Taj & The Tiger Land with Jaipur

Duration of Trip : 12 Nights & 13 Days
Key Places Covered : Delhi, Jaipur, Ranthambore, Agra, Bandhavgarh, Kanha, Delhi.

Day 01: Arrive Delhi

Humayun's Tomp, Delhi

On arrival at International airport, the guest will be met by our representative and transferred to hotel. Overnight at hotel

Delhi, capital city of the Federal Republic of India is one of India's fastest growing cities. The city has two distinct parts, Old Delhi & New Delhi. Old Delhi reflects shades of Mughal Emperor whereas New Delhi shows the legacy of what British left behind.

The streets of Old Delhi are narrow & bustling. The beauty & serenity lies inside the courts of the main buildings. Delhi has some of the finest museums in the country. Its boutiques and shopping arcades offer access to a wealth of traditional and contemporary crafts, from all over the country. New Delhi was proclaimed the capital of India by the British architect Sir Edwin Lutyens (1869-1944), & is tree-lined & spacious.

Day 02: Delhi

After breakfast proceed for day sightseeing of Delhi covering the following areas of New Delhi and Old Delhi

Rajghat - A memorial to Mahatma Gandhi, also known as Bapu (Father of Nation)

Red Fort (Lal quila) - Old Delhi is centered on the Red Fort built by Emperor Shah Jahan between 1636 & 1658, when the mougal empire was on its peak.

Jama Masjid (Mosque) - Work on the Jama Masjid mosque was begun in 1650 by the Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan to complement his palace at the Red Fort. More than 5,000 workers toiled for six years to complete the largest mosque in India.

Qutub Minar - is the tallest stone tower in India. Some believe it was erected as a tower of victory to signify the beginning of the Muslim rule in India. Others say it served as a minaret to the muezzins to call the faithful to prayer

Indian Gate - Built as a memorial to commemorate the 70,000 India soldiers killed in World War, India Gate was designed by Sir Edwin Lutyens and completed in 1931.

Built from sandstone, the arch also houses the Eternal Flame, a gesture in memory of the Indian soldiers who laid their lives in the 1971 war with Pakistan.

Rashtrapati Bhawan - Formely the Viceregal Lodge, the building is the highlight of Lutyen's New Delhi and was completed in 1929 at a cost of 12,53,000 pound sterling. Located in an area of 130 hectares, the palace has 340 rooms

Overnight in Delhi - we will be happy to recommend places for an evening stroll or a restaurant for dinner tonight.

Day 03: - Jaipur
(265 Kms, 5 hours drive by road)

After breakfast start for Jaipur.

Jaipur - the pink city was founded in 1727 by Maharaja Jai Singh II, a Kachhwaha Rajput, who ruled from 1699-1744. However, Jaipur has joined the parade of metropolitan cities; still there are some traditions and customs in the city, which you will find quite surprising. Jaipur is the capital of the state of Rajasthan a romantic realm of resplendent palaces, mighty fortresses and regal Maharajahs that lies in the western deserts and is an utterly unique part of India. Proudly belonging to the Kshatriya warrior caste and fiercely independent, the Rajput princes made fearsome foes. However, many of them realized that to maintain their wealth and authority locally, it was expedient to proclaim allegiance to the central power. Thus, many enjoyed a privileged position under the Mughal emperors and also the British Raj that followed.

Arrive Jaipur and check in hotel.

Relax in the evening. Overnight at hotel

Day 04: Jaipur

After breakfast proceed for a morning excursion to Amber Fort. Elephant ride ascent to the fort.

Amber Fort, Jaipur

Amber fort palace - Amber is the classic romantic Rajasthani fort palace. Its construction was started by Man Singh I in 1592, and completed by his descendent Jai Singh I. Its forbidding exterior belies an inner paradise where a beautiful fusion of Mughal and Hindu styles finds its ultimate expression. At the foot of the hill you will mount your caparisoned elephant for the slow but steady climb up to the main gate, making your entrance in the time honoured fashion. The Fort, completed in the early 18th century, took over 100 years to build and now, although deserted, offers a fascinating insight into the lifestyle of the Moghul ruling families.

City palace - A delightful blend of Mughal and traditional Rajasthani architecture, the City Palace sprawls over one-seventh of the area in the walled city. It houses the Chandra Mahal, Shri Govind Dev Temple and the City Palace Museum.

