Tigers & Temples

Day 1  Fly to Delhi

Days 2-3  Delhi  
Welcome to Delhi. Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel. The following day, discover the sights and sounds of India’s bustling capital on a city tour.

Day 4  Delhi to Varanasi  
Fly to Varanasi and head to the River Ganges in the late afternoon to watch the evening Ganga Aarti (a river worship ceremony) from the famous riverside ghats (ceremonial steps).

Day 5  Varanasi  
Soak up Varanasi’s spiritual atmosphere with a boat trip at dawn followed by a walking tour. Later, visit Sarnath, located just outside the city – a sacred Buddhist pilgrimage site that attracts worshippers from around the world.

Day 6  Varanasi to Bandhavgarh NP  
Drive south to Bandhavgarh National Park.

Day 7  Bandhavgarh NP  
Enjoy morning and afternoon game drives in this scenic park. Bandhavgarh is one of India’s most densely populated tiger reserves, so there is a good chance of a sighting.

Day 8  Bandhavgarh NP to Khajuraho  
After a final early morning game drive, travel by road to the small town of Khajuraho.

Day 9  Khajuraho  
Discover the magnificent Hindu temples at Khajuraho, famous for their intricate and erotic carvings. In the afternoon, head to Panna National Park for a game drive. Tiger sightings are rare here but sambar deer, langur monkeys and other wildlife are often spotted. After, return back to Khajuraho.

Day 10  Khajuraho to Agra  
After a morning at leisure, transfer to Khajuraho train station and journey by train to Agra.

Day 11  Agra  
Enjoy a memorable visit to the stunning Taj Mahal and nearby Agra Fort on a tour this morning.

Day 12  Agra to Jaipur  
After visiting the Taj Mahal again for sunrise, travel by road to Jaipur, stopping en route at the beautifully preserved deserted city of Fatehpur Sikri.

Day 13  Jaipur  
Spend the day touring the highlights of Jaipur, including the palatial Amber Fort, the City Palace, Jantar Mantar observatory and a stop at the Palace of the Winds.

Day 14  Jaipur to Delhi  
Return to Delhi, arriving late afternoon.  The rest of the day is free for you to enjoy the city’s shops, bars and restaurants.

Day 15  Fly home  
Please note Bandhavgarh and Panna national parks are closed Jul - Sep.  Please ask your Trailfinders travel consultant for a revised itinerary over these dates.