North Indian Wildlife Tour | Bangalore Luxury Travel

Wildlife of North India

$2000

per person

India awaits you!

Bangalore Luxury Travel’s North Indian Wildlife Tour captures the very soul of India. From mystical religious temples to jeep safaris looking for wild tigers and elephants, your days will be full of culture, and awe inspiring sights. Delhi is the start of your adventure, guided through the old and the new for a transforming experience. Numerous monuments to mesmerise you have been built throughout the centuries by the different rulers of the times. An Elephant ride to Amber Fort, built with pink and yellow sandstone, perched on a hilltop will leave you overwhelmed. Rathambhore, Kanha and Bandhavgarh National Parks awaits your adventurous side. With cameras ready it’s time to head out on safari, Tigers, Leopard, Sambar and wild boar will pass you by. A visit to the mighty Taj Mahal standing on the banks of River Yamuna breaks up your safari journeys. Mumbai is your last destination to explore. An archipelago of several islands with evidence of habitation since the Stone Age. A boat ride to Elephant Island has you in a unique cave temple of Hindu architecture. There is so much more to this tour it has to be ‘seen to be believed’.

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17 Days

Bird Watching

Boat Ride

City Sightseeing

Include

Daily Breakfast

Entrance Fees Per Itinerary

Internal Flights

All Taxes

Tour Fees Per Itinerary

English Speaking Guide

All Transfers

Lunch & Dinner as per Itinerary

Accommodation
Not Included

Travel Insurance

Late Check-Out

Early Check-In

Tips

“Force Majure” Costs

Personal Costs

Laundry Costs

Excess Baggage

Drinks

International Flights

Local Transport

Airport Taxes

Day 01 Arrive Delhi

Arrive by International flight, after traditional 'Swagat' (Welcome) our representative will assist you at the airport and transfer to hotel for check in. Delhi is a bustling metropolis, which successfully combines in it folds the ancient with modern. Its strategic location was the reason why successive dynasties chose it as their seat of power. In fact, more mythological cities are believed to be here, like the city of Indraprastha from the Hindu epic Mahabharata, founded around 5000 BC. Later in the first half of the 20th century much of the New Delhi was planned by Sir Edwin Lutyens, who laid out a grandiose central administrative area as a testament to British rule in India. The division in walled city and New Delhi also marks the division in life styles. Overnight in hotel - Delhi

Day 02 Delhi

Today we take a guided tour of Old Delhi, the 17th century walled city of Shah Jahanabad, visiting the great Jama Masjid, the principal mosque of Old Delhi. Built in the year 1656 AD by the Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan, it is the largest and best known mosque in India. Later we walk down or take a rickshaw ride through Chandni Chowk, the old marketplace of Shah Jahanabad now a picturesque bazaar to reach Red Fort, built in the year 1648 by Shah Jehan. In New Delhi, we visit Raj Ghat, memorial to the Father of the Nation Mahatma Gandhi. It is a simple black marble platform that marks the sport of his cremation on 31 January 1948. Further we drive past India Gate Memorial, built in the year 1931 to commemorate the Indian soldiers who died in the World War I and Afghan Wars. The names of the soldiers who died in these wars are inscribed on the walls. We visit the President's House built in year 1931, then the Humayun's Tomb, and the Qutub Minar the tallest brick minaret in the world, an important example of Indo-Islamic Architecture. Qutub Minar and its monuments are listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Optional Sound & Light Show at Red Fort with dinner at Chor Bizarre. Overnight in Hotel - Delhi

Day 03 Delhi - Jaipur (262Km / 5Hrs)

Today we drive to Jaipur, popularly known as Pink City the flamboyant and colourful capital of Rajasthan. With its rich and colourful past, resplendent with tales of valour and bravery, it is now one of the most important heritage cities in India. The city was founded in the year 1728 by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II, the ruler of Amber. It remains the only city in the world symbolising the nine divisions of the universe, through nine rectangular sectors. Optional Chokhi dhani An Evening excursion to Chokhi Dhani complex, ethnic village Resort located at a distance of 15km from Jaipur. Rajasthani village atmosphere is recreated on the sprawling ground and includes the entertainment by folk dancers and musicians. Later drive back to hotel. Overnight in Hotel - Jaipur