Jantar Mantar - This is the largest and the best preserved of the five observatories built by Jai Singh II in different parts of the country. This observatory consisting of outsized astronomical instruments is still in use.

Hawa Mahal - The ornamental facade of this "Palace of Winds" is a prominent landmark in Jaipur. It is a five-storey structure of sandstone plastered pink encrusted with fine trelliswork and elaborate balconies. The palace has 953 niches and windows. Built in 1799 by Pratap Singh, the Mahal was a royal grandstand for the palace women.

Evening leisure for shopping or one can visit Birla temple to explore the religious side of Jaipur. Overnight at hotel

Day 05: Jaipur - Ranthambore

(170 Kms, 3 hours drive by road)

After breakfast start for Ranthambore national park.

Ranthambore National Park was the hunting ground of the Maharajas of Jaipur. It is situated at the confluence of the Aravali Hills and the Vindhyan plateau in the eastern Rajasthan. The Chambal River in the South and the Banas River in the North drain the Ranthambore National Park. Six man-made lakes and many perennial streams add to the beauty of the national park.

The former rulers of Jaipur first felt the need to preserve the area. In 1955, Ranthambore became a game sanctuary and was among the first few protected areas in India. In 1984, Ranthambore Sanctuary acquired the status of a National Park covering almost 400 sq km of area. It was declared as the Tiger Reserve in India, when Project Tiger started in 1972. Currently the tiger count in the park is around 35.

Jeep Safari, Ranthambore

Arrive Ranthambore and check in wildlife resort. Rest of day leisure to enjoy the activities at resort. Get acclimatised to the environment. Overnight at Ranthambore

Day 06: Ranthambore

Get up early in the morning and start for safari at Ranthambore national park. Ranthambore national park has different safari zones and each zone has a lot to offer by richness of wildlife. Back from the safari and have breakfast. Afternoon one can visit Ranthambore palace or one has the option to enjoy camel cart ride to the nearby village. Back to resort and after lunch proceed for another safari is search of the king of the jungle. Back to resort and have dinner.

Overnight at resort

Day 07: Ranthambore - Agra
(260 kms, 6 hours drive by road)

Get up early in the morning and start for safari at Ranthambore national park. Back from the safari, have breakfast and start for Agra. On the way stop at Fatehpur Sikri.

Fatehpur Sikri in Agra is a city in Uttar Pradesh, built during the reign of the Mughal Emperor Akbar during the 16th Century BC. It is a UNESCO World Heritage site and is a combination of various regional schools of architecture. Influence of Hindu and Jain architectural features are found in this monument with traces of Islamic elements in it. Fatehpur Sikri is made of red sandstone and the beautiful marvel tomb of Sheikh Salim Chisti is located here.

Start from Fatehpur Sikri for Agra. Arrive Agra and check in at Hotel. Overnight at Agra

Agra - Heritage of Agra city is linked with the Mughal dynasty, numerous other rulers also contributed to the rich past of this city. Modern Agra was founded by Sikandar Lodhi (Lodhi dynasty; Delhi Sultanate) in the 16th century. Babar (founder of the Mughal dynasty) also stayed for sometime in Agra and introduced the concept of square Persian-styled gardens here. Emperor Akbar built the Agra fort and Fatehpur Sikri near Agra. Fatehpur Sikri remained his capital for around fifteen years after which the city was left isolated in mysterious circumstances. Jahangir beautified Agra with palaces and gardens despite spending most of his time in Kashmir with which he was passionately attached.

Day 08: Agra - Bandhavgarh (Overnight Train)

After breakfast visit Taj Mahal

Taj Mahal For centuries, the Taj Mahal has inspired poets, painters and musicians to try and capture its elusive magic in word, colour and song. It is one of the most flawless architectural creations of the world. Since the 17th century, travellers have crossed continents to come and see this ultimate memorial to love, and few have been unmoved by its incomparable beauty. The Taj Mahal in Agra India is considered one of the best examples of Mughal architecture in India. The history of the Taj Mahal is one of the great love stories of the world. The Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan ruled from 1628 to 1658 and was married to Arjumand Bano Begum in 1612 A.D. He called his wife Mumtaz Mahal or Crown of the Palace. Her dying wish to Shah Jahan was that he should "build a tomb in her memory such as the world had never seen before." The history of the Taj Mahal begins with Mumtaz Mahal's tragic end.

