Wildlife Conservation & Restoration Tourism
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Wildlife & Cultural Tour
Duration : 14 Nights / 15 Days
Destination Covered : Delhi - Jaipur - Jodhpur - Manvar - Jaisalmer -
Gajner - Ranthambore - Bharatpur - Agra.
Day 1 : Arrive Delhi
Upon arrival in Delhi, you will be met by our representative and transferred
to hotel.
Stay overnight at the hotel.
Day 2 : Delhi
Enjoy a morning tour of Old Delhi, where you can visit the ancient monument
of Red Fort and crowded bazaars of Chandni Chowk, one of the most popular places
to shop at. Later you can visit Jama Masjid, the greatest mosque in India and
the Raj Ghat.
A tour to New Delhi where you can visit the Qutab Minar and the colorful Birla
Mandir.Besides this; a drive along Rajpath would let you see sights as the
Parliament, President's Palace, and India Gate. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 3 : Delhi - Jaipur
Next morning leave for Jaipur, which is 258 kms from Delhi. Arrive and check
in at the hotel. Then move for an afternoon tour of the Pink City of Jaipur.
The city is spectacularly set among surrounding rugged hills, dotted with ancient
ruined fortresses with the imposing City Palace. Many antiques and artifacts
belonging to the ruling family are housed here, including a collection of weaponry.
You will also visit the Hawa Mahal and the open-air Jantar Mantar Observatory
to see the vast astronomical instruments.
Stay overnight at the hotel.
Day 4 : Jaipur
Morning tour of the impressive Amber Fort situated on a ridge just outside Jaipur
City. Visit this magnificent Amber Fort while on tour to Jaipur, the fort was
completed in the early 18th century, its construction took over 100 years and
offers a fascinating insight into the regal Rajput lifestyle. Afternoon at leisure.
Stay overnight at the hotel.
Day 5 : Jaipur - Jodhpur
In the morning proceed towards Jodhpur, situated at a distance of about 290
kms. Upon arrival in Jodhpur, check into the hotel.
Take a morning city tour of Jodhpur, where you will visit the Mehrangarh Fort.
It is situated on a high natural rock from where you can look down on the
wonderful panorama of the bustling city below. Also visit Jaswant Thada, the
Royal Cenotaph.
Stay overnight at the hotel.
Day 6 : Jodhpur - Manvar
Drive for Manvar in the morning. It is situated at a distance of about 70 kms.
Upon arrival, check-in at hotel. The resort at Manvar, is located right in the
heart of the Great Indian Thar Desert. It is an unprecedented tourist destination
offering a rare opportunity to enjoy Rajasthan's desert life, culture, wildlife
and beauty. Built in the style of a traditional desert village, the resort is
spread over 5 acres.
Afternoon visit the tribal Bishnoi village. Here you will find herds of deer
and glimpses of tribal life. Also see the traditional weaving and pottery
making skills. Stay overnight at the hotel.
Day 7 : Manvar - Jaisalmer
Morning drive to Jaisalmer, situated at a distance of about 230 kms. Upon arrival,
check-in at the hotel. Late afternoon visit the sand dunes and a camel ride
to view the sunset, as the sky is set on fire and Rajasthani folk musicians
play haunting tunes. Stay overnight at the hotel.
Day 8 : Jaisalmer
Morning tour to city's magnificent havelis, each richly decorated and carved
from golden yellow sandstone. Visit the Patwon-ki-haveli, largest and most elaborate
of the famous havelis of Jaisalmer. The Nathmalji-ki-haveli, the last of the
great havelis built in the late 19th century. End the morning with a visit to
Gadisar Lake - the large natural oasis that attracted Rawal Jaisal to this site.
In the late afternoon visit the Royal Cenotaphs of the Rawals in Barra bagh
where the rulers were cremated. This is also the best place from which to
watch the spectacular desert sunset, and photograph the fort. Stay overnight
at the hotel.
Day 9 : Jaisalmer - Gajner
Morning drive to Gajner, situated at a distance of about 280 kms, en route
visit Bikaner.City sightseeing tour of Bikaner, Rao Bikaji, a descendant of
the founder of Jodhpur, Jodhaji, founded this desert town in the north of
the state in 1488. Visit the Junagarh Fort constructed between 1588 and 1593
by Raja Jai Singh, a general in the Mughal Emperor Akbar's army. Continue
drive to Gajner and check-in at hotel.
Day 10 : Gajner - Ranthambore
Visit the Gajner Palace, built on the embankment of a lake by His Late Highness
Maharaja Ganga Singhji of Bikaner. During winter, this palace with its beautiful
lake and surrounded wooded areas becomes the home of different species of migratory
birds, most renowned amongst them being the Imperial Sand Grouse. Endangered
Antelopes like Black Bucks, Nilgais, Chinkaras and other animals like the Wild
Boar roam freely in this area, which is now a nature reserve. Stay overnight
at the hotel.
Day 11 : Ranthambore
Morning drive to Ranthambore, situated at a distance of about 260 kms. Upon
arrival, check-in at the hotel. Visit the Ranthambore Wildlife Sanctuary, which
forms one of the most popular wildlife reserves to be visited on your wildlife
tour. This renowned wildlife sanctuary, is spread in an area of 400 sq kms of
dry deciduous forest, perfect natural habitat for tigers, and is set in the
Aravalli and Vindhya hills, dotted with pavilions and dominated by a hilltop
fort. It has a good population of tiger and their prey species, and has been
declared a "Project Tiger" reserve. Wildlife includes blue bull, black
buck, spotted deer or cheetal, wild boar, a large variety of bird species and,
if very lucky, the rarely seen leopard. Stay overnight at the hotel.
Day 12 : Ranthambore
Spend the day game viewing in the sanctuary by canter/jeeps. Stay overnight
at the hotel.
Day 13 : Ranthambore - Bharatpur - Agra
Morning transfer to the railway station to board the train to Bharatpur.Visit
the bird sanctuary at Bharatpur. You can see numerous migratory birds, which
come from as far away as Siberia and Central Asia. Several species of Cranes,
Pelicans, Geese, Ducks, Eagles, Hawks, Shanks, Stints, Wagtails, Warblers, Wheatears,
Flycatchers, Buntings, Larks and Pipits, etc can be seen here. In the late evening
proceed to Agra. Upon arrival in Agra, check into the hotel.
Day 14 : Bharatpur - Agra
From Bharatpur we proceed to Agra. On reaching Agra, transfer to the hotel.
In the afternoon visit the famous Taj Mahal, the famous Mughal monument, constructed
by Emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his wife Mumtaz Mahal .The white structured
monument is known to be a symbol of love. The central structure has four small
domes surrounding the huge, central dome. It becomes a must visit on your cultural
tour. Here you can also visit the city of Fatehpur Sikri, the city built in
the 16th century by the Mughal Emperor Akbar. Stay overnight at the hotel.
Day 15 : Agra - Delhi
After lunch leave for Delhi, situated at a distance of about 203 kms. Upon arrival,
transfer to the hotel. Rest of the day at leisure. Stay overnight at the hotel.
Day 16 : Delhi
Early morning transfer to the International airport to catch a flight to your
onward destination.
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