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TAJ MAHAL TOUR & JUNGLE SAFARI

India

14 Days/13 Nights

www.andBeyond.com Taj Mahal & Jungle Safari- 2019-20

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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:

Breathtaking architecture and urban vibe in Delhi

The magnificent Taj Mahal, the world’s most famous monument

to love

The spectacular forts and palaces of Jaipur

Exotic Indian wildlife on game drives in Pench & Kanha National

Park

The Majestic Mehrangarh Fort, the largest residential palace in

India, Umaid Bhawan Palace and the Home of the Bishnoi

community.

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At a glance

13 Nights / 14 Days

1 – New Delhi (Day 1,2 / Flyout on day 14)

2 – Agra (Day 3)

3 – Jaipur (Day 4,5)

4 – Jodhpur (Day 6,7)

5 – Pench (Day 8,9,10)

6 - Kanha (Day 11,12,13)

AN &BEYOND CUSTOM-DESIGNED ITINERARY

DATE SERVICE ACCOMMODATION

Day 1 Arrive into Delhi (Flights to be booked and issued at your end – details to be

advised)

Meet & greet at the airport and transfer to the hotel

Spend 02 Nights in The Oberoi, New Delhi Premier Room – BB

Basis

Day 2 Embark on a guided tour of Old Delhi with Rickshaw ride

Later drive through Delhi's former colonial splendour, passing the magnificent

president's house, the World War I memorial of the India Gate

Visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Humayun’s Tomb and the Sikh Temple of

Worship ‘Gurudwara Bangla Sahib

Day 3 Morning drive to Agra (Approx. 3 ½ hrs drive)

You will be met on arrival and assisted to check-in at your hotel

Late afternoon tour of the Agra Fort and Taj Mahal; to view it by Sunset

Spend 01 Night in The Oberoi Amarvilas, Agra Premier Room – BB

Basis

Day 4 Revisit Taj Mahal at Sunrise

Return to your hotel for Breakfast

Leisurely drive to Jaipur, enroute visiting the deserted Mughal walled city of

Fatehpur Sikri (Approx. 5 ½ hrs drive)

You will be met on arrival and assisted to check-in at your hotel

Spend 02 Nights in Taj Rambagh Palace, Jaipur Palace Room – BB

Basis



Day 5 Morning embark on a guided tour of the stunning Amber fort

Spend the afternoon exploring the Jaipur City Palace, marvelling at the ancient

astronomical instruments in the Observatory Tower and admiring the Hawa Mahal

Enjoy the evening at the Dera Amer Camp where you will get an opportunity to

interact with the elephants which will be followed by a sumptuous alfresco dinner

Day 6 Morning drive to Jodhpur with a packed Lunch (approx 05 hours’ drive)

You will be met upon arrival and assisted to check-in at your hotel

Spend 02 Nights in Taj Umaid Bhawan Palace, Jodhpur Palace Room – BB

Basis

Day 7 Embark on a Jeep Safari to Bishnoi Village

Drive back to Jodhpur and visit the Mehrangarh fort and Jaswant Thada

Round off the evening with a walk around the spice market

Day 8 Morning transfer to the airport for your flight to Mumbai (AI475 / Dep 1420 Hrs ::

Arr 1600 Hrs / Air India)

On arrival and Mumbai airport, connect for your onward flight to Nagpur (AI629 /

Dep 1840 Hrs :: Arr 2010 Hrs / Air India)

You will be met on arrival and driven to Pench (approx. 02 ½ hours’ drive)

Spend 03 Nights in Jamtara Wilderness Camp, Pench Luxury Tents – JP Basis

Day 9/10 Scheduled morning and afternoon game drives in a shared jeep

Day 11 Morning drive to Kanha (approx. 04 hours’ drive)

