Wildlife Odyssey
Duration : 16 Nights / 17 Days
Destinations : Delhi - Sariska - Jaipur
- Ranthambore - Bharatpur - Agra - Khajuraho - Bandhavgarh - Kanha - Nagpur
- Mumbai
 Day
01 : Arrive Delhi
On arrival at Delhi International Airport you will be met by swagatam representative
and transfer to the hotel. Rest of the day free.
Day 02 : Delhi
Red Fort - one of the magnificent places in east Delhi with Divan-E-Aam, where
once stood the jeweled Peacock Throne, and the graceful Pearl Mosque. The
massive fort was constructed in 1648 by the great Mughal emperor Shah Jahan.
Among the other exotic locations comes the Jama Masjid, which is considered
the biggest Mosque in India, Chandni Chowk - a typical Bazaar with narrow
lanes and traditional traders, Qutub Minar and the Humayun's Tomb. The city
designed and built by the Britishers in 1920s, is a city of wide boulevards,
architectural marvels, historical buildings, and serene surroundings. A city
with rich heritage of multi cultures and languages - New Delhi. This and there’s
more to explore….
Day 03 : Delhi - Sariska
Morning proceed to Sariska. On arrival check in hotel. Afternoon jeep safari
to explore the Tiger Reserve. The reserve also has a large population of nilgai,
sambar, chital, wild boar, jackal, hare, lizard, etc.
Day 04 : Sariska - Jaipur
Morning proceed by jeep safari to the Tiger Reserve and thereafter continue
to the pink city called Jaipur. On arrival check in at the hotel. After having
lunch proceed to Jaipur the capital of Rajasthan knows as pink city. Transfer
to the hotel.
 Day
05 : Jaipur
What better can the day begin off than with the delicious and spicy breakfast
and proceeds with the journey to Amber. Situated atop a hill overlooking the
city is the city of Amber. The Palace is laid out at different levels on the
hillside and surrounded by a fortress. A ride on a decorated elephant to ascend
the hill to the Palace is a thrilling experience for every visitor. And in
the afternoon starts the tour to Jaipur. Jaipur, popularly known as Pinkcity
and built in 1727 AD by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II, is picturesquely situated
in the heart of Rajasthan surrounded on all sides except on the south by rugged
hills crowded with medieval fortresses. Visit the City Palace, Mubarak Hall,
Chandra Mahal and Pothikhana, which house a rare collection of paintings and
manuscripts as well as the museum of Arms and Armory. Also visit Jantar Mantar
- Jai Singh's observatory and the Hawa Mahal or Palace of Winds .
Day 06 : Jaipur - Ranthambore
Morning is at leisure to explore the pink city at your own . Afternoon transfer
to Ranthambore, RANTHAMBORE NATIONAL PARK nestling in the Aravali hills, in
the m idst of the arid plains and denuded tracts of Rajasthan in North India.
Day 07 : Ranthambore
Morning jungle safari by Jeep. RANTHAMBORE NATIONAL PARK. Early morning is
the perfect time to see animals. Though tiger sightings can be elusive, the
valley abounds in other riches an aboundance of wildlife of all sorts and
romantic ruins. The afternoon is set aside of relaxing; another game drive
is set for early this evening.
 Day
08 : Ranthambore - Bharatpur - Agra
Morning after having breakfast proceed to Agra enroute visit India's most
famous wet land, situated in a natural shallow depression at the western edge
of the Gangetic plains called Bharatpur. Essentially a manmade landscape,
the Maharajah of Bharatpur had in the 1700s created the original lagoons and
bunds to attract waterfowl for shooting. It is designated as a wetland of
global importance under the Ramsar Convention and is a World Heritage site.
Here, total of 350 species of birds have been recorded, most famous of which
is the Siberian Crane. Then proceed to Agra.
Day 09 : Agra
Morning city tour of Agra. You will visit to Agra Fort, a fort that represents
the architecture in the periods of the three great Mughal Emperors. The city
with its laid - back life style and its immense wealth of architecture, handcrafts
and jewellery is amongst the most remarkable cities of the world. The sightseeing
tour starts from Taj Mahal - the most perfect architectural monument in the
world, erected by Shah Jahan in memory of his favorite wife, Queen Mumtaz
Mahal. Begun in 1632, completion of the white marble edifice required the
work of 20,000 men for 21 years.
Day 10 : Agra - Khajuraho
Morning city sightseeing tour of Khajuraho. The sculptures in the temples
of Khajuraho are enshrined in wall niches. Provocative maidens, dancers, musicians
and embracing couples are adorned within the temples, which are by themselves,
masterpieces of Indian Art. Discover the temples in your half-day city tour.
Day 11 : Kahjuraho - Bandhavgarh
Today you will proceed by surface to Bandhavgarh, situated in the Vindhya
hill ranges is an undulating area of forests and open grasslands. The park
has tiger, barking deer, spotted deer, sambar, nilgai, chausingha, chinkara,
gaur, wild boar, jackal, sloth bear and leopard. The surrounding forests have
a varied bird life and elephant rides are available at Tala. Take permission
locally to see the fort, which belongs to the Rewa's erstwhile royal family
as the carvings and view from the top are worth the climb.
Day 12 : Bandhavgarh
Full day jungle safari of Bandhavgarh.
Day 13 : Bandhavgarh - Kanha ( Kanha Jungle Lodge)
Drive to the National Park of Kanha, India's most visited wildlife area, 1,945
sq km area contains an abundant community of animals and birds. It is famous
for the wonderful views of tiger's visitors get from elephant back. Kanha
is also famous for its gaur and the hard-hoofed swamp deer. The park has a
comprehensive interpretation center and screens interesting wildlife films
every evening. On arrival check-in at the hotel.
Day 14 : Kanha
Full day jungle safari on elephants.
Day 15 : Kanha - Nagpur - Mumbai
Morning proceed by surface to Nagpur. Airport to connect flight for Mumbai
. On arrival at Mumbai transfer to the hotel.
Day 16 : Mumbai
 Morning
departure from Mumbai Harbour and there awaits a wonder, an excursion to the
small island of Elephanta, also called 'Gharpuri', heading to the Great Cave
temple of Lord Shiva. Radiating might and mildness, awesome power and tender
benevolence in one majestic, stands an awe struck 18 - foot colossal 3-headed
Trimurti of Brahma, Vishnu and Shiva. In the afternoon the city tour heads
to the exotic and architectural Malabar Hill, Kamala Nehru Park, the Hanging
Gardens, Parsi Towers of Silence and proceeds to the city’s splendid
Marine Drive to chowpatty beach, the Prince of Wales Museum, Gateway of India,
to the Crawford’s market.
Day 17 : Mumbai
Transfer to the International airport to connect flight back home
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