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Tours in India >> North East India Wildlife Tour
North East India Wildlife Tour
Duration: 22 Nights - 23 Days
Places Covered: Delhi - Sariska - Jaipur - Ranthambore - Bharatpur
- Agra - Khajuraho - Bandhavgarh - Kanha - Nagpur - Bhubaneshwar - Kolkata
- Guwahati - Kaziranga - Guwahati - Delhi
Day 01: Delhi
Begin your tour.
Arrive into Delhi.
Welcome to Vardhman's "North East India Wildlife Tour"!
On arrival in Delhi, you will be met and transferred by Vardhman's representative
to your hotel. Later proceed for the sightseeing of Delhi.
Combined city tour of New & Old Delhi
Visit 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.
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.
Overnight: Hotel
Day 02: Delhi - Sariska
This morning after breakfast drive to Sariska. On arrival check-in at the
hotel. The Sariska Tiger reserve is dominated by sharp cliffs and narrow
valleys of the Aravali mountain ranges.
Sariska National Park: The Sariska tiger reserve is mainly known for its
exotic wildlife. The rich wildlife of the sanctuary includes Tiger, Leopard,
Caracal, Rusty spotted cat, Jungle cat, Four-horned antelope, Sambar, Spotted
deer, Wild boar, Nilgai, Jackal, Hyena, etc.
Overnight: Hotel
Day 03: Sariska - Jaipur
After breakfast drive to Jaipur, enroute visiting the Amber Fort built
by Raja Man Singh, Mirza Raja Jai Singh and Sawai Jai Singh. On arrival,
check-in at the hotel. Later proceed on a City tour of Jaipur.
Experience the wonders of this magicial pink city, as you proceed on a
tour of Amber fort. (optional: Elephant Safari/Price not included). Later
visit the Jagmandir or the Hall of victory glitterning with mirrors, Maharaja's
City Palace and the Observatory. Drive past Hawa Mahal or the Palace of
Winds and through the rose pink residential and business areas of Jaipur.
Overnight: Hotel
Day 04: Jaipur- Ranthambore
In the morning drive down to Sawai Madhopur, popular for the Ranthambore
Tiger Reserve. On arrival, check into your hotel. In Ranthambhore NP sambar,Cheetal,Chinkara,Nilgai,wildboar,&
common langoor provide good spectrum of prey for the Tigers. It is a 514
sqr. Kms. Of unique habitat of dry deciduous forests over 300 species
of birds. Afternoon game viewing by Jeeps Safari.
Overnight: Hotel
Day 05: Ranthambore
Ranthambore National Park: One of the best places to witness the rich
wildlife of India. Situated at the junction of the Aravalli and Vindhya
hill range, the park is spread over an area of approximately 400 sq km.
As far as the origin of the park is concerned, it was declared a wildlife
sanctuary in 1957. Later, in 1981, it was given the status of a National
Park.The Ranthambhore Wildlife Sanctuary of India remains open every year
from October to Mid June.
Full day game viewing inside the jungle. (Two safaris)
Overnight : Hotel
Day 06: Ranthambore
Spend the day at the national park observing the large herds of Sambhar,
Chital, Nilgai, Gazelle, Boars, Mongoose, Indian Hare and Monitor Lizards.
Overnight: Hotel
Day 07: Ranthambore - Bharatpur
After breakfast drive to Bharatpur. Upon arrival, check into your hotel.
Bharat Pur Wildlife Sanctuary: Originally a duck shooting preserve of
Maharaja Suraj Mull of Bharatpur, the Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary of Rajasthan
was declared a national park in 1982. Later, in 1985, it was listed as
a World Heritage site by Unesco. At present, the Rajasthan Keoladeo Ghana
National Park serves as one of the chief breeding and feed grounds for
the birds around the world. The Bharat Pur Wildlife Sanctuary, of Rajasthan,
houses approximately 300 species of birds. Amongst them, the most prominent
ones are Painted Storks, Open and Spoon Bills, Egrets, Cormorants, White
Ibis, Jacanas, While Harriers, Fishing Eagles, Pied Kingfisher, etc. However,
the most awaited species of birds is the Siberian Crane. Apart from Iran,
India is the only place where this bird migrates in winter.