Arrive and check-in at the lodge

Embark on an afternoon game drive in a shared jeep

Spend 03 Nights in Banjaar Tola, Kanha Luxury Tented Suite –

JP Basis

Day 12/13 Scheduled morning and afternoon game drives in a shared jeep

Day 14 Experience a morning game drive in a shared jeep

Later drive for about 4 hours to Raipur airport in time for your flight to Delhi

(6E2454 / Dep 1940 Hrs :: Arr 2135 Hrs / Jetairways)

On arrival, you will be met and assisted to connect for your onward flight (Flights

to be booked and issued at your end – details to be advised)

GLOSSARY

BB = Bed and Breakfast

JP = Jungle Plan Basis (Cycle of 3 meals and scheduled game drives)

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 https://indianvisaonline.gov.in/visa/tvoa.html

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.”


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Expect the extraordinary

Day 1- Arrive New Delhi

Upon arrival at Delhi’s Indira Gandhi International Airport (Flights to

be booked and issued at your end - details to be advised) You will be

welcomed by your &Beyond India host and chauffeured to ‘The

Oberoi New 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 1930. Delhi's famous

"seven cities" range from the 12th century Quila Rai Pithora, built by

Prithviraj Chauhan, to the imperial Shahjahanabad, constructed by

the Mughals in the 17th century.

Of the many attractions in Delhi, the major sites are the Rashtrapati

Bhawan designed by Sir Edwin Lutyens as the British Viceroys Palace,

Shahjahanabad (Old Delhi) where the Red Fort is, or Jama Masjid in

the famed Chandni Chowk in the heart of Old Delhi.

The Oberoi: 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.

Spend Two Nights at The Oberoi New Delhi. Accommodation will be

in a Premier Room. Your stay is on Bed & Breakfast basis.

Day 2 - New Delhi

At a convenient time today, you will have the opportunity to plunge

deep into the beating heart of Delhi as you take a guided sightseeing

tour of the Chandni Chowk. Immerse yourself in the colourful stalls

and crowded alleyways of this historical market on a rickshaw ride

and visit the Jama Masjid, the largest and most splendid mosque in

India.



Chandni Chowk: Once the grandest of markets in India. Even though

today Chandni Chowk appears choked with congestion, it retains its

historical character.

Jama Masjid: The Jama Masjid is the principal mosque of Old Delhi.

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.

Spice Market: Located in ‘Khari Baoli’ a street in Old Delhi known for

its wholesale grocery and Asia's largest wholesale spice market selling

all kinds of spices, nuts, herbs and food products like rice and tea.

The market is operating since the 17th century.

Later in the afternoon you will embark on a drive through New Delhi's

former colonial splendour, passing the magnificent president's house,

known as the Rashtrapati Bhavan, the World War I memorial of the

India Gate and the Old Secretariat building.

Visit the Gurudwara Bangla Sahib, Delhi’s most prominent Sikh Temple

and the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Humayun’s Tomb, India's first

garden-tomb.

Gurudwara Bangla Sahib: One of the most prominent Sikh Gurudwara

or Temple, known for its association with the 08th Sikh Guru, Guru Har

Krishan, as well as the pool inside its complex, known as the Sarovar.

As with all Sikh Gurudwaras, the concept of Langar (Community

Kitchen) is practiced, and all people, regardless of race or religion

may eat in the Gurudwara kitchen (Langar hall). The Langar food is

prepared by gursikhs (Sikh Devotees) who work there and also by

volunteers who like to help out.

Optional: You will have the opportunity to lend a helping hand in the

community kitchen or participate in community service.

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 1562. It was the first structure to use red

sandstone at such a scale. The complex was declared a UNESCO World

Heritage Site in 1993.


https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gurdwara


Day 3 - New Delhi – Agra

This morning, you will be met and driven to Agra. (approx 4 hours’

drive)

Agra: The city of Agra flourished under the patronage of the emperors

Akbar, Jahangir and Shah Jahan and attracted artisans from Persia

and central Asia. Agra is where Emperor Shah Jahan engraved his

immortal love for his Empress in marble, the Taj Mahal. Agra is still

famous for handicrafts products such as inlay work on marble,

carpets, jewellery, zari and embroidery work.

