Duration: 13 Nights / 14 Days
Places to be Covered: Delhi - Corbett National Park - Dudhwa National Park- Lucknow - Varanasi - Khajuraho - Bandhavgarh - Kanha - Nagpur- Delhi
Day 1: Arrive Delhi
On your arrival at the international airport in Delhi, you will be met by our company representatives and transferred to your hotel. Later, enjoy a Full day sightseeing tour of Old and New Delhi.
New Delhi: India's capital and an important gateway into the country, New Delhi is a vibrant metropolis and the hub of India's political activity. Designed and developed by famous English architect Sir Edwin Lutyens (1869- 1944), New Delhi is known for its wide, tree-lined avenues, parks and palaces. In New Delhi, you will visit the Rashtrapati Bhawan (the official residence of the president of India), India Gate - a 42 m high stone memorial arch, and the mid-16th century Humayun's Tomb and more.
Old Delhi: Built by Mughal emperor Shah Jahan, Old Delhi is known for its architectural masterpieces, crowded streets and intensely colorful bazaars. Drive past Chandni Chowk, the main street of Old Delhi and a lively shopping bazaar. Visit the magnificent Red Fort and Jama Masjid, the biggest mosque in India. Later stop to visit the Raj Ghat, the cremation ground of Mahatma Gandhi (the Father of Nation).
Overnight stay will be at Delhi.
Day 2: Delhi - Corbett National Park
After breakfast, we drive to the world-famous Corbett Tiger Reserve (250 km - 6 hrs).
Corbett is rated amongst the most beautiful and picturesque Tiger Reserves of India. Located on the bank of the river Ram Ganga on the foothills of the majestic Himalayas, Corbett Tiger Reserve is home to a very rich and diverse flora and fauna. The park is world-famous for its scenic beauty and Tiger population.
On arrival, check in to the resort and relax. If time permits, enjoy an exciting jungle safari (Jeep or Elephant Safari) for game viewing in the evening.
Overnight will be at the resort.
Day 3: Corbett National Park
Enjoy morning and afternoon safaris for an exciting and rewarding game viewing in Corbett Tiger Reserve. First safari will be an early morning jeep safari and the second one will be an elephant safari. Early morning and evening safaris are the best time to track tigers.
Overnight will be at the resort.
Day 4: Corbett National Park - Dudhwa National Park
After breakfast, we depart from Corbett National Park for Dudhwa National Park.
Located on the India-Nepal border in the foothills of Himalayas, Dudhwa National Park (also a tiger reserve) is famous for tigers, swamp deer (Barasingha), elephants, jackals, sloth bears, leopard cats, jungle cats, civet, fishing cats and a variety of exotic birds. With a population of over 100 tigers, Dudhwa promises better opportunities for tiger sighting.
Check into the forest lodge on arrival. Overnight will be at the forest lodge.
Day 5: Dudhwa National Park
Enjoy morning and afternoon safaris for an exciting and rewarding game viewing in the wildlife park. At Dudhwa you can enjoy either a convenient Jeep or a unique Elephant Safari.
Overnight will be at the forest lodge.
Day 6: Dudhwa National Park - Lucknow
After breakfast, we drive to Lucknow (238 km - 6 hrs). Arrive and check into Hotel.
Lucknow, the capital city of Uttar Pradesh, is one of the most famous historic cities of India, famous for its architectural grandeur, silks, perfumes, jewelry, mouth-watering cuisines, and nawabi etiquettes.
Rest of the day at leisure. Overnight stay will be at Hotel.
Day 7: Lucknow
After breakfast, enjoy a daylong city tour of Lucknow visiting the Chota and Bada Imam Bara, Bhulbhulaiya (one of the largest vaunted halls of the world) and the La Martini ere School. In the evening, enjoy a unique and exciting tonga ride (horse drawn carriage) through the famous Meena bazaar.
Overnight stay will be at Hotel.
Day 8: Lucknow - Varanasi
After breakfast in the morning, we depart for Varanasi by surface (300 km-6 hrs).
Varanasi, the temple city of India, is one of the most sacred Hindu pilgrimage centers in India. Sprawling along the left bank of the holy river Ganga, Varanasi is famous for hundreds of its temples, ghats and palaces, which appear like rising in several tiers from the water's edge. Varanasi is also famous for its silk textiles.
Check into the hotel on arrival. Evening free at leisure or optional dance performance at an old mansion on the banks of the river Ganges.
Overnight stay will be at Hotel.
Day 9: Varanasi -Khajuraho
Enjoy an early morning boat ride on the holy river Ganges to enjoy the breathtaking view of sunrise and watch a sea of humanity performing their daily rituals at the ghats. Later enjoy a sightseeing tour of Varanasi. Visit the famous Kashi Vishwanath Temple, Monkey Temple, Bharat Mata Temple and other attraction of Varanasi.
On time transfer to airport to board flight for Khajuraho. Check into the hotel on arrival.
Overnight stay will be at Hotel.
Day 10: Khajuraho - Bandhavgarh
In the morning, explore the architectural marvels of the Khajuraho temples. The temples at Khajuraho are world-famous for their erotic sculptures and carvings. In the afternoon, we drive to Bandhavgarh Tiger Reserve (210 km- 4 hrs).
Bandhavgarh National Park is one of the finest tiger reserves of India. Known for its sizable population of tigers, Bandhavgarh offers better opportunities for tiger sighting.
Check into a jungle lodge on arrival. Overnight stay will be at the lodge.
Day 11: Bandhavgarh
Breakfast will be at the resort / lodge. Thereafter, proceed for a morning and evening safaris (Two Safaris with lunch break in-between) for wildlife viewing and tiger tracking. Track the Tigers while sitting comfortably on an Elephant's back or a convenient and safe Jeep. Capture Tigers and other wonderful animals of the Park in your camera. Return back to the resort in the evening.
Overnight stay will be at the lodge.
Day 12: Bandhavgarh - Kanha
After breakfast, we drive to the famous Kanha Tiger Reserve (255 km - 6 hrs).
Kanha Tiger Reserve is one of the finest and most picturesque tiger reserves of India. Kanha is renowned for its tiger populations including the rare White Tigers.
Reach the park around afternoon. On arrival, check into the resort and relax.
Later, enjoy an evening jeep safari in the park for game viewing. Overnight stay will be at the resort.
Day 13. Kanha
Breakfast will be at the resort / lodge. Thereafter, proceed for a morning and evening safaris (Two safaris with lunch break in-between) for wildlife viewing and tiger tracking.
Overnight stay will be at the resort.
Day 14. Kanha - Nagpur - Delhi
After breakfast, we proceed to Nagpur by road (240 km - 5 hrs) to board a flight for Delhi. Reach and check into the hotel and relax.
Later, evening transfer to airport to board flight for onward journey or way back home with sweet memories of India.
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