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Indian Safari adventure
India in 11 Days, 9 Nights in Destination
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Our tour through India’s biggest and most diverse national parks, including wildlife spotting with a chance to meet the mighty royal Bengal tiger and also explore the beautiful city of Delhi.
Trip Highlights
- Bandhavgarh National Park
- Delhi
- Kanha National Park
- Pench National Park
Included
All flights
Accommodation
All transfers
Activities
Some meals
Availability
Departures available until June 2026
Available Group tours
Solo travelers available
Add up to 5 nights to your stay
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charm included
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Itinerary
Explore Delhi and admire the contrast between the old and new parts of the city. Get to explore the country’s wildlife across its national parks, beginning with Bandhavgarh, known for its large population of tigers. You’ll then visit Kanha, and admire its biodiversity and lush forests, and finally the mystical Pench, the park that inspired the famous Jungle Book.
1st Day: UK/Ireland - Night on board
Are you ready to experience the land of a thousand colours? Pack your bags and set off to your departure airport ready for your flight* to Delhi, India's vibrant capital! Night on board.
*If either your outbound or inbound flights depart in the early hours (before 4:00 a.m.) you must arrive at the airport the night before the indicated departure day.
2nd Day: Delhi
Arrive at Indira Gandhi International Airport for your touchdown in India. Welcome to Delhi, the country’s captivating capital where old and new cultures blend seamlessly, and its bustling streets are rich with history. From the airport, you’ll be transfered to the hotel. Overnight stay in Delhi.
Accommodation
ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
The Leela Ambience or similar
5271 Reviews
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3rd Day: Delhi
Breakfast at the hotel. Today, you will have a full-day tour of Old and New Delhi. In the oldest part of the city, you’ll walk down through Chandni Chowk’s crowded streets, twisting alleys, and tiny shops. You’ll ride a classic Rickshaw past the Red Fort and visit Raj Ghat, a memorial dedicated to Mahatma Gandhi.
In New Delhi, you’ll drive past India Gate, a memorial to Indian soldiers who died in World War I. Finally, drive past the President’s House before visiting Qutab Minar, a minaret skyscraper. Overnight stay in Delhi.
Accommodation
ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
The Leela Ambience or similar
5271 Reviews
See our full selection
Activities
Tour of New Delhi
Moderate
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Tour of Old Delhi
Moderate
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4th Day: Delhi - Jabalpur by flight - Bandhavgarh
Breakfast at the hotel. It’s time to leave Delhi for Bandhavgarh. You’ll be transfered to the airport for your flight to Jabalpur. When you arrive, you’ll take a drive to the national park, where you will check in at the hotel and have dinner. Overnight stay in Bandhavgarh.
Distance covered today: 190 km in 04:30 hours.
Accommodation
ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
Bandhav Vilas or similar
428 Reviews
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5th Day: Bandhavgarh
Breakfast at the hotel. It's safari time. The first game drive will be in the morning. Bandhavgarh National Park is known for its high tiger density, making it a top choice for tiger sightings. You’ll head back to the hotel for lunch and back to your second game drive. You’ll head back once again to the hotel for dinner. Overnight stay in Bandhavgarh.
Accommodation
ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
Bandhav Vilas or similar
428 Reviews
See our full selection
Activities
Afternoon Safari in Bandhavgarh National Park
Light
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Morning Safari in Bandhavgarh National Park
Light
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6th Day: Bandhavgarh - Kanha
Breakfast at the hotel. You’ll embark on a scenic drive to Kanha. Today we suggest an optional afternoon safari* tour to get acquainted with the park’s flora and fauna. You’ll arrive at the hotel for check-in and a delightful dinner. Overnight stay in Kanha.
*Optional afternoon safari: Experience an afternoon safari through Kanha National Park and discover its rich wildlife and vegetation.
Distance covered today: 215 km in 5 hours.
Accommodation
ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
Chitvan Jungle Lodge or similar
614 Reviews
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Activities
Afternoon Safari in Kanha National Park
Light
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7th Day: Kanha
Breakfast at the hotel. Today you’ll enjoy another round of morning and afternoon game drives through Kanha National Park, where you will be able to admire the lush Sal forests and its diverse wildlife, with a chance to spot the rare Barasingha, the region’s indigenous swamp deer. Lunch and dinner will be provided at the hotel. Overnight stay in Kanha.
Accommodation
ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
Chitvan Jungle Lodge or similar
614 Reviews
See our full selection
Activities
Afternoon Safari in Kanha National Park
Light
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Morning Safari in Kanha National Park
Light
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8th Day: Kanha - Pench
Breakfast at the hotel. Your adventure continues in Pench National Park. You’ll leave Kanha in the morning and drive to your new hotel, where you will check in and enjoy dinner. If you arrive early, we recommend taking the afternoon safari* through the park. Overnight stay in Pench.
*Optional afternoon safari: Experience an afternoon safari through Pench National Park and explore its diverse vegetation and animals.
Distance covered today: 200 km in 5 hours.
Accommodation
ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
Pugdundee Safaris Pench T... or similar
265 Reviews
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Activities
Afternoon Safari in Pench National Park
Light
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9th Day: Pench
Breakfast at the hotel. Your morning and afternoon game drives today will be through Pench National Park, the inspiration for The Jungle Book. You’ll find rich biodiversity, with a chance to spot leopards, sloth bears, and wild dogs.
Lunch and dinner will be served at the hotel. Overnight stay in Pench.
