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Land of Last Asiatic Lions – Gir National Park

Land of Last Asiatic Lions – Gir National Park

Destinations

Gir National Park

Duration

3 Days

Overview

Gir National Park also known as Sasangir is the last abode of wild Asiatic lions in the world. Situated in Talala Gir, some 65 kilometres from Junagadh, it spans more than 1400 square kilometres consisting of more than 500 Asiatic lions, a population which was reduced to just handful of individuals a few decades back. Tourism season at Gir is from 16th October to 15 June every year. Along with lions, the national park consists good populations of leopards, jungle cat, spotted deer, sambar deer, nilgai, hyena, jackals and over 300 species of birds. The open scrub and deciduous forest makes the perfect setting for amazing wildlife sightings. Success of the national park goes to its hardworking forest staff that have saved such a majestic species from the brink of extinction.

Highlights​

Itinerary

On arrival check in at your lodge overlooking forest & have delicious lunch. This day we keep leisure for acclimatization. You can go for nature walk.

Evening at leisure enjoying the facilities of the lodge. Dinner & overnight at lodge.

Early morning board your waiting gypsy to enjoy 3hrs thrilling ride. Post safari have breakfast. Leisure till lunch. Post lunch board your waiting gypsy to enjoy 3hrs thrilling ride.

Evening at leisure enjoying the facilities of the lodge. Dinner & overnight at lodge.

Get up early in the morning & take bird watching tour. After breakfast depart for onward destination.

Accommodation Preferred Partner

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Destination
Resort name
1
Gir National Park
Gir Birding Lodge

What is Included

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How to Reach

By Road

Gir National park is also very well connected by road to most parts of Gujarat. Junagarh is the closest city which is well connected to many other cities in Gujarat like Ahmedabad, Dwarka, Somnath and Rajkot by private buses.

By Rail

Rajkot (165 kms), Junagarh (80 kms) and Veraval (72 kms) are the nearest railhead to Gir National Park with good train connectivity across India. One can hire a cab from railway station to reach the national park.

By Air

Keshod (70 kms) and Rajkot (160 kms) are the nearest airport to Gir National Park. One can hire a cab from airport to reach the national park.

Best Time To Avail This Package

Gir National Park remains open from 16th October to 15th June. Because of monsoon, Gir National park remains closed for the remaining months.

Mostly tourists visit Gir National park between December to March as during this period weather is pleasant and cool. April & May are very hot but considered best time for wildlife photography & spotting.

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    Chikmagalur – Coffee Land of Karnataka

    Chikmagalur – Coffee Land of Karnataka

    Destination

    Chikmagalur

    Duration

    3 Days

    Overview

    Chikmagalur is a city and the headquarters of Chikmagalur district, located  in the state of Karnataka. Owing to its pleasant temperature, scenic and tranquil  natural beauty, this place has become favourite among travellers who are looking for an escape from the heat and chaos of metro cities. In its vicinity options of picturesque walking trails , gushing waterfall , freshwater lakes  makes this place perfect for a refreshing vacation.

    Tourist Attractions in Chikmagalur

    Accommodation Preferred Partner

    What is Included

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    Best Time to Visit Chikmagalur:

    Winter  (October – February) – Best Time:

    : During  these months  morning and evening remain cold while afternoon becomes  pleasant.

    Summer (March – May) –  Good Time:

    In these months on  clear sunny days morning and evening remain pleasant while afternoon becomes slightly warmer here if skies  turn cloudy it may bring the mercury level little  low.

    Monsoon  (June – September) – Not so Good Time:

    In this period Chikmaglur  receives abundance of rainfall so the lush green beauty of nature emerges. However sometimes your local sightseeing and excursions plans may hamper due to  rainfall.

    How to Reach Chikmagalur

    BY AIR:

    Mangalore Airport is the  closest Airport to Chikmagalur (113 Kms). This airport  is well connected to Mumbai and Chennai. Second nearest airport is Bengaluru Airport ( 265 kms) which is well connected with Delhi , Kolkala , Chennai and other parts of India.

    BY RAIL:

    Kadur (40 km) and Hassan (60 km) are the two nearest railway stations to Chikmagalur. However, Hubli is the major railhead near Chikmagalur, situated at a distance of about 291 km.

    BY ROAD:

    Chikmagalur  is well connected by road to other metro cities of India.

