6-Day Private Tour of Indian Wildlife & Palaces from Colombo Port

6-Day Private Tour of Indian Wildlife & Palaces from Colombo Port

By Pacific Classic Tours India

Free cancellation available

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Features

Free cancellation available
6d
Mobile voucher
Instant confirmation
Selective hotel pickup
Multiple languages

Overview

Cruise passengers arriving at Colombo Port don’t have to miss out on seeing the neighbouring country India highlights.

The Taj Mahal in Agra, Ranthambhore Tiger Reserve, The Capital city of Delhi, and the Pink City of Jaipur. Fly 3.5 hrs from Colombo to Delhi and after the 6-day tour end your trip in Mumbai where you can again board your Cruise Ship.

Discover India’s famed Golden Triangle and wild Ranthambore Tiger Reserve on this private Tour from Colombo Port. Enjoy personalised attention from your guide and a flexible itinerary as you explore Delhi, Jaipur, and Agra, home to the Taj Mahal. Then, head out on a jungle safari and keep your eyes peeled for Bengal tigers as you journey through Ranthambore Tiger Reserve.

Five nights accommodation in 5-star hotels, meals per itinerary, all transport, Safari's in Ranthambhore Tiger Reserve, Guided sightseeing, entrance fees, port pick-up and drop-off, and economy class commercial flights (Colombo-Delhi and Jaipur-Mumbai) included.

Activity location

New Delhi
- New Delhi, National Capital Territory of Delhi, India

Meeting/Redemption Point

New Delhi
- New Delhi, National Capital Territory of Delhi, India

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Tour Cost Using 5* Hotels

6d
English

Pickup included

Travellers

Languages available

Starting time: 10:00 am

Price details

NZ$5,127.03 x 1 AdultNZ$5,127.03

Total

What's included, what's not

Services of English speaking naturalist during safaris in Ranthambore Tiger Reserve
Entrance fees of mentioned sights and national park
Colombo (Sri Lanka) Port pick-up and drop-off at Mumbai Port
Commercial Flights (Colombo-Delhi/Jaipur-Mumbai) in economy class
Lunch
5-nights hotel accommodation (5-star) on twin sharing basis
Unlimited Bottled water throughout the tour
Morning and afternoon Jungle safaris at Ranthambore Tiger Reserve in a Shared Jeep/Canter
Battery bus/golf cart return ride at Taj Mahal from parking
Professional private local tour guides for sightseeing's
Transport by private air-condition vehicle as per itinerary
Meals as specified each day in itinerary (B = breakfast, L = lunch, D = dinner)
Video Camera fees US$6 approx per video camera for all monuments mentioned
Food and drinks, unless specified
Service charge
Anything not mentioned in Inclusions

Know before you book

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travellers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travellers with poor cardiovascular health
Not recommended for pregnant travellers
Public transport options are available nearby
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Travellers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
You MUST confirm and obtain any visa requirements prior to border crossing; All visa requirements are the sole responsibility of the traveller
A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
In case of non-availability of Shared Jeep Safari in Ranthambhore Tiger Reserve during the festive period or peak tourist season, Safari's will be provided in a Shared Canter (20-seater Van)
Mandatory Gala Dinner on X-mas and New Year Eve at hotel of stay is not included and will be charged extra.
Passport name, number, expiry and country is required at time of booking for all participants
Travellers should be vaccinated and carry the covid vaccination certificate
Taj Mahal sunrise visit is subject to weather conditions
The duration of transfers are approximate, the exact duration will depend on the time of day and traffic conditions
Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
In Jungle wear colours that blend with the forest, khaki, brown and olive green are ideal colours to wear in a national park. Animals might get frightened when they see bright colours since they are not used to them

Activity itinerary

Day 1: Pick-up from Colombo Cruise Port & Fly to Delhi

1 stop
Meals: Not included
Accommodation: Overnight in Delhi: 5-star - Crowne Plaza New Delhi Okhla, an IHG Hotel or similar

New Delhi

Pick-up at 10 am approx from Colombo (Sri Lanka) Port and transfer to local airport to board a 3.5 hrs afternoon commercial flight to New Delhi. Met upon arrival at Delhi airport and transfer to your pre-booked hotel. Time permitting - In the evening you have the option to enjoy illuminated monuments - a pleasant walk at India Gate, President Palace and Parliament House.

