Tigers and Temple Tour (ST 10/04)
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| Destination: |
Delhi, Bharatpur, Ranthambhore, Sawai, Madhopur, Katni, Bandhavgarh, Khajuraho, Varanasi. |
| Duration: |
14 Days - 13 Nights |
| Dates: |
Departure London: [21 February 2010]
Arrival London: [06 March 2010] |
01 Day
Leave London Heathrow
02 Day
Arrive Delhi
Upon Arrival at Delhi Indira Gandhi Internationa l Airport you are met by our Representative and he will transfer you in a private coach to your pre booked hotel.
Later Combined city tour of New and Old Delhi Visiting
Qutab Minar - built by Qutab-Ud-Din Aibek is among the tallest and famous minaret in the world. This minaret is 234 feet high and the highest individual tower in the world. It can be seen from most part of the city.
India Gate - built in commemoration of more than 80,000 Indian soldiers who were killed during World War I. The monument is an imposing 42 meters high arch and was designed by the famous architect Edwin Lutyens
Humayun’s Tomb - one of the remarkable structures of the Mughal Empire in India It was the first garden tomb on the Indian subcontinent
Rashtrapati Bhawan – It is the official residence of President of India. This palatial building was the erstwhile residence of the British Viceroy
Raj Ghat – Raj Ghat is the cremation ground of Mahatm a Gandhi - the Father of the Nation
Red Fort – known by that name because of the red stone with which it is built. Its is also known as Lal Quila It was from here that the British deposed the last Mughal ruler, Bhadur Shah Zafar, marking the end of the three century long Mughal rule
Jama Masjid – The Largest mosque of India. The main prayer hall of the Jama Masjid is made up of high cusped arches and marble domes. Jama Masjid has three gateways, four towers and two minarets
Overnight stay at the Hotel
03 Day
Delhi - Bharatpur (By Private Coach)
Today Morning Breakfast at the Hotel
After breakfast leave by private car for Bharatpur. Bharatpur is famous for its Bird sanctuary and National Park. Is located in the northern state of Rajasthan is also known as Keoladeo Ghana National Park.
Afternoon visit the park by Cycle rickshaw to watch the reserve bosts of river 300 species of resident and migratory birds in the park
Overnight at the hotel
04 Day
Bharatpur - Ranthambhore (By Private Coach)
After breakfast at the hotel leave by private car for Ranthambore.
Upon arrival in Ranthambore check in at your pre booked Hotel Ranthambore - is one of the largest and most famous National parks in Northern India. It is surrounded by Banas River in the north and Chambal River in the south of the park. Ranthambore is popular for its Tiger Reserve. This National Park was the hunting place for the Maharaja’s of Jaipur before independence.
Upon arrival in Ranthambore check in at your pre booked Hotel
Overnight stay at the Hotel
05 Day
Ranthambore
Morning and Afternoon spent visiting the Park. Here you can spot various wild animals which include tiger, wild buffalos, leopard, wild boar, hyena, and sloth bear. The park also has lot of trees, plants and different species of birds.
Overnight stay at the Hotel
06 Day
Ranthambore
Morning and Afternoon spent visiting the Park. Here you can spot various wild animals which include tiger, wild buffalos, leopard, wild boar, hyena, and sloth bear. The park also has lot of trees, plants and different species of birds.
