01
Day: Arrival Delhi
Welcome and assistance on arrival at Delhi International
Airport. You will be transfer to the hotel where we
hold the room on ready occupancy basis. Overnight
stay at the hotel.
02 Day: Delhi
After breakfast take sightseeing tour of historic
city visiting Old Delhi visiting the majestic Red
Fort, a marvel in red sandstone, Jama Masjid, the
largest mosque in India, both built by emperor Shah
Jahan of Taj Mahal fame, Rajghat - memorial of Mahatma
Gandhi & a Rickshaw ride past through the silver
street in Chandani Chowk, the city tour continues
covering New Delhi, visiting Rashtrapati Bhawan, one-time
imperial residence of the British viceroys; the India
Gate, a memorial raised in honour of the Indian soldiers
martyred during the Afghan war; the Laxmi Narayan
Temple, built by the Birlas, one of India’s
leading industrial families; Humayun’s Tomb,
lotus shaped Bhai’s Temple , Qutub Minar , built
by Qutub-ud-din Aibek of the Slave Dynasty; in the
evening you can visit see speculative Light and Sound
Show at Red Fort. Return to the hotel for overnight
at the hotel.
03 Day: Delhi –
Mandawa: (275 kms - 5 hours)
After breakfast checkout and drive to Mandawa, on
arrival transfer to heritage hotel. The medieval Fort
of Mandawa (Shekhwati) gradually rises on the horizon
like a mirage. Mandawa is popularly known as the 'open-air
art gallery' of Rajasthan. A breathtaking view of
the town can be seen from the terrace of Castle Mandawa.
Precious collection of arms with jade handles, traditional
ceremonial costumes can be seen at the Museum at the
Castle, visit to Havelies in Mandawa notably the Chokhani
Saraf & Ladia Havelies. The Castle, now a 51 rooms
hotel has no two rooms alike. It also houses an interesting
collection of paintings, jade, costumes and antiques.
In the evening a walk through through the bustling
bazaars and pick up things of your interest. Evenings
there is a special program of music and dance performed
by local artists, participate in the dance and feel
the life of the people and their hospitality. Dinner
and overnight at the hotel.
04 Day: Mandawa - Bikaner
(175 kms - 3 hours)
After breakfast visit the Shekhawati region an important
town of the years gone by, to see number of remarkable
Havelis and Castles in the nearby towns of Nawalgarh
and Laxman Garh. These havelis are museums in themselves,
numerous havelis built by the rich merchants as their
residence in 18th and 19th century. After lunch, drive
to Bikaner on arrival transfer to hotel. After relaxation,
take an excursion tour to Deshnok to see the Temple
of Karni Mata – at this temple rats are held
sacred & roam freely within the temple complex.
Spotting a white rat in this temple is believed to
by lucky. Evening free for relax. Return to the hotel
for dinner and overnight.
05 Day: Bikaner - Jaisalmer
(330 kms - 6 hrs)
After breakfast take a sight seeing tour of Bikaner
covering Junagadh Fort - constructed between 1588
and 1593 by Raja Rai Singh, fort has a 986 meter long
wall with 37 bastions & two entrances, Bhand Sagar
Temple - The 16th century Jain temple, is the most
important temple of this complex. After lunch drive
to Jaisalmer. En route you can visit Pokhran came
to the limelight when several nuclear tests were conducted
here during the 1970's and the 1990's. Pokharan Fort
is Built in 1532-1584 the yellow sandstone Pokhran
fort, though not as grand a fort as some of the others
in Rajasthan has a few exquisite palaces like the
Mangal Niwas, the Rani Mahal and the Phool Niwas or
the Flower Palace, visit to Pokhran Museum : The Pokhran
Museum housed inside the fort’s premises is
fairly small and contains an assortment of weapons,
paintings, pottery and the costumes which the Maharajas
wore. After visit continue to drive to Jaisalmer on
arrival transfer to the hotel. Rest of the evening
free for leisure, overnight at the hotel.
