Arrival at Delhi
Upon the arrival in Delhi we will be welcomed by our representative and will be transferred to the hotel. The capital of India, Delhi is the third largest city. Delhi is basically divided into two parts, Old Delhi & New Delhi. Old Delhi is the main city, the city known as Shajahanbad in the history because of Emperor Shah Jahan, second part is New Delhi “The city which is dream of Edward Lutient”. The original word is “DHILLI”, which means gateway & because of pronunciation British started speaking Delhi. Delhi is also known for its loving environment & in our local way; we call it the city of lovers. If u believes in love u live in Delhi. This city is also known for its “Kashmir shawls, Carpets & for its bazaar.
Day 01 - Delhi/Varanasi By Train
Today is the first day of the tour, this morning after the breakfast; we are going for sightseeing of Old & New Delhi. We will visit, to Qutub Minar, Humayun Tomb also known as mini Taj Mahal. & India Gate, President House, Parliament House and Government Building. After this we will have lunch. After the lunch break we will visit Jama Masjid, Dry Past Red Fort, Raj Ghat, after finishing sight seeing we will have dinner and finally transfer to New Delhi Railway Station to board train for Varanasi.
Day 02 - Varanasi
After arriving to Railway station, we will be transfer to the hotel & lunch will be there. After lunch we will proceed to Sarnath 10km from Varanasi. Half an hour journey. Varanasi is Mecca of Hindu & City of Shiva, where people also come here for solivation. Every Hindu family living in the world has wishes to visit this secret city of Shiva & Ganga once in his life. In Sarnath, we are going to see here Chaukhandi Stupa, Dhameka Stupa, Ashoka Pillar, and Monasteries & Archeological Museum. After sight seeing of Sarnath, we come to Varanasi & proceed to see the evening ceromoney on Ganga River, which is one of the most important parts of Varanasi. But here we will use bicycle rickshaw because bus is not allowed in the city. After evening we will come back for dinner
Day 03 - Varanasi/Khajurao By Flight
Today morning, we have to wake up early & we go to see the sunrise on the boat in Ganga River & cremation on the bank of the river. After this, we will com back to hotel for breakfast. After breakfast check out & we will have a visit to the silk factory, which is one of the most important industries of Varanasi. After shopping we will come for lunch. After lunch we will be transfer to airport to fly from Varanasi to Khajurao in afternoon 45 mint journeys. After arrival check in to the hotel, we will have some entertainment program in the evening. We will have show for the cultural dances of India; it is a show of one hour. After program we will be coming back to hotel for dinner.
Day 04 - Khajurao/Jhansi/Agra By Surface/Train 5 hrs.
Early morning after breakfast check out. We go to visit the Eastern & Western temples of Khajurao having erotic (Kamasutra) works on it. After sight seeing, we will proceed to Orcha by surface 5 hrs. journey. After arriving Orcha, we will straight go for lunch. After lunch we can have the sight seeing of Orcha Fort. After sightseeing we proceed to Jhansi, which is half an hour journey from Orcha. From Jhansi we will board on a Super Fast train, which is at 5 O’clock in the evening for Agra having 3 hrs. journey. After arrival at Agra, we will be transfer to the hotel. Check in to hotel & dinner. Night stay over there.
Day 05 - Agra
Today, we have to wake up early in the morning, to view the Taj Mahal in all its glory at sunrise, The Taj Mahal was built by Shah Jahan in the loving memory of his wife Mumtaz Mahal, she died in 1631A.D. After couple of hrs. in Taj Mahal, we come back to hotel for freshen up & breakfast after the breakfast; we will visit to marble factory to see the marble inlay work. Which one of the most important industry of Agra City. After marble factory, we move for lunch. And after the lunch, we visit to Agra Fort. This fort was constructed by the Mughal Emperor Akbar by using a huge amount of local red sandstone along with the marble. and in history it was also known as Akbarabad on the name of King Akbar. In the history of India it was known as the “Paradise of the Universe”, here we will see, Diwan-E-Khas, Diwan-E- AAM, Khash Mahal, Hanging Hall, Grape Garden, Jahangiri Mahal and the Prison of Shah Jahan. He was in this prison kept by his son for eight years and lastly he died. A deep moat, once filled with water from Yamuna River, surrounds the fort. This is also World Heritage Monument. After finishing coming back for dinner.
Day 06 - Agra/Fatehpur Sikri/Jaipur By Surface 6 hrs.
