, Delhi, India, Asia

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Terms & Conditions

Payment Terms & Methods :
* Some Advance Percentage of total booking amount
* Airfare/Transport fare to be paid full at one time in advance.

Cancellation & Refund Policy :
* Upon cancellation, refund will be made after deducting the Retention Amount.
* Retention Amount varies as per the number of days left before your package start date.

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