India16 days
India's Central Tiger Reserves — 16 Days
Corbett, Ranthambore, Bandhavgarh, and Kanha by jeep safari, with temple visits and bird sanctuaries
This 16-day itinerary moves through four of India's principal tiger reserves—Jim Corbett in the Himalayan foothills, Ranthambore in Rajasthan, Bandhavgarh in Madhya Pradesh, and Kanha in the central highlands—connected by road and rail from Delhi. The tour involves twice-daily open-jeep safaris in each reserve, guided by park naturalists. The route also incorporates the bird sanctuary at Bharatpur, the Taj Mahal and Agra Fort near Agra, and the medieval temple complex at Khajuraho. Accommodation is in wildlife lodges and hotels near or within park boundaries. The itinerary begins in Delhi, includes an optional train journey to Sawai Madhopur for Ranthambore, and concludes in Mumbai or returns to Delhi.
Highlights
- Morning and evening safaris in Jim Corbett National Park, where elephants, tigers, leopards, sloth bears, and wild dogs inhabit Himalayan foothill terrain
- Tiger reserve safari at Ranthambore, set among 10th-century ruins within the park boundary
- Birdwatching at Keoladeo Ghana National Park, Bharatpur — a seasonal refuge for migratory waterfowl and resident species
- Daylong safaris in Bandhavgarh National Park, historically associated with white tiger populations
- Full-day wildlife viewing in Kanha National Park, a 1,945-square-kilometre reserve in central India
- Temple architecture at Khajuraho — medieval Chandela temples (east and west groups)
- Taj Mahal, Agra Fort, and Sikandra near Agra
Day by day
1Arrival in Delhi and City SightseeingDelhi airport or railway station · Old Delhi · New Delhi
On arrival at Delhi airport or railway station, a company representative arranges transfer to the hotel and check-in. Full-day sightseeing follows, covering Old Delhi (Red Fort, Jama Masjid, Chandni Chowk, Raj Ghat) and New Delhi (Qutab Minar, Humayun's Tomb, India Gate, Birla Temple, President's House, and Parliament). Overnight in Delhi.
2Delhi to Jim Corbett National ParkDelhi to Jim Corbett National Park
Drive south from Delhi to Jim Corbett National Park (approximately 250 kilometres). The park lies in the Himalayan foothills of Uttarakhand. Afternoon at leisure. Overnight near Corbett.
3Morning and Evening Safaris, Jim CorbettJim Corbett National Park · near Corbett
Twice-daily open-jeep safaris within Jim Corbett National Park. The reserve is home to elephants, tigers, leopards, wild dogs, sloth bears, and porcupines across Himalayan foothill habitat. Overnight near Corbett.
4Second Day of Safaris, Jim CorbettCorbett · Corbett National Park
Additional morning and evening safaris in Corbett National Park, offering further opportunity to encounter the park's resident wildlife. Overnight near Corbett.
5Jim Corbett to DelhiJim Corbett to Delhi · Delhi
Morning drive from Corbett back to Delhi (approximately 250 kilometres). Afternoon at leisure upon arrival. Overnight in Delhi.
6Delhi to Ranthambore by TrainDelhi railway station · Delhi to Sawai Madhopur · Sawai Madhopur to Ranthambore
Transfer to Delhi railway station. AC train journey to Sawai Madhopur (approximately 250 kilometres by rail), near Ranthambore Tiger Reserve. On arrival, road transfer to Ranthambore. Afternoon at leisure. Overnight near Ranthambore.
7Full-Day Safari at Ranthambore Tiger ReserveRanthambore Tiger Reserve
Morning and evening open-jeep safaris at Ranthambore Tiger Reserve in Rajasthan. The reserve encompasses 10th-century fortifications and is habitat for tigers, leopards, deer, and other wildlife. Overnight near Ranthambore.
8Ranthambore to Keoladeo Ghana National Park, BharatpurKeoladeo Ghana National Park
Morning drive to Keoladeo Ghana National Park near Bharatpur (approximately 250 kilometres). Afternoon guided birdwatching with a naturalist. The sanctuary hosts resident and migratory bird species seasonally. Overnight near Bharatpur.
9Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary and AgraKeoladeo Ghana bird sanctuary · Taj Mahal · Agra Fort · mausoleum at Sikandra · Bharatpur to Agra
Morning visit to Keoladeo Ghana bird sanctuary. Afternoon drive to Agra (approximately 250 kilometres). On arrival, visits to the Taj Mahal, Agra Fort, and the mausoleum at Sikandra. Overnight in Agra.
10Agra to KhajurahoAgra to Khajuraho · Khajuraho
Drive to Khajuraho (approximately 250 kilometres). Afternoon at leisure. Overnight in Khajuraho.
11Khajuraho Temples and Bandhavgarh National ParkBandhavgarh National Park · Khajuraho's medieval temple complex
Morning guided tour of Khajuraho's medieval temple complex, including the east and west groups of Chandela-era structures. Afternoon drive to Bandhavgarh National Park in Madhya Pradesh (approximately 250 kilometres). Overnight near Bandhavgarh.
12Daylong Safari at Bandhavgarh National ParkBandhavgarh National Park · near Bandhavgarh
Morning and evening open-jeep safaris within Bandhavgarh National Park. Overnight near Bandhavgarh.
13Bandhavgarh to Kanha National ParkBandhavgarh to Kanha National Park · Kanha National Park
Morning drive to Kanha National Park (approximately 250 kilometres). The reserve encompasses 1,945 square kilometres of central Indian landscape. Afternoon at leisure. Overnight near Kanha.
14Full-Day Safari at Kanha National ParkKanha National Park · near Kanha
Morning and evening open-jeep safaris in Kanha National Park. Overnight near Kanha.
15Kanha to Nagpur and Flight to MumbaiKanha to Nagpur · Nagpur · Mumbai
Morning drive from Kanha to Nagpur (approximately 250 kilometres). Flight from Nagpur to Mumbai in the afternoon. On arrival in Mumbai, transfer to hotel. Evening at leisure. Overnight in Mumbai.
16Departure or Return to DelhiDelhi · Mumbai airport
Morning at leisure. Transfer to Mumbai airport for onward flight, or flight to Delhi for return journey, depending on itinerary selection.
Where you go
- 1Old Delhi
- 2Delhi
- 3Keoladeo Ghana Bird Sanctuary
- 4Taj Mahal
- 5Agra Fort
- 6Khajuraho
- 7Delhi
Included
- Preferred Accommodations as Per Package.
- Air Condition Vehicle for All Airport Transfers, Tours and Intercity Travel as Per Itinerary.
- Private English-Speaking Guide,Approved by Ministry of Tourism (Other language guides also available upon request).
- Daily Breakfast at hotel.
- Toll Taxes, Parking, Driver Allowance, Fuel and all applicable taxes.
- Assistance by a dedicated tour manager and associates throughout the tour.