Wildlife Tour of India

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Travel Duration: 19 Nights & 20 Days
Covered Destinations: Delhi - Corbett - Delhi - Ranthambhore - Bharatpur - Agra - Bandhavgarh - Kanha - Jabalpur - Delhi

Detailed Travel Plan:

Day 01: Delhi

On your arrival, our representative will meet you at the airport holding the paging board of your name. He will transfer you to the hotel and assist you to check in at the hotel.

DELHI, the capital of kingdoms and empires is now an expansive metropolis with an attractive mix of the past and the present. It is a perfect example of the composite culture of an ancient land. It can be said to be a window to the kaleidoscope - that is India.

Your overnight stay will be at the hotel in Delhi.

Day 02: Delhi Corbett
By Surface: 300 Kms/ 07 Hrs*

After breakfast, you will leave Delhi for Corbett National Park by private car with a good driver. You will be driven to Quality Inn Jungle Resort for late lunch.

Corbett National Park: Corbett Tiger Reserve is India's first and one of her best Tiger Reserves. The park was built in 1936 as Hailey National Park. Later in the year 1957, it was renamed in the honor of the legendary hunter turned naturalist, author and photographer, major Jim Corbett.

Sitting in the foothills of the majestic Himalayas, Corbett occupies upper ferai region in the state of Uttaranchal, sprawling across an area of 1318.54 sq kms. Corbett has about 110 species of trees, 51 of shrubs and 33 of bamboo and grass.

You are likely to spot ferocious animals like Tigers, Leopards, Elephants, Wild Boar, Chittal, Sambhar, Gharial and many others.

Your overnight stay will be at the hotel in Corbett.

Day 3: Corbett

You have full day game viewing inside the jungle (two safaris morning and evening).

Stay overnight at the hotel.

Day 04: Corbett

Another full day dedicated for game viewing inside the jungle (two safaris morning and evening).

Stay overnight at the hotel.

Day 05: Corbett Delhi Sawai Madhopur (Ranthambhore)
By Surface: 290 KMS / 06 HRS
By Train: Kota Janshatabdi {2060(Dep: 1315, Arr: 1800) After early breakfast at the hotel, you will drive to Delhi to catch a train to Sawai Madhopur. On arrival in Ranthambhore, you will meet the Castle & Kings representative at the station. He will immediately transfer you to the hotel to help you check-in there.

Ranthambhore is a national park and tiger reserve in Rajasthan, the western state of India. It is located in Sawai Madhopur district of south-eastern Rajasthan, about 130 km from Jaipur, which is a destination for airport too. The closest town and railway station is located at Sawai Madhopur which is about 11 kilometers away. The park is located on the edge of a plateau. It is surrounded by the Banas River in the north and by the Chambal River in the south. There are several lakes in the park. It is named for the historic Ranthambore fortress, which lies within the national park. The park covers an area of 392 km. Recognised specially for its tiger population, the park is also one of India's Project Tiger reserves. It is a delight to spot other ferocious wildlife species of the leopard, dhole, wild pig, sambar`, chital and the gaur too.

Stay overnight at the hotel.

Day 06: Ranthambhore

You have full day game viewing inside the jungle (two safaris morning and evening).

Stay overnight at the hotel.

Day 07: Ranthambhore

Do have fun with full day game viewing in the park (two safaris morning and evening).

Stay overnight at the hotel.

Day 08: Ranthambhore

Take delight in yet another full day game viewing in the park (two safaris morning and evening).

Stay overnight at the hotel.

Day 09: Ranthambhore - Bharatpur
By Surface: 225 KMS / 05 HRS

After breakfast at the hotel, you will be driven to Bharatpur. On arrival in Bharatpur, you will be received by Castle & Kings representative at the hotel. He will help you in check-in and provide schedule for the sightseeing.

Bharatpur is most famous for its bird sanctuary known as Keoladeo Ghana National Park. The park is frequented for its rare species of birds and a rich wildlife. Bharatpur is also visited for attraction like the Bharatpur palace and museum, temples, and Lohargarh fort. Apart from these, there are a number of other places also to see around Bharatpur.

