Tiger Safaris, Royal Forts & One of Asia's Finest Bird Sanctuaries
A focused 7-day wildlife and heritage circuit for travellers who want genuine safari time at Ranthambhore alongside Jaipur's royal forts and Bharatpur's celebrated bird sanctuary, all within a single, well-paced week from Delhi.
The tour opens with two days in Delhi — Chandni Chowk, the Red Fort, India Gate, and Humayun's Tomb — before continuing to Jaipur for a full day exploring the City Palace, Jantar Mantar, and Hawa Mahal, with the option of an evening at Chokhi Dhani village or shopping in Johri Bazaar.
From Jaipur, the route continues to Amber Fort before driving on to Ranthambhore National Park for two full days, including a dawn jeep or canter safari and the option of a second afternoon safari, plus a visit to the hilltop Ranthambhore Fort overlooking the reserve.
The tour concludes with a stop at Bharatpur's Keoladeo Bird Sanctuary — explored by bicycle or cycle rickshaw amid over 350 species of resident and migratory birds — before a final day taking in the Taj Mahal and Agra Fort en route back to Delhi for departure.
What makes this journey special
Your journey, unfolded
Namaste! Welcome to India. On arrival at Delhi International Airport, you'll be met by our representative and driven to your pre-booked hotel. The rest of the day is free to rest after your flight.
A full day touring Old and New Delhi. Explore Chandni Chowk market, Jama Masjid, and the Red Fort by rickshaw, sampling local delicacies from some of the market's oldest food stalls. Continue to New Delhi for India Gate, a drive past Parliament House and the President's House, and visits to Humayun's Tomb and Qutub Minar.
Check out and drive to Jaipur (250 km, ~5 hrs). Arrive and check in. Afternoon city tour: Jal Mahal, the City Palace, the Royal Observatory (Jantar Mantar), Hawa Mahal, Albert Museum Hall, and the Birla Temple. Evening: visit Johri Bazaar for jewellery and gemstones, or enjoy a Rajasthani dinner at Chokhi Dhani village.
After breakfast, check out and visit Amber Fort, seeing the Sheesh Mahal, Diwan-e-Aam, Diwan-e-Khas, and Sukh Mandir. Drive to Ranthambhore National Park (180 km, ~3 hrs). Check in and, once settled, optionally visit Ranthambhore Fort — perched on a hillock overlooking the national park, with good chances of spotting a big cat from its vantage point. Bring binoculars and a good camera.
An early-morning safari (by canter or jeep with a naturalist, subject to availability) into the jungles of Ranthambhore National Park — striped hyenas, flying foxes, rat snakes, black bucks, panthers, chital, and wild boar are all possible sightings, with a chance of the Bengal tiger. The safari takes around 3 hours. Return to the hotel for breakfast and spend the rest of the day relaxing by the pool — or opt for a second, afternoon safari.
After breakfast, check out and drive to Bharatpur (200 km, ~5 hrs), arriving in the afternoon. Bharatpur is famous for its Bird Sanctuary, also known as Keoladeo Ghana National Park — home to numerous indigenous and migratory water birds, plus nilgai, chital, sambar, and wild boar. Hire a bicycle or cycle rickshaw to explore the park, which hosts migrant birds arriving from as far as Siberia and Central Asia during the winter months.
After breakfast, check out and drive to Agra (60 km). Visit the Taj Mahal — a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a symbol of love, the finest example of Mughal architecture. Also visit Agra Fort, another UNESCO World Heritage Site, and Sikandra's tomb. In the afternoon, drive back to Delhi (320 km, ~6 hrs) and transfer to the airport for your onward flight. Tour concludes.
Inclusions & Exclusions
Included ✓
- ✓ 6 nights accommodation on twin/triple-share basis
- ✓ Buffet meals as specified in the itinerary
- ✓ Sightseeing by private chauffeur-driven air-conditioned vehicle throughout
- ✓ 1 bottle of mineral water per person per day
- ✓ All applicable Indian GST
Not Included ✗
- ✗ International / domestic airfare or train fare
- ✗ Visa charges
- ✗ Entrance fees / camera charges at monuments and attractions
- ✗ Tipping — an entirely personal gesture
- ✗ Laundry, drinks, and items of a personal nature
- ✗ Jeep/canter safari fees at Ranthambhore (payable locally, subject to availability)
Your questions, answered
No — this itinerary's route is Delhi, Jaipur, Ranthambhore, Bharatpur, and Agra, all within Rajasthan and Uttar Pradesh; it does not include Corbett National Park in Uttarakhand. (An earlier version of this listing carried a stray reference to Corbett, which was a template labelling error rather than an actual stop on the itinerary — we've corrected this here.)
Both are 6-night, 7-day itineraries covering Delhi, Jaipur, and Ranthambhore, but this version visits Bharatpur's Keoladeo Bird Sanctuary and ends with the Taj Mahal as the closing highlight before returning to Delhi, while our Taj & Tiger Tour visits Agra and the Taj Mahal earlier in the trip (Day 3) and finishes in Jaipur. Choose this version if you'd prefer the Taj Mahal as your final, memorable stop rather than an early one.
Absolutely. Every Discover India tour is fully private and built around your preferences. We can add Sariska, extend Ranthambhore, or adjust the order of destinations. Submit an enquiry and our specialists will tailor it for you at no obligation.
October to March is ideal — comfortable temperatures (15–28°C), clear skies, and the best conditions for sightseeing, fort treks, and wildlife safaris. April–June brings intense heat (up to 45°C); July–September is monsoon, with some relief from the heat but reduced safari access in the tiger reserves.
Absolutely. Every Discover India tour is fully private and built around your preferences. We can adjust the duration, swap destinations, change hotel categories, or add extensions. Submit an enquiry and our specialists will redesign the itinerary for you at no obligation.
We include carefully selected 4-star and 5-star hotels throughout — heritage havelis, palace hotels, and well-appointed properties near the wildlife reserves, all personally vetted by our team. Upgrades to palace hotels or luxury tented camps are available on request.
Most nationalities can apply for an Indian e-Visa online at indianvisaonline.gov.in. Processing typically takes 3–5 business days and costs $25–$80 USD depending on your nationality. Apply at least 2 weeks before travel.
Cancellations 60+ days before departure receive a full refund minus a small admin fee. 30–59 days: 75% refund. 15–29 days: 50% refund. Under 15 days: no refund. We strongly recommend comprehensive travel insurance.
