Day 01st: Arrive New Delhi
Welcome to India, You will be received by Forever Tour To India representative at international airport, we will be waiting for you, and by holding you play card in his hand. He will assist you to check in your hotel. In the Hotel you will have a brief description of your tour and the representative will hand over your documents regarding the tour. Overnight hotel in Delhi for relaxing.
Day 02nd: New Delhi & old Delhi After breakfast Driver pick up – City Tour visit Jama Masjid, Humayun Tomb, QutubMinar, Parliament House, Rajghat, India Gate, Lotus Temple, evening enjoy local market. Rickshaw Ride ( in local market ). Overnight stay at New Delhi.
Day 03rd: New Delhi to Varanasi (By flight) (10:50 – 12:10) Non – stop After breakfast drive to airport for fly to Varanasi. On arrival assist by driver and direct to hotel. After leisure rest join Ghats Aarti. Overnight at hotel.
Day 04th: Varanasi Early morning boat excursion on the river Ganges, a ferry pilgrimage from ghat to ghat. People bathe early in the morning to offer the prayers to the rising sun. Return back to hotel for breakfast and enjoy excursion tour to Sarnath. Sarnath, 10 km from Varanasi, where the Buddha preached his first sermon in the Deer Park, contains the most impressive remains, as well as a modem temple. Overnight at Hotel.
Day 05th: Varanasi to Khajuraho(By flight) (12:40 – 13:30) Non – stop After breakfast drive to the airport for your flight to Khajuraho. On arrival, you will be transferred to your hotel. Khajuraho is renowned for its erotic sculptures that adorn the many medieval Hindu and Jain temples. There are many interpretations of the risqué carvings, and your guide will provide you with more insight into these architectural marvels. In the afternoon, visit the Chandela Temples. Overnight Khajuraho.
Day 06th: Khajuraho to Orchha(170 KM 03:00 hours) After breakfast drive to Orchha. On arrival assist by thedriver and take leisure rest. After fresh n up visit Amar Mahal, ChaturbhujMandir, Ram Raja Mandir and Laxminarayan Temple. Overnight at hotel.
Day 07th: Orchha to Agra(230 KM, 04:00 Hours) After breakfast drive to Agra, on arrival check in hotel. After fresh n up visit the red fort (Agra fort) and sunset Tajmahal (the sign of love). Overnight at hotel.
Day 08th: Agra – Jaipur(240 KM 04:00 Hours) After breakfast visit sunrise Tajmahal and then drive to Jaipur, en-route visit Fatehpur Sikri. Continue to Jaipur. On arrival check in hotel and take rest. Evening walk around hotel. Overnight at hotel.
Day 09th: Jaipur After breakfast take a visit full day sightseeing include Amber Fort. Here at Amber, you’ll ascend till the gates of majestic Amber fort on elephant back.The fort displays a beautiful mix of Mughal and Rajput styles of architecture. Hawamahal (Palace of Winds). The beauty of Jaipur is that its unique architecture and town planning is visible at even the most common places such as its squares and lanes. City Palace, Jantar-MantarObservatory, Overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 10th& 11thFebruary: Jaipur toLakshmanSagar(230 Km, 03:30 Hours). After breakfast drive toLakshman SagarResort for relaxing.
Day 12th: Lakshman Sagar to Udaipur(205KM 03:10 Hours) After breakfast drive to Udaipur, on arrival check in hotel and take rest. Overnight at hotel.
Day 13th: Udaipur After breakfast enjoy the Boat ride in Lake Pichola. Visit the City Palace, Sahelion-ki-BariGardens, the Jagdish temple and the local Museum Overnight in Udaipur.
Day 14th: Udaipur –RohetGarh After breakfast drive to RohetGarh, en route visit Ranakpur. On arrival check in hotel and experience the ancient, modern and Royal Rajasthan. Overnight at hotel.
Day 15th:Rohetgarhto Jaisalmer(310 KM 05:20 Hours) After breakfast drive to Jaisalmer (Golden City). On arrival check in the desert camp and evening enjoy the camel ride and jeep safari. Overnight in desert camp. ( dinner with folk dance and cultural program).
Day 16th: Jaisalmer After breakfast visitthe magnificent fort, the Patwon Ki Haveli ( Mansion) and SalimSingh Ki Haveli, with their carved balconies and brackets which are supreme examples of the art. Overnight stay at hotel.
