Wildlife Tour of India

India Wildlife Tour is a blend of wildlife with holy travel. This tour package includes travel to the major wildlife reserves of India along with visits to the nearby pilgrimage destinations. So, you will encounter adventure thrill, challenges of jungle wildlife while at the same time your spirits will also rejuvenate in the sacred heaven of pilgrimage destinations of India. While embarking on this tour, always follow the guidelines as suggested by the tour operators. You will be going to some of the most challenging places in the wild life national parks of India and will be involved in activities like jungle trekking, wildlife exploration, tiger sighting, jungle staying, so, be alert all the time and don't involve yourself in anything that may prove to be lethal. Just be on the safe-side and enjoy yourself to the maximum extent possible. The canter ride in Ranthambore monopolizes your imagination but never dare to get down of the canter as wild beasts might be stalking your path. One important thing, while going for Ganga bath on Varanasi Ghats, always remember to tie yourself with chains and ropes while bathing in river as this river inherently has very strong currents and massive rapids.

• Rickshaw ride in Chadni Chowk of Delhi.
• Light and Sound show at Red Fort New Delhi.
• Canter ride in Ranthambore National Park.
• En-routing Chokhi Dhani – an Ethnis Village Resort, while driving to Jaipur.
• Elephant Safari to Amber Fort of Jaipur.
• Thrilling Camel-Cart ride in Karauli.
• Visit to Khajuraho Temples of the Chandala Dynasty.
• Exploring Bird Population on Rickshaw ride in Keoladeo National Park.
• Wildlife Safari in Panana and Bandhavgarh National Park.
• Boat cruise and holy Bath in sacred river Ganga on Varanasi Ghats.

Day 01 : Arrive Delhi (Flight)  
Arrive at Indira Gandhi International airport. Upon arrival, our tour operators guide you to the hotel. A warm reception follows with a cocktail party on the occasion of your arrival. Have very sumptuous meals and later retire to your room for the night's rest.

Day 02 : Delhi Sightseeing
This day is kept for full day city tour of Delhi. Morning, after breakfast, we visit to Lotus temple followed with Aksharham temple. We then continue drive to Qutub Minar, Humayun's tomb and Jama Masjid. Later, we drop at Rashtrapati Bhawan.Walk to India Gate as it is adjacent to Rashtrapati Bhawan. Then have a sumptuous lunch at the restaurant in Lee Meridian. We then take you to Chadni Chowk. Have a thrilling rickshaw ride and shop in the markets of Old Delhi. Later, we drive you to the memorial of Mahatma Gandhi following which we take you to Red Fort where you also get to watch a 'light and sound' show in the evening. Overnight at the hotel.

Day 03 : Delhi - Sawai Madhopur – Ranthambore (Train)
Morning is kept free. In time, you are transferred to the Railway Station to board on train that leaves for Sawai Madhopur. Upon arrival transfer to Ranthambore hotel. Ranthambore National park is rich with diverse flora and fauna – the species being a long list of 300 trees, 50 aquatic plants, 272 birds, 12 reptiles including marsh crocodiles and amphibians and 30 other mammals. Rest of the day is kept free. Dinner and overnight is at hotel.

Day 04 : Ranthambore
Morning, once again we take you for a visit to National Park to view wild life by canters (3 Hrs). A canter is normally a 12 or 20 seater bus with comfortable seating and open top. After a visit to the jungle, return back to hotel for a breakfast. You are free for carrying out personal activities till lunch in the hotel. Post lunch we start another 3 hrs canter safari at 14.30 hrs. Evening, just return back to hotel at around 17.30 hrs. Overnight is at the hotel after a sumptuous dinner.

Day 05 : Ranthambore – Jaipur (170 kms/ 4 hr)
Morning before leaving Ranthambore we will visit the Ranthambore Fort well perched on a hill top housing a huge Banayan Tree and a Post office. Have breakfast once you make a return and check out from hotel to drive to Jaipur. En-route Chokhi Dhani- The Ethnic Village Resort and halt here for a lunch. Later, continue drive to Jaipur- the vibrant capital of Rajasthan also commonly known as 'The Pink City” of India named so, as the color of the buildings of Jaipur are pink. This buzzing metropolis is a feast to the eyes as it is a place of contrast to the wild. On arrival to Jaipur, you are taken to the hotel. Rest of the time is kept free for personal activities. Overnight at hotel.

