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Tour Overview
Embark on a 17-day adventure through India’s cultural and natural wonders, beginning in New Delhi with a day to explore the capital's landmarks. Fly to Jabalpur and transfer to Bandhavgarh, famous for its wildlife and the chance to spot tigers in its national park. Continue to Panna National Park for more wildlife experiences. Afterward, visit the UNESCO-listed Khajuraho temples, known for their intricate carvings. Journey to Varanasi, one of the world’s oldest cities, and witness the spiritual rituals along the Ganges River. Explore nearby Sarnath, where Buddha gave his first sermon. Travel by train to Lucknow, where Mughal architecture and rich history await. Experience the biodiversity of Dudhwa National Park and Kishanpur Wildlife Sanctuary, home to rare species. Conclude your trip by returning to Lucknow, then flying back to New Delhi for your departure, filled with memories of India’s diverse culture, heritage, and wildlife. ...more ...less
Highlights
• Explore ancient temples in Khajuraho
• Witness the Ganges Aarti ceremony
• Enjoy safaris in Bandhavgarh National Park
• Take a boat ride on the River Ganges
• Discover historic sites in Varanasi and Lucknow
Itinerary
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On the day of arrival at New Delhi airport, Our Unclesam Holidays representative will assist you at Airport and later transfer your pre-booked hotel for night stay. Rest of the day free for your own leisure activities.
Overnight at Hotel.
Day 2
:
At New Delhi
New Delhi, India
Location: New Delhi
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: 3 Star Deluxe
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later proceed for full day guided tour to New Delhi and Old Delhi, visit Qutub Minar and drive pass to Lotus Temple also visit Humayun’s Tomb, later drive pass to Rashtrapati Bhavan and India Gate. After lunch at Delhi local city restaurant later proceed for Old Delhi sightseeing tour visit Raj Ghat and drive pass to Red Fort also take a short rickshaw ride at Chandni Chowk spice market and huge market for clothes.
Overnight at Hotel.
Day 3
:
New Delhi - Jabalpur (By Flight) - Bandhavgarh (165 Kms / 2.30 Hrs)
Location: Bandhavgarh National Park
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: 3 Star Deluxe
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Today morning after breakfast and check out from hotel later transfer to New Delhi airport to board the flight for Jabalpur. Upon arrival at Jabalpur airport, Our representative will meet you and later drive to Bandhavgarh. Upon arrival at Bhandavgarh, check-in to your hotel for night stay. Rest of the day free for your own leisure activities.
Overnight at Hotel.
Day 4
:
At Bandhavgarh
Location: Bandhavgarh National Park
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: 3 Star Deluxe
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Early morning before breakfast drive to Bandhavgarh Tiger Reserve - This biodiverse park is known for its large population of royal Bengal tigers and other animals include white tigers, leopards and deer. The mix of tropical forest, Sal trees and grassland is home to scores of bird species, including eagles. After refresh yourself, later drive back to the afternoon jeep safari into the Bandhavgarh National Park / Game drive. You can also capture some amazing wildlife photographs.
Overnight at Hotel.
Day 5
:
Bandhavgarh National Park - Panna National Park (210 Kms / 5.30 Hrs)
Location: Panna National Park
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: 3 Star Deluxe
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Today morning after breakfast and check out from hotel later drive to Panna National Park. Upon arrival at Panna national park check-in to your hotel for night stay. Rest of the day free for your own leisure activities.
Overnight at Hotel.
Day 6
:
At Panna National Park
Location: Panna National Park
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: 3 Star Deluxe
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Today morning before breakfast proceed for Panna national Park for getting indulged in the morning and evening jeep safari that will give an unforgettable wildlife experience. After enjoying the safari at Panna national Park, later back to your hotel.
Overnight at Hotel.
Day 7
:
Panna National Park - Khajuraho (100 Kms / 3 Hrs)
Khajuraho, India
Location: Khajuraho
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: 3 Star Deluxe
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today morning after breakfast and check out from hotel later drive to Khajuraho. Upon arrival at Khajuraho check-in to your hotel for night stay. After refresh yourself proceed guided tour to Khajuraho, visit the world famous Khajuraho Temples. These temples were built by the Chandelas between 950 AD & 1050 AD. The important ones are Chaunset Yogini Temple dedicated to the Goddess Kali, the Kandariya Mahadev Temple, Chitragupta or Bharatjis Temple with a lovely image of 11 headed Vishnu, Vishvanatha & Nandi Temples, Lakshmana Temple.
Overnight at Hotel.
Day 8
:
Khajuraho - Varanasi (390 kms / 8.30 Hrs)
Varanasi, India
Location: Varanasi
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: 3 Star Deluxe
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later check out and drive to Varanasi. Upon arrival at Varanasi check-in to your pre-booked hotel for night stay. Rest of the day free for your own leisure activities.
Overnight at Hotel.
