Meeting and assistance on arrival at Delhi International Airport
Platinum guests receive a VIP jet-bridge greeting at Delhi International airport. An Airport Representative will meet you at the Aerobridge, and fast track you through immigration and customs. A Platinum by Trans India representative will escort you to the hotel and will arrange for immediate check-in.

Check-in at The Oberoi Hotel (Premier Plus Room – room booked from 1400 hours of this day)
Premier Plus Rooms, are large rooms on the higher floors of the hotel with views of either the Humayun’s Tomb or the Delhi Golf Course and have the added benefit of complimentary access to the exclusive Residents’ Lounge.

Delhi – Situated in a strategic position on the west bank of the Yamuna River, between the Himalayas and the Aravalli Hills, Delhi is the gateway to the rich alluvial soils of the Ganges plain and has, according to Indian folklore, been occupied since 2500 BC. New Delhi is an audacious statement of Imperial British control over India. Today the difference between bustling Old Delhi and the calmer, tree lined avenues of New Delhi is striking.

Overnight at The Oberoi Hotel (Premier Plus Room)

Breakfast at hotel

This morning, proceed for sightseeing tour of New Delhi

This tour includes visits to the important landmarks and monuments of New Delhi including Humayun’s Tomb, a UNESCO World Heritage site said to be the motivation behind the 'wonder of the world' the Taj Mahal. Drive past the India Gate, a free-standing, 42 metre high arch, built in 1931 as a war memorial in the memory of the 90,000 soldiers of the Indian Army who died in World War I. Take a photostop outside the Rashtrapati Bhavan (President’s House) the official residence of the President of the India. A highlight will be a visit to the Gurudwara Bangla Sahib – Delhi's largest Sikh temple. Later visit the Qutub Minar, a 72 meter high minaret built in 1199 AD.

Early evening, proceed to Old Delhi for sightseeing

Sightseeing of Old Delhi: The tour includes visits to the important landmarks and monuments of Old Delhi including drive past Red Fort, the 17th-century fortress of the Mughals which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Then visit the Jama Masjid, India’s largest mosque, constructed in 1658, where hundreds and thousands of Muslims offer their prayers even today. Ride a Cycle Rickshaw through Chandni Chowk (Silver Street), a famous shopping street of Old Delhi, and a market for food stalls, textiles, electronic goods, and watches. Also visit the Raj Ghat, set in beautiful gardens, the spot where Mahatma Gandhi was cremated after his assassination in 1948.

Visit a Haveli (Old mansion) to witness life in Old Delhi for cultural performance followed by dinner

A hidden treasure in the backstreets of Chandni Chowk is the beautifully restored Haveli Dharampura, an old merchant’s mansion, now painstakingly restored into a heritage hotel. Enjoy a sundowner on the terrace, which offers fabulous views of the Red Fort, the Jama Masjid and the Sis Ganj Gurudwara as well as the bustling markets of Old Delhi, followed by a lavish Indian tasting menu in the courtyard or the main restaurant accompanied by Indian folk music and dance.

Overnight at The Oberoi Hotel (Premier Plus Room)

Breakfast at hotel

A Day trip to Agra to explore Taj Mahal and Agra Fort (all days of week, except Friday)

Assisted transfer to Hazrat Nizamuddin Railway station to board train

Train Gatimaan Express for Delhi – Agra (0810 / 0950) – Executive Class
A Platinum by Trans India representative will be waiting for you with a hand held signage bearing your name as you exit the train compartment

Agra – Located on the western bank of the Yamuna River, the city of Agra, founded in 1504 by Sultan Sikander Lodi, was besieged in 1526 by Babur the first Mughal Emperor. During the mid 16th and 17th centuries Agra, by now the Mughal capital, witnessed a remarkable spate of expansion and architectural development as each successive emperor tried to outdo the last.

On arrival, visit Taj Mahal and Agra Fort (Taj Mahal is closed on Fridays)

Taj Mahal – a white-marble mausoleum, one of the world’s most photographed and most beautiful monuments, was constructed by the Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his wife Mumtaj Mahal, and is said to be an ‘Icon of eternal love”.

Visit the Agra Fort, the huge red sandstone Fort on the bank of Yamuna River, built in 1565 AD. The Fort houses a number of attractive buildings including Samman Burj, where Shah Jahan was imprisoned by his son, Moti Masjid, a white marble mosque, Diwan-e-Am, Diwan-e-Khas, Jahangir’s Palace, Khaas Mahal and Shish Mahal.

Lunch at Peshawari Restaurant at ITC Mughal Hotel

Afternoon car and driver at disposal for shopping OR visit few more Mughal monuments in the city

In the evening, assisted transfer to Agra Cantt. Railway station to board train

Train Gatimaan Express for Agra – Delhi (1745 / 1930) – Executive Class

On arrival in Delhi, transfer to The Oberoi Hotel

Overnight at The Oberoi Hotel (Premier Plus Room)

Packed breakfast from hotel

Early morning, transfer to Delhi Airport to board flight for Jabalpur
Platinum guests are booked in Business class on Domestic flights where available. On sectors with Economy class seating only, Platinum guests are booked in front row seats with extra leg room with an enhanced luggage allowance of 50 lbs. Per Person.

