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Taj Mahal & Tiger Trails
Duration
11 Nights / 12 Days
Places Covered
Delhi - Jaipur - Agra - Umaria - Bandhavgarh - Khajuraho - Varanasi - Delhi
Overview
Taj Mahal & Tiger Trails
Taj Mahal and Tiger Trail Tours are the two best tour packages that portray the richness of nature and architectural beauty of India. Taj Mahal Tours with Tigers trail have always been a subject of fascination for every people around the world. The Taj Mahal tiger trail tour is an exciting travel package which comprises historical city visit of Delhi, Agra and Jaipur. With this Tiger Trail with Taj Mahal tours you will get the chance to explore the magnificent Taj Mahal along with Tiger trails in wildlife sanctuaries. This Taj Mahal and Tiger Trail Tour package is also filled with other activities such as the royal tiger viewing, jeep safari in jungles, wild bird watching and nature walking trips.
Tour Itinerary
Day 1 Delhi
Begin your Tour. Arrive into DelhiWelcome to Vardhman's
"Taj Mahal & Tiger Trails Tour"!On arrival in Delhi, you
will be met and transferred by Vardhman's representative
to your hotel. DELHI, the capital of kingdoms and empires
is now a sprawling metropolis with a fascinating blend of
the past and the present. It is a perfect introduction to
the composite culture of an ancient land. A window to the
kaleidoscope - that is India.
Rest for a while and then, proceed for a half-day tour of
the city.Combined city tour of New Delhi & Old Delhi Visit
Red Fort, built in 1648 by Mughal Emperor Shahjehan, Jama
Masjid, one of the largest Mosque of India, Raj Ghat and
Shanti Vana, the cremation sites of Mahatama Gandhi and
Jawaharlal Nehru. Also drive past Chandni Chowk, shopping
centre of Old Delhi.Proceed on a tour of the city, which
includes the main attraction like Qutab Minar, Humayun's
tomb, Lakshminarayan Temple, a modern Hindu Temple,
Parliament House, Government Secretarial Building and
Connaught place, the shopping centre of New
Delhi.Overnight: Hotel
Overnight : Hotel
Day 2 Delhi - Jaipur
This morning drive to Jaipur. JAIPUR - The origins of the
beautiful city of Jaipur can be traced back to the
eighteenth century, during the reign of Jai Singh II who
ascended the Amber throne in 1699. Jaipur today,
epitomizes the spirit of Rajputana. In-spite of growing
into a bustling metropolis, it still retains its character
and history - A beautiful fusion of the yesteryears and
modernity. It is popularly known as the Pink City because
of the extensive use of the locally abundant pink
plastered stone, painted so in honor of the visit of the
royal consort of Queen Victoria. Jaipur thrills the soul
with its massive forts, magnificent palaces, exquisite
temples and lush gardens. Upon arrival, check into your
hotel. Fresen up a bit and then proceed on tour of Pink
City-Jaipur. Visit City Palace, Jantar Mantar, Hawa Mahal
etc.
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. Their
five-storey structures 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.
Overnight : Hotel
Day 3 Jaipur - Agra
This morning after breakfast proceed for excursion to
Amber Fort in the outskirts of Jaipur. You can enjoy
Elephant ride ascent to the fort.
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. Later drive to the Romatic city
of Taj Mahal-
Agra. 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 a
visitor to Agra is caught up in a world of contrasting
edifices, of red sandstone and white marble, narrow
galleys and quaint buggies, and that irresistible charm
that this favorite 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 introduce the visitor to
the wafting aroma of Mughlai cuisine. Enroute visit
Fatehpur Sikri. The deserted, red Sandstone City, Emperor
Akbar built that as his capital and palace in the late
16th century is an exhilarating experience. It a veritable
fairytale city and its "ruins" are in pristine condition
... it's not hard to imagine what the court life must have
been like in the days of its grandeur. Also visit the
Buland Darwaza, the largest gateway in the world.
Continue towards Agra and reach by the evening. Check into
the hotel and relax for the remaining part of the day
Overnight : Hotel
Day 4 Agra - Umaria
Early in the morning visit Taj Mahal.Return to the hotel
for breakfast. TAJ MAHAL: Little needs to be said about
this architectural wonder which is always the soul
raison-de-etre for every tourist's visit to Agra. Built by
Shah Jahan, the Taj is a white marble memorial to his
beautiful wife Mumtaz Mahal. This monument took 22 years
to be completed and was designed, and planned by Persian
architect Ustad Isa. Apart from it's stunning design
balance and perfect symmetry, the Taj is also noted
particularly for its elegant domes, intricately carved
screens and some of the best inlay work ever seen.
Later proceed on a city tour of Agra. Visit Agra Fort,
Itmadullah's tomb
AGRA FORT - Built by the famed Mughal emperor Akbar in
1565 AD, the fort is predominantly of red sandstone.
Ensconced within is the picture perfect Pearl Mosque,
which is a major tourist attraction. Visit Itmadullah's
Tomb built by Empress NOOR JEHAN in memory of her father
(The interiors of which are considered better than the
Taj). Later in the evening transfer to Agra Cant Railway
station to catch overnight train for UMARIA. Overnight:
Hotel
Overnight : Hotel
Day 5 Umaria-Bandhavgarh
Arrive Umaria railway station and you will be met and
transferred to Bandhavgarh by our representative to your
hotel. Relax for a while and later visit Bandhavgarh
National Park.
