Overview
‘Historical and Cultural Tour of Bihar’ is well designed itinerary which gives you the chance to explore the some of the popular destinations ofJhar Bihar and Kolkata. Jharkhand was separated from Bihar and became an independent state in 2000. Jharkhand is also called as Vananchal which is a combination of two Hindi words “Vana” means “Forests” and “Anchal” means “area” thus the word means “Land of Forests”. The main source of revenue for Jharkhand is Agriculture, but in a very few years the state is embodied by good road network and telecommunication with other major states of India. There are many communities of Tribal people residing in Jharkhand such as Santhal, Munda, Oraon, Ho, Bhumij, etc. Ranchi is the capital city of the state Jharkhand. Bokaro is one of the most famous industrial destinations for steel plant in India.Hazaribagh national park is another popular tourist destination of Jharkhand. 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. 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 the tour you will get an opportunity to explore the major attractions of Kolkata. You will also explore Shantiniketan, which is located at the distance of about 212 kilometres from Kolkata. It is a small town in the Birbhum district. It is renowned due to Nobel laureate Rabindranath Tagore, whose vision became what is now a University town that is Visva-Bharati University. Apart from this you will also get an opportunity 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. In 1973 it was declared as Sundarban Tiger Reserve and it was declared a National Park in 1984.The duration of the tour is 14 nights and 15days.
Itinerary
Day 01: Arrival at Ranchi (By flight)
A Traditional Welcome by our Tour Representative on your arrival at Ranchi Airport/Railway Station followed with a check-in to your pre-reserved Hotel. Ranchi was originally a tribal country with majority of forest lands but now serves as a capital to the Jharkhand state. It is the second most populous cities of Jharkhand and surrounded by lush hills and beautiful waterfalls. In the recent years, Ranchi has grown as a popular industrial town and an education center in the state. After freshen-up, proceed for Ranchi sightseeing tour with our Tour Representative to see the popular places such as Ranchi Lake, Ranchi Hill, Pahari Mandir, Gonda Hill, Rock Garden and Kanke Dam. At the end of the Tour, return to your Hotel and relax.
Evening free for Leisure
Overnight stay in Ranchi
Day 02: Ranchi Sightseeing
After Breakfast, proceed for Ranchi sightseeing tour with our Tour Representative to see other popular attractions such as Sun Temple, Jagannathpur Temple, Dhurwa Dam and Dassam Falls. Start your day by visiting the Sun Temple which is built as a chariot with 18 wheels and being pulled by 7 white horses. Temple is surrounded with a beautiful Pond which is used by devotees to worship Sun. Visit the Jagannathpur Temple which is replica of the famous JagannathPuri temple of Orissa. The famous Car Festival (RathYatra) is celebrated with great passion. Ranchi is famous for its waterfalls; visit the beautiful 145 feet Dassam Waterfalls during the tour. At the end of the Tour, return to your Hotel and relax.
Evening free for Leisure
Overnight stay in Ranchi
Day 03: Ranchi – Bokaro (By Road-100 Kilometres)
Check-out from the Hotel after your breakfast and proceed to Bokaro “The Steel Capital of India”. Bokaro is situated along the Damodar River and famous across Globe for its Iron and steel plants. The surrounding of the city has its own picturesque beauty which attracts people to visit Bokaro for picnics and short trips. Upon your arrival in Bokaro, check-in at your pre-reserved Hotel and relax. After freshen-up, proceed for Bokaro sightseeing tour with our Tour Representative to see the popular places such as Bokaro Steel Plant, Garga Dam, JagannathMandir and Jawaharlal Nehru Biological Park. At the end of the Tour, return to your Hotel and relax.
Evening free for Leisure
Overnight stay in Bokaro
Day 04: Bokaro – Hazaribagh (By Road-110 Kilometres)
Post Breakfast, check-out from the Hotel and proceed to Hazaribagh which is also called “Land of Thousand Gardens”. Hazaribagh is surrounded by mountains and forests and is quite rich in the natural beauty. The main mountains of Hazaribagh are Chandwara and Jillinja. Hazaribagh also has importance from religious prospects People from different areas visit the religious and historical places of the city. Upon your arrival at Hazaribagh, check-in at your pre-reserved Hotel and relax. After freshen-up proceed for Hazaribagh sightseeing tour with our Tour Representative to see the popular places such as Hazaribagh Lake, Rajrappa Temple, Canary Hills and Urwan Tourist Complex. At the end of the Tour, return to your Hotel and relax.
Evening free for Leisure
Overnight stay in Hazaribagh
Day 05: Hazaribagh Sightseeing
After Breakfast, proceed for Hazaribagh Wildlife Sanctuary with our Tour Representative. Hazaribagh Wildlife Sanctuary is a pleasant place for people who are wildlife or nature lovers. The Sanctuary is a home to many animals like Nilgais, Chital, Sloth Bear, Panther, Sambhar and Wild Boar. One may be fortunate to spot a Tiger during a safari tour however the population of tigers is very low here. There are many observatory towers available in the Sanctuary through which it is very convenient to closely watch the wildlife. At the end of the Safari Tour, return to your Hotel in Hazaribagh and relax.
