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Destinations Covered: Delhi - Jhansi - Khajuraho - Bandhavgarh - Agra - Ranthambore - Pushkar - Jaipur - Delhi
01 Nov / Tue: Abroad - Delhi
Arrive: Delhi. Upon arrival in Delhi, you will be met by our representative and transferred to the hotel.
Overnight at hotel
02 Nov / Wed: Delhi
This morning you will be taken to visit Old Delhi - Former centre of Moghul Power, Old Delhi offers ancient monuments, narrow streets and bustling bazaars. Drive past the Red Fort, built in 1648 and board the 'cycle rickshaw' for a unique experience from the Red Fort, through "Chandni Chowk" or Silver Street, experiencing the sights and sounds of this very busy avenue-heading west from the Fort. Later visit the Jama Masjid, the greatest mosque in India and completed in 1658 by Shah Jahan who also built the Taj Mahal, and the Raj Ghat, the simple memorial to Mahatma Gandhi.
Afternoon visit New Delhi - drive past the stately government buildings of the British Era designed by Lutyens, including the India Gate & the Presidential Palace. Continue onto the towering minaret of Qutab Minar.
Overnight at hotel.
03 Nov / Thu: Delhi - Jhansi - Khajuraho
Morning transfer to the railway station for train to Jhansi.
Leave: Delhi At: 0600 Hrs By: Shatabdi Express
Arrive: Jhansi At: 1040 Hrs
Upon arrival in Jhansi, you will be met and proceed to Khajuraho (170 kms). Check into hotel.
Afternoon visit the most important and fascinating temples of Khajuraho. The temples of Khajuraho have been declared a 'world heritage' site by UNESCO in order to preserve the rich legacy of architecture, bequeathed to future generations by the Kings of the Chandela dynasty. These temples are famous for their intricate sculptures and erotic carvings that are one of the outstanding achievements of Indian art.
Overnight at hotel.
04 Nov / Fri: Khajuraho - Bandhavgarh
Morning drive to Bandhavgarh (210 kms). Upon arrival, check-in at hotel.
Overnight at hotel.
05 Nov / Sat: Bandhavgarh
Early morning and afternoon game viewing excursions by jeep.
Bandhavgarh National Park is situated in the Vindhya range of hills which offers a good variety of cover from Bamboo forest to open grassland and a wide range of animals including sambar, barking deer, chinkara, chowsingha, gaur (the largest of the world's wild oxen), wild boar and leopard. Bandhavgarh also holds a good population of tiger and is particularly noted for daylight sightings.
Overnight at hotel.
06 Nov / Sun: Bandhavgarh - Agra
Early morning game viewing excursions by jeep.
Later transfer to the railway station for train to Agra.
Leave: Bandhavgarh At: 1710 Hrs By: Gondwana Exp.
Overnight in train.
07 Nov / Mon: Arrive Agra
Arrive: Agra At: 0525 Hrs
Upon arrival in Agra, you will be met by our representative and transferred to the hotel.
Morning visit the famous Taj Mahal .This most famous Moghul monument was constructed by Emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his wife Mumtaz Mahal "the lady of the Taj". It has been described as the most extravagant monument ever built for love, for the emperor was heartbroken when Mumtaz died after 17 years of marriage, during the birth of her 14th child. (Taj Mahal is closed on Fridays).
Afternoon visit the Red Fort - lies on the bend of the river Yamuna, almost in the heart of the town. It was built by Akbar as his citadel over the years 1563-73 in the finest architectural style. It has imposing gates and walls of red sandstone and a moat.
Overnight at hotel.
08 Nov / Tue: Agra - Ranthambore
Morning drive to Ranthambore (290 kms) en-route visit Fatehpur Sikri.
Fatehpur Sikri - drive to the impressive sandstone fortress of Fatehpur Sikri. The fort was built in the 16th century and only occupied for a few years before being abandoned, leaving the buildings in virtually perfect conditions.
Continue drive to Ranthambore and upon arrival, check into the hotel.
Overnight at hotel.
09 Nov / Wed: Ranthambore
Early morning and afternoon proceed for game viewing in the sanctuary by jeep/canter.
Ranthambore Wildlife Sanctuary - Rajasthan's most renowned wildlife sanctuary, it is 400 sq kms of dry deciduous forest, perfect natural habitat for tigers, and is set in the Aravalli and Vindhya hills, dotted with pavilions and dominated by a hilltop fort. Ranthambore was one of the hunting preserves of the former rulers of Jaipur and because of this the Maharajas ensured the environment was preserved and the forest and their inhabitants well protected. It has a good population of tiger and their prey species, and has been declared a "Project Tiger" reserve. Wildlife includes blue bull, black buck, spotted deer or cheetal, wild boar, a large variety of bird species and, if very lucky, the rarely seen leopard.
Overnight at hotel.
10 Nov / Thu: Ranthambore - Pushkar
Morning drive to Pushkar (245 km). Upon arrival in Pushkar - check into the Deluxe Tents.
