Holiday Itinerary - India: Land of the Taj & Tigers

Day 1: Delhi

Welcome to Delhi, the capital of modern India. Hotel rooms are available for a mid-afternoon check-in.

Day 2: Delhi.

Your day starts with an orientation drive to see India Gate and the Presidential Palace. Then, take a rickshaw ride through the alleys of Chandni Chowk, a captivating bazaar, and visit Jama Masjid. After lunch, visit Humayun’s Tomb and Qutub Minar, the world’s tallest brick minaret, dating back to the 11th century. Next, explore Gurudwara Bangla Sahib, Delhi’s largest and most prominent Sikh gurudwara (house of worship). Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch

Day 3: Delhi-Agra

Drive to Agra this morning. This afternoon, visit Agra Fort, a colossal, red sandstone UNESCO World Heritage Site comprising the spectacular Mughal Palace with audience halls, the Room of Mirrors, and the pavilion where Shahjahan spent his last days. End your day with a sunset visit to the famous Taj Mahal. This remarkable monument, commissioned by Sjahjahan as a memorial to his wife, Mumtaz Mahal, took 22 years to build. Meals included: Breakfast, Dinner

Day 4: Agra-Fateehpur-Sawai Madhopur

Today, stop at Fatehpur Sikri, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Tour the sandstone palaces, elegant courtyards, and victory gate of this ghostly place built in 1569 and deserted by its people when water was no longer available. After lunch, travel to Sawai Madhopur, gateway to Ranthambore National Park. Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 5: Sawai Madhopur-Ranthambore National Park

Today, explore Ranthambore National Park on morning and afternoon game drives in an open-air safari vehicle. In addition to Bengal tigers, the park is home to leopards, sambar deer, sloth bears, marsh crocodiles, striped hyenas, and more. Between game drives, enjoy free time to relax. Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 6: Sawai-Madhopur Jaipur

Today, drive to Jaipur, often referred to as the “Pink City.” After lunch, visit Jantar Mantar and explore the City Palace Museum with its collection of paintings, carpets, weapons, and costumes. Lastly, visit Ladli, a training program teaching orphaned and destitute children valuable skills to keep them employed and off the streets. Learn about the project and interact with the children and help them practice their English. Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch

Day 7: Jaipur

Visit the legendary Amber Fort, the “Sleeping Beauty of Rajasthan.” This fortress-palace has a somber exterior that hides a richly ornate interior of royal apartments, including an alabaster Hall of Victory and a superb Chamber of Mirrors. The afternoon and evening are at yours to explore Jaipur.. Meals included: Breakfast

Day 8: Jaipur-Delhi

Today, drive back to Delhi. The remainder of the day is at your leisure. Meals included: Breakfast

Day 9: Delhi

Your tour ends with breakfast this morning. Meals included: Breakfast

Departure dates and prices 2024/2025 India: Land of the Taj & Tigers : 7% discount on all dates

Prices shown exclude flights and transfers, call Cosmos to add flights

Cosmos brochure price in black from £1209

Travel 55 discount price in red from £1125

Telephone Cosmos on 0330 0588 237 and quote the code TRAVEL55

Starts and ends in Delhi - tour 2610. Departure dates and prices

Dates 2024
Prices from Dates 2024
Prices from
September 22 small group discovery

£1209
£1125

November 1, 17 small group discovery

£1309
£1218

October 6, 20 small group discovery

£1309
£1218

Dates 2025 Prices from Dates 2025 Prices from
January 19 small group discovery

£1759
£1636

April 20 small group discovery

£1699
£1581

Febuary 9 small group discovery

£1759
£1636

September 21 small group discovery

£1659
£1543

March 2, 16 small group discovery

£1759
£1636

October 5, 19 small group discovery

£1779
£1655

April 6 small group discovery

£1759
£1636

November 2, 16 small group discovery

£1759
£1636

Dates and prices above do not include international air travel. To add flights and overseas transfers to your holiday, please call Cosmos. Prices are per person, based on double room occupancy. Extra nights before and after your tour may be available; please call for details and prices. Please see Cosmos Terms & Conditions  for further details. Please check tour details with the operator at time of booking as Cennet Ltd cannot be held responsible for any errors showing on it’s website

Amber Fort

Amber Fort

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India's Golden Triangle

7% discount - 9 days escorted tour

2024/2025 prices from only £1125

Discover the gems of India’s Golden Triangle and safari in Ranthambore National Park without spending a fortune on this 9-day budget-friendly vacation in India.

