IN SEARCH OF THREE BIG CATS
IN SEARCH OF THREE BIG CATS
Imagine an itinerary where you might see three of the big cats - the Asiatic lion, the leopard, and of course, the tiger!
This tour meanders from Mumbai to Delhi, taking in national parks and sanctuaries where you have the opportunity to see them, as well as a host of other wildlife, birds, flora and fauna, plus some cultural visits.
1 night Mumbai - 2 nights Gir National Park - 2 nights Dasada - 1 night Mount Abu - 2 nights Bera Leopard Sanctuary - 2 nights Udaipur - 1 night Bundi - 2 nights Ranthambhore - 1 night Delhi
Day 1
Overnight flight from UK to Mumbai.
Day 2 Mumbai
Met and transferred to your hotel.
Overnight: The Leela Mumbai Airport
Overnight: The Leela Mumbai Airport
Day 3 Gir National Park
Transferred to airport for flight from Mumbai to Diu. Road transfer to Gir National Park.
Gir National Park and Lion Sanctuary is situated at Sasan Gir, in Junagadh district of Gujarat. Established as a forest reserve to conserve the Asiatic lion, it was declared a national park in 1974. Rough and steep rocky hillsides covered with mixed deciduous forests encircle the park, home to over 300 lions.
Overnight: Lion Safari Camp
Overnight: Lion Safari Camp
Day 4 Gir National Park
Morning and evening game drives in the park.
Overnight: Lion Safari Camp
Overnight: Lion Safari Camp
Day 5 Dasada
After breakfast drive to Dasada. En route sightseeing of Gondal where you will visit Naulakha Palace and Royal Garage.
Naulakha Palace, bulit during the 17th century is one of the oldest and most beautiful palaces in Gondal, on the banks of the river. The Royal Garage has a large collection of vintage and classic cars and a fleet of 4-wheel drive vehicles from World War II and the post-war period.
Overnight: Rann Riders
Overnight: Rann Riders
Day 6 Dasada
Morning game drive in The Wild Ass Sanctuary, home to the last of the Indian wild ass and the largest wildlife sanctuary in India. These animals look like a cross between a donkey and a horse. You'll find much more wildlife and plenty of birds as well.
Afternoon visit the local village and explore the handicraft, weaving skills and beadwork of the local community.
Overnight: Rann Riders
Overnight: Rann Riders
Day 7 Mount Abu
Drive to Mt Abu, a hill station with an old colonial charm. Afternoon visit the Dilwara temples.
Overnight: Bikaner House
Overnight: Bikaner House
Day 8 Bera Leopard Sanctuary
Morning, drive to Bera. This range lends a beautiful, serene backdrop to one's stay at one of the country's premier leopard getaway destinations. The terrain is a mix of forest and rocky outcrops adjoining the villages.
Overnight: Leopard Lair
Overnight: Leopard Lair
Day 9 Bera Leopard Sanctuary
Morning & evening game drives around Bera.
Overnight: Leopard Lair
Overnight: Leopard Lair
Day 10 Ranakpur - Udaipur
Depart for Udaipur and visit Ranakpur en route.
Overnight: The Trident
Overnight: The Trident
Day 11 Udaipur
Sightseeing of Udaipur with time at leisure.
Overnight: The Trident
Overnight: The Trident
Day 12 Bundi
Depart for Bundi, en route visit to Chittorgarh in Rajasthan, known for its honey-coloured, 7th century Chittorgarh Fort, a vast hilltop complex with the remains of many temples and monuments.
Overnight: Hadoti Palace
Overnight: Hadoti Palace
Day 13 Ranthambhore
Morning visit Bundi Fort and stepwells before proceeding to Ranthambhore National Park.
Overnight: Ranthambhore Kothi
Overnight: Ranthambhore Kothi
Day 14 Ranthambhore
Morning and evening game drives in Ranthambhore National Park.
Overnight: Ranthambhore Kothi
Overnight: Ranthambhore Kothi
Day 15 Delhi
Transfer to railway station for train to Delhi.
Overnight: Vivanta by Taj Dwarka
Overnight: Vivanta by Taj Dwarka
Day 16: Depart
Transfer to airport for flight home.
What's Included:
Flights with all transfers
Sightseeing and excursions based on use of exclusive vehicle
Services of local English-speaking guide
14 breakfasts and all meals at the national parks (Gir, Dasada, Bera and Ranthambhore)
Total of 7 shared jeep game drives (2 in Gir National Park, 1 in Dasada, 2 in Bera and 2 in Ranthambhore National Park)
Udaipur Sightseeing: Walk through the old city, visit the magnificent City Palace and Saheliyon ke Bari (garden of maids), drive past Fatehsagar Lake. Visit Pratap memorial and Jagdish temple. Enjoy a boat ride on Lake Pichola
Train journey from Ranthambhore to Delhi
Flights with all transfers
Sightseeing and excursions based on use of exclusive vehicle
Services of local English-speaking guide
14 breakfasts and all meals at the national parks (Gir, Dasada, Bera and Ranthambhore)
Total of 7 shared jeep game drives (2 in Gir National Park, 1 in Dasada, 2 in Bera and 2 in Ranthambhore National Park)
Udaipur Sightseeing: Walk through the old city, visit the magnificent City Palace and Saheliyon ke Bari (garden of maids), drive past Fatehsagar Lake. Visit Pratap memorial and Jagdish temple. Enjoy a boat ride on Lake Pichola
Train journey from Ranthambhore to Delhi
