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Temples, Train & Tigers of India

15-Day Luxury Tour of India | 9 Destinations | Luxury Hotels | Cultural, Wildlife, City, Heritage, Fabric, Food & Village Tours | Kuno Cheetah Safari | Panna Tiger Safari | Off-Beat Travel Experiences | Explore Rural India | Best Months to Travel - From October to March | English-Speaking Local Guide at Every Destination | 8 Guests Max Per Group Tour
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There are two categories of hotels available for this tour of India -
5-Star Category Hotels - NZ $10990 per person.
5-Star Hotels -
  • The Imperial New Delhi
  • Brij Rama Palace Varanasi
  • Hotel Chandela Khajuraho
  • Bundelkhand Riverside Orchha
  • Forest Retreat Kuno National Park
  • Taj Agra Convention
  • Leela Palace Jaipur or Taj Jai Mahal Palace Jaipur
  • Roseate House Aerocity, New Delhi (For Departure)
Palace Category Hotels - Price on Request Strictly subject to availability.
Palace Hotels -

Inclusions

  • International Return Flights from New Zealand
  • Visas
  • Luxury 5-Star or Palace Category Hotels
  • Everyday Buffet Breakfast
  • 2 Lunches, 2 Dinners
  • Local Flight from Delhi to Varanasi
  • Executive Class Train from Varanasi to Khajuraho
  • Panna Tiger Safari
  • Kuno Cheetah Safari
  • Luxury Vehicle at your disposal 24x7, with Internet on-board
  • On-Board Complimentary Bottled Water / Soft Drinks / Snacks
  • English-speaking Tour Guides at Every Destination
  • Airport Arrivals & Departures
  • All Monument & Entrance Tickets & Stated Activities
  • Guided visit to the Taj Mahal & Forts
  • Guided visit to The Gwalior Fort