You will be met on arrival and assisted to check-in at The Oberoi

Amarvilas

The Oberoi Amarvilas: Considered as one of India’s best hotels, The

Oberoi Amarvilas stands unmatched in its grandeur and style. Being

only 600 mtrs away from the Taj Mahal, every single room in this

property looks over the monument.

Once you have settled in, you will embark on a guided tour of the

Agra fort and the Taj Mahal; to view it by Sunset.

Agra Fort. For many years through the Mughal rule, especially during

the period when Agra was the capital of the kingdom, Agra Fort was

renovated and reworked extensively with marble and pietra dura

inlay. Notable buildings in the fort include the Pearl Mosque, the

Diwan-e-Am and Diwan-e-Khas (halls of public and private audience),

Jehangir's Palace, Khaas Mahal, Sheesh Mahal (mirrored palace), and

Musamman Burj.

Taj Mahal: Said to be one of the most elegant and a harmonious

building in the world, Taj Mahal is the manifestation of the wealth

and luxury of Mughal art as seen in its architecture, garden design,

painting, and calligraphy.

Please Note: The entry tickets for visiting the Taj Mahal will be valid

for 3 Hrs only. The Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) has declared

that the Main Dome & 04 Cupola’s would undergo clay packing W.e.f.

April 2018 till November 2018. They would restart the restoration

work from the front facia of the Dome from April & move on towards

the rear side in anti-clockwise direction so that in beginning

September the scaffoldings do not interfere with the view of the Taj

while one enters the complex. However the view from Mehtab Bagh

would remain interfered between August & November as per our

assumptions. At present as per the ASI’s timeline the entire work on

the main building of the Taj Mahal would be completed till November

2018.

Spend One Night at The Oberoi Amarvilas. Accommodation will be in

a Premier Room. Your stay will be on Bed & Breakfast Basis.



Day 4 – Agra – Fatehpur sikri – Jaipur

Revisit Taj Mahal at Sunrise

Return to your hotel for Breakfast

Later check-out and drive for about 05 ½ Hours to Jaipur enroute

visiting the deserted Mughal walled city of Fatehpur Sikri.

Fatehpur Sikri: Built by Akbar in the mid-16th century as a new

capital city. It is a fine example of a Mughal walled city with defined

private and public areas and imposing gateways. Its architecture, a

blend of Hindu and Islamic styles, reflects Akbar’s secular vision as

well as his style of governance.

Jaipur: Founded in 1728 by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh, Jaipur is where

modernity and tradition exist side by side. The walled city, vibrant

with colours, houses the City Palace, an astronomical observatory and

a bustling bazaar where artisans fashion puppets, silver jewellery, lac

bangles and other handicrafts in their workshops. At a short distance

is the Amber Fort Palace at Amber.

You will be met on arrival and assisted to check-in at the Taj

Rambagh Palace

Taj Rambagh Palace: In the finest tradition of Rajput hospitality, the

Rambagh Palace offers its guests a taste of royal living – a luxury and

extravagance that was once the sole preserve of kings. Its elegantly

appointed rooms, marbled corridors and majestic gardens echo with

history, and every corner has a story to tell.

‘The Jewel of Jaipur’, Ram Bagh Palace, which has been a home to

generations of royals, was converted into a hotel in 1972.

Spend Two Nights at Taj Rambagh Palace. Accommodation will be in

a Palace Room. Your stay will be on Bed & Breakfast Basis



Day 5 – Jaipur

This morning you will embark on a guided tour of the stunning

Amber fort

Amber Fort: It was once the ancient citadel of the ruling Kachhawa

clan of Amber, before the capital was shifted to present day Jaipur.

Amber Fort is known for its unique artistic style, blending both Hindu

and Muslim (Mughal) elements, and its ornate and breathtaking

artistic mastery.

