Wildlife Tour: Bandhavgarh, Kanha & Ranthambore - 13 Nights & 14 Days |
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DELHI » KANHA » BANDHAVGARH » TRAIN » RANTHAMBHORE » AGRA » DELHI |
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This 13 night tour is recommended for wildlife enthusiasts. It will take you to the Kanha, Bandhavgarh and Ranthambhore National Parks, giving you the opportunity to trail lions, tigers and other denizens of the wild and to watch the animals in their natural habitats. You will also visit Delhi, the capital of India and a sprawling metropolis. Another high point of the tour will be a visit to the Taj Mahal at Agra. |
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Red Fort & Qutub Minar Wildlife Safaris The Taj Mahal |
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| Detailed Itinerary : |
Day 01: Arrival Delhi
You will be welcomed by an ITC representative at the Delhi International Airport and transferred to your hotel. Relax and unwind on your first day in Delhi. Overnight at the hotel. (Vehicle at disposal)
Day 02: Delhi
We will spend this day on a sightseeing tour of Old Delhi. We will start with a visit to the Raj Ghat, a monument to the memory of Mahatma Gandhi. The Jama Masjid, a Mughal monument and a prominent mosque will be the next destination, followed by a photo stop at the Red Fort. In the afternoon we will first visit the Qutub Minar, the world's tallest brick minaret, and then move on to the unique lotus shaped Bahai Temple. Later, after a photo stop at the India Gate (War Memorial arch) we will visit the President's Palace, Parliament House and the Sikh Temple at Bangla Sahib. Overnight stay at the hotel. (Vehicle at disposal)
Day 03: Delhi – Jabalpur (by Flight) - Kanha (by)
On arrival at Kanha, check-in at the hotel. The Kanha Tiger Reserve is primarily a Sal, Bamboo and mixed deciduous jungle covering 1,954 sq. km, and situated amongst the plateaus and valleys of the beautiful Maikal Hills in Central India. It is one of India's premier Tiger Reserves, having an official count of 129 animals of the species within its boundaries. It is also the only place on earth where one can find the Hard Ground Swamp Deer or Barasingha, a species that was on the brink of extinction not very long ago with just 66 animals, but now numbers more than 450. Other animals observed at Kanha include Leopards, Bison, Wild Dogs, Sloth Bear, Antelopes, Nilgai, Pangolins and Flying Squirrels to name a few. Reptiles and amphibians are found in abundance and a record of almost 300 species of birds have thrilled ornithologists, with each year bringing an unusual newcomer or two to the area. The Kanha National Park is open from Oct to June. The afternoon is free to spend at leisure. Overnight at the hotel. (Vehicle for transfer only)
Day 04: Kanha
In the morning and the evening, enjoy game safari's in the National Park. Afternoon is free for walks in and around the hotel. Overnight at the hotel. (No Vehicle)
Day 05: Kanha
Continuing with the previous day's activities, we will have game safari's in the National Park in the morning and the evening, with the afternoon at leisure. Overnight at the hotel. (No Vehicle)
Day 06: Kanha – Bandhavgarh (265 km/6 1⁄2 hrs)
After breakfast at the hotel, we will drive to Bandhavgarh. On arrival we will check-in at the hotel. Set amidst the Vindhya and Satpura range of mountains, the Bandhavgarh National Park is one of the best places to view wildlife in India. It has a relatively high density of Tigers in addition to Deer, Langur monkeys, Sloth Bear and a variety of avian fauna. The park has a huge sandstone cliff in the centre, surrounded by Sal and Bamboo forests. Game safari's go out on jeeps in the early morning and in the afternoon. Domesticated elephants are also on hand and can be used for short explorations into the forest and for tiger sightings up close. Between game drives, you may explore the temple in the park, which is guarded by a beautiful sleeping Vishnu. Bandhavgarh National Park is open from Oct till June. Rest of the day at leisure. Overnight at the hotel. (Vehicle for transfer)
Day 07: Bandhavgarh
In the morning and the evening enjoy game safari's in the National Park. Afternoon at leisure. Overnight at the hotel. (No Vehicle)
Day 08: Bandhavgarh
Like we did in Kanha, we will go on morning and evening safari's in the National Park and spend the afternoon at leisure. Overnight at the hotel. (No Vehicle)
Day 09: Bandhavgarh – Sawai Madhopur (overnight Train)
We will have one more game drive in the morning. Afternoon at leisure. In the evening we will drive to Katni Railway Station for an overnight train ride to Sawai Madhopur.
