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Mahal has a structural
elegance and pristine beauty that has been rarely matched. Udaipur
has been always famous as the romantic city of
Rajasthan. Mumbai
(former Bombay) with its temples, cathedrals and mosques is a real
cosmopolitan city of India. Ajanta and Ellora caves have become
today an important land mark in the India tourist map. We invite you
to accompany us on this golden path to get to know India by visiting
Delhi, Jaipur, Fatehpur Sikri, Agra, Udaipur, Mumbai (former Bombay)
and Aurangabad.
Day 01. Flight to
India (Delhi)
Around
Midnight arrival in
Delhi. The cosmopolitan City and capital Delhi
is the main gateway for travelers. You are met by an Indo Vacations
representative and transferred to your Hotel.
Day 02. Old - New Delhi
This morning is at leisure. Afternoon sightseeing in Old Delhi. We
take a Rickshaw Ride parallel to the
Red Fort through the old city and
famous Silk Road and Silver Bazaar. Sightseeing of Old Delhi includes
"Rajghat", the site where
Mahatma Gandhi was cremated and
Jama Masjid, the
great mosque of old Delhi. Today we also visit the famous "Humayun
Tomb" which is the first substantial example of Mughal
architecture
in India. Before we proceed to the Hotel we have a drive through New
Delhi where we see the
India Gate, Government Buildings and Embassies.
Day 03. Delhi - Agra (about
200 km / 4 hours)
In
the morning we visit "Qutub Minar" which is 71 meter high and consists
of five stories. In 1199 work began on this tower which was intended
to be the most glorious tower of victory in the world. This tower
was damaged twice and repaired in 1326 and 1368. After the sightseeing
of Delhi we drive to
Agra. Arrival in Agra in the evening.
Day 04. Agra
We start today our sightseeing by a visit to the
Agra Fort, built
by three of the greatest Mughal emperors. The construction of this
massive structure began in 1565 under Akbar's reign and continued
till the time of his grandson's reign, Shah Jahan who built the impressive
imperial quarters and mosque. After the visit of Agra fort, we proceed
to visit the most beautiful monument of India, the
Taj Mahal, an enduring
monument to love, with a continually fulfilling beauty. It was built
by the Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan between 1631-52, as a tomb and memorial
to his beloved wife Mumtaz Mahal (Jewel of the Palace), who died at
the age of 39 giving birth to her 14th child. We spend enough time
at Taj Mahal to take this impressive memory home. After the visit
of Taj Mahal we have a look at the famous fine marble inlay work which
is still being done in Agra by the descendants of the families of
builders and artists of the Taj Mahal.
Day 05.
Agra - Fatehpur
Sikri - Jaipur
(about 220 km / 5-6 hours)
Today we leave Agra, drive through a series of fields, small towns
and villages in direction of
Jaipur. Enroute we make a stop and visit
Fatehpur Sikri, which was once an imperial capital frozen in time,
constructed by Akbar the Great in the 16th century. This wonderful
city constructed by red sand stones was abandoned as abruptly as it
had been built. It has been generally stated that it was due to
failing in the water supply. In the evening arrival in Jaipur.
Day 06. Jaipur
After breakfast we drive to the ancient capital of
Amber, laying 11 km. away from Jaipur. Amber was the ancient
capital of Kachhawaha dynasty for 6 centuries before it was moved to
newly created Jaipur. We will ascend to the Palace Fortress on the
back of an Elephant. Enroute to Amber we will visit the
Hawa Mahal (Palace of the Winds), built in 1799 AD, it contains
953 small casements with each having its own balcony. The windows
enabled cool air to circulate and the ladies to watch processions
below without being seen. In the afternoon we visit the City Palace
that is still the formal residence of the royal family, built in a
blend of the Rajasthani and Mughal architecture. In the museum of
the
City Palace we visit the private collection of the Jaipur
Maharajas. We continue to
Jantar Mantar, a stone observatory, and the largest of Jai
Singh's five remarkable observatories. Its complex instruments
reveal us the secrets of medieval Indian astronomy. Later we have a
walk through the colourful Bazaar of Jaipur and visit a factory to
see the famous block printing work being done since centuries in
Jaipur. In the evening we drive through the new city of Jaipur and
visit "Laxmi Narayan Mandir", a Hindu temple made out of white
marble. We might have an opportunity here to observe a prayer
ceremony. Today we have dinner with a presentation of Indian music
and dance.