On arrival, transfer by road to Kanha (approximately 04 hour drive)

Check-in at Taj Banjaar Tola Lodge (Tented Suite)

The picturesque Kanha National Park was the inspiration behind famous poet and novelist Rudyard Kipling's unforgettable classic ‘The Jungle Book’, and is now regarded as one of the best parks for sighting tigers. And, if one can transcend into time, a barefooted Mowgli would perhaps come padding along the dusty trail. The enchanting beauty of the park has not faded over time and it still captivates the attention of the tourists.

Afternoon at leisure

OR

Visit a local village in the periphery of Kanha National Park

Visiting a tribal village on the periphery of the Kanha National park is like taking a step back in time. Gond and Baiga are the two prominent tribes found here. These were a hunter –gatherer, forest dwelling communities that practised a harmonious coexistence with nature. Remnants of that lifestyle can still be glimpsed here, although the younger generations are fast adapting to modern ways. Even today the primary source of livelihood of continues to be farming and cattle rearing. The houses have artistic mud plastered homes decorated with motifs from nature. Tattoos in geometric patterns are sported by women laden with traditional jewellery. Interesting keepsakes can be purchased from the travelling fair that moves from one village to another.

Overnight at Taj Banjaar Tola Lodge (Tented Suite)

Twice daily Safari Drives are conducted by expert naturalists in specially designed 4x4 vehicles (The Park is closed for Safaris on Wednesday afternoon)

Morning safaris start shortly after sunrise. Along with the thrill of tiger tracking, is a memorable stop for a picnic breakfast. Afternoon safaris last a couple of hours and end at sunset.

Shortly after day break, get comfortable in specially designed safari vehicles and make your way towards the Kanha National Park. Driven by an experienced naturalist you are greeted with dense jungles, grasslands laden with mist and a deep orange orb for a sun in the sky; – a typical mystical Kanha morning. Misty cool mornings are a trademark of the region even during the warmer months and make for fabulous photographic opportunities.

Kanha is rich in biodiversity with an excellent population of tigers and leopards. The Barasingha (hard ground swamp deer) are the mascots of Kanha and herds can be seen in grasslands as well as in Tals or ponds feeding on aquatic plants. During the breeding season in winter, it is interesting to watch the big males decorate their antlers with leaves and grass to attract a doe. Bird enthusiasts find Kanha a treasure box of winged gems. Scarlet Minivets, Rosy Starlings and the vibrant blue of Indian rollers are startling in their beauty, while some others have amusing calls.

Overnight at Taj Banjaar Tola Lodge (Tented Suite)

Morning and afternoon safaris in Kanha National Park

Sign off your stay in Kanha by having a Bush Dinner

The bush dinners in the Indian forests have a fairy tale quality. Multitudes of lanterns light up a clearing in the forest while gentle aromas from clay ovens fill the air. A rustic wooden cart serving refreshing drinks beside a bonfire is a wonderful start to the evening revelry. The Baiga dancers in traditional dress move lithely as the compelling drumbeats make guests want to join in. A sumptuous feast, jungle tales and tribal dancers are ingredients for a most memorable dining experience.

Overnight at Taj Banjaar Tola Lodge (Tented Suite)

Breakfast at hotel

Morning transfer by road to Bandhavgarh National Park (approximately 05 hour and 30 minutes drive)

Check-in at the Samode Safari Lodge (Luxury Villa)

Taking its name from the highest hill in the area, Bandhavgarh National Park has the highest density of tigers in the world. Packed with legends, its rugged jungles of sal trees and thickets of bamboo open out to sunlit grasslands and knolls, and hide the ruins of the ancient Bandhavgarh Fort.

Afternoon safari in Bandhavgarh National Park last a couple of hours and end at sunset (The Park is closed for Safaris on Wednesday afternoon).

Bandhavgarh, with one of the highest tiger densities in the country makes for a safari with plenty of action. You will be kept enthralled by a professionally trained naturalist who will interpret the jungle calls and read tracks of animals. A big predator on the move makes animals like deer and monkeys sound a warning, resulting in the jungle resounding with various alarm calls. These calls are then used by the naturalist to anticipate movements of the predator. You are encouraged to identify melodious bird song, like those of the Asian Koel, Magpie Robin and the Coppersmith Barbet.

However, an unforgettable animal sound that stays long after the safari is done is the deep roar of a tiger either marking territory or calling for a mate.

Overnight at Samode Safari Lodge (Luxury Villa)

Morning and afternoon safaris in to Bandhavgarh National park

Overnight at Samode Safari Lodge (Luxury Villa)

This morning relax in your Villa OR proceed for one more safari in the National Park

Late morning, transfer to Jabalpur Airport (approximately 03 hour and 30 minutes drive) to board flight for Delhi
Platinum guests are booked in Business class on Domestic flights where available. On sectors with Economy class seating only, Platinum guests are booked in front row seats with extra leg room with an enhanced luggage allowance of 50 lbs. Per Person.

Check-in at The Imperial Hotel (Grand Heritage Room)

Dinner at Spice Route Restaurant at The Imperial Hotel
Designed by Rajeev Sethi, the celebrated cultural czar of India, The Spice Route is an architectural marvel that offers a unique dining experience in a distinctively beautiful setting. It has been designed to reflect the journey of spices from the Malabar Coast in Kerala through Sri Lanka, Malaysia, and Indonesia to Thailand and Vietnam.

Overnight at The Imperial Hotel (Grand Heritage Room)

Breakfast at hotel

This morning, transfer to Delhi International Airport to board flight for onward            
Platinum guests receive a VIP departure assistance at Delhi International airport with a friendly meet and greet host who provides luggage assistance, expedited security check and immigration.