EXPERIENCE INDIA

Sensuous – Sublime – Stimulating –Mysterious and Captivating - Amazing wildlife

Delhi

Capital of the world’s largest democracy, a paradox of old and new. Old Delhi is the Mughal city created by Shah Jahan in the 17th century. Historically the city consists of seven successive cities - the British-built New Delhi being number 8.

Bandhavgarh

A spectacular stop on any serious India safari, Bandhavgarh is renowned for one of the country’s highest concentrations of Bengal tigers. Originally established as a national park in 1968, Bandhavgarh was declared a protected tiger reserve in 1993. It is a relatively small park with a thriving tiger population, offering visitors a good chance of encountering distinctive Indian wildlife.

Kanha

Situated in central India in the Satpura Hills, the park covers a rich and varied wildlife habitat. Its lush bamboo forests, grassy meadows and ravines provide a home for the rare and endeangered swamp deer with 12-point antlers, along with the Bengal tiger, leopards and wild dog. The Banjaar River bordering the park provides a steady water source for wildlife.

Hyderabad

History city of the ‘White Mughals’ and Nizams, famous for modern IT development and gems, historic Golconda Fort, the old-world charm of Charminar Lanes, private art collections, and spectacular Showmanhallan Palace.

Agra

Historic Mughal capital, synonymous with Shah Jahan’s magnificent Taj Mahal. The splendours of Agra, capital of all India for over a century under the Mughals, remains undiminished - home to the finest of Mughal architecture. Red Fort – a massive red sandstone fort and palace, and Shah Jahan’s prison for his last 8 years.

Ranthambore

Ranthambore National Park is a vast wildlife reserve in Rajasthan, northern India. It is a former royal hunting ground and home to tigers, leopards and marsh crocodiles. Its landmarks include the imposing 10th-century Ranthambore Fort on a hilltop, and the Ganesh Mandir temple. Also in the park, Padam Talao Lake is known for its spectacular abundance of water lilies.

Jaipur

Jai Singh’s pink showcase city of Rajasthani architecture, and centre of the jewellery industry. The Amber Fort – a magnificent Raiput stronghold in the Aravalli Hills close to Jaipur. Palace of Winds façade, the world-famous icon of Jaipur. An unbelievable medieval Observatory, the largest of its kind in the world.

Jodhpur

The ‘Blue City’ of feudal splendour overlooked by the mighty Mehrangarh Fort, (the most impressive and majestic in the world) walls 125 metres and stunning views. This 500-year-old settlement was the headquarters of the famous Rathore Raiputs, renowned for its vibrant colours, towering forts and palaces that rise from the sand, like a mirage. It is now a major centre for handicrafts.

Udaipur

Romantic ancient Hindu capital, the spectacular ‘City of Lakes’, dominated by the City Palace. The Lake Palace, the most photographed hotel in the world, romantic, timeless, picture perfect, along with the City Palace, 300 years old, largest in Rajasthan with a fortress façade reflected in Lake Pichola. The Crystal Gallery and Durbar Hall is a royal portrait gallery and sword display, with chandeliers and cut-crystal furniture.

Mumbai

Huge metropolis at the heart of India’s new economy, and home of Bollywood.