Leopard Safari in India
Duration: 5 Nights / 6 Days
Destinations: New Delhi - Siana - New Delhi
Day 1 : New Delhi
Arrive New Delhi at met by our representative at the airport and transferred
to the Hotel. Morning relax. Post Lunch start your city sight seeing
with visit to the Old City of Delhi to see the historic Red Fort and the
Jama Masjid, India's largest mosque from the outside. See the colourful bazaar
of Chandni Chowk and take a cycle rickshaw ride through the back streets of
Old Delhi to get a first hand experience of the hustle and bustle of this traditional
city. This ride through the small by-lanes will be most fascinating.
Red fort
It was built by Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan. It took 10 years from 1638-48 &
about nine crores of rupees ( 90 million ) to complete it. It is made of red
stone which perhaps has imported it it's name. The fort house several historical
buildings done under the reputed architect Muramat Khan Some chief sights
within the fort are, Delhi Gate, Lahori Gate, Meena Bzaar, Justice Court,
Hamaams Buraj, Moti Masjid, Hayat Bux Garden, Sawan Bhadon, Zaffer Mahal,
Sah Buraj & Museum etc. Every evening light & music ( Son et Limmerie
) shows are exhibited at Red Fort.
India Gate
Located on the eastern end of Rajpath this memorial was built in memory of
martyrs of the 1st World War. Sir Lutyeus was the architect of this 42 meters
high monument. it's construction was begun in 1921 & took 10 years to
complete it. A gun & Helmet is displayed in the middle of this gate while
a perpetually buringflame keeps playing homage to the wars martyrs,
and drive past Rashtrapathi Bhawan - the residence of the President of India,
which is flanked by the houses of Parliament and the Government Secretariat
buildings.
Humayun's Tomb
Privileged to be assigned as a World Heritage site by UNESCO, this tomb was
believed to be designed by Haji Begum, Humayun's Persian widow in the mid 16th
century, shortly after his death in 1556. The tomb was an important predecessor
of Mughal mausoleums. The 'Garden Tomb' as it is popularly called, is set amidst
a geometrically planned garden with a number of water channels crisscrossing
it. Typically, a Persian garden that would later be seen in the Red Fort of
Delhi and Taj Mahal of Agra, its architectural form and especially its main
chamber bears familiarity with the tomb of the Mongol Ilkhanid ruler of Persia,
Oljeytu, at Sultaniyya, which in turn was influenced by Timurid architecture
of the tomb of Timur (Tamerlane) in Samarkand, the lineage of Babur.
The first Indian building to use the Persian double dome, Humayun's tomb is
harmonious in its proportions and has some impressions of Indian architecture
that are clearly visible in the small kiosks or chhatris on the roof. The
building has beautiful inlaid tile work and intricately carved stone screensThis
is surrounded by a garden of Mughal days & several Mughal dignitaries
had also been buried here.
Qutab Minar
This tower is 73 meter tall. According to a school of thought it was built by
Prithvi Raj Chauhan who had it called ' Prithvi Laat ' , i.e. Prithvi Tower.
But in AD 1200 when Qutubuddin Aibak successed in establishing Muslim rule in
India the transformed Prithvi Tower into victory tower naming Qutab Minar after
his name. He had incorporated in it beautiful Afghan architecture. Its first
storeys are built with red-sand stone whie next 2 are built in marble.It's fist
section was launched by Qutubuddin Aibak & the remaining section was completed
after his death by his son-in-law & successor Sultan Altanush in AD 1236.
The radius of this tower at its ground level is 14.32 meteres which tapers to
2.75 metres at its top. Beautiful decorations are inscribed with in this tower
which surprise the on lookers. It iss situated 15 kms south of Delhi &
is visible from afar.
Day 2 : New Delhi to Jodhpur to Siana
Morning after breakfast transfer to airport to board a flight to Jodhpur. On
arrival meeting and assistances on arrival at airport and drive to Siana 175
kms ( 3 hrs ) On arrival check in to Siana Camp. Overnight in Camp.
Siana is a small hamlet situated in south west
Rajasthan, bordering the great Thar desert. The terrain here is a unique mixture
of Aravalli hills bordered by sand dunes and agricultural lands. The run-off
from these hills has created picturesque ravines in these dunes and has carried
this sand into neighbouring countryside making this area perfect for riding.
The south west part of Rajasthan is still untouched by western influence and
offers a good insight into the traditional way of life. The rock formations
in the Aisrana Range need a special mention as they are unique and wonderful
to watch against the backdrop of the setting sun.
Siana would be an ideal destination for those
seeking adventure in form of safaris and at the same time wishing to get an
insight into untouched rural Rajasthan. It is not just a ride from one place
to another but rather a complete insight into rural southwest Rajasthan.
This part of Rajasthan has remained cut off from the
tourist circuit and as a result retains its traditional charm. The small Shepard
villages that one passes through still retain their originality in terms of
housing structures, attires and social customs. There are no forced smiles
to welcome the foreign tourist. Riding becomes the means through which one
views the culture as well as the wildlife of this region.
Highest appreciation has been received for the terrain of this region. It is
a beautiful combination of semi-desert countryside, dunes & ravines bordering
small offshoots of Aravalli Ranges, sandy plains & agricultural lands where
underground water exists. There is no monotony of riding the same terrain everyday.
Also worth mentioning are the rock formations in the small hills that one rides
by. These rock formations are particularly picturesque to watch against the
setting sun.
Day 3 to 4 : In Siana
Breakfast, lunch & dinner at Camp and during the stay Leopard safari
& bird watching by open jeep. For generations Siana family have maintained
their own stables and stud farm, with the result all the horses used today are
from the home stables. The tradition of breeding marwari horses continues even
today.The horses used are marwari breed of horses and are a perfect match for
the terrain in which they are used. This breed of horses is local to the area
and is ridden unshod as the soft terrain offers cushioning to the hoofs. Most
importantly all horses are from our own stable and hence tolerate each other
very well. All horses are well trained and the tack used is English. Camel Ride
also available at camp
Siana is a small hamlet situated in south west Rajasthan, bordering the great
Thar desert. The terrain here is a unique mixture of Aravalli hills bordered
by sand dunes and agricultural lands. The run-off from these hills has created
picturesque ravines in these dunes and has carried this sand into neighbouring
countryside making this area perfect for riding. The south west part of Rajasthan
is still untouched by western influence and offers a good insight into the traditional
way of life. The rock formations in the Aisrana Range need a special mention
as they are unique and wonderful to watch against the backdrop of the setting
sun.
Day 5 : Siana to Jodhpur to Delhi
Morning after breakfast drive to Jodhpur to board a flight to New Delhi. On
Arrival transfer to hotel and overnight at New Delhi.
Day 6 : Fly back home
Morning breakfast at hotel and rest of the for leisure activity. Evening after
dinner transfer to International airport to board Flight Back Home.
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