01
Day: Arrival Delhi
On arrival at Delhi International Airport, you will
be welcomed by our representative then transfer to
the hotel where we hold the room on ready occupancy
basis. Overnight at the hotel
02 Day: Delhi
After breakfast take sightseeing tour of historic
city visiting Old Delhi: 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; later take sightseeing tour of
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 Light and Sound show at
Red fort. Return to the hotel for overnight stay.
03 Day: Delhi - Varanasi
(By Air)
Morning after breakfast checkout the hotel and transfer
to the airport to board the flight for Varanasi IC806
departs at 1100 hours and arrive at 1215 hours. Assistance
on arrival in Varanasi and transfer to the hotel.
Relax for some time & take an excursion tour to
Sarnath - 10 kms visit the deer park and Bodhi Tree
where Lord Buddha preached his First Sermon. Drive
back to Varanasi, evening free to relax, overnight
in Varanasi
04 Day: Varanasi - Satna
- Khajuraho (By Train)
Early morning take a 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 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 colorful market of the ancient city. Later transfer
to the Railway station to board the train 1062 MFP
LTTE Express depart at 23.35 hours. Overnight at the
board
05 Day: Khajuraho
Assistance on Satna Railway Station (nearest railhead
of Khajuraho - 115 kms) at 0625 hours, and drive to
Khajuraho 2 ½ hours drive, on arrival transfer
to the hotel. After some relaxation take a sightseeing
tour of Khajuraho, visiting 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. Also visit
Archaeological museum with its collection of stone
sculptures of the Chandela dynasty. Overnight at the
hotel in Khajuraho
06 Day: Khajuraho - Satna
- Agra (By train)
Early morning visit Eastern group of Temples and visit
the Jain temples of Parsvanath, Adinath, and Shanti
Nath. Also visit the temples of Vamana and Brahma/Hanuman
both dedicated to lord Vishnu. Later drive to Satna
117 kms, on arrival transfer to the railway station
to board the schedule train to Agra (Train no. 2189
Mahakaushal Express) at 1900 hours, arrival at Agra
next day morning at 0645 hours. Overnight at the board.
07 Day: Agra
Assistance on arrival at Agra Station and transfer
to the hotel after some relaxation take a sightseeing
tour of the city visiting 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 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 Agra.
Note: Taj Mahal is closed on every Friday.
08 Day: Agra - Jaipur
(230 kms - 5 hours)
Today 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.
After visit checkout the hotel and drive to Jaipur
en route visit 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 Bulund Darwaza. Later continue to
proceed to Jaipur. On arrival transfer to hotel After
a relaxation, if time permits in the evening visit
to Birla Temple, speculator white marble temple, glitters
in the in the night, 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.
09 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.
One can also visit Nahargarh Fort to see it illuminated
over the floodlights. Return to the hotel for overnight.
10 Day: Jaipur - Jodhpur-
(340 kms - 6 to 7 hrs)
Today after breakfast checkout the hotel and drive
to Jodhpur, en route visit Pushkar, the known destination
of world fame cattle faire, the only Temple of Lord
Brahma on the bank of Pushkar Lake surrounded by the
Ghats and one can see devotees praying and taking
a dip in the holy water of Pushkar Lake. One can have
lunch at Pushkar Palace hotel, which is over looking
the lake; later proceed to Jodhpur, on arrival transfer
to 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.
10 Day: Jodhpur - Udaipur:
(276 Kms 5 - 5 ½ 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. Later
check out the hotel and 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 marvellous feat of architecture.
You may opt for lunch at Ranakpur. Afterwards continue
to proceed to Udaipur, on arrival transfer to hotel.
Evening free to relax, optionally 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.
11 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
12 Day: Udaipur - Delhi - Home Town:
Mornings after breakfasts check out the hotel and
transfer to the domestic airport to board the flight
no. 9W 3301 departs at 0810 hours. Assistance on arrival
at Delhi at 1045 hours and transfer to the hotel.
Later the day is free till the departure time for
home flight; optionally you can stay in the hotel
for relaxation for short time. Later transfer to the
International airport to board the scheduled flight
for home town, On departure the tour concludes with
happy memories.