Day 04 Jaipur

Today we take an excursion to Amber Fort, the palace complex which stands to this date was commenced under the reign of Raja Man Singh. We take an Elephant ride to reach the Fort situated on the hill, an overwhelming experience. Later we visit the City Palace, a perfect blend of Rajasthani and Mughal architecture. The centre of the palace is a seven-storied building called Chandra Palace, with fine views over the gardens and the city. Further we visit Jantar Mantar (Solar Observatory), an astronomical treasure house, with solar devices that give accurate predictions till date. We also visit Hawa Mahal (Palace of Winds), a five-storied structure of pink sandstone. It was built in the year 1799 so that veiled royal women could peer down the busy street market unseen by the world through its 593 stone Jharokas (mini windows). Overnight in Hotel - Jaipur

Day 05 Jaipur - Ranthambhore

Today we drive to Ranthambhore National Park, bound to the north by Banas River and to the Chambal River in the south. It is named after historic Ranthambhore fortress, which lies within the park. The park was established as Wasai Madhopur Game Sanctuary in the year 1955 by the Indian Government and was declared as Project Tiger reserves in the year 1973. It is famous for its tiger population. Other major wild animals found in the national park include the tiger, leopard, nilhgai, dhole, wild pig, sambar, chital and the gaur. It is also home to a wide variety of trees, plants, birds and reptiles. In the evening, we take a jeep safari to try luck spotting the Tigers. Overnight in Wildlife Resort - Ranthambhore

Day 06 Ranthambhore

Early morning today before Breakfast, we take Jeep Safari to the Tiger Reserve, since becoming one of the original areas under Project, the park has recovered much of its natural beauty and dry deciduous forest has been restored. Later we visit the Ranthambhore Fort, founded in the year 944 by the Chauhan Rajputs. After the defeat of the Chauhan king Prithviraj III by Muhammad of Ghori in the year 1192. It led by Govinda Raja, grandson of Prithviraj became the centre of Chauhan resistance to the expanding Sultanate of Delhi. Later after many battles and rulers, it came in hands of Mughal Emperor Akbar in the year 1559. The fortress passed to the Kachhawa Maharajas of Jaipur in the 17th century and it remained part of Jaipur state until Indian Independence. The area surrounding the fortress became a hunting ground for the Maharajas of Jaipur. Overnight in Wildlife Resort - Ranthambhore

Day 07 Ranthambhore - Bharatpur

After morning safari, we drive down to Bharatpur, founded by Maharaja Suraj Mal in the year 1733. It was once an impregnable, well-fortified city, and the capital of a kingdom ruled by Jat maharajas. Sanctuary was previously known as Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary and now known as Keoladeo National Park. This is a magnificent park having one of the world's greatest and most important heronries. It is situated at the confluence of Ghambhir and Banganga Rivers in Bharatpur district. Now a world heritage site, this former duck-hunting reserve of the Maharajas is one of the major wintering areas for large numbers of aquatic birds from Afghanistan, Siberia and Turkmenistan. Some 364 species of birds, including the rare Siberian Crane, have been recorded in the park. Overnight Wildlife Resort - Bharatpur

Day 08 Bharatpur - Agra via Fatehpur Sikri (55km / 1hr)

Early morning we do bird viewing by cycle rickshaw along with a naturalist. Later we drive to Agra, en route visiting Fatehpur Skri (Ghost Capital), the political capital of India's Mughal Empire under Akbar's reign, from the year 1526 to 1628, remains a major tourist destination because of its many splendid Mughal-era monuments, most notably the Taj Mahal, Agra Fort and Fatehur Sikri, all three are UNESCO World Heritage sites. Overnight in Hotel - Agra

Day 09 Agra - Umaria

Today we visit the Taj Mahal, symbol of eternal love, which stands on the banks of River Yamuna. It was built by the 5th Mughal emperor, Shah Jehan in the year 1631 in memory of his wife, Mumtaz Mahal. It was completed in 22 years. Further we visit the Agra Fort, taken over from the Lodhis by the Mughal Emperor Akbar in the late 16th century. The fort can be more accurately described as a walled palatial city. It was built from red sandstone, often inlaid with white marble and intricate decorations. This afternoon we take an overnight train to Umaria. Overnight on board

