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Duration: 14 Nights / 15 Days
Places to Visit: Delhi - Varanasi - Khajuraho - Bandhavgarh - Kanha - Nagpur - Mumbai - Nagarhole - Mysore - Bangalore - Mumbai

Day 01 ARRIVE DELHI
Company representative will receive you on arrival at the international airport in Delhi late in the night or midnight. Transfer to your hotel. Relax.
DELHI, the capital of kingdoms and empires is now a sprawling metropolis with a fascinating blend of the past and the present. It is a perfect introduction to the composite culture of an ancient land.
Overnight at hotel.

Day 02 DELHI
After breakfast, start a full-day tour of Old and New Delhi.
OLD DELHI - A sight-seeing tour of Old Delhi would entail visiting the Raj Ghat - the memorial site where Mahatma Gandhi was cremated; Jama Masjid - the largest mosque in India and the Red Fort - once the most opulent fort and palace of the Moghul Empire.
NEW DELHI - An extensive sight-seeing tour of New Delhi would include a visit to the Humayun's Tomb, the Qutub Minar, a drive along the ceremonial avenue - Rajpath, past the imposing India Gate, Parliament House, the President's Residence and would end with a drive through the Diplomatic Enclave.
Overnight at hotel.

Day 03 DELHI / VARANASI
In the morning transfer to airport to connect flight for Varanasi. Met on arrival in Varanasi and transfer to hotel.
VARANASI, known to the devout as Kashi, is said to have been founded by Shiva, Lord of the Universe. One of the oldest living cities in the world, as also one of the most important pilgrimage sites in India, Varanasi is a major tourist attraction. Situated on the banks of the sacred Ganges, the city has been a centre of learning and civilisation for over 2000 years.
Proceed for a half day city tour of Varanasi visiting Benares Hindu University, Durga temple & Bharat Mata temple (Mother India Temple).

After hotel check-in, excursion to Sarnath, the spiritual centre of Buddhism.
SARNATH, once of the most sacred places for Budhhist, where Lord Buddha gave first sermon after attaining enlightenment. Visit famous Dhamaekha Stupa, Moolgandha Kuti Vihar and famous Sarnath museum having rich collection of antiques from Ancient India.
Overnight at hotel.

Day 04 VARANASI / KHAJURAHO
Visit to Dasaswamedh Ghat early in the morning and take a boat ride on the sacred river Ganges to see the cremation Ghats and witness the living traditions of one of the world's oldest and most important religions. (Start at 0500 hrs. for the best lifetime experience) For you to appreciate this remarkable city, transfer to the banks of the River Ganges before the sun rises. Board a boat with your guide and proceed to the middle of the river, where at sunrise the sight unfolds before you. Thousands of faithful come daily to the banks to bathe and pray while in the background, temples and palaces rise in tiers from the water's edge. Return for a walk through the cobblestone streets along the banks of "Ganga". As shops are opening, the place now becomes a beehive of activity as the faithful are coming and going.

Return to hotel and later fly to Khajuraho.
KHAJURAHO is well known for its magnificent temples, were built between 950 and 1050 A.D. Khajuraho derives its name from the Khajur tree (the date palm tree) which can be found in abundance in the area.The divine sculptures in these temples, are a tribute to Life itself, embodying everything that is sublime and spontaneous about it. The murals depict the life and times of the Chandelas, and celebrate the erotic state of being. They not only testify to the mastery of the craftsman, but also to the extraordinary breadth of vision of the Chandela Rajputs under whose reign, these temples were constructed.
After check-in visit the Eastern group of temples.
Overnight at hotel.

Day 05 KHAJURAHO / BANDHAVGARH
After breakfast, visit Western group of Temples. Later drive to Bandhavgarh Check in at Bandhavgarh Jungle Lodge.
BANDHAVGARH NATIONAL PARK:Set amongst The Vindhya Hills in Madhya Pradesh, Bandhavgarh consists of 168 sq miles of Sal & a mixed forest with large stretches of Bamboo and Grassland to The North. One is generally lucky to view The Tiger, Gaur ( Indian Bison) Chital, Chansingha ( Four horned antelope). This Park houses some 150 species of birds including the Blue Bearded bee eaters, White Browed Fantails, and The Malabar Hornbill. The Bandhavgarh Fort , besides offering breath taking views, houses a 35 ft reclining statue of Lord Vishnu and 10th Century Rock Images of the incarnation of the Lord.
Overnight at Bandhavgarh Jungle Lodge.