Luxury trips to India

Adventure group tours in India ITINERARY

(Our itinerary is flexible to our guests' preferences)
Day 1 FLY FROM NEW ZEALAND & ARRIVAL AT DELHI AIRPORT
Fly from a New Zealand airport and arrive at New Delhi airport early morning.Welcome to New Delhi! Start your day with a guided visit to 16th-century Humayun's Tomb after breakfast at the famous ‘Khan Market’. Transfer to your luxury hotel, 'Imperial New Delhi'. Built in 1936, this hotel has been an iconic luxury hotel since the British era. Relax for the day at your hotel.Day Highlights – • Breakfast at Khan Market & Humayun’s Tomb.• Arrival at the airport & transfer to your hotel.Hotel – The Imperial, New Delhi
Day 2 New Delhi (NO Road Travel)
We will try to arrange an early morning visit to the ‘Change of Guard Ceremony’ at the President’s Palace, depending on availability. This event only happens on a Saturday Morning (Your travel dates are timed accordingly). Back to your hotel for breakfast and relax for a couple of hours, as your hotel is near these monuments. Guided visit to the President’s Palace and the India Gate after lunch.Take an optional guided evening visit to the ‘Akshardham Temple’, which is lit up in the beautiful lights during the evening. Appreciate the beauty of this temple, which was built using the thousands of years of ancient architecture of India. Refresh your day with the Water Show at the Akshardham before Dinner. This show is in Hindi, but the vibe of being local is immense as you will sit on the stairs surrounded by locals to watch the show. Back to your hotel for dinner, or opt to dine outside at one of the famous restaurants on Pandara Road.Day Start Time - 7 AM for the Change of Guard ceremony, and in the afternoon for the rest of the day.Day Highlights –• Guided visit to India Gate & The President's Palace• Change of Guard Ceremony at The President’s Palace• Guided Visit to The Akshardham Temple.• Evening Water show at the Akshardham.
Day 3 Old Delhi Visit & Fly To Varanasi (1.5-Hour Flight)
A guided walk through the narrow streets of Old Delhi with your local host and guide who will give you an insider view of the culture, customs, businesses and lifestyle of Old Delhi. Finish this walk with lunch served at your host's haveli (Mansion with a Courtyard). Fly to Varanasi and check into your hotel before evening. Day Start Time - 8 AM Day Highlights –• Flight to Agra • Lunch Included• Guided visit to Old DelhiHotel – Brij Rama Palace or Guleria Kothi (5 Star Category) Nadesar Palace Varanasi(Palace Category)
Day 4 Varanasi
A morning visit to the Ghats. A guided walk around the ghats and temples of Varanasi, followed by a boat ride on the river Ganges. Relax at your hotel for the afternoon or visit the Sarnath Buddhist Pilgrim Site at your choice. The mesmerising Ganga Aarti ceremony is the highlight of your evening. Day Start Time - At your paceDay Highlights –• Varanasi Heritage Walk• Boat Ride on the River Ganges• Evening Ganga Aaarti Ceremony
Day 5 Guided visit to the Temples of Khajuraho and Train Ride (8-hour Train Travel)
An early morning Executive Class modern 'Vande Bharat' train ride will take you to the 10th-century temple complex in Khajuraho. Check into your hotel to freshen up. Take a guided tour of these temples after lunch and relax at your hotel for the evening. Day Start Time - 5 AM Day Highlights – • Train to Khajuraho• 10th-century Khajuraho temple complex
Day 6 Panna Tiger Safari & Travel to Orchha (3 Hours Road Travel)
Panna National Park has a thriving tiger population, estimated to be over 90 tigers. You have a Safari booked for the morning. A boat ride on the Ken River increases your chances of seeing a tiger, along with some wild river animals. You will be picked up from your hotel in a tiger safari jeep at 5.30 AM. A 3-hour road journey will take you to Orchha today after the safari. Day Start Time - 5.30 AM for the Morning Safari. Day Highlights – • Panna Tiger Safari• Travel to Orchha• A relaxed evening at the hotel. Hotel – Bundelkhand Riverside (5 Star Category), Raj Mahal Palace (Palace Category)
Please note—Tiger Reserve is closed for visitors from July to September due to the monsoon and tigers' mating season.
Day 7 Orchha (No Road Travel)
Orchha feels more authentic than any other town in Northern India. With a population of just over 8000, it offers stunning views of Medieval Indian Architecture. Consider the sunset view of Chattris, a visit to Classical architecture of Orchha Fort, or the stunning views of 'Chaturbhuj Temple'., these places will leave a long lasting impression on your memory. Day Start Time - After Lunch Day Highlights – • Guided visit to the Orchha Fort & Chaturbhuj Temple• Stunning sunset views of the Chattris from River Betwa
Day 8 Kuno National Park (3 hours Road Travel)
