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India Taj Mahal Gourmet Kosher Safaris luxury tour

The Great India Taj and Tiger Safari

The very name “India” evokes visions of bustling cities, magnificent forts and palaces, wildlife and jungles, fascinating history and culture, and of course, that wonder of the world of architecture - the Taj Mahal! She is also home to some incredible National Parks that include the greatest biospheres on the Asian continent, and boast various species of deer and primates, wild peacocks, Indian Buffalo (Gaur), Asian Elephant, wild boar, mongoose, leopard, and of course the king of the jungle, the elusive Bengal Tiger.

-13 days
Thursday 5 March - Tuesday 17 March, 2026

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Tiger safaris in India Gourmet Kosher Safaris luxury tour

In this unique gourmet kosher safari, we combine two of the best wildlife sanctuaries in India with some of her greatest cultural treasures, enjoying some of her most palatial hotels, and our signature cuisine and service.

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Welcome to Mumbai!

After landing, we will be transferred to our hotel where we check in and enjoy dinner.
We begin our exploration of the city's iconic highlights. Our tour includes the majestic Gateway of India, a symbol of colonial history, and the fascinating Dhobi Ghat, Mumbai’s famous open-air laundries where thousands of clothes are washed daily. We will also visit some of the city's historic synagogues.

Enjoy a beautiful Shabbat in Mumbai exploring its city on foot on Shabbat day.
In the morning, we will take a flight from Mumbai to Jaipur and begin with a visit to the City Palace, a stunning complex that continues to serve as a residence for Jaipur's royal family. Here, we explore the museums, courtyards, and art galleries, offering us a glimpse into the regal past of Rajasthan. Nearby, we visit the Jantar Mantar, an extraordinary astronomical observatory that features the world’s largest stone sundial, showcasing the scientific brilliance of ancient India.

Afterwards we set off on a scenic drive through the arid landscapes of Rajasthan to reach the renowned Ranthambore National Park, where we will spend the next two nights.

Even for seasoned wildlife enthusiasts, few experiences can compare to the thrill of spotting a tiger in the wild. The open, semi-arid terrain of Ranthambore is regarded as one of the best places in the world for tiger sightings. The stunning photograph above was taken during one of our past visits!

While tiger sightings require patience—and perhaps a few prayers—Ranthambore offers much more than just tigers. The park is home to a wide variety of wildlife, and its jungle atmosphere, along with breathtaking views of the ancient Ranthambore Fort, provide an unforgettable experience. The fort, one of the oldest in India, is a must-see attraction.

In the afternoon, we will embark on our first safari, giving you the opportunity to explore the wonders of this iconic region.

In addition to its renowned tiger population, Ranthambore is home to four species of deer, including the majestic Sambar Deer, one of the largest in the world. The park also hosts marsh crocodiles, various monkeys, vibrant birdlife, and even the elusive sloth bear. It’s also a prime location to witness the national bird of India, the peacock, in its natural habitat. With a bit of luck, we might even catch a glimpse of a breathtaking peacock dance.

We will spend the days exploring the park on safari, immersed in its incredible wildlife and scenery.
Today we depart the Ranthambore area and head to Agra where we set our eyes on the Taj Mahal.

On the way we stop off again in Jaipur where we make our way to the Amber Fort, an impressive hilltop palace that combines Hindu and Mughal architectural styles. We’ll ride up to the fort by jeep, taking in panoramic views of Maota Lake below.

It might be “just a building”, but there is little that can prepare you for the “Wow factor” experienced when you walk through the gates of the outer enclosure and see this famous mother of all buildings in person.

Built by a Muslim ruler as a memorial shrine to his beloved wife, the perfect architecture and sheer beauty of the design explain why the Taj Mahal is listed as one of the 7 wonders of the world.

Afterwards we head to our accommodation for dinner and settle in for the night.
Off to a fresh start this morning, we make our way to the magnificent Agra Fort, a completely different architectural wonder, with incredible view of the plains below.

Another UNESCO World Heritage site, Agra Fort served as the stronghold of the Mughal Empire. With its massive red-sandstone walls, you will discover elegant marble palaces, ornate audience halls as well as royal courtyards that hold centuries of wealth. Look out for the Yamuna River and the distant shape of the Taj Mahal!

In the afternoon we board a flight to Bengaluru where we enjoy a restful evening in our accommodation.
We make our way to the stunning Palace City of Mysore, where we embark on a captivating tour of the grand Mysore Palace Complex, the largest palace in India and a remarkable example of Indo-Saracenic architecture. Marvel at the intricate details, ornate carvings, and rich history of this magnificent structure, once the royal residence of the Wodeyar dynasty.

After exploring the palace, we enjoy a scenic and relaxed drive to Kabini.

Boasting the greatest diversity of flora and Fauna on the entire Asian continent, this region is one of the best places to see the endangered Indian elephant in the wild (most elephants in this country are known to be of the working variety) as well as the Gaur, the feared Indian Bison, the largest Bovine species on the planet.
Kabini is also one of the only places in the world where one has a decent, though small, chance of sighting the incredibly rare black panther (the above picture was taken by us on our recent visit!), something even the most regular safari enthusiast would travel the world to see - one who is lucky enough to get a quick glimpse of this beauty will immediately understand why he is known as the “Phantom of the Forest.”

In addition to elephant, gaur, leopard, black panther and tiger, Kabini’s “Big 7” can also include rare Indian wild-dog and sloth-bear, and with some luck, many other species, such as the Malabar giant squirrel, red mongoose, bonnet macaque, and of course the dancing peacock, can also be sighted.

