Duration
09 Nights / 10 Days
Travel Style
Private Car & Domestic Flight
Customization
100% Flexible
Rating
4.9 (81 Reviews)
Tour Overview
Embark on the ultimate tiger safari itinerary across Central India's three legendary national parks. Commencing in Delhi, fly to Nagpur to explore Pench Tiger Reserve (the setting of Kipling's Jungle Book), continue to Kanha's open grassy meadows to spot the rare Barasingha deer, and proceed to Bandhavgarh for maximum tiger sighting opportunities. Finish the loop in Agra exploring the Taj Mahal and Agra Fort.
Highlights
Pench: 3 private jeep safaris in the rich forests of Madhya Pradesh & Maharashtra.
Kanha: 3 jungle safaris plus opportunities for guided nature walks and elephant rides.
Bandhavgarh: 3 private safaris in the park containing India's highest tiger density.
Taj Mahal: Sunrise Taj Mahal visit and tour of UNESCO Agra Fort.
Itinerary
Arrive Delhi
On arrival in New Delhi, meet our representative at the airport and transfer to your hotel. After refreshing, tour New Delhi's Qutab Complex, drive past British Delhi landmarks including the President's House, Parliament House, and India Gate. In the afternoon, tour Old Delhi's Red Fort and Jama Masjid, followed by a cycle rickshaw ride through the bazaars of Chandni Chowk. Overnight stay in Delhi.
Enquire NowDelhi – Nagpur – Pench (180 km / 3 hrs)
Early morning transfer to the airport for your flight to Nagpur (Dep: 06:30 AM / Arr: 08:10 AM). Drive directly from Nagpur to Pench National Park. Settle into your forest resort. In the evening, enjoy your first game drive into Pench Tiger Reserve with experienced naturalists. Overnight stay in Pench.
In Pench Tiger Reserve
Enjoy morning and afternoon game drives (2 safaris) in Pench. Sighting wild dogs, leopards, gaurs, and tigers is highly possible in these lush dry deciduous teak forests. Overnight stay at the resort.
Enquire NowPench – Kanha National Park (255 km / 5 hrs)
Embark on an early morning safari in Pench. Return to the resort for breakfast, then drive to Kanha National Park. Kanha's rich habitat diversity supports abundant animal communities. Settle into your resort. Evening game drive included. Overnight stay in Kanha.
Kanha National Park Exploration
Enjoy morning and evening jungle excursions (2 safaris) in Kanha. Look out for the rare Central Indian Barasingha (swamp deer), gaur, dhole (wild dog), and Bengal tiger. Explore the open meadows and sal forests that inspired Kipling's Jungle Book. Overnight stay at the resort.
Enquire NowKanha – Bandhavgarh (260 km / 5 hrs)
After breakfast, take a scenic drive to Bandhavgarh National Park, famed for the highest density of wild tigers in India. Check in to the resort. Enjoy an evening game safari inside the park. Overnight stay in Bandhavgarh.
Bandhavgarh National Park
Embark on morning and afternoon game drives (2 safaris) inside Bandhavgarh. Explore the thick sal forests and rocky cliffs, which are home to tigers, nilgai, wild boar, chital, and chinkara. Overnight stay at the resort.
Enquire NowBandhavgarh – Katni – Agra (Overnight Train)
Enjoy a final morning safari inside Bandhavgarh. After breakfast, check out and drive 175 km (3 hours) to Katni railway station to board the overnight train to Agra. Overnight on board the train.
Agra Sightseeing
Upon arrival in Agra, meet our representative and check in to your hotel. In the afternoon, visit the historic Agra Fort (UNESCO World Heritage Site), the Tomb of Akbar in Sikandra, and the Tomb of Itimad-Ud-Daulah (Baby Taj). Take an optional evening stroll through the old bazaar to sample local Agra Petha. Overnight stay in Agra.
Enquire NowAgra – Delhi – Home Departure (220 km / 3 hrs)
Early in the morning, visit the incomparable Taj Mahal at sunrise. Return to the hotel for breakfast. Afterwards, drive to Delhi, transferring directly to New Delhi International Airport for your departure flight back home. ***Tour Ends***
Enquire NowInclusions
- Accommodation in hotels & forest resorts (Single/Double/Triple occupancy)
- Daily buffet breakfast at all hotels (all meals included at forest lodges)
- 9 exclusive private jeep safaris across Pench, Kanha, and Bandhavgarh
- Private AC car with professional driver throughout the itinerary
- Overnight train tickets from Katni to Agra
- Local English-speaking guides and park naturalists
- Assistance at all railway stations and airports
- Current Government Taxes
Exclusions
- International/Domestic flight airfares (Delhi-Nagpur flight extra)
- Monument and park entry fees (unless specified)
- Personal expenses such as drinks, tips, travel insurance, and laundry