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TIGER
TRAILS
A
Safari in India
This tour covers Pench,
Kanah & Bandhavgarh
the three most exciting and amazing jungles in the
Heart of India.These jungles are renowned all over
the world to spot the Big Cats, Tigers in their Natural
Habitat. Rudyard Kipling chose these jungles for his
classic tale the Jungle Book.
Visit to Hyderabad, Nagpur, Khajurow, Agra the city
of TajMahal and Delhi are additional bonuses in this
tour.
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Tour
Summary
|
Map
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Day
|
Place
|
|
01-02
|
Hyderabad |
|
03
|
Hyderabad / Nagpur (Flight) & Nagpur/ Pench |
| 04 |
Pench |
|
05
|
Pench
/ Kanha |
|
06
|
Kanha |
|
07
|
Kanha / Bandhavgrh |
| 08 |
Bandhavgarh |
| 09 |
Bandhavgarh / Khajuraho |
| 10 |
Khajuraho |
| 11 |
DriveKhajuraho / Orchha & Jhansi / Agra
(Train) |
| 12 |
Agra |
| 13 |
Agra / Fatehpur Sikri / Bharatpur |
| 14 |
Bharatpur / Delhi (Train) |
| 15 |
Delhi |
| 16 |
Delhi / Home |
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|
Day
01: Arrive Hyderabad : -
Namaste! We are warmly welcomed the traditional Indian
way with hands clapped together. After immigration
and custom formalities, we are transferred to our Hotel.
Overnight: Taj Deccan (2 nights)
Day 02: Hyderabad:
Hyderabad, capital of Andra Pradesh,designed
by a pet and built on the same plans as the majestic
Isfahan in Iran,has become
the most talked about city in India today.We tour the galleries of the “Charminar”the
majestic Mecca masjid,Falaknuma and Chowmukha palaces,Regency Mansion and Birla
Temple. (B)
Day
03: Hyderabad / Nagpur (Flight) Nagpur/ Pench (Drive
95 Kms)
After short flight to Nagpur, we are taken
on a short tour of the city. The Sanskrit poet
Kalidasa composed his epic "Meghdoot" in
Nagpur. The main attractions here are over 600
years old Ram temple, the Jain temple for its beautiful
carvings and sculpture. In the heart of the city
lies a huge ground with structure of stupa built
on it. This Diksha Bhoomi is the religious place
for the Buddhists and neo- Buddhists; from here
we proceed to Pench National Park.
Overnight: Baghvan
Jungle Lodge (2 Nights) (B, D)
Day
04: Pench
Pench National Park, nestling in the lower southern reaches of the Satpura
hills is named after Pench River, which flows from north to south. This national
received international recognition from Rudyard Kipling’s classic tale,
the Jungle Book. In Pench, Cheetal, Sambar, nilgai are commonly seen grazing
on roadsides and banks of river. Jackals can be seen in search of food. Packs
of up to 15 wild dogs can be seen near Chhedia, Jamtara, Bodanala and Pyorthadi
areas of the Reserve.
In summer months, Herds of gaur can be spotted near streams and bamboo patches.
Sloth beer occupy hilly, rocky out crops and favour mahul bel infested forest.
Chnkara is present in very small numbers and is found in open areas around
Turia, Telia and Dudhgaon villages. Langoors are very common in Pench, whereas
the Rhesus monkeys may be seen occasionally on the fringes. Peafowl, Red jungle
fowl, Crow pheasant, Crimson breasted barbet, Redvented bulbul, Racket tailed
drongo, Magpie robin and lesser whistling tealare among the 210 species of
ordinary and migratory birds Commonly seen. (B, L, D)
Day
05: Pench / Kanha (Drive 200 Kms.)
Today morning we proceed to Kanha National Park.
In 1973,when project Tiger was launched to save the
tiger,
Kanha was one of nine tiger reserve selected for
the project. It is prime tiger country and is Project
Tiger’s
success storey. On arrival in the Park, we check
in our Resort. Rest of the day is free for relaxation.
Overnight: Kanha Jungle Lodge (2 Nights) (B, L,
D)
Day 06: Kanha
A full day is free to explore the Kanha National Park. The park comprises Sal
forest, large bamboo stretches and Lush green meadows and 70 different tree
species.
