TEMPLES & TIGER India. 10 Days/9 Nights

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1 TEMPLES & TIGER India 10 Days/9 Nights

2 About &Beyond &Beyond is a pioneering, experiential travel company that offers forward-thinking, global travellers an exclusive experience of the world as it should be; a world that is in balance with itself. We go beyond mere luxury to enrich your guests experience through our core ethos of Care of the Land, Care of the Wildlife, and Care of the People. &Beyond has 30 exquisite safari lodges and camps across Africa and South America, and we also design personalised, high-end tours in 15 African countries, India, Bhutan, Sri Lanka, Nepal, Chile, Argentina, Ecuador and Peru. Welcome to India India is the world s largest democracy and covers an area of 3,287,263 sq km, stretching from the high Himalayas in the North, to the southern tropical rain forests and flanked by the Arabian Sea in West and The Indian Ocean in the East. In the shape of a triangle, India's topography is greatly varied in that there are deserts and rain forests, much of its land is comprised of fertile river plains and high plateaus. A vast subcontinent of over 1.2 billion people, and contains more different languages,religions,races and cultures than any other country in the world. India offers the traveler a multitude of unique experiences ensuring an unforgettable visit. From the vibrant and bustling markets and extravagant festivals to the serenity of a mountain retreat, India is a destination that will touch your soul. Highlights of the Itinerary: Delhi Guided tour of Old and New Delhi Breath-taking architecture and urban life in Delhi Exotic Indian wildlife on game drives in Pench & Kanha National Park Varanasi the oldest living city in the world with a spiritual legacy going back to 300 years Specially created for Culture & Wildlife

3 9 nights / 10 days 1 New Delhi (Day 1,2 & 8) 2 Pench (Day 3,4) 3 Kanha (Day 5,6,7) 5 Varanasi(9)

4 AN &BEYOND CUSTOM-DESIGNED ITINERARY DATE SERVICE ACCOMMODATION Day 1 Meet and Greet at Delhi Airport Transfer from Delhi airport to the Hotel Check in at Hotel Oberoi Hotel 02 Overnights at Oberoi Hotel, New Delhi Premier Room - BB Day 2 Day 3 Sightseeing in Delhi Flight from Delhi to Nagpur Meet on arrival and chauffeured to Pench (02 hour drive) Arrive at Baghvan Pench 2 nights at Baghvan Pench Luxury Suite JB basis Day 4 Day 5 Morning and Afternoon safari at Pench National Park Drive to Kanha (approx. 04 hour drive) Arrive at Banjaar Tola Kanha 03 nights at Banjaar Tola Kanha. Luxury Tent JB Basis Day 6 & 7 Day 8 Morning and Afternoon safari at Kanha National Park Today after morning safari, you will be chauffeured to Raipur airport (04 hour drive )for your flight to Delhi On arrival at Delhi airport you will be met and transferred to the Trident, Gurgaon Hotel. 01 Night at Trident Gurgaon Hotel Sup. Garden view room-b&b Day 9 Today Transfer to Delhi airport for your flight to Varanasi. Met on arrival in Varanasi and transfer to hotel Afternoon visit Sarnath Temple Evening aarti ceremony along the ghat Day Night at Nadesar Palace Hotel, Varanasi Morning visit Ghat. Later flight from Varanasi to Delhi. Palace room- B&B

5 On arrival at Delhi airport you will be met and assisted for your International flight to Onward destination. GLOSSARY BB = Bed and breakfast FI = Fully inclusive JB = Jungle board Basis (Bed, All Meals and Safaris on shared jeep basis ) Please Note: The new safari regulation being implemented by the park authorities, has made it mandatory for all registered safari vehicles of the park, whether privately owned or belonging to the lodges, be allocated to visitors on a rostered basis. Thus, vehicles from our lodge cannot be any longer guaranteed for safaris but a vehicle from the day s roster from the common pool for vehicles will be used for the activity. Though this change is being challenged in the courts there has been no conclusion on the lawsuit yet. On Wednesdays, afternoon game drives are not operational in Madhya Pradesh Parks as per government regulations. Optional activities are offered to our guests at the lodge which they can take when they arrive at the lodge. ENTRY/VISA REQUIREMENTS As for all international travel, the visitor to India is required to be in possession of a valid passport and visa. Travellers from all countries need a visa. Enquire about this from the Indian diplomatic Representatives abroad OR apply online at Boarding or immigration can be denied if there is a mismatch of passport details mentioned on the visa letter issued by the Government of India and the passport presented at these checks. The passport has to be valid for a minimum of 6 months AFTER the departure date from India and at least 2 (two) clear pages available in the passport for immigration stamping. SATELLITE PHONES ARE NOT ALLOWED IN INDIA The Government of India has banned the use of Satellite Phones across the country - it is a criminal offence to be in possession of such a phone and use of the same as well in India.

