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India's Golden Triangle: Delhi, Jaipur & Agra with Tiger Reserves — 14 Days
Delhi to Bandhavgarh via Ranthambhore and Khajuraho temples, combining Mughal monuments, wildlife safaris, and medieval temple architecture across 14 days.
This 14-day circuit connects India's three foundational historical capitals—Delhi, Jaipur, and Agra—with additions of two major tiger reserves and a significant medieval temple complex. The route opens in Delhi with Mughal and colonial-era sites including the Red Fort, Jama Masjid, and Qutub Minar, moves to Jaipur and Amber Fort, then to Ranthambhore National Park for tiger sightings. From there, the itinerary proceeds to Agra to view the Taj Mahal and Agra Fort before traveling north to Khajuraho, where 10th- and 11th-century temples from the Chandela dynasty display extensive stone carving. The final leg leads to Bandhavgarh National Park, where a second concentration of Bengal tigers inhabits dense sal forest. Throughout, the tour maintains hotel accommodations with private vehicle transport, English-speaking guides approved by India's Ministry of Tourism, and structured visits to major attractions.
Highlights
- Sunrise visit to the Taj Mahal in Agra, viewing the white marble mausoleum at dawn before crowds arrive
- Tiger safari in Ranthambhore National Park with high tiger density
- Amber Fort near Jaipur, a hilltop palace complex overlooking the Pink City
- Qutub Minar in Delhi, a minaret
- UNESCO-listed Western Group of Temples at Khajuraho, featuring intricately carved 10th-century sandstone structures
- Bandhavgarh Tiger Reserve, a protected area in Madhya Pradesh with dense tiger population
- Jama Masjid in Old Delhi, one of the largest mosques in India
- Fatehpur Sikri, a Mughal city visited en route to Agra
- Jungle safari in Bandhavgarh National Park, afternoon game viewing in sal and teak forest
Day by day
1Arrival in DelhiDelhi International Airport
Arrival at Delhi International Airport with hotel transfer arranged. The remainder of the day is unstructured, allowing rest and adjustment to local time.
2Delhi's Mughal and Colonial LandmarksDelhi · Red Fort · Jama Masjid · India Gate · Humayun's Tomb · Qutub Minar · Lotus Temple
Guided tour of Red Fort, Jama Masjid, India Gate, Humayun's Tomb, Qutub Minar, and Lotus Temple. Overnight in Delhi.
3Delhi to JaipurDelhi to Jaipur · Neemrana Fort · your hotel
Drive to Jaipur (280 km), with an optional stop at Neemrana Fort en route. Arrive and check in to your hotel for the night.
4Jaipur City TourAmber Fort · City Palace · Jantar Mantar · Hawa Mahal · Old City
Visit Amber Fort, City Palace, Jantar Mantar, and Hawa Mahal. Visit local markets in the Old City. Overnight in Jaipur.
5Jaipur to Ranthambhore National ParkJaipur to Ranthambhore National Park · Ranthambhore Fort
Eastward drive to Ranthambhore, approximately 180 kilometers. Afternoon spent at leisure or visiting Ranthambhore Fort, a 10th-century hilltop fortress overlooking the national park.
6Tiger Safari in Ranthambhore National ParkRanthambhore National Park
Early morning and afternoon jeep safaris through Ranthambhore National Park. Watch for Bengal tigers, leopards, sloth bears, and sambar deer across the reserve's lakes and rocky terrain.
7Ranthambhore to Agra via Fatehpur SikriAgra · Bharatpur · Fatehpur Sikri's Mughal palaces and mosque
Drive through Bharatpur to Agra, stopping at Fatehpur Sikri's Mughal palaces and mosque. Arrive evening.
8Agra City Tour: Taj Mahal at SunriseTaj Mahal · Agra Fort · Mehtab Bagh · Itmad-ud-Daulah
Sunrise at the Taj Mahal, then Agra Fort, Mehtab Bagh, and Itmad-ud-Daulah. Overnight in Agra.
9Agra to Khajuraho and the Western Group of TemplesAgra to Khajuraho · Western Group of Temples
Fly or take the express train to Khajuraho. Visit the UNESCO-listed Western Group of Temples, remarkable 10th- and 11th-century structures built by the Chandela dynasty.
10Khajuraho Temples: Eastern and Southern GroupsEastern and Southern groups of temples · village · local art
Visit the Eastern and Southern groups of temples. Choose between a village tour or local art exploration to see contemporary crafts and traditional stonework.
11Khajuraho to Bandhavgarh National ParkKhajuraho to Bandhavgarh National Park · wildlife resort within or adjacent to the reserve
230-kilometer drive southeastward to Bandhavgarh National Park in Madhya Pradesh, with check-in at a wildlife resort within or adjacent to the reserve. Evening at leisure.
12Tiger Safari in Bandhavgarh National ParkBandhavgarh National Park
Morning and afternoon jeep safaris through dense sal and teak forest. Watch for tigers, gaur, sambar, and wild dog across the reserve.
13Bandhavgarh to Delhi via JabalpurBandhavgarh · Delhi · Jabalpur Airport
Drive to Jabalpur Airport, followed by flight to Delhi and transfer to hotel. Evening at leisure.
14Departure from DelhiDelhi International Airport
Hotel breakfast followed by transfer to Delhi International Airport for onward travel.
Where you go
- 1Delhi International Airport
- 2Delhi
- 3Red Fort
- 4Amber Fort
- 5City Palace
- 6Jantar Mantar
- 7Hawa Mahal
- 8Agra
- 9Bharatpur
- 10Taj Mahal
- 11Agra Fort
- 12Delhi
- 13Delhi International Airport
Included
- Mineral Water Bottles
- Lunch at 5 Star Hotel.
- 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. .