Overnight: Hotel
Day 08: Bharatpur
Fullday birdwatching inside the Sanctuary. At this national park you can
also enjoy a boat ride and have a better look at the colonies of birds,
which reside in the interiors of the park.
Overnight: Hotel
Day 09: Bharatpur - Agra
Morning drive to the Romantic City of Taj Mahal- Agra. Enroute visit Fatehpur
Sikri. Check into your hotel upon arrival. Freshen-up and then proceed
to visit the Romantic City.
Visit the Taj Mahal (Closed on Friday) & Tomb of Itmad-ud-Daula, massive
Agra Fort. The elegant buildings inside reflect an interesting synthesis
of Hindu and Central Asian architectural styles. The maze of the courtyards,
mosques & private chambers of the fort echo the story of the Mughal
Empire. The Moti Masjid & other magnificent buildings reflect the
skill of the ancient Indian architects.
Overnight : Hotel
Day 10: Agra -Jhansi- Khajuraho
Morning transfer to railway station to board train for Jhansi
0825 hrs. - Leave for Jhansi by Shatabdi Express
1100 hrs. - Arrive Jhansi and drive to Khajuraho. Check into your hotel
upon arrival. Relax for a while and later visit Khajuraho
Visit the world famous Khajuraho temples were built by the Chandela kings
between 950 AD and 1050 AD. The most important are the Chaunset Yogini
Temple dedicated to Goddess Kali, The Mahadev Temple, Chitragupta or Bharatji
Temple with a lovely image of 11 headed Vishnu, Vishvanath and Nandi Temples,
Lakshmana Temple, Visha Temple of Shiva, which is the largest & most
typical of temples. Visit the Eastern group of temples that consist of
the Parasvanath Temple - the only Jain Temple surviving at Khajuraho and
has excellent sculptures on the outer walls of the Sanctum, the Javeri
Temple dedicated to Vishnu. The other temples in this group are those
dedicated to Brahma, Yamuna and Adinath. Overnight: Hotel
Day 11: Khajuraho- Bandhavgarh
This morning after breakfast drive to Bandhavgarh National Park in Madhya
Pradesh. Check into your hotel upon arrival.
Evening jungle excursion to explore the wildlife, flora and fauna within
the national park.
Overnight: Hotel
Day 12: Bandhavgarh
Bandhavgarh National Park: It is one of the most exotic wildlife destinations
in India. An erstwhile game reserve of the royal family of Rewa, Bandhavgarh
got recognition as a wildlife park in 1968, when the Maharaja of Rewa
bequeathed the park to the Government. Initially the park stretched to
105.40-sq-kms in area, with 25 resident tigers forming its prime attraction.
Visiting Bandhavgarh and trailing tigers on Elephant Safari or cutting
through the jungle tracks in a jeep (Jeep Safari) promises to give you
one of the best wildlife experiences in the state.
A full day game viewing inside the jungle. (Two safaris)
Overnight: Hotel
Day 13: Bandhavgarh - Kanha
Morning drive to Kanha National Park - a tiger reserve that extends over
1945 sq. km. of undulating country in Madhya Pradesh. Evening at leisure.
A full day game viewing inside the jungle. (Two safaris)
Overnight: Hotel
Day 14: Kanha
Full day free to visit the Kanha national Park for wildlife viewing.
Morning and evening jungle excursion, nature walks and Elephant rides
in the National Park and Tiger Reserve in the Mandala district of Madhya
Pradesh.
Overnight: Hotel
Day 15: Kanha
Full day free to visit the Kanha national Park for wildlife viewing.
Morning and evening jungle excursion, nature walks and Elephant rides
to observe the large herds of the rare Barasingha and Swamp deer. .