The afternoon will be spend exploring the Jaipur City Palace,

marvelling at the ancient astronomical instruments in the

Observatory Tower and admiring the Hawa Mahal (Palace of Winds):

City Palace: A wonderful combination of Mughal and Rajput forms of

architecture, it is now partly a museum housing miniature paintings,

manuscripts, Mughal carpets, musical instruments, royal costumes and

weapons, giving invaluable insight into Jaipur's royal past.

Observatory Tower or the Jantar Mantar was built between 1728 and

1734 and it houses precise instruments for measuring “the harmony of

heavens”. Each instrument serves a particular function and gives an

accurate reading.

Hawa Mahal (Photo stop only): perhaps Jaipur’s most famous building;

the Hawa Mahal is the pink sandstone façade of a palace built for the

ladies of the harem by Sawai Pratap Singh. The façade contains 953

small casements under a huge curve, each with a balcony and

crowning arch. The windows enable cool air (Hawa) to circulate and

the zenana to watch processions below without being seen.

Later this evening; you will be taken to the retreat of Dera Amer,

where you will get an opportunity to interact with the Elephants,

which is followed by sumptuous alfresco dinner.

Dera Amer situated behind the hills of the famous Amer Fort is the

ideal location for outdoor recreational and adventure activities in very

close proximity to the city of Jaipur. The Camp is surrounded by the

wilderness of a reserved forest with no urban civilization in the

vicinity, just a few hamlets housing the local villagers occupied by

farming on their fields.

A local Rajput family who themselves reside in the area organize

elephant, horse and camel safaris in the jungle using their beautiful

home and the camp as a base, as well as getting the guests to interact

with the local farmers in the village



Day 6 – Jaipur – Jodhpur

Today you will drive to Jodhpur (approximately 05 hours with a

Packed Lunch). A dazzling blaze of blue on the eastern edge of the

Thar Desert, Jodhpur is dominated by the imposing fortress that

towers above the city on a sandstone ridge.

You will be met on arrival and assisted to check-in at the Taj Umaid

Bhawan Palace.

Taj Umaid Bhawan Palace: The last of the great palaces of India and

one of the largest residences in the world – set amidst 26 acres of lush

gardens. Part museum, part royal residence and part hotel, the Umaid

Bhawan Palace, with its ornate, art deco design, offers fascinating

insight into the lives of the royals, with visitors even given the

possibility of an enticing glimpse of the current maharaja, who still

maintains a home within the palace complex.

Remainder of the evening is at leisure to unwind after the long drive.

Spend Two Nights at Taj Umaid Bhawan Palace. Accommodation will

be in a Palace room. Your stay is on Bed & Breakfast Basis.

Day 7 – Jodhpur

This morning will met by your guide and embark on a Jeep Safari to

Bishnoi Village

The Village Safari is designed to provide you with an authentic rural

experience. The purpose of the Safari is to showcase the vibrant rural

life style of Marwar where the guests can see first-hand; the daily

struggles and joys of the hardy yet ever welcoming people of the

desert.

The highlight of the Safari is the Bishnoi tribe who are regarded as the

first environment conservationist of the world and have been

preserving the flora and fauna for the past 550 years as a religion.

Their efforts are evident in the large number of wild animals that can

be seen during this Safari including the rare black bucks, Chinkara

deer, blue bulls, desert fox and Demoiselle Cranes to just name a

few! We organise the famous opium ceremony which is an integral

welcome ritual at the house of a Bishnoi along with turban tying.

The Safari also provides you with an opportunity to see the dying

handicraft art form called “Pattu” making. This rare handicraft was



once a thriving business before the advent of the machine knitting

factories. The Pattu is a form of rug making that used to be an

integral part of any household in olden days. Used as a rug which can

be spread to sleep on as well as to wear during the chilly winters, this

multipurpose handicraft is now a rarity. The art of Pattu making used

to be passed from father to son, but due to the economic constraints

this art is slowly dying out.

Later drive back to Jodhpur and embark on a guided tour the

Mehrangarh Fort & Jaswant Thada.

