01
Day: Arrival Delhi
On arrival at Delhi International airport, you will
be welcomed and assisted by our representative, then
transfer to the hotel, where we are holding the room
on ready occupancy basis. Overnight stay in Delhi.
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 - Udaipur
(By Air)
Today after breakfast, morning is free for relaxation
or leisure activities. Then transfer to the airport
to board the morning flight to Udaipur. On arrival
transfer to the hotel. Afternoon is free at leisure
or for relaxation. 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.
04 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.
05 Day: Udaipur - Jodhpur
(276 Kms - 5 ½ hours)
After breakfast drive to Jodhpur 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 marvellous feat of architecture.
One can have lunch at Maharani Bagh Hotel in Ranakpur
and visit to local families on the way. Later continue
to proceed to Jodhpur. On arrival transfer to the
hotel. In the evening visit to Umaid Bhawan Palace
which is a majestic Palace building that presently
functions as a hotel and museum. Later take an excursion
tour to the Heritage Palace of Balsamand - 20 kms
away over looking the lake of Balsamand. In the evening
you may opt to visit at On The Rocks a garden restaurants
serving ethnic food followed by live music and folk
dance. Located at Ajit Bhawan. Later return to the
hotel for overnight stay.
06 Day: Jodhpur - Jaisalmer
(290 kms - 5 - 6 hrs)
After an early breakfast take a sight seeing tour
of Jodhpur visiting Mehrangarh Fort, Jaswant Thada
(Mausoleums of the great Rajput Warrior) and Umaid
Bhawan Palace Museum. After lunch, drive to Jaisalmer.
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. After visting continue
to drive to Jaisamer, on arrival transfer to the hotel.
In the evening you can visit in old city local market,
to acclimatize with the city atmosphere. Overnight
stay at Jaisalmer.
07 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.
08 Day: Jaisalmer - Bikaner
(330 kms - 6 - 7 hrs)
After breakfast checkout & drive to Bikaner, en
route visit to the massive Fort Pokharan, the town
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: 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 continues to drive to Bikaner. On
arrival transfer to hotel. The evening free for leisure.
Overnight at the hotel.
09 Day: Bikaner - Jaipur
(330 Kms - 7 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. Later check out
the hotel and drive to Jaipur en route visit Deshnok
to see the world famous rat Temple of Karnimata -
at this temple rats are held sacred & roam freely
within the temple complex. After visit continue to
drive to Jaipur, if time permit you can take a stop
over at Mandawa visiting old havelis. After visit
continue to drive to Jaipur, on arrival transfer to
the hotel. Evening free for individual activities
and relax. Overnight at the hotel.
10 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 afternoon is kept free to visit the
famous Markets of Textiles, Gems, Carpets, and handicrafts.
Jaipur is an ideal place for buying souvenirs. One
can also visit Nahargarh Fort to see it illuminated
over the floodlights. Evening visit to Birla Temple
later at the time of dinner visit unique 5 star ethnic
resort Chokhi Dhani for dinner in village ambience
with puppet shows, folk dances astrology, camel ride.
Return to the hotel for overnight stay.
11 Day: Jaipur - Agra
(240 kms - 5 hours)
After breakfast 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 Diwan-e-Khas; Punch Mahal,
the Tomb of Salim Chisti, and the Bulund Darwaza.
After visit, continue to proceed to Agra. On arrival
transfer to the hotel. After some rest and relaxation
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. 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.
Overnight in the hotel.
Note: Taj Mahal is closed on every Friday.
12 Day Agra – Delhi
(200 kms 4 hours)
Early morning 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. Later
visit the Pearl Mosque and the Tomb of Itamad-ud-Daula
built by Empress Noorjehan in memory of her father.
Later drive to Delhi, en route; you can visit Sikandra
to see the Tomb of Mughal Emperor Akbar. On arrival
transfer to the hotel. Overnight at Delhi.
Note: Taj Mahal closed on every Friday.
13 Day: Delhi - Varanasi
(By Air)
After an early breakfast transfer to the airport to
board the schedule morning flight to Varanasi. Assistance
on arrival and transfer to the hotel. Later take an
excursion to Sarnath, located at 10 Kms from Varanasi
where Lord Buddha gave his first sermon to the five
holy men; visit 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 return to Varanasi, early evening take
half day sightseeing of the city visiting. 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 and individual activities
Overnight at the hotel.
14 Day: Varanasi - Khajuraho
(By Air)
Early morning enjoy the 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 religion. While on the boat
you will also see the cremation ceremonies of dead
bodies as per Hindi Rituals. After ride return to
the hotel check out and drive to the airport to board
the early afternoon flight to Khajuraho. Assistance
on arrival and check in to the hotel. The evening
free for leasuire and individual activities. Overnight
at the hotel.
