TAJ AND WILDLIFE TOUR
Delhi, Agra, Nagpur
Day 1: ARRIVAL DELHI
Upon arrival at Delhi’s international airport, you will be met by our representative who will assist you with the arrival transfer and check in formalities at the hotel.
Day 2: DELHI CITY TOUR
After breakfast proceed for Full day sightseeing tour of Delhi explore the Qutab complex which houses India's biggest single tower Qutab Minar and the 4th century rust free Iron Pillar; drive past the Mughal citadel named Lal Qila (Red Fort); and Lutyens Delhi with its tree lined boulevards leading to the British Viceroy's Palace (Rashtrapati Bhavan) now the official residence of the President of India, the secretariat, India ate and Parliament House. Also visit the grand Jama Masjid and Humayun's Tomb– the only monument ever built by a queen in memory of her beloved king husband ,which was an inspiration for several other monuments, such as the incomparable Taj Mahal. Overnight stay at the
hotel.
Day 3: DELHI – AGRA (205 Kms/ 04- 05 Hrs)
Today after breakfast you will be driven towards Agra, upon arrival check in at the hotel. Later proceed for sightseeing tour of world famous Taj Mahal and Agra Fort.
The Taj Mahal is a white Marble mausoleum located in Agra. It was built by Mughal emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his third wife, Mumtaz Mahal. The Taj Mahal is widely recognized as "one of the seven wonders of world and one of the universally admired masterpieces of the world's heritage. Taj Mahal is the finest example of Mughal architecture, a style that combines elements from Persian, Turkish and Indian architectural styles. In 1983, the Taj Mahal became a UNESCO World Heritage Site. While the white domed marble mausoleum is the most familiar component of the Taj Mahal, it is actually an integrated complex of structures. The construction began around 1632 and was completed around 1653, employing thousands of artisans and craftsmen.
Later visit Agra Fort is a UNESCO World Heritage site and is located on the right bank of the river Yamuna in the city of Agra. It is one of the most important and robustly built strongholds of the Mughals, embellished with number of richly decorated buildings encompassing the imposing Mughal style of art and architecture. It was constructed by the third Mughal emperor Akbar on the remains of an ancient site known as Badalgarh. The fort, semi-circular on plan, is surrounded by a 21.4 m high fortification wall. Double ramparts have been provided here with broad massive circular bastions at regular intervals. There are four gates on its four sides, one of the gates was called “khizri-gate” (the water gate) which opens to the river front, where ghats (quays) were provided .The fort has survived through the onslaught of time, nature and men. The fort spreads over an area of about 94 acres of land. At present, there exist more than two dozens of monuments in the Fort.
After completing the sightseeing return back to the hotel for overnight stay.
Day 4: AGRA- JHANSI- KHAJURAHO (By: Train/ Surface)
Today after breakfast transfer to railway station to board train for Jhansi.
Departure Agra: At: 0815 hrs By: Train Shatabdi Express
Arrival: Jhansi: At: 1040 hrs
Upon arrival in Jhansi, drive for Khajuraho [approx 180 Kms/ 05 hours]Enroute visiting Orchha Fort- The grandeur of the Orchha can be captured in stone, frozen in time; a rich legacy to the ages. Orchha was founded in 16th century by the Bundela Rajput chieftain Rudra Pratap. Orchha is famous for the Laxminarayan Temple, vibrant murals encompassing a variety of religious and secular themes bring the walls and ceilings to rich life and each with its own poignant history.
After completing the sightseeing tour, you will be driven towards Khajuraho. Upon arrival check in and overnight stay at hotel.
Day 5: KHAJURAHO- PANNA (50 Kms/ 1-2 Hrs)
After early breakfast proceed for the sightseeing of Khajuraho visiting famous Chandela temples which is also a UNESCO world heritage site in central India, is famous tourist and archaeological site known for its sculptured temples dedicated to Shiva, Vishnu, and Jain patriarchs to the distinctive groups of temples here. It was one of the capitals of the Chandela kings. Khajuraho, a fascinating village with a quaint rural ambience with a glorious rich cultural heritage, has the fascinating temples of Eastern & Western group. It is one of the amazing tourist places in India.
