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Taj Mahal With Tiger Tour |
Duration : 09 Days / 08 Nights
Places Covered : Delhi - Sariska - Jaipur - Ranthambhore - Bharatpur - Fatehpur Sikri - Agra - Delhi |
| Day 01: Delhi |
Begin your tour.
Arrive into Delhi
Welcome to Vardhman's ' Taj Mahal With Tiger Tour'! On arrival in Delhi, you will be met and transferred by Vardhman's representative to your hotel.
Overnight: Hotel
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| Day 02: Delhi |
This morning proceed for a city tour of Old Delhi.
City tour Old Delhi.
Old Delhi tour covers the Red Fort built by Emperor Shah Jahan in 1638 AD, Jama Masijd, the largest mosque in India also built by Shah Jahan, Raj Ghat and Shanti Van-the cremation sites of Mahatma Gandhi and Pt. Jawaharlal Nehru and drives past Chandni Chowk, the street of silversmiths in Old Delhi
City tour of New Delhi.
New Delhi visit includes Qutab Minar, one of the earliest remains of Imperial Delhi (13th century AD) Humayun's Tomb - the fine monument believed to be forerunner of the Taj Mahal, India Gate, the 42 metre high arch was raised as a memorial to soldiers who died in war, drives past Parliament House, President's House, Secretariat Building, Laxminarayan Temple and Connaught Place.
Overnight: Hotel |
| Day 03: Delhi - Sariska |
This morning drive to Sariska On arrival, check-in at the hotel.
Sariska Tiger Reserve is situated in the northern part of the Aravali hills, nearly 200 kms. From Delhi on the Delhi-Alwar-Jaipur Road. An area of 800 sq. kms, Sariska was declared a sanctuary in 1955 and it became a Tiger Reserve in 1979.
In Sariska, wildlife observation at the water holes is fascinating during the hot days of April, May and June. Water requirements increase and wildlife activities get restricted to the water holes, specially around Kalighati and Slopka. Sambars, chitals, nilgais, chausinghas, jackals, wild boars, langurs etc. visit water holes throughout the day. The tiger appears around dusk or during the silence of the night. Besides leopard, the hyena, jungle cat and wild dog are the other main predators.
Proceed on a safari in the afternoon.
Overnight: Hotel |
| Day 04: Sariska - Jaipur |
This morning after breakfast, we drive to Jaipur.
Enroute visit Amer Fort
Amer Fort, set in a picturesque location is a fascinating blend of Hindu and Muslim architecture. Built in the 16th century by Raja Maansingh in red sandstone and white marble, the palace complex has some very interesting apartments. Jai Mandir, Sheesh Mahal, Sukh Niwas, Ganesh Pol and Temple of Kali are some of the prominent areas of interest. Elephants are provided to ascend the fort to visit the complex.
Check-in at the hotel.
Afternoon city sightseeing tour of Jaipur
Jaipur, this city was built by Maharaja Jai Singh, the notable astronomer 260 years ago. Visit the Maharaja's City Palace, the home of the erstwhile royal family, the Observatory, Ram Niwas Gardens, Hawa Mahal or the Palace of winds built in 1799 by Maharaja Sawai Pratap Singh and drive past the historic areas of Jaipur city
Overnight: Hotel |
| Day 05 : Jaipur - Ranthambhore drive |
After breakfast at the hotel, proceed to Ranthambore National Park. On arrival, check into the hotel.
Surrounded by the Vindhyas and the Aravalis, amidst vast, arid and denuded tracts of the desert ecology of Rajasthan, lies the oasis of biomass, the Ranthambhor National Park, spread over an area of 392 sq.kms. of dense forest with nullahs and waterfalls.
The herbivorous population includes chital, sambar, blue bull and chinkara. Sambar deer are the pride of the park. There is no other park in Asia, where these largest of all Asiatic deer can be seen so frequently during the day. Wild boars and langurs are a common sight. Among the reptiles, crocodiles can be seen basking in the sun, near the lakes.
The tiger is the biggest attraction of this park. According to naturalists, Ranthambhore is one of the best parks in the country for observing and photographing the activities of the tiger. Other carnivores in the park include leopard, hyena, jackal, fox, caracal, jungle cat, sloth bear and ratel.
