Overview
The
Chhattisgarh and Madhya Pradesh Tribal Tour will cover the beautiful monuments
built during the medieval India, tribal life of Madhya Pradesh and wildlife
treasures sprinkled across Central India. The 16 day long journey, beginning
from Delhi, will cover Raipur, Kanker, Kondagaon, Narayanpur, Jagdalpur,
Kanger, Kawardha, Kanha, Jabalpur, Bhopal, Sanchi and Agra.
Highlights
- Guided tour of Delhi- Red Fort, Jama Masjid, Parliament Street and India Gate.
- Visit the tribal regions of Kondagaon and Narayanpur.
- Visit Chitrakote Waterfalls and Anthropological Museum in Jagdalpur.
- Safari tour in Kanger Valley National Park.
- Meeting with the local Bison-Horn Maria tribe.
- 3 Jungle safaris in the Kanha National Park.
- Guided tour of Bhopal- include Taj-UL-Masjid, Bharat Bhawan and Jama Masjid.
- Guided trip to Sanchi.
Itinerary
Day 01: Delhi (Arrival)
Day 02: Delhi
- Raipur - Kanker
Day 03: Kanker
- Kondagaon - Narayanpur - Kanker
Day 04: Kanker
- Jagdalpur
Day 05: Jagdalpur
- Kanger Valley National Park - Jagdalpur
Day 06: Jagdalpur
- Raipur
Day 07: Raipur
- Kawardha
Day 08: Kawardha
Day 09: Kawardha
- Kanha National Park
Day 10: Kanha
National Park
Day 11: Kanha
- Jabalpur – Bhopal (Train)
Day 12: Bhopal
Day 13: Bhopal
- Sanchi - Bhopal
Day 14: Bhopal
- Agra (Train)
Day 15: Agra
Day 16: Agra-
Delhi- Departure
DAY
01: DELHI (ARRIVAL)
Upon arrival,
our tour representative will meet you at the Delhi airport and escort you to your
pre-booked hotel in Delhi. After relaxing for a few hours, go out on a
sightseeing tour of Delhi covering Red Fort, Jama Masjid, Parliament Street and
India Gate. Later, return back to the hotel for night stay.
DAY 02:
DELHI - RAIPUR - KANKER
Following a
leisurely breakfast in the morning, drive to the Delhi airport to board flight
to Raipur. Upon arrival, leave by road for Kanker (approximately 3 hour
journey). On reaching there, move to the splendid Kanker Palace for night
stay.
DAY
03: KANKER - KONDAGAON - NARAYANPUR - KANKER
Today, in
the morning, our guides will pick you up and escort you to the tribal regions
of Kondagaon and Narayanpur. Post breakfast, leave by road to visit the Keshkal
Ghat bordered with the tribal district of Bastar. Later, drive to Kondagaon and
Narayanpur, famous for their exquisite Bastar handicrafts. By evening, return
back to the Kanker Palace for night stay.
DAY
04: KANKER - JAGDALPUR
Post
breakfast in the morning, leave by road for Jagdalpur, the former capital of
Bastar. Here, you will get a chance to meet and interact with various tribal
groups of Bastar. Upon arrival, you will be transferred to the hotel. Post
lunch, go out for a sightseeing tour of Jagdalpur. The places you will visit
include Chitrakote Waterfalls and Anthropological Museum. Later, you will be
taken to have trysts with the local Bison-Horn Maria tribe and witness their
ceremonial dance performances. Later, return back to the hotel for night stay.
DAY
05: JAGDALPUR - KANGER VALLEY NATIONAL PARK - JAGDALPUR
Today, after
breakfast, start your journey towards the famous Kanger Valley National Park.
The sanctuary is home to a wide variety of wildlife. Later, visit the nearby
Stalactite and Stalagmite Caves and the Tirathgarh Waterfalls. By evening,
return back to Jagdalpur for night stay.
DAY 06:
JAGDALPUR - RAIPUR
A visit to
Raipur is on the cards on the 6th day of your tour. Post breakfast in
the morning, check out of your hotel and drive to Raipur (4 hours). It is the
capital city of Chattisgarh. Upon arrival, check into the hotel. Post lunch, go
out on a sightseeing tour of the Mahant Ghasidas Museum. Later, return back to
the hotel for night stay.
