Central India Tiger & Temple Tour

Day 1: Nagpur – Pench National Park

Drive: Approx. 100 km | 2.5 hrs

Upon arrival at Nagpur Airport, meet our representative and drive to Pench National Park through the picturesque countryside of Central India. Check in at your wildlife resort and relax amidst peaceful forest surroundings. Spend the evening enjoying the natural ambience or take a leisurely walk around the lodge before dinner. Overnight stay in Pench National Park.

Day 2: Pench National Park

Begin the day with an early morning shared gypsy safari accompanied by an experienced naturalist, exploring the forests that inspired The Jungle Book. Search for Royal Bengal tigers, leopards, wild dogs, deer, jackals, and numerous bird species before returning for breakfast. After lunch, enjoy a second safari through a different zone of the park, maximizing your wildlife viewing opportunities before returning to the lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.

Day 3: Pench National Park – Kanha National Park

Drive: Approx. 200 km | 5 hrs

Enjoy an early morning safari in Pench before returning for breakfast and checking out. Later, drive through the scenic forests and villages of Madhya Pradesh to Kanha National Park, one of India's finest wildlife reserves and the inspiration behind The Jungle Book. Check in to your jungle lodge and spend the evening relaxing in the tranquil forest environment. Overnight stay in Kanha National Park.

Day 4: Kanha National Park

After an early morning tea or coffee, depart for a shared gypsy safari through Kanha's vast meadows and dense sal forests, famous for the rare hard-ground barasingha and healthy tiger population. Return for breakfast before relaxing at the lodge. In the afternoon, enjoy another safari exploring a different zone of the park, searching for tigers, leopards, gaur, deer, and a rich variety of birdlife. Overnight stay in Kanha National Park.

Day 5: Kanha National Park – Bandhavgarh National Park

Drive: Approx. 220 km | 6 hrs

Start the day with a final morning safari in Kanha before breakfast and check-out. Continue by road to Bandhavgarh National Park, widely regarded as one of India's best tiger reserves due to its high density of Royal Bengal tigers. Upon arrival, check in to your wildlife resort and spend the evening at leisure surrounded by the forest. Overnight stay in Bandhavgarh National Park.

Day 6: Bandhavgarh National Park

Begin your day with an exciting morning gypsy safari through Bandhavgarh's forests, valleys, and ancient ruins, accompanied by an expert naturalist. Return to the lodge for breakfast and relaxation before heading out for another afternoon safari in search of tigers, leopards, sloth bears, deer, and numerous bird species. Return to the resort for dinner and an overnight stay.

Day 7: Bandhavgarh National Park – Panna National Park

Drive: Approx. 210 km | 5 hrs

After an early morning safari and breakfast, check out and drive to Panna National Park, another outstanding tiger reserve known for its dramatic landscapes, river valleys, and rich wildlife. Upon arrival, check in at your lodge and relax amidst the peaceful surroundings before dinner. Overnight stay in Panna National Park.

Day 8: Panna National Park – Khajuraho

Drive: Approx. 45 km | 1 hr

Begin the day with an early morning safari in Panna National Park before returning for breakfast. Later, drive to Khajuraho and check in at your hotel before exploring the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Khajuraho Group of Monuments, renowned worldwide for their extraordinary sculptures and architectural excellence. In the evening, attend the captivating Light and Sound Show that narrates the fascinating history of these magnificent temples. Overnight stay in Khajuraho.

Day 9: Khajuraho – Varanasi (Flight)

After breakfast, continue exploring the magnificent temples of Khajuraho before transferring to the airport for your flight to Varanasi. Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel before visiting the sacred ghats in the evening to witness the spectacular Ganga Aarti ceremony, where priests perform elaborate rituals along the banks of the River Ganges. Overnight stay in Varanasi.

Day 10: Varanasi – Sarnath – Varanasi

Drive: Approx. 10 km | 30 mins each way

Rise before dawn for a memorable sunrise boat ride on the sacred River Ganges, witnessing pilgrims performing ancient rituals along the historic ghats. After breakfast, visit Banaras Hindu University, Bharat Mata Temple, and Tulsi Manas Temple before driving to nearby Sarnath, where Lord Buddha delivered his first sermon. Explore the archaeological ruins, Dhamek Stupa, and museum before returning to Varanasi. Overnight stay in Varanasi.

Day 11: Varanasi – Delhi (Flight)

After breakfast, check out from your hotel and transfer to Varanasi Airport for your onward flight to Delhi, concluding your unforgettable journey through the tiger reserves, temples, and sacred cities of Central India