Day 1: Arrive Delhi
Namaste and welcome to the land of incredible India! Upon arrival at the Delhi International Airport, you will be warmly greeted by one of our representatives. You will then be transferred to the hotel to refresh and relax.
India is completely different from any other country with its div erse mix of people, climate, scenery, religions, and cultural influences. In order to enjoy your tour to the maximum, please go with an open mind and perhaps without drawing comparisons with any other destination or culture.
Day 2: Delhi
After a delicious breakfast proceed for a visit to Old Delhi buzzing with energy and colour, the hustle and bustle of packed bazaars, narrow lanes with tall leaning houses while you embrace the sounds and aromas of the Indian sub-continent. Take a rickshaw ride through these narrow lanes and feel your sense s come alive in this amazing walled city. Visit the Jama Masjid, the great mosque of Old Delhi and the largest in India, with a courtyard capable of holding 25,000 devotees. Also drive around the India Gate and the stately buildings to witness the modern-day grandeur of Delhi. Afternoon, continue your experience of Delhi with a visit to Humayun’s tomb, the first garden-tomb in the Indian subcontinent and the inspiration for several monuments including the Taj Mahal. Also visit the Qutub Minar, one of the finest Islamic structures ever raised in India. Spend evening at leisure.
Day 3: Delhi – Jaipur
This morning, we will leave Delhi and proceed to Jaipur, the capital of Rajasthan and also called the pink city. Upon arrival, our representative will assist you with check-in to the hotel for you to refresh and relax.
Day 4: Jaipur
After a scrumptious breakfast, we will visit the Amber Fort, one of the most fascinating of the Indian forts comprising the Palace of Mirrors, Hall of Public Audience, the beautiful gardens, all of which give a glimpse into the majesty of days gone by. Later, visit the City Palace who’s several courtyards and gardens provide wonderful contrast to its many palatial structures including Mubarak Mahal, Chandra Mahal, Badal Mahal and the Sri Govind Dev temple. The huge silver water vessels displayed at the Diwan-e-Khas recorded in the Guinness Book as the largest in the world are a must see. Next visit Jantar Mantar- the Observatory. It incorporates multiple buildings of unique geometrical forms, each with a specialized function for astronomical measurement.
Day 5: Jaipur – Agra
Today we take a leisurely drive as we travel to Agra. En-route visit Fatehpur Sikri which was the political capital of India’s Mughal Empire under Akbar’s reign from 1571 till 1585 and regarded as the crowning glory of his architectural legacy. Next proceed to Agra. On arrival you will be met by our representative and be assisted for check in at the hotel.
Day 6: Agra
We start early in the morning to visit Taj Mahal to view the glowing light of sun over its opaque white dome. Visit the beautiful monument, Taj Mahal built by Mughal emperor Shah Jahan in 1560, in loving memory of his queen Mumtaz Mahal to enshrine her mortal remains. Upon return back to the hotel and enjoy your breakfast. Late morning, we will continue with sightseeing visiting Agra Fort and several of its palaces, that is built by the four generations of the Mughal dynasty. The glory of the Mughal rule in India is apparent in the rich architecture and intricate work visible at the fort. Spend rest of the day at leisure.
Day 7: Agra – Jhansi (Train)– Khajuraho
After a very early breakfast, proceed to Agra railway station to board Shatabdi Express for Jhansi. On arrival you will be met by representative and be assisted for private road transfer to Orchha (about 01-hour drive). Visit Orchha fort which has three impressive palaces placed in an open quadrangle: the Jehangir Mahal (built to mark Emperor Jehangir’s visit to the city); the Raj Mahal; and the Rai Praveen Mahal, built for the famous musician-poetess paramour of King Indramani. Afternoon we will proceed for road transfer to Khajuraho. On arrival you will be met by our representative and be assisted for check in at the hotel.
Day 8: Khajuraho
This morning proceeds with a combined tour of Eastern & Western group of temples. Of the 86 temples, built during the reign of the Chandela Kings between 950BC and 1050 BC, only about 20 temples remain. These temples fall into three distinct groups and belong to two different religions – Hinduism and Jainism. They strike a perfect balance between architecture and sculpture. Upon completion, head back to the hotel and spend the rest of the day at leisure.