Today early breakfast & check out, after checkout we commence our journey to Fatehpur Sikri which is 35 km from Agra approx 1 hrs. Journey. After arrival we have to leave our bus in the parking, and from there we have to board in battery buses because buses running by petrol or diesel are not allowed near the monument. This city was built by Mughal Emperor Akbar in 1569 after it was prophesied that then childless Akbar got the son by blessing of Hazrat Sekh Salim Chesty, the holy man well known for his spiritual power. Then the capital of Mughal was moved by Akbar from Agra to Sikri. He was 14 years here, before slowly being deserted and ruined after Akbar left the city because of the scarcity of the water. Here, we visit well maintained World Heritage Monument; well preserved here we will be seeing the three palaces for the three queens of Akbar, Panch Mahal, Anupam Talab, Buland Darwaza, and Tomb of Salim Chesty, Jama Masjid & Treasury. After sightseeing of Sikri Fort, we proceed to Jaipur approx 5hrs. journey. The capital of Rajasthan also known as the pink City because the city building is having pink color, which is significance with hospitality in the royal family of Jaipur. The Pink city was constructed for the welcome of “Prince of Wallace”. Jaipur is the modern capital of Rajasthan. This city was founded in 1727, by Swai Jai Singh, on the name of this king this city is called as a Jaipur .As, the Mughal power in India was decline Swai Jai Singh shifted his capital from Amer to Jaipur. On arrival check in to the hotel and rest. In evening we will have a visit of the jewellery designing and Jems Stone cutting & polishing centre one of the major industry of Jaipur. Lunch will be on the way to Jaipur. In evening after dinner coming back to the hotel.
Day 07 - Jaipur
Today after breakfast, we start our morning with photography stop at Hawa Mahal, the “Palace of Winds”, en-route to Amer Fort or (Amber Fort) as the British called it, the wind palace was erected in1799, by Swai Pratap Singh for the vailed ladies of harem could observe, unnoticed, the lively street scenes below. After arriving to the base of the Amer Fort, we board to the jeep for the ride all the way up to the entrance of the Amer Fort. Inside the fort we will visit the famed Sheesh Mahal or Glass palace, Winter Palace & Summer Palace. Next is the opportunity to try our hand at the local handicraft of block printing and carpet weaving at a nearby craft centre govt. authorized. After the handicraft centre we will proceed for the lunch. And after lunch we will visit to Jantar Mantar, the largest stone and marble crafted observatory in the world. After Jantar Mantar, we will visit to the City Palace Museum, which is also the residence of the Royal Family of Jaipur. In the last you can have walk in the local market. After the walk we go back to the hotel and will go for outside dinner
Day 08 - Jaipur/Alsisar By Surface 6 hrs.
This morning after breakfast, we checkout and drive to small heritage town known as Alsisar, which is located in the Shekawati region of Rajasthan known for its Shekawati Paintings. After arrival, we check in to the hotel and will have our lunch and some rest. In the evening, we explore this town. This town has lovely subdued market. The havelis, mansions of the erstwhile rich Marwari (Business Man) or Traders were profusely frescoed inside and outside and some of these are still in good shape. Visit the fort the terrace of the rugged fort provides a panoramic view of the town. After village round coming back to hotel and have dinner. Overnight in the hotel.
Day 09 - Alsisar/Bikaner By Surface 5 hrs.
After the breakfast, we will start our journey to Bikaner, a major town in Western Rajasthan founded in 1488. Like many others in Rajasthan, the old city is surrounded by a high crenulated wall and was once an important staging post on the great caravan routes. This is also having the largest camel breeding center of Asia. Upon arrival we will check in to the hotel. And then we will have the sightseeing of the desert kingdom of Rajasthan. The strategic location on the overland carvan trade route to Central Asia and China, It was founded by Rao Bika, the younger son of Rao Jodha, the ruler of Jodhpur, who left the home in the search of new territory to conquer. Here we will visit the Junagarh Fort and enjoy the tangas (horse cart) ride through the middle of the city, which include spice market, Havelis & colorful view of the city with heavy rural & urban population of men & women in their tradition costume.
Day 10 - Bikaner/Jaisalmer By Surface 6 hrs.
This morning after breakfast, we drive to Jaisalmer approx 6-7 hrs driving. We arrive to the Golden City of Rajasthan founded by Prince Rawal Jaisla in 1156. After arrival in the afternoon we check in to the hotel and in evening we will have program to visit at high point of the city to see the sunset & evening we come back to the hotel for dinner.
