Bharatpur Keoladeo Bird Sanctuary Winter Tour from Delhi (3 Days)
3-day Bharatpur Birding tour from Delhi: Bharatpur and Fatehpur Sikri. 3-star stays with breakfast and sightseeing, travelling by cab, train or bus. From ₹6,260 per person.
per person · inclusive of all taxes
13° – 26°C
November in Bharatpur Keoladeo Bird Sanctuary Winter Tour from Delhi (3 Days)

Description
3-day Bharatpur Birding tour from Delhi: Bharatpur and Fatehpur Sikri. 3-star stays with breakfast and sightseeing, travelling by cab, train or bus. From ₹6,260 per person.
This 3 days 2 nights itinerary covers 5 handpicked stops, including Keoladeo National Park, Sarus cranes, Keoladeo at dawn and more. November–February is the best time to travel for pleasant weather. Your 2-night stay is arranged in a comfortable, well-reviewed hotel such as 3-star hotel in Bharatpur. Pickup and drop are arranged right from your hotel or home, so there's nothing extra to plan on your end. Every booking is backed by Trypdeals' 24x7 support team, from planning to the day you're back home.
Weather in Bharatpur Keoladeo Bird Sanctuary Winter Tour from Delhi (3 Days)
Best time: October to MarchAverage temperature range: 8°C – 39°C
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Delhi to Bharatpur
Our driver picks you up from your hotel or home in Delhi in the morning. Drive from Delhi to Bharatpur (about 180 km, 3 hrs 30 min). Check in at your hotel in Bharatpur. Overnight stay in Bharatpur.
Tentative Fare Estimate
Round trip · incl. driver allowance & GST
Tentative estimate only, based on typical Indian public-transport tariffs (state transport bus fares, IRCTC sleeper/AC class rates, standard outstation taxi per-km rates) — not a live quote from any operator.
Route Map
By Car: Delhi to Bharatpur
180 km · ~3h 36m · About 4h of driving, plus stops.
- Start from Delhi
An early start keeps you ahead of city and highway traffic.
180 km · 3h 36m drive from previous stop
Arrive in BharatpurBharatpur, Rajasthan
Stops are typical for this road, not a fixed itinerary. Timings assume about 50 km/h on average — traffic, tolls and road conditions vary.
By Bus: Delhi to Bharatpur
180 km · ~4h · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.
- Board at Delhi
Go to the main bus stand / ISBT in Delhi. Overnight buses usually leave in the evening; book a seat in advance for sleeper and Volvo services.
- Delhi → Bharatpur
Non-AC or AC Seater · ~180 km
~4h|Tentative fare ₹200–₹550
- Arrive in Bharatpur
Bharatpur, Rajasthan
Halts and change points are typical for this route, not a specific operator’s schedule — check live availability and timings when booking.
By Train: Delhi to Bharatpur
Nearest railway stations: New Delhi for Delhi, Bharatpur Jn for Bharatpur.
Direct trains
Train details come from a 2015 railway timetable snapshot — newer trains, changed timings and running days are not included, so confirm on IRCTC before you plan around a train.
Bharatpur and the afternoon in Keoladeo
After breakfast, set out for a full day of sightseeing (about 15 km by cab). In the morning, visit Keoladeo National Park. After lunch, go on to Sarus cranes. Return to the hotel in Bharatpur. Overnight stay in Bharatpur.
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Keoladeo National Park
A wetland of marshes and woodland, one of Asia's great bird sanctuaries.
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Sarus cranes
The tallest flying birds in the world, often seen in pairs in the park.
Dawn birding and Fatehpur Sikri
Enter the park at first light, the best time for raptors, owls and the busiest bird activity. After breakfast, drive to Fatehpur Sikri, Akbar's red sandstone capital, and the Buland Darwaza, then back to Delhi. Drive from Bharatpur to Fatehpur Sikri (about 26 km, 30 min) and from Fatehpur Sikri to Delhi (about 205 km, 4 hrs), and drop at your hotel, home or the railway station in Delhi. The tour ends here.
Tentative Fare Estimate
Round trip · incl. driver allowance & GST
Tentative estimate only, based on typical Indian public-transport tariffs (state transport bus fares, IRCTC sleeper/AC class rates, standard outstation taxi per-km rates) — not a live quote from any operator.
Route Map
By Car: Bharatpur to Fatehpur Sikri
26 km · ~31m · About 1h of driving, plus stops.
- Start from Bharatpur
An early start keeps you ahead of city and highway traffic.
26 km · 31m drive from previous stop
Arrive in Fatehpur SikriFatehpur Sikri, Uttar Pradesh
Stops are typical for this road, not a fixed itinerary. Timings assume about 50 km/h on average — traffic, tolls and road conditions vary.
By Bus: Bharatpur to Fatehpur Sikri
26 km · ~35m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.
