Estate of the Tiger & Temples
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Product Code : AGORA152
The "Estate of the Tiger & Temples" private tour is a 14-day journey through the heart of India. The tour offers an opportunity to explore the wilderness of three tiger reserves: Kanha, Bandhavgarh, and Pench, known for their majestic tigers and diverse flora and fauna. Along with the wildlife safaris, the tour also includes visits to ancient temples of Khajuraho and Varanasi, two of the most important pilgrimage centers in India, which provide a glimpse into the country's rich cultural heritage.
Day 1: Arrive Mumbai
Upon arrival at Mumbai airport, you will be greeted by our representative who will assist you with your transfer to your hotel. After hotel check-in, you can relax for a while before starting the city tour of Mumbai. The city tour will take you to the famous landmarks of Mumbai such as the Gateway of India, Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus, Marine Drive, and the Hanging Gardens. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 2: Mumbai - Nagpur/Tadoba (100kms)
After breakfast at the hotel, you will be transferred to the airport to catch a flight to Nagpur. Upon arrival in Nagpur, you will be greeted by our driver who will drive you to Tadoba Tiger Reserve. Check-in to the hotel and have dinner. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 3: Tadoba
Begin your day early in the morning with a gypsy safari in Tadoba Tiger Reserve accompanied by a naturalist. Return to the hotel for breakfast. Spend the day at leisure. Later in the afternoon, take another gypsy safari in the tiger reserve accompanied by a naturalist. Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 4: Tadoba - Pench (210kms)
Start your day early in the morning with a gypsy safari in the tiger reserve with a naturalist. After breakfast, check out from the hotel and proceed to Pench. Check-in to the hotel and have lunch. Spend the rest of the day at leisure. Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 5: Pench
Start your day early in the morning with a gypsy safari in the tiger reserve accompanied by a naturalist. Return to the hotel for breakfast. Spend the day at leisure. Later in the afternoon, take another gypsy safari in the tiger reserve accompanied by a naturalist. Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 6: Pench - Kanha (200kms)
Start your day early in the morning with a gypsy safari in the tiger reserve with a naturalist. After breakfast, check out from the hotel and proceed to Kanha. Check-in to the hotel and have lunch. Spend the rest of the day at leisure. Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 7: Kanha
Begin your day early in the morning with a gypsy safari in the tiger reserve accompanied by a naturalist. Return to the hotel for breakfast. Spend the day at leisure. Later in the afternoon, take another gypsy safari in the tiger reserve accompanied by a naturalist. Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 8: Kanha - Bandhavgarh (280kms)
Start your day early in the morning with a gypsy safari in the tiger reserve with a naturalist. After breakfast, check out from the hotel and proceed to Bandhavgarh. Check-in to the hotel and have lunch. Spend the rest of the day at leisure. Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 9: Bandhavgarh
Begin your day early in the morning with a gypsy safari in the tiger reserve accompanied by a naturalist. Return to the hotel for breakfast. Spend the day at leisure. Later in the afternoon, take another gypsy safari in the tiger reserve accompanied by a naturalist. Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 10: Bandhavgarh - Khajuraho (230kms)
After breakfast, you will embark on a morning gypsy safari in the Bandhavgarh tiger reserve. Later, check out from the hotel and drive to Khajuraho, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a famous tourist destination. On arrival, check in at the hotel and spend the rest of the day at leisure.
Day 11: Khajuraho - Varanasi (flight)
After breakfast, visit the well-maintained UNESCO World Heritage Site, exploring the eastern, western, and southern group of temples adorned by erotic and sensuous carvings. After sightseeing, transfer to the airport to board a flight for Varanasi. On arrival, transfer to the hotel. In the evening, attend the Holy Ganga Aarti, a religious ceremony on the banks of the Ganges River.
Day 12: Varanasi
Early in the morning, enjoy a boat ride and ghat visit along the Ganges and witness the scene of devotees bathing and praying in the sacred water. After breakfast, embark on a city tour of Varanasi and Sarnath, the holy site where Lord Buddha gave his first sermon.
Day 13: Varanasi - Delhi (flight)
After breakfast, transfer to the airport to board a flight for Delhi. On arrival, transfer to the hotel. Later, embark on a city tour of Old and New Delhi, covering the Red Fort, Jama Masjid, Raj Ghat, India Gate, President's House, and Parliament House.
Day 14: Delhi - Departure
After breakfast, check out from the hotel and transfer to the airport for your onward flight.
- Assistance on arrival at airport.
- 13 Nights' accommodation in selected price category hotels.
- Daily breakfast at hotels.
- Private AC car/van for airport transfers, sightseeing, and excursions as per the program.
- English speaking tour guide on sightseeing days (local guide in each city), as per program.
- 12-Time safari as per program in National Parks with naturalist.
- Monument entrances and activities charges mentioned in the itinerary.
- Bottled drinking water in car.
- Government taxes.
Hotels used or similar for 13 nights accommodation
Mumbai x 1 night
3* - Hotel Suba Palace/ BW Hotel Sahil
4* - Sun-N-Sand Hotel/ Fariyas Hotel
5* - Trident Hotel/ ITC Grand Central
Tadoba Andhari National Park x 2 nights
3* - Tadoba Tiger King Resort/ Serai Tiger
4* - Tadoba Jungle Camp/ Red Earth
5* - The Bamboo Forest Safari Lodge/ Waghoba Eco Lodge
Pench National Park x 2 nights
3* - The Riverwood Forest Retreat/ Jungle Home
4* - Pench Jungle Camp/ Tuli Veer Bagh Resort & Spa
5* - Pench Tree Lodge/ Tathastu Resorts
Kanha National Park x 2 nights
3* - Infinity Kanha Wilderness/Soulacia Kanha
4* - Kanha Jungle Camp/ Kipling Camp
5* - Kanha Earth Lodge/ Singinawa Jungle Lodge
Bandhavgarh National Park x 2 nights
3* - Infinity Resort Tiger Trails Resort
4* - Lemon Tree Wild Life Resort/ Syna Tigir Resort
5* - Pugdundee Safaris - Kings Lodge/ Samode Safari Lodge
Khajuraho x 1 night
3* & 4* - Ramada/Clarks Hotel
5* - Radisson Hotel/ Hotel Chandela
Varanasi x 2 nights
3* - Meraden Grand/ Amaya Hotel
4* - Rivatas by Ideal/ Palace On Ganges
5* - Radisson Hotel/ Gateway Hotel Taj
Delhi x 1 night
3* - Madhuban Hotel/ Emarald Hotel
4* - The Royal Plaza/ Country Inn & Suite Saket
5* - Le Meridien/ The Claridges
- Mumbai - Nagpur & Khajuraho - Varanasi - Delhi flight fare approx INR 15, 500 per person in economy class.
- Camera charges at monuments if any.
- Meals other than mentioned in the inclusions.
- Expenses of personal nature like liquor, laundry, tips, telephone, fax, internet etc.
- Gratuities and optional activities.
- Anything not mentioned in inclusions.