Cheetahs were officially declared extinct in India in 1952. In a landmark conservation effort on 17 September 2022, five females and three male cheetahs aged 4 to 6 years were introduced in Kuno National Park from Namibia and South Africa by the Indian Prime Minister. A significant milestone was reached when "Mukhi," the first India-born female cheetah, gave birth to five cubs in November 2025, marking the arrival of a second generation in the country, taking the population of Cheetahs to over 30 in total at Kuno. Kuno also has over 80 leopards. You have an evening Safari booked for the day. Relax at the lodge for the evening with dinner included. Day Start Time - 2 PM for the Evening Safari Day Highlights – • Kuno Cheetah Safari • A relaxed evening at the hotel. • Dinner Included Hotel – Kuno Safari Lodge
Please Note—Kuno National Park is closed for visitors from July to September.
Day 9 - Travel to Agra & visit the Gwalior Fort (5 hours Road Travel)
Depart Kuno after Breakfast. The day's highlight will be a 2-hour guided visit and lunch at the Gwalior Fort. Depart for Agra after lunch. Relax at your hotel for the evening. Day Start Time - 9 AM Day Highlights – • Guided visit to the Gwalior Fort• Drive to Agra
Day 10 - Guided visit to the Taj Mahal & Agra Fort (No Road Travel)
The day's highlight will be a guided visit to the Taj Mahal at Sunrise. After breakfast at your hotel, visit local marble artisans and go on a guided tour of the Agra Fort. Relax at your hotel for the evening. Day Start Time - At Sunrise Day Highlights – • Guided visit to the Taj Mahal• Guided Visit to Agra Fort
Day 11 - Jaipur (4 Hours Road Travel)
Travel to the Pink City, Jaipur. A stopover at Abhaneri Stepwell on the way. A guided visit to the Amber Fort & Pink City. After lunch, visit Jaipur's local textile market and relax for the evening at your hotel.
Day start time - 8 AM Day Highlights –• Guided visit to Amber Fort.• Guided visit to the Pink City• Visit to Palace of Winds (Hawa Mahal)• Guided visit to Textiles & Carpet making in Jaipur Hotel – Leela Palace Jaipur or Taj Jai Mahal Palace (5-star category) Taj Rambagh Palace (Palace Category)
Day 12 - Jaipur (No Road Travel)
A guided visit to Jaipur's early morning flower and vegetable market after breakfast, and join the morning ceremony at the Govind Dev Ji temple, followed by a guided visit to the City Palace and an 18th-century astronomical observatory built by the Maharaja of Jaipur. You can visit the local market of 'Bapu Bazaar' at your choice. After lunch, visit the local gemstones market on your way to Luxury Farm Stay near 'Kalwar' town. Get your complimentary laundry done and refresh to join a bonfire dinner with complimentary drinks, home cooking demonstration and a private folk dance show.
Day Start Time - 8 AM.Day Highlights – • Guided visit to the City Palace• Guided visit to the 18th-century Astronomical Observatory• Guided visit to Gemstone making in Jaipur• Guided visit to the morning flower and vegetable market. • Local food cooking demonstration• Dinner included with complimentary alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks• Private Folk dance and music show.
Day 13 Stay at the Aerocity
On your way to Delhi Aerocity after a Jaipur countryside visit. Relax for the evening at your hotel. The Aerocity offers you a beautiful selection of bars and restaurants, and a shopping mall. Day Start Time - 6 AM Hotels - Pride Plaza New Delhi Aerocity (5-Star) Roseate House (Palace Category)
Day 14 New Delhi Airport Departure
Take your scheduled flight back to New Zealand the next day.
Day 15 Arrival Back Home
Welcome back to New Zealand after a fabulous tour to India.
Given Prices are in NZD based on twin-sharing rooms. Flight options will be provided at the time of booking. Economy class flights are included in the price, and upgrades are available at extra cost. Departure points are Auckland, Wellington, Christchurch, Queenstown. The mentioned itineraries & activities are tentative and can change according to our guests' needs, preferences or unforeseen circumstances. The mentioned hotels are all 5-star categories and are subject to availability. In case of unavailability, a similar or upgraded hotel would be booked. Cancellation policy - 70% of the total tour amount can be refunded if cancelled four weeks before the arrival date of your tour of India. No refund is available if cancelled past four weeks before the arrival date. Full refund in credits if cancelled due to pandemics or natural calamities.
Payment Options & Privacy Policy
Payment Options - A 30 % payment is required at the time of tour booking and to book your international flights on a confirmed basis. The rest can be paid eight weeks before your departure. Payment can be made directly to a New Zealand bank account or by Debit/Credit card via PayPal.Privacy Policy - The client's information and copies of documents like the passport would be shared with third parties like airlines, hotels & visa authorities. Photographs taken during the tour can be uploaded on our social media platform and website with the verbal consent of our guests. Dietary Requirements—We can accommodate your nutritional needs on your trip to India. Please inform us in advance if you have any particular dietary requirements. This itinerary was last updated on 11 January 2026.