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Day: Arrive: Delhi:
Meeting and assistance on arrival at the International airport, our representative welcome and escort you by a private car and transfer to the hotel, whilst the room keys and check-in is organized, our representative would hand over the documents and brief the tour programme to you. If you wish you can do the half day sightseeing of Delhi today. Overnight stay in Delhi.
Delhi, capital city of the Federal Republic of India. It is one of India's fastest growing cities. It has sprawled over the West Bank of the river Yamuna, straddling the river. Delhi blends an historic past and a vibrant present. Delhi has some of the finest museums in the country. New Delhi was proclaimed the capital of India by the British architect Sir Edwin Lutyens (1869-1944) & is tree-lined & spacious. Legend has it that the Pandavas, the august heroes of the epic Mahabharata, originally founded Delhi, then called Indraprastha, around 1200 B.C. Present day Delhi is built around the ruins of seven ancient cities.
02 Day: Delhi:
After breakfast take sightseeing tour of historic city
visiting Old Delhi visiting the majestic Red Fort, a
marvel in red sandstone, Jama Masjid, the largest mosque
in India, both built by emperor Shah Jahan of Taj Mahal
fame, Rajghat - memorial of Mahatma Gandhi & a Rickshaw
ride past through the silver street in Chandani Chowk,
the city tour continues covering New Delhi, visiting
Rashtrapati Bhawan, one-time imperial residence of the
British viceroys; the India Gate, a memorial raised
in honour of the Indian soldiers martyred during the
Afghan war; the Laxmi Narayan Temple, built by the Birlas,
one of India’s leading industrial families; Humayun’s
Tomb, lotus shaped Bhai’s Temple , Qutub Minar
, built by Qutub-ud-din Aibek of the Slave Dynasty;
in the evening you can visit to see speculative Light
and Sound Show at Red Fort. Return to the hotel for
overnight at the hotel.
Light and Sound Show: A spectacular sound and light show at the Red Fort. Which makes the 5,000 years old history of the city come alive. Amidst the tranquility of the splendidly panoramic and historic environs of the Red Fort, select episodes from the annals of Delhi's historic and legendary past are vividly brought to life. Special effects combine with the unique ambience to make this show a hauntingly unforgettable experience.
03 Day: Delhi - Corbett
(275 Kms - 5 hours):
Morning after breakfast depart by road towards the Corbett
National Park, named after legendary Jim Corbett. It
is located at the foothills of the Himalayas. It is
famous for the Indian Tiger. Upon arrival check in to
the resort. In the afternoon, visit the park in the
search of a tiger. Overnight at Resort.
Corbett National Park: Located in the foothills of the Himalayas is the majestic Corbett National Park. Home to a variety of flora and fauna, it is famous for its wild population of Leopards. Corbett national park was established in 1936, as the Hailey National Park. India's first national park and the first sanctuary to come under Project Tiger, Corbett supports a variety of vegetation making it the ideal habitat for the Tiger and its prey. Once a popular hunting ground of the British, this 201 square mile park was named in honor of the late Jim Corbett, the legendary hunter-naturalist turned author and photographer who most of his years in this area and contributed in setting up the this park. With the help of the World Wildlife Fund, was launched in Corbett National Park in 1973 and this park was one of the first such tiger reserves in the country
04 Day: Corbett:
This day is reserved to discover and observe the wildlife:
Elephants, tigers, bears in the jungle of Corbett with
all its colors. Over night stay at Resort.
05 Day: Corbett –
Agra (260 kms 5 hours):
Morning after breakfast depart for Agra, on arrival
transfer to the hotel. After some rest and relaxation
visit to the Agra Fort from where one can get the most
moving view of the Taj from the little octagonal tower
in the Agra Fort, which lies, across the river Jamuna.
In the evening you may visit to the souvenirs market
of Agra, one should visit Oswal Emporium where they
have built a Mini Taj Mahal inside their showroom and
it took 10 years for the artists to complete the mini
replica of the Taj. The show room conducts free sound
& light show showing the eras of Taj Mahal. Overnight
in the hotel.
Agra is famous as being home to one of the seven wonders of the world-the Taj Mahal. A pleasant town with comparatively slow pace, craftsmen who are descendant of those who worked under the Mughals know Agra for its superb inlay work on marble and soapstone. The city is also famous for its carpets, gold thread embroidery and leather shoes. Agra, and the nearby city of Fatehpur Sikri, is conveniently close to Delhi. Besides the Taj Mahal are Agra Fort, Sikandra, Ram Bagh and Itmad-Ud-Daulah-35 kms away are the imperial ruins of the Mughal city, Fatehpur Sikri. Agra is an old city and it is said that its name was derived from Agrabanad, a forest that finds mention in the epic Mahabharata.
Note: Taj Mahal is closed on every Friday.