Return to the hotel for overnight.
15 Day: Khajuraho - Bhopal
(By Train)
After breakfast, visit Eastern Group of Temples and
visit the Jain temples of Parsvanath, Adinath, and
Shanti Nath. Sightseeing contiues by visiting Western
group of Temples consisting of the massive Laxman
Temple dedicated to lord Vishnu, the Laxmi and Varaha
temples dedicated to Vishnu’s consort Laxman,
the Kandariya Mahadev temple dedicated to Lord Shiva
and the Chausath Yogini temple dedicated to goddess
Kali. Also visit Archaeological museum with its collection
of stone sculptures of the Chandela dynasty. After
visit checkout and then drive to Satna to board the
night train to Bhopal. Overnight at the board.
16 Day: Bhopal - Sanchi
- Bhopal (Excursion 46 kms - 1 hour)
Assistance on arrival early morning and transfer to
the hotel. After some relaxation and breakfast take
an excursion to Sanchi, which is an assemblage of
ruins of Stupas, Temples and Monasteries, built from
3rd Century BC to the 12th Century AD. Sanchi gained
prominence as an important pilgrimage centre of Buddhist
World. After visit return back to Bhopal and then
visit to National Archievs. Overnight at hotel.
17 Day: Bhopal - Indore
(186 kms - 3 hrs)
After breakfast visit Sadar Manzil, Taj-ul-Masjid,
Secretariat, Vidhan Sabha, Fatehgarh Fort, Moti Masjid,
after lunch check out the hotel and drive to Indore,
on arrival transfer to the hotel. In the evening visit
to Bodhi Sheesh Mahal and Lal Bagh Palace. Overnight
at hotel.
18 Day: Indore - Mandu
- Dhar (99 kms - 1 ½ hrs)
Morning after breakfast drive to Dhar. En route visit
to Mandu, called The City of Joy, which in fact is
a superb Hill top Fort deserted, dramatic and alive
with ghosts. It is the largest fortified city in the
world. Take a sightseeing tour of Mandu visiting several
noteworthy palaces and pavilions some of which are
Ashrafi Mahal, Rewa Kund Group, Hindola Mahal (swinging
Palace). After visit continue to drive to Dhar, on
arrival transfer to the hotel. Overnight at Dhar.
19 Day: Dhar
After breakfast an excursion to Bagh, which is famous
for Buddhist Caves of Gupta Period. The Highlights
of caves are wall paintings. After visiting one can
have lunch at Hotel Jhira Bagh Palace. After lunch
take an excursion to Maheshwar and Omkareshwar on
the river Narmada famous for finest Ghats, Temples
and Mystic Power Centres. Overnight at the hotel.
20 Day: Dhar - Aurangabad
(380 kms - 8 hrs)
After an early breakfast check out the hotel and drive
to Aurangabad. Enroute one can stop at Dhule for lunch.
After lunch continue to drive to Aurangabad. On arrival
transfer to the hotel. Evening is free to enjoy the
surroundings on your own. Overnight stay at Aurangabad.
21 Day: Aurangabad -
Ajanta - Ellora - Aurangabad: (105 Kms - 2 hours)
After breakfast take an excursion of 105 kms to witness
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. After visiting Ajanta Caves
drive to (30 kms) Ellora Caves, 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. It also has some of the excellent
stonework depicting the legends related to Lord Shiva.
After visit return back to the hotel for overnight
stay.
Note: The Ajanta Caves are closed to public
on all Monday and Ellora caves on Tuesday
22 Day: Aurangabad - Mumbai
(By Air)
After breakfast check out the hotel and transfer to
the Airport to board the morning flight for Mumbai.
Assistance on arrival and transfer to hotel. After
relaxation you can take a visit to the city life of
Western Suburan visiting Iscon Temple and shopping
at the big malls like Shoppers Stop, In Style, West
End. If you are staying at South Mumbai, you can visit
Gateway of India, Marine drive also known as queens
necklace in the night, Mahalaxmi Temple and for shopping
visit to Cross Road, Phoenix Mill- Bombay Bazaar.
Optionally you can have dinner at choice of city restaurants.
Overnight at the hotel.
23 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.
Note: Elephanta Caves & Prince of Wales
Museum are closed on every Monday.
24 Day: Mumbai - Hometown
(By Air)
After breakfast one can take a city tour of Mumbai,
later transfer to the international airport to board
the scheduled flight for your hometown. On departure
tour concludes with happy memories.