Day 9
:
At Varanasi
Varanasi, India
Location: Varanasi
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: 3 Star Deluxe
Meals Included: Breakfast
Early morning boat ride at River Ganges, later drive back to your hotel and enjoy the breakfast. Later proceed for guided tour to Varanasi, visit Tulsi Manas Temple, Durga Temple, Shri Vishwanath and Sankat Mochan Temple are the four famous temples in Varanasi. Also visit Bharat Mata Temple, Birla Mandir. Experience the Ganges Aarti ceremony in the evening which is performed at the banks of the Ghat.
Overnight at Hotel.
Day 10
:
At Varanasi - Sarnath (12 Kms / 30 Mins - One Way)
Varanasi, India
Location: Varanasi
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: 3 Star Deluxe
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later proceed for guided tour to Sarnath, an important site for the Buddhist pilgrims, visit the Dhamek Stupa, the Archaeological museum and the Chaukhandi Stupa and Tibetan Buddhist Monastery- The peaceful and traditional Monastery. After finish your guided tour to Sarnath, later drive back to Varanasi for night stay. Rest of the day free for your own leisure activities.
Overnight at Hotel.
Day 11
:
Varanasi - Lucknow (By Train)
Location: Lucknow
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: 3 Star Deluxe
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today morning after breakfast at hotel. Later check out from hotel and transfer to Varanasi railway station to board the train for Lucknow. Upon arrival at Lucknow railway station, later our representative will meet you and transfer to your hotel for night stay.
Overnight at Hotel.
Day 12
:
At Lucknow
Location: Lucknow
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: 3 Star Deluxe
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today after breakfast proceed to explore the city and the attractions, Lucknow is an interesting place with great things to offer. The structures in the city showcase the fine blend of Indo-Islamic and colonial era. Visit amazing places like Dilkusha Garden, Shah Najaf, Ram Krishna Math, Moti Mahal, La Martiniere, Chattra Manzil, also visit the old city in the evening. Spend some time indulging into shopping and trying out some ethnic dishes.
Overnight at Hotel.
Day 13
:
Lucknow - Dudhwa National Park (220 Kms / 4.30 Hrs)
Location: Dudhwa National Park
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: 3 Star Deluxe
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Today morning after breakfast and check out from hotel, later drive to Dudhwa National Park. Upon arrival at Dudhwa National Park check-in your hotel for night stay. Rest of the day free for your own leisure activities.
Overnight at Hotel.
Day 14
:
At Dudhwa National Park
Location: Dudhwa National Park
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: 3 Star Deluxe
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Today morning before breakfast proceed for jungle safari at Dudhwa National Park to Explor the wild sal forest of Dudhwa National Park, tracing tigers and other wildlife also visit the Rhino area preferably on Elephant back. After finish your morning wildlife safari at national park later drive back to your hotel for refresh yourself to proceed for afternoon wildlife jungle safari also capture some amazing wildlife pictures.
Overnight at Hotel.
Day 15
:
Dudhwa National Park - Kishanpur Wildlife Sanctuary (33 Kms / 45 Mins) - Dudhwa National Park
Location: Dudhwa National Park
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: 3 Star Deluxe
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Today morning visit the Kishanpur Wildlife Sanctuary for another 4x4 safari. The park has an intricate ecosystem inhabited by tigers, dolphins and swamp deer as well as an array of exotic birdlife. Later drive back to your hotel for your own leisure activities.
Overnight at Hotel.
Day 16
:
Dudhwa National Park - Lucknow (200 Kms / 4.30 Hrs) - New Delhi (By Flight)
Location: Lucknow
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: 3 Star Deluxe
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today after breakfast and check out from hotel later transfer to Lucknow airport to board the flight for New Delhi. Upon reaching at New Delhi airport, Our representative will meet you and transfer to your hotel for night stay.
Overnight at Hotel.
Day 17
:
Departure from New Delhi
Location: Lucknow
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today morning after breakfast and check out from hotel later transfer to New Delhi airport to board the flight for your home.
What's Included
16 Nights accommodation based on double / twin sharing basis
Assistance during arrival and departure by UncleSam Holidays
Dining Inclusions
15 Breakfast & 7 Dinner at Hotel
All transfers including airport transfers by an AC vehicle
English speaking guide at New Delhi, Khajuraho, Varanasi and Lucknow
(Other languages guides are available on additional charges)
Cycle Rickshaw ride at Chandni Chowk in Old Delhi
2 Jungle Safari at Bandhavgarh National Park with Professional Naturalist
2 Jungle Safari at Panna National Park with Professional Naturalist
Enjoy light and sound show in Khajuraho
Visit to the most famous Buddhist sites at Sarnath
Boat Cruise and Evening aarti in Varanasi
Train ticket from Varanasi to Lucknow
2 Jungle Safari at Dudhwa National Park with Professional Naturalist
1 Jungle Safari at Kishanpur Wildlife Sanctuary with Professional Naturalist
One mineral water bottle per person per day
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What's Not Included
Visas Fee (if applicable)
Monument entry fees
Tips (always optional, but some guidance will be given in the pre-departure information pack you’ll receive after booking)
Beverages other than drinking water & any costs of a personal nature
Internal/International flights to/from the start/finish of the trip
Mode of Transport
All sightseeing including airport transfers by an AC Car MUV / SUV / Sedan car with an English speaking driver. Drivers of our private vehicles are experienced with good knowledge of the road conditions and well trained. The type of vehicles provided are as follows :
Passenger Vehicle type • 1-2 persons Air-conditioned medium car such as Etios / Dezire or similar • 3-4 persons Air-conditioned large car such as Toyota Innova or similar • 5-10 persons Air-conditioned mini-van such as Tempo Traveler or similar
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Accommodation
Accommodation at 3 Star deluxe hotels. 4 or 5 Star hotel upgrade are available on request basis.