In Delhi, visit the India Gate and the pink Presidential Palace. You’ll travel through the vibrant Chandni Chowk bazaar by rickshaw. Visit Humayun’s Tomb and Qutub Minar before departing Delhi for Agra. Here, you’ll marvel at the splendid Taj Mahal at sunset as the sun rays reflect changing hues of the spectacular marble monument to love. Embark on two thrilling open-air safari game drives through Ranthambore National Park in search of marsh crocodiles, striped hyenas, and the elusive Bengal tiger. Continue with two nights in the pink city of Jaipur—home to the legendary Amber Fort. Explore its alabaster Hall of Victory and incredible Chamber of Mirrors. Visit Jantar Mantar and the City Palace Museum to browse ancient art and artifacts. This value-minded tour to see India’s famed Taj and Tigers is a treasure not to be missed!

To receive a saving on tour only price of 7% off the tour only price on this 9 day India: Land of the Taj & Tigers tour call Cosmos direct on 0330 0588 237 and  quote the code TRAVEL55

Travel 55 in association with Cosmos. To book call direct on 0330 0588 237 and quote the code TRAVEL55 you will then receive a 7% discount from the Cosmos price. 

At a glance

World Heritage Sites are designated by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) for having cultural, historical, scientific or other form of significance. The sites are judged to contain cultural and natural heritage around the world considered to be of outstanding value to humanity.

The following UNESCO World Heritage Sites can be seen or visited on this vacation:
  • Agra Fort
  • Amber Fort
  • Fatehpur Sikri
  • Humayun's Tomb
  • Jaipur Walled City
  • Jantar Mantar
  • Qutab Minar
  • Taj Mahal.

Professional tour director

Transportation: Private, deluxe, air-conditioned coach while touring; train from Ranthambore to Delhi 

Hotels: Twin-bedded rooms with private bath or shower, hotel taxes, service charges, and tips for baggage handling. Listed hotels or equivalent.

  • Delhi - Jaypee Siddharth Hotel
  • Agra - Jaypee Palace Hotel
  • Sawai Madhopur - Abhyaran Resort & Spa
  • Jaipur - Four Points by Shearton 

Meals: 8 Breakfasts, 4 Lunches, 3 Dinners

All this included

Adventure is knocking with everything you need for perfectly affordable touring.

Cosmos includes hand-selected accommodations, guided sightseeing, and seamless transportation between destinations—with value-minded travel lovers in mind.

Explore with expert Cosmos Tour Directors and Local Guides, and private, first-class, air-conditioned motorcoach with free Wi-Fi. Enhance your free time to explore like a local with your CosmosGO mobile app!

Small Group Discovery

Each Cosmos Asia tour is limited to an average of just 20 guests per departure. There’s always room to roam with extra space between you and other travelers—while still getting up close and personal to the experiences you’ve been dreaming of. Small-Group Discoveries include all the features of a traditional Globus escorted tour, complete with expert Tour Director, Driver, and Local Guides who ensure that your health and safety is our top priority. A Small-Group Discovery Asia vacation is the perfectly sized tour—without the crowds.

Flights and air fare

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Cosmos offers 2 air options—Flex Air and Instant Purchase Air. Flex Air allows flexibility if you want to make changes to your vacation schedule. Instant Purchase Air may offer additional airline options but has more restrictions. Some holidays may only offer one Air-type option.

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Regardless which air option you choose when you book your  air-inclusive Cosmos holiday, the transfer to and from the airport to your start and end hotel is included (on published departure and return dates). This can be a substantial savings and give you peace of mind. Airport transfers for US and Canada tours will not be included and are not available for purchase.

Land-only holiday clients who make their own air arrangements on regularly scheduled direct or nonstop flights (not chartered flights) into terminals may purchase our airport transfer service.


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