In the central parklands where unique species such as striped palm squirrel,
common langur, mouse deer, wild pig, stripped hyena. Leopard and other Herds
of animals are found. Besides that over 200 recorded bird species are found
here. (B, L, D)
Day 07: Kanha / Bandhavgrh (Drive 257 Kms)
Nestled among the Vindhya hills and lush tropical forests, this is one
of
India’s
most scenic national park. Of Madhya Pradesh with an area of 168sq miles (437sq
km) it contains a wide variety of habitats and a high density of game, including
a large number of Tigers. This is also the White tiger country. These have
been found in the old state of Rewa for Many years. Maharaja Martand Singh
captured the last known in 1951. On arrival in Bhandavgarh we check in our
hotel Mahua Kothi. The lodge sprawls over the 40-acre grounds,
Later we explore the national Park.
Overnight: Mahua Kothi Jungle Lodge
(2 Nights) (B, L, D)
Day 08: Bandhavgarh
Today we visit the oldest fort in India, Fort Bandhavgarh - considered to be
more than 2500 years old. Apart from the avatars, well worth seeing are three
small temples of around the 12th century. These temples are deserted but the
fort is still used as a place of worship. Later we come back to Bandhavgarh
National park. (B, L, D)
Day
09: Bandhavgarh / Khajuraho (Drive 271 Kms)
In the morning we drive to to Khajuraho, home of splendid temples. On arrival
at Khajuraho we are transferred to our hotel. Rest of the day is free at leisure.
Overnight: Taj Chandela (2 Nights) (B)
Day 10: Khajuraho
Our Khajuraho visit starts with the temples that have been designated a UNESCO
World Heritage Site. The temples were built during the apogee of the Chandella
dynasty between 950 and 1050 AD. Today only 20 temples remain and they fall
into three distinct groups and belong to two different religions - Hinduism
and Jainism. Theses beautiful temples strike a perfect balance between architecture
and sculpture. The Kandariya is decorated with a profusion of sculptures that
are among the greatest masterpieces of Indian art. (B)
Day
11: DriveKhajuraho / Orchha - Jhansi / Agra (Train)
In the morning we depart for Jhansi on the way we visit
incredible Ramayana Museum at Orchha, an amazing medieval
fortress-city located on the shores of the Betwa River.Orcha
has. At Jhansi we embark on the luxury first class
train to Agra.
Overnight: Taj View Hotel (2 Nights)
(B)
Day
12: Agra
In the morning we visit two World Heritage Sites the
greatest monument of love, Taj Mahal, best described
as 'poetry in marble' because of its beauty, grace
and exquisite workmanship, built by the Mughal Emperor
Shah Jahan in 1630 as a memorial to his beloved queen
Mumtaz Mahal. Surely it is and truly one of the wonders
of the world. Next we visit Agra Fort, where Shah Jehan,
in the later years of his life, was imprisoned by his
son to prevent him from spending the family fortunes
on a black echo of the Taj Mahal. (B)
Day 13: Agra / Fatehpur Sikri / Bharatpur (Drive 56 Kms)
Another highlight day as we visit, once again, two World Heritage Sites
in one day. Marvel Fatehpur Sikri; the beautiful capital built in 1640 by the
Moghul king Akbar the Great. It was later abandoned due to lack of water but
still is a superb example of Moghul architecture standing perfectly and well
preserved in the desert. We visit the artistically designed mausoleum of Salim
Chisty, who is reputed to have prayed for a son for Akbar leading to the birth
of Salim Jehangir, the builder of the Taj Mahal. We then proceed to a different
heritage – the Keoladeo National Park, popularly known as Bharatpur Bird
Sanctuary. One of the most important bird sanctuaries in the world, Shallow
lakes, divided by a network of dikes and roads suitable for strolling, are
home to more than 350 species of birds, including three types of herons, four
of egrets, three of storks and two of cranes (including the rare Siberian crane,
in winter months). We explore the Keoladeo Ghana National Park by walking,
bike buggy or by cycle rickshaws.
Overnight: Laxmi Vilas Palace Hotel (1 Night) (B)
Day
14: Bharatpur / Delhi (Train) (Operates daily except Sunday)
Today we are transferred to railway station for our train to Delhi. On arrival
at Delhi we are met and transferred to our hotel. Rest of the day is free at
leisure.
Overnight: Taj Palace Hotel (2 Nights) (B)
Day 15: Delhi
The capital of India is a true reflection of the old and new of India. We visit
the famous India Gate followed by the Houses of Parliament, Connaught Place
and the Qutab Minar - a perfect minaret towering 102 m into the sky. New Delhi
is an exotic blend of Mughal, Hindu, British and modern and independent India.