Day 10: Ranthambhore
In the morning you will be met at the Sawai Madhopur station and driven to Ranthambhore. On arrival, check-in at the hotel. The Ranthambore National Park has been at the forefront of Project Tiger. The park covers approximately 400sq km of rolling hills, grassland, bush and woods, rivers and lakes and is very picturesque. The landscape is accentuated by the ruins of many palaces and forts at this once royal hunting reserve. Ranthambore has large numbers of Sambar, Chital, and Nilgai. You may also see Chinkara, Mongoose and Monitor Lizards. However, it is the larger predators that are so compelling. These include Leopards, Hyenas, Jackals, Caracal, Sloth Bear, Marsh Crocodile and of course the Tiger, for which the park is famous. We will visit the Ranthambore National Park in the morning and in the evening, the best times to spot the animals. Overnight stay at the hotel. (No Vehicle)
Day 11: Ranthambhore
In the morning and the evening enjoy game safari's in the National Park. Afternoon is free for walks in and around the hotel. Game drives by open shared Jeeps/canter (subject to availability). Overnight at the hotel. (No Vehicle)
Day 12: Ranthambhore – Agra (by Train/Road)
In the morning drive to the Sawai Madhopur station for the train ride to Bharatpur (1240/1511). On arrival at Bharatpur you will be met and transferred to Agra. On arrival check-in at the hotel. No sightseeing.
Day 13: Agra - Delhi
We will visit the magnificent Taj Mahal at sunrise today. Regarded as one of the Wonders of the World and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, this beautiful monument in pure white marble was built by Emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his beloved wife Mumtaz Mahal. It took 22 years of concerted effort by as many as 20,000 workers to complete this majestic mausoleum. Verses from the Koran are engraved on the walls, and fine inlay-work using semi-precious stones adorns the interiors. Although the Taj is one of the most photographed edifices in the world and is instantly recognized by people, seeing it for real is an awe-inspiring experience. Later in the day we will visit the massive Agra Fort, once the seat of the Mughal rulers and today a World Heritage Site. Built by the Mughal Emperor Akbar, the fort contains several palaces, pavilions, gardens, mosques and private chambers. Later drive to Delhi, on arrival checkin at the hotel. Overnight at the hotel. (Vehicle for transfer and at disposal)
Day 14: Delhi – Departure
Departure transfer to the airport for your return flight. (Vehicle for transfer)
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| Place | Nts | Standard | Superior | Deluxe | | | Delhi | 2 | Thikana | The Maidens | The Claridges | | Kanha | 3 | Mapple | Flame of the forest | Singinawa Kanha | | Bhandhavgarh | 3 | Mapple | Salvan | Bandhav Vilas | | Train | 1 | Air conditioned Sleeper Class | Air conditioned Sleeper Class | Air conditioned Sleeper Class | | Ranthambore | 2 | Nahargarh Fort | Khem Vilas | Sherbagh | | Agra | 1 | ITC Mughal | The Trident | ITC Mughal | | Delhi | 1 | Thikana | The Maidens | The Claridges |
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Prices from £ 1631 per person
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| Tour Inclusions & Exclusions: |
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Prices are per person based on 2 people occupying 1 double/twin room. Prices may vary based on local market fluctuations. For single supplements please contact India Travel Centre. Price Includes: B&B at all hotelsmexcept where cited on the itinerary, All Internal transfers by private chauffeur driven air-conditioned car as per itinerary, Entrance fees, Qualified English speaking local guide services at Delhi & Agra, Game viewing by shared jeeps as per the itinerary, forest and village walks, All applicable taxes (including service tax), Train tickets. Price Excludes: International Flights & Internal Flights - Please contact India Travel Centre for booking flights. |
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