Bandhavgarh is set among the Vindhya hills of Madhya
Pradesh with an area of 168sq miles (437sq km) it contains
a wide variety of habitats and a high density of game,
including a large number 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 on display in the Palace of Maharaja of Rewa. Prior to
becoming a National Park, the forests around Bandhavgarh
had long been maintained as a Shikargah, or game preserve
of the Maharaja of Rewa. There are 32 hills in this part
of the park, which has a large natural fort at its center.
The fort's cliffs are 2625 feet (800 meters) high, 1000
feet (300 meters) above the surrounding countryside. Over
half the area is covered by Sal forest although on the
upper slope it is replaced by mixed forest of sal, saj,
dhobin, and saja. This park is closed during the breeding
season, which coincides with the monsoon (July-October).
Bandhavgarh is justifiably famous for its Tigers, but it
has a wide range of other game. 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 more scarce and the undergrowth dies
back.
Overnight : Hotel
Day 6 Bandhavgarh
Full day free to visit the Bandhavgarh National Park.(Two
safaris)
Overnight : Hotel
Day 7 Bandhavgarh
Full day free to visit the Bandhavgarh National Park.(Two
safaris)
Overnight : Hotel
Day 8 Bandhavgarh - Khajuraho
After breakfast at the hotel proceed to Khajuraho. Reach
and check into your hotel. Khajuraho, is situated in the
heart of India, in the state of Madhya Pradesh, Khajuraho
is a fascinating village with a quaint, rural ambience and
a rich cultural heritage, honored by the world as India's
unique contribution to human civilization. The Chandela
dynasty built eighty-five temples here. Only twenty remain
as embodiments of Indian architectural and sculptural art
at its most evolved state. Even ten centuries after they
were constructed, the temples of Khajuraho reflect an
eternal philosophy relevant to mankind. The temple of
Khajuraho is a world heritage site and belongs not just to
India but to the world. The nearby Panna national park is
a project tiger park making the area a unique combination
of outstanding cultural and natural heritage - one of the
few millennium destinations of the world. Explore the
village in the evening. Visit SHILPAGRAM.
Overnight : Hotel
Day 9 Khajuraho - Varanasi
This morning after a Lesiurely breakfast proceed on a tour
of the famous temples of Khajuraho.Later transfer to the
airport to catch flight for Varanasi. Upon arrival at
Varanasi, you will be met and transferred to hotel.
Varanasi is the World's most ancient living city. Sunrise
on the riverfront, as seen from a boat, can be spiritually
uplifting sight. Crowded with temples, and its labyrinth
of streets, the city attracts the maximum number of
tourists. The religious capital of Hinduism, Varanasi is
the carpet-manufacturing place of India. It was previously
known as Kashi - the city that illuminates. The present
name is derived from the fact that the city is at the
confluence of the rivers Varuna and Asi.
Overnight : Hotel
Day 10 Varanasi
Drive early morning to Daswamedh Ghat and take a boat ride
(at your own cost) on the sacred river Ganges to see the
cremation Ghats and witness the living traditions of one
of the world's oldest and most important religions. (To
start at 0500 hrs. for the best lifetime experience).
Thousands of faithful come daily to the banks to bathe and
pray while in the background, temples and palaces rise in
tiers from the water's edge.Then return for a walk through
the cobblestone streets along the banks of "Ganga". Also
visit the Kashi Vishwanath Temple , Gyanvapi Mosque and
Benaras Hindu
Overnight : Hotel
Day 11 Varanasi - Delhi
Half day Excursion to SARNATH. Sarnath - 5 miles out of
Varanasi for a day excursion: One of the holiest Buddhist
sites in the world, where Buddha preached his first Sermon
in 590 BC. Witness the ruins of a once flourishing
Buddhist monastery and then visit a fine Museum which
houses an excellent collection of Buddhist art and
sculptures found at the site.
Later in the afternoon transfer to airport to catch flight
for Delhi. Reach Delhi and you will be transferred to
hotel by our representative. Relax for the remaining part
of the day.
Overnight : Hotel
Day 12 Delhi: Departure
This morning after breakfast proceed for a full-day tour
of Old & New Delhi. OLD DELHI - A sight-seeing tour of Old
Delhi would entail visiting 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 Mughal Empire. Enjoy a
cycle rickshaw ride (at your own cost) from Jama Masjid to
Chandni Chowk. NEW DELHI - An extensive sight-seeing tour
of New Delhi would include a visit to the Humayun's Tomb,
the Qutub Minar, a drive along the ceremonial avenue -
Rajpath, past the imposing India Gate, Parliament House,
the President's Residence and would end with a drive
through the Diplomatic Enclave.
Later in the evening transfer to the airport to catch
flight to back home with sweet and unforgettable memories
of your "Taj Mahal & Tiger Trails Tour" escorted by
Vardhman Vacations.
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