Pench, Kanha, Bandhavgarh & Panna National Park Tour With Temple City Khajuraho & Varanasi

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Duration

10 Nights / 11 Days

Tour Type

Daily Tour

Group Size

10 people

Languages

English

Overview

Pench, Kanha, Bandhavgarh & Panna National Park Tour With Temple City Khajuraho & Varanasi is a wonderful introduction to India, combining history, culture, stunning wildlife and grand architecture. Experience the thrilling game drives in national parks on the trail of the elusive tiger, explore grand temples, ancient monuments and try some unique cultural experiences. The quaint town of Khajuraho is witness to 1000-year-old temples depicting erotic carvings of Goddess Shakti and Lord Shiva. You will also visit the banks of the Holy Ganges. It is said that a dip in these waters absolves you of all your sins, and a visit to the holy town of Varanasi ensures salvation.

HIGHLIGHTS

This is a private tour/activity only for your group.
Enhanced cleaning/ traveler safety.
In-depth cultural experience.
Flexible sightseeing & stopover.
Most travelers can participate.

Bulk discount (by amount)

Bulk diccount adult

#	Discount group	From adult	To adult	Value
1	Discount on 2-person group	2	2	4500
2	Discount on 3-person group	3	3	7369
3	Discount on 4-person group	4	4	11473
4	Discount on 5-person group	5	5	14552
5	Discount on 6-person group	6	6	18077
6	Discount on 7-person group	7	7	21156
7	Discount on 8-person group	8	8	25656
8	Discount on 9-person group	9	9	28863
9	Discount on 10-person group	10	10	32070

Itinerary

Day 1: Nagpur - Pench National Park (100kms)

On arrival at Nagpur airport meet your driver assistance and proceed to Pench National Park, check in. Lunch, dinner and o/n at hotel.

Day 2: Pench National Park

Breakfast at hotel. Morning and afternoon gypsy safari in the tiger reserve with naturalist. The Pench National Park like it did in the iconic `The Jungle Book`, still brings humans in close contact with wildlife. The major carnivores are Tiger, leopard, wild cat, wild dog, hyena, jackal, fox, wolf & weasel among the vegetarian species, Gaur, Nilgai, Sambar, Chital, Chasinga, Chinkara & Wild Pig are prominent. River Pench divide the park into nearly two equal parts. This magnificent expanse shelters over 325 resident and migratory birds. Lunch, dinner and o/n at hotel.

Day 3: Pench NP - Kanha National Park (200kms)

Breakfast at hotel. Drive to Kanha NP, check in. Lunch, dinner and o/n at hotel.

Day 4: Kanha National Park

Breakfast at hotel. Morning and afternoon gypsy safari in the tiger reserve with naturalist. Kanha best known for its evergreen Sal forests, is home to about 300 species of Birds, 43 species of Mammals, 26 species of Reptiles and more than 500 species of Insects. The Major species found are hard ground Barasingha, Tiger, Leopard, Dhole, wild dogs, Bear, Gaur, Bison and Indian Python etc. Lunch, dinner and o/n at hotel.

Day 5: Kanha NP - Bandhavgarh National Park (220kms)

Breakfast at hotel. Drive to Bandhavgarh NP, check in. Lunch, dinner and o/n at hotel.

Day 6: Bandhavgarh National Park

Breakfast at hotel. Morning and afternoon gypsy safari in the tiger reserve with naturalist. This area is unique from the point of biodiversity, as it comprises hills, valley, rivers, marshes and meadows. Apart from highest density of Royal Bengal tigers in the world, 34 species of Mammals, nearly 260 species of birds and 70 species of butterfly are found in park. The remains of 2000 years old ancient Bandhavgarh Fort provide glimpse into its intriguing history where you will find several man made caves with inscriptions and rock paintings. Lunch, dinner and o/n at hotel.

Day 7: Bandhavgarh NP - Panna National Park (210kms)

Breakfast at hotel. Drive to Panna NP, check in. Lunch, dinner and o/n at hotel.

Day 8: Panna NP - Khajuraho (45kms)

Breakfast at hotel. Game drive gypsy safari in tiger reserve with naturalist. The park is located where the tropical and subtropical forest belts are found. River Ken runs through this relatively dry national park providing water to the wildlife throughout the year. Many rare species and endangered species can be spotted in this park. You can spot the majestic tiger, the ghariyal - a huge reptile found only in the Indian subcontinent, Indian wolf, four-horned antelope, sloth bear pangolin, rusty spotted cat, leopard, carcal and a variety of flora and fauna. There are six species of vulture found in this park. Also visit the magnificent Pandav Falls inside the park a perennial fall fed by a tributary of the river Ken. The falls cascades down from a height of about 30 meters into a heart shaped pool. Surrounded by lush green forests. At the foot of falls there are some ancient caves overlooking a large pool of water. The Pandavas of the Mahabharata are believed to have spent a part of their exile here.
Later drive to Khajuraho check in at hotel. Evening light & sound show. Overnight at hotel.

