Tigers and Rajasthan - Ranthambore Tiger Safari Tour in India
10 Nights / 11 Days
Trip Highlights & Overview
Tigers and Rajasthan - Ranthambore Tiger Safari Tour in India
Immerse in a kaleidoscope of landscapes, palaces, forts, monuments, bazaars and teeming wilderness. Resplendent and vibrant, the diverse scenery transitions from hilly scrub jungles to a dense outback with thriving wildlife and bird life, coupled with some of India’s best architectural feats such as the Taj Mahal and Agra Fort, you’re certainly in for a journey of a lifetime with the Ranthambore Tiger Safari Tour. Read more on the ultimate Ranthambore Tiger Safari Travel Guide 2021.
- Thrilling tiger sightings amidst Ranthambore's lush wilderness.
- Expert-guided safaris unveil elusive big cats in their habitat.
- Stunning landscapes set the stage for unforgettable wildlife encounters.
- Witness majestic tigers roam freely in their natural domain.
- Capture rare moments of raw beauty in India's famed sanctuary.
- Adventure-packed safaris promise unforgettable glimpses into untamed wildlife.
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Tigers and Rajasthan - Ranthambore Tiger Safari Tour in India
Detailed Itinerary
Tigers and Rajasthan - Ranthambore Tiger Safari Tour in India
Day 01 : Arrive in New Delhi (By Flight)
Day 02 : New Delhi – Jaipur (by surface, 275 kms/5 hrs drive)
After breakfast, proceed for the half day city tour of Old Delhi. In the old city, visit Red Fort built by Emperor Shah Jahan; Jama Masjid, one of the largest mosques in India; Raj Ghat- the memorial of Mahatma Gandhi and take a walking tour through Chandni Chowk- the silver street of Delhi bustling with activity.
Post Lunch, drive to Jaipur (275kms / 5hr). Check in at the hotel. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 03 : Jaipur
This morning, drive 11 km to the outskirts of the city to visit Amber Fort, the ancient capital of the State until 1728. Visit the Temple of Kali, the Hall of Victory or Jai Mahal and Jagmandir.
In the afternoon, visit the Observatory, the Palace of Winds and the City Palace and Museum. The museum has an interesting textile section, which contains dresses and costumes of the former Maharajas and Maharanis of Jaipur. Jaipur is well known for its beautiful carpets, enameled ornaments, precious and semi-precious stones, brass ornaments and many other arts and crafts. Spend time in crowded lanes & by lanes of pink city, haggling and souvenir-hunting in the evening.
Return to the hotel for overnight stay.
Day 04 : Jaipur – Ranthambore (by road, 180 kms/3 hrs drive)
After breakfast, drive to Ranthambhore. On arrival, check in at the Hotel. Lunch at the lodge. Afternoon exclusive Ranthambore tiger safari in the National Park in an open vehicle. Dinner and overnight at the Lodge.
Ranthambhore Tiger Reserve is in the Indian state of Rajasthan which comprises of distinct forested areas with a varied conservation history. It is separated geographically, with narrow corridors linking to form the core forest. These are mainly, Ranthambore National Park, Keladevi Sanctuary and Sawai Mansingh Sanctuary, comprising to form Ranthambore Tiger Reserve.
Ranthambhore encompasses an area of 400 sq. km encompassing rocky hill crests which descend to open valleys between the Aravalli and Vindhya ranges, dotted with water pools and fruit trees, this park gets its name from the thousand-year-old fortress, which lies nestled on hill above the forest. Well known for the diurnal activity of tigers, Ranthambhore is special and an unusual area where the natural present meets the historical past. Sambar, cheetal, chinkara, nilgai and langur are predominant in these parts. The elusive leopard and tigers are found in this reserve with tourists standing a very good chance of seeing tigers at close quarters during the safaris.
Dotted across the landscape are the crumbling ruins of past glory, be it chatris or cupolas like palaces or old guard posts, all of these reinforce the magical and ethereal quality of this great wilderness.
Day 05 – 06 : Ranthambore National Park
Morning & evening exclusive Ranthambore tiger safari in the park. All meals at the lodge and overnight at the lodge in Ranthambore.
Ranthambhore is also rich in bird diversity with over 300 species that can be seen here. In fact, for a keen bird watcher, Ranthambhore and the surrounding area is a birding paradise. Some interesting resident species of birds are the Great Cormorant, Painted Spurfowl, Sarus Crane, Bronzed Winged Jacana, Sandpipers, Kingfishers, Nightjars, Painted Sandgrouse, the Indian Eagle Owl and many more winter migrants which arrive from their nesting ground north of the Himalayas.
Day 07 : Ranthambore – Bharatpur (by surface, 210 kms/4-5 hrs drive)
After breakfast at the lodge in Ranthambhore, depart for every birdwatcher’s paradise Bharatpur bird sanctuary also known as Keoladeo National Park.
It was declared a protected sanctuary in 1971. It is also a UNESCO World Heritage Site. On arrival, check in to the lodge at Bharatpur. After lunch,ead out for a quest via rickshaw as you search for some exclusive species of birds, which are not only residents but also migratory.
These diverse habitats are home to over 366 bird species, 379 floral species, 50 species of fish, 13 species of snakes, 5 species of lizards, 7 amphibian species, 7 turtle species, and a variety of other invertebrates. Every year, thousands of migratory waterfowl visit the park for the winter and to breed. The sanctuary is one of the richest bird areas in the world and is known for nesting of resident birds and visiting migratory birds.
Dinner and overnight at the lodge in Bharatpur.
Day 08 : Bharatpur – Dholpur (by road, 105 kms/2-3 hrs drive)
Day 09 : Dholpur – Agra (by road, 60 kms/1-2 hrs drive)
Day 10 : Agra – New Delhi (by road, 220 kms/4 hrs drive)
After breakfast, visit the famous white marble mausoleum, The Taj Mahal, which was built in the middle of the 17th century by the Moghul emperor Shah Jehan for his wife Mumtaz Mahal.
Completed in 1652, skilled craftsmen from Persia, Turkey, France and Italy and some 20,000 labourers worked extensively for 17 years to build this edifice. [The Taj is closed on Friday]
Check out from the hotel. Later, drive to New Delhi (220kms/4 hours). Overnight stay at the hotel in New Delhi.
Day 11 : New Delhi Fly back home
Trip Inclusions
- Accommodation in Agra and Jaipur on bed and breakfast basis
- Accommodation in Bharatpur, Dholpur and Ranthambhore on room, all meals and safari basis
- Your entrance and guide charges in Bharatpur, Ranthambhore and Dholpur
- Rickshaw charges during the excursion
- Exclusive birding at Bharatpur
- 4 Exclusive birding excursions to Keoladeo National Park
- 2 Boat safaris in Chambal River
- 5 Exclusive jeep safaris will be provided at Ranthambore
- Guide and the Monument charges in Agra and Jaipur
- Assistance at airport and hotels
- All land transfers in air-conditioned Toyota Innova car
- All currently applicable taxes
Trip Exclusions
- International and domestic airfare
- Still / video camera fee in the monuments and national parks.
- Expenses of personal nature like Tips, smokes, liquor, laundry and telephone calls.
- Travel insurance
- Anything not mentioned in the inclusions.
Extend your stay
Extend your stay in India by choosing any one of the tours below. It could be a mix of wildlife and culture or focused on special interest activities such as food tours in Old Delhi, cycling through the historic remnants of the capital city or even beach holidays toward the end of the tour.
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