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 - Sarisk
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: Corbett National Park
Early morning you can enjoy RICKSHAW RIDE (at your own cost) at the Bird Park.
After breakfast at hotel drive to Agra.
Reach Agra and check into your hotel.
Later proceed on a city tour of Agra
Visit Taj Mahal (Closed on Friday), Red fort & Tomb of Itmad-ud-Daula.
Later you will visit a marble gallery - the flagship store in Agra which offers
an excellant range of white marble, fashionable wear & exotic wooden articles,
truly a one stop shop! Overnight:Hotel
Day 10: Agra -Jhansi- Khajuraho
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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