Mehrangarh Fort: Encircled within the massive city walls, the

majestic Mehrangarh Fort keeps watch over a maze of rooftops from

its perch on a rocky mountaintop. Bathed in yellow light at night, this

imposing stronghold has the reputation of being the best maintained

fort in Rajasthan, and the palace complex, with its network of

courtyards, is well worth exploring. The museum also houses fabulous

galleries of art and armour, a superb collection of elephant howdahs

and other stunning royal artefacts.

Jaswant Thada: Sprawled in the shadow of the mountaintop fort, the

Blue City also boasts the Jaswant Thada, a beautiful marble

crematorium constructed for the maharajahs in the 19th century.

You may round off your afternoon with a visit to the local Market.

Stroll past Clock Tower Market toward Nai Sarak, sample the famous

mirchi bada – ‘fried chilli’, at Janta Sweet Home, pick up lac bangles

at ‘Sadar Market’ and choose from an array of spices at the ‘Spice

Market’.

Day 8 – Jodhpur – Mumbai – Nagpur – Pench

Late morning transfer to the airport for your flight to Mumbai (AI475 /

Dep 1420 Hrs :: Arr 1600 Hrs / Air India)

On arrival at Mumbai airport, connect for your onward flight to

Nagpur (AI629 / Dep 1840 Hrs :: Arr 2010 Hrs / Air India)

You will be met on arrival at Nagpur Airport and driven to the

Jamtara Wilderness Camp in Pench National Park (approx. 02 ½

hours’ drive)

Pench National Park. A spectacular natural reserve set among typical

Central Indian teak jungle, Pench offers a quiet and secluded game

viewing experience. Taking its name from the meandering Pench River

which intersects the park, the reserve sprawls over a breathtaking

landscape of hills, forests and valleys. Coupled with the feeling of

having the entire forest to yourself, the gentle, undulating scenery of

the Satpura Hills creates an unforgettable jungle experience. The

mosaic of vegetation, from lush valleys to dry, deciduous forests

creates a range of habitats for India’s exotic wildlife. Flat hilltops

known as dadars appear among grassy expanses and riverine forests. A

typical Central Indian Teak forest, Pench supports a rich variety of



wildlife, including the tiger, leopard, wild dog, gaur, sambar, chital

etc.

The Jamtara Wilderness Camp is ideally located in the village of

Jamtara, at the foot of the Pench National Park. The Camp is cloaked

within the safety of surrounding arjuna trees that tower to the

heavens. The property features 10 grand tents, intended to elicit an

airy and light atmosphere with fine views of the wide expansive

landscape. The entrance of the structure is easily rolled up, inviting

the warmth of the Indian sun and its glowing rays that illuminate the

local artwork within the tent walls. Tents boast beds that are large

and comfortable with deluxe linens, firm structured bathrooms, and

private indoor and outdoor living areas

Spend Three Nights at Jamtara Wilderness Camp. Accommodation

will be in a Luxury tents. Your stay will be on Jungle Plan basis

(cycle of 3 meals a day i.e. breakfast; lunch & dinner & scheduled

game drives)

Day 9/10 – Pench

Early morning and afternoon game drives are done in open 4x4 jeeps.

An experienced naturalist will accompany you and explain and point

out interesting flora and fauna.

The reserve is set in a thick teak jungle that sets it apart from other

important Central Indian national parks. It is home to a number of

water bodies along with the Pench river that flows through it. The

terrain is undulating and most of the area is covered by small hills,

steeply sloping on the sides. Pench has a healthy population of wild

dogs or 'Dhole' and sightings here are more common than other

Central Indian parks. The park offers a quiet and secluded jungle

experience.

Note: Pench Tiger Reserve is closed for park drives on Wednesday

afternoons.



Day 11 – Pench – Kanha

This morning you will transferred to Banjaar Tola Camp in Kanha

National Park (approx. 04 hours’ drive)

Kanha National Park: 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

interspersed with vast grassy meadows while the Banjaar river forms

the south-western border of the park and provides a steady water

source for the abundant wildlife.