6 Day 1- New Delhi You arrive at Delhi s International Airport Terminal 3. On arrival you will be warmly welcomed by your &Beyond India host and chauffeured to Oberoi Hotel Check in at Hotel Oberoi Hotel. Check in time at the hotel is 1400 hours. The Oberoi is located in New Delhi, India s capital city. The Oberoi New Delhi reflects the city s spirit in a harmonious blend of tradition and contemporary sophistication. Located close to the city centre near business, commercial and shopping districts, the luxury hotel overlooks Delhi s prestigious Golf Club on one side and the heritage site of Humayun s Tomb on the other. Exquisite interiors, impeccable service and fine cuisine combine to make this the Capital s most graceful and elegant hotel. The award-winning hotel is ideal for business travel or holidays to explore the cultural wonders of Delhi. New Delhi, the capital of India is a modern buzzing metropolitan city with remnants of the past strewn amongst the modern buildings. Much of New Delhi was planned by Sir Edwin Lutyen s, who laid out a grandiose central administrative area as a testament to British imperial pretensions. Delhi was established between 900 B.C and Delhi's famous "seven cities" range from the 12 th century Quila Rai Pithora, built by Prithviraj Chauhan, to the imperial Shahjahanabad, constructed by the Mughals in the 17th century. Spend two overnights at Oberoi Hotel. Accommodation is in a Premier Room with ensuite facilities. Your stay is on bed & breakfast basis.

7 Day 2 - New Delhi Today after your breakfast you will be met and chauffeured for your private guided sightseeing tour of Delhi: OLD DELHI Chandni Chowk - Chandni Chowk originally meaning moonlit square or market is one of the oldest and busiest markets in Old Delhi. Jama Masjid- The Jama Masjid of Delhi, is the principal mosque of Old Delhi in India. Commissioned by the Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan, builder of the Taj Mahal, and completed in the year 1656 AD, it is the largest and best-known mosque in India. It lies at the origin of a very busy central street of Old Delhi, Chandni Chowk. Enjoy a Rickshaw ride which will go through the narrow lanes of Old Delhi. If you wish the guide can take you to a nice restaurant where you can have lunch (on direct payment basis) After the food break with the same guide your sightseeing will continue in New Delhi. This will include: Drive through Lutyen s Delhi, driving past Rashtrapati Bhavan, India Gate and the Old Secretariat. Humayun s Tomb - Humayun's tomb is a complex of buildings built as the Mughal Emperor Humayun's tomb, commissioned by Humayun's wife Hamida Banu Begum in It was the first garden-tomb on the Indian subcontinent, and is located in Nizamuddin East. It was also the first structure to use red sandstone at such a scale. The complex was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1993.

8 Qutub Minar - The Qutub Minar, a tower in Delhi, India, is at 72.5 meters the world's tallest brick minaret. Construction commenced in 1193 under the orders of India's first Muslim ruler Qutub-ud-din Aibak. The Qutub Minar is notable for being one of the earliest and most prominent examples of Indo-Islamic architecture. It is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. After sightseeing you will return to the hotel. Overnight stay at Taj Mahal Hotel Delhi. Day 3 & 4 Delhi / Nagpur / Pench National Park Today you will be chauffeured to Delhi airport for your flight to Nagpur. You will be met at Nagpur airport and chauffeured to Pench (approx. 02 hour drive- one way) Arrive at Taj Safaris Lodge Baghvan. With its open rooftop machans and large wooden decks that overlook the shady nullah, guests at Baghvan are constantly immersed in the sights and sounds of the Indian jungle. Rich birdlife flits through the trees overhanging your machan and monkeys chatter excitedly in the dense foliage. The sandy bed of the dry nullah provides a clear path through the dense jungle for the forest's inhabitants and guests needn't be surprised to find a sambar deer on their doorstep in the morning. Pench Tiger Reserve is named after the meandering Pench river that flows through it and is spread over two states of Central India. A beautiful conservation area set in a flourishing teak jungle is home to various species of deer, tiger and leopard. Coupled with the feeling of having the entire forest to yourself and the undulating scenery of the Satpura hills in the backdrop creates an unforgettable jungle experience. The combination of vegetation, from lush valleys to dry deciduous forests creates a range of habitats for India s exotic wildlife. Experience your morning and afternoon schedule game drive with &Beyond Naturalist at Pench National Park by shared jeep Spend two overnights at Baghvan Pench. Accommodation is in Luxury Bungalow with ensuite facilities. Your stay is on full board basis including scheduled game drives by shared jeeps.