DAY
07: RAIPUR - KAWARDHA
Today,
understanding the lifestyle of the tribal people in Kawardha is on the cards.
Post breakfast in the morning, check out of the hotel and leave by road for
Kawardha. On reaching Kawardha, check in at the Kawardha Palace for overnight
stay.
DAY 08:
KAWARDHA
Morning
after breakfast, leave for a full-day sightseeing tour covering visits to Radha
Krishna Temple, Saroda Reservoir, the enchanting and very famous Bhoramdeo
Group of Temples and Lohara Bavli. Later, visit Baiga and Gond tribal villages
that give you a clear idea of tribal life of Chhattisgarh. Evening, return to
Kawardha Palace for night stay.
DAY 09:
KAWARDHA - KANHA NATIONAL PARK
Post
breakfast in the morning, check out of the hotel and take a road trip to Kanha
National Park, the famous wildlife sanctuary. On reaching, Kanha, check in at
the jungle resort. Post lunch, enjoy an exciting jungle safari in the national
park. Later, return back for an overnight stay in the resort.
DAY 10:
KANHA NATIONAL PARK
Today, spend
the entire day in enjoying the wildlife safari at this wildlife sanctuary. On
the 10th day, enjoy two jungle safaris (morning and afternoon) to explore
the length and breadth of this wildlife sanctuary and watching animals in their
natural turf. By evening, return back to the resort for night stay.
DAY
11: KANHA - JABALPUR – BHOPAL (TRAIN)
Today, after
breakfast, in the morning, leave by road for Jabalpur. En route, halt for the
sightseeing tour at Marble Rocks. The shimmering white rocks located
nearby Bedaghat. Later, proceed towards Jabalpur. Upon arrival, drive to the
railway station to board train to Bhopal. Overnight journey on board.
DAY
12: BHOPAL
Early
morning arrival in Bhopal followed by assisted transfer to the hotel by our
tour representative. After a short rest, proceed on a sightseeing tour of
Bhopal. The major places you will cover include Taj-UL-Masjid, Bharat Bhawan
(the center for visual and performing arts) and the Jama Masjid. Later, return
back to the hotel for night stay.
DAY 13:
BHOPAL - SANCHI - BHOPAL
Today, you
will be taken to the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Sanchi, famous for its
Buddhist pilgrimage site in Madhya Pradesh. Have breakfast and go out on a full
day excursion to Sanchi. The spectacular stupas, monasteries and temples
located in Sanchi dates back to the 3rd and the 12th century B.C. Later,
you will visit the famous Ashoka Pillar before leaving for Bhopal in the evening.
Later, return back to the hotel for night stay.
DAY
14: BHOPAL - AGRA (TRAIN)
The morning
is free to relax in the comforts of your room. Post lunch, drive to the Bhopal
railway station to board the train to Agra. By evening, arrive in Agra followed
by assisted transfer to the hotel for night stay.
DAY
15: AGRA
In the
morning, after breakfast, go out for a full day tour of Agra. Start your
journey with a visit to the famous Taj Mahal, one of the ‘Seven Wonders of the
World’ and an ode to the eternal love of Shah Jahan and Mumtaz Mahal. Later,
proceed to the majestic Red Fort, a red sandstone edifice and the erstwhile
demesne of the Mughal rulers. The fort complex is home to several gardens, halls
and palaces. Later, return to the hotel for night stay.
DAY 16:
AGRA- DELHI- DEPARTURE
Today is the
last day of your Tribal Tour. Post breakfast in the morning, check out of your
hotel and leave by road for Delhi. Upon arrival, check in at the hotel to rest
and relax. In the evening, drive to the New Delhi airport for onward
journey.
Note: This is just a suggested itinerary
indicative of what could be possible. We tailor holidays for your specific
needs. Contact us if you want modifications so that we could tailor a holiday
to suit your need for an unforgettable Holidays.
Inclusions/Exclusions
WHAT'S
INCLUDED:
- Accommodation on bed & breakfast basis based on double/twin occupancy.
- Excursions and touring as specified in itinerary, all on private basis.
- All airport and ground transportation on private basis.
- Driver allowance and all presently applicable taxes.
*Not included: gratuities, visas (if applicable), international or internal flights, meals and drinks not described, items of a personal nature.