Taj, Tigers & Ganges Tour
Taj, Tigers & Ganges Tour
Duration: 13 Nigths / 14 Days
Destinations Covered
Delhi – Bandhavgarh – Panna - Khajuraho – Varanasi – Agra – Delhi
Day 01
Arrive Delhi
Arrive Delhi International Airport. You’ll be met on arrival and transferred to your hotel. Stay for two nights at The Oberoi, a luxury modern hotel hotel.
Day 02
Delhi
Enjoy a full day sightseeing tour of the historical city of Delhi, beginning in the wide avenues of New Delhi, to see Lutyen’s buildings and the India Gate memorial, along with the impressive tomb of Humayun and Qutab Minar. You also visit the bustling and vibrant streets of Old Delhi to see the Jama Masjid and Rajghat. You will also have an opportunity to take a rickshaw ride through the streets of Old Delhi before heading back to your hotel.
Day 03
Delhi – Jabalpur – Bandhavgarh
This morning you will be transferred to Delhi International Airport to board your flight to Jabalpur. You will be met on arrival at Jabalpur Airport and transferred to Bandhavgarh National Park. Stay for three nights at Mahua Kothi, a Taj Safari Lodge.
Day 04
Bandhavgarh
Morning and afternoon jeep safaris at the national park. A couple of days at Bandhavgarh almost guarantees you a tiger sighting in this relatively small park that boasts the highest density of tigers in India. As well as the star attraction, there are also more than 40 leopards and more commonly sighted animals such as deer, wild boar and langur monkey.
Day 05
Bandhavgarh
Morning and afternoon jeep safaris at the national park.
Day 06
Bandhavgarh - Panna
Late morning drive to Panna National Park. Panna Tiger Reserve is a little-known gem. It is one of India’s dramatically scenic parks and is an excellent place to see a variety of Central India’s wildlife. The Park hides in the shadows of the famous town of Khajuraho, sited on the banks of the River Ken. Stay for three nights at Pashan Garh, a Taj Safari Lodge
Day 07
Panna
Enjoy morning and afternoon jeep safaris at the national park. You can also enjoy nature trails and village visits in the surrounding areas.
Day 08
Panna
Enjoy morning and afternoon jeep safaris at the national park. You can also enjoy nature trails and village visits in the surrounding areas.
Day 09
Panna - Khajuraho - Agra
After breakfast, a short drive will take you to the temple town of Khajuraho. Afternoon enjoy a visit to this UNESCO World Heritage Site known to have been built by the Chandela Dynasty between 950 and 1050. The temples are famous for their nagara style architectural symbolism and their erotic sculptures. Later you will be transferred to Jhansi Railway Station to board the Shatabdi Express train to Agra. You will be met on arrival and transferred to your hotel. Stay for two nights at ITC Mughal, a luxury modern hotel.
Day 10
Agra
After breakfast drive to Fatehpur Sikri to explore a real-life ghost town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Return to Agra to visit the impressive Agra Fort and the tomb of Itamud-ud-Daula. Later you visit the Taj Mahal to see it as the light changes at the sunset.
Day 11
Agra - Varanasi
In good time you will be transferred to Agra Airport to board your flight to Varanasi. On arrival at airport, you will be met by our representative and transferred to your hotel. Stay for two nights at Brij Rama Palace. Evening visit the ghats of Ganges to witness the ceremonial worship with oil lamps. The evening aarti or ceremonial worship is a quintessential Varanasi experience.
Day 12
Varanasi
Rise early morning for a peaceful boat ride on the Ganges. You will see devotees offering prayers at the waters' edge. We also visit some of the ancient temples by the river bank. After breakfast, go on a guided walk alongside the river and passing through the winding alleys visiting historical temples, classical mosques, surrounding bazaars and finally finishing your tour at the great cremation ground.
Day 13
Varanasi - Delhi
In the morning, you’ll visit Sarnath, the site of Buddha's first public discourse and now home to many magnificent stupas and monasteries. Later you will be transferred to Varanasi Airport to board your onward flight to Delhi. You will be met on arrival at Delhi International Airport and transferred to your hotel. Stay for the night at Hotel Pullman New Delhi Aerocity for the night.
Day 14
Transfer to Delhi Airport
Like all good things, your tour in India comes to an end but you will always carry with you, memories of this unique and unforgettable holiday experience. In goodtime you will be transferred to Delhi International Airport to connect your flight home.
