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The Lure of Jungle
Duration: 13 Nights - 14 Days
Places Covered: Delhi - Sariska - Ranthambore - Jaipur - Bharatpur
- Fatehpur Sikri- Agra - Corbett National Park - Dhikala -Corbett National
Park - Delhi
Day 1: Delhi
Begin your tour
Arrive into Delhi
Welcome to Vardhman's "The Lure of Jungle"!
On arrival in Delhi, you will be met and transferred by Vardhman's representative
to your hotel. Relax for a while and then proceed on a city tour.
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 2: Delhi - Sariska
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 3: Sariska
Morning free to visit the Sariska sanctuary to view wildlife (One Safari).
Later in the afternoon visit Sariska Palace, Kankwari Fort etc.
Sariska Palace
Maharaja Jai Singh of Alwar built the Sariska palace to serve as their
lodge during their hunting trips. The main attractions of the palace consist
of extensive lawns, beautiful antique furniture and photographs of the
1920's Royal Shikar (hunting trips). The palace has now been converted
into a heritage hotel.
Kankwari Fort
Dating back to the time of the Mughals, Kankwari Fort is the only fort
in Sariska. The fort towers above a hill, providing an overview of the
Kankwari plateau and the Gujjar villages around it. Showing a Mughal connection
with Sariska, this historic monument has some history attached to it.
As per the historical records, Aurangzeb imprisoned the eldest son of
Shahjahan, his elder brother, Prince Dara Shikoh here. However, the fort
now stands mostly in ruins, because of a lack of proper maintenance. If
lucky, you may spot Leopards roaming around this area to find some food
and solitude.
Return back to the hotel for an overnight stay.
Overnight : Hotel
Day 4: Sariska - Ranthambore
On the day 4 of your tour drive to Ranthambore. 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 5: 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 6: Ranthambore - Jaipur
Morning drive to Samode. Upon arrival, check into your hotel. Relax for
a while and in the evening a visit to Chokni Dhani.
Overnight : Hotel
Day 7: Jaipur - Bharatpur
City tour of Jaipur
This morning you will experience the wonders of this magicial pink city,
as you proceed on a tour of Amber fort. Later visit the Jagmandir or the
Hall of victory glitterning with mirrors, Maharaja's City Palace and the
Observatory, the waterpalace, Laksmi Narayan-tempel, Jantar Mantar (Brihat
Samrat Yantra). Drive past Hawa Mahal or the Palace of Winds and through
the rose pink residential and business areas of Jaipur.
Later drive to Bharatpur. Upon arrival, check into your hotel for an overnight
stay.
Overnight : Hotel
Day 8: Bharatpur
Fullday birdwatching inside the Sanctuary.
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 9: Bharatpur -Fatehpur Sikri- 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 - Corbett National Park
Early morning after a leisurely breakfast drive to Corbett National Park.
On arrival transfer to your hotel for an overnight stay.
Jim Corbett National Park used to be just another Himalayan forest until
in 1936 it was demarcated as a reserve area by the British Government.
Jim Corbett Park is spread over 520 sq kms and is covered with huge stretches
of Savannah type grasslands and Sal forests. In 1957 this place was renamed
as Jim Corbett National Park from Hailey national Park. It was declared
as an almost exclusive Tiger Reserve on 1st April 1973 with the help of
World Wildlife Fund. Since the place is situated on the lower Himalayan
belt of vegetation, it is an eco-tourism spot too.
Overnight : Hotel
Day 11: Corbett National Park-Dhikala (A Part of Corbett National
Park)
Early morning enter NP by Jeeps from Dhangarhi gate & drive to Dhikala,40
Kms inside Park, Corbett national park ,the first project Tiger reserve
named after the famous hunter & conservator Jim Corbett. Spread over
a large forest area of 520 sq.Kms.It is dense forest teem with wildlife.
The Ramganga teems in fish. NP also houses 500 species of birds. During
the drive you enjoy lush & dense greeen forest with wild animals crossing
your way.
On arrival at Dhikala,transfer to Dhikala Jungle lodge.
Overnight : Jungle Lodge
Day 12: Dhikala (A Part of Corbett National Park)
Full day free to enjoy Game viewing by Jeeps from sunrise till sunset.
Overnight : Jungle Lodge
Day 13: Dhikala -Corbett National Park
Fullday enjoy park safari into different parts of Park .Evening come out
of the corbett National park and check into your hotel.
Overnight : Hotel
Day 14 : Corbett National Park-Delhi
This morning after a leisurely breakfast transfer to Delhi airport/railway
station to board flight/train for your onward destination with sweet and
unforgettable memories of "The Lure of Jungle" tour escorted
by Vardhman Vacations.
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