Overnight stay at the Hotel
07 Day
Ranthambore – Sawai Madhopur (By Private Coach)
Sawai Madhopur – Katni (By Overnight Train)
Today you are transferred by Private Coach for Sawai Madhopur. Upon arrival at Sawai Madhopur you are transferred to Railway Station to board Overnight Train for Katni
Overnight stay in the Train
08 Day
Arrive Katni – Bandhavgarh (By Private Coach 90 Kms, 2 Hrs Drive)
Upon arrival at Katni Railway Station you are met and transferred by Private Coach for Bandhavgarh. Bandhavgarh – is situated in the Vindhya Hills of Madhya Pradesh. It is one of the few national parks of Indian Wildlife where you can spot the Royal Bengal Tiger. Maharaja Martand Singh of Rewa captured a white tiger in this region in 1951. This white tiger is now stuffed and on display in the palace of the Maharajas of Rewa. Upon arrival in Bandhavgarh check in at your pre booked Hotel
Overnight at the Hotel
09 Day
Bandhavgarh
Morning and Afternoon spent visiting the park
Overnight at the Hotel

10Day
Bandhavgarh
Morning and Afternoon spent visiting the park
Overnight at the Hotel
11Day
Bandhavgarh – Khajuraho (By Private Coach)
After breakfast leave by Private Coach for Khajuraho. Upon arrival in Khajuraho check in at your pre booked Hotel
Khajuraho is famous for the temple city of central India, is famous throughout the world for its exquisitely carved temples in stones.
Afternoon tour of the spectacular ninth to thirteenth century temples of Khajuraho, built by Chandela kings, the temples are exquisitely carved with graceful statues and frieze Gods and Goddesses.
Overnight at the Hotel
12D
Khajuraho – Varanasi (By Flight)
Today you are transferred to Khajuraho Airport to board flight for Varanasi. Upon arrival in Varanasi Airport you are met and transferred to your pre booked Hotel.
Varanasi is situated on the west bank of the River Ganges. The culture of Varanasi is closely associated with the River Ganges and the river's religious importance. The city has been a cultural and religious centre in northern India for several thousand years. In the afternoon proceed to the village of Sarnath on the outskirts of town. is the place where Buddha chose to deliver his first sermon. The celebrated Mantra, 'Buddham Sharanam Gachhami, owes its origin to Sarnath.. Visit the Park and Museum. Sarnath was made center of Buddhist worship by the emperor Ashoka in the 3rd century BC. We will visit the Main Shrine and Ashoka's Pillar. In the Archaeological Museum we will see the beautifully carved capital from the pillar along with many other priceless Buddhist artifacts.
Overnight at the Hotel
13D
Varanasi – Delhi (By Flight)
Early morning Boat Ride on the river Ganges Varanasi is the city where the Hindu faithful come to bathe in the sacred waters of the Ganges. The Ganges is the most sacred andvenerated river in India. There is a number of Ghats in the bank of the river. For thousands of years people have been thronging these Ghats to offer their morning prayers to the rising sun. Besides the ritualistic aspects of Hinduism (thread ceremony, head shaving food to the departed souls etc) Later transferred to Varanasi Airport to board flight for Delhi Upon arrival in Delhi airport you are met and transferred to your pre booked Hotel
Overnight at the Hotel
14D
Delhi – London (By Flight)
Today you are transferred to Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport to board flight for your London
| Dates |
| Departure London |
Arrival London |
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| Cost |
Cost for the above mentioned Programme on Single Room Basis Sterling Pounds 1985 Per Person
Deduction for Twin Sharing Sterling Pounds 365
Group Size 08 – 15 Person |
| Tour Includes |
- Accommodation on Single Room basis with breakfast.
- Ranthambore and Bandhavgarh on Jungle Plan Basis. (Accommodation on all meals Basis + Park Rides)
- All Transfers by Private Air-Conditioned Coach with Company Executive.
- All City Tours as mentioned.
- Private Air-conditioned Coach with driver for Round Trip.
- Use of Local English speaking Guide for City Tours
- Entrances to Monuments.
- Second Class Air Conditioned Train Ticket for Sawai Madhopur - Katni
- Domestic flight in economy class for Khajuraho – Varanasi - Delhi
- Return International flight in economy class Ex London Heathrow
- Airport Taxes
- Use of Indian English Speaking Company’s Escort
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| Tour does not Includes |
- Travel Insurance of any kind
- Expenses of Personal nature
- Meals-Lunch and Dinner
- Camera and Video charges
- Tips
- Any other Expenses that are not mentioned above
- India Visa Charges
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