06 Day: Jaisalmer
After breakfast take a sight seeing tour of Jaisalmer
covering Jaisalmer Fort - built on the highest point
of the Tricuta hill, consisting of 99 bastions. Outstanding
features are Megh Durbar & various temples, Salim
Singh-Ki-Haveli & Patwon-Ki-Haveli - some of the
beautiful mansions with stone carving and latticework
of breath taking intricacy, visit followed by Gadisar
Lake. Later after lunch drive to Sam Sand Dunes -
45 kms en route visit the ancient Temple of Lodurwa,
Amar Sagar and Mool Sagar Complex, built in 1815 AD,
The complex also houses a summer palace where some
beautiful paintings and pictures are displayed. On
arrival at Sam Sand Dunes and transfer on Camels and
enjoy camel safari to discover the various sights
and sounds, the ruins and the temples in and around
Jaisalmer in an authentic and leisurely fashion with
entertainment by folk performers, visits to villages,
and chatter from colorful guides thrown in. After
safari drive back to Jaisalmer for overnight stay.
Note: Optionally you can stay overnight at
the Sam Sand dunes in luxury tented accommodation,
enjoy the starry night with ethnic food, folk dances,
bone fire and camel safari in dues in nights hours.
07 Day: Jaisalmer - Jodhpur
(290 kms - 6 hrs)
After breakfast checkout and drive to Jodhpur, en
route visit to Osian Village, ruins of an ancient
city called Osian, an oasis in the desert, A drive
to this ancient township takes one past undulating
terrain, punctuated by desert stretches and little
hamlets. Osian has 15 beautifully sculpted Jain and
Brahmanical temples. Of these, the most outstanding
ones are the earlier Surya or Sun Temple and the later
Kali temple, Sachiya Mata Temple and the main temple
dedicated to Lord Mahavira. On arrival transfer to
the hotel. In the evening you may opt to visit On
the Rocks a garden restaurant serving ethnic food
followed by live music and folk dance, located at
Ajit Bhawan. Later return to the hotel for overnight
stay.
08 Day; Jodhpur - Mount
Abu: (275 kms 5-6 hours)
After breakfast take a sight seeing tour of Jodhpur
including Clock Tower, Mehrangarh Fort situated at
an altitude of about 125 meters and is spread over
an area of 5 sq. km and it has seven gates, Jaswant
Thada is a white marble memorial built in memory of
Maharaja Jaswant Singh, followed by visit to Umaid
Bhawan Palace which is a majestic Palace building
that presently functions as a hotel and museum. After
lunch check out the hotel and drive to Mount Abu.
On arrival transfer to the hotel. In the evening you
can visit Sunset point and Nakkhi Lake. Relax and
overnight at the hotel.
09 Day: Mount Abu - Udaipur
(220 kms 4 - 5 hours)
After breakfast take a sightseeing tour of natural
attraction and splendid temples: Dilwara temples consisting
of five Jain temples built at the beginning of the
11th century with intricate ornamental carvings represent
the climax in the art of decoration in stone, followed
by Gomukh temple, Vimala Vasahi, Bhramkumari Temple,
Achalgarh Fort. Later drive to Udaipur, En route visiting
the Jain temples at Ranakpur Temples of 12 Century
– The cluster of temples, made of intricately
sculpted white marble, built out of marbles with 108
carved pillars each carved differently from others,
Come across as a marvellousfeat of architecture. One
can have lunch at Maharani Bagh Hotel in Ranakpur
and visit to local families on the way, continue to
proceed to Udaipur, on arrival transfer to the hotel.
Optionally in the early evening you can take a walk
through the narrow lanes and back streets of Udaipur
up to the Washing Ghats at the Lake Pichola. Enjoy
Boat ride at Lake Pichola and also opt for dinner
at Lake Palace Hotel, located amidst the Lake. Overnight
at the hotel.
10 Day: Udaipur
After breakfast take a sightseeing tour of Udaipur,
visiting City Palace built in 1559, a small palace
over looking at the Lake Pichola, the additions were
made to it by successive Kings of Udaipur gradually
evolved become the larges place in Rajasthan, Main
attraction of Place are Durbar Hall, Crystal Gallery,
Palace Museum and Jagdish Temple. Later visit Saheli
Ki Bari that is a small ornamental garden built in
the honour of Royal Ladies for recreational purpose
and visit Lok Kala Mandal collection of folk art items
like folk dresses, ornaments, puppets ,masks, dolls
folk musical instruments, folk deities and paintings.
Opened seven days a week, puppet shows and folk dancing
are conducted every evening from 1800 to 1900 in an
adjacent open air theatre. & Shilpgram to see
the village arts & crafts. Followed by visit to
Eklingji & Nagda Temples - built in white marble
with a double storied porch on the bank of Lake Bageela
- 22 kms from Udaipur. Overnight at Udaipur.