Note: Kanha is closed during the monsoon months - 31st June to 15th

October

Banjaar Tola: An elegant safari lodge ideally located along the still

Banjaar River at the foot of Kanha National Park. The dramatic setting

of the lodge creates a theatre of jungle discovery and adventure, with

constant reminders of the wildlife haven outside. The lodge features

luxurious and airy tents with contemporary lines and finishes amid a

forest backdrop.

Note: Banjaar Tola does not stock alcohol at their property; however

the lodge staff will be happy to procure the preferred liquor from the

local wine shop as per the guest’s requirements.

Experience a scheduled afternoon game drive in a shared jeep.

Spend Three Nights at Banjaar Tola. Accommodation will be in a

Cottage. Your stay will be on Jungle Plan basis (cycle of 3 meals a

day i.e. breakfast; lunch & dinner & scheduled game drives)

Day 12/13 – Kanha

Explore the dense jungles of Kanha National Park on early morning

and afternoon park drives in an open 4x4 safari vehicle. Specially

trained naturalists will accompany you throughout, pointing out and

explaining details about the jungle.

One of the joys of exploring this park is the range of habitats each

with their own characteristics. There are long stretches of tall sal

(Shorea Robusta) trees with breaks of bamboo and large expanses of

mixed deciduous forest. Riverine patches are dissected by streams of

gin-clear water which make for perfect cooling spots for the animals

in the heat. Kanha is famous for its vast meadows or ‘maidans’, many

of which were previously ‘forest villages’ before their relocation.

These fields are excellent habitat for large herds of spotted deer and

Swamp deer that are preyed on by packs of wild dogs or ‘Dhole’. All



of these are interconnected by an excellent network of forest tracks

and dirt roads.

Note: Kanha Tiger Reserve is closed for park drives on Wednesday

afternoons.

Day 14 – Kanha – Raipur – Delhi – Flyout

Experience a scheduled morning game drive in a shared jeep.

Later drive for about 4 hours to Raipur airport reaching in time for

your flight to Delhi (6E2454 / Dep 1940 Hrs :: Arr 2135 Hrs /

Jetairways)

On arrival, you will be met and assisted to connect for your onward

flight (Flights to be booked and issued at your end – details to be

advised)



Journey overview

RATES

VALIDITY

Per person sharing

15th October to 21st December 2019 and from 05th January to 15th April 2020 10593 USD per person

Flights

DATE/DAY FROM/TO FLIGHT NUMBER TIME

Day 8 Jodhpur to Mumbai AI475 Dep 1420 Hrs; Arr 1600 Hrs

Day 8 Mumbai to Nagpur AI629 Dep 1840 Hrs; Arr 2010 Hrs

Day 14 Raipur to Delhi 6E2454 Dep 1940 Hrs; Arr 2135 Hrs

Accommodation

DATE DESTINATION ACCOMMODATION DETAILS

Day 01 New Delhi The Oberoi New Delhi Premier Room (Double)

Bed & Breakfast

Day 02 New Delhi The Oberoi New Delhi Premier Room (Double)

Bed & Breakfast

Day 03 Agra The Oberoi Amarvilas Premier Room (Double)

Bed & Breakfast

Day 04 Jaipur Taj Rambagh Palace Palace Room (Double)

Bed & Breakfast

Day 05 Jaipur Taj Rambagh Palace Palace Room (Double)

Bed & Breakfast

Day 06 Jodhpur Taj Umaid Bhawan Palace Palace Room (Double)

Bed & Breakfast

Day 07 Jodhpur Taj Umaid Bhawan Palace Palace Room (Double)

Bed & Breakfast

Day 08 Pench Jamtara Wilderness Camp Luxury Tents (Double)

Jungle Plan


Jungle Plan


Jungle Plan

Day 11 Kanha Banjaar Tola Luxury Tented Suite (Double)

Jungle Plan


Jungle Plan


Jungle Plan



What’s included:

Accommodation at all hotels in one Double Room.

