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TAJ MAHAL & WILDLIFE TOUR INDIA
Day 01 : Arrive Delhi
Arrive in Delhi this evening. You are met upon arrival and escorted to your hotel.
Day 02 : Delhi Sightseeing
Embark on your tour of Old and New Delhi. Visit Old Delhi covering the Red Fort, Raj Ghat, Ashoka Pillar and the mile-long Chandni Chowk bazaar. Afternoon tour New Delhi, drive along Rajpath to view the Parliament House, the President’s House and India Gate. Visit the Humayun’s Tomb, Qutab Minar and Birla Temple.
Overnight at hotel.
Day 03 : Delhi – Agra (By Train)
 Morning in time transfer to railways station to board train for Agra. Full day city tour of Agra with visit to world famous Taj Mahal & Agra Fort.
Overnight at hotel.
Day 04 : Agra – Jhansi (Shatabdi Express) - Orchha – Khajuraho (210 Kms)
Morning in time transfer to railway station to board train for Jhansi, on arrival you will be transferred by surface to Khajuraho enroute visiting Orchha followed by a lunch.
Overnight at hotel.
Day 05 : Khajuraho – Bandhavgarh (300 Kms)
Visit the principal Eastern group of Jain temples this morning, more modest and less ornate than the Western Group. This cluster reflects the simplicity inherent in Jainism. Later, drive to Bandhavgarh, which is the home of the Tiger and other species; such as Indian Bison, Sambar Deer, Barking Deer and Blue Bull. Spend two days of game viewing and bird watching in these valleys.
 Overnight at hotel.
Day 06 : Bandhavgarh National Park
Enjoy morning & afternoon game viewing.
Overnight at hotel.
Day 07 : Bandhavgarh – Kanha (250 Kms)
Morning leave by surface to Kanha, the original country Rudyard Kipling so vividly described in The Jungle Book. Kanha is home to some 22 species of mammals. Most commonly spotted are Langur, Jackals, Wild Pigs, Spotted Deer, Swamp Deer, Sambar and Black Bucks. You may also see Tigers, Indian Hares, Wild Dogs, Barking Deer, Indian Fox, Sloth Bear, Striped Hyena, Panthers, Mouse Deer, Indian Bison, Jungle Cats, four-horned Antelope, Blue Bulls, Ratel and Indian Porcupines. Kanha also has 200 species of birds. Spend two days game viewing and bird watching in Kanha, a true haven for the animal and avian population.
Overnight at hotel.
Day 08 : Kanha National Park
Enjoy morning and afternoon game viewing.
Overnight at jungle resort.
Day 09 : Kanha – Pench (210 Kms)
Morning leave by surface to Pench, the area is especially famous for large herds of Gaur (Indian Bison), Cheetal, Sambar, Nilgai, Wild Dog and Wild Pig. The key predator is the Tiger followed by Leopard, Wild Dog and Wolf. Other animals include Sloth Bear, Chousingha, Chinkara, Barking Deer, Jackal, Fox, Palm Civet, Small Indian Civet, Jungle Cat, Hyena, Porcupine etc.
Overnight at hotel.
Day 10 : Pench National Park
Enjoy morning and afternoon game viewing.
Overnight at hotel.
Day 11 : Pench – Pachmarchi (280 Kms)
Morning leave by surface to Pachmarhi, city is Madhya Pradesh's most verdant jewel, a place where nature has found exquisite expression in myriad enchanting ways. Green shades embrace the mountains, and everywhere is heard the gentle murmur of flowing water. Bridle paths lead into tranquil forest glades, groves of wild bamboo and jamun, dense sal forests and delicate bamboo thickets.
Complementing the magnificence of nature are the works of man; Pachmarhi is also an archaeological treasure-house. In cave shelters in the Mahadeo Hills is an astonishing richness in rock paintings. Most of these have been placed in the period 500-800 AD, but the earliest paintings are an estimated 10,000 years old.
Overnight at hotel.
Day 12 : Pachmarchi
Morning embark for the city tour with visit to Bee Fall, Handi Khoh, Mahadeo, Jata Shankar, Pandav Caves, Catholic Church & Christ Church. Balance day free to relax.
Overnight at hotel.
Day 13 : Pachmarchi – Bhopal (200 Kms)
The capital of Madhya Pradesh, Bhopal was built in the 11th century by Raja Bhoj of the Parmara Dynasty. Originally known as Bhojapal, the new city of Bhopal has come a long way in time to become one of the most historically rich and cultural treasure cove of India. This city is renowned for its masques and due to the presence of two beautiful lakes is also known as the City of Lakes.
Bhopal is situated on the northwestern part of Madhya Pradesh and lies along the sandstone ridge of the Malwa Plateau. Sharing a rich historical past in its foundation, the Bhopal city is demarcated in two halves by the Upper Lakes and Lower Lakes. The city can be visited throughout the year but it is advisable to avoid the scorching summer.
A city of the nawabs and the begums, so ethnic and magical has turned into a popular tourist destination in recent years. Apart from its scenic beauty Bhopal boasts of a large number of worth visiting tourists spots steeped in history and legends and are of great national heritage. Some are real masterpieces of architectural excellence.
Overnight at hotel.
Day 14 : Bhopal
Morning embark city with visit to the mosques the notable ones are Jama Masjid, Taj-ul-Masjid and Moti Masjid, Lakshmi Narayan Temple & Bhojeshwar Temple, Museums, Bharat Bhavan, Shaukat Mahal, Sadar Mahal, Old Bhopal. Evening visit to Lake.
Day 15 : Bhopal – Delhi (By air)
After leisurely morning in time transfer to airport to connect flight to Delhi. On arrival transfer to nearest local restaurant / Hotel to enjoy last evening farewell dinner. Later transfer to International airport to connect flight for onward journey.
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