DAYS 1-2 DELHI

On your arrival at the airport in Delhi you will be met and transferred to your hotel, then it’s up to you, spend the rest of your day exploring or relaxing before devoting day 2 to soaking up the fascinating sights and sounds of Delhi on our full day tour.

Delhi’s mix of old and new is sure to awaken the senses. Emerge yourself in Old Delhi and find the energy and colour of this walled city pulsating with the hustle and bustle of bazaars and narrow lanes which twist and turn between tall, leaning houses. Contrast old with new as you enter cosmopolitan New Delhi, Luyten’s landscaped city. It is known for its formal parks, the Rashtrapati Bhawan (the official residence of the President of India designed by Sir Edwin Lutyen) and the India Gate. Visit the Qutab Minar, the 72.5 m high tower dating back to 13th century and Humayun’s Tomb, built in the 16th century and architecturally the fore runner of the Taj Mahal.

Delhi Highlights
• Full day tour of Old & New Delhi
• Jama Masjid
• Qutab Minar
• Humayun’s Tomb

Accommodation & Meals
Classic Tour – 2 nights at The Claridges (Deluxe Room) or similar. (B)*
Premium Tour – 2 nights at The Imperial (Heritage Room) or similar. (B)

DAYS 3-5 BANDHAVGARH NATIONAL PARK

To reach Banhavgarh you’ll fly to Jabalpur and then onwards by road to Bandhavgarh

Bandhavgarh Highlights
• Tigers
• Sloth bears
• Langur monkeys
• Bandhavargh Fort (optional extra)

Bandharvargh National Park was once a Shikargah, or game preserve, of the Marharaja but became a national park in 1968. Bandharvargh boasts one of the highest densities of Bengal Tigers. There are in the region of 50 tigers here and the chances of finding one are good.

Set amongst The Vindhya Hills in Madhya Pradesh, Bandhavgarh is one of India’s smallest National Parks but it’s teaming with wildlife. There are at least 150 species of birds in the park, along with other mammals such as sloth bear, langur monkeys, wild boar, mongoose and chital, sambar and barking deer.

Wildlife isn’t the only draw to this park, the Bandhavgarh Fort, offers breath taking views, a 35 ft reclining statue of Lord Vishnu and the 10th century rock images of the incarnation of the Lord Vishnu. Legend has it that this fort was made by Lord Rama for his younger brother Laxman.

Each day enjoy misty mornings and the sound of birds as you get ready for your dawn jungle safari and a picnic breakfast amongst the wildlife. In the winter months morning safaris require warm clothes. We provide blankets and sometimes even a hot water bottle to help keep the wind chill at bay.
An optional tour to the fort is available.

Accommodation & Meals
Classic Tour – 3 nights at Bandhavgarh Jungle Lodge or similar (B, L, D)
Premium Tour 3 nights at Samode Safari Lodge or similar (B, L, D)

BANDHAVGARH NATIONAL PARK IS CLOSED ON WEDNESDAY AFTERNOONS.

DAYS 6-8 KANHA NATIONAL PARK

After a morning safari in Bandhavgarh we’ll take a drive through rural countryside and colourful towns and villages on our way to Kanha National Park. On the way we’ll make a stop at a city sacred to the Gond tribes, the sleepy Mandla where the Narmada river, second only in holiness to the Ganges, is the centre of activity.

Kanha Highlights
• Tigers & Barasingha
• Village walk
• Cooking demonstration

Kanha National Park is considered one of the finest protected wildlife areas in the world designed to save two endangered species, tiger and barasingha, but don’t let that take away from the other 40+ species of mammals found in the park that will make this an unforgettable experience. Expect to see leopard and wild dog alongside tigers, gaur and chital, porcupine and mongoose and let’s not forget the scavengers like hyena and jackal. With all this fantastic wildlife to see you’ll never want to leave.

As with Bandhavgarh you will take a morning and afternoon jungle safari. The rest of the day can be spent relaxing at the lodge, taking a nature walk, visiting a nearby village/school or maybe enjoy a cooking demonstration highlighting the fabulous local cuisine.

Accommodation & Meals
Classic & Premium Tours – 3 nights at Kanha Jungle Lodge or similar (B, L, D).

KANHA NATIONAL PARK IS CLOSED ON WEDNESDAY AFTERNOONS.

DAYS 9-10 DELHI

After breakfast we’ll transfer you to Raipur airport to board your flight to Delhi and onwards to your hotel.

On day 10 we bid you a fond farewell and transfer you to the airport to board the flight for your onward journey.

Accommodation & Meals
Classic Tour – 1 night at Radisson Blu Plaza or similar (B on day 10 only)
Premium Tour – 1 night at The Trident, Gurgaon or similar (B on day 10 only)

* Key to Accommodation
B = Bed & Breakfast
L = Lunch
D = Dinner

Subject to availability we use the following hotels for our guests

B = Bed & Breakfast
L = Lunch
D = Dinner

What’s included:

• Accommodation on twin sharing basis at hotels mentioned or of a similar category. Rooms will be standard ones unless otherwise specified. We reserve the right to substitute accommodation of an equivalent standard if the accommodation shown is not available during your travel dates
• Meals as specified in the detailed itinerary (B=Breakfast, L=Lunch & D=Dinner).
• Wildlife lodges at Kanha and Bandhavgarh are on full board jungle plan basis inclusive of safaris by jeep.
• One hour elephant safari at  Kanha subject to availability and on a sharing basis
• Services of air conditioned Toyota Innova for airport transfers, sightseeing and drives.
• In Kanha National Park, jeep safaris are exclusive and inclusive of park entry fees and naturalist services.
• Services of English speaking local guide in Delhi & resident naturalist and park guides in national parks.
• Entrance fees including ASI monuments and national parks.
• Mineral water during all transfers, drives, sightseeing, and also during the entire stay at Kanha and Bandhavgarh.
• Meeting / assistance at the time of arrival and departure at airport and during check in/out at hotels in major cities.
• 3.09% Govt. Service Tax on Total Bill.

What’s not included:

• International flights. We are happy to help you book these or you can arrange your own.
• Domestic flights.
• Insurance
• India visa fee
• Full day photographic permit with elephant safari in Bandhavgarh (Price on application)
• Meals or drinks except those specified in the detailed itinerary
• Any services of accompanied escort (supplement advised, if required).
• Tips and gratuities
• Purchases of a personal nature
• Still/video camera fee if any*.
• Any expenses incurred due to any unforeseen situation or any other reason beyond our control including acts of god, change in government tax policy etc.

*Currently there is no camera fees either, still or video, for amateur photography at Kanha and Bandhavgargh National Parks.