Palaces and Peacocks
12 days / 11 nights
Start anticipating your Indian adventure with a short summary of what you can expect each day to bring.
This adventure begins in Mumbai and ends in Delhi.
Day 1: Mumbai
On arrival at Mumbai International Airport, you will be warmly welcomed by a member of the &Beyond India team, who will drive you to your hotel.
On the shores of the Arabian Sea, Mumbai is a fascinating cosmopolitan metropolis that embodies all India's diverse traditions rolled into one.
Spend two nights in an ensuite deluxe room at the Taj Mahal Palace & Tower. Your stay includes bed and breakfast.
Day 2: Mumbai
After breakfast, you will be taken on a guided tour of Mumbai. The city's highlights include Elephanta Island, with its ancient caves and temples, the monumental Gateway to India, the Victoria Terminus, with its incredible mixture of British and Indian architecture, and the Prince of Wales Museum.
Day 3 - 5: Kanha National Park
This morning you will catch a flight to Nagpur, where an air-conditioned vehicle will be waiting to take you on the six-hour drive to Kanha National Park.
Prime tiger wilderness, Kanha National Park is a renowned conservation area. This picturesque reserve boasts the ideal habitat for both tigers and their prey species. Lush sal and bamboo forests are interspersed with vast grassy meadows known as maidans, while the Banjaar River provides a steady water source for the abundant wildlife.
Relax for three nights in an elegant tented suite at &Beyond Banjaar Tola Kanha Tented Camp. Explore the park and discover its wildlife on morning and afternoon game drives conducted in open 4x4 safari vehicles in the company of expert naturalists.
Day 6 - 7: Pench National Park
A spectacular reserve set in typical Central Indian teak jungle, Pench takes its name from the meandering Pench River which intersects the park. It supports a variety of wildlife, including tiger, leopard, wild dog, gaur, sambar, chital and brilliant bird life.
Indulge in two nights in a suite at &Beyond Baghvan Pench Jungle Lodge. Specially designed open 4x4 vehicles takes you into the jungle to track exotic wildlife with the help of highly trained naturalists.
Day 8: Mumbai
After your morning game drive, you will be chauffeured back to Nagpur in time to catch a flight back to Mumbai.
Spend the night at The Trident Bandra Kurla.
Day 9: Udaipur
Today you will board a flight to Udaipur, where a vehicle will be waiting to take you to your hotel.
Relax for two nights in a palace room at Taj Lake Palace,
looking out onto majestic hills, serene lakes and lofty palaces.
In the late afternoon you will enjoy a boat cruise on the blue waters of Lake Pichola, with the white marble palace at the backdrop. A magical dining moment will materialise on a marigold bedecked pontoon in the middle of the lake.
Day 10: Udaipur
This morning you will visit the architectural marvels of the Eklingji and Nagda Temples. In the afternoon, your guide will take you on a tour of the City Palace, with its fascinating combination of military architecture and decorative techniques.
Day 11: Jodhpur
Enjoy a leisurely morning before taking an afternoon flight to Jodhpur.
You will be driven to the Umaid Bhawan Palace, one of the largest
residences in the world, set amidst 26 acres (10 hectares) of lush
gardens.
In the evening you will enjoy a private and exclusive tour of the imposing Mehrangarh fort, followed by drinks and dinner in the beautiful palace complex.
Day 12: Jodhpur
This morning you will be driven to Bishnoi Village, where you
will experience a glimpse into rural Indian life. Later that day you will board a flight to Delhi, where your adventure with us will end.
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