Day 06 : Jaipur Sightseeing  
After breakfast in the morning, we take you to Amber Fort to enjoy ride on the caparisoned elephant that takes you to the precincts of the Fort. Raja Man Singh of the Kachwaha Dynasty established Amber Fort in the 16th century. Within the Amber Fort there are ornate palaces, courts, stairways, pillared pavilions and palaces. The Hawa Mahal (Palace of Winds) has stunning artistry and we drive past this five-story facade of the Hawa Mahal. Afternoon, after lunch we take you to the Observatory and City Palace. This is a splendid museum, built by Maharaja Jai Singh, houses textiles, arms, carpets, paintings, manuscripts and other artistic paraphernalia and astronomical observatory. Overnight is at hotel.

Day 07 : Jaipur – Karauli (180kms / 4 hrs)
Morning, after breakfast, we drive to Karauli while en-routing Galta Ji - the temple of the sun god. This temple also known as the Monkey temple, is 2.5 km above Jaipur and a 100-m climb from Surajpol. Watch the studded gorge behind the temple, and also the breadth-taking city view and the surrounding plains can be had. Continue drive to Kairauli- this place is also known for is ravines in the countryside that is now off the beaten track. Karauli, is a pilgrimage center and is known for its pink stone that are used for construction. The old palace though being in ruins are representative of the opulence of its medieval durbars (courts). Upon arrival you are transferred to the hotel. Rest for a while and then we take for a camel-cart ride at around 1500 hrs. We pass through Kairauli village where we notice the craftsman working, vegetable market and other interesting views following which we move to City Palace- built in the similar pattern as the Amber fort. Evening is kept for tea and snacks, at the top of the palace where you get to see an exclusive view of the Sunset. After the tea, we take you to Madan Mohan temple in the same premises for an evening Aarti. Then, return to hotel by camel-cart and upon arrival at 1830 hrs, time is kept free. Overnight is at hotel.

Day 08 : Kairauli – Bharatpur (100kms / 2 hrs)
Morning after breakfast, we drive you to Bharatpur. This bird Sanctuary is one of the most spectacular Water Bird Sanctuaries that feature indigenous water birds and migratory birds. Upon arrival to this place, we transfer you to the hotel. After early lunch leave for Deeg located 36kms from Bharatpur and is a small town with massive fortifications, stunning palace and busy market. Deeg, formally the second capital of Bharatpur State, is built by Suraj Mahl in the 18th Century. It also displays a site where a famous battle took place and the Maharaja's forces successfully withstood a combined Mughal and Maharatha army of 80,000 men. Also visit Suraj Mahl's Palace – India's most beautiful and delicately proportioned buildings. Evening return back to Bharatpur. Dinner and overnight is at hotel.

Day 09 : Bharatpur – Agra (60kms / 1.5 hrs)
Morning we take you by Rickshaw to Keoladeo National Park where you get to see the Birds. From here, we return back to hotel, later after breakfast, just check-out of the hotel and drive to Agra en routing Fatehpur Sikri - constructed by Akbar in 1569 in honor of Sufi saint Salim Chisti. Akbar's court, occupied this city but later on, abandoned it due to non-availability of water. This fort is still in a perfect state of preservation. Continue drive to Agra. Upon arrival to Agra you are taken to the hotel for a check-in. Afternoon, after lunch, we set out for half-day city tour of Agra paying visit to the world famous Taj Mahal- built in the memory of Mumtaj by Shahjahan. Also, visit Agra Fort that was built by Akbar to commemorate his victory in war. Evening is kept free and overnight at hotel.

Day 10 : Agra – Gwalior – Orcha (250 kms / 6hrs)  
Morning, after breakfast, we drive you to Orcha while en-routing Gwalior Fort and Scindia Palace. Gwalior Fort, a 3 km long fort, is situated 100m above the town. There are several things that you get to see in the fort. To mention a few are Jain Sculptures Teli-ka-Mandir, Sasbahu Temples, Man Singh Palace, Gujri Mahal etc. From here, we then take to you Scindia Museum and Palace where you get to see a lot of bizarre items such as Belgium cut-glass furniture that includes a rocky chair. The main Durbar hall is painted with 58 kgs of gold paint that makes this palace very impressive. After having paid a visit to the palace, continue drive to Orchha and directly transfer to hotel. Orcha is the capital city of the Bundelas and has a wonderful complex of well preserved palaces and temples. Rest of the time is kept free and overnight is at hotel.