Day 06 BANDHAVGARH
Early morning game rides by 4x4 open jeep in the Park. Rest of the morning at leisure. Late afternoon game rides in the park.
Overnight at Bandhavgarh Jungle Lodge.

Day 07 BANDHAVGARH
Early morning game rides by 4x4 open jeep in the Park. Rest of the morning at leisure. Late afternoon game rides in the park.
Overnight at Bandhavgarh Jungle Lodge.

Day 08 BANDHAVGARH / KANHA
Morning game rides in the jungle After breakfast, drive to Kanha Arrive Kanha and check in at Kanha Jungle Lodge.
KANHA NATIONAL PARK:Set on The Chhota Nagpur Plateau in Madhya Pradesh, Kanha provides breath taking vistas of grassy plains and strands of mixed sal / teak forests. This 366 sq mile preserve was set to save two endangered species i.e. Tiger and The Barasingha. You would also have an opportunity to see Swamp Dear, Black Buck, Cheetal, Indian Bison, Barking Dear, Sambhar, Leopard and Tiger.
Overnight at Kanha jungle Lodge.

Day 09 KANHA
Early morning game rides by 4x4 open jeep in the Park. Rest
of the morning at leisure. Late afternoon game rides in the park.
Overnight at Kanha Jungle Lodge.

Day 10 KANHA / NAGPUR / MUMBAI
Drive down to Nagpur from where you will catch a flight to Mumbai.
Arrive Mumbai and transfer to hotel.
Over night at hotel.

Day 11 MUMBAI / BANGLORE / Ranganathittu Bird Sanctuary/NAGARHOLE
After breakfast board flight for Banglore.Arrive Banglore and drive for Nagarhole
, passing through a fascinating landscape mixed with vast, rock-studded hillsides and lush farmland supporting rice, sugar-cane, and millet.
En route, visit Ranganathittu Bird Sanctuary.
NAGARHOLE NATIONAL PARK : This 634 sq. km wildlife sanctuary is in the southeast of Coorg and was, until recently, one of the country's finest deciduous forests and home to tigers, elephants, panthers, sloth bears, bisons, barking deer and smabars. The Forest is home for herds of Elephants, Gaur, Chital, Sambar and Barking Deer, Sloth Bears and Langur. Crocodiles and over a hundred species of Birds. And the elusive Cats - the Leopard and the Tiger.
Overnight at hotel.

Day 12 NAGARHOLE
Morning/evening elephant ride/coracle ride (subject to availability of elephants/favourable weather conditions) and jeep safari into Nagarhole forest.
and wildlife-watching opportunities. Look for some of the park's 250 bird species, including
Overnight at hotel.

Day 13 NAGARHOLE / MYSORE
After an early morning another wildlife viewing expedition into the Park. Later drive to Mysore via Shri Rangapatnam -The island fortress of Hyder Ali and his son Tipu Sultan is picturesquely located in the River Cauvery. Within the fort walls that still carry the poignant scars of Tipu's last stand against the British, are a mosque and the Ranganathaswamy Temple. The 'Daria Daulat', Tipu's summer palace with a beautifully gilded and painted interior and the majestic 'Gumbaz' his mausoleum, are located close to the river.
Arrive Mysore and check into your hotel. Afternoon a half-day tour of Mysore City. Overnight at hotel.

Day 14 MYSORE / BANGLORE / MUMBAI
Morning city tour of Mysore.Visit palace of the Maharaja Palace built in 1911 - 1912.
The palace is of harmonious syntheses of the Hindu and saracenic styles of architecture with archways, domes, turrets, colonnades and sculptures which are magnificent. Visit the Art Gallery.
Later drive for Banglore enroute visit Somnathpur-The star shaped temple at Somnathpur is a splendid example of Hoysala architecture. It is embellished with a profusion of finely sculpted friezes and panels. The temple is well preserved and not to be missed.
Arive Banglore and catch flight for Mumbai.
Later transfer to the International Airport to catch a flight for your onward destination.

Day 15 DEARTURE MUMBAI
Departure Mumbai.





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