Accommodation
ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
Pugdundee Safaris Pench T... or similar
265 Reviews
See our full selection
Activities
Afternoon Safari in Pench National Park
Light
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Morning Safari in Pench National Park
Light
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10th Day: Pench - Nagpur - Delhi
Breakfast at the hotel. Today you’ll leave Pench National Park behind and head back to the city. You’ll be transfered to Nagpur airport for a flight back to Delhi. Overnight stay in Delhi.
Accommodation
ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
The Leela Ambience or similar
5271 Reviews
See our full selection
11th Day: Delhi - UK/Ireland
Breakfast* at the hotel. It’s time to leave India behind, and head back home, carrying with us the memories and a longer list of animals spotted. You’ll be transfered to the airport for your flight back home.
* Depending on the return flight schedule and the hotel breakfast service, you may not be able to enjoy the included breakfast on the last day.
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Categories Available:
charm
From £3,949
- Accommodation in Charm, Superior and Luxury category hotels.
Accommodation: 9 Nights
Day 2 to 4
The Leela Ambience
Location
New Delhi
Category
Nights
2
Rating TripAdvisor travelers
The hotels we select comply with our high standards and requirements per category. The allocation is dependent on availability and seasonality, so you can be assigned any of our selection, including the following: Eros Hotel New Delhi, Holiday Inn Mayur Vihar
Included activities
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The price includes
- Departures from main UK/Ireland airports.
- International flights UK/Ireland - Delhi - UK/Ireland.*more information
- Flight: Delhi - Jabalpur; Nagpur - Delhi.**more information
- 9 nights accommodation in Charm, Superior and Luxury category hotels.See hotels included
- 2 Breakfasts in Delhi and Full Board in Bandhavgarh, Kanha & Pench.***more information
- All transfers
- Visits and entrance fees as indicated in the itinerary.See itinerary
- All air taxes and fuel surcharge.
- ATOL Protection.
- Guide/s during the excursions.
- Rickshaw ride in Delhi.
- Jeep safari within Bandhavgarh, Kanha & Pench National Park.
Not included
Indian visa (required), drinks, tips and any other services not mentioned in what's included.
If you are traveling to India with a UK passport, you will require an Indian visa. For other passport holders, we recommend that you check with the Indian Embassy for further details: https://indianvisaonline.gov.in/evisa/tvoa.html
Note: We would like to remind you that tipping is not mandatory, but it is a common practice in the tourism industry. We recommend leaving tips of approximately 8 to 10 euros per day for tour guides, and 5 to 7 euros per day for drivers. Additionally, we suggest leaving a tip of 0.50 euros per suitcase for hotel staff to show your appreciation for their service.
*Due to the customs clearance rule of the government of India, if your flight stops at another city in India before arriving in Delhi, confirm at the departure desk in the UK/Ireland whether you should pick up your suitcase and pass customs control at the airport where the connection is made. Remember that if the flight stops in Mumbai you will need to pick up your luggage. Keep in mind that normally this whole process takes approximately 60 minutes.
**Documentation of the internal flights will be delivered to you on arrival at your destination. It is essential to fill in the passport information correctly for each passenger in the given boxes at the end of the reservations process.
***You have the possibility to upgrade to half-board or full board in Delhi by adding either 3 lunches and/or 3 dinners in the next step of the booking process.
Please note that copies of the passports for all travelers must be sent to customerservice@exoticca.com as required by the National Parks.
Entry requirements
Passport with a minimum of six months validity and at least two blank pages.
Visa
A visa is required to enter the country. Issued by the embassy or online E-Visa application one month before arrival in the country.
Currency
Indian Rupee.
Language
Hindi and English.
Electricity
220 V in the majority of the country. Electrical sockets are European style however an adapter may be useful.
Health
High levels of air pollution during winter (October to February). Northern cities are the most affected.
Time zone
GMT + 5:30.
Other useful information
Foreigners cannot bring Indian Rupees into the country, although you can bring foreign currency and exchange it once you arrive.
Tourist Office website
http://www.incredibleindia.org/
Remember to download your e-ticket to confirm the times of your flights and to complete online check-in using the airline’s website, or directly at the check-in desk at the airport.
Accommodation at the hotels is as indicated. In the event of any changes to accommodation, they will always be of the same or a higher category. The category of hotels is not standardized across all countries in the world. For this reason, the criteria may differ depending on the destination country's own standards.
In the case of adverse weather conditions, for safety reasons or for any other reasons deemed appropriate, the order and duration of the excursions included in the itinerary may be changed or canceled without prior notice.
If you have reduced mobility, require the use of a wheelchair, or you would prefer this tour to be a private experience for you and your group, you must contact our Experts at +44 20 8068 3176 before booking to ensure that your needs can be met.
While on the road, it is highly unlikely that the vehicle will be equipped with wifi or bathroom facilities, though rest stops will be made for long trips. We recommend purchasing a new SIM card at the airport or placing an e-SIM before travel to guarantee internet connection.
The Foreign & Commonwealth Office offer up-to-date travel advice by visiting https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice
Exoticca Travel Stories
Creating unforgettable memories, one traveller at a time
The trip was extremely well organised
The tour was an eye-opening experience that showed us many different sides of life in India and was a great introduction to a fascinating country. Our trip was an amazing experience and I would give Exoticca nothing less than 5 stars.
UK Foreign Travel Advice https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice.
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