9 Day 5/6/7 Pench / Kanha National Park Today after your breakfast you will be chauffeured to Kanha (approx. 04-hour drive one way) You will arrive at Taj Safaris Banjaar Tola Camp, Kanha Overlooking the lush forests and grassy meadows of Kanha National Park, at Banjaar Tola Kanha Tented Camp you are one with the environment. Admire stunning river views from the privacy of your own veranda or share the experiences of the day on dramatic decks facing the Banjaar River. Kanha National Park has ideal habitat for tigers and their prey species. Prime tiger wilderness, it was one of the first areas to be protected under Project Tiger and is one of the largest conservation areas today. Lush Sal and bamboo forests are insterspersed with vast grassy meadows while the Banjaar river forms the southwestern border of the park and provides a steady water source for the abundant wildlife. Experience your schedule morning and afternoon schedule game drives at Kanha National Park by shared jeep Spend three overnights at Taj Safaris Tented Camp Banjaar Tola. Accommodation is in Luxury Tent with ensuite facilities. Your stay is full board basis with schedule game drives. Day 8 Kanha / Raipur / Delhi Today after your morning safari will be chauffeured to the airport (approx. 04 hour drive) for your flight to Delhi. On arrival at Delhi airport you will be met and transferred to Trident Gurgaon Hotel.

10 The Trident Gurgaon is a beautifully designed hotel with set in Gurgaon, neighbouring the Delhi border with Haryana 10 kilometres from the international airport. The hotel was voted India s Leading Business Hotel' in 2005 and 2006 at the World Travel Awards. Spend overnight at Trident Hotel. Accommodation is in a Superior Garden view Room with ensuite facilities. Your stay is on bed & breakfast basis. Day 9- Delhi / Varanasi This morning, after breakfast, you will be met & transferred to Delhi airport for your flight to Varanasi. On arrival at Varanasi airport you will be met & chauffeured to your hotel-taj Nadesar Palace. Varanasi is a city situated on the banks of the River Ganges in the Indian state of Uttar Pradesh. It is one of the oldest inhabited cities in the world and probably the oldest of India. The culture of Varanasi is closely associated with the River Ganges and the river's religious importance. The city has been a cultural and religious centre in North India for several thousand years. People often refer to Varanasi as "the city of temples", "the holy city of India", "the religious capital of India", "the city of lights", and "the city of learning. Upon arrival, you will check into at Taj Nadesar Palace Hotel. Situated in one of the oldest living cities of the world, on the banks of the river Ganges, Nadesar Palace has hosted royalty, statesmen and celebrities since The name Nadesar is derived from the Goddess Nadesari, whose shrine is located in the front of the Palace. Set amidst verdant gardens, mango orchards, marigold and jasmine fields, Nadesar Palace is a haven of peace and tranquillity. In the afternoon proceed for an excursion to Sarnath. (Approx. 40 mins drive On way) Sarnath; is the palace where Gautam Buddha is believed to have given his first sermon about the basic principles of Buddhism, is situated about 10 km from Varanasi. The site houses a number of Stupas, excavated ruins of monasteries and the Ashokan pillar with the four

11 sided lion's head which is also the national emblem of India. The museum has a rich collection of sculptures comprising numerous Buddha and Bodhisattva images, considered amongst the finest specimens of Buddhist art. Evening visit Ghats to witness the Aarti ceremony. A sunset boat ride on the river rewards with the magical sight of thousands of tiny candlelit lamps made of leaves and marigolds being set afloat as part of the Ganga Aarti ceremony. Spend overnight at Taj Nadesar Palace Hotel. Accommodation is in a Palace room with ensuite facilities. Your stay is on bed & breakfast basis. Day 10- Varanasi / Delhi Early this morning drive to the Dashaswamedh ghat to take a boat cruise by sunrise. Continue by boat to see burning and bathing Ghats. The best time to visit is at dawn, when the river is bathed in a luminous yellow light as colourful throngs of pilgrims perform their morning devotions. Later, you will be met and transferred the Airport to board your flight to Delhi. On arrival at Delhi airport you will be met and assisted for your international flight to Onward destination. RATES VALIDITY Per person sharing 15 Oct April USD per person NOT VAILD 22 Dec January 2019 Flights DATE/DAY FROM/TO FLIGHT NUMBER TIME Day 04 Delhi to Nagpur Indigo Airways #6E 774 Dep: 05:20 Hrs; Arr: 0715 Hrs Day 08 Raipur to Delhi Indigo Airways #6E 2454 Dep: 1910 Hrs; Arr: 2110 Hrs Day 09 Delhi to Varanasi Jet Airways #9W 375 Dep: 1055 Hrs; Arr: 1255 Hrs