11 Day: Udaipur - Chittourgarh
- Udaipur (112 kms 3 hours)
After an early breakfast first take exursion to Chittourgarh
Fort is the mightiest Fort in Indian History, The
pride and glory of Rajasthan. Chittaurgarh echoes
with the tales of romance and valour unique to the
Rajput tradition. A ruined citadel, where the royal
past lives in its imposing forts, graceful palaces
and spectacular 'chhatris'in the fort vicinity visit
Kirti Stambha, Rana-Kumbha Palace, Padmini Palace,
Meera Temple and Kumbha Shyam Temple and Kalika Mata
Temple, State Archaeological Museum. Later drive back
to Udaipur. Evening free for leisure and realax. Ovenight
at the hotel.
12 Day: Udaipur - Deogarh
- Pushkar: (275 kms - 5 ½ hour)
After breakfast checkout and drive to Pushkar en route
have your lunch at the magnificent Deogarh Mahal with
short visit the historical Deogarh Fort. On arrival
at Pushkar, transfer to the hotel, evening free for
relax or walk at the Ghats of Pushkar Lake. Overnight
stay at the hotel.
13 Day: Pushkar - Jaipur
(130 kms 2 ½ hours)
After breakfast take a sighseeing tour of Pushkar,
known for worlds biggest cattle fair every year in
month of November, with glorious celebration. A city
of Pilgrimage from time immemorial with over 500 temples
and ghats Pushkar begets a legacy of timeless architectural
heritage. Pushkar radiates an ambience of peace and
spirituality that casts a lure to visit again and
again. After relaxation take sightseeing tour of the
city visiting temple of Lord Brahma surrounded by
Pushkar Lake. On the banks of the lake you will see
devotees taking dip into the holy waters of Pushkar
& offering prayers. Also visit the Pushkar Fair
site, which is right opposite the Pushkar After visit
check out the hotel and drive to Jaiur, en route yu
can visit to Khawaja Dargah ( Musilim Shrine) at Ajemr
( 11 kms from Pushkar), after visit continue to drive
to Jaiur, on arrival transfer to the hotel. Evening
free for leisure and overnight at the hotel.
14 Day: Jaipur
Today after breakfast explore the Pink City with an
excursion to Amber Fort, situated just outside the
city, enjoy the experience of ride on elephant back
to and from the top of the hill on which the fort
is situated. Afternoon sightseeing tour of City Palace
in the heart of Jaipur is known for its blend of Rajasthani
and Mughal architecture. Not far away is the Central
Museum. Jantar Mantar is the largest of the five observatories
built by Sawai Jai Singh. The Hawa Mahal or the Palace
of Winds was constructed for the royal ladies to watch
the royal processions without being seen, all monuments
are located in the vicinity of City Palace Complex
of Jaipur. Later late afternoon is kept free to visit
the famous Markets of Textiles, Gems, Carpets, and
handicrafts. Jaipur is an ideal place for buying souvenirs.
In the evening visit to Birla Temple, speculator marble
temple, glitters in the in the night, later at the
time of dinner visit to Chokhi Dhani - an ethnic 5
star resort serving Rajasthani & Continental cuisine
with live music, astrology, games, folk dances and
music, puppet shows in an ambiance of an ethnic village.
Return to the hotel for overnight.
15 Day: Jaipur –
Samode (Excursion) – Jaipur (45 kms 1 hour)
Today morning take an excursion to Samode, (45 kms
1 hours) The old caravan city of Samode locked up
in its walls and dominated by the castle, on arrival
after refreshment visit Samode Palace, the Sheesh
Mahal- the hall of mirrors. Late afternoon take camel
cart ride to explore the Samode Fort and the semi
desert village of Samode, witness the culture and
traditional of villagers. Later in the evening drive
back to Jaipur. Overnight at the hotel.
16 Day: Jaipur - Agra:
(230 kms - 4 hours)
Morning after breakfast check out the hotel and drive
to Agra en route visit the Old deserted town of Mughal
Dynasty - Fatehpur Sikri built in red sandstone in
honour of Saint Salim Chisti who foretold the birth
of 3 sons to Emperor Akbar, is an example of robust
stability combined with originality. Each important
edifice here represents a type by itself. Notable
among them is the Diwane Khas; Punch Mahal, the Tomb
of Salim Chisti, and the Buland Darwaza. After visit
continue to drive to Agra. On arrival transfer to
the hotel. In the evening you may visit to the souvenirs
market of Agra, one should visit Oswal Emporium where
they have built a Mini Taj Mahal inside their showroom
and it took 10 years for the artists to complete the
mini replica of the Taj. The show room conducts free
sound & light show showing the eras of Taj Mahal.