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      Ancient Temples Tour -The Guardians of Indian Cultural

      Ancient Temples Tour -The Guardians of Indian Cultural

      Destination

      Chennai - Mahabalipuram - Tanjore - Rameshwaram - Madurai - Pondicherry - Chennai

      Duration

      7 Days

      Overview

      Home to nearly 33000 ancient Hindu  Temples,Tamil Nadu  is a indian state and located in southern India.  Most of these temples are more than 1000 years old and few of them are more than 2000 years old. These temples give an unique  insight  in culture, the reach of art,  architecture  of that period. In fact the inscription on walls, sculptures  and official records tells a lot about the socio  and economic structure of that period.

      Highlights

      Itinerary

      On arrival our executive will meet you and transfer you to your hotel. Remainder of day at leisure . In the evening visit the beach of Mahabalipuram. Dinner and overnight at Mahabalipuram.

      Post breakfast visit Sea Shore temple, krishna butter ball, Krishna Mandapam and  Arjuna Penance. Post lunch visit sculptors  Pancha Rathas. In the evening visit Covelong beach. Dinner and overnight at Mahabalipuram. These  are a group of  Monuments of  Mahabalipuram which are designated as Unesco World Heritage Site.

      Krishna Butter Ball is a 250 ton boulder with a shape of rock this boulder  is resting on an inclined rock.  In history attempts were  made to move that boulder but did not work.

      Arjuna Penance or Descent of the Ganges  is a Rock Relief made on a  rock of size 29 m × 13 m. It was carved out on two monolithic rocks. Here  It is worthy to note  that relief has similarity with  Tapasya of Arjun and as well as Bhagiratha.  This is a perfect example of Symbolic artwork of ancient times.

      Post breakfast proceed for Thanjavur by afternoon reach at Thanjavur. Post lunch visit Brihadishwara Temple(Lord Shiva Temple). Dinner and overnight at Thanjavur.

      Brihadishwara Temple is also known as Rajeshwara  temple or Rajarajeshwaram. Entire temple is made of granite stone, surprisingly there is no granite stone quarry in 100 kms radius of the temple. Its cap stone weighs around 80 ton, here the question comes how they would have placed that capstone at top of Gupuram when there was no cranes or any other advanced engineering tool. This temple is epitome of DRAVIDIAN ARCHITECTURE and one of  the best monuments of India.

      Post breakfast proceed  for Rameshwaram. By afternoon reach at Rameshwaram. On arrival check in rooms. Post lunch visit Agni Theertham followed by a visit to Arulmigu Ramanathaswamy Temple. Dinner and overnight at Rameshwaram.

      Agni Theertham is a sea shore where devotees take bath before entering in  Arulmigu Ramanathaswamy Temple , here Arulmigu means shree and Ramanathaswamy means lord of Rama (refers to lord Shiva).

      Post breakfast visit Dhanushkodi Beach. Dhanushkodi,  once a bustling town  now wears  a deserted look. After the 1964 cyclone no one permanently resides here. Visit the beautiful beach  of Danuskodi. Post lunch proceeds for Madurai. On arrival check in rooms. In the evening visit Meenakshi Temple. Dinner and overnight at Madurai.

      For the last 2500 years Meenakshi temple has been open for its devotees, Sprawling in an area of 14 acres It is the largest temple complex in Tamilnadu. In this temple every pillar have life size sculptors and ceiling and walls are decorated  with murals.

      Post breakfast proceeds for Puducherry. Post lunch visit Auroville, A universal city where more than 2500 people from different countries reside. Their way of life is an inspiration for many others.. In the evening visit Promenade Beach.Dinner and overnight at Puducherry.

      Post breakfast visit 500 years  old Manakula Vinayagar(lord Ganesha) temple.

      Accommodation Preferred Partners

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      Destination
      Resort name
      1
      Mahabalipuram
      Ideal Beach Resort
      2
      Thanjavur
      Hotel Sangam
      3
      Rameshwaram
      Star Palace
      4
      Madurai
      Hotel Royal Court
      5
      Puducherry
      The Residency Towers

      What is Included

      What is Excluded

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      How to Reach

      This tour starts from Chennai Airport  and ends at Chennai  Airport. For customization please contact  us

      Best Time To Avail This Package

      As this itinerary covers temples so any time of year is a good time still from October to March is always the best time to opt for this itinerary as during these months temperature remains good.

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