Deluxe tents which captures the luxurious nostalgia of a bygone age of the Maharaja's Safari and Shikar camps, combined with innovative design demonstrating many of the skills and crafts of Marwar. The camp consists of tents, each with verandah, bedroom and bathroom. There is a large dining tent serving the best of Rajasthani cuisine and a large open reception tent with seating areas.
10 Nov / Thu: Ranthambore - Pushkar (contd.)
Pushkar - is famous for its colourful annual fair during kartik poornima (full moon) in the November each year. At this time, this otherwise peaceful and gentle village on the banks of holy Pushkar take is thrown into colourful confusion when the desert tribes and camel caravans meet to trade cattle, camels, goat, sheep, clothes, jewelry and spices. Up to 200000 traders and 50000 cattle pour into town, along with numerous festooned camels and colourful pilgrims. After 10 hectic days of livestock dealing, camel racing and colourful festivities, on the night of the full moon (Kartik Purnima), everybody goes for a big holy dip in the lake and performs religious rituals in its waters, to the accompaniment of temple & folk music.
Overnight in deluxe tents.
11 Nov & 12 Nov: Pushkar
Full day at the fair. Built as 'an explosion of fun, frolic, games and laughter', the fair provides some wonderful photographic opportunities and is a rare change to see Rajasthani women decked out in all their traditional jewelry, dress and finery. It is worth getting up early to see the camels and tribes rousing themselves in the pink of the dawn desert light. Temple music wafts through the night, as the fires die down and the Rajasthani melodies played on the stringed ek-tara come to a close.
Overnight in deluxe tents.
13 Nov / Sun: Pushkar - Jaipur
Late morning drive to Jaipur (150 km). Upon arrival, check-in at hotel.
Afternoon city tour of Jaipur - "The Pink City" is spectacularly set within surrounding rugged hills, dotted with ancient ruined fortresses. Your tour will include the imposing City Palace, still home to the Maharaja although several of the rooms are now open to the public. Many antiques and artifacts belonging to the ruling family are housed here, including a collection of weaponry. You will also visit the Hawa Mahal "Palace of the Winds", and the open-air Jantar Mantar Observatory to see the vast astronomical instruments. Enjoy a stroll through the colourful bazaar before returning to your hotel.
Overnight at hotel.
14 Nov / Mon: Jaipur - Delhi
Morning tour of the impressive Amber Fort, situated on a ridge just outside Jaipur City. At the foot of the hill you will mount your caparisoned elephant for the slow but steady climb up to the main gate, making your entrance in the time honored fashion. The Fort, completed in the early 18th century, took over 100 years to build and now, although deserted, offers a fascinating insight into the lifestyle of the Moghul ruling families.
Late morning drive to Delhi (250 kms). Upon arrival in Delhi - transfer to the airport for your onward journey.
15 Nov / Tue: Delhi - Onward journey
Depart: Delhi
Our per person quote based in US Dollars:
| Particulars | Per person cost based in US Dollars |
Fixed Departure cost
(maximum 12 guests travelling) | USD 1007 per person |
| Supplement for private tour | USD 62 per person |
| Single room supplement | USD 420 per person |
| Supplement for entrances to the monuments and game drive in the sanctuaries (as per itinerary) | USD 179 per person |
The above cost includes:
Accommodation on twin sharing basis for THIRTEEN nights at the following hotels:
|
City | Hotel name | Category of room | No. of nights |
| Delhi | Hotel Corus | Standard room | 02 |
| Khajuraho | Holiday Inn | Standard room | 01 |
| Bandhavgarh | Nature Resort | Standard room | 02 |
| Bandhavgarh-Agra | Overnight train | 2nd AC Sleeper | 01 |
| Agra | Hotel Atithi | Standard room | 01 |
| Ranthambore | Ankur Resorts | Standard room | 02 |
| Pushkar | Deluxe tents | Deluxe tents | 03 |
| Jaipur | Narain Niwas | Deluxe room | 01 |
| Delhi | No accommodation | No accommodation | - |
Based on room with breakfast basis except in Bandhavgarh & Pushkar, which is on full board basis.
Transfers & sightseeing by air-conditioned coach (air-conditioned car for a private tour), as per the itinerary
Road tax, parking fees and driver's overnight wages
Services of an English speaking local guide for sightseeing tour as per the itinerary
Cycle rickshaw ride at Chandni Chowk in Delhi
Elephant ride at Amber Fort in Jaipur
Camel safari in Pushkar
Game drives by canter/jeep in Ranthambore & Bandhavgarh
Train fare for Delhi-Jhansi in AC chair car & Bandhavgarh-Agra in 2nd AC Sleeper
The rates are valid from 01 November 2005 till 20 November 2005
4.08% government tax on the total tour cost
The cost does not include:
Entrance fees to monuments (Supplement mentioned above)
Any personal expenses such as laundry bills, telephone bills, alcoholic beverages and airport tax.
Tips and other such cost, which is to be paid to the drivers, guides, porters etc.
Visa fees or International flight tickets and insurance
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