- Board at Bharatpur
Go to the main bus stand / ISBT in Bharatpur. Overnight buses usually leave in the evening; book a seat in advance for sleeper and Volvo services.
- Bharatpur → Fatehpur Sikri
Non-AC or AC Seater · ~26 km
~35m|Tentative fare ₹30–₹120
- Arrive in Fatehpur Sikri
Fatehpur Sikri, Uttar Pradesh
Halts and change points are typical for this route, not a specific operator’s schedule — check live availability and timings when booking.
By Train: Bharatpur to Fatehpur Sikri
Nearest railway stations: Bharatpur Jn for Bharatpur, Fatehpur Sikri for Fatehpur Sikri.
Direct trains
Train details come from a 2015 railway timetable snapshot — newer trains, changed timings and running days are not included, so confirm on IRCTC before you plan around a train.
Tentative Fare Estimate
Round trip · incl. driver allowance & GST
Tentative estimate only, based on typical Indian public-transport tariffs (state transport bus fares, IRCTC sleeper/AC class rates, standard outstation taxi per-km rates) — not a live quote from any operator.
Route Map
By Car: Fatehpur Sikri to Delhi
205 km · ~4h 26m · About 4h of driving, plus stops.
- Start from Fatehpur Sikri
An early start keeps you ahead of city and highway traffic.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest & refuel near PalwalAbout 150 km in — 15–20 minutes for tea, food, fuel and a stretch.
55 km · 1h 6m drive from previous stop
Arrive in DelhiDelhi, Haryana
Stops are typical for this road, not a fixed itinerary. Timings assume about 50 km/h on average — traffic, tolls and road conditions vary.
By Bus: Fatehpur Sikri to Delhi
205 km · ~4h 33m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.
- Board at Fatehpur Sikri
Go to the main bus stand / ISBT in Fatehpur Sikri. Overnight buses usually leave in the evening; book a seat in advance for sleeper and Volvo services.
- Fatehpur Sikri → Delhi
AC Seater / Volvo · ~205 km
~4h 33m|Tentative fare ₹230–₹620
- Arrive in Delhi
Delhi, Haryana
Halts and change points are typical for this route, not a specific operator’s schedule — check live availability and timings when booking.
By Train: Fatehpur Sikri to Delhi
Nearest railway stations: Fatehpur Sikri for Fatehpur Sikri, New Delhi for Delhi.
Direct trains
Train details come from a 2015 railway timetable snapshot — newer trains, changed timings and running days are not included, so confirm on IRCTC before you plan around a train.
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Keoladeo at dawn
Mist over the marsh and the calls of thousands of water birds.
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Fatehpur Sikri
The 16th-century Mughal capital of Akbar, a UNESCO World Heritage site.
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Buland Darwaza
The 54 m victory gateway of Fatehpur Sikri.
Tour Overview
Keoladeo National Park at Bharatpur, a UNESCO World Heritage site, is a man-made wetland that is one of the richest bird areas in Asia, with hundreds of species recorded.
Winter Wildlife & Birding: Dec 2026 – Feb 2027 (migratory bird season)
From November to February the park's marshes fill with winter visitors from Central Asia and Siberia: bar-headed and greylag geese, pintails, shovelers and other ducks, along with resident sarus cranes, painted storks, eagles and owls. The Siberian cranes that once wintered here have not come for many years, but winter is still the park's finest season.
This 3-day, 2-night package starts and ends in Delhi. The route runs Delhi → Bharatpur → Fatehpur Sikri → Delhi, about 411 km in all. Choose how you travel: cab, train or bus. Every price includes 3-star hotels with breakfast and all sightseeing transport.
Highlights of the Bharatpur Birding Tour from Delhi
- Keoladeo National Park
- Sarus cranes
- Keoladeo at dawn
- Fatehpur Sikri
- Buland Darwaza
Inclusions in the Bharatpur Birding Tour Package
- 2 nights in 3-star hotels (twin sharing) with daily breakfast
- All sightseeing and transfers as per the itinerary
- AC cab from Delhi for the whole trip with the cab option: Swift Dzire (2–3 persons), Ertiga (4–7) or Tempo Traveller (8–12)
- AC bus seats both ways with the bus option
- AC 3-tier train tickets both ways with the train option
- Driver allowance, tolls, parking and fuel
- GST on cab hire
Exclusions in the Bharatpur Birding Tour Package
- Lunch and dinner
- Temple darshan, pooja and special entry tickets
- Monument and park entry tickets, boating and ropeway tickets
- Flights, and anything not listed under inclusions
- Personal expenses such as tips, laundry and phone calls
Child Policy
Child up to 6 years: free (no extra bed)
Child 6 to 8 years: half charge
Child above 8 years: full charge
Payment Policy
20 percent advance at the time of booking
20 percent after you receive the hotel booking voucher
60 percent during the tour
For tours between 15 December and 2 January, 50 percent advance is required.