Day 11 - Jaisalmer
After morning breakfast, we proceed to sightseeing of the Jain Temple; these temples are beautifully carved, and are built between 12th and 15th century. After the sightseeing of the temple we will visit the Jaisalmer Fort, This fort it is situated on the peak point of Trikuta hill on the height of 80meters (263ft), this desert fortress is straight out of the “Tales of the Arabian Night”, this is the single fort in the country where still the common people of the city leaves and about the quarter population of the old city leaves within the fort walls. Which are having 99 bastions around their circumference? After the fort, we will visit the Patwon ki Havelli, which is the most elaborate and magnificent of all Jaisalmer Havelis stands in a narrow lane. This also seems to be a landmark of Jaisalmer, The Patwas were the traders they were having lots of business in those day like money lending, private banking, money exchange and others. He has constructed a beautiful building which is having beautiful & incredible architecture and hand carving. After, this we will visit Gadi Sagar Lake, this is situated in south of the city walls. This lake was once main water supply system to the city. To enter this place we have to cross a beautiful gate, it is believe about this gate that it was constructed by the famous prostitute. After, this we will visit to see the silver market, this is specialize from this city. Afternoon break for the Lunch. After lunch, we proceed Sam Dunes 40 km from city in the middle of Thar Desert, the one of the biggest desert of India, we take a camel ride on the sand dunes to view sunset in desert. After this we come back to have dinner in the hotel
Day 12 - Jaisalmer/Jodhpur By Surface 6 hrs.
This morning after the breakfast we commence our journey from the western border of Rajasthan towards the east through the arid wasteland of the Grand Thar Desrt, Jodhpur. This city was founded in 1459 A.D by the powerful Rao Jodha. The city of Jodhpur is 545 years old known as “Blue City” of Rajasthan and is the second biggest city of Rajasthan. This part of Rajasthan is also called “Marwar” or the “Land of Death”. After arrival we check in into the hotel & will have lunch. After lunch we proceed to sightseeing of Mehrangarh Fort. After seeing this fort “Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis” when she visited the fort on 17th January 1984. She said that this is the eight wonder of the world. The most adventure thing to see in this fort is the hand mark of the queens who committed sati on their husband’s funeral pyres. This hand prints are still worship. Jaswant Thada the royal cenotaphs & Umaid Bhawan Museum the world famous palace & is regarded as a “Taj Mahal”, of Mewar.The Architecture & Craftsman “Mr. Gold Straw”, representative of “Messer’s Lanchester & Ladge of London”, was given assignment to execute. The Budget was 1, 09, 11,228/- Rupees. Construction work has been carried out in 26 acres of land & 15 Acres of land has been develop as a beautiful garden, the palace has been built in 195meters, the width being 103meters. In the palace 365 rooms were constructed with a fine collection of imported Chinese & Belgium glasses, silver & Chinese crockery’s. 10,00,000 meters of wire used for wiring. Inside the palace 20,000 sq ft. Burmese & Teak wood has been used for carpentries. The carpentries work was executed by the famous carpenter of Poland’s. Norwalin”, he completed the work in two years. Total time was taken 15 years. After sight seeing some time for shopping & Dinner. If we are not able to complete the sightseeing on this day then next day morning we can do some.
Day 13 - Jodhpur/Rohetgarh By Surface 1hrs.
In the morning after the breakfast, we proceed our journey by jeep for safari to RohetGarh to visit a Bishoni Tribe village. The Bishnoi follows 29 principles of a non-violent Vaishnaw etc. This religion was founded in15th century By Jamwbeswarji and one of the biggest temple of this religion is close to Bikaner of Jamwesharji. After Safari we will have lunch at Heritage Hotel Rohetgarh. And after lunch we come back to Jodhpur by Bus. Rest of the Day leisure.
Day 14 - Jodhpur/Ranakpur/Udaipur By Surface 7 hrs.
In the morning after the breakfast, we commence our journey to Udaipur, on the way we will have break for the lunch and sightseeing of Ranakpur enroute. In Ranakpur we will visit the Jain Temple located in the lovely valley of the Aravilli, the temple complex was built in 1439. It has 29 halls supported by 1444 pillars, no two of which are alike. The main temple complex is chaumukhi (four faced). We also visit to Surya Temple & other Jain Temple. After the sightseeing it more than 3 hrs. journey to Uaipur. Upon arrival we check in to the hotel and dinner.
