Beauty of Bundelkhand
Nine Days Eight Nights Tour Package Hosted by HAPPY JOURNEY TRAVELS
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Description of Package: 1.
Historical References The Chandelas of Jejakabhukti were a Rajput dynasty in Central India. They ruled much of the Bundelkhand region (then called Jejakabhukti) between the 9th and the 13th centuries. Around 1182-1183 CE, the Chahamana ruler Prithviraj Chauhan invaded the Chandela kingdom. According to the medieval legendary ballads, Prithviraj's army lost its way after a surprise attack by Turkic forces, and unknowingly camped at the Chandela capital Mahoba then ruled by Chandela chief Paramardi. This led to a brief conflict between the Chandelas and the Chauhans, before Prithviraj left for Delhi. Sometime later, Prithviraj invaded the Chandela kingdom and sacked Mahoba. Paramardi cowardly took shelter in the Kalanjara fort. The Chandela force, led by Alha, Udal and other generals, was defeated in this battle. According to the various ballads, Paramardi either committed suicide out of shame or retired to Gaya. After the final declination of Chandela dynasty in 13th Century due to the rising of Muslim influence, Bundela Rajputs started ruling several small states in this region from 16th Century. Rudra Pratap Singh (reigned 1501-1531 CE), said to be a descendant of Sohanpal, moved his capital from Garh Kundar to Orchha in 1531 CE. The Orchha State was the parent Bundela kingdom. Datia State (1626 CE) and Panna State (1657 CE) separated from the Orchha State. After the death of Panna's founder Chhatrasal in 1731, Ajaigarh State, Bijawar State and Charkhari State separated from Panna. The official records of the Chhatarpur State also mentioned the caste of its rulers as "Panwar Bundela". Its founder was a Panwar, who was in service of the Bundela ruler of Panna State until 1785 CE. The Bundelkhand ("Bundela domain") region was named after the Bundelas. This tour package will help tourists to have a glimpse of the SocioPolitical as well as Natural History of Bundelkhand Region.
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Destinations: I.
Orchha
The Historic Town Orchha, nestled on the banks of river Betwa, was founded in the 16th century by the Bundela Rajput Chief, Rudra Pratap. Here, the river Betwa splits into seven channels, also called the Satdhara. Legend goes that this is in honour of the seven erstwhile Chiefs of Orchha. The ancient town seems frozen in time, with its many monuments continuing to retain their original grandeur even to this day. Here you will find some of the most fascinating temples and palaces that will help you realise a childhood fantasy – travelling back in time! II.
Khajuraho
Khajuraho is one of the most popular tourist spots in Madhya Pradesh. It is famous for its ancient temples that depict some of the finest art in the world. Built between 950-1050 AD by the Chandela Dynasty, these temples depict various forms like meditation, spiritual teachings, kinship, wrestling, royalty and most significantly, erotic art. The temples consist of stunning displays of fine sculptures and exceptional architectural skill, making them one of the UNESCO World Heritage Sites in India. Based on their geographical location, the temples are categorised into three groups: Eastern, Western and Southern. Beautiful, intricate and expressive, the sculptures of the Khajuraho temples will leave you in awe and wonder. III. Panna National Park Panna National Park is a national park located in Panna and Chhatarpur districts of Madhya Pradesh in India. It has an area of 542.67 km2 (209.53 sq mi). It was declared in 1994 as the twenty second Tiger reserve of India and the fifth in Madhya Pradesh, Panna was given the Award of Excellence in 2007 as the best maintained national park of India by the Ministry of Tourism of India. It is notable that by 2009, the entire tiger population had been eliminated due to heavy poaching. Since then Panna was kingdom of another big cat, the most elusive one, Indian leopard (Panthera pardus fusca) till reintroduction of tigers in Panna Tiger Reserve in 2011. Now, the Panna Tiger Reserve is a refuge to mammals like tiger, leopard, wild dog, wolf, hyena, caracal and other smaller cats, sloth bear, sambar, chital and chowsingha, nilgai, chinkara etc. It gives
shelter to more than 200 avifauna species and various reptiles and snakes including Indian Rock Python. 3.
Activities: I.
Visit to the historical monuments and temples: (i) (ii) (iii) (iv) (v) (vi) (vii) (viii) (ix)
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The Ram Raja Temple, Orchha The Laxmi Narayan Temple, Orcha The Jahangir Mahal, Orcha The Famed Chhatris of Orchha Light and Sound Show in Western Group of Temples, Khajuraho Cultural Programme of MP Tourism, Khajuraho Visit to the Eastern Group of Eastern Group of Temples, Khajuraho Visit to the Western Group of Temples, Khajuraho Visit to the Southern Group of Temples, Khajuraho
Visit to the Panna Tiger Reserve: (i)
Nature walk in the surrounding area of Panna Tiger reserve. (ii) Interpretation of Natural History of Panna Tiger Reserve (Audio-visual). (iii) Two Morning Safari and one evening Safari in open gypsy in Panna Tiger Reserve. 4.
Package Cost: A. Room shared by two ₹ 23,000.00 per PAX (also applicable for children above 5 years) including everything mentioned in the section “Package Inclusion” B. Room shared by three ₹ 20,000.00 per PAX (also applicable for children above 5 years) including everything mentioned in the section “Package Inclusion”
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Payment Cycle: 80% of the booking amount must be paid at the time of booking. Rest 20% of the booking amount must be paid minimum one month prior to the date of journey.