Day 11 : Orchha – Khajuraho (185 kms / 5hr)
Morning, after breakfast, we drive you to the temples of Ram Raja, Chaturbhuj and Lakshmi. After visiting the temples, start for Khajuraho at 1100 hrs. Upon arrival, check into hotel. Evening at 1630 hrs visit the Western group of temples – built during the Chandala period by a dynasty that survived for five centuries before falling to the Mughals. The temples are superb examples of Indo-Aryan architecture that are embellished with decorations that made Khajuraho famous. Overnight is at hotel.

Day 12 : Khajuraho – Panana N.P – Khajuraho (35 kms / 1 hr) One way  
Just after breakfast in the morning, we drive you to Panna National Park by Jeeps for full day excursion. Panana, is a one hour drive located 35 kms away and the park is famous for its wild cats like tigers, deer and antelopes. Continue with a Jeep Safari in the Park for 2 hrs followed with an Elephant Safari in the wild. Later at 1030 hrs, we take you to Pandav Falls in the park, famous for its scenic beauty. Spend an hour in Pandav Falls and then we take you to Ken River lodge for lunch at 1430 hrs. Post lunch, proceed for another jeep safari to see the wild life of the National Park and return back to Khajuraho at 1800 hrs. Rest of the time is kept free and overnight is at hotel.

Day 13 : Khajuraho – Bandhavgarh (260 kms/ 7 hrs)
After breakfast in the morning, we drive you to Bandhavgarh National Park - home of the famous white tigers of Rewa. This park is also known for having one of the densest populations of tigers in the country. The other wild animals of the forest being the Nilgai, Chital, Chinkara, Gaur, Sloth Bears and Wild Boar along with some 250 species of birds. Upon arrival to the park, transfer to the hotel. Afternoon, we take you to National Park by jeep that lasts for 3hrs. Evening return back to hotel when you get free time for leisure. Dinner and overnight is at hotel.

Day 14 : Bandhavgarh Sightseeing
Morning at 0630 hrs, we undertake a 2 hr jeep safari inside the park followed with a 1 hr elephant ride to see the wild life. Return back to the hotel at 0930 hrs and have breakfast. Relax for a while and enjoy the lunch. We then start at 1430 hrs for another jeep safari to see the wild life of Bandhavgarh. Evening return back to hotel at 1730 hrs and be at leisure, as this evening is kept free. Dinner and overnight is at the hotel.

Day 15 : Bandhavgarh – Katni – Varanasi (On Train)
Morning after breakfast we set out for a jeep safari to see the wild life of the National park. The safari is for 3 hrs and then we return back. After a lunch consisting of delicious cuisines, we drive to Katni Railway Station at 1500 hrs situated at a distance of 65 kms and a 2 hrs drive. We board a connecting overnight train for Varanasi. Overnight is inside train.

Day 16 : Varanasi Sightseeing
Early morning, after arrival to Varanasi, we take you to the hotel for check-in. Varanasi- is the city of Shiva and lies on the banks of the sacred Ganges. Hindu pilgrims from every part of the world come here to bathe in the Ganges that is known to wash all sins. There is another belief that this city is an auspicious place to die, as expiring here, offers liberation (Moksha) from the cycle of birth and death. This magical city hosts the most intimate rituals of birth and death that takes place on the bank of the river Ganga. This City is also known as Kashi and Benares, but its present name is restoration of an ancient name meaning the city between two rivers – Varuna and Assi. Time is kept free till afternoon and at 1400 hrs we set out for Sarnath- the place where Lord Buddha delivered his first sermon after enlightenment. Evening return back to hotel to spend the time free at leisure. Overnight at hotel.

Day 17 : Varanasi – Delhi (Flight)  
Morning we take you to witness the splendid sight of the rising Sun on the banks of Ganges. Also, walk through the narrow streets followed with a boat ride in the holy Ganges. After the boat cruise, we take you to Banaras Hindu University and Bharat Mata Temple. Return back to hotel and checkout at 1200 hrs. After breakfast, transfer to the airport to board on to connect flight to Delhi. Upon arrival, we transfer you straight to international airport to connect flight for onward destination.