In the evening, a short walk to the Jungle to observe the roosting of large bird swarms.

Stay overnight at the hotel.

Day 10: Bharatpur

Take a boat ride to the nesting colonies of birds to hear the cacophony of sounds produced by the resident birds that feed and breed on the rich aquatic harvest.

Enjoy evening at leisure in the hotel.

Stay overnight at the hotel.

Day 11: Bharatpur - Agra - Umaria
By Surface: 51 KMS / 02 HRS
BY TRAIN: UTAKAL GANGA EXPRESS (DEP: 1820, ARR: 0500 NEXT DAY)

After breakfast at the hotel, you will be taken on drive to Agra for sightseeing tour.

AGRA: Two great Mughal monarchs, Akbar and Shah Jahan, transformed the little village of Agra into a befitting second capital of the Mughal Empire - giving it the name Dar-ul-Khilafat {seat of the Emperor}. Today, while you visit Agra, you will be hooked on to its world of contrasting edifices built of red sandstone and white marble, slender galleys and ancient buggies, and that irresistible charm that this favourite city of the Mughals still retains. It is not surprising, that modern Agra still reflects its Mughal heritage most conspicuously. A walk down the narrow bustling streets of the city will get you closer to the fleeting aroma of Mughlai cuisine.

Pay a visit to the Taj Mahal in the morning and then again take up a sightseeing tour this time to The Agra Fort. The fort was erected by Akbar in1565 Ad. It is red-sandstone beauty and consists of a famous pearl mosque. It is believed that from here Shah Jahan imprisoned by his son Aurangzeb looked across the Yamuna River in the last few days of his life. At the Taj Mahal, you will also come across Itmadullah's Tomb. It is known as the Baby Taj Mahal. It was constructed between 1622 and 1626 Ad by Nur Jahan who was the wife of Jahangir. She built it in memory of her father Ghias-ud-Din-Beg. From Itmadullahs Tomb a wonderful view of the River and the public laundry can be seen which is very interesting.

Board the Train (UTAKAL GANGA EXPRESS) from Agra. It will depart at 18:20 hrs. Reach Umaria at 05:00 hrs the next day.

Overnight would be on the train.

Day 12: UMARIA - BANDAVGARH
BY SURFACE: 33 KMS / 45 MIN

On arrival in Umaria, you will be received at the Station by the Castle & King representative. He will transfer you to Bandavgarh on an immediate basis and help you in check-in to the resort.

Bandavgarh is a new National Park with a very long history. Set amidst the Vindhya hills of Madhya Pradesh covering an area of 168sq miles (437sq km), the park is famous for the rich variety of the habitats. The park is specially visited to take in the abundance of the exotic wildlife, comprising several species of Tigers. This is also the White tiger country. These have been found in the old state of Rewa for Many years. Maharaja Martand Singh captured the last known in 1951. This white Tiger, Mohun is now stuffed and kept on display in the Palace of Maharaja of Rewa. Prior to becoming a National Park, the forests around Bandavgarh had long been maintained as a Shikargah, or game preserve of the Maharaja of Rewa. It was the Maharaja (emperor) and his invitees who carried out hunting in the jungle. Otherwise the wildlife was well protected here. It was considered a good omen for Maharaja of Rewa to shoot 109 tigers. His Highness Maharaja Venkat Raman Singh shot 111 Tigers by 1914.

You will come to know that the region is blessed with 32 hills and flaunts a large natural fort in the centre. The cliffs of the fort are 2625 feet (800 meters) in height, and found at an elevation of 1000 feet (300 meters) from the surrounding countryside. Over half of the area is covered by Sal forest. During winter, the temperature (Nov-mid-February) varies from almost freezing at night to around 68 degree Fahrenheit in the daytime. Summer nights are also cooler than the daytime temperatures which rise to 104 degree Fahrenheit. This park does not allow entry during the breeding season, which coincides with the monsoon (July-October). The park witnesses the rainfall that averages about 50 inches (120cm) per year.

In the afternoon, you will be taken on safari in the jungle.

Overnight stay will be at the resort.

Day 13: Bandhavgarh

After breakfast at the hotel, proceed for the full day game viewing inside the jungle which includes two safaris.