Overnight: Hotel |
| Day 06: Ranthambhore |
Full day free to explore Ranthambore national park.
Overnight: Hotel |
| Day 07: Ranthambhore - Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary (Keoladeo National Park) |
Drive to Bharatpur and on arrival, check-in at the hotel. Afternoon cycle rickshaw ride [at your own cost] for bird watching. Main species found: Siberian crane, cormorant, stork, spoonbill, quail, coot, heron, teal, tern, sambar, chital, blackbuck, wild boar, civet, etc.
One can see colorful kingfishers, graceful pelicans, rare Siberian cranes and trans-continental fliers. Migratory water-fowl are amongst the 375 species of birds found in the Keoladeo National Park. The most spectacular nesting is that of the egrets, storks, herons and cormorants, which make over 10,000 nests every year. This makes the sanctuary one of the outstanding bird havens of the world.
Overnight: Hotel |
| Day 08: Bharatpur - Fatehpur Sikri - Agra |
This morning drive to Agra en-route visiting Fatehpur Sikri.
Fatehpur Sikri: The deserted, red Sandstone City, Emperor Akbar built that as his capital and palace in the late 16th century is an exhilarating experience. It a veritable fairytale city and its "ruins" are in pristine condition ... it's not hard to imagine what the court life must have been like in the days of it's grandeur. Also visit the Buland Darwaza, the largest gateway in the world.
Reach Agra & check into your hotel for overnight rest.
Overnight: Hotel |
| Day 09: Agra - Delhi |
Morning sightseeing tour of Agra.
Agra, the home of the immortal Taj Mahal [closed on every Friday], the inimitable poem in white marble is the first expression of love of the Emperor Shah Jahan for his queen Mumtaz Mahal. This great monument was completed in 1653 AD. Agra Fort, the imposing structure on the banks of the river Yamuna is replete with priceless examples of craftsmanship in the Mughal period, including the beautiful pearl Mosque, it was designed and built by Emperor Akbar in 1565 AD. The tomb of Itimad-ud-Daulah built between 1622 AD by the Empress Nur Jehan, in memory of her father, Ghias-id-Din Beg., is considered a precursor of the Taj Mahal.
Later, we drive back to Delhi's International Airport to board the flight for your onward journey to back home with sweet and unforgettable memories of Taj Mahal With Tiger Tour' escorted by Vardhman Vacations
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Important Notes:
- Check-in / check-out time: 12.00 noon in all hotels
- Kindly arrange your VISA in advance
- Reservations not yet made
- For terms and conditions visit our website http://www.vardhmanvacations.com/
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Holiday price includes:
- Airport- Hotel - Airport transfers + Sightseeing & excursion exactly as per the itinerary by Air-conditioned Indica car OR ac Innova van
- Accommodation on twin sharing basis
- Daily Buffet Breakfast in the hotels
- Hotels mentioned are subject to availability
- Meet and assist services on arrival/Departure
- All Excursions and Sightseeing
- All parking, road taxes, government taxes and driver allowances
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Holiday price Excludes:
- Any Air Fare / Train fare
- Any extra meal i.e. Lunch and Dinner at any place/hotel
- Guide fee & Entrance fee at the monuments/Parks/Sanctuary/Temples
- Any Optional activity/ tour
- Any expenses arising out of unforeseen circumstances like flight delay / cancellation, strike or any other natural calamities.
- Any expenses of personal nature such as laundry expenses, wines, mineral water, food & drink not in the regular menu provided by us, tips to hotel waiters, drivers, etc are to be borne by the passengers.
- Any type of Insurance.
- Camera and video fee at the monuments.
- Anything Not mentioned under the head "Holiday Price Includes"
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TOUR COST PER PERSON [MINIMUM 2 PAX] :
TOUR COST PER PERSON [MINIMUM 4 PAX] : |
| Places |
STANDARD/BUDGET HOTELS ENVISAGED |
| DELHI |
HOTEL ORCHID GARDEN |
| SARISKA |
TIGER DEN |
| JAIPUR |
JAIPUR HERITAGE |
| RANTHAMBHORE |
SIDDHI VINAYAK |
| BHARATPUR |
BIRDER'S INN |
| AGRA |
PANNA PARADISE |
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