12 Day 10 Varanasi to Delhi Jet Airways #9W 370 Dep: 1545 Hrs; Arr: 1735 Hrs Accommodation DATE DESTINATION ACCOMMODATION DETAILS Day 01 New Delhi Oberoi, New Delhi Day 02 New Delhi Oberoi Hotel, New Delhi 1 x Premier Room (Double) Bed & Breakfast 1 x Premier Room (Double) Bed & Breakfast Day 03 Pench Taj Safaris Baghvan, Pench 1 x Luxury Bungalow Jungle Plan Day 04 Pench Taj Safaris Baghvan, Pench 1 x Luxury Bungalow Jungle Plan Day 05 Kanha Taj Safari Banjaar Tola, Kanha 1 x Luxury Tent Jungle Plan Day 06 Kanha Taj Safari Banjaar Tola, Kanha 1 x Luxury Tent Jungle Plan Day 07 Kanha Taj Safari Banjaar Tola, Kanha 1 x Luxury Tent Jungle Plan Day 08 Delhi Trident, Gurgaon 1x Superior Garden view room- Bed & Breakfast Day 09 Varanasi Taj Nadesar Palace, Varanasi 1x Palace room Bed & Breakfast Day 10 Depart Delhi What s included: Accommodation at all hotels in one Double/Twin - Room. All transfers, sightseeing and overland trips by 01 Air-conditioned Innova in North India. Travel Journal Meals as mentioned in the itinerary All Internal Regular flights in economy class subject to change at the time of issuing. Entrance fee and services of English speaking Local guide during sightseeing Mineral water during sightseeing and overland trip All current taxes as on date. TAJ SAFARIS LODGES: The prices are inclusive of:

13 Accommodation in a Double Room Park fees Photographic fees (non-professional) Services of English Speaking Naturalist Forest guide fees Three meals daily (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner) Soft drinks, House Wines, Local Brand Spirits and Beers Teas and Coffees Laundry 6 Pieces per Person Per Day. Scheduled Safari activities morning and evening Refreshments on Game Drives All applicable taxes What s not included: Any International Airfare / Airport taxes Any change in tax structure resulting from the hike in published tariff. Items of personal nature like tips, laundry, phone calls etc Any video / still camera fee to the monuments and places of visit Any other item not explicitly mentioned under price includes. Any Insurance. TAJ SAFARIS LODGES The prices are Exclusive of: Telephone calls Safari Shop purchases Champagne, Premium Brand Spirits, Fine Wines and Cigars. Gratuities Any additional taxes and levies. The Details are in the fine print Prices are subject to change as per change in Government / Hotel / Airline policy without prior notice. Rates include only those items specified in your itinerary. Please note, the names of hotels mentioned in our proposal only indicate that our rates have been based on usage of these hotels. It is not to be construed that accommodation is confirmed at these hotels until and unless we convey the confirmations to you on receipt of your acceptance. However in the event of any of the above mentioned hotels not becoming available at the time of initiating the reservations, we shall book alternate accommodation at a similar or next best available hotel and shall pass on the difference of rates (supplement/reduction whatever applicable) to you. Hotel Check-In 1400 hours, Check-out time 1200 NOON In case on any currency fluctuations or amendment in local Government taxes, or any fuel hike, we reserve the right to adjust the tour price accordingly. The due increase or decrease will be communicated accordingly. Until such time as confirmation of services is received from &Beyond South Asia this is a Quotation only and is subject to availability as no reservations have been made. The rates quoted are subject to change without prior warning, should there be any increases in Park Fees, Fuel, Sales Tax or VAT, third party services, or any other circumstances beyond our control in the regions featured in this quote/booking. All guests must take out comprehensive travel insurance covering them for personal effects, personal accident, medical and emergency travel expenses, cancellation and curtailment. In order to comply with international insurance requirements all airline tickets must clearly show the passenger s title, surname, name and initial (as indicated in their passport). As this applies to both scheduled and charter flights

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15 Cancellation 60 days or more prior to arrival Cancellation within 45 days of arrival. No cancellation/retention charge, except for cancellation fee on air tickets/ train tickets or deposits made on park drives in National Parks. Retention of full deposit levied as cancellation charge % Non-refundable advance payment to be remitted within 3 days on receiving confirmation for the hotels booked % of the balance payment to be remitted 60 days prior to arrival into India except for the periods of Pushkar/Christmas & New Year & February where 75% advance is required 100 days prior to arrival into India. &Beyond South Asia reserves the right to cancel all services booked should full payment not be received 60 days prior to arrival date. Should it be a last-minute booking, &Beyond South Asia will allow for 3 days from time of confirmation until payment (100%) reaches us before &Beyond South Asia will cancel any services booked. The amount is NON REFUNDABLE. Kindly note that payments may be processed with Visa and MasterCard credit cards. Payments may also be paid directly into &Beyond India or US bank account details. All payments received through credit card will attract an additional 2.50% transaction fee on the total invoice amount being paid. All payments received through PayPal will attract an additional 2.0% transaction fee on the total invoice amount being paid.