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THE TOUR
Day 01: ARRIVE DELHI
Upon arrival our representative will receive you and
escort you to your vehicle. Drive to your designated
hotel. Our representative will assist you with the
check-in formalities and inform you of your next day’s
program.
Day 02: DELHI
Since the flights arrive late in the night the morning
is to relax and unwind. Later in the day you will begin
your sightseeing of the important sites in the city.
Some of the monuments worth visiting are the Red Fort,
Jama Masid (Mosque), Gandhi Memorial,
India Gate, Humayun’s Tomb & the Qutab
Minar. It is also recommended that one drives around
Lutyen’s Delhi and walk in Connaught Place.
NOTE: Red Fort is closed on Mondays.
Day 03: DELHI - JAIPUR
After a leisurely breakfast drive to Jaipur. You
will pass through some small towns and countryside,
which will give you an opportunity to make some
interesting photos.
The Pink City of Jaipur was founded by Maharaja Sawai
Jai Singh II in the 18th century. It is a planned city
built on “Vastu Shastra” ancient Hindu
architectural principles as the colonial capital of a
richly colorful state. The whole city was painted in
Terracotta to welcome Prince Albert in 1853 and this
Terracotta color has become a unique feature of the Old
City.
Day 04: JAIPUR
The Old Capital, Amber Fort the seat of the
Maharajas of Jaipur before the city of Jaipur was
founded is situated in the north and today morning you
will visit this medieval Fort, which has been restored
to its old glory.
In the afternoon visit the City Palace Museum &
the Jantar Mantar, the stone Observatory in the
heart of the Old City.
Day 05: JAIPUR / RANTHAMBORE
Today you have a five hour journey by road to reach
Ranthombore, which at one time was the hunting grounds
for the Royal Family of Jaipur. The Sanctuary has over
38 tigers and the numbers are growing due to safe
breeding grounds & constant vigil by the authorities.
After arrival and settling down at your resort you will
be met with our naturalist who will take you in a
private Jeep for the first round of Safari into the
Jungle.
In the evening our naturalist will show you a slide show
& talk to you about the Park and give you detailed
information. He will also inform you about the day’s
activity fir the next day.
Day 06: RANTHAMBORE
You have a full day to enjoy the Park and the
surroundings including the Fort perched on top of the
hill.
Day 07: RANTHAMBORE / BHARATPUR / AGRA
Today you have a train Journey to Bharatpur, which is
where the Keoladeo Bird Sanctuary was established
in 1956. The Bird Sanctuary was also a hunting ground of
the Maharajas of Bharatpur.
The Sanctuary is spread over 20 sq. miles & is famous
for the Siberian Cranes and many other migratory birds.
There is also a large number of residential ones to be
seen here.
After arrival you will be received and a lunch a
arranged at the Laxmi Vilas Palace Hotel.
You will be escorted by our bird expert for a quick
visit to the Sanctuary. Later drive to Agra.
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Day 08: AGRA
Though Taj Mahal can be visited at any time of
the day but visiting it in the early morning just before
sunrise and watch it glow with the sunlight is an
experience that can only be witnessed in person.
Emperor Shajhan built this poem in white marble for his
beloved wife Mumtaj Mahal who died after giving birth to
their 14th child.
Agra Fort is next on the agenda and the majestic
Fort built by Emperor Akbar in Red Sand Stone is another
World Heritage Monument, which is worth visiting. It
also gives a fantastic view of the Taj Mahal with the
riverbed in the backdrop.
NOTE: Taj Mahal is closed on Fridays.
Day 09: AGRA / JHANSI / KHAJURAHO
The train journey is a highlight of the travel today.
Our representative will escort you to the Train station
to connect train to Jhansi (Bhopal Shatabdi - Agra Dep -
0817 / Jhansi Arr - 1043 hrs)
On arrival you stop at Orchha for an early lunch.
After lunch continue our drive to Khajuraho, home to the
most famous erotic temples built in the 10 & 11th
century by the Chandella Rulers.
On arrival in Khajuraho, transfer to the Hotel. Evening
is to enjoy the Sound and Light Show.
Day 10: KHAJURAHO / BANDHAVGARH
In the morning visit Eastern Group of temples mainly
dedicated to the Jain teachers - Tirthankaras. Also
visit the Western Group of temples, which consist of a
group of artistic temples built in sandstone.
Later you will drive to Bandhavgarh. The density of the
tiger population at Bandhavgarh is the highest known in
India. Covering approx. 350 sq miles. Bandhavgarh is
situated in outlying hills of the Vindhyachal range. The
terrain is of rocky hills rising sharply from the swampy
and densely forested valley bottoms.
After the long drive you arrive at your hotel, where our
naturalist will receive you and inform you about the
program for the next day. Rest of the evening is to
relax and get ready for the next day.
Day 11: BANDHAVGARH
You have a full day to enjoy the Jeep Safaris into the
National Park.
Day 12: BANDHAVGARH / KANHA
Today you another long drive to reach the Kanha Tiger
Reserve. The Reserve is located in the Maikal Hills,
which has a rich Flora & Fauana. The topography is
breathtakingly beautiful as you see the flat hilltops,
grassy expanses, dense & riverine forest. The Reserve
has not only a large population of Tigers but also has
been successful in saving the endangered “Barasingha”
antelope.
It was here that Rudyard Kipling got the inspirations to
write his The Jungle Book with the famous “Mowgli”
character.
Our naturalist will receive you on arrival at the hotel
and after you have settled down he will talk to you
about your program for the next day.
Day 13: KANHA
Today you will enjoy morning and afternoon Jeep Safari
into the Park.
Day 14: KANHA / NAGPUR / MUMBAI
After breakfast drive to Nagpur and connect flight to
Mumbai. You will be received in Mumbai and escorted to
your hotel.
Flight Schedule - IT3130 1830/1945 HRS.
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Day 15: MUMBAI / USA
You will be escorted to the airport to connect flight to
Mumbai where our representative will receive you & check
you in at your hotel. Later in the evening you will be
assisted to drive to the international airport and
check-in for your flight back home.
Delhi - Jaipur - Ranthambore -
Bharatpur - Agra - Khajuraho - Bhandavgarh - Kanha -
Nagpur - Mumbai
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