India Tigers Tour Itinerary - April 29th to May 13th, 2025

Day 1: Tuesday April 29, 2025  Mid afternoon our bus departs London to Toronto. Picking up any guest requests enroute to Toronto via the 401 corridor. GTA guests will meet the group at Pearson Airport. Our flight departs Pearson International at 7:45 p.m. for our direct flight via Air Canada to Indira Gandhi International Airport, Delhi, India arriving at 8:25 p.m.

Day 2: Wednesday April 30, 2025  Arrival at 8:45 p.m. Indira Gandhi International Airport, Delhi, India.  After clearing customs we will be met by our local host and guide and transfer to our hotel. While in Delhi we will be staying at the Best Western Maharani Bagh Hotel. 2 Nights

Day 3: Thursday May 01, 2025  Breakfast at our hotel. Welcome to Delhi, India’s capital and a major gateway to the country, contemporary Delhi is a bustling metropolis, which successfully combines the ancient with the modern. Amidst the spiraling skyscrapers are remnants of a bygone time with many old monuments standing as reminders to the city’s ancient legacy.  

We will pass through Red Fort, the most opulent Fort and Palace of the Mughal Empire. We will visit Jama Masjid, the largest mosque in India, then Chandi Chowk, and spend some time photographing the  bustling and colourful market of the old city. Next a visit to Raj Ghat, the memorial site of the Mahatma Gandhi. Later in the afternoon we will have a chance to visit President’s House, which was once the Viceroy’s Palace, Parliament House and Secretariat buildings. Late afternoon return to our hotel with time to freshen up before our welcome dinner. Best Western Hotel for our 2nd night. (B) (D)

Day 4: Friday May 02, 2025  Breakfast at our hotel. Check-out and begin our drive to Sariska National Reserve. Sharp cliffs of hills and narrow valleys of the Aravalis dominate the landscape of Sariska, who’s forest is dry and deciduous. Within the Sariska wildlife sanctuary there are the ruins of the medieval temples of Garh-Rajor, belonging to the 10th and 11th centuries. A 17th century castle on the hilltop at Kankwari, provides a panoramic view of flying Egyptian vultures and eagles. The area was declared a sanctuary in 1955 and became a National Park in 1979. On arrival we will check into our hotel Tiger Heaven and enjoy some time to freshen up prior and relax. This evening a pre safari talk with James and Dinesh and dinner dinner. Two nights Tiger Haven (B) (L) (D)

Day 5: Saturday May 03, 2025  Early morning departure for our first jungle safari in the park via our private jeeps. Sariska National Park is home to numerous carnivores including Leopards, Wild Dogs, Jungle Cats, Hyena, Jackals, and of course the Tiger. They feed on an abundance of prey species such as Sambar, Chital, Nilgai, Chausingha, Wild Boar and Langur. Sariska is also well known for its large population of Rhesus Monkeys, which are found in large numbers around Talvriksh. After our morning drive, we will return to the hotel for breakfast. Then have some time to relax and enjoy our surroundings, lunch and then in the evening we will have another opportunity to photograph the tiger during our 2nd safari of the day.  Dinner after sunset and overnight Tiger Heaven (B) (L) (D)

Day 6: Sunday May 04, 2025 Early morning depart for another game drive in Sariska. Mid morning we’ll return to our hotel for breakfast. Check-out and begin our journey to Ranthambore. Ranthambore National Park. Ranthambore was once the hunting reserve of the Maharajas of Jaipur. The tiger is of course is our main attraction at Ranthambore; the national park also offers up numerous species of birds and other animals in the reserve include leopards, caracals, hyenas, jackals, jungle cats, marsh crocodiles, wild boars, bears and various species of deer. Check-in, time to freshen up from our drive and relax. The next 4 nights we will be staying at the Tigress Hotel (Royal Suites) (B) (L) (D)

Day 7: Monday May 05, 2025  Ranthambore, Early morning proceed for our first jungle safari in Ranthambore National Park focusing again on loctions to photograph tigers. Returning mid morning to our hotel for breakfast, then some leisure time and lunch. Meet for coffee and then again in late afternoon we have another opportunity to see the tiger, during our next safari at Ranthambore, each time we visit the reserve we will visit different regions of this vast park. Overnight Tigress Hotel (Royal Suites) (B) (L) (D)

