From Royal Heritage to the Heart of Tiger Country.
Overview
Experience two sides of India on this 14-day Golden Triangle and wildlife safari tour. Begin with the historic cities of Delhi, Agra and Jaipur, where Mughal monuments, royal forts and colourful bazaars tell stories of India’s past. Then travel into central India for jeep safaris through four well-known tiger reserves.
Explore Pench’s mixed forests and open meadows, Kanha’s sal forests and grasslands, Bandhavgarh’s rugged hills and Tadoba’s bamboo forests and lakes. Accompanied by local safari guides and naturalists on the arranged game drives, you can look for Bengal tigers, leopards, deer, wild dogs and a wide range of birds.
This itinerary suits travellers who want to combine India’s best-known cultural attractions with several days in the forest. Private road transfers, wildlife lodge stays and planned safari arrangements help organise the journey across the different regions.
Best for: Wildlife enthusiasts, photographers, couples and travellers who want to combine India’s heritage with tiger safaris.
Tour Highlights
- Explore Old and New Delhi, including Jama Masjid, Chandni Chowk, Humayun’s Tomb and Qutub Minar.
- Visit the Taj Mahal at sunrise and discover the historic Agra Fort.
- Experience Jaipur’s royal heritage at Amber Fort, City Palace and Jantar Mantar.
- Enjoy jeep safaris in Pench National Park, known for its forests, meadows and diverse wildlife.
- Explore Kanha National Park, home to tigers, barasingha, gaur and many bird species.
- Search for tigers and other wildlife in Bandhavgarh National Park.
- Discover Tadoba Andhari Tiger Reserve, with its teak forests, bamboo thickets and lakes.
- Enjoy morning and afternoon safaris on the days specified in your itinerary.
- Stay near the national parks to spend more time exploring their surrounding landscapes.
- Combine historic monuments, local markets, rural scenery and wildlife experiences in one trip.
Experience India’s Heritage and Wild Landscapes
From the Taj Mahal and Jaipur’s royal palaces to the forests of Pench, Kanha, Bandhavgarh and Tadoba, this journey brings together India’s cultural landmarks and wildlife habitats in one extended holiday.
It suits travellers who want time to explore historic cities and experience several different tiger reserves rather than focusing on just one park. Confirm the safari schedule, lodge arrangements and flight connections before booking so the journey runs smoothly from Delhi to Nagpur.
Tour Itinerary:
Arrive at Delhi’s Indira Gandhi International Airport, where your representative will meet you and arrange your transfer to the hotel. After check-in, take time to rest following your journey.
Depending on your arrival time, you may enjoy a short drive past India Gate, the government buildings along Kartavya Path and Connaught Place.
Overnight: Delhi
After breakfast, explore the historic sights of Old and New Delhi. Visit Jama Masjid and experience the busy lanes of Chandni Chowk, where an optional rickshaw ride offers a closer look at the old market.
See the Red Fort from outside, then continue to Humayun’s Tomb and Qutub Minar to discover two important examples of India’s architectural heritage.
Later, drive to Agra and check in to your hotel. If time permits, visit Mehtab Bagh for views of the Taj Mahal across the Yamuna River.
Overnight: Agra
Start early with a sunrise visit to the Taj Mahal. Walk through its gardens and admire the white marble, intricate details and changing morning light.
Return to the hotel for breakfast before visiting Agra Fort, a historic complex associated with the Mughal emperors.
In the afternoon, drive to Jaipur, Rajasthan’s Pink City. You may stop at Fatehpur Sikri if your schedule allows. Arrive in Jaipur and settle into your hotel.
Overnight: Jaipur
After breakfast, visit Amber Fort, set on a hill overlooking the surrounding landscape. Explore its courtyards, palace rooms and decorated halls.
Continue to Jaipur’s City Palace and Jantar Mantar, the historic astronomical observatory. Stop outside Hawa Mahal for photographs of its distinctive façade.
Spend the late afternoon exploring Jaipur’s traditional markets, where you can browse block-printed fabrics, jewellery, blue pottery and handicrafts.
Overnight: Jaipur
Today, leave Rajasthan and travel towards central India. Your departure airport will depend on the confirmed flight arrangements and schedule.
Fly to Nagpur, the main gateway for this part of the journey, then continue by road to your wildlife lodge near Pench National Park.
After check-in, enjoy some time to settle in and take in the quieter surroundings. Your safari team can brief you on the upcoming drives, park rules and wildlife-viewing arrangements.
Overnight: Pench National Park area
Note: Domestic flights and the exact airport transfer arrangements should be confirmed in your final quotation.
Begin early with a jeep safari in Pench National Park. Travel through forest tracks, open meadows and river areas while looking for tigers, leopards, wild dogs, deer and birdlife.
