Gourmet Tour In India

For The Gourmets Wishing To Dig Into India

“Nothing would be more tiresome than eating and drinking if God had not made them a pleasure as well as a necessity.” Voltaire

Indulge in the most varied and much talked about cuisines from different regions of India. Come and Dig into

rajasthani platter @ jaipur dal-baati, churma, pyaz-ki-kachori, gatte ki sabzi, ker-sangrio

punjabi platter @ amristar dal makhani, makke-di-roti with sarson da saag, chana batura, amritsari fish, kulcha

gujarati platter @ ahmedabad thepla, dhokla, khaman, khandvi, fafada, khandvi, handvo, pankio

south indian platter @ thekkady dosa, appam, sambhar, idli, vada, idiappam, malabar parotha, payasam, sadya meal

9 days tour highlight

Dinner in ethnic resorts at Amritsar and Jaipur where you experience a mix of authentic cuisine and culture.
Conversation with chefs at high end restaurants.
Dinner at Bukhara, one of finest restaurants of the world that has served the likes of Bill Clinton
A Cooking class at Jaipur
Spice plantation visit at Thekkady

Price

luxury (five-stars): INR 73,000 per person (subject to 2 paying pax)
luxury (five-stars): INR 65,300 per person (subject to 4 paying pax)
standard (three-stars): INR 42,000 per person (subject to 2 paying pax)
standard (three-stars): INR 37,000 per person (subject to 4 paying pax)

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cost includes Executive assistance on arrival & tele assistance through out the tour | Accommodation in the hotels mentioned or similar | Daily breakfast in all the hotels | Chauffeur driven AC Innova (luxury or 4 pax standard) Indigo (2 pax standard) as the itinerary (for all transfers, sightseeing and intercity traveling, as per the itinerary only) | One Traditional Dinner at Rangla Punjab at Amritsar | One Dinner at Bukhara Restaurant in ITC Sheraton Delhi | One Traditional Dinner at Choki Dhani at Jaipur | Cooking Classes at Jaipur | Spice plantation tour in Thekkady | Dinner in Hotel in Thekkady | Currently applicable service tax @2.58% cost excludes Anything not mentioned in the tour cost includes section above | All expenses of personal nature | Entrance charges to monument | Any airfares or train fares suggested above.

Ranthambore – An adventurous stay in a jungle

This year had been an exciting year, not only I got to see two National parks in distinct parts of India, (Read:Bandipur) but also in two discrete terrains with different adventure altogether. I was never a person who would enjoy watching these wild beasts in their natural habitat, but these two trips certainly changed my perspective. Perhaps it had to do with the fact that I was in a land where the rules were different, where a day was marked with sunrise and sunset. Perhaps it came from the knowledge that the survival is only of the fittest. Whatever the reason, the very sight of an animal in its own territory, on its own terms, makes for a breathtaking moment and can change your perspective forever.

There is something so mystical and exciting about being in a forest that for many of us, a visit to the wilderness ranks as one of our best holiday experiences. For the wildlife adventure enthusiasts, Ranthambore National Park in the Sawai Madhopur district of Rajasthan is a perfect destination. Known to be one of the best parks to spot the majestic Indian Tigers, the park is also the home to several other endangered species. (Read: Rajasthan Wildlife Tour Package)

Birds: Asian Paradise Flycatcher, Common Kingfisher, Cormorant, Indian Pitta, Painted Stork, Rufous Treepie, Stork-billed Kingfisher, White-breasted Water hen, Sandpiper, Jacana, vultures, fowls and many more.

Animals: Crocodiles, Jungle Hare, Sambar Deer, Spotted Deer, Wild Boar, leopards, hyenas, blue bulls or neel gais, jackals, civet cats etc.

Offbeat Honeymoon destination in Rajasthan - Ranthambore

If you and your partner are inclined towards the nature or the fascinating wildlife, you must plan your honeymoon in Ranthambore National Park. The enthralling wildlife safaris, tracing the beasts and moments in the luxury camps will surely make it for an amazing honeymoon trip.

Just the bare necessities

Travelling in the wilderness requires a special sensitivity. The laws of the jungle are different but there are several ways to get the best out of your trip without disturbing the natural habitats that you visit. Some tips that you can use from those who’ve been there:

Dress in muted forest colours like greens, browns, beige and dull browns. Avoid orange, red, pink and bright prints.
Wear comfortable walking shoes and don’t forget hat and sunglasses. High boots with socks are a sensible option for jungle walks. Always check your shoes before you wear them for creepy crawlies like scorpions.
Try not to talk too much or make loud sounds while journeying into the jungle.
Do not get too close to the animals and do not ever attempt to feed them.
It is important to have your own survival kit, such as a torch with extra batteries, basic medicines, salt for leeches and other toiletries.
Dress according to the season. An outdoor jacket is necessary in winters. While it can be quite warm in the day, evenings can get cold.
Take some nuts/biscuits to nibble (especially for the early morning safari) and water.

How to book your Ranthambore Trip

You can either plan your own trip or leave it to wildlife experts. Booking through a travel agent or a wildlife expert may cost you more but then you have the comfort of being in the hands of professionals who personally travel to Ranthambore (and other such places) several times a year, can assign you guides knowledgeable about the region’s flora and fauna, and know the local and administrative people and processes very well. Click here to book this tour

Wildlife Safari in Ranthambore National Park

There are two types of vehicles permitted in Ranthambhore National Park, the Jeep and the Canter. The Jeep is a six seater open-top vehicle, and the first choice for many. Demand for Jeeps is very high, and so we recommend that you book at least 60 days in advance to guarantee a Jeep safari. The Canter is a 16 seat open-top bus - its elevated seats mean that you can see far into the jungle ahead, further than a Jeep would allow. While the canter is a lot cheaper, I recommend a jeep as it gives more flexibility to pause-stop-go.

Luxury Stay : Oberoi Vanya Vilas

Stork

One glimpse of the big cat gives an adrenal rush to its spectators

Canter Safari

Wood pecker

Tiger spotting in Ranthambore National Park

Tiger in its hunt

There are loads of things to do in Ranthambhore besides the safari park. In particular, I would highly recommend a guided tour of Ranthambhore Fort. The locals visit the fort to worship at the famous Ganesh Temple, which lies within. The fort will enhance and complete any visit to Ranthambhore National Park.

Note: The Ranthambore safari timings change depending on the season

S. No.	Month	Morning Trip	Evening Trip
1	1st October to 31st October	7.00 A.M. to 10.30 A.M.	2.30 P.M. to 6.00 P.M.
2	1st November to 31st January	7.00 A.M. to 10.30 A.M.	2.00 P.M. to 5.30 P.M.
3	1st February to 31st March	6.30 A.M. to 10.00 A.M.	2.30 P.M. to 6.00 P.M.
4	1st April to 15th May	6.00 A.M. to 9.30 A.M.	3.00 P.M. to 6.30 P.M.
5	15th May to 30th June	6.00 A.M. to 9.30 A.M.	3.30 P.M. to 7.00 P.M

Ranthambore Safari Park Booking Tips

Visitors would now have the option to take Safari for full day in the National Park. Maximum 5 jeeps are allowed to stay inside the park from sunrise to sunset and are provided zone free access across Entire Park. This safari will give you the best opportunity to see the variety of wildlife animals in the park.

*Breakfast and Lunch will be provided to Visitors who take Full day Safari.

Fact file :

State : Rajasthan

Location : Ranthambore lies at the junction of the Aravallis and the Vindhyas in the south eastern quarter of Rajasthan.

Distance by road: Delhi - 480 km (via Dausa), Jaipur - 180 km (via Tonk)

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