Duration
15 Nights / 16 Days
Travel Style
Private Car & Domestic Flight
Customization
100% Flexible
Rating
4.9 (93 Reviews)
Tour Overview
Embark on an epic 16-day private grand journey linking North India's classic cultural triangle with the absolute best tiger territory in Asia. Tour heritage highlights in Delhi, watch wildlife in Ranthambore, explore Fatehpur Sikri and the Taj Mahal in Agra, and see Khajuraho's exquisite temples. From there, head south to explore the dense sal woods of Bandhavgarh, the open meadows of Kanha, and the teak forests of Pench, before flying via Nagpur to Mumbai for a Victorian architecture tour.
Highlights
Ranthambore: Early morning and afternoon game drives in search of tigers.
Taj Mahal: A beautiful dawn visit followed by Agra Fort and Baby Taj.
Khajuraho: Guided tour of the medieval temples with erotic reliefs.
Tiger Reserves: Extensive game drives in Bandhavgarh, Kanha, and Pench.
Mumbai: Tour of the commercial capital with its rich Victorian architecture.
Itinerary
Delhi Arrival
Upon arrival in Delhi, you will be met by our representative and transferred to your hotel. Stay overnight at The Metropolitan Hotel in Delhi.
Enquire NowDelhi to Ranthambore National Park
Enjoy a leisurely morning in Delhi. Later, board the express train to Sawai Madhopur, the gateway to Ranthambore. Upon arrival, transfer to your forest lodge. Stay for 2 nights at Ranthambore Kothi.
Ranthambore Wildlife Safaris
Embark on early morning and afternoon game drives by shared open jeep in Ranthambore National Park, seeking out wild tigers, leopards, marsh crocodiles, and rare birds. Overnight stay at the lodge.
Enquire NowRanthambore – Bharatpur – Fatehpur Sikri – Agra
Take a morning drive and train to Bharatpur. From there, travel by road to the fortified ghost city of Fatehpur Sikri. Explore the pristine ruins before continuing to Agra. Check in for a 2-night stay at the ITC Mughal Hotel.
Agra Sightseeing
Begin your day with a dawn visit to the stunning Taj Mahal. Return to the hotel for breakfast, followed by a full day exploring the heritage of Agra, including Agra Fort and the Tomb of Itmad-Ud-Daulah (Baby Taj). Overnight stay at ITC Mughal Hotel.
Enquire NowAgra to Khajuraho via Jhansi
Take a morning train to Jhansi, then proceed by private vehicle to Khajuraho. Check in at the Lalit Temple View Hotel. In the afternoon, tour the magnificent UNESCO Western Group of Temples. Overnight stay in Khajuraho.
Khajuraho to Bandhavgarh
Transfer by road to Bandhavgarh National Park, winding through the Vindhya hills. Check in for a 3-night stay at the luxury Kings Lodge. Relax and enjoy the resort amenities in the evening. Overnight stay in Bandhavgarh.
Enquire NowBandhavgarh Game Drives
Enjoy morning and afternoon game drives in the park. Bandhavgarh's steep cliffs and dense bamboo forests are ideal territory for Bengal tigers. Overnight stay at Kings Lodge.
Bandhavgarh Wildlife & Culture
Opt for another set of game drives, or choose to spend the day exploring Bandhavgarh Fort ruins, ancient monuments, local villages, and bird watching. Overnight stay at Kings Lodge.
Enquire NowBandhavgarh to Kanha National Park
Take a final morning game drive in Bandhavgarh before transferring by road to Kanha National Park. Upon arrival, check in for a two-night stay at Tuli Tiger Corridor. Overnight stay in Kanha.
Kanha Tiger Reserve Safaris
Enjoy early morning and afternoon safaris in the highly varied terrain of Kanha, home to the rare Barasingha deer, tigers, wild dogs, and superb birdlife. Overnight stay in Kanha.
Enquire NowKanha to Pench National Park
Start with a morning game drive in Kanha. Later, check out and drive to Pench National Park. Check in for a two-night stay at Tuli Tiger Corridor in Pench. Overnight stay in Pench.
Pench National Park Safaris
Explore the teak forests and grasslands of the Satpura Range. Embark on early morning and afternoon game drives in Pench, the playground of Mowgli. Overnight stay in Pench.
Enquire NowPench – Nagpur – Mumbai
Check out and transfer to Nagpur airport for your flight to Mumbai. Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel. Stay at the Trident Nariman Point Hotel. The rest of the day is at your leisure. Overnight stay in Mumbai.
Mumbai Sightseeing
Dedicate the day to exploring Mumbai, the business capital of India. Tour the Gateway of India, Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus, Mani Bhawan, and Marine Drive, exploring its extensive Victorian architecture. Free evening. Overnight stay in Mumbai.
Enquire NowDepart Mumbai
Early morning departure transfer to Mumbai International Airport for your flight back home. ***Tour Ends***
Inclusions
- Accommodation in luxury heritage hotels and forest lodges
- Daily buffet breakfast at all hotels (all meals included at forest resorts)
- Wildlife safaris as specified in each national park
- Private AC transportation with driver throughout the road transfers
- Train tickets (Delhi-Sawai Madhopur, Agra-Jhansi)
- Local English-speaking guides and naturalists
- Assistance upon arrival and departure at each station
- Current Government Taxes
Exclusions
- International/Domestic flight airfares (Nagpur-Mumbai flight optional extra)
- Personal expenses such as drinks, tips, travel insurance, and laundry
- Camera fees at monuments and parks