Bandavgarh has been a centre of human activity and settlement for over 2000 years, and there are references to it in the ancient books, the Narad-Panch Ratra and the Shiva Purana. Legend has it that Lord Rama, an epic Hindu character of the Ramayana, stopped at Bandavgarh on his way back to his homeland after defeating the demon King Ravana of Lanka. Two monkey architects, who had engineered a bridge between the isle of Lanka and the mainland, are said to have built Bandavgarhs Fort. Later Rama handed it over to his brother Lakshmana who became known as Bandavdhish The Lord of the Fort. Today, the fort is dedicated to Lord Lakshmana, who is regularly worshipped in a temple there.

The oldest sign of habitation in the park are caves dug into the sandstone to the north of the fort. The caves have Brahmi inscriptions as old as the 1st century BC. Various dynasties have ruled the fort, for example, the Maghas from the 1st century AD, the Vakatakas from the 3rd century AD. From that time onwards Bandavgarh was ruled by a succession of dynasties including the Chandela Kings of Bundelkhand who built the famous temples at Khajuraho. The Baghel Kings, the direct ancestors of the present Royal family of Rewa, established their dynasty at Bandavgarh in the 12th century. The town served as the capital to this dynasty till 1617, when the centre of court life moved to Rewa, 75 miles (120Kms) to the north. Without royal patronage Bandavgarh became more and more deserted until forest overran the area and it became the royal hunting reserve. This helped to preserve the forest and its wildlife. It is different though that the Maharajas used their rights to the fullest here. Each set out to kill the auspicious number of 109 Tigers.

At independence, Bandavgarh remained the private property of the Maharaja until he gave it to the state for the formation of the National Park in 1968. After the creation of the park, the issue of poaching was also brought under control which in turn led to the dramatic rise of the number of animals. Small dams and water holes were built to solve the problem of water shortage. Grazing by local cattle was stopped and the village within the park boundaries was relocated. The Tigers in particular prospered and the 1986 extension provided much needed forest to accommodate them.

Bandavgarh is justifiably famous for its Tigers. However, it houses a vast variety of other wildlife too. The undergrowth is not as dense as in some northern terai forests, but the best time to see the park inhabitants is still the summer months when water becomes scarcer and the undergrowth dies back.

Overnight stay will be at the resort.

Day 14: Bandhavgarh

After breakfast at the hotel, you will go for a full day wildlife viewing in the park. For this, two safari tours will be arranged over the day.

Enjoy evening at leisure in the hotel.

Overnight stay will be at the resort.

Day 15: Bandhavgarh

After early breakfast at the hotel, you will drive to Delhi to catch a train to Sawai Madhopur. On arrival in Ranthambhore, you will meet the Castle & Kings representative at the station. He will immediately transfer you to the hotel to help you check-in there.

Ranthambhore is a national park and tiger reserve in Rajasthan, the western state of India. It is located in Sawai Madhopur district of south-eastern Rajasthan, about 130 km from Jaipur, which is a destination for airport too. The closest town and railway station is located at Sawai Madhopur which is about 11 kilometers away. The park is located on the edge of a plateau. It is surrounded by the Banas River in the north and by the Chambal River in the south. There are several lakes in the park. It is named for the historic Ranthambore fortress, which lies within the national park. The park covers an area of 392 km. Recognised specially for its tiger population, the park is also one of India's Project Tiger reserves. It is a delight to spot other ferocious wildlife species of the leopard, dhole, wild pig, sambar`, chital and the gaur too.

Stay overnight at the hotel.

Day 16: Bandhavgarh Kanha
By Surface: 240 KMS / 06 HRS

After breakfast at the hotel, you will be driven to Kanha National Park. On arrival in Kanha, you will check in at the Kanha Jungle Resort.

