Rajasthan with Wildlife
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Special Feature: Wildlife, Tiger National Parks,
Jeep/Elephant Safari etc.
Starting Price: 13 nights from US$
2195 (per person)
Destination: Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh
Departure Date: As per the client's choice
Transportation : Air-conditioned Car with an expert driver
ITINERARY
Day 01 - Arrive
Delhi
Arriving Delhi, you will clear customs and immigration. Leaving the airport, you
will be met by our representative, holding a play card with your name on it at the exit.
Arrival transfer to your hotel and assistance for check-in will be provided. After
check-in overnight at hotel.
Day 02 - Delhi
After breakfast full day city tour of Delhi which is India's bustling
capital city. It was from here that Hindu, Muslim and Mughal dynasties as well as the
British ruled. Old & New Delhi present a stunning juxtaposition of sights and sounds
with the ancient city built by Emperor Shah Jahan the builder of the famous Taj Mahal, and
the new garden city built in 1911 by the British.
Visiting India gate (war memorial),
Rajghat (the cremation site of Mahatma Gandhi ) and Red Fort. After
that visit The National Museum is one of India's most prestigious
institutions. The galleries of the museum follow a historical and chronological sequence.
The Indus Valley Gallery displays many antiquities excavated from Mohenjodaro and Harappa,
like terracotta toys, images and pots, jewellery, seals, bronze and copper implements and
sculpture. Later on drive past President's
House, Parliament House & Secretariat Building. Later on visit Qutab
Minar. Overnight at hotel. (Breakfast)
Day 03 - Delhi - Neemrana - Jaipur
After breakfast check-out from the hotel and drive to Jaipur. En-route
visit Neemrana fort which is India's oldest heritage resort. Sited on a
majestic plateau, concealed in a horseshoe formation of the billion year-old Aravalli
ranges, the property covers 25 acres/10 hectares. The stepped palaces of this
architectural jewel is cut into the hillside to sprawl over 3 acres/1.2 hectares. Arrive
Jaipur and check-in into hotel.
Rest of the day free to relax at your hotel. OR you
can explore the local markets for souvinir shopping the Jaipur is famous for- Jewellery,
precious stones, paintings, hand printed textiles etc. In the evening we have
arranged your dinner at Indiana Restaurant. Enjoy your hot &
delicious dinner with Rajasthani folk dances & music. Overnight at hotel. (Breakfast/Dinner)
Day 04 - Jaipur
After breakfast visit Amer Fort - The royal family's residence at
Amber is only 11 km away. The palaces and forts of yesteryear, once witness to royal
processions, now shine amid the splendor of modern monuments, a juxtaposition accepted
quite naturally into the lifestyles of an amazing people. Ascend on elephant back, the
hill, on which the fort is situated.
In the afternoon half day city tour covering Hawa
Mahal or "Palace of Winds," one of the major landmarks of Jaipur,
although it is actually little more than a facade. The five-storey building overlooks the
main street of the old city and is a stunning example of Rajput artistry with its pink,
semi-octagonal, honeycombed, sandstone windows. It was originally built to enable the
ladies of the royal household to watch the everyday life and processions of the city. The
City Palace, located in the heart of the old city, is a large complex of
courtyards, buildings, and gardens, and also houses an interesting museum. Adjacent to the
City Palace is Jantar Mantar, the ancient astronomical observatory
built by Raja Jai Singh, whose passion for astronomy was even more notable than his
prowess as a warrior. Overnight at hotel. (Breakfast)
Day 05 - Jaipur - Ranthambore
After breakfast check-out from the hotel and depart on a three hour drive to Ranthambhore.
On arrival check-in into Jungle Resort. After lunch explore Ranthambhore National
Park on you own. This 420 sq km park was at one time the hunting grounds for the
Maharaja of Jaipur and his court, before being declared a reserve forest within Project
Tiger. Dominated by the massive ramparts of Ranthambore Fort, the varied vegetation of the
park is the home to a wide variety of wild life and birds, and is regarded as the best
spot in India to catch a glimpse of the elusive tiger. Dinner & overnight at resort.
(Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner)
Day 06 - Ranthambore
Breakfast at resort. We have included morning & evening
game drives to explore Ranthambhore National Park. Embark on a Canter
Ride into the Park for Game Viewing. Canter - a 20-seater vehicle which
has been specially re-fitted and furbished for comfort and good viewing. Ranthambhore
is the ideal place to spot the tiger. The majestic predator assured of protection, roams
freely during the daytime and can be seen at close quarters. Other wildlife to be seen
include sambar, chital, nilgai (blue bull), chinkara, langur, wild boar, sloth bear,
hyena, jackal, jungle cat, pythons and leopards. Crocodiles abound in the lakes. The lakes
also attract a large number of migratory and local birds. Dinner & overnight at hotel.
(Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner)
Day 07 - Ranthambore - Bharatpur - Fatehpur
Sikri - Agra
After breakfast check-out and drive to Agra en-route visit Bharatpur Bird
Sanctuary - one of the finest bird sanctuaries in the world. You will enjoy a Rickshaw
ride inside the Sanctuary for Bird Watching. Bharatpur is world
renowned for its World Heritage listed Bird Sanctuary, the Keoladeo Ghana National Park.
It is one of the finest bird sanctuaries in the world inundated with over 400 species of
water birds. Exotic migratory birds from Afghanistan, Central Asia, Tibet as well as
Siberian cranes, come here in July/August to spend the winters and they breed till
October/ November. Other common bird life to be seen are cormorants, spoonbills, storks,
egrets, herons, pelicans, ibis and herons that can be spotted all over the park.
Later on continue drive to Agra via Fatehpur
Sikri - Built by Akbar the Great in the 16th century to serve as the capital of
his vast empire, Fatehpur Sikri was mysteriously abandoned 13 years later. The mosque at
Fatehpur Sikri is considered a copy of the mosque at Mecca and is extremely elegant,
containing elements of Hindu and Persian design. The main entrance to the complex Buland
Darwaza or "Great Gateway" is reached by an impressive flight of stairs.
Inscribed on the inside of the archway is the quote: "The World is a bridge. Pass
over it, but build no house upon it. He who hopes for an hour, may hope for
eternity." Arrive Agra and check in into hotel. Overnight at hotel.(Breakfast)
Day 08 - Agra - Katni
2190 Mohakoshal Express Agra 1925 Hrs
Katni 0810 Hrs + 1 day
Early morning visit the Taj Mahal which is India’s most
fascinating and beautiful masterpiece. Set amidst landscaped gardens on the banks of the
Yamuna river, this edifice was built by the Mughal emperor Shah Jahan as a memorial to his
wife, Mumtaz Mahal. After her untimely death, Shah Jahan had her mortal remains buried in
this mausoleum. And after his own demise he was placed to rest next to his beloved queen
in the same mausoleum. The Taj is most enthralling in the quietness of early morning. With
the rising Sun the white marble changes its colour and hues and it is excellent for
photography. Come back to hotel for breakfast. Rest of the morning free to relax at
your hotel.
In the afternoon check-out from the hotel and visit
Red Fort which is surrounded by a 70 feet high wall. It is home to the
beautiful Pearl Mosque and numerous palaces including the Jahangir Mahal, Diwan-i-Khas,
Diwan-i-Am and Moti Masjid. Later it was used by his son Jehangir as the seat of power.
With four gates the Fort is enclosed by a double barricaded wall of red sand stone. The
Jahangir Mahal is reached through an impressive gateway and its inner courtyard consists
of beautiful halls, profuse carvings on stone, exquisitely carved heavy brackets, piers
and cross beams.
Car and driver will be at your disposal until
transfer to Agra Cantt. Railway Station to catch MAHAKOSHAL EXPRESS train to Katni.
