Ultimate Tiger Safari ⋆ Itinerary ⋆ Greaves India

Ultimate Tiger Safari

Bhutan is the land of mountain mists and legends, nestled high in the eastern Himalayas, between India and Tibet. From the rooftop of the world, take time to admire the most spectacular of all panoramas. Open to tourism since 1974 this is one of the last untouched bastions of ancient civilisation, where the vibrant whirl of the masked festival is very much an authentic celebration not a tourist re-creation. The spiritual resonance of Mahayana Buddhism is tangible throughout the land with intricately carved monasteries colorfully emerging out of the majestic mountains. Here the landscape is dramatic throughout, boasting deep wooded forests, emerald valleys bursting with wild flora and snow-capped peaks soaring beyond the eye. Now the lure of new luxury retreats make it possible to travel to Bhutan in style! So discover your own Shangri-la in this land of mystique and myth.

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Day 1: Delhi

Arrive in Delhi by international flight. Overnight at The Taj Mahal Hotel.

Day 2: Delhi

Begin sightseeing in Old and New Delhi. In Old Delhi, experience the Jama Masjid, one of the largest mosques in India, and the Chandni Chowk silver and gold market. Tour the Red Fort, dating back to 1639 AD, and Raj Ghat, where Mahatma Gandhi was cremated following his assassination. In New Delhi, sights include Humayun's Tomb (called the predecessor of the Taj Mahal), India Gate, and the Birla Temple. Overnight at The Taj Mahal Hotel.

Day 3: Delhi - Varanasi

Travel to Varanasi, the holy city of India, on board the private plane. Visit Sarnath, the buried Buddhist city where Lord Buddha gave his first sermon after attaining enlightenment at Bodhgaya. Back in Varanasi, see the Ganga Ghats, followed by a boat ride and the mesmerizing Aarti ceremony. Overnight at Nadesar Palace Hotel.

Day 4: Varanasi - Umaria - Bandhavgarh

After a sunrise boat ride on the River Ganges, travel by private plane to Umaria. Experience game viewing at Bandhavgarh National Park, whose steep cliffs, rocky hills and bamboo forests host one of the highest densities of tigers on the subcontinent. Other animals found here include the nilgai (blue bull), leopard, wild boar, wild dog, and chital (spotted deer). Overnight at Mahua Kothi.

Day 5–6: Bandhavgarh

Early morning and afternoon game drives in Bandhavgarh National Park. Overnight at Mahua Kothi.

Day 7: Bandhavgarh - Umaria - Delhi

Private plane to Delhi. Late evening transfer to Delhi International Airport to board flight for onward destination.

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