Heritage and Wildlife Trail: Nagpur to Aurangabad Expedition
Heritage and Wildlife Trail: Nagpur to Aurangabad Expedition
$1154
Tour Overview
Embark on a captivating journey with our "Heritage and Wildlife Trail: Nagpur to Aurangabad Expedition," a curated adventure that seamlessly blends rich cultural exploration with thrilling wildlife encounters. Begin your odyssey in Nagpur, exploring historical landmarks like Sitabuldi Fort and the revered Ambadevi Temple. Traverse through Melghat Tiger Reserve, where the jungle comes alive with majestic beasts, offering a unique safari experience. Uncover the historical gems of Akola, featuring ancient forts and temples. The expedition culminates in Aurangabad, a city adorned with architectural wonders such as the Ellora Caves, Bibi ka Maqbara, and the formidable Daulatabad Fort. This journey promises an immersive fusion of heritage and wildlife, leaving you with indelible memories of India's diverse treasures. ...more ...less
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Arrive Nagpur
Location: Nagpur
On arrival at Nagpur airport, receive assistance and transfer to the hotel. After settling in, embark on a city tour. Explore the historic Sitabuldi Fort, a site of the Battle of Sitabuldi, 1817, featuring a cell where Mahatma Gandhi was imprisoned. Visit the Dhamma Chakra Stupa, a significant Buddhist site, and the Central Museum showcasing archaeological and anthropological treasures. Enjoy a free evening to relax. Overnight at the hotel. ...more ...less
Day 2 : Nagpur - Amravati - Melghat Tiger Reserve (260kms/ 5hrs approx.)
Location: Amravati, Melghat Tiger Reserve
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
After breakfast, drive to Melghat Tiger Reserve via Amravati. Enroute, visit the Ambadevi Temple in Amravati, an ancient spiritual site adorned with sculptures narrating tales from different Puranas. Continue to Melghat Tiger Reserve, check in at the hotel, and explore the reserve with optional jungle walks and trekking. Capture the vibrant colors of the forest during a morning game drive safari. The reserve is home to various wildlife, including tigers, leopards, bears, and diverse bird species. Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 3 : Melghat Tiger Reserve - Akola (100kms/ 2hrs approx.)
Location: Chikhaldar, Akola
Meals Included: Breakfast
Start the day with a morning game drive safari in Melghat Tiger Reserve, exploring its diverse flora and fauna. After lunch, drive to Akola and check in at the hotel. Visit Akola Fort, Narnala, and Akot forts, each with its own historical significance. Explore the Rajeshwar Mandir, one of the oldest Shiva temples in the region. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 4 : Akola - Ajanta - Aurangabad (250kms/ 5hrs approx.)
Location: Aurangabad, Ajanta
Meals Included: Breakfast
Following breakfast, proceed to Aurangabad, with a stop at Ajanta Caves (closed on Mondays). Discover the mesmerizing Buddhist Caves with sculptures and paintings depicting Buddha's life. Continue to Aurangabad, check in at the hotel, and unwind. Overnight stay in Aurangabad.
Day 5 : Aurangabad – Ellora (36kms/ 1hrs approx. one way)
Location: Aurangabad
Meals Included: Breakfast
Embark on an excursion to Ellora Caves and Grishneshwar Jyotirlinga Temple after breakfast. Explore the UNESCO World Heritage site of Ellora, housing temples dedicated to Brahmanism, Jainism, and Buddhism. Visit the Grishneshwar Temple, one of the 12 Jyotirlinga shrines. Enroute, explore the formidable Daulatabad Fort. Later, enjoy a city tour of Aurangabad, including the Bibi ka Maqbara, often referred to as the mini Taj of the Deccan. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 6 : Aurangabad – Departure
Location: Aurangabad
Meals Included: Breakfast
Have breakfast at the hotel. According to the flight schedule, transfer to the airport for your onward journey.
What's Included
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Assistance on arrival at airport.
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5 Nights' accommodation in 4-Star hotels.
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Daily breakfast at hotels.
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Private AC car/van for airport transfers, sightseeing, and excursions as per the program.
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English speaking tour guide on sightseeing days (local guide in each city), as per program.
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Monument entrances and activities charges mentioned in the itinerary.
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3-Time shared Gypsy safari in Melghat Tiger Reserve with naturalist.
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Bottled drinking water in car.
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Government taxes.
What's Not Included
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Any flight tickets.
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Camera charges at monuments if any.
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Meals other than mentioned in the inclusions.
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Expenses of personal nature like liquor, laundry, tips, telephone, fax, internet etc.
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Gratuities and optional activities.
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Anything not mentioned in inclusions.
Accommodation
Hotels used or similar for 5 nights accommodation
4 Star Hotels
Nagpur x 1 night: Regenta Central & Convention/ The Pride Hotel
Melghat Tiger Reserve x 1 night: Semadoh Forest Rest House/ Kolkas Forest Rest House
Akola x 1 night: Hotel Jasnagra/ Hotel Tushar Executive
Aurangabad x 2 nights: Lemon Tree Hotel
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Check out our Q&As
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What currencies are required for this tour?
INR, USD, EURO, GBP, SGD, JPY, CNY, RMB, CAD,
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Are vaccinations required for this tour?
Yes
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Are all the relevant entry visa’s included in the price of the tour?
No. You have to apply for Indian Visa yourself. TOURIST VISA is mandatory for Foreign Nationals to travel India.
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
We conduct our business fairly, with honesty, integrity and transparency. We deliver what we promise, and only promise what we can deliver.
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Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?
Less than 10 person group only driver will be your companion. We use local government licenced tour guide in each cities for sightseeing tour.
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Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?
We do not operate tour on sharing
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What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?
We are completely flexible in changing the travel dates, until we dont have to bourne any penalty levied by hotels/airline.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
5 Yeas
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Am I contributing to any charity by booking the tour?
Yes, you will support NGO and schooling for kids in villages.
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Can I join the tour once it has departed?
We operate private tour/activity only for your group. Hence if you missed to join and tour departed, we can coordinate and you can join the tour from the nearest point.
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
Iitnerary and confirmation vouchers
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
Face masks provided for travelers. Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff. Gear/equipment sanitized between use. Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized. Regular temperature checks for staff. Contactless payments for gratuities and add-ons.
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes
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Agora Voyages allows you to make 2 free date changes, as long as the change is made at least 30 days before the start of the tour.
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Agora Voyages requires a minimum deposit of 20% or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 15 days before departure.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of agora voyages charges.
Up to 30 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 29 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
At 14 days before tour starts: Forfeit 70% of booking price.
At 2 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.
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Standard Operating Protocol issued by Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, GOI
Face masks provided for travelers.Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff.Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized.Regular temperature checks for staff.Contactless payments for gratuities and add-ons.Gear/equipment sanitized between use.
Heritage and Wildlife Trail: Nagpur to Aurangabad Expedition
6 Days Starting in Nagpur, Maharashtra, India and ending in Aurangabad, Maharashtra, India
Visiting: Nagpur, Amravati, Melghat Tiger Reserve, Chikhaldar, Akola, Aurangabad, Ajanta
Tour operator:
Tour code:
AGORA639
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
1 - 10
Age range:
0-99
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians, Vegans, Meat, Kosher, Jain, Halal
Tour operated in:
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