Tiger Spotting In Central India And The Taj Mahal

Day 01: Arrive Mumbai

• Arrival in Mumbai with the intercontinental flight. After customs formalities, baggage claim, and meeting with the representative of MoreIndia travels transfer to hotel (check-in at 1200).
• If time permits visit Mumbai, the country's financial and cultural capital. It is also home to India's thriving film industry. It is seen, to the teeming masses that flock there to live and work, as a place where opportunities abound. 
• Overnight stay in Mumbai.

Day 02: Mumbai – Nagpur – Kanha

• After breakfast, you will be met by our representative and escorted from your hotel to the airport to board flight for Nagpur.
• On arrival at Nagpur airport, you will be met and drive to Kanha National Park (260 kms/06 hrs). Kanha situated in the Central Indian state of Madhya Pradesh, the picturesque Kanha National Park was the inspiration behind Rudyard Kipling's unforgettable classic Jungle Book. The romance of the Kanha National Park has not reduced over time-it is still as beautiful. This 'Tiger Country' is the ideal home for both predator and prey. The main wildlife attractions in the park are Tiger, Bison, Gaur, Sambhar, Chital, Barasingha, Barking Deer, Black Deer, Black Buck, Chousingha, Nilgai, Mouse Deer, Sloth Bear, Jackal Fox, Porcupine, Hyena, Jungle Cat, Python, Pea Fowl, Hare, Monkey, Mongoose, and Leopard. The bird's species in the park include Storks, Teals, Pintails, Pond Herons, Egrets, Peacock, Pea Fowl, Jungle Fowl, Spur Fowl, Partridges, Quails, Ring Doves, Spotted Parakeets, Green Pigeons, Rock Pigeons, Cuckoos, Papihas, Rollers, Bee-Eater, Hoopoes, Drongos, Warblers, Kingfishers, Woodpeckers, Finches, Orioles, Owls, and Fly Catchers.
• Overnight in Kanha.

Day 03 - 04: Kanha

• Early morning & evening game safaris into the Kanha National Park. Safaris in Kanha are organized in jeeps.
• Local guides and naturalists are at hand to enhance the experience.
• Overnight at the Lodge. Overnight in Kanha.

Day 05: Kanha - Bandhavgarh

• After breakfast drive to Bandhavgarh (325 kms/07 hrs).
• Bandhavgarh: Bandhavgarh National Park, situated in the Central Indian state of Madhya Pradesh, has established a reputation as one of the best places in India to observe Tigers. Like many Tiger reserves in India, the area was formerly the hunting reserve of a Maharaja and contains much evidence of its royal associations, most spectacular being the ruins of a huge hilltop fort which dominates the center of the reserve. Although Tigers are the star attraction at Bandhavgarh the list of other mammals and birds that have made Bandhavgarh their home, is very impressive too. The list of birds includes such species as Grey-headed Fishing Eagle, Plum-headed Parakeet, Malabar Pied Hornbill, Greater Racket-tailed Drongo, and Asian Paradise Flycatcher among a total of over 250 species recorded in the district. Upon arrival in Bandhavgarh, check in to the Resort. 
• Overnight in Bandhavgarh.

Day 06: Bandhavgarh

• Early morning & evening game safaris into the Bandhavgarh National Park. Safaris in Bandhavgarh are organized in jeeps.
• Local guides and naturalists are at hand to enhance the experience.
• Overnight in Bandhavgarh.

Day 07: Bandhavgarh - Khajuraho 

• After breakfast drive to Khajuraho (270 kms/06 hrs).
• Khajuraho: Famous for its temples that are India's unique gift to the world, representing, as they do, a different way to live, to love, to joy, perfect in execution and sublime in expression. Life, in every form and mood, has been captured in stone, testifying not only to the craftsman's artistry but also to the extraordinary breadth of vision of the Chandela Rajputs under whose rule the temples were conceived and constructed in the short span of a hundred years, from 950-1050 AD, in a truly inspired burst of creativity. The erotic art is the highlight of the UNESCO World Heritage Site. Upon arrival in Khajuraho, check in to the Hotel.
• Overnight in Khajuraho.

Day 08: Khajuraho – Panna National Park

• After breakfast, you will be picked up from your hotel for a full-day excursion to Panna National Park (35 kms/01 hrs).
• Panna: Panna Tiger reserve is the 4th Project Tiger reserve situated in the Central Indian State of Madhya Pradesh. Panna Tiger Reserve encompasses 543 square kilometers of varied habitats and extends along the river Ken which flows north to join the Yamuna River, a tributary of the mighty Ganges. The magnificent king of predators has become increasingly easy to observe at Panna as the population grows and other rare species such as Leopard and Wolf may also be seen by the fortunate visitor. Herds of Spotted Deer, Nilgai, Chinkara, and Sambar inhabit the reserve forming the principal prey species for the Tigers. 
• Afternoon half-day city tour of Khajuraho visiting the eastern & western group of temples.
• Overnight in Khajuraho.

Day 09: Khajuraho – Jhansi - Agra

• After breakfast, drive from Khajuraho to Jhansi (172 km /3½ hrs.), a short visit small village Orcha famous for its Mughal Architecture palace, after lunch transfer to Railway station and board train to Agra. Upon arrival at Agra railway station, you will be met and escorted for check-in to the Trident. Trident: The Trident Agra, is set amidst beautiful gardens and is only a few minutes’ walk away from the famous Taj Mahal. The hotel is built of the red stone reminiscent of the Mughal era, designed around a landscaped central courtyard with a swimming pool and fountains. All rooms are centrally air-conditioned and equipped with modern facilities like a mini-bar, complimentary tea and coffee making facility, direct dial telephone, data port connectivity, television set with satellite transmission, and a personal safe. The hotel features an informal, poolside brasserie and a Bar. The restaurant serves an extensive buffet and a choice of Continental and Indian cuisine.
• Overnight in Agra.

Day 10: Agra - Delhi

• After breakfast, half-day city tour of Agra visiting The Taj Mahal - a poem, a feeling of love, in white marble, is a fine example of the fusion of many architectural styles.
• The next visit to the red-sandstone Agra Fort, the seat of the Mughal dynasty in the 16th century, lies on the bend of the River Yamuna, almost in the heart of town. Akbar built it as his citadel over the years of 1565-1573.
• After the visit drive to Delhi (220 km/ 04 hrs). Delhi - A bustling metropolis is India's capital. A near-perfect blend of the ancient and the modern, Delhi, consisting of two parts Old & New Delhi, is a city with something for everyone. From Forts and monuments that are almost 500 years old to modern shopping malls, nightclubs and golf courses, Delhi truly is India's crown jewel. Upon arrival in Delhi, check in to the Hotel. 
• Overnight in Delhi.

Day 11: Delhi – Home

• After breakfast, you will be picked up from your hotel for a full-day tour of Old and New Delhi.
• The tour of the 17th-century old city includes the great mosque of Jama Masjid, the main street of Old Delhi is the colorful shopping bazaar known as Chandni Chowk ("Moonlit Street"). Visit Raj Ghat, the cremation site of Mahatma Gandhi. The tour of New Delhi includes drive down the spectacular Rajpath ("the Kingsway,") passing the India Gate (the memorial built to commemorate the unknown soldiers,) the President's House, and the House of Parliament. Lastly, end the sightseeing tour with Qutub Complex, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
• Your sightseeing tour is followed by a drop at Delhi International airport in time to board a flight home, hopefully, armed with plenty of memories and images of your Tiger safaris in India.