Check out our Q&As
Will I know the names and details of all the accommodation before I depart?
Yes
Will passengers from another country be participating in the tour?
Yes
What currencies are required for this tour?
INR is local currency.
Are vaccinations required for this tour?
Yes
Are flights included in this tour?
No
Are children permitted to take part in the tour?
Yes
What is the tipping policy?
Tips always optional.
Are airport transfers included in this tour?
Yes
Is there any free time to explore places during the tour?
Yes
What happens if a group doesn’t make its minimum required number of passengers?
100% Departure if there is single traveller.
Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?
Yes
Company Instant Book
Yes
Is there a supplement for solo travellers?
Yes
What is the maximum group size?
10
Do I need to purchase travel insurance before travelling?
Absolutely. Every traveller is required to purchase travel insurance before the start of their tour. Due to the varying nature, availability and cost of health care around the world, travel insurance is very much an essential and necessary part of every journey. Its only suggestion from team Unclesam Holidays.
Can you assist with pre or post tour accommodation?
Yes
What is the fitness level required to do this tour?
Easy
Do you require a visa for this holiday?
Only for foreign national traveller.
How many people will be on my trip?
UncleSam Holidays provide private and group tour it's completely depend on you which category you are choose. if you are choosing a group tour there is maximum 40 guests.
Am I contributing to any charity by booking the tour?
UncleSam Holidays is a not-for-profit organisation established in 2011. So far, UncleSam Holidays work hard to help underprivileged communities and support sustainable tourism around the world.
Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?
The beauty of taking a guided holiday with us is you’ll have the opportunity to meet and travel with people from all over the globe
What are the coaches like?
We pride ourselves on having the finest fleet of fuel-efficient, fully air-conditioned coaches – all with reclining seats and on-board restrooms. The high vantage point from your coach’s window means you can take in all the glorious scenery, whether it’s a vast rural landscape or an urban city center.
Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
We select our hotels for their quality, impeccable service and comfort, with the majority of them having air-conditioning. Few hotels don't have air conditioning due to the colder climate.
How much luggage can I bring?
You can bring one suitcase per person and weight not exceeding 23 kg (50 lbs) due to the limited space on the coach. You can also bring one piece of hand luggage, provided it is small enough to take on the coach and does not have telescopic handles.
Are the travel guides experience?
Our Travel Guides come from a variety of backgrounds but they all share a passion for travel. These experienced professionals show you what the guidebooks can’t – a true insider’s perspective of each destination. Each Travel Guide have at least five years’ experience under their belt.
What if I have special dietary requirements?
We can accommodate guests who are vegetarian and can assist with diabetic, gluten-free and other medically-recommended diets. Please advise us at time of booking. Unfortunately, we’re unable to supply meals in accordance with strict religious requirements.
We can’t provide salt-free, Kosher, Halal, requests for specific dietary supplements such as soya milk, and high protein or low-carb meals.
Will I need a visa?
You are responsible for obtaining all necessary visas prior to the departure of your guided holiday. Depending on your nationality, you may need visas to enter certain countries included on your trip. Please note that obtaining visas can take up to six weeks prior to your departure. It is strongly advised that you consult your Travel Agent and the local Consulate or Embassy of the country you are visiting well in advance to determine which visas they require and how to obtain them.
Do I need travel insurance?
We strongly recommend that all guests have a travel insurance policy to ensure your peace of mind before and while travelling. It's important that you protect yourself in case of trip cancellations, an interruption for any reason, baggage delays or loss of baggage and medical expenses.
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Reviews of this operator
Sandra Gurvis
Great trip to India
12-Nov-2024
Highly recommended to everybody for holiday packages in India. I really appreciate them for their management everything was well managed on every tour and will keep travelling with them in future also.
Julia
Perfect Trip
16-Aug-2024
Very helpful staff helped me during my trip too regarding all bookings thanku fir making my trip a memorable one
Mike
Well Mananged Services
02-Oct-2024
i dont have words to explain my excellent experience with unclesam holidays, I will travel one' again with your company and will share this valuable experience with friends and family
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UncleSam Holidays requires a minimum deposit of
25%
or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 80 days before departure.
Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of unclesam holidays charges.
Up to 91 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 75 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
At 65 days before tour starts: Forfeit 75% of booking price.
At 60 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.
Wildlife and Cultural India Tour
17 Days Starting and ending in New Delhi, Delhi, India
Visiting:
New Delhi, Bandhavgarh National Park, Panna National Park, Khajuraho, Varanasi, Lucknow, Dudhwa National Park
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