Overnight Train. (Breakfast)
Day 09 - Katni -
Bandhavgarh
Arrive Katni and you will be met by our representative, holding a play card with your
name on it at the exit. Arrival transfer to Bandhavgarh. This is a small
National Park; compact, yet full of game. The density of the tiger population at
Bandhavgarh is the highest known in India. This is also white Tiger country. These have
been found in the old state of Rewa for many years. The last known was captured by
maharaja Martand Singh in 1951 . This White tiger , Mohun, is now stuffed and on display
in the Palace of the Mahrahahs of Rewa.
On arrival check in into Bandhavgarh Jungle
lodge - A rustic ambience is the main attraction of this Lodge, which has been
created with the theme of an Indian village. Nature walks and visits to see many of
India's endangered species are rewarding experiences. Bandhavgarh Jungle Lodge is walking
distance from the gate and is situated on the periphery of the Bandhavgarh National Park
(Early check-in will be provided if rooms are available). Later on enjoy your afternoon
game drive to the park to spot the tiger. Overnight at lodge. (Lunch/Dinner)
Day 10 - Bandhavgarh
Since only two game drives per day are allowed inside the park inorder to save the
wildlife from over exposure,we utilise these days by venturing on both drives inside the
park. Enjoy your morning and afternoon jeep-safaries.
View the most sought after beast of the wild - the tiger on Elephant
back (Elephant rides are subject to availability at the time). Overnight at
lodge. (Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner)
Day 11 - Bandhavgarh -
Katni - Delhi
2411 Gondwana Express Katni (KTE) 1720
Hrs Delhi (NZM) 0725 Hrs
+ 1 day
In the morning enjoy another game drive to explore the
Park. After breakfast morning free to relax at your hotel. In the afternoon check-out from
the lodge and transfer to Katni Railway station to catch GONDWANA EXPRESS
train to Delhi. Overnight train. (Breakfast)
Day 12 - Delhi - Corbett National Park
Arrive Delhi in the morning and you will be met by our representative, holding a
play card with your name on it at the exit. Then drive to Corbett National Park -
Situated in the picturesque Kumaon hills in Nainital district. Corbett National Park is
the place from where Project Tiger was launched in 1973. The park has a core area of 520
sq. kms with picturesque hilly ridges covered by sal trees. Lower down are the grasslands
and bamboo growth. A list of species reported from Corbett included 582 species of birds,
26 species of reptiles, 7 species of amphibians and 50 species of mammals. The floral
diversity is also extremely varied. The Park is named after the famous hunter and
naturalist, Jim Corbett, who popularised this land and its animals in his book "The
Man-Eaters of Kumaon". Corbett recounts many fascinating tales of hunting down
man-eating tigers. Always a nature lover, he helped set up a sanctuary called Hailey Park
in 1936. Eventually, an all India initiative for the protection of the Tiger was launched
from here. The park has a high density of tiger population.
On arrival check-in into Infinity Resorts (Tigar
Tops Lodge) which is situated in the himaliyan foothills on the banks
of the Kosi River. Situated in the Kumaon hills of western Uttar Pradesh, it reflects a
high standard of jungle accommodation which is unique in India. The lodge has a typical
jungle ambience with its huge wooden rafters in a dome-shaped split level mega-pagoda,
which serves as a lounge with a cozy fireplace, a fully-stocked bar and a dining hall. The
decor, the furniture, the artifacts, all capture the tough life of the jungle so loved by
the legendary Jim Corbett. Overnight at hotel. (Breakfast/Dinner)
Day 13 - Corbett National Park
After breakfast enjoy your morning and afternoon
jeep-safaries/ one morning elephant ride in the Park. The
Corbett Wildlife Sanctuary is an excellent and largely inviolate specimen of the rich sal
and mixed woodland that spans the outer Himalayas. Because of its rich biogeographic
diversity, the Park is a natural haven for the flora and fauna of the plains, the sub
mountainous regions and high altitude areas. Overnight at resort. (Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner)
Day 14 - Corbett National Park - Delhi
(Departure)
After breakfast check-out from the hotel and drive back to Delhi. Arrive Delhi
and car with driver will be at your disposal until departure transfer to International
Airport to catch flight for onward destination. (Breakfast) |
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