Tribal Tour of Chattisgarh with Kanha and Bandhavgarh National park (10 Days / 9 Nights)
India has many a surprises to offer and one of them is Chattisgarh, an undiscovered Paradise. Full of dense forests and some very original tribal population, Chattisgarh is a natural paradise waiting to be explored.
Come and explore the virgin and ecological attractions of the Chhatisgarh and get adventurous with the Tiger sanctuaries of bandhavgarh and Kanha near by.
Day 1: Delhi
Monday, February 10, 2025 - Tuesday, February 11, 2025
Transfer from International airport to Hotel.Overnight stay at Hotel.
Day 2: Delhi - Raipur
Tuesday, February 11, 2025 - Wednesday, February 12, 2025
Morning departure transfer to the Domestic Airport to leave for Raipur.Arrive and check in at Hotel.After lunch excursion to Sirpur, on the bank of river Mahanadi. It was the capital of Shravanpuri kings belonging to Pandu Dynasty. Visit the Buddhist Vihars, Swastik Vihars, Gandeshwar Mahadev temple, Museum and Laxman temple, which is one of the finest brick temples in the country. It is unique with its exquisite carvings and precise construction with terrific symmetry. The temple was believed to be constructed in 650A.D.Overnight stay at Hotel.
Day 3: Raipur - Kawardha
Wednesday, February 12, 2025 - Thursday, February 13, 2025
Morning excursion to Rajim.It is a virtuous place and called Prayag of Chattisgarh located at the confluence of rivers Mahanadi, Poiri and Soundur. Visit the Temples of Rajeev Lochan, Kuleshwar Mahadev and Rajeshwar.After early lunch leave by road for the former Princely State of Kawardha. Upon arrival check-in at Kawardha Palace. Afternoon familiarization tour of the Palace and nearby cultural sites including the captivating Bhoramdeo Temple complex. Return to the Palace at sunset followed by a welcome drink to meet the royal family with traditional Chattisgarhi dance and dinner.Overnight stay at Kawardha Palace.
Day 4: Kawardha
Thursday, February 13, 2025 - Friday, February 14, 2025
After breakfast, a well-versed Palace guide will accompany you on an introduction to the secrets of Kawardha's little-known natural and tribal world. You will meet the gentle and friendly Baiga people, the principal indigenous forest tribe. Enjoy picnic lunch with them. In the evening return to the Palace and after wash and change proceed for the dinner with the royal family.Overnight stay at Kawardha Palace.
Day 5: Kawardha - Kanha
Friday, February 14, 2025 - Saturday, February 15, 2025
Morning drive to Kanha. Upon arrival check in at hotel. Kanha's sal and bamboo forests, rolling grasslands and meandering streams stretch over 940 sq km in dramatic natural splendour which form the core of the Kanha Tiger Reserve created in 1974 under Project Tiger. Afternoon jeep safari to visit Kanha National park.Overnight stay at Hotel.
Day 6: Kanha
Saturday, February 15, 2025 - Sunday, February 16, 2025
Morning jeep safari to visit Kanha National park.Afternoon jeep safari to visit Kanha National park.Overnight stay at Hotel.
Day 7: Kanha - Bandhavgarh
Sunday, February 16, 2025 - Monday, February 17, 2025
Morning jeep safari to visit Kanha National Park.After early breakfast drive to Bandhavgarh.Upon arrival at Bandhavgarh, check in at Hotel.This is a small National Park, compact, yet full of game. The density of the Tiger population at Bandhavgarh is the highest known in India. This is also a White Tiger country. These have been found in the old state of Rewa for many years. The last known was captured by Maharajah Martand Singh in 1951. This White Tiger, Mohun, is now stuffed and on display in the palace of the Maharajahs of Rewa.Overnight stay at Hotel.
Day 8: Bandhavgarh - Umaria - Delhi
Monday, February 17, 2025 - Tuesday, February 18, 2025
Morning jeep safari to visit
Bandhavgarh National Park.Afternoon Elephant safari to visit
Bandhavgarh National Park.After early dinner, departure transfer to Umaria railway station to board an overnight Train - Kalinga Utkal Express which departs for Delhi at 20.25hrs.Overnight stay at Hotel.
Day 9: Delhi
Tuesday, February 18, 2025 - Wednesday, February 19, 2025
Arrive at 13.30 hrs and transfer from railway station to hotel.Evening Cultural Show and Dinner.Overnight stay at Hotel.
Day 10: Delhi
Wednesday, February 19, 2025 - Thursday, February 20, 2025
Morning half-day city tour of Old Delhi visiting
Raj Ghat the Mausoleum of Mahatma Gandhi. Jama Masjid and drive past
Red Fort. You may take a tricycle tour of Chandini Chowk. Afternoon half day city tour of New Delhi visiting drive past President House,
Parliament House (House of Representatives) and
India Gate - War Memorial (stop for photography). Visit the
Qutub Minar , 72.55 meters, high Victory Tower and proceed onto
Bahai Temple (lotus temple). Also visit the
Humayun's Tomb built of red sandstone, the first substantial example of the Mughal architecture and Laxmi Narayan Temple - a modern Hindu temple built by the Birlas, leading Indian industrialists. Evening transfer to international airport to fly back homeonward destination.