Day 9: Khajuraho - Varanasi

Breakfast at hotel. Visit well maintained UNESCO World Heritage Site, exploring eastern, western & southern group of temples adorned by erotic and sensuous carvings. The architecture of these temples depict the erotic forms of love, the carvings on the walls display passion in the most sensuous yet aesthetic ways. Built between 950 to 1050 AD by Chandela dynasty the temples of Khajuraho are India`s unique gift to the world, representing, as they do, a paean to life, to love, to joy, perfect in execution and sublime in expression. Of the 85 original temples, 22 have survived till today to constitute one of the world`s great artistic wonders.
Later transfer to airport to board flight for Varanasi.
On arrival assistance and transfer to hotel. Evening attend Holy Ganga Aarti, a magical ritual held every evening at sunset on the banks of the Holy Ganges. The entire Ghat gets illuminated with a divine light that can be felt strongly. The magnificent ritual involves huge brass lamps lit with oil and the priests chant the holy mantras that reverberate in the entire location. The entire Ghat gets illuminated with a divine light that can be felt strongly. The magnificent ritual involves huge brass lamps lit with oil and the priests chant the holy mantras that reverberate in the entire location. Overnight at hotel.

Day 10: Varanasi

Early morning boat ride & ghat visit along the Ganges and catch the scene of devotees bathing and praying in the sacred water. Ghats in Varanasi are riverfront steps leading to the banks of the River Ganges. The city has 88 ghats, most of the ghats are bathing and puja ceremony ghats, while two ghats are used exclusively as cremation sites. The ghats are frequented by the people which include early morning bathers, priests, people practicing meditation and yoga, students and tourists as well.
Breakfast at hotel. City tour visit Banaras Hindu University. With 5.3 sq kms campus and 30,000 residing students it is the largest residential university in the continent. Bharat Mata Temple built in 1936 houses a relief map of undivided India, carved out of marble. Tulsi Manas Mandir one of the most famous temples in Varanasi. The temple has beautiful images of Lord Rama, Mother Sita, Lakshman and Lord Hanuman. The walls of temple are adorned with verses from Ramcharitmanas, the Hindi version of the epic Ramayana. Continue to Sarnath, it was here Lord Buddha preached his first sermon after attaining the Enlightenment at Bodh Gaya. The great Dhamekh Stupa and glistening pillar established by Emperor Ashoka in 273-232 B.C. stand testimony to the importance the place enjoyed at that time. If time permit visit Ram Nagar Fort located on the eastern bank of River Ganga. The Fort includes an eccentric museum boasting a royal collection of vintage cars, swords, palanquins, ivory works, an old weaponry section and an extremely unusual astrological clock. Overnight at hotel.

Day 11: Varanasi - Delhi (flight)

Breakfast at hotel. As per flight schedule transfer to airport to board flight for Delhi.

Included/Excluded

Assistance on arrival at airport.
10 Nights' accommodation in 4-star hotels.
Daily breakfast and meal as per day plan.
Private air-conditioned deluxe car for airport transfer, sightseeing and excursion as per program.
Total 10-Time shared Gypsy safari as per program in National Parks with
English speaking tour guide on sightseeing days (local guide in each city), as per program.
Monument entrances and activities charges mentioned in the itinerary.
Bottled drinking water in car.
Government taxes.

Any flight tickets. Khajuraho - Varanasi & Varanasi - Delhi flight fare approx. INR 9,500 per person in economy class.
Camera charges at monuments.
Expenses of personal nature like liquor, laundry, tips, telephone, fax, internet etc.
Gratuities & optional activities.
Anything not mentioned in inclusions.

Tour's Location

FAQs

4-Star Hotels Used or Similar
Pench National Park - Pench Jungle Camp/ Tuli Veer Bagh Resort & Spa
Kanha National Park - Kanha Jungle Camp/ Kipling Camp
Bandhavgarh National Park - Lemon Tree Wild Life Resort/ Syna Tiger Resort
Panna National Park - Ken River Lodge/ Panna Tiger Resort by OpenSky
Khajuraho - Ramada/SYNA Heritage Hotel
Varanasi - Rivatas by Ideal/ Palace On Ganges

Yes, travelers can upgrade the accommodation to 5-star hotels by paying the supplement. Please send inquiry for same from the booking page to get the price quote.

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Date

04/24/2024

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