Jungle SafariSafari is an adventurous experience
which takes the traveller to the unexplored areas of a desert or forest.
Jungle safari, also known as a forest trail, involves roaming a forest and
exploring its hidden insights whether by hiking, walking, trekking, on a
jeep or the back of an elephant. In all, a jungle safari is a holiday in the
lap of mother nature while exploring its immense bounties. Exploring the
jungle is always an exciting option as it holds such secrets one can never
be sure of. But while, it is an interesting option, it also requires some
sense and sensitivity. Be sure to follow the rules of Eco-tourism and never
pollute the environment. With a little more understanding, you will be sure
to carry home numerous incredible memories of your journey.
A ten
day trip to the "Land of the Kings" steeped in romantic history &
valour takes you to the era gone by. From the Castles of Shekavati to the
city of "Palace of Winds" Jaipur, to the Chambers of Mirrors at
Amber Fort with a traditional ascent to the fort on elephant back, visit the
wildlife preserve of the Maharajas at Sariska Sanctury, deserted city of
Fatehpuri to Agra of Taj Mahal & Red Fort to Gwalior the capital of
Maratha rulers and back by the imperial route to Delhi.
Duration
: 09 Nights / 11 Days
Places Covered : Delhi - Mandawa -
Samode - Jaipur - Amer - Sariska - Bharatpur - Agra - Gwalior
Day 1 -- »
Delhi Arrival Delhi in the morning. "Namaste" a warm
welcome to India, a sincere greeting with a bow and folded hands. Transfer
to a 5-star hotel in New Delhi. After a short break we embark on our first
journey to discover India. Our introduction to India will be by a "
Rickshaw" ride a mode of transport used in small towns and in Old
Delhi.
We head for a guided city tour to the most interesting
sights of the city that is the Red Fort a fort made of red sand stone which
once housed the world famous PEACOCK throne and the Jama Masjid mosque.
Welcome Dinner at the old Hauz Khas village complex overnight stay at the
hotel.
Day 2 -- » Mandawa Today
we leave for our camp in the desert at Mandawa the centre of Shekhawati
culture. The Shekhawati region's famous for its wall frescos the world over.
Afternoon at Leisure to explore Mandawa and its Havelies ( Mansions of
mercchants ). In the evening we leave for the castle for a traditional
Dinner served in the manner which was done for the visiting Maharajas of
past. Overnight at the camp.
Day 3 -- »
Mandawa After breakfast we take a camel safari into the desert.
Lunch on the sand dunes in the evening return to the camp. Dinner at the
camp. Overnight at the camp.
Day 4 -- »
Samode Today we embark on the journey to experience the splendour
of the era gone bye. From now on for the next few days you will be living
the life of a King / Queen. Our royal journey starts from Samode an old
princely state. We leave for Samode after a leisurely breakfast at Delhi
traveling down the national highway towards Jaipur and turning of to Samode
to reach Samode in late afternoon. Rest of day at Leisure to explore the
village.
Day 5 -- » Jaipur We
leave for the pink city of Jaipur arriving for lunch. After lunch day at
leisure to explore the streets and bazars of Jaipur. Overnight at hotel.
Day 6 -- » Amer Next day we visit
the city palace, the palace of winds and then proceed to Amer fort the
ancient capital of Jaipur built in the 16th century by Raja Man Singh in red
sandstone and marble. It has some very intersting apartments like the Sheesh
Mahal the glass canopy apartments and Jai Mandir, Sukh Niwas Baodi etc.
The highlight of this trip is the elephant ride up the ramparts
of the fort just like the maharajas did. After this we visit the Jaigarh
fort the armoury of the erstwhile state which houses the biggest cannon on
wheels in the world. Overnight at hotel.
Day 7 -- »
Sariska We leave for our next padaw ( halt ) Sariska wildlife
sanctuary. Check in to the hotel afternoon visit Alwar believed to be the
oldest kingdom dating back to the times of the Indian Epic Mahabharat.
Though it is not as well known as Jaipur as it is off the main highway it
has as much to offer. Like the Bala quila located on a 300 meter steep
cliff, Alwar mueseum, Moosi Maharani Chhatri, Vinay Vilas Palace, Rajgarh.
Day 8 -- » Bharatpur We take an
early morning drive to the sanctuary. After late breakfast we leave for
Bharatpur the capital city of another racial community of India The Jats. We
take a drive through the possibly the biggest bird sanctuary in the world
Keoladeo Ghana National park overnight at the hotel .Early morning we take
another visit to the national park after which we visit the famous Bharatpur
fort which is different from other Rajasthan forts as it has thick mud walls
which the British army could not break despite laying a seige for 4 months.
Day 9 -- » Agra We take an early
morning drive to the city of Taj Agra. Enroute we visit the ancient city of
Fathepur Sikri built by Emperor Akbar as thanks giving for the saint who
blessed him with a son. In the afternoon check in to the hotel after a short
break leave for the Agra Fort the fort where Emperor Shajahan the builder of
Taj was held captive by his son Emperor Aurangzeb who usurped the throne.
One can see the magnificant Taj from the quarters in which the emperor was
jailed. Before sunset visit the Taj a monument of Love and romance.
Day 10 -- » Gwalior Drive to Gwalior
the city of another racial tribe called Marhathas visit the fort and one of
the most famous mueseum drive back to Agra overnight hotel.
Day 11 -- » Delhi Drive back to Delhi enroute
stopping at Sikandra the mouseleam of the Great Emperor Akbar. Reach Delhi
in the evening. Farewell dinner at the village overnight at the hotel.
Day 12 -- » Delhi Entire day at leisure
for those interested a visit to Qutab Minar the village of Mehrauli will be
organized. In the evening depart for the airport to catch the flight back
home.