Overnight: Hotel
Day 16: Kanha - Nagpur
Morning free to visit Kanha National Park.
Later transfer to Nagpur Upon arrival check into your hotel.
Overnight: Hotel
Day 17: Nagpur - Bhubaneshwar
Morning after breakfast transfer to Nagpur airport to board flight for
Bhubaneshwar. Upon arrival at the airport, you will be met and transferred
to your hotel.
Bhubaneswar: It is the capital city of Orissa, is situated in its eastern
side. The city boasts of majestic temples and shrines, which form a major
part of its tourist attractions. It serves as the perfect example of the
fusion of age-old customs and traditions and modern aspirations.
Relax for a while and later proceed on an Excursion to Konark Temple.
Konark Sun temple, UNESCO World Heritage Sites : It is one of the most
popular tourist attractions of Konark. The credit for constructing this
13th century old shrine, dedicated to Sun God, goes to Raja Narsimhadeva
of the Ganga dynasty. Konark Sun Temple has been built in the form of
a gigantic chariot that has 24 wheels. Each of the wheels is nearly 10
feet in diameter. The chariot is drawn by seven horses. The temple, adorned
with intricate and exquisite sculptural work, holds the distinction of
being one of the few UNESCO World Heritage Sites in India.
Overnight: Hotel
Day 18: Bhubaneshwar - Kolkata
On the day 18 of your tour transfer to Bhuwaneshwar airport to catch flight
for Calcutta/Kolkata. Afternoon sightseeing of Calcutta seeing the Indian
Museum, Victoria Memorial Hall, Mother Teresa's Home, Kali Bari and Howrah
Bridge.
Overnight : Hotel
Day 19: Kolkata - Guwahati - Kaziranga
This morning after breakfast transfer to airport to catch flight for Guwahati.
Upon arrival,you will be met and transferred to Kaziranga National Park
by our representative. Check into your hotel for an overnight stay.
Kaziranga National Park : Kaziranaga National Park is lying along the
mighty Brahmaputra river covers an area of about 430-sq-kms. Its swamps
and grasslands with tall thickets of elephant grass and patches of ever
green forest support the largest number of Rhino population in the whole
of Indian subcontinent. Once reached to an alarming point due to hunting
and poaching, this area came under wildlife conservation in 1926 and in
1940, Kaziranga was declared a sanctuary. In Assam, their Rhino habitat
is limited to just two national parks - Kaziranga and Manas.
Overnight : Hotel
Day 20: Kaziranga
Spend the day at the national park where you can see some of the rare
species. Here you will find the Oriental Honey Buzzard, Black-Shouldered
Kite, Black Kite, Brahminy Kite, Pallas's Fishing Eagle, White Tailed
Eagle, Grey-Headed Fishing Eagle, Himalayan Griffon, etc. Huge numbers
of migratory birds descend on the parks lakes and marshy areas during
winters, including Greylag Geese, Bar-Headed Geese, Ruddy Shelduck, Gadwall,
Falcated Duck, Red-Crested Pochard and Northern Shoveller.
Overnight: Hotel
Day 20: Kaziranga
Full day free to visit Kaziranga National Park. Enjoy morning and evening
jungle rides (Jeep/Elephant), nature walks.
Overnight : Hotel
Day 21: Kaziranga
Full day free to visit Kaziranga National Park. Enjoy morning and evening
jungle rides (Jeep/Elephant), nature walks.
Overnight : Hotel
Day 22: Kaziranga - Guwahati -Delhi
After having breakfast,drive to Guwahati airport to board flight for Delhi.
Upon arrival at Delhi airport, you will be transferred to your hotel by
our representative. Relax for the remaining part of the day.
Overnight : Hotel
Day 23: Delhi Departure
This morning after breakfast transfer to Delhi International airport to
board flight for your onward destination to back home with sweet and unforgettable
memories of your "North East India Wildlife Tour" tour escorted
by Vardhman Vacations.
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