We spend the next few days. enjoying safari activities by truck, jeep, and boat, exploring the local village, enjoying our private pool-villas, and experiencing an unforgettable Shabbos in the jungle together.
This morning, we head out on our last safari drive in this wonderous region. Take the time to digest the natural phenomenon of this region while reminiscing of the past week and a half.

We have brunch and start the journey back to Bengaluru where we bid farewell to new friendships made and the country of India

Itinerary

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Thursday 5 March - Tuesday 17 March 2026 (13 days)

$12 500 per person sharing.

Single supplement: $4 000
Luxury 5 Star Hotel accommodation (or closest equivalent when unavailable)

3 freshly prepared kosher meals daily by GKS team, under strict Hashgacha. Packed lunches when out for the day

Twice daily snacks and plenty bottled water on excursions; soft drinks and water during meals

All excursions, transfers, entrance fees and guiding on the itinerary except when explicitly excluded

Sales tax when relevant
Tips/service delivery – 6%

International airfares

Domestic flights - approx. $600pp

Visas and airport taxes

Travel insurance (highly recommended)

Hotel room upgrades and extra bills

Bar, laundry, and other hotel extras

Elective activities

Personal expenses
50% non-refundable deposit and online signed contract to secure booking

50% final payment 3 months prior to tour

All amounts non-refundable once due. Please purchase suitable travel insurance in case of emergency

All payments to be wired to our USA account
Trip is subject to minimum of 10 guests signing up. Deposit will be refunded if trip does not go ahead, so please don’t pay for flights until we have given the go ahead!

Schedule, hotels and other items are subject to change based on availability, group size and other factors, but in the event this occurs, the overall standard of the trip will be maintained as best as reasonably possible

Wine and beef are highly restricted in India and will be supplemented with other products as and when necessary

E-visa to be obtained online by guests. Need to allow 7 days for processing, so please apply as soon as you have booked

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Frequently Asked Questions

Citizens of the U.S., most commonwealth countries, Israel, South Africa, and most other countries can obtain an electronic visa online for India, which takes about 4 days to process. This can either be done on the main India immigration site- the address is http://www.indianvisaonline.gov.in .
There are numerous online sites that claim to expedite visas, some of which may be fraudulent. Please be careful, we cannot vouch for any, but we have used http://www.indianimmigration.org before successfully and found them to make the applications process somewhat simpler.
Visa regulations change from time to time and differ from country to country, so all clients need to check their own requirements with the consulates of the countries they will be visiting at least 3 months prior to their trip.
Visitors must ensure that they have at least 2 blank VISA pages (not endorsement pages) in their passport and that their passport is valid for at least 6 months after the end of their trip.
Though we try our best to provide up to date information, GKS cannot take responsibility for accuracy of visa information, which MUST be verified by the consulates of the countries concerned!

India’s climate varies dramatically from region to region and from season to season, and it is important to plan one’s trip around the climate. It has an extremely wet, hot, and humid monsoon season from about June through to August, a warm and drier season from Sep-Oct, a cool dry season from Nov-Feb and a hot and dry season from March-May
The North of india experiences extremely drastic climactic variations and can be rather chilly, particularly at night, in Dec and Nov and extremely hot in April and May. The tropical South, as well as Mumbai to a lesser extent, is almost always hot and humid, though temperature extremes are not as drastic. the higher elevations can be cool or even cold throughout the year.
The best time for seeing tigers is in the very hot dry season, from late March through May, where the hot and dry conditions force the tigers to the more accessible waterholes where it is easier to see them. This is the best time for safaris, but prepare well for extreme heat.
For the cultural centres of Northern India, the best time to visit is during the cooler months from Nov-Feb- days are usually pleasantly sunny and mild, but nights can be very chilly and warmer layers should be brought.

India’s main cities have a surprisingly good health-care industry with medical tourism being rather common, but it is essential to have the correct travel insurance and to bring any prescriptions and preventive medications with you.
The same cannot be said for more remote locations, so travelling with basic medications and first aid is always advisable, as is emergency evacuation and medical/travel insurance.
Yellow fever inoculations might be required by certain countries for re-entry, and the subtropical, tropical, and equatorial regions often have low malaria risk, so check your itinerary carefully for guidelines.
As we eat in top hotels, procure the best quality produce, and drink only bottled water, the risk of the dreaded “Delhi Belly” is relatively low, but as stomach upsets are very common in general with travelers to India, and we do frequent public places, it is recommended to bring Cipro or other anti-biotics with under your doctors guidance, and to consider preventive shots for Typhoid, Dysentery, Cholera, and the like as per your travel clinic and doctors recommendations.

The unit of currency in India is the Indian Rupee which is currently valued at about 83.00 Indian Rupee = 1$, although currency fluctuations can be rather drastic, as can the variance in the actual exchange rate offered.
Certain ATMs in the region accept most foreign Visa cards, but are UNRELIABLE, and a good combination of local currency, $US cash, and cards is usually the best way to go.
some vendors in the region as well as airline overweight cashiers will ONLY accept cash, but most are all too eager for $US.
The GOOD NEWS is that being on an organized trip, you only really need cash for the small things, so its nothing to worry about!
*For your convenience, click here for updated currency conversion rates.

India is generally a safe country, but the usual precautions should be taken against petty crime, particular in the crowded cities where pick-pocketing is extremely common. In certain areas, women in particular are advised against walking alone at night.
Like anywhere in the world today, the global terror threat is always there, and we keep all the finer details of our itineraries offline as a precaution, in ALL venues that we operate in around the world- exact venues and final dates of tours are only made known to confirmed participants.