Return to the hotel. Overnight at Agra.
17 Day: Agra
Early visit to witness incomparable Taj Mahal with
its’ speculative view at the time of Sunrise.
Taj Mahal, the architectural modern day wonder of
the world; this monument is a fine example of the
fusion of many architectural styles is one of the
wonders of the modern world. Taj, endowed it with
some of the loveliest buildings in the world. The
tour continues with a visit to the Agra Fort from
where one can get the most moving view of the Taj
from the little octagonal tower in the Agra Fort,
which lies, across the river Jamuna. Later visit the
Pearl Mosque and the Tomb of Itamad-ud-Daula built
by Empress Noorjehan in memory of her father. In the
evening transfer to the railway station to board the
schedule train for Satna. Overnight stay at the board.
18 Day: Satna - Khajuraho
(118 kms - 2 ½ hours)
Assistant on arrival at Satna Railway station early
morning and drive to the Khajuraho. On arrival check
in to the hotel. After relaxation visit to witness
the Western group of Temples consisting of the massive
Lakshmana Temple dedicated to lord Vishnu, the Lakshmi
and Varaha temples dedicated to Vishnu’s consort
Lakshman, the Kandariya Mahadev Temple dedicated to
Lord Shiva and the Chausath Yogini temple dedicated
to goddess Kali. The sighseeing followed by vsiting
Eastern group of Temples and visit the Jain temples
of Parsvanath, Adinath, and Shanti Nath. Also visit
Archaeological museum with its collection of stone
sculptures of the Chandela dynasty. Overnight at the
hotel in Khajuraho.
19 Day: Khajuraho - Varanasi
(By Air)
After breakfast visitLater early after noon return
to the hotel for checkout and then transfer to airport
to board the flight for Varanasi, assistance on arrival
in Varanasi and transfer to the hotel. Relax for some
time & take an excursion tour to Sarnath, located
at 10 Kms from Varanasi where Lord Buddha gave his
first sermon to the five holy men; visit at Dharmarajika
Stupa The 110 ft tall Dhamekh Stupa marks the place
where Buddha preached first sermon., also visit to
Archaeological museum, the collection of ancient Buddhist
relics and antiques comprising numerous Buddha and
Bodhisatva images, also see the Ashok Pillar with
4 lions, built in 3rd Centaury BC., symbolize both
Ashoks's imperial rule and the kingship of the Buddha.
The four-lion capital was adopted as the emblem of
the modern Indian republic. After visit drive back
to Varansi. Overnight at the hotel.
20 Day: Varanasi
Early morning boat ride on the Ganges at dawn when
it is full of pilgrims is an amazing place to witness
the living traditions of one of the world's oldest
and most important religions. While on the boat you
will also see the cremation ceremonies of dead bodies
as per Hindi Rituals. After lunch visit to Banaras
Hindu University - probably the largest residential
university in Asia, in the university visit at Bharat
Kala Museum. Later proceed on a tour of the temples
of Varanasi visiting the Golden Temple dedicated to
lord Shiva, the Durga temple dedicated to goddess
Durga. Interestingly the Durga Temple is also known
as the Monkey Temple due to the large number of monkeys
found in the Temple premises, In the evening you can
take a walk through the narrow lane to explore and
colourful market of the ancient city. Rest of the
evening free for leisure. Overnight at the hotel.
21 Day: Varanasi - Mumbai:
(By Air)
After breakfast the morning free at leasrue. Later
check out the hotel and transfer to the airport to
board the afternoon flight for Mumbai, assistance
on arrival at Mumbai and transfer to the hotel. In
the evening you can visit to ISCON Temple at Juhu.
And can go to various city returant to enjoy dinner
and experience Mumbai night life. Return to the hotel
for overnight stay.
22 Day: Mumbai
After breakfast takes a sight seeing tour of Bombay,
drive to Gateway of India and from here cruise by
motorboats to Elephanta Caves. A flight of 100 steps
takes you to the top of the hill where it is set.
The caves houses large pillars that seem to hold the
ceiling which is made of cross beams. The picturesque
presentations of the 9 marvelous sculptured panels,
set on the walls are awe-inspiring. The most famous
of the panels is the Trimurthi, or triple-headed Shiva,
where the God is depicted as the destroyer, the preserver
and the creator. Later in the afternoon cruise back
to Gateway of India, one can have lunch at the Taj
Hotel or other several good Restaurants like Leopold
& Mondegar serving continental cuisines. Later
visit Prince of Wales Museum, Parliament House, Marine
Drive, Jain Temple, Hanging Gardens, Return back to
the hotel for overnight.
