Essence of India with Tiger Tour

Tour Duration: 14 Nights / 15 Days

Destinations Covered: Delhi - Jaipur - Ranthambore - Bharatpur - Agra - Bandhavgarh - Kanha - Jabalpur - Delhi

Day 01: Arrival in Delhi

Arrive at Delhi airport to a warm welcome from our representatives who shall assist & transfer you to a pre-booked hotel. Rest of the day at leisure followed by overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 02: Delhi

Today our expert guides will accompany you for the full day city tour. Displaying a charming mix of modern marvels with historical monuments, Delhi is regarded as the one stop tourist destination for all.

First we will pay homage to Mahatma Gandhi by visiting Rajghat, followed tour of all four UNESCO World Heritage Sites of the city, namely the Red Fort- built in red sandstone by the Mughals in 16th century,  Jama Masjid - regarded as one of the largest mosque in Asia, the monument houses several sacred memorabilia of prophet like his slippers, footprints embedded in marble etc., Humayun’s tomb- built in memory of Mughal ruler Humayun by his wife  and Qutab Minar- regarded as the tallest single minaret in the world.
Dinner & overnight stay at Delhi.

Day 03: Delhi - Jaipur

After a leisurely breakfast, drive towards the "pink city" of Jaipur and upon arrival check-in at a royal palace. Post lunch, set out to discover the grand Amber Fort where you shall enjoy an elephant ride majestically dressed and feel like the Indian Maharaja of the bygone age. We shall be exploring the fort and other historical monuments including the museum. Later, drive back to the hotel for overnight stay

Day 04: Jaipur - Ranthambore

Set out for the tour of Jaipur visiting all famous monument and forts including Jantar Mantar- the ancient astronomical observatory which is remarkably accurate, City palace which is a fine example of architectural brilliance and Hawa Mahal also called the palace of winds, built to enable the royal ladies to watch the royal processions passing through. Later, we will drive towards Ranthambore National Park located 185 km away and upon arrival check-in at a wildlife resort.
Dinner & overnight stay at the resort.

Day 05: Ranthambore

Ranthambhore is one of the most well known and frequented wildlife reserves in India. Enjoy morning and evening game drives into the reserve accompanied by an expert guide. For Tiger tracking you may opt for an elephant safari which is regarded more suitable for spotting the animal. Game drive will be followed by Nature walk and trekking expedition. A part of famed Project Tiger of India, Ranthambhore possesses over 12 species of reptiles, 272 types of birds and 350 species of trees and aquatic plants. Later, return to the lodge for dinner & overnight stay.

Day 06: Ranthambore

Morning and evening game drive into the reserve for the popular tiger tracking. You may also opt for the elephant safari as Mahaut are well aware of the whereabouts of the tiger. Evening visit to the nearby villages followed by return to the hotel for dinner & overnight stay.

Day 07: Ranthambore - Bharatpur

Morning game drives into the reserve accompanied by a naturalist. Return to the resort for lunch followed by drive to Bharatpur bird sanctuary and upon arrival check-in at a wildlife resort. A UNESCO World Heritage Site, the sanctuary has more than 300 species of birds both resident and migratory including Indian Spotted Eagles, Darters, Black-necked, Painted and Asian Openbill Storks, Common, Sarus and Demoiselle Cranes and Dalmatian Pelicans. Some of the migratory birds come here from as far as Serbia. We shall take a rickshaw ride into the park to observe the avifauna those fond of bird photography may keep their camera handy for the innumerable opportunities. Later, visit the nearby villages to get insight into the basic lifestyles of the people. Dinner & overnight stay will be at the lodge.

Day 08: Bharatpur - Agra

After breakfast drive to Agra and upon arrival check-in at a hotel. Post lunch, our expert guide will escort you to the Taj Mahal, the most famous monument of the country. This white marble clad monument of love is world renowned for its beauty, and we will be exploring Taj and other monuments located nearby. Afternoon visit to other historical sites of Agra including Jama Masjid and the Agra Fort. Dinner & overnight stay at Agra.

Day 09: Agra - Bandhavgarh

Morning time free for leisure activities, and afternoon transfer to the Agra railway station to board train to Bandhavgarh. On arrival, you will be transfer to the wildlife resort. Dinner & overnight stay at Bandhavgarh.

Day 10: Bandhavgarh

In the morning embark on a Jeep Safari into the Park for Game Viewing. Bandhavgarh is the ideal place to spot the tiger. The majestic predator assured of protection, roams freely during the daytime and can be seen at close quarters. Other wildlife to be seen include sambar, chital, nilgai (blue bull), chinkara, langur, wild boar, sloth bear, hyena, jackal, jungle cat, pythons and leopards. Overnight at the forest resort.

Day 11: Bandhavgarh

In the morning embark on another Game View Jeep Safari into the reserve. Afternoon Bird watching tour to observe its large variety of avifauna, especially around the lake which attracts a large number of migratory and local birds. Crocodiles also abound in the lake. Rest of the day is at leisure to pursue independent activities. Overnight at the forest resort.

Day 12: Bandhavgarh-Kanha

Morning drive to Kanha, another popular wildlife reserve of Madhya Pradesh. Later, Safari in an open-top jeep accompanied by a naturalist to observe the rich variety of flora & fauna from close quarters. Overnight at Kanha forest resort.

Day 13: Kanha

Morning and evening Elephant safari to the reserve. Explore the Kanha attractions including the Kanha Museum displaying tribal and forest artifacts, as well as Nature walks and trekking expedition in the rough hilly terrain. Overnight stay at the resort.

Day 14: Kanha – Jabalpur

Morning safari (jeep/elephant) into the reserve followed by drive to the Jabalpur railway station from where you will board the overnight train to Delhi with dinner on-board.

Day 15: Delhi

Morning arrival at Delhi and meet with our representatives who shall transfer you to the designated hotel. Take time to relax before being driven to the airport in the evening for flight back home. Tour & Services ends.