Day 2: Delhi Sightseeing & Drive To Agra (3 Hrs Drive)

7 stops
Meals: breakfast
Accommodation: Overnight in Agra: 5-star - Hotel Jaypee Palace or similar

Qutub Minar

1h
Admission ticket included

Qutub Minar (a UNESCO World Heritage Site) - Built in the early 13th century, the red sandstone tower of Qutb Minar is 72.5 m high. The surrounding archaeological area contains funerary buildings, notably the magnificent Alai-Darwaza Gate, the masterpiece of Indo-Muslim art (built in 1311), and two mosques, including the Quwwatu'l-Islam, the oldest in northern India, built of materials reused from some 20 Brahman temples.

Humayun's Tomb

1h
Admission ticket included

Humayun's Tomb (Unesco World Heritage site) - is the tomb of the Mughal Emperor Humayun in Delhi. Built in 1570, is of particular cultural significance as it was the first garden tomb on the Indian subcontinent. It inspired several major architectural innovations, culminating in the construction of the Taj Mahal.

Gurudwara Bangla Sahib

Gurudwara Bangla Sahib or just Sikh Temple in Delhi is one of the main worship places for Sikhs. A beautiful white building flanked by a golden dome has a pool (Sarovar) inside the complex where the devotees take bath before entering the temple. The holy rhymes of Gurbani meditate the visitor. Volunteer yourself and make some Indian bread (Roti or Chapati) in a large community kitchen in-side the temple which serves free food daily to all the visitors and devotees of all religions, society, caste, and creed. If you like relish the delicious Indian food cooked and served for free in this Sikh temple.

India Gate

This imposing 42m-high stone memorial arch was designed by Lutyens in 1921. It pays tribute to around 90,000 Indian army soldiers who died in WWI, the Northwest Frontier operations and the 1919 Anglo-Afghan War.

Parliament House

This circular, colonnaded building, designed by Edwin Lutyens and Herbert Baker, was where the 1947 handover of power from Britain to the newly independent India took place, and parliament still meets here.

Rashtrapati Bhavan

Rashtrapati Bhavan or President House is the official residence of the President of India. Formerly home to the British Viceroy, the President’s House has 340 rooms, with 2.5km of corridors, and it's fascinating to take a peek inside.

Agra

Late afternoon drive 3hrs approx. to the City of Taj Mahal - Agra an ancient city on the banks of the River Yamuna. Upon arrival in Agra, check into your pre-booked hotel.

Day 3: Agra Sightseeing & Drive To Ranthambhore Tiger Reserve (5 Hrs Drive)

3 stops
Meals: breakfast, snacks
Accommodation: Overnight in Ranthambhore: 5-star - The Tigress Resort and Spa or similar

Taj Mahal

2h
Admission ticket included

This morning (at sunrise) takes you early to the breathtaking Taj Mahal (a Unesco World Heritage Site) to avoid the crowds and heat in the daytime. Just immerse yourself in its amazing architecture, history, and beauty. The magical allure of the Taj Mahal shall definitely be the highlight of your tour. Later back to your hotel and enjoy your breakfast and soon after breakfast check out from hotel and visit a marble inlay studio (after seeing the exquisite Taj inlays, you must want to know how this marble magic works).

Agra Fort

1h
Admission ticket included

Early afternoon visit Agra Fort (a Unesco World Heritage Site) - is a historical fort along the bank of the Yamuna River in the city of Agra. It was the main residence of the emperors of the Mughal Dynasty until 1638 and one of the finest Mughal forts in India. Walking through courtyard after courtyard of this palatial red-sandstone and marble fortress, your amazement grows as the scale of what was built here begins to sink in.

Ranthambhore Tiger Reserve

Afternoon drive 5hrs approx. to Ranthambore Tiger Reserve one of the favourite national parks in India due to the high density of tigers living in their natural habitat. It is a former royal hunting ground and home to tigers, leopards and marsh crocodiles. Upon arrival in Ranthambhore, check inn to the Jungle Resort.

Day 4: Morning and Afternoon Jungle Safari's at Ranthambhore Tiger Reserve

2 stops
Meals: breakfast, lunch, snacks
Accommodation: Overnight in Ranthambhore: 5-star - The Tigress Resort and Spa or similar

Ranthambore Tiger Reserve

3h
Admission ticket included

Enjoy a morning Safari in the Tiger Reserve in a shared Jeep/Canter in search of Tigers. The Ranthambhore National Park offers perhaps the world’s best chance to see Royal Bengal tigers. You'll drive through the park in search of these beautiful and awe-inspiring creatures with an expert guide who knows the park and its big cats like the back of their hand. After the safari Return to your resort, enjoy the breakfast and relax.