Our tour of Old Delhi takes us back to the reign of the Moghuls with the famous
Red Fort. Built by Shah Jehan, this was once the most opulent fort of the Mughal
Empire. Next we visit the majestic Jama Masjid, India's largest mosque, followed
by the Raj Ghat, the cremation site of Mahatma Gandhi. We end our tour with
a bazaar experience at Chandni Chawlk, the street of silver and goldsmiths. (B)
Day 16: Delhi / Home
Today we are transferred to the airport for our flight back home. (B)

Departure
Dates
|
2008
English
Speaking Departures
Jan 11, Feb 08, Mar 14, Apr 11, May 09, Jun 06, Jul 04, & Aug 08,
Sep 12, Oct 10, Nov 14 & Dec 12
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| Tour
Price Includes |
Tour
Price Does Not Include |
| Accommodation
on twin-share basis in hotels as
mentioned or similar |
International
airfare & Airport tax |
| Meals
as indicated as per the itinerary (B=Breakfast, L=Lunch, D=Dinner) |
Insurance |
Entrance
fees to sites:
- Museum
Park fees at National Parks
- Photographic
fees (non-professional) at Pench & Bandhavgarh.
- Forest guide fees at National Parks
- Elephant
Safari fees at Pench & Bandhavgarh
- Scheduled safaris morning and evening at
National Park.
- Emergency
medical evacuation insurance at Pench & Bandhavgarh.
|
Liability
for change in itinerary due to reasons beyond
our control like change in schedule / cancellation
of flights / trains / political disturbances,
natural phenomenon etc. |
| All
transfers and sightseeing on air-conditioned
vehicles |
Visas |
| Air
Fare for Mumbai-Nagpur sector |
Beverages & Gratuities |
| Train Fare for Jhansi-Agra, Bharatpur-Delhi in
Chair Car |
|
| Services
of local English speaking guide for the sight-seeing
as per the itinerary at each city |
|
| Assistance
on arrival / departure and Porter's fee at the
airport and railway station only |
|
Tour
Price
|
|
We
accept payment in US $ (US Dollars), CA
$ (Canadian Dollars) or equivalent EURO
(for clients outside North America).
Bestway
Tours & Safaris offers conversion rate
protection. Once full payment has been
received, and no modification has been made
to the tour itinerary, we will honour that
rate.
For
complete payment procedures, please download Bestway_Payment_Info.pdf
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| Departure |
Double
Occupancy |
Single
Room Supplement |
| 2008 |
US
$ 7660 CA $ 7660 |
US
$ 1640 CA $ 1640 |
Hotels
| City |
Luxury
Hotels |
Hyderabad
(2 Nights)
|
Taj Deccan– 5 Star
Deluxe
(Residency Room) |
Pench
National Park
(2 Nights)
|
Baghvan Jungle Lodge
(Standard Room) |
Kanha
National Park
(2 Nights)
|
Kanha Jungle Lodge
(Standard Room) |
Bandhavgarh
(2 Nights)
|
Mahua Kothi Jungle Lodge
(Standard Room) |
Khajuraho
(2 Nights)
|
Taj Chandela
(Superior Garden Facing) |
Agra
(2 Nights)
|
Taj View Hotel
(Superior City / Pool View) |
Bharatpur
(1 Night)
|
Laxmi Vilas Palace Hotel
(Standard Room) |
Delhi
(2 Nights)
|
Taj Palace Hotel
(Deluxe Room) |
|
Estimated
International Airfare - International
airfare is NOT included in this tour
|
| Canada
- West Coast |
CA
$ 1600 |
USA
- West Coast |
US
$ 1400 |
| Canada
- East Coast |
CA
$ 1400 |
USA
- East Coast |
US
$ 1200 |
|
Participants
|
| This
tour operates with a minimum of 2 participants. |
Notes
- General Conditions
|
| The
price are on Per Person basis - All prices are
subject to any revision of tax and tariff structure. |
Customised
Itinerary
If you would like to have a tour on dates other
than the above ones or with a customised itinerary,
please contact us and we will be happy to work
out an exclusive program for you.
Foreign Language Departures
Please contact us for information on French, German, Italian and Spanish speaking
departures.
You may e-mail us at bestway@bestway.com or
call us at 604.264.7378. Residents of U.S.A./Canada may call us
toll free at 1.800.663.0844. |
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Tours & Safaris |
Site last updated May 02,
2008 |
| Photographs by Peter
Langer & Mahmood
Poonja |
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