Day 15 - Udaipur
This morning after the breakfast, we start sightseeing of the Udaipur. This city was founded in 1568 by Maharaja Udai Singh following the final sacking of Chittorgarh by the Mughal Emperor. Udaipur is also known as the lake city and because of these lakes the atmosphere in the city is very romantic and this is the reason that this city is also known as romantic city of Rajasthan. We start our sight seeing with a cruise on the 4km long lake pichola. Whilst on the cruise we will see Jag Niwas and the lake palace built between 1734 to 1751. It was once a royal summer retreat and is now one of the world’s great hotels. It also famous location for the film shoots (including James Bond’s Octopussy). After the cruise in Lake Pichola, we will visit the City Palace Museum of Udaipur one of the landmark of this city. City Palace was constructed in 1725 A.D., houses the Dhilkush Mahal, Sheesh Mahal or Glass Palace, Moti Mahal or Pearl Palace and Palace of Lord Krishna, all of which are ornately decorated. After the visit of City Palace, we will have our lunch and then walk in the local market. After market walk we drive past Fateh Sagar Lake, which has garden café on its island, located near is the Sahilion ki Bari gardens and fountains. This delightful 18th century retreat in the north of the city was built for a queen of Udaipur. In the end we will visit the mewar painting shop one of the famous art of Udaipur. After this back to the hotel & dinner,
Day 16 - Udaipur/Mumbai/Aurangabad By Flight
Today morning early wake up and early breakfast, after breakfast, we will be transfer to airport to fly for Mumbai. After arriving, we straight proceed for sightseeing of Mumbai. Mumbai is also home to world biggest cinema. Industry, popularly known as “Bollywood”, Some 18 million people, from billionare tycoons to homeless pavement dwellers, live in this teeming megalopolis. In tour of Mumbai, we drive past “Gateway of India”, Mumbai’s principal landmark, the Afghan church and Marine Drive fondly known as the Queen’s Necklace. We also visit the Hanging Garden, Chow patty, Kamala Nehru Park and Mani Bhawan, where Mahatma Gandhi stayed. We stop at Dhobi Ghat where Mumbai’s dirties scrubbed, washed, dyed and hung out to dry and take a chance to view the local train passing close by on which the city commuter hang out like laundry. Lunch will in the local restaurant. After sightseeing in the evening, we will be transfer to airport to take a flight to Aurangabad. Upon arrival transfer to hotel has your dinner and night stay
Day 17 - Aurangabad/Ajanta By Surface 3 hrs.
Today after breakfast, we begin our excursion to Ajanta Caves. Located 105 km north-east of Aurangabad, the caves date from around 200BC to 600 AD. As Buddhism gradually declined, the Ajanta Caves were abandoned from gradually forgotten. But in 1819, British Hunting Party stumbed upon them and their remote beauty were soon unveiled. The isolation contributed to the fine state of preservation in which some of their remarkable paintings remain to this day. Ajanta is listed a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. We will have a packed lunch today for our excursion. Within the 30 rocks-hewn caves the murals show scenes from the Buddha’s life , and from the Jataka Tales, which recount stories of the Buddha’s previous incarnations as an enlightened being or Bodhisattva, Magnificent, detailed compositions, the murals include depictions of court scenes, princes and musicians, and offer fascinating glimpse of daily life in the 5th century. Later we return to Aurangabad and dinner in the hotel.
Day 18 - Aurangabad/Ellora/Mumbai By Surface/Flight
After breakfast we will have late check out from the hotel, after check out we go for lunch. After the lunch we proceed to half day excursion of Ellora Caves, another World Heritage Site, which encompass 34 rock-out shrines representing Buddhist, Hindu and Jain art dating from the 4th to 9th century AD. The caves are carved into the side of a basaltic hill 30 km from Aurangabad. The most remarkable among them is the Kailash Temple, meant to be a replica of Lord Shiva’s celestial abode, Kailash. It is the best example of rock cut architecture and the engineering skills of the times. After sightseeing in the evening we transfer to airport to fly Mumbai. After arrival in Mumbai transfer to the hotel dinner and night stay over there.
Day 19 - Mumbai
In the morning after breakfast, we will checkout and will proceed to Elephant Caves. The Island of Elephanta is an hour away from Mumbai by motor launch across Mumbai harbour. The 1200 years old Elephanta Caves house some of the most beautiful rock-cuts of the period. The famous Trimurti Sculpture of three faced Shiva depicting his three aspects as Creator, Preserver and Destroyer is powerfully portrayed in the massive sculpture. The cave temples here were excavated between the 5th and 8th century AD. Lunch will be in local restaurant. And after the lunch transfer to airport according to the flight time. Fly to your country with the sweet dream of India.
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