Ranthambore Tiger Reserve

3h
Admission ticket included

Enjoy an afternoon safari in the Tiger Reserve in a shared Jeep/Canter in search of Tigers that gives you another opportunity to explore Ranthambore National park. Apart from wildlife, there are also lakes, ruins of palaces, traditional Chhatri, old fortifications and a majestic 1,000-year-old fort within the park.

Day 5: Drive Ranthambhore - Jaipur (3 Hrs Drive) & Afternoon Jaipur Sightseeing

4 stops
Meals: breakfast
Accommodation: Overnight in Jaipur: 5 star - Hotel Hilton Jaipur or similar

Jaipur

After breakfast check out from Ranthambhore Jungle Resort and drive 3hrs approx. to the Pink City of Jaipur. Here the past comes alive in magnificent forts and palaces, blushed pink, where once lived the maharajas. Upon arrival in Jaipur, check inn to the hotel before leaving for afternoon half-day sightseeing of Jaipur.

City Palace of Jaipur

1h
Admission ticket included

The City Palace is the residence of the royal family. A complex of courtyards, gardens and buildings. There are palace buildings from different eras, some dating from the early 20th century. It is a striking blend of Rajasthani and Mughal architecture.

Jantar Mantar - Jaipur

1h
Admission ticket included

Jantar Mantar Observatory (a Unesco World Heritage Site) - is a collection of curving geometric buildings that are carefully calibrated to monitor the movement of the stars and planets.

Birla Mandir Temple

Birla Mandir Or Birla Temple built in white marble at the base of Moti Dungri hill in Jaipur is one of the many Birla Temples all around India. However, Birla Mandir in Jaipur is a special one due to its intricate latticework in white marble. The temple is dedicated to Lord Vishnu (One of the Trinity of GODS and preserver of the universe) and being at the temple during the arti ( puja ) in the evening is an experience.

Day 6: Jaipur Sightseeing & Evening Flight To Mumbai - Drop-off Mumbai Cruise Port

6 stops
Meals: breakfast
Accommodation: Not included

Sheesh Mahal (Hall of Mirrors)

2h
Admission ticket included

After breakfast check out from the hotel and visit Sheesh Mahal (mirror palace), which is a part of a Palace that sits atop a small hill is an extensive palace complex that has been built with pale yellow and pink sandstone, and with white marble. The palace is divided into four main sections that are graced with their own courtyards.

Panna Meena ka Kund

30m
Admission ticket included

Next visit Panna Meena ka Kund (Stepwell) - The beautiful 16th-century yellow-colored pretty baori (step-well) with geometrical designs and sharp shadows that has been restored. This stepwell was built so the people of Amer could collect water, which was later used at many temples nearby. Women also came here to fill their water pots for household work. Apart from this, Panna Meena ka Kund was a resting place for many travellers—business people and saints alike—as the temperature inside the stepwell is significantly cooler.

Jal Mahal

Photo Stop at Jal Mahal (Water Palace) - Near the cenotaphs of the maharanis of Jaipur and beautifully situated in the watery expanse of Man Sagar, is this dreamlike palace. It's origins are uncertain, but it was believed to have been extensively restored if not built by Jai Singh II (1734).

Hawa Mahal - Palace of Wind

Photo Stop at Hawa Mahal (Palace of Winds) - Jaipur’s most distinctive landmark is an extraordinary pink-painted delicately honeycombed hive that rises a dizzying five storeys. It was constructed in 1799 by Maharaja Sawai Pratap Singh to enable ladies of the royal household to watch the life and processions of the city.

Monkey Temple

1h
Admission ticket included

Lastly visit 15th-century Galtaji Temple (The Abode of Monkeys) - also known as Monkey Temple is famous for its rather complex structure. It has three sacred pools of water and is surrounded by two granite cliffs. You can actually spot a lot of monkeys swimming in those pools.

Mumbai

Early evening you will be transferred to Jaipur airport to board your onward commercial flight to the Port City of Mumbai. Met upon arrival at Mumbai airport and transfer to your Ship.

Location

Activity location

New Delhi
- New Delhi, National Capital Territory of Delhi, India

Meeting/Redemption Point

New Delhi
- New Delhi, National Capital Territory of Delhi, India

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