If the title sounds too worn-out to be even bothered a feel, Delhi, Agra and/or Jaipur also appear on two of our special tours to India
  1. ‘The Taste of India - a gourmet tour in India’  
  2. ‘Knotty India Affair - a wedding tour in India’
Delhi - Agra - Jaipur…anyone who has slightest of hint about tourist places in India can easily decipher what is being referred to. They are the three vertices of the most sellable and much talked about triangle tour in the heart of India. For the unawares, the Golden Triangle Tour is unarguably the quintessential tour of Indian Tourism Industry for it has all the features that support it qualify for such a title. Each of these three cities is reasonably high on all the parameters of tourism industry viz. attractions, accommodation and accessibility

  • The places covered on the itinerary are the most sought after destinations in India thereby making the circuit one of the most frequented and best known tours in India
  •  Delhi, Agra and Jaipur are at short distance from each other and are very well connected especially by road. Delhi has India’s major international airport and thus majority of the inbound tourists have to embark their tour of India from Delhi.
  • They are replete with a range of accommodation options. Hotel Imperial at Delhi, Amarvilas at Agra and Rajvilas at Jaipur list among the top hotels of the world.
  •  The Golden Triangle circuit gives the traveler a wholesome experience of India in merely 6 nights/7 days and can be done without much expense.

see shop savor @ delhi

The capital of India, Delhi, offers you the unique opportunity to get a glimpse of each and every corner of India as Delhi is basically a city of migrants. By virtue of its strategic location, it is and has been the most happening city of the country. Every crumbling wall of Delhi has a story to tell. It is the best place of experience the range and richness of India in every aspect be it culture, cuisine, and craft etc….or anything for that matter.

See – Red Fort, Jama Masjid, Humanyun’s Tomb, Qutub Minar, Akshardham temple, Lotus temple, India Gate, Rajghat, National museum, crafts museum, rail museum, international doll museum, Dilli Haat etc read about these Delhi tourists attractions

Shop - You can practically find anything from any of the States of India.

Savor – Chaat (spicy snacks) and Mughlai food at Karim’s. Delhi has the best restaurants of the country so you can get to taste most of the things you look for.



see shop savor @ agra

A city with 3 world heritage sites to flaunt definitely deserves a visit, especially if one is a history buff. Being the city of Taj Mahal, Agra has emerged as the face of India’s tourism industry to the world. Akbar, the 16th century Great Mughal Emperor, who recently appeared in the TIME magazine’s top 25 political icons of the world, catapulted Agra's status to a world renowned capital city while his grandson Shahjahan with his dream in white stone (Taj Mahal) has made it an eternal city.

See – Taj Mahal, Red Fort, Tomb of Itmad-ud-daula, Sikandra. read about these Agra tourists attractions

Shop – Marble art pieces

Savor – Mughlai (non – vegetarian) food, Namkeen, petha, bedami kachori with aloo sabzi (hot spicy potato curry with deep fried stuffed bread) and jalebi



see shop savor  @ jaipur

The cultural hub of India, Jaipur is one of the most enticing tourist destinations of India. Every nook and corner of the city corroborates its cultural richness. Painted in pink (the color of hospitality) to welcome the Prince of Wales, come Jaipur to check if the hospitality quotient still exists.

See – Amber fort, Jaigarh fort, Nahargarh fort, Hawa Mahal, City Palace, Jantar Mantar, Albert Hall, Birla temple, Govind dev ji temple. read about these Jaipur tourists attractions.

Shop – Gems and jewellery, blue pottery, brocaded saris, suits and sherwanis, block printed clothes, puppets, lac bangles etc.

Savor – Dal, bati, churma, gatte ki sabji, ker sangri, pyaaz ki kachori, mirchi vada, ghevar



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Ranthambore – An adventurous stay in a jungle

This year had been an exciting year, not only I got to see two National parks in distinct  parts of India, (Read:Bandipur) but also in two discrete terrains with different adventure altogether. I was never a person who would enjoy watching these wild beasts in their natural habitat, but these two trips certainly changed my perspective. Perhaps it had to do with the fact that I was in a land where the rules were different, where a day was marked with sunrise and sunset. Perhaps it came from the knowledge that the survival is only of the fittest. Whatever the reason, the very sight of an animal in its own territory, on its own terms, makes for a breathtaking moment and can change your perspective forever.

There is something so mystical and exciting about being in a forest that for many of us, a visit to the wilderness ranks as one of our best holiday experiences. For the wildlife adventure enthusiasts, Ranthambore National Park in the Sawai Madhopur district of Rajasthan is a perfect destination. Known to be one of the best parks to spot the majestic Indian Tigers, the park is also the home to several other endangered species. (Read: Rajasthan Wildlife Tour Package)

Birds: Asian Paradise Flycatcher, Common Kingfisher, Cormorant, Indian Pitta, Painted Stork, Rufous Treepie, Stork-billed Kingfisher, White-breasted Water hen, Sandpiper, Jacana, vultures, fowls and many more.