06 Day: Agra - Khajuraho
(By Air):
Early morning, visit to witness the incomparable Taj
Mahal with its’ speculative view at the time of
Sunrise. Taj Mahal, the architectural modern day wonder
of the world; this monument is a fine example of the
fusion of many architectural styles is one of the wonders
of the modern world. Taj, endowed it with some of the
loveliest buildings in the world. In the afternoon transfer
to airport for flight to Khajuraho - the ancient capital
of the Chandela Kings. Visit the famous and magnificent
carved temples dedicated to Lord Shiva, Lord Vishnu
and the Jain Tirthankaras. These temples are built between
950 A.D. and 1050 A.D. These temples represent some
of the most exquisite specimens of medieval India. Now
declared as a world heritage site by UNESCO. Overnight
at the hotel.
Khajuraho: The fascinating temples of Khajuraho, India's unique gift of love to the world, in the state of Madhya Pradesh, were built between 950 and 1050 A.D.It derives its name from the Khajur tree (the date palm tree) which can be found in abundance in the area. The divine sculptures in these temples are a tribute to Life itself, embodying everything that is sublime and spontaneous about it. With the wane of the Chandela Empire, these magnificent temples lay neglected, and vulnerable to the ravages of Nature. It was only in this century, that they were rediscovered, restored and granted the recognition that they justly deserve. Originally there were 85 temples, of which only 22 still exist. These magnificent temples dedicated to Lord Shiva, Lord Vishnu and the Jain Tirthankaras. The three main compartments are the entrance (ardhamandapa), assembly hall (mandapa), and the actual sanctum (garbha griha). The temples are grouped into three geographical divisions: western, eastern and southern.
07 Day: Khajuraho - Bandhavgarh
(195 Kms - 4 hours):
This morning, depart for Bandhavgarh National Park,
situated in the forest of the erstwhile State of Rewa,
The National Park lies in the heart of the Vindhyan
Mountain Range. Besides it’s enchanting landscape
formed by the Sal forest in the valleys and majestic
tree clad hills in the backdrop, it is famous for its
rich variety of wildlife and archaeological remains
of the Kalchuri period. The park area is hilly and is
dominated by the majestic Bandhavgarh fort, built in
14th century. After Lunch late in the afternoon, proceed
for the Jeep safari into the jungle to observe animals.
Overnight at the Lodge.
Bandhavgarh National Park: Set amongst The Vindhya Hills in Madhya Pradesh, Bandhavgarh consists of 168 sq miles of Sal & a mixed forest with large stretches of Bamboo and Grassland to The North. One is generally lucky to view The Tiger, Gaur ( Indian Bison) Chital, Chansingha ( Four horned antelope). This Park houses some 150 species of birds including the Blue Bearded bee eaters, White Browed Fantails, and The Malabar Hornbill. The Bandhavgarh Fort , besides offering breath taking views, houses a 35 ft reclining statue of Lord Vishnu and 10th Century Rock Images of the incarnation of the Lord.
08 Day: Bandhavgarh:
The day is dedicated to take safaris in the reserve
with a naturalist, in search of the Tiger, Leopard,
Bear, Bison, Chital, Sambhar, Nilgai, Chinkaras, Chowsingha,
Barking deer, and varieties of birds such as and the
Peacock, Paradise fly catchers, Jungle Fowl, Golden.
Day in the jungle. Overnight at the hotel.
09 Day: Bandhavgarh:
Full day dedicated to discover and observe the wildlife
- Elephants, tigers, bears in the jungle in the park
with all its colours. Return to the hotel for overnight
stay
10 Day: Bandhavgarh - Kanha
(190 Kms - 4 hours):
This morning check out the hotel and depart towards
the National park of Kanha, spread over 1,945 sq.km
of dense sal forests, interspersed with extensive meadows
and trees and clumps of wild bamboo. Kanha is considered
as one of best wildlife reserve and its rich habitat
comprises the Tiger, Gaur, Sambar, Chital, Barasingha,
Barking Deer, Black Deer, Black Buck, Sloth Bear, Jackal
Fox, Porcupine, Hyena, and the of Barasingha (swamp
deer). On arrival transfer to the hotel. Overnight at
hotel.
Kanha's sal and bamboo forests, rolling grasslands and meandering streams stretch over 940 sq km in dramatic natural splendour which form the core of the Kanha Tiger Reserve created in 1974 under Project Tiger. The park is the only habitat of the rare hardground Barasingha (Cervus Duvaceli Branderi). By a special statute in 1955, Kanha National Park came into being. Since then, a series of stringent conservation programme for the protection of the park's flora and fauna has given Kanha its deserved reputation for being one of the finest and best administered National Parks in Asia, an irresistible attraction for all wildlife lovers and a true haven for its animal and avian population.
11 Day: Kanha:
We go on a safari today to discover fauna of the park:
tigers, gaurs, panthers, chitals, Barasingha, sambars,
etc. Overnight in Kanha.
12 Day: Kanha - Nagpur
– Delhi:
Morning drive to Nagpur, on arrival transfer to airport
to board the scheduled flight for Delhi, assistance
on arrival in Delhi and transfer to hotel. Evening free
to relax, overnight at the hotel.
13 Day: Delhi – Hometown
(By Air):
Today after breakfast the day is free for leisure and
individual activities. Later transfer to the international
airport to board the scheduled flight for home country.
On departure the tour concludes with happy memories.