23 Day: Mumbai - Aurangabad
(By Air)
After breakfast the day is free for leisure, you can
visit various shopping malls Like Inorbit, Cross Road,
West Side and local fort market like fashion street,
after lunch transfer to the domestic airport to board
the afternoon flight for Aurangabad. On arrival transfer
to the hotel. After some relaxation in the evening
enjoy the city atmosphere.. Overnight stay in the
hotel.
24 Day: Aurangabad -
Ajanta (105 kms - 1 ½ hours)
After breakfast for excursion to famous Ajanta caves.
Ajanta is one of the few historical and architectural
marvels of India. Recognized as the World Heritage
Site today, it was discovered during the 19th century
by a group of British officers who were on a tiger
hunt. The Ajanta group of caves, located deep within
the Sahyadri hills above the Waghora, depicts the
story of Buddhism that prevailed here during 200 BC
to 650 AD. Ajanta’s wondrous cave temples are
cut into the rocky sides of a dramatic crescent-shaped
gorge, at the head of which is a waterfall that drops
over the mountain rim in a series of seven steps to
a pool far below –deep inside the mountain are
the Buddhist chaitya – vihara prayer and monastery
caves. They cover a span of 800 years where under
the royal patronage of ruling dynasties, professional
artists helped Buddhist monks to create magnificent
murals narrating the story of Buddha in his cycle
of incarnations, while simultaneously creating a painted
record of the panorama of life in ancient India. Etched
and painted in mineral dyes, the paintings have a
languorous stylized beauty and magical eloquence.
After visiting Ajanta Caves drive back to Aurangabad.
Return to Aurangabad for overnight.
25 Day: Aurangabad -
Ellora (30 kms - ½ hours)
After breakfast take a sight seeing tour of Ellora,
one of the highly visited World heritage sites of
India. It houses 34 monasteries and temples with some
exclusive uninterrupted sequence of monuments that
date back from 600 to 1000 AD. The temples of Ellora
are dedicated to Brahmanism, Jainism, and Buddhism.
A particular interest are the architectural marvel
of the monolithic Kailasa Temple, the Buddhist Vishvakarma
Chaitya and Vihara, the famous Jain cave number 32
famous for a magnificent Yakshi statue and ceiling
paintings. It also has some of the excellent stonework
depicting the legends related to Lord Shiva. After
visit return to the Aurangabad for overnight stay.
NOTE: The Ajanta Caves are closed to public
on all Monday and Ellora caves on Tuesday
26 Day: Aurangabad -
Mumbai - Goa (By Air)
Early morning after breakfast check out the hotel
and transfer to the airport to board the morning flight
for Mumbai on arrival take a connecting flight to
Goa. On arrival transfer to the beach resort. Evening
free for relaxation. Overnight at the hotel.
27 Day: Goa
After breakfast, the day is free to enjoy the beaches
and amenities available at the resort. You can take
a sightseeing tour of Old Goa -10 km from Panjim,
the basilica of Bom Jesus, the 16th century church
dedicated to infant Jesus and enshrining the mortal
remains of St. Francis Xavier, is one of the most
important sight of Goa. The other Churches in the
same area are St. Cathedral, with its vaulted interior,
Church of our Lady of Rosary and Nunnery of St. Monica.
The Aguada Fort built by the Portuguese commands the
mouth of the Mondovi River and houses a lighthouse.
And in the evening enjoy Cruise over Mondovi River.
Overnight stay at hotel.
28 Day: Goa
Morning after breakfast rest of the day is free to
explore the beaches of Goa, visiting visit the famous
beaches of Goa like Anjuna Beach, Colva Beach &
Calangute Beach. Later return to the hotel for overnight
at the resort.
29 Day: Goa - Mumbai
(By Air)
After breakfast, check out from the hotel transfer
to the airport to board the schedule flight for Mumbai.
On arrival transfer to the hotel. Later the evening
is free for rest and leisure activities in the hotel.
Overnight stay at the hotel.
30 Day: Mumbai –
Hometown
After breakfast you can take a tour of Mumbai market,
Iscon temple, Juhu Chowpatty, later transfer to the
International airport to board the scheduled flight
for hometown. On departure the tour concludes with
happy memories.