Animals: Crocodiles, Jungle Hare, Sambar Deer, Spotted Deer, Wild Boar, leopards, hyenas, blue bulls or neel gais, jackals, civet cats etc.

Offbeat Honeymoon destination in Rajasthan - Ranthambore

If you and your partner are inclined towards the nature or the fascinating wildlife, you must plan your honeymoon in Ranthambore National Park. The enthralling wildlife safaris, tracing the beasts and moments in the luxury camps will surely make it for an amazing honeymoon trip.

Just the bare necessities

Travelling in the wilderness requires a special sensitivity. The laws of the jungle are different but there are several ways to get the best out of your trip without disturbing the natural habitats that you visit. Some tips that you can use from those who’ve been there:
  • Dress in muted forest colours like greens, browns, beige and dull browns. Avoid orange, red, pink and bright prints.
  • Wear comfortable walking shoes and don’t forget hat and sunglasses. High boots with socks are a sensible option for jungle walks. Always check your shoes before you wear them for creepy crawlies like scorpions.
  •  Try not to talk too much or make loud sounds while journeying into the jungle.
  •   Do not get too close to the animals and do not ever attempt to feed them.
  •  It is important to have your own survival kit, such as a torch with extra batteries, basic      medicines, salt for leeches and other toiletries.
  •   Dress according to the season. An outdoor jacket is necessary in winters. While it can be quite warm in the day, evenings can get cold.
  •  Take some nuts/biscuits to nibble (especially for the early morning safari) and water. 

How to book your Ranthambore Trip
You can either plan your own trip or leave it to wildlife experts. Booking through a travel agent or a wildlife expert may cost you more but then you have the comfort of being in the hands of professionals who personally travel to Ranthambore (and other such places) several times a year, can assign you guides knowledgeable about the region’s flora and fauna, and know the local and administrative people and processes very well. Click here to book this tour
Wildlife Safari in Ranthambore National Park

There are two types of vehicles permitted in Ranthambhore National Park, the Jeep and the Canter. The Jeep is a six seater open-top vehicle, and the first choice for many. Demand for Jeeps is very high, and so we recommend that you book at least 60 days in advance to guarantee a Jeep safari. The Canter is a 16 seat open-top bus - its elevated seats mean that you can see far into the jungle ahead, further than a Jeep would allow. While the canter is a lot cheaper, I recommend a jeep as it gives more flexibility to pause-stop-go.

Tents stay : Ranthambore 5 star
Luxury Stay : Oberoi Vanya Vilas

Ranthambore Wildlife Tour
Stork 

Ranthambore Jeep Safari
One glimpse of the big cat gives an adrenal rush to its spectators

Ranthmabore Canter Safari
Canter Safari

Ranthambore Wildlife Jeep Tour

Wood pecker

Tiger spotting in Ranthambore National Park
Tiger in its hunt 

There are loads of things to do in Ranthambhore besides the safari park. In particular, I would highly recommend a guided tour of Ranthambhore Fort. The locals visit the fort to worship at the famous Ganesh Temple, which lies within. The fort will enhance and complete any visit to Ranthambhore National Park. 
Note: The Ranthambore safari timings change depending on the season
S. No.
Month
Morning Trip
Evening Trip
1
1st October to 31st October
7.00 A.M. to 10.30 A.M.
2.30 P.M. to 6.00 P.M.
2
1st November to 31st January
7.00 A.M. to 10.30 A.M.
2.00 P.M. to 5.30 P.M.
3
1st February to 31st March
6.30 A.M. to 10.00 A.M.
2.30 P.M. to 6.00 P.M.
4
1st April to 15th May
6.00 A.M. to 9.30 A.M.
3.00 P.M. to 6.30 P.M.
5
15th May to 30th June
6.00 A.M. to 9.30 A.M.
3.30 P.M. to 7.00 P.M

Ranthambore Safari Park Booking Tips
Visitors would now have the option to take Safari for full day in the National Park. Maximum 5 jeeps are allowed to stay inside the park from sunrise to sunset and are provided zone free access across Entire Park. This safari will give you the best opportunity to see the variety of wildlife animals in the park.
*Breakfast and Lunch will be provided to Visitors who take Full day Safari.
Fact file :
State :                          Rajasthan
Location :                   Ranthambore lies at the junction of the Aravallis and the Vindhyas in the south eastern quarter of Rajasthan.
Distance by road:      Delhi - 480 km (via Dausa), Jaipur - 180 km (via Tonk)


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