All transfers, sightseeing and overland trips by 01 Air Conditioned Toyota Innova Vehicle (MUV)

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.

Travel Journal

TAJ SAFARI LODGES: The prices are inclusive of:

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, Teas and Coffees

Laundry – 6 Pieces per Person per Day.

Scheduled Safari activities morning and evening

Refreshments on Game Drives

Emergency medical evacuation insurance

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 SAFARI LODGES: The prices are Exclusive of:

Telephone calls

Safari Shop purchases

Champagne, Cognacs, 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 we would be grateful if you could provide us with this information at the time of confirmation. Your internal

flights have been organized by us. While we take the maximum care to ensure a safe and comfortable journey for

you &Beyond South Asia is not responsible for the fitness of the carriers or the safety standards of the carrier

company.

In order to comply with International Insurance requirements &Beyond South Asia can only reserve seats, be it on a

provisional or confirmed basis, on both domestic/scheduled or charter flights.

Please note that airfares may increase between time of booking, time of payment and the ticket being issued. Any

costs incurred due to amendments will not be borne by &Beyond South Asia.

&Beyond South Asia cannot be held responsible should airlines discontinue flights on certain routings or change

scheduled timetables, resulting in missed connections etc. Should an amendment in a routing or itinerary be

necessary we will re-quote you accordingly

Dietary Requirements: All dietary requirements can be catered for. When making your reservation, please advise us

of any specific dietary requirements that you may have and these will be communicated through to the respective

establishment.

Gratuities: Tipping is at your discretion. However management of the establishment will be able to assist with

guidelines.

&Beyond reserves the right to modify program itineraries, including arranged sightseeing, and substitute

accommodations, including vessels and trains, at any time due to unforeseen circumstances or circumstances

beyond &Beyond’s control. Every effort will be made to operate itineraries as planned, but alterations may occur

after the final itinerary has been issued.

&Beyond strongly recommends that the guests insure themselves against loss of deposit, cancellation charges,

medical expenses and loss of personal possessions, and any other foreseeable loss or expense.

Photography During Travel

A. &Beyond reserves the right to take photographs or video during the operation of any program or part thereof

and to use them for promotional purposes during the program and thereafter. By booking a program with

&Beyond, guests agree to allow their images to be used in such photographs. Guests who prefer that their



images not be used are asked to identify themselves to &Beyond representative at the beginning of their

program.

Guest Obligations:

1. Medical Conditions – the guest must notify &Beyond of any pre-existing medical conditions that might

reasonably be expected to affect the Travel Arrangements. The guest agrees and acknowledges that &Beyond

will not be liable for any loss or damage incurred by the guest as a result of any pre-existing medical condition

or health issue of the Customer that may preclude, delay, affect or interfere with the Travel Arrangements.

2. Health Issues – It is the guests sole responsibility to

a) Obtain any vaccinations or take any other health precautions applicable to the country of travel;

b) Take all steps reasonably necessary (including, without limitation, the consultation of appropriate medical

professionals) to identify whether they have any pre-existing medical conditions or health issues (whether

known or unknown) that may preclude, delay, affect or interfere with the Travel Arrangements; and

c) Notify &Beyond if the guest has any pre-existing medical conditions or health issues that may preclude,

delay, affect or interfere with the Travel Arrangements.

PAYMENT & CANCELLATION POLICY

Booking made within 45 days of arrival

100% payment at the time of booking (within 72 hours) non-

refundable

Booking made more than 45 days prior to arrival

25% payment at the time of booking (within 7 days) and balance

75%, 60 to 100days prior to arrival

Cancellation 60 days or more prior to arrival

No cancellation/retention charge, except for cancellation fee on

air tickets/ train tickets or deposits made on park drives in

National Parks.

Cancellation within 45 days of arrival.

Retention of full deposit levied as cancellation charge.

1. 25% Non-refundable advance payment to be remitted within 3 days on receiving confirmation for the hotels booked.

2. 75% 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.


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