Depart UK

Make your own way to London Heathrow where you can check in and head through customs before boarding your flight.

Arrive Ahmedabad

Arrive into Ahmedabad and after clearing customs and immigration transfer to your hotel where you can check in for the next three nights on a bed and breakfast basis.

Ahmedabad is the most major city in the state of Gujarat, and hosts some incredible architecture and a bustling street-food scene. Birthplace of Mahatma Gandhi, Ahmedabad was named the first UNESCO Urban World Heritage Site in India.

Ahmedabad Sightseeing

After breakfast, enjoy a full-day of sightseeing in Ahmedabad. The tour will include the Sabarmati Ashram on the riverbank - an inspiring place where we will learn more about the life of Mahatma Gandhi. We will also visit the Adalaj Step-well which is a beautiful example of a 15th Century water storage mechanism. Finally, the Sarkhej Roza, also from the 15th Century, is a unique complex of tombs and palaces, and represents a true amalgamation of Hindu, Jain, and Islamic style.

England v New Zealand

Today is the tournament opener and a rematch of the enthralling final between these two sides in 2019.

After a leisurely morning, board the match-day transfer to the stadium. The game will likely run into the evening, after which the coach will return you to your hotel.

The largest stadium in the world, those who haven't visited the Narendra Modi Stadium before will certainly be impressed!

Ahmedabad to Ranthambore

This morning, check-out of your hotel and transfer to the airport for your flight to Jaipur. On arrival, we will then transfer to Ranthambore National Park where we will check-in for a two night stay on a bed and breakfast basis.

Ranthambore National Park is one of the biggest and most renowned national parks in Northern India.

Ranthambore Game Safari

Today we will enjoy two game drives in open-air vehicles. One before breakfast in the morning sun, and one post-lunch too. This will give us the best opportunity to see some of India's richest and most diverse wildlife with over 270 species of birds, 12 reptiles and 30 mammals present in the National Park.

Ranthambore to Delhi

This morning, check-out of your hotel and transfer to the train station with the group for our journey to Delhi. On arrival, we will then transfer to the hotel where we will check-in for a one night stay on a bed and breakfast basis.

Getting the train in India is a must-do experience, and the best way to travel this route. The rest of the afternoon will be at your leisure to enjoy at the hotel or exploring Delhi.

Delhi to Dharamsala

This morning, check-out of your hotel and transfer to the airport for your flight to Dharamsala. On arrival, we will then transfer to the hotel where we will check-in for a three night stay on a bed and breakfast basis.

Dharamsala is famously the home-town of the Dalai Lama, who now resides a couple of miles away in McLeod Ganj.

England v Bangladesh

Today, England take on Bangladesh at the stunning Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium.

After a leisurely morning, board the match-day transfer to the stadium. The game will likely run into the evening, after which the coach will return you to your hotel.

Situated 1,457m above sea level, this venue is one of the most picturesque in the world!

Dharamsala Sightseeing

After breakfast, we will head out on a sightseeing tour of Dharamsala. We will visit the Namgyal Monastery in McLeod Ganj - the personal monastery of the Dalai Lama, as well as immersing ourselves in Tibetan culture at the Norbulingka Institute of Tibetan Arts and the Tsuglagkhang Complex, which includes a visit to the residence of the Dalai Lama. McLeod Ganj is located around 8km from Dharamsala and lies in a picturesque valley in the Himalayas.

Dharamsala to Delhi

This morning, check-out of your hotel and transfer to the airport for your flight to Delhi. On arrival, we will then transfer to the hotel where we will check-in for a three night stay on a bed and breakfast basis.

New Delhi is a unique city steeped in history yet bustling with modern life and colour.

Delhi Sightseeing

After breakfast, we will head out on a sightseeing tour of Delhi, starting in Old Delhi with the Red Fort and the Raj Ghat - where Mahatma Gandhi was cremated in 1948. 

After lunch (at own expense), the tour will continue past the imposing Delhi Gate, impressive government buildings and the Qutab Minar, or the 'Tower of Victory,' which was built to establish the might of Islam.

England v Afghanistan

Today see's England take on Afghanistan in Delhi. 

After a leisurely morning, board the match-day transfer to the stadium. The game will likely run into the evening, after which the coach will return you to your hotel.

Previously known as Feroz Shah Kotla, the ground is traditionally a batsman friendly surface, so expect some big scores!

Delhi to Jaipur

This morning, check-out of your hotel and jump aboard the coach transfer to Jaipur. The journey will take us around five and a half hours.

On arrival, we will then transfer to the hotel where we will check-in for a two night stay on a bed and breakfast basis.

Jaipur - often referred to as 'The Pink City,' because in 1876, Maharaja Ram Singh had most of the buildings painted pink—the colour of hospitality—in preparation for the visit of Queen Victoria.

Jaipur Sightseeing

After breakfast this morning, the group will head to the Amber Fort in Jaipur - one of India's most popular attractions. The honey-coloured fortress palace is extensive and there are lots of chambers and courtyards to explore, some of which with striking views of the gorge.

In the afternoon, we will visit the Observatory and the City Palace, including the Hawa Mahal, one of Jaipur's most photographed highlights.

Jaipur to Agra

This morning, check-out of your hotel and board the coach to Jaipur. It's a long day of travel, but on the way there we will stop for lunch at a boutique hotel in Bharatpur, as well as visiting Fatehpur Sikri - a magnificent deserted red sandstone city with forts, palaces and mosques.

Agra Sightseeing

After breakfast, we will embark on a sightseeing tour of Agra - visiting the Fort and Itmad-ud-daulah. Construction of Agra Fort began in 1565 and the citadel offers some awe-inspiring marble palaces and terrace pavilions. We'll continue onto the tomb of Itmad-ud-Daulah, which is often referred to as the Baby Taj. The building is exquisite and a must-visit when in Agra.

In the afternoon, we will visit the Taj Mahal in time for sunset. Built as a monument of eternal love by Shah Jahan, the Taj Mahal took 20 years to build and the efforts of 20,000 labourers and craftsmen. It's a truly stunning sight and the close-up detail is jaw-dropping.

Agra to Delhi

After breakfast, check-out of your hotel and board the transfer by coach to Delhi, where we can check in for a one night stay on a bed and breakfast basis. The drive will last approximately four hours.

Delhi to Mumbai

This morning, check-out of your hotel and transfer to the airport for your flight to Mumbai. On arrival, we will then transfer to the hotel where we will check-in for a two night stay on a bed and breakfast basis.

Mumbai is a bustling metropolitan hub on the Arabian Sea. The capital of Maharashtra, this city is overflowing with energy and culture.

England v South Africa

Today see's England take on South Africa in Mumbai at the iconic Wankhede.

After a leisurely morning, board the match-day transfer to the stadium. The game will likely run into the evening, after which the coach will return you to your hotel.

The Wankhede is one of the most famous stadiums in India and a fantastic place to end our tour on a high!

Depart Mumbai

Check out of your hotel this morning and transfer back to the airport for your flight home.

Arrive UK

On arrival in the UK, say your goodbyes to the group and make your own onward travel arrangements.