Overview
‘Enchanting Sunderban with Historical Tour of Bihar’ is well designed itinerary which gives you the chance to explore the some of the popular destinations of Bihar and West Bangal. During this tour you will explore Vaishali. It is a small village in Bihar.It is one of the renowned historical city and it believed that one of the first democratic republics of the world. Apart from this you will also get the chance to visit Nalanda and Rajgir. During 5th century, Nalanda was the renowned Buddhist learning centre, now housing the ruins of one of the most ancient universities of the world. You will also visit Mahabodhi Temple, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
During this your will also get the chance to explore the amazing Sunderban. It is Tiger Reserve, Biosphere Reserve and a National Park in West Bengal. Located on Ganges Delta, and adjacent to the Sundarban Reserve Forest in Bangladesh. It is one of the largest reserves and home of the Bengal tiger which is covered by dense mangrove forests. Apart from this it is also the home to reptile, invertebrate species such as salt-water crocodile and the verities of birds. In 1973 it was declared as Sundarban Tiger Reserve and it was declared a National Park in 1984. Apart from this you will also get the chance to explore the major attractions of Kolkata as well.The duration of the tour is 07 nights and 08 days.
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival in Patna - Vaishali – Patna (By Road-32 Kilometres)
Upon arrival at Patna airport, meet our representative, then proceed to the hotel. Check-in at your pre booked. After freshen up, proceed to explore Vaishali.It is a small village in Bihar.It is one of the renowned historical city and it believed that one of the first democratic republics of the world, with an elected assembly of representatives, flourished here.
Later, drive back to Patna for an overnight stay.
Day 2: Patna - Bodhgaya via Nalanda & Rajgir (By Road-180 Kilometres)
After breakfast, drive for Bodhgaya, one of the well-known Buddhist pilgrimage centres in India. En route, visit the famous towns of Nalanda and Rajgir. Later, drive further to Bodhgaya and on reaching here, check-in your pre-booked hotel. Rest day is free at leisure.
Overnight stay in Bodhgaya.
Day 3: Bodhgaya Sightseeing
Today after having breakfast, proceed for sightseeing tour of Bodhgaya. Visit the renowned Mahabodhi Temple, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It is the place where, Gautam Buddha attained enlightenment. It is one of the holiest place for Buddhist.It comprises the sacred Bodhi tree, Vajrasana and six holy sites of enlightenment of Buddha.After a visit to this temple, you can explore some more attractions of the place, if time permits.
Later, return back to the hotel for an overnight stay.
Day 4: Bodhgaya - Patna (By Road-120 kilometres) –Kolkata (By Flight)
After having your breakfast, and check-out from the hotel, then proceed for Patna airport to take flight to Kolkata. Upon arrival at Kolkata, proceed to the hotel. Check-in to your pre-reserved Hotel. Check-in and relax for some time and later proceed for Kolkata sightseeing tour with our Tour Representative to see the popular places such as Dakshineswar Kali Temple, Indian Museum, Marble Palace, St. Paul’s Cathedral, Victoria memorial, Eden Gardens and Howrah Bridge. At the end of the tour, back to your Hotel and relax.
Evening free for Leisure
Overnight at Kolkata
Day 5: Kolkata – Sundarbans (By Road-120 Kilometres)
Check-out from the Hotel after your breakfast and drive to Sundarbans, a place where soil meets the ocean. Sundarbans is a paradise for birdwatchers and nature admirers. Sundarbans is a part of the one of the world`s biggest river basins formed by the holy rivers Ganges, Brahmaputra and Meghna in the Bay of Bengal. Sundarbans is one of the most attractive and fascinating places enduring on earth. Upon your arrival at Sundarbans, proceed for administrative formalities and then you will be transferred by motor boat passing through different rivers to your pre-reserved resort located in the Sundarbans islands. Check-in at your Hotel and relax. Post Lunch, proceed for a motor boat ride to witness the wilderness of Sundarbans National Park. During the ride observe the wildlife by visiting the popular places like Sajnekhali Watchtower& Museum and Mangrove Interpretation Centre. During sunset, back to your Hotel and relax.
Evening free for Leisure
Overnight stay in Sundarbans National Park
Day 6: Sundarbans Sightseeing
After Breakfast, proceed for a day cruise through the network of Rivers and narrow coves of Sundarbans. During the cruise visit the different watchtowers of Sundarbans such as Sudhanyakhali, Neti Dhopani and Do Banki. Enjoy an onboard Lunch during the cruise. Observe the Wildlife at Neti Dhopani which is a sweet water pond and attracts many wild species, the point offers an opportunity to intimately experience the wildlife. Observe the ruins of 400 years old Temple in Neti Dhopani. The topography of Sundarbans can be compared with Amazon and that is why Sundarbans is also called as Amazon of India. During Sunset, back to your Hotel and relax.
Evening free for Leisure.
Overnight stay at Sundarbans National Park
Day 7: Sundarbans – Kolkata (By Road-120 Kilometres)
After Breakfast, proceed to visit the local villages and experience the village life in the forest. During the visit you can interact with the local inhabitant’s life fisherman, honey collectors and the wood cutters and witness their life. Later return to hotel for check-out formalities and proceed for Godhkhali for onward journey to Kolkata. Upon your arrival at Kolkata, check-in at your pre-reserved Hotel and relax.
Evening free for Leisure
Overnight stay in Kolkata
Day 8: Kolkata (Departure)
Checkout from the Hotel after your Breakfast and proceed to Kolkata Airport / Railway Station for your onward Journey to your next destination with memorable moments with you.