Transfer to railway station to board train for Umaria (nearest railhead for Bandhavgarh National Park).

Overnight in Train

Day 09: Bandhavgarh

Cheetal, Bandhavgarh

Early morning arrive Umaria station and transfer to Bandhavgarh National Park.

Bandhavgarh definitely is the crown in the wildlife legacy of Madhya Pradesh and is the natural habitat to a wide range of floral and fauna. While you are on a jungle safari in this place, you can come across several wildlife species such as Royal Bengal Tigers, cheetals, leopard, gaur, Sambhar, and various other animal species. The park is nested in the foothills of undulating Vindhya mountain range of Central India and features hills and ravines. Bandhavgarh got the status of a national park in the year 1968. Bandhavgarh flaunts a very deep-seated significance of it's own in the history and mythology of India. The fort of Bandhavgarh looms high over the entire park and located here, dates back to the legendary era of Rama and Hanuman from the famous Hindu epic Ramayana. Rama and Hanuman used this fort on their journey back to their kingdom from Lanka. At present the Maharaja of Rewa owns the fort and in the northern part of the fort you will find caves dug into sandstone and carry "brahmi" inscriptions that date back to the 1st century BC. Once upon a time Bandhavgarh was also ruled by the Chandela kings of Bundelkhand who built the famous Khajuraho Temples.

Relax and get freshen up. Afternoon start for the jeep safari at Bandhavgarh National Park. Evening back at resort

Dinner and overnight at resort

Day 10: Bandhavgarh

Early morning start for full day jeep safari at Bandhavgarh National Park. Full day safari consists of two safaris with the lunch break in between. Also enjoy the joy elephant ride at Bandhavgarh National Park.

Bandhavgarh fort - The oldest fort in India - considered to be more than 2500 years. One-hour trek up the fort is worth the effort. The charm of this trek lies in discovering these monuments in the jungle, unspoiled and unexplored. Some of the statues lie off the main path and so it is best to take a guide. Apart from the avatars, well worth seeing are three small temples of around the 12th century. These temples are deserted but the fort is still used as a place of worship. Kabir Das, the celebrated 16th century saint, once lived and preached here. The natural ramparts of the fort give breathtaking view of the surrounding countryside. The fort still belongs to the Maharaja of Rewa and permission is required to visit it. However permission is available locally and no trip to Bandhavgarh is complete without making an effort to climb up the fort. The staff of the resort carries your lunch while you are busy negotiating the trek to the fort.

Overnight and dinner at Resort at Bandhavgarh

Day 11: Bandhavgarh - Kanha national park

(250 kms, 6 hours drive by road)

Early morning start for jeep safari at Bandhavgarh national park. Breakfast at resort and start for Kanha national park. Evening arrive at Kanha national park.

Elephant Safari, Kanha

Kanha National Park is one of the most famous habitats of the tiger in the whole world. The park is situated amongst the Banjar and Halon valleys of the state of Madhya Pradesh. The central Kanha Valley was built into a protected area for animals a long time back. However, it was given the status of a wildlife sanctuary in the year 1933 only, which was elevated to that of a national park in 1955. Kanha Wildlife Sanctuary of India spreads over an area of 1945 sq km, out of which the core area comprises of 940 sq km. The altitude of the park ranges from 450 m to 900 m above sea level. Kanha National Park of India is known the world over for its tiger population. Apart from the tiger, a number of other animals are also found here, such as Leopard, Blackbuck, Barasingha, Chausingha, Sambar, Barking Deer, Sloth Bear, Gaur, Nilgai, Porcupine, Hyena, Jackal, Mouse Deer, Wild Boar, Langur, etc. The reptile population of Kanha consists of Monitor Lizards, Pythons and other snake species.

Overnight at resort

Day 12: Kanha national park

Get up early morning and start for full day jeep safari at Kanha national park. Evening back at resort and relax. Overnight at resort

Day 13: Kanha - Jabalpur
(168 Kms, 4 hours drive by road) - Delhi (By Air)

After breakfast drive to Jabalpur to catch the flight to Delhi. Arrive Jabalpur and board flight for Delhi. Arrive Delhi and depart for destination ahead with sweet memories of the tour.

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On behalf of Gill and I this is to say a big thank you for a great vacation. rohit and the team in Delhi did a good job in managing the tour. The organisation and service was excellent and everything went without a hitch. I would like to make special mention of ricky...» Read more

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