Kanha: Kanha Tiger Reserve comprises parts of the Mandla, Balaghat, Kwardha and Dinodor districts of the Indian state of Madhya Pradesh. It is located in the Malkal hills of the Satpura hill range. Kanha is world famous for its rich variety of flora and fauna. The Reserve is an excellent interspersion of the Dadars garassy expanses, dense forest and riverine forest. The diversity of the rich habitat of the Reserve supports abundant animal communities and the lesser life forms. The Reserve is mainly acclaimed for its typical Central Indian Fauna. Kanha has created a niche for itself for saving the endangered Central Indian Barasingha (Cervus duvauceli branderi) from extinction and harboring the only population of this deer species in the World. Phen Wildlife sanchary (Phen WLS) in the North East of Kanha has been made the mini satellite core of the Reserve.

In the evening, you will have an exciting experience of Jungle excursion.

Overnight stay will be at the resort.

Day 17: Kanha

Enjoy morning and evening jungle excursion, nature walks and Elephant rides in the National Park and Tiger Reserve. The park was built in 1955 by a special law and, since then, it has dedicated itself in preserving a variety of animal species. Many endangered species have indeed been saved here. Today, Kanha is recognized among the few most scenic and beautiful wildlife reserves in Asia. Better known as the 'Tiger Country', this park is an ideal haven for both predator and prey. Some of the most appealing features of this region are the open grassy meadows, where you can sight the blackbuck, swamp deer, sambhar and chital. And, if one can transcend into time, a barefooted Mowgli would perhaps come padding along the dusty trail, for this is the land of Kipling's Jungle Book.

Overnight stay will be at the resort.

Day 18: Kanha

Set out for morning and evening jungle excursion. Enjoy nature walks and Elephant rides to view the herds of the exotic species of Barasingha (Twelve Horned deer) and Swamp deer. The park is also a place to spot tiger, bison, gaur, sambhar, chital, barasingha, barking deer, black deer, black buck, chousingha, nilgai, mouse deer, sloth bear, jackal fox, porcupine, hyena, jungle cat, python, pea fowl, hare, monkey, mongoose, tiger, and leopard. The birds species that can be found in the park are storks, teals, pintails, pond herons, egrets, peacock, pea fowl, jungle fowl, spur fowl, partridges, quails, ring doves, spotted parakeets, green pigeons, rock pigeons, cuckoos, papihas, rollers, bee-eater, hoopoes, drongos, warblers, kingfishers, woodpeckers, finches, orioles, owls, and fly catchers. However, among all, the park at Kanha is still recognized for housing the exotic species of barasingha, or the swamp deer. The barasinghas at Kanha are unique, being the hard ground variety, which populate the large open tracts of grass amidst the forests of teak and bamboo. Twenty years ago, the barasingha was faced with extinction but some strong measures including the fencing-off of some animals helped save them and again the air in Kanha bugle with their rutting calls. Overnight stay will be at the Resort.

Overnight stay will be at the Resort.

Day 19: Kanha

After breakfast at the hotel, leave for exciting full day game viewing inside the jungle which includes two safaris.

Enjoy evening at leisure in the hotel.

Overnight stay will be at the resort.

Day 20: Kanha Jabalpur - Delhi
By Surface: 195 KMS / 05 HRS
By flight: DN 524, (Dep: 09:15, Arr: 11:15)

After breakfast at the hotel, you will be driven to Jabalpur. On arrival in Jabalpur, you will be transferred to the airport to catch the flight to Delhi. Upon arrival, you will meet Castle and King Inc representative and leave for the sightseeing city tour of Old and New Delhi.

OLD DELHI - A sightseeing tour of Old Delhi includes visit to the Raj Ghat - the memorial site where Mahatma Gandhi was cremated; Jama Masjid - the largest mosque in India and the Red Fort - once the most opulent fort and palace of the Moghul Empire.

Take delight in the Cycle rickshaw ride from Jama Masjid to Chandni Chowk.

NEW DELHI - An extensive sightseeing tour of New Delhi will be incomplete without a visit to the Humayun Tomb and the Qutub Minar. You will also drive along the ceremonial avenue - Rajpath, past the imposing India Gate, Parliament House and the President Residence. The tour will come to an end with a drive through the Diplomatic Enclave.

Late in the evening, you will be taken to the DANCES OF INDIA SHOW. After the show, you will attend a FAREWELL DINNER. After dinner, our company representative will transfer you to the International airport for the flight back home.

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