Day 8: Tuesday May 06, 2025  Once again early morning proceed for our next jungle safari in Ranthambore National Park, returning mid morning to our hotel for breakfast. Later this morning we will have some leisure time and opportunity to review images with James. Late lunch then later in the afternoon meet for coffee and then again head out for another opportunity to see the tiger, during our next safari at Ranthambore. This evening a presentation on the tiger and Ranthambore National Park. Overnight Tigress Hotel (Royal Suites) (B) (L) (D)

Day 9: Wednesday May 07, 2025  Our final early morning game in Ranthambore National Park, returning mid morning to our hotel for breakfast. As with our previous days we will have some leisure time and another opportunity to review images with James. Lunch then late afternoon meet for coffee and head out for our fianl safari and opportunity to photograph the tiger. Return to our hotel for dinner and time to relax and pack up for our Journey to Jaipur tomorrow morning. Overnight Tigress Hotel (Royal Suites) (B) (L) (D)

Day 10: Thursday May 08, 2025  Breakfast, check-out of our hotel. Meet our coach and proceed on our drive to Jaipur the capital city of Rajasthan, also known as the “Pink City”. Jaipur is an abode of extensive boulevard and beautiful gardens. Jaipur was founded by Sawai Jaisingh II, in 1727 AD, but still preserves its glory of rich history and culture. The past comes alive with Jaipur’s impressive forts, majestic palaces and in its royal building which for centuries were the home of royal families. Rajasthani jewelry, art and fabrics maintain an ageless feature and are surely a treasure-trove for visitors. Upon arrival to Jaipur check-in at our hotel freshen up and lunch. This afternoon we will do some urban photography while starting our exploration of Jaipur. Two nights Royal Orchid (B) (D) 

Day 11: Friday May 09, 2025  Breakfast then meet in the lobby to travel by coach to the Amber Fort. Here we will ascent to the fort by Jeep. (Elephant ride to the fort option) This is  the former capital of the Royal Rajputs. Few fail to be moved by the dramatic grandeur of this hilltop fortress-palace  which is located 11-km north of Jaipur. Amber Fort is a photographers paradise set on the dry wrinkled hills, and surrounded by fortified battlements, the palace straddles two sepia-hued tundra hills overlooking Maota Lake. 

This afternoon we will visit the Palace of the Winds, the City Palace and the Solar Observatory, an astronomical treasure house showcasing devices that give accurate predictions to this very day. The unique structures of the City Palace and Observatory will make for an great afternoon of photography. Late this afternoon return to our hotel, dinner this evening at a local restaurant. Overnight Royal Orchid (B) (L) (D)

Day 12: Saturday May 10, 2025  Breakfast, check-out of our hotel and drive to Bharatpur. Our drive today is approximately 185 kms and will give us another opportunity to experience and photograph India countryside. Mid afternoon arrival and check-in to our hotel The Birder’s Inn. We will be in Bharatpur for one night. The gardens are beautiful and we will have some time for close-up photography. This afternoon and into evening sunset we will spend time photographing the birds at Keoladeo National Park. As we travel through the park we will ride 3 wheel rickshaws. Keoladeo bird sanctuary and national park has long been recognized as one of the world’s most important bird breeding and feeding grounds. The marshland is a wintering area for aquatic birds, migrating from Afghanistan, Turkmenistan, China and Siberia. Overnight Birder’s Inn. (B) (D)

Day 13: Sunday May 11, 2025  Sunrise return visit to Keoladeo National Park for one more opportunity to photograph the birds. Later in the morning we will return to our hotel for breakfast, check-out and begin our drive to Agra. enroute we will visit Fatehpur Sikri the red sandstone fortress. Built by Mughal Emperor Akbar during 1564 A.D. 

Mughal Emperor Akbar had no heir. He visited holy men to enlist their prayers for his son. When he visited Sheikh Salim Chishti who was living at the village of Sikri the saint foretold the emperor that he would be blessed with a son.  When his son was born, he constructed his capital city and named it Fatehpur Sikri. Later, due to shortage of water and unrest in North-West, Akbar has to abandon this city. The beautiful marvel tomb of Sheikh Salim Chishti still attract thousands who seek blessings of the revered saint. Other renowned places are Dewane-e-Am, Dewane-e-Khaas, Buland Darwaja, Panch Mahal, Jodha  Bai Palace and Birbal Bhawan. Fatehpur Sikri is about 39 K.M. from Agra.

