Day 01 : Abroad - Delhi
Arrive: Delhi. Upon arrival in Delhi, the guest will be met by our
representative and transferred to hotel.
Overnight at hotel.
Day 01 : Abroad - Delhi
Arrive:
Delhi. Upon arrival in Delhi, the guest will be met by our representative
and transferred to hotel. Overnight at hotel.
Day 02 / Delhi
After breakfast sightseeing tour of Delhi covering the 11th century Qutab
Minar Tower, the India Gate and the grand government buildings, the
President’s House and Parliament House all dating back to the time of
British Raj. Also visit Laxmi Narayan temple popularly known as Birla
Temple. Night stay in Delhi. Overnight at hotel
Day 03 : Delhi - Jaipur
Morning drive to Jaipur (258 km). Upon arrival in Jaipur - check into the
hotel. Afternoon city tour of Jaipur - "The Pink City" is
spectacularly set within surrounding rugged hills, dotted with ancient
ruined fortresses. Your tour will include the imposing City Palace, still
home to the Maharaja although several of the rooms are now open to the
public. Many antiques and artefacts belonging to the ruling family are
housed here, including a collection of weaponry. You will also visit the
Hawa Mahal "Palace of the Winds", and the open-air Jantar Mantar
Observatory to see the vast astronomical instruments. Enjoy a stroll through
the colourful bazaar before returning to your hotel. Overnight at hotel
Day 04 : Jaipur
Morning tour of the impressive
Amber Fort, situated on a ridge just outside Jaipur City. At the foot of the
hill you will mount your caparisoned
elephant for the slow but steady climb up to the main gate, making your
entrance in the time honoured fashion. The Fort, completed in the early 18th
century, took over 100 years to build and now, although deserted, offers a
fascinating insight into the lifestyle of the Moghul ruling families.
Afternoon at leisure for own activities. Overnight at hotel
Day 05 : Jaipur - Agra
Morning drive to Agra (221 km), en route visit Fatehpur Sikri. Fatehpur
Sikri the deserted, red sandstone city that was built by Emperor Akbar as
his capital and palace in the 16th century. Also visit the Bulund Darwaza
the largest gateway in the world. Continue drive to Agra and check into the
hotel.
Thereafter, sightseeing tour of Taj Mahal & Red Fort. Visit the famous
Taj Mahal -This most famous Moghul monument was constructed by Emperor Shah
Jahan in memory of his wife Mumtaz Mahal "the lady of the Taj". It
has been described as the most extravagant monument ever built for love, for
the emperor was heartbroken when Mumtaz died after 17 years of marriage,
during the birth of her 14th child.The central structure has four small
domes surrounding the huge, central dome. Above the tombs of Mumtaz Mahal
and Shah Jahan are false tombs, a common practice in Indian mausoleums. (Taj
Mahal is closed on Friday). Also visit Red Fort - lies on the bend of the
river Yamuna, almost in the heart of the town. It was built by Akbar as his
citadel over the years 1563-73 in the finest architectural style. It has
imposing gates and walls of red sandstone and a moat. Overnight at hotel.
Day 06 : Agra - Jhansi - Orchha
Morning transfer to the railway station for your train to Jhansi. Meeting
and assistance upon arrival and proceed to Orchha (18 kms) and check-in at
hotel.
Afternoon sightseeing tour of Orchha, overlooked by the modern era, this
beautiful medieval town, was once the capital of Bundela Kings.
Built along the banks of the river Betwa, flowing through a rugged country
century side, it still retains the captivating air of a bygone era. Amongst
the various imposing edifices, of particular interest are the Jehangiri
Mahal, built by Raja Bir Singh Deo to commemorate the visit of Moghul
Emperor Jehangir, the Raj Mahal and the Laxmi narayan temple, both noted for
their fine Frescoes and Mural paintings. Overnight at hotel
Day 07 : Orchha - Khajuraho
Morning drive to Khajuraho (150 kms) and upon arrival check-in at hotel.
The legendary temples of khajuraho are an incomparable experience.
Acknowledged as one of the world’s artistic wonders, these temples
dedicated to the Hindu pantheon of Gods are covered in carvings that are a
paean to life and love. Built within a short span of a hundred years by the
Chandela Rajputs, the 10th century temples lay forgotten until they were
discovered in the present century. Khajuraho has achieved fame for the
sensual appeal of its erotic sculptures. Later explore the Western and
Eastern temples of khajuraho while the guide explains the intricate meaning
and legends behind each describable sculpture Overnight at hotel
Day 08 : Khajuraho - Varanasi
Morning visit the Eastern group of temples which consists of 3 Hindu and 3
Jain temples, their proximity attests to the religious tolerance of the
times in general and of the Chandela rulers in particular.
Afternoon transfer to airport for flight to Varanasi. On arrival in
Varanasi, the guest will be met by our representative and proceed for
sightseeing tour of Sarnath. Sarnath ? 5 miles out of Varanasi ? one of the
holiest Buddhist sites in the world, where Buddha preached his first Sermon
in 590 B.C. Here you will witness the ruins of a once flourishing Buddhist
monastery and then visit a fine Museum which houses an excellent collection
of Buddhist art and sculptures found at the site. (Sarnath museum is closed
on Friday). Thereafter transfer to the hotel and check-in. Overnight at
hotel
Day 09 : Varanasi - Delhi
Early
morning boat ride on the sacred river Ganges to see the cremation Ghats and
witness the living traditions of one of the world's oldest and most
important religions. Visit some of the many Hindu temples that line the
river Ganges. Stroll along the narrow lanes and bazaars full of shops
selling, among other things, the world famous Benaras Silks. Afternoon
transfer to airport for flight to Delhi. Upon arrival in Delhi, the guests
will be met by our representative and transferred to the International
airport for your onward journey.
Day 10 : Delhi - Onward journey
transfer to the airport for the onward journey
