| Tigers, Tribals & More - 20 days |
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A pioneer tour across central India to rarely visited tiger reserves and tribal communities. This trip takes us through some of the least-visited parts of central India into remote tribal communities and nature reserves that are home to the largest big cat on earth - the tiger.
We head into the wilderness of Tadoba National Park in search of these magnificent highly endangered animals as this is one of the best places to see them in the wild. We'll stay in a jungle lodge here for 3 nights, taking game drives in the morning and evening when they are most active.
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Leaving Tadoba we make for Jagdalpur, where most tribes still lead a life completely untouched by modernity. In the bustling markets there is a brisk trade in cattle, ethnic jewellery and food items - if you are up for it you could try the popular local snack of red ants, as well as shop for souvenirs. Moving on we take the train to Jeypore, known for its numerous stunning waterfalls, stopping to explore more tribal villages along the way for a unique insight into life in the region.
After a stay in Bhubaneswar , city of 500 temples, we head to the seaside town of Puri for time to unwind on the beach. The trip culminates in a visit to Kolkata ( Calcutta ), India 's most intense city, a fascinating, teeming metropolis with countless sites to visit. |
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Day 1: MUMBAI ( BOMBAY )
Arrive and transfer to hotel.
Day 2: AURANGABAD
Early morning transfer to railway station to board the train to Aurangabad . In the afternoon there will be time to explore the city.
Day 3: AURANGABAD / AJANTA
Full day excursion to the Ajanta Buddhist cave complex, a World Heritage site dating from 200 BC. (B)
Day 4: AURANGABAD / ELLORA
Excursion to Ellora where we visit the Kailash Temple , the world's largest monolithic sculpture, carved out of one single rock cliff. The workers started at the top and gradually cut downward, an amazing feat of architecture with no room for improvisation or error. In the evening we take the overnight bus to Nagpur . (B)
Day 5: TADOBA
Arrive in Nagpur and proceed to Tadoba Andhari Tiger Reserve. We stay for three nights at Tiger Trails, a jungle lodge in Chinchgat Valley . (L, D)
Days 6 & 7: TADOBA
Morning and evening game drives in the Tadoba Tiger Reserve. There is a good likelihood of spotting a tiger in this wonderful National Park. (B, L, D)
Day 8: RAIPUR
Morning game drive. After breakfast, we return to Nagpur where we take the afternoon train to Raipur . On arrival, transfer to hotel. (B)
Day 9: JAGDALPUR
We take the local bus and drive south of Raipur to Jagdalpur, the district headquarters of Bastar region tribal people, attired in the distinctive dress, headgear and ornaments of their tribe, can be seen sitting or walking around the many tree-lined roads. Workshops offer an array of brilliant handicrafts. (B)
Days 10-11: JAGDALPUR
We spend two days around Jagdalpur, travelling deep into the jungle and exploring the many scenic sites. The stupendous falls of the Indravati at Chitrakote are an amazing sight and tribal villages and weekly markets give you a glimpse of a very different kind of Indian life.
Day 12: JEYPORE
Drive to Jeypore in southern Orissa. (B)
Day 13: JEYPORE - TRAIN
A commercial centre, Jeypore is endowed with waterfalls, forests and wildlife. Apart from its natural beauty it is a convenient night halt to visit tribal villages around this part of Orissa. In the evening transfer to Koraput railway station for the sleeper train to Bhubaneswar . (B)
Day 14: BHUBANESWAR
On arrival in Bhubaneswar , transfer to hotel. Afternoon at leisure to explore the 500 temples of Bhubaneswar.
Day 15: PURI
Drive to Puri via Konarak. The splendid Sun Temple of Konarak was designed and built in the 13th century in the shape of a colossal chariot carrying Surya, the Sun God, across the heavens. (B)
Day 16: PURI
In the morning we visit the massive Lord Jagannath’s Temple in Puri, a World Heritage site. In the afternoon, we make an excursion to Raghurajpur, the artisan village near Puri, famous for its Patta Chitra painting. (B)
Day 17: TRAIN
Day at leisure to enjoy a walk on the long stretch of Puri’s golden beach or to visit the nearby fishing villages along the coast. Evening transfer to railway station for the sleeper train to Kolkata ( Calcutta ). (B)
Day 18: KOLKATA ( CALCUTTA )
Arrive in Kolkata, transfer to hotel. Afternoon city tour including a visit to the Victoria Memorial, an enormous white marble building which provides one of the best insights into British rule in India.
Day 19: KOLKATA
Full day at leisure. (B)
Day 20: KOLKATA
Tour ends. (B) |
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Tigers, Tribals & More
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| Note: All tour costs based on twin share basis. Individual (single) travel is also possible. Please contact us for details and costs. |
| Departures: private tour |
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Cost Includes |
- Twin share accommodation
- Meals as mentioned in itinerary (B = Breakfast, L = Lunch, D = Dinner)
- Monument entrance fees as per itinerary
- Guided tours with the services of an English speaking guide
- All domestic transfers as per itinerary, using car, bus, train or domestic flights as per itinerary.
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Cost Excludes |
- India Visa
- Airfare from your home country and back
- Airport taxes
- Meals not mentioned in itinerary
- Insurance & emergency rescue charges
- Any other services not specified in the above costs includes list
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