Upon arrival in Agra we will proceed to our hotel for check-in. Agra is beautifully situated on the banks of river Yamuna. Agra achieved prominence as the capital of Mughal Emperors from the year 1526 to 1628. Sunset opportunities this evening Taj Mahal. Overnight Clarks Shiraz Hotel (B) (D)

Day 14: Monday May 12, 2025  Breakfast then head out for our visit to the Taj Mahal. The symbol of eternal love, which stands on the banks of River Yamuna and was built by the 5th Mughal Emperor, Shah Jahan in the year 1631, in memory of his wife, Mumtaz Mahal. The Taj Mahal took 22 years to complete and is recognized as the “the jewel of Muslim art in India and one of the masterpieces of the world’s heritage. The Taj Mahal became a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1983. The Taj is at it’s most alluring and best to photograph in the relative quiet of early morning, shrouded in mists and the soft red glow of sunrise. Dawn at the Taj Mahal is an unforgettable experience.

We will continue our visit in Agra with opportunity to photograph at the Agra Fort also know as the Red Fort. The city built by Emperor Akbar with palaces and gardens. The crescent shaped fort is enclosed by a 20 meter hight and 2.4 kilometer long outer walls. This is also the palace that the prince held his father (who built the Taj Mahal) captive so he would not continue spending money building another monument.

Later this afternoon we will check-out from our hotel and drive to Delhi. We will check-in to our hotel day rooms near the airport, the Holiday Inn Aerocity for opportunity to change and freshen up before our direct flight back to Canada. Our flight departs shortly after 10:50 p.m. arriving back in Toronto Pearson at 5:40 a.m. 

Day 15: Tuesday May 13, 2025  Arrival at Pearson International Airport at 5:40 a.m. After clearing customs we will bid farewell to our GTA and connecting guests and board our motor coach to London. We should arrive in London at approximately 9:30 a.m. Time to start sorting and post processing all your amazing images.

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The development of our Tiger Expedition ... During a warm April morning in Ranthambore National Park in 2012, park naturalist and tiger specialist Daulat Singh, tour guide and naturalist Dinesh Durani, and Trekkers photographer James Cowie met for morning tea. Their location, the ancient Ranthambore Hunting Lodge. During their time together they discussed creating a multi park trek combining their knowledge of the tiger habitats, best times to locate the tigers, visit and photograph, thus creating our Tiger Photo Tour.

India has an annual temperature range of 12C to 34C . The temperatures in April are 18C to 30C. Making it a great time of year for tiger safaris as the grass is shorter and dry making it easier to photogaph theses amazing cats in the wild.

Pre-tour Information Night:  As with all our photo tours, we will hold a photo information night approximately three weeks prior to departure. We will present the final itinerary, travel suggestions, what gear to pack, and hand out all related travel documents. The pre-tour presentation is designed to give our photographers all the information needed for our trek. This also allows a chance for you to meet your fellow travellers, and host. We will be update with meet up date closer to our departure.

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The cost of our India Tiger Photo Tour Departing from Toronto is $7,595.00 per person CAD based on double occupancy including airfare departing from Pearson International Toronto, plus air taxes of $931.15 CAD plus HST $15.73. Single supplement is available of an additional $1,275.00 CAD.

Booking our India tour, a $550.00 non-refundable deposit is due at the time of registration with the balance due 60 days before departure March 1st, 2025.

More ways to pay ... Equal monthly payments from deposit day to 90 days prior to departure charged to your credit card or finance though our Uplift Finance Program and pay over 6 month, 12 month  or 18 month payments. You may choose your payment option during registration. 

Photo Tour Trekkers and Tourcan Vacations recommends the purchase of travel and health insurance as tour takes us out of the country. Health insurance is highly recommended. Please note your passport expiry date must be valid for 6 months past our return date of May 13, 2025.

Includes:

• Round trip coach for departures from London to Pearson, Toronto pick-ups available along the 401 corridore 
• Round Trip Airfare via Air Canada - Departing from Toronto 
• 12 nights accommodations
• Day Room prior to our return flight
• All airport and hotel transfers
• Hotel taxes
• 35 pax motor coach with us during our tour
• Breakfast included each day
• 6 days lunch and 10 days dinner
• Plenty of water each day during our tour
• Local wildlife english speaking guide with us during the entire
• Entrance fees where applicable according to the itinerary for monuments
• Park and Safari Entrance Fees
• Private Safari Jeeps and Cantors
• Ride to the top of the Amber Fort
• Rickshaw ride Delhi and at the Bird Sanctuary
• Tour hosted and escorted by James Cowie

Excludes:

• Items of a personal nature, laundry, phone calls, etc.
• Local guide and driver tips and gratuities, we will provide suggestion
• Alcoholic beverages,

** Schedule may vary according to weather or traffic

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