taj mahal

Classical India & Wilderness Trail Tour

Duration : 18 Nights / 19 Days

Destinations Covered : Delhi - Jaipur - Ranthambore - Agra - Gwalior - Orchha - Khajuraho - Bandhavgarh - Kanha - Raipur / Jabalpur - Delhi

Highlights

Explore India’s “Classical India with Wilderness Trail” with visits to Delhi, Jaipur, Ranthambore, Agra, Gwalior, Orchha, Khajuraho, Bandhavgarh and Kanha! Start the tour exploring this fascinating cultural and historical centre of India i.e. Delhi - the capital of India. Continue to explore Jaipur which is also called the Pink city which has its spectacular forts and palaces. Continue onto Sawai Madhopur which is famous for its Tiger Reserve to enjoy Jungle Safaris in search of the elusive Tiger. Proceed to the Mughal city of Agra which is the home to the monument ever built for love that is Taj Mahal. You will continue to visit the historic city of Gwalior Enroute visiting Mitawali, Padavali and Bateshwar temples, then continue to Orchha Enroute visiting Sonagiri and Datia and explore the Orchha Fort and centotaphs of the Royal Kings. The exploration will further take you to the city of Khajuraho which is famous for its erotic temples and proceed to the next destination to soak in nature and wildlife, you will get an opportunity to explore the flora and fauna as well as enjoy game drives in search of the elusive tiger at Bandhavgarh and Kanha Tiger Reserves.

Day - 1Arrive Delhi

Arrive Delhi. Traditional welcome on arrival followed by Garlanding and transfer to your hotel. Rest of the day at leisure. Overnight at the hotel.

Day - 2In Delhi - Full day tour of Old & New Delhi

Breakfast at the hotel. Morning drive past the mighty Red Fort, proceed to visit Jama Masjid followed by a rickshaw ride through the narrow lanes of Chandini Chowk. Afternoon drive past the Government buildings of Lutyen’s Delhi followed by a visit to Humayun’s Tomb and Qutab Minar. Overnight at the hotel.

Day - 3Delhi - Jaipur

After breakfast, drive to Jaipur (265 km / 6 hrs). Arrive Jaipur and transfer to your hotel. Evening explore the local markets and enjoy a heritage walk through the old city. Overnight at the hotel. Overnight at the hotel.

Day - 4In Jaipur - Full day tour of the pink city

After breakfast, proceed to explore the Jaipur pink city with a photo-stop at Hawa Mahal. Continue to visit Amber Fort by on way Elephant Ride and return by Car / Jeep. Afternoon visit to the Jantar Mantar (Observatory) followed by visit to the City Palace and it’s museum. Overnight at the hotel.

Day - 5Jaipur - Ranthambore - Afternoon proceed for a Jungle Safari

After breakfast, drive to Ranthambore (160 km / 4 hrs) and transfer to your hotel. In the afternoon proceed for an afternoon game drive in search of the elusive Tiger. Overnight at the hotel.

Day - 6In Ranthambore - Morning and Afternoon Jungle Safari

Early morning proceed for a Jungle Safari at the park. Return to your hotel for breakfast. Morning is at leisure. In the afternoon proceed for another game drive in search of the elusive Tiger or you have an option to visit to the Ranthambore Fort. Overnight at the hotel.

Day - 7Ranthambore - Agra - Early morning take train to Bharatpur

Take a boxed breakfast from the hotel and board Jan Shabtabdi Express to Bharatpur. On arrival in Bharatpur, drive to Agra (60 km / 2 hrs) Enroute visiting the deserted city of Fatehpur Sikri. Arrive and proceed to your hotel. Afternoon proceed to visit Agra Fort and Taj Mahal at Sunset. Overnight at the hotel.

Day - 8Agra - Gwalior - Enroute visiting Mitawli, Padavli and Bateshwar Temples

After breakfast, drive to Gwalior (120 km / 3 hrs) Enroute visiting the fortress at Mitawli, Chausat Yogini Temple at Padavli and visit to the Bateshwar group of temples. On arrival proceed to your hotel. Rest of the day at leisure. Overnight at the hotel.

Day - 9In Gwalior - Full day tour of the fort city

After breakfast, proceed to visit Jai Vilas Palace and Maharaj Bada. In the afternoon visit to Gwalior Fort, Saas Bahu Temple and Teli Ka Mandir. In the evening enjoy Sound & Light Show at Gwalior Fort. Overnight at the hotel.

Day - 10Gwalior - Orchha - Enroute visiting Sonagiri Jain Temple and Datia Palace

After breakfast, drive to Orchha (120 km / 3 hrs) Enroute visiting Sonagiri Jain Temple and Datia Palace. Continue to Orchha and transfer to your hotel. In the afternoon proceed to visit the Orchha Fort including visit to Jehangir Mahal, Raja Mahal, Rai Praveen Mahal, Chaturbhuj Temple and Royal Cenotaphs. Overnight at the hotel.

Day - 11Orchha – Khajuraho – Afternoon visit to the Western group of temples

After breakfast, drive to Khajurhao (180 km / 4 hrs) and transfer to your hotel. In the afternoon proceed to visit the Western Group of Temples and enjoy Sound and Light show in the evening. Overnight at the hotel.

Day - 12Khajuraho - Bandhavgarh - Morning visit to the Eastern & Southern Group of temples

After breakfast, proceed to visit the Eastern and Southern group of temples. In the afternoon drive to Bandhavgarh (230 km / 6 hrs) and transfer to your hotel. Overnight at the hotel.

Day - 13In Bandhavgarh - Morning & Afternoon Safaris

Early morning proceed for a Jungle Safari at the park. Return to your hotel for breakfast and Lunch. In the afternoon proceed for another game drive in search of the elusive Tiger (afternoon safaris are not available on Wednesdays). Overnight at the hotel.

Day - 14In Bandhavgarh - Morning & Afternoon Safaris

Early morning proceed for a Jungle Safari at the park. Return to your hotel for breakfast and Lunch. In the afternoon proceed for another game drive in search of the elusive Tiger (afternoon safaris are not available on Wednesdays). Overnight at the hotel.

Day - 15Bandhavgarh - Kanha - Morning Safari to the park

Early morning proceed for a Jungle Safari at the park. Return to your hotel for breakfast and drive to Kanha (250 km / 7 hrs) and transfer to your hotel. Overnight at the hotel.

Day - 16In Kanha - Morning & Afternoon Safaris

Early morning proceed for a Jungle Safari at the park. Return to your hotel for breakfast and Lunch. In the afternoon proceed for another game drive in search of the elusive Tiger (afternoon safaris are not available on Wednesdays). Overnight at the hotel.

Day - 17In Kanha - Morning & Afternoon Safaris

Early morning proceed for a Jungle Safari at the park. Return to your hotel for breakfast and Lunch. In the afternoon proceed for another game drive in search of the elusive Tiger (afternoon safaris are not available on Wednesdays). Overnight at the hotel.

Day - 18Kanha - Raipur / Jabalpur - travel by flight to Delhi

Early morning proceed for a Jungle Safari at the park. Return to your hotel for breakfast and drive to Raipur / Jabalpur airport (240 km / 5 hrs) for your flight to Delhi. On arrival in Delhi, proceed to your hotel. Rest of the day at leisure. Overnight at the hotel.

Day - 19Delhi Departure

Breakfast at the hotel. Your room is held till 12 noon. Transfer to Delhi international airport in time for your flight for onward destination.