Evening free for Leisure
Overnight stay in Hazaribagh
Day 06: Hazaribagh – Patna (By Road-241 Kilometres)
today after having an early breakfast, proceed to Patna by road. Upon arrival at Patna, then proceed to the hotel. Check in at your pre booked hotel. Rest day is free at leisure.
Overnight in Patna.
Day 07:Patna –Vaishali– Patna (By Road-32 Kilometres)
After breakfast, 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 08: 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 09: 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 10: 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 board the flight to Kolkata. Upon arrival at Kolkata Airport, meet our representative, after welcome, proceed to the hotel. Check-in to your pre-reserved Hotel. Kolkata serves as a capital of West Bengal and is the third most populated metropolitan cities of India. Kolkata was the former capital of India during British era. Kolkata has always been famous for its artistic culture, traditions and literacy which has also made it a Cultural Capital of India. After freshen-up proceed for Kolkata sightseeing Tour with our Tour Representative to see the popular places such as Dakshineswar Temple, Indian Museum, Marble Palace and St. Paul’s Cathedral. At the end of the Tour, return to your Hotel and relax.
Evening free for Leisure
Overnight stay in Kolkata
Day 11: Kolkata Sightseeing
After Breakfast, proceed for Kolkata sightseeing tour with our Tour Representative to see the other popular places such as Victoria Memorial, Belur Math, Dalhousie Square, VidyasagarSetu, PrincepGhat, ShovabazarRajbari, Howrah Bridge and Park Street. Being one of the metropolitan cities of India, you will experience different cultures here but majority of the population is Bengali. The old tall buildings located on Dalhousie Street or the royal architecture such as Victoria Memorial loudly speaks of the rich cultural heritage of the State of West Bengal. At the end of the Tour, return to your Hotel and relax.
Evening free for Leisure
Overnight stay in Kolkata
Day 12: Kolkata –Shantiniketan - Kolkata (By Road-212 Kilometres)
After Breakfast, proceed for an excursion tour to Shantiniketan along with our Tour Representative. Shantiniketan is also called as Abode of Rabindranath Tagore and is a university town in West Bengal. It is famous due to its association with Nobel Laureate Sir Rabindranath Tagore, with his vision; the small city had been converted to University Town. Shantiniketan is not only popular amongst students but the inspirational serenity of the place fascinates many tourists from all over the world. Shantiniketan also offers many other significant cultural and heritage features. On arrival at Shantiniketan visit the popular places such as Shantiniketan, Visva Bharti University, Art Gallery and Museum. Shantiniketan is a perfect destination to spend wonderful holiday in tranquility and to closely see the Indian Culture. In the University campus, there are various sculptures, frescoes paintings and murals of Rabindranath, and others. At the end of the tour, return to your Hotel in Kolkata and relax.
Evening free for Leisure
Overnight stay in Kolkata
Day 13: Kolkata – Sundarbans (By Road-100 Kilometres)
Check-out from the Hotel after your breakfast and proceed to Sundarbans National Park with our Tour Representative. Sundarbans is located in West Bengal and shared the international borders with Bangladesh. This beautiful dense forest is recognized as UNESCO World Heritage site and home to large number of Royal Bengal Tigers. Sundarbans is the place where land meets the ocean and is the biggest river basin formed by holy river Ganges, Brahmaputra and Meghna. Sundarbans is amongst the biggest Tiger Reserve and National Park of India and is listed in UNESCO World Heritage Site. After administration formalities you will be transferred by a motor boat to your Hotel at Sundarbans Island while passing through the different rivers. Upon your arrival at your Hotel, check-in and relax. In the evening you will be taken for a motor boat ride to the Sundarbans, during the tour you will visit the Sajnekhali watchtower, Sajnekhali museum and Mangrove Interpretation center. At dusk, return to your hotel and relax.
Evening free for Leisure
Overnight stay in Sundarbans National Park
Day 14: Sundarbans National Park
Early morning proceed for a Safari Tour to Sundarbans. Unlike other forest reserves, the Safari tour at Sundarbans is different as it is done through a river cruise. Proceed to various watchtowers through an exhilarating boat cruise to go inside the dense forest while passing through the criss-cross of various rivers and visit the Dobanki Watchtower that offers a unique way to experience the wildlife through its half kilometer canopy walk along with other watchtowers such as Sudhanyakhali and Netidhopani. Later cruise through Matla which is a Sea Face, this is a point from where you can see Bay of Bengal. Lunch will be served on board. Post lunch visit the villages which are located around Sundarbans to interact with the local inhabitants to witness their lifestyle, culture and traditions. Sundarbans is also called as Amazon of India. At dusk, return to your Hotel and relax.
Evening free for Leisure
Overnight stay in Sundarbans
Day 15: Sundarbans – Kolkata (By Road-100 Kilometres)-Departure (By flight)
Check-out from the Hotel after your Breakfast and proceed to Kolkata. Upon arrival at Kolkata, transfer to Kolkata Airport for your onward flight to your destination with memorable moments with you.