Cancellation Policy
Minimum cancellation charge: Rs. 3000 per person, or 10 percent of the tour cost, whichever is higher
25 percent between 46 and 30 days before departure
50 percent between 30 and 15 days before departure
75 percent between 15 and 5 days before departure
100 percent within 5 days of departure or on no-show
Important Travel Information for the Bharatpur Birding Tour
Best time to visit: November–February
Travel window: Dec 2026 – Feb 2027 (migratory bird season)
Route: Delhi → Bharatpur → Fatehpur Sikri → Delhi (about 411 km in all)
Train option: With the train option you travel by AC 3-tier to Bharatpur and back; the train journey is in addition to the 3 days.
Before you go: Inside Keoladeo National Park private vehicles are not allowed; visitors go on foot, by bicycle, by park e-cart or with the licensed cycle-rickshaw drivers, many of whom are expert bird guides (paid separately). Fog can hide the birds early on January mornings.
Hotels: 3-star hotel in Bharatpur, or similar.
Package Price: Cab, Bus or Train
Per-person price by group size and how you travel from Delhi. Every price includes 3-star hotels (twin sharing), breakfast and all sightseeing transport.
| PersonsGroup size | By Cab | By Bus | By Train |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22 Persons | ₹13,660 | ₹9,680 | ₹9,520 |
| 33 Persons | ₹11,030 | ₹8,650 | ₹8,490 |
| 4–74–7 Persons | ₹9,810 | ₹7,530 | ₹7,370 |
| 8–108–10 Persons | ₹9,020 | ₹7,020 | ₹6,860 |
| 11–1211–12 Persons | ₹7,650 | ₹6,420 | ₹6,260 |
Prices are per person in rupees. The highlighted price is the lowest for that group size.
With the train option you travel by AC 3-tier to Bharatpur and back; the train journey is in addition to the 3 days.
Route Map
Places Covered
- Keoladeo National Park
- Sarus cranes
- Keoladeo at dawn
- Fatehpur Sikri
- Buland Darwaza
Who Is This Tour For
Best Time to Visit
November–February is the ideal window for this trip, with the most pleasant weather for sightseeing.
How to Reach
What's Included / Excluded
Inclusions
- 2 nights in 3-star hotels (twin sharing) with daily breakfast
- All sightseeing and transfers as per the itinerary
- AC cab from Delhi for the whole trip with the cab option: Swift Dzire (2–3 persons), Ertiga (4–7) or Tempo Traveller (8–12)
- AC bus seats both ways with the bus option
- AC 3-tier train tickets both ways with the train option
- Driver allowance, tolls, parking and fuel
- GST on cab hire
Exclusions
- Lunch and dinner
- Temple darshan, pooja and special entry tickets
- Monument and park entry tickets, boating and ropeway tickets
- Flights, and anything not listed under inclusions
- Personal expenses such as tips, laundry and phone calls
Hotels for This Tour
Handpicked stays for a comfortable trip
Packing Checklist
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Water bottle
- Sunscreen
- ID proof (for hotel check-in)
- Basic first-aid/medication
- Modest, traditional clothing for temple visits
- A shawl or stole to cover shoulders
Important Travel Information
Best time to visit: November–February
Travel window: Dec 2026 – Feb 2027 (migratory bird season)
Route: Delhi → Bharatpur → Fatehpur Sikri → Delhi (about 411 km in all)
Train option: With the train option you travel by AC 3-tier to Bharatpur and back; the train journey is in addition to the 3 days.
Before you go: Inside Keoladeo National Park private vehicles are not allowed; visitors go on foot, by bicycle, by park e-cart or with the licensed cycle-rickshaw drivers, many of whom are expert bird guides (paid separately). Fog can hide the birds early on January mornings.
Hotels: 3-star hotel in Bharatpur, or similar.
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know before you go
3 days and 2 nights. It starts from Delhi on day 1 and you are back in Delhi on day 3. With the train option, the train journey is in addition to these days.
Delhi → Bharatpur → Fatehpur Sikri → Delhi. That is about 411 km in all; each leg is listed on this page with its distance and driving time.
For 2 persons it is ₹9,520 per person (train); for a group of 11–12 it comes down to ₹6,260 per person. Prices include 3-star hotels with breakfast and all sightseeing transport.
Yes. This package is offered by cab, train or bus. By cab, the same AC car takes you from Delhi and back. By bus, you take an AC bus to the first stop and back, and a cab covers the sightseeing. With the train option you travel by AC 3-tier to Bharatpur and back; the train journey is in addition to the 3 days. The price table shows each option for your group size.
This package is planned for Dec 2026 – Feb 2027 (migratory bird season). Book early: hotels fill up fast in this season.
Inside Keoladeo National Park private vehicles are not allowed; visitors go on foot, by bicycle, by park e-cart or with the licensed cycle-rickshaw drivers, many of whom are expert bird guides (paid separately). Fog can hide the birds early on January mornings.