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Package Inclusion: The Package exclusively includes: All taxes and duties.
Rly journey from Howrah to Jhansi and Satna to Howra in Sleeper Class. Stay at Orchha, Khajuraho and Panna National Park (Air Conditioned Accommodation). All Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner and Evening snacks. All Transfers from Rly Station to Hotels, from one destination to another by SUV (AC/non AC). Sight-seeing with trained guides. Nature walk in the surrounding area of Panna Tiger reserve. Interpretation of Natural History of Panna Tiger Reserve (Audiovisual). Safari in Panna Tiger Reserve with trained guides including safari permit charges, safari vehicle charges, and guide fees. Tourists will be accompanied by one Socio-Political History Enthusiast and one Natural History Enthusiast. 7.
Time of Booking: Minimum 3 months before the start date of Journey, mentioned in the travel itinerary. Any later inclusion in Safari will cost extra as per the Govt. norms.
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Cancellation Policy Any Cancellation three months prior to the Date of journey, mentioned in the Travel itinerary, will be refunded deducting 10% of the total package cost. Any Cancellation after three months prior to the Date of journey, mentioned in the travel itinerary but one month prior to the Date of journey, mentioned in the Travel itinerary, will be refunded deducting 30% of the total package cost. Any Cancellation after one month prior to the Date of journey, mentioned in the travel itinerary but five days prior to the Date of journey, mentioned in the Travel itinerary, will be refunded deducting 50% of the total package cost. Any Cancellation after five days prior to the Date of journey, mentioned in the Travel itinerary, will not be refunded.
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Tour Itinerary: 6th October 2017 (Friday) 16:45 hrs
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Reporting at Howrah Jn. Rly Station
17:45 hrs
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Howrah to Jhansi by Train
7th October 2017 (Saturday) 15:10 hrs
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Reach at Jhansi Jn. Rly Station
15:30 hrs
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Start for Hotel in Orchha by road
16:15 hrs
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Reach at Hotel in Orchha
18:30 hrs
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Evening Activities at Orchha
8th October 2017 (Sunday) 09:00 hrs
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Sight-seeing at Orchha after Breakfast
12:00 hrs
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Return to Hotel for Lunch
14:30 hrs
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Sight-seeing at Orchha after Lunch
19:00 hrs
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Return to Hotel
9th October 2017 (Monday) 09:00 hrs
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Start for Khajuraho by Road after Breakfast
12:00 hrs
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Reach at Hotel in Khajuraho
15:30 hrs
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Visit to Western Khajuraho
18:45 hrs
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Light and Sound Show
19:25 hrs
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Return to Hotel
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10th October 2017 (Tuesday) 10:00 hrs
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Visit to Eastern Group Khajuraho after Breakfast
13:00 hrs
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Return to Hotel for Lunch
15:30 hrs
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Visit to Southern Khajuraho
19:00 hrs
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Cultural Programme at MP Tourism centre
21:00 hrs
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Return to Hotel
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11th October 2017 (Wednesday) 11:30 hrs
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Start from Khajuraho to Panna Safari Camp by road
12:30 hrs
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Reach at Panna Safari Camp
16:30 hrs
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Nature walk in surrounding area of Panna Tiger Reserve
19:00 hrs
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Interpretation of natural History Wildlife of Panna Tiger Reserve
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12th October 2017 (Thursday) 05:30 hrs
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Morning Safari through Madla gate
11:00 hrs
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Return to Safari Camp
14:30 hrs
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Evening Safari through Madla gate
19:00 hrs
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Return to Safari Camp
13th October 2017 (Friday) 05:30 hrs
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Morning Safari through Madla gate
11:00 hrs
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Return to Safari Camp
13:00 hrs
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Start from Panna Safari camp to Satna Rly Station
16:20 hrs
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Train from Satna to Howra
14st October 2017 (Saturday) 11:45 hrs
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Reach at Howrah Rly Station
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Dos and Don’ts 1. Everyone must submit a photocopy of any of his/her Photo Identity proof such as Passport, Voter I’d, Driving Licence (PAN Card not Valid) at the time of booking. 2. Everyone must carry the original Photo Identity proof submitted at the time of package booking. Any cancellation of booking at any stage of the tour due to not carrying original I’d proof will not be refundable. 3. All details provided by the tourist must be accurate as per his/her knowledge and belief. Any cancellation due to wrong information, provided during booking will not be refundable. 4. Please carry khaki, grey, dull green, brown clothes only. Bright red, blue, yellow, pink, white clothes are not advisable in the forests. 5. Tourists are advised to carry light rainwear. 6. Tourists are advised to carry Personal medicine kit, band aid, savlon/dettol etc. Diary and pen, Small tiffin box, Water Bottle, Powerful Torch, Appropriate Shoes and Slippers, Cap/hat etc. 7. Tourists are advised not to use strong perfumes in forest. 8. Binoculars and cameras are sole responsibilities of tourists. To carry spare batteries for cameras is advisable. 9. Tourists must be abide by instructions of authorised guides at all the time.