After completing the sightseeing tour return back to the hotel for check out and later drive towards Panna National Park. Upon arrival check in at the hotel, later in the afternoon proceed for the game drive inside Panna national park.
Return back to the hotel for dinner and overnight stay.
Day 6: PANNA- BANDHAVGARH (210 Kms/ 5-6 Hrs)
Morning game drive inside the national park, return back to the hotel for breakfast, later you will be driven to Bandhavgarh National Park- is one of the wild life sanctuaries in the Indian state Madhya Pradesh. This wild life park derived its very name from an ancient fort in the area. Bandhavgarh National Park belongs to the Vindhyan mountain ranges of central India and it boasts to have the highest density of tiger population in the country. Now there are about 46 to 52 tigers one can spot here.
Upon arrival check in at the hotel, evening free at leisure, dinner and overnight at the hotel
Day 7: BANDHAVGARH
Morning game drive inside national park along with visit to Bandhavgarh Fort which is also located inside the national park.
Return back to hotel for breakfast, rest of the morning is free, lunch at the hotel afterwards in the
Evening proceed for another game drive inside the park, return back to the hotel dinner and overnight stay.
Day 8: BANDHAVGARH NATIONAL PARK - KANHA NATIONAL PARK (250 Kms/ 06- 07 Hrs)
After breakfast you will be driven towards Kanha National Park- is one of the India’s finest tiger reserves. It is spread more than 940 sq km in a horse shoe shaped valley bound by the spurs of the Mekal range the park presents a varies topography. Kanha also shelters one of the largest populations of the tigers in the country. Some of the other larger animal species found in the park are sloth bear, leopard, striped hyena, spotted dear, wild boar, jungle cat, jackal and a variety of monkeys. Over 200 spices of birds have been spotted in the park.
Upon arrival check in at the hotel, rest of the day is free at leisure, Dinner and overnight at hotel.
Day 9: KANHA NATIONAL PARK
Morning game drive inside national park return back to hotel for breakfast, rest of the morning is free.
Lunch at the hotel afterwards afternoon proceed for another game drive inside the park, return back to the hotel for dinner and overnight stay.
Day 10: KANHA NATIONAL PARK- PENCH NATIONAL PARK (200 Kms/ 05-06 Hrs)
Early morning, enjoy the nature walk with Naturalist. Enjoy the Bird watching & collect the interesting &
important information about the Flora & Fauna of Kanha National Park & Tiger Reserve. Return back to hotel for breakfast. After breakfast check out and drive to Pench National Park.
Pench National Park: - One of Central India’s lesser known reserves, Pench National Park is dominated by hills, forests and valleys, this national park derives its name from the Pench River, which meanders its way through the entire stretch of the 757 km² park. The river runs from north to south, dividing the park into almost equal western and eastern halves – the well forested areas of Chhindwara and Seoni districts respectively. Kala Pahar, the park’s highest hill, reaches 650 m above sea level. A typical Central Indian teak jungle, Pench supports a rich variety of wildlife, including the tiger, leopard, wild dog, gaur, sambar, chital and brilliant birdlife. The Park’s open habitat not only lends well to wildlife viewing, but it also offers striking views of the area’s sheer beauty. This national park received international recognition from Rudyard Kipling’s classic tale, the Jungle Book.
Upon arrival check in at the hotel, evening free at leisure, dinner and overnight at the hotel
Day 11: PENCH NATIONAL PARK
Morning game drive inside national park return back to hotel for breakfast, rest of the morning is free.
Lunch at the hotel afterwards afternoon proceed for another game drive inside the park, return back to the hotel for dinner and overnight stay.
Day 12: PENCH NATIONAL PARK- NAGPUR (95 Kms/ 2-3 Hrs)
Morning after you will be driven towards Nagpur airport to board flight for Delhi OR Mumbai [depending upon your outbound flight port of departure].
Upon arrival at the departure city transfer directly to the airport to board flight for onward destination
**END OF TOUR**