Day 07.
Jaipur - Udaipur (by air)
In the morning flight to
Udaipur. After arrival in Udaipur
we have a short break and later start our
sightseeing with the visit of Sahelion-Ki-Bari. This Garden of the
Maids of Honour is well laid out with extensive lawns and shady
walks. After the visit of Garden of Maids we visit a Museum of folk
art. This museum has a rich collection of Folk dresses, ornaments,
puppets,
masks, dolls, folk musical instruments and paintings on display.
After a break we visit the
City palace, the biggest Palace in India, where
4 generations of Maharajas added their contribution, is so carefully
planned and integrated with the original buildings that it is difficult
to believe that it was not conceived as a whole. The museum of the
palace includes the beautiful peacock mosaic and miniature wall
paintings
of Indian mythology. Today we have an opportunity to visit a traditional
painting school and see the famous miniature paintings done. In the
evening we have a Boat ride on the lake Pichola. The famous
Lake Palace
of Udaipur was the summer residence of the former rulers. The James
bond Film Octopussy was shot here and made this palace more known
in the west.
Day 08. Udaipur - Mumbai (by
air)
In the morning flight to Mumbai. Mumbai
is the second biggest city
of India and is full of contrasts. Mumbai with its temples,
cathedrals and mosques is a real cosmopolitan city of India. In
Mumbai we have a walk through the harbor area and visit the Gateway
of India built in 1927 by the English to commemorate the visit of
George 5th from England. Our sightseeing in Mumbai includes the
Gandhi Museum and Hanging Garden.
Day 09. Mumbai -
Aurangabad (by air) - Ellora -
Aurangabad
Flight to Aurangabad. After a short break we start an excursion to
Ellora Caves. [7th - 10th century A.D.] The magnificent group of rock
temples of Ellora is a part of world heritage monuments. Ellora group
of temples represents the art and sculptures of
Buddhism, Hinduism
and Jainism - three dominant religions of
India.
Day 10. Aurangabad - Ajanta
- Aurangabad
After the breakfast we leave for Ajanta caves (around 100 km.) Of
the thirty monuments at Ajanta, four caves No 9,10,26 and 29 are sanctuaries
or Chaitya containing a Stupa at the centre of their apses. The rest
are monastic residences or Viharas. An Indian poet Kalidasa describes
these caves as the gem set of jewellery, rich furniture, imposing
architecture, natural scenery and fleeting expressions on the faces.
Day 11. Aurangabad - Mumbai
- Flight to Home
Today we fly from Aurangabad to Mumbai. From Mumbai further extensions
can be planned or flight back home.
Tour
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About Hotels:
We provide you the accommodation as per your budget mentioned above in the table of hotels category for any of the booked tour. Hotels provided by us are from budget to luxury class hotels. The criteria for selecting hotels by us remains the best value of your money. We also provide you wherever possible accommodation in heritage hotels. Heritage Hotels are old Palaces, Forts and Grand mansions of Maharajas which have been later renovated and converted into Hotels. Rooms are decorated all individually. Rooms are comfortable, romantic and present the flair of olden Maharaja
days.
Our
Services Include:
Accommodation in double rooms on twin sharing basis with bath and WC
in the chosen
category.
Rooms
on the departure day.
American/continental Breakfast.
Rickshaw
Drive in Delhi.
Elephant Ride in
Amber.
Boat Ride in Udaipur.
One
Dinner will be with a presentation of Indian music and dance in
Jaipur.
Services of qualified local guides (English speaking
or languages of your choice) at
every place of
sightseeing.
All
Transfers and departures on arrival and departure by Indo
Vacations
representative.
All Transfers and Sightseeing throughout the tour by an
air-conditioned Car with
driver. For groups an individual air-conditioned bus (Except
Standard Hotels) will be
provided.
Exclusions:
Any Kind of Personal Expenses such as Tips, Laundry, Telephone Bills
and Alcoholic
beverages.
Camera Fees (Still
or Movie).
Any Flight Charges.
Monument Entrances.
Unspecified Meals etc.
We always look forward for any changes in the itinerary as wished
by you for your individual trip.
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