Day 9: Khajuraho – Varanasi
Later in morning, we proceed to Khajuraho airport to board a flight for Varanasi, the holiest city for the Hindus. On arrival, check in at the hotel and spend at leisure. Evening we will visit the Mother India Temple, a unique temple dedicated to Mother India carved with a single piece of marble. Later proceed to the parking area from where we take you on Rickshaws to the ghats to witness the Aarti Ceremony (Hindu ritual /prayer of river Ganges at Sunset). You will be passing through the crowded bazaars and small shops illuminated with lights followed by a short boat ride on Ganges. Here you will witness the Aarti ceremony amidst jingling of bells, floating of diyas (traditional lamps) and chanting of mantras giving you an unforgettable life time experience.
Day 10: Varanasi – Delhi
Early morning proceeds for boat ride at river Ganges. A boat ride from the Dasaswamedh Ghat along the Ghats gives you vantage views of these activities. At dawn-the Ghats are a buzz with activity of the devotees performing their cleansing in the river or offering prayers to the rising sun and performing various religious rituals. After the boat cruise on the Ganges, walk through the narrow lanes of city visiting various temples. We next proceed for a visit to Sarnath, which bears testimony to its great past where lord Buddha delivered his first sermon clarifying the principals of Buddhism. Visit the art collection at the Archaeological Museum (closed on Fridays). Afternoon proceed to airport to board flight for Delhi. Upon arrival at Delhi, you will be met by our representative and transferred to the hotel for your last night.
Day 11: Delhi – Airport
It’s time to say good bye and leave the capital city of Delhi. We hope you enjoyed the stay in incredible India and look forward to welcome you back for many more adventures!
ACCOMMODATION CHART
Cost:
DISCOUNTED AIRFARE – SUBJECT TO CHANGE AT THE TIME OF ISSUANCE
COST INCLUDES:
- Welcome with Garlands on arrival.
- Meeting and assistance on arrival and departure by office representative.
- Transportation by air-conditioned vehicle as per program with experienced English-Speaking Chauffer.
2 Pax (Toyota Crysta)
4 Pax (Toyota Crysta)
8 Pax (Force Urbania)
12 Pax (15 Seater Mini Coach)
15 Pax (18 Seater Mini Coach)
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- Accommodation on Double sharing on Full Board Basis as per program.
- Services of English-speaking local guides during the sightseeing tours as per program.
- Entrances as per program.
- Rickshaw Ride in Delhi.
- Rickshaw Ride in Jaipur.
- Elephant Ride or Jeep for Amber Fort (to & fro).
- Boat Cruise in Varanasi.
- 1 Mineral Water Bottle Per Day.
- All Government Taxes are included.
COST DOES NOT INCLUDES:
- Air-fare & Train fare (Quoted Separately).
- Single Supplement.
- Expenses of personal nature viz. telephone calls, table drinks, laundry, tip etc.
- Any other services/expenses not mentioned above.
OPERATIONAL RESTRICTIONS:
- AGRA – TAJ MAHAL CLOSED ON FRIDAYS.
- ELEPHANT RIDE IS SUBJECT TO AVAILABITY.
PAYMENT TERMS:
- A deposit of 50% of the total price of the trip is to be paid by bank transfer at the time of booking.
- The balance payment 50% must be paid at least 45 days before arrival of the group.
- Bank charges related to the payment are the responsibility of the customers.
TERMS OF CANCELLATION:
- US$ 100 per person for cancellation made at least 60 days before departure.
- 25% of the total price for cancellations made between 35-60 days before departure.
- 50% of the total price for cancellations made between 25-34 days before departure.
- 75% of the total price for cancellations made between 16-24 days before departure.
- 100% of the total price for cancellations made less than 15 days before departure.
TIPS:
- Tips are not mandatory; this is depending on your own appreciation.
IMPORTANT:
- Check-in / check-out time at all hotels: 14h00/12h00.
- Rates are based on the hotels mentioned in this proposal, subject to availability upon booking.
- Rates are communicated subject to the rates known to date (subject to increase in government taxes and entry to monuments without notice).
- We are not responsible of any delay, change or other in the itinerary due to weather conditions, political or local strikes, and flight cancellation of unforeseen circumstances. Additional expenses will be levied.