Day 10 Umaria - Bandhavgarh National Park

This morning we arrive in Umaria and drive to Bandhavgarh National Park, located in the district of Madhya Pradesh, India. It was declared a National Park in the year 1968, although it isn't very big it's full of game. The density of the tiger population here is the highest known in India. This is also white tiger country, they have been found in the old state of Rewa for many years, the last known captured was in the year 1951. There are also 39 caves in the Bandhavgarh Fort. The oldest cave is from the 1st century. Several caves carry inscriptions in Brahmi script and some have embossed figures such as those of a tiger, pig, elephant and horseman. Badi Gufa, the largest cave, has a broad entrance with nine small rooms and several pillars. It has been dated back to the 10th century. The cave appears to be primitive lacking the elaborate statues and carvings seen in the caves of the Buddhist period. Later in the afternoon we take a jeep safari. Overnight in Wildlife Resort - Bandhavgarh

Day 11 Bandhavgarh National Park

This morning we take an Elephant Safari in the jungle, a most memorable experience. Also enjoy taking some beautiful wild photography in the jungle from the elephant's back. Later visit the Bandhavgarh Fort and Caves. Afterwards we take a jeep safari for the afternoon. Overnight in Wildlife Resort - Bandhavgarh

Day 12 Bandhavgarh National Park

Today we take morning and afternoon Jungle Safari's and join activities at the resort. Overnight in Wildlife Resort - Bandhavgarh

Day 13 - Kanha National Park (230km / 6hrs)

Today we drive to Kanha National Park, part of Project Tiger, located in Madhya Pradesh. In the 1930's, the Kanha area was divided into two sanctuaries, Hallon and Banjar. It was created in the year 1955. The lowland forest is a mixture of salt and other trees, interspersed with meadows. The highland forests are of a completely different nature. A good looking Indian ghost tree can also be seen in the dense forest. Kanha is home to about 22 species of mammals and about 300 species of birds. Commmonly observed mammals include the common grey langur, wild boar, chital, chowsingha, sambar and barasingha or swamp deer (this is the hard ground swamp deer, found only in Kanha). One can also find leopards, the sloth bear and Indian wild dog. Very rarely seen are the Indian wolves which live in the far east of the park. It only comes out after dark which is not a visiting hour. The nilgai (blue bull), though rare, can also be found in Kanha. Overnight in Wildlife Resort - Kanha

Day 14 Kanha National Park

Today you will go for morning and afternoon Jungle Safaris and join the activities at the resort. Overnight in Wildlife Resort - Kanha

Day 15 Kanha - Nagpur

Take a morning game safari and drive down to Nagpur to board flight for Mumbai. Mumbai is an archipelago of seven islands. Artefacts found that these islands had been inhabited since the Stone Age and documents evidence of human habitation dates back to 250 BC. In the 3rd century BC, the islands formed part of the Maurya Empire. In 1534, Portuguese appropriated islands from kind of Gujarat later ceded to Charles II of England in 1661, as dowry for Catherine de Braganza. These islands were in turn leased to the British East India Company in 1668. Overnight in Hotel - Mumbai

Day 16 Mumbai

First we visit the Gateway of India. It was built to commemorate the visit of King George V in 1911. Later we enjoy an hour's boat ride to the tranquil forested island of Elephanta, one of the most atmospheric places in Bombay. The chief attraction of the island is its unique cave temple whose Shiva sculpture is a fine example of Hindu architecture. In the afternoon visit Jehangir Art Gallery and the Prince of Wales Museum, Victoria Terminus, Hanging Gardens, Jain Temple and Mani Bhavan - Gandhi's Bombay base between 1917 and 1934, this house is now a permanent memorial to the Mahatma. Overnight in Hotel - Mumbai

Day 17 Depart Mumbai

Today we will ensure a punctual transfer to the International airport to board your flight for onward travel. Our tour concludes: You will be assisted with your transfer to the airport for boarding onward flights, thank you for your patronage and we look forward to touring with you again in the future.