Return to your lodge for breakfast and some time to rest. After lunch or an afternoon break, head back into the park for another safari, subject to your confirmed booking.
Pench offers varied forest scenery, so each drive provides a chance to observe different habitats and animal behaviour. Wildlife sightings depend on natural conditions and cannot be guaranteed.
Overnight: Pench National Park area
After breakfast, check out and drive to Kanha National Park through the countryside of Madhya Pradesh. The journey takes several hours, so allow time for breaks along the way.
On arrival, check in to your wildlife lodge. Spend the rest of the day relaxing or learning about the park’s wildlife and conservation work.
Kanha’s sal forests, grasslands and open meadows provide habitat for tigers, barasingha, gaur and many other species.
Overnight: Kanha National Park area
Set out early for a jeep safari in Kanha. Watch for wildlife along forest tracks and open grasslands, where deer, langurs and other animals may appear. With luck, you may also spot a tiger or hear alarm calls from nearby animals.
Return to the lodge for breakfast and a break during the middle of the day.
In the afternoon, join another safari if included in your confirmed package. Exploring a different route or zone can offer a fresh perspective on Kanha’s landscapes and wildlife.
Overnight: Kanha National Park area
Begin the day with a morning safari in Kanha, subject to your permit and booking. After returning to the lodge for breakfast, check out and travel to Bandhavgarh National Park.
The road journey crosses rural Madhya Pradesh, with villages, fields and wooded areas along the way. Arrive at your lodge near Bandhavgarh and relax after the transfer.
Overnight: Bandhavgarh National Park area
Enjoy a morning jeep safari in Bandhavgarh, a park known for its tiger population, forested hills and rocky terrain.
Your naturalist and driver will help you look for animal tracks, alarm calls and movement along the forest paths. You may encounter deer, langurs, wild boar and a variety of birds, alongside the possibility of seeing a tiger.
Return to the lodge for breakfast and rest before your afternoon safari, as scheduled in your package.
Overnight: Bandhavgarh National Park area
Spend another day exploring Bandhavgarh with morning and afternoon jeep safaris, if both are included in your confirmed arrangements.
A second full day gives you more time to explore the park’s different habitats and observe wildlife without rushing between destinations. Your safari route will depend on the permits and zones available for your dates.
Between drives, return to your lodge for meals and relaxation.
Overnight: Bandhavgarh National Park area
After breakfast, depart for Tadoba Andhari Tiger Reserve in Maharashtra. This is a substantial transfer day, and the route will depend on road conditions and the final transport arrangements.
Check in to your lodge near Tadoba on arrival. Depending on your arrival time, you may have time to relax and prepare for the next day’s safari.
Overnight: Tadoba National Park area
Start early for a jeep safari in Tadoba Andhari Tiger Reserve. Its teak forests, bamboo thickets and water bodies provide habitat for tigers, sloth bears, deer, wild boar and numerous bird species.
Return to your lodge for breakfast and time to rest. Later, head out for an afternoon safari if included in your confirmed arrangements.
Tadoba offers a different forest setting from the parks you have already visited. Every safari follows the natural rhythms of the forest, and sightings vary with weather, animal movement and the zone you enter.
Overnight: Tadoba National Park area
After breakfast, check out and travel by road to Nagpur for your onward flight. If your schedule and safari permits allow, you may enquire about an additional morning safari at an extra cost.
Your tour ends with a combination of India’s historic monuments, royal architecture and central India’s wildlife landscapes.
Please allow sufficient time for the drive to Nagpur and airport check-in. If you have an international flight from Delhi, confirm your connecting flight arrangements and leave enough time between flights.
Departure: Nagpur
Tour Includes
- Private air-conditioned vehicle with an experienced driver for scheduled city transfers and sightseeing in Delhi, Agra and Jaipur.
- Jeep safaris as specified in the final itinerary.
- Naturalist or local safari guide services during the arranged game drives, as confirmed.
- Fuel charges, road tolls, parking fees and driver allowances for the included road journeys.
- Airport and railway station transfers specifically listed in the confirmed itinerary.
Tour Excludes
- International flights to and from India.
- Domestic flights unless specifically listed as included in the quotation.
- Hotel accommodation in Delhi, Agra and Jaipur (available on request at an additional cost).
- Wildlife lodge accommodation near Pench, Kanha, Bandhavgarh and Tadoba (available on request at an additional cost).
- Monument entrance tickets in Delhi, Agra and Jaipur unless included in the final package.
- Meals and drinks not covered by the selected hotel or lodge plan.
- Additional safaris, activities and excursions not listed in the confirmed itinerary.
- Personal expenses, laundry, telephone calls, room service, tips and shopping.
- Visa fees, travel insurance and medical expenses.
- Any service not specifically mentioned under Tour Inclusions.