Day 17th: Jaisalmer to Jodhpur(290 Km, 04:15 Hours) After breakfast drive to Jodhpur. On arrival check in Hotel and relax. After rest visit Mehrangarhfort, Jaswanttharra& clock tower market evening visit Mandore Garden for leisure. Overnight at hotel.
Day 18th: Jodhpur to New Delhi flight(14:35 – 15:50 Non-Stop) After breakfast drive to airport for flight to New Delhi, on arrival assist by driver and overnight at hotel.
Day 19thNew Delhi – Home After breakfast (timely) transfer to airport for flight back to home with sweet and incredible memories.
Your tour includes:-
All arrival, departure, sightseeing’s as per above itinerary by air-conditioned car with English speaking driver.
Daily buffet breakfast.
Tour cost for double sharing room.
One double room.
Elephant ride at AmberFort
Boat ride at Udaipur.
Camel safari in Pushkar.
Mineral water entire the tour.
Camel safari and jeep safari in Osian (dinner with folk dance).
Guide service at all destination and monuments.
Internal flight (Jodhpur to New Delhi).17:50 – 19:00 non-stop
All applicable hotel & transport taxes.
Government services tax of 5.00%.
Your tour does not include:-
Any meals other than those specified.
Expenses of personal nature such as tips, telephone calls, laundry, liquor etc.
Day 1: Arrive Delhi
Welcome by Forever tour to India Representative at New Delhi Indira Gandhi Airport and transfer to hotel. Overnight stay in Delhi.
Day 2: Delhi/Mandawa (250 Kms)
Morning drive to Mandawa. Dep: Delhi/Mandawa By Car (with an English speaking Tourist Driver)
Arrive Mandawa and direct transfer to hotel. Mandawa was settled in the 18th century and was fortified by the dominant merchant families. Today it has some of the finest painted havelies in the region. Evening visit the town and some of its painted havelies. Mandawa houses a collection of armories, costumes of ancestors, canons from 1820, ancient coins, numismatic collection and many other interesting items preserved in a museum. The whole area of Shekhawati has beautiful frescoes, Haveli’s & mansions and is called the open-air gallery. Overnight in Mandawa.
Day 3: Mandawa – Bikaner (190 Kms)
Morning drive to Bikaner. Dep: Mandawa/Bikaner By Car (with an English speaking Tourist Driver)
Bikaner – popularly called the Camel country. The city is renowned for the best riding camels in the world. Afternoon visit Junagarh Fort – built in 1593 A.D. by Raja Rai Singh, a general in the army of Emperor Akbar, and Camel Breeding farm. Overnight stay in Bikaner.
Day 4: Bikaner – Jaisalmer (328 Kms)
Morning visit Deshnok’s Karni Mata Temple (32 kms): the famous 600 years old temple on the Jodhpur road dedicated to Karni Mata, an incarnation of Goddess Durga. The temple has huge intricately carved silver gates which were donated by Maharaja Ganga Singh. The most interesting thing about the temple are the rats who scamper freely within the sanctum sanctorum of the temple. They are regarded as sacred and are fed by priests and devotees owing to the belief that they will be reincarnated in the family of the goddess.
Continue drive to Jaisalmer. Dep: Bikaner/Jaisalmer By Car (with an English speaking Tourist Driver) Direct transfer to hotel. Rest of the day at leisure and Overnight in Jaisalmer.
Rajasthani Girl in Traditional Costumes in Jaisalmer
Day 5: Jaisalmer – Khuri (50 Km)
Morning Visit The Fort, Jain Temple and the old mansions known as “Haveli’s”. People still live in these ancient buildings dating from 12th to 15th century. Every house has exquisite carvings and filigreed work.
Later drive to Khuri and check-in Desert Resort. Evening enjoy Camel Safari and witness Golden Sunset. Return to Desert Resort, enjoy Gypsy Dances (live show) with cocktail and followed by dinner. Overnight stay in Desert Resort, Khuri.
Day 6: Khuri – Jodhpur (295 Kms)
Morning drive to Jodhpur. Dep: Jaisalmer/Jodhpur By Car (with an English speaking Tourist Driver).
En- route visit Osian – an oasis in the desert. (if time permits).
Direct transfer to hotel. Afternoon visit Mandore Gardens and local market in Old Jodhpur. Evening free. overnight in Jodhpur.
Day 7: Jodhpur – Ranakpur (160 Kms)
Morning visit Mehrangarh Fort – the 5 km long majestic fort on 125 m high hill is one of the most impressive and formidable structures, Jaswant Thada – a cluster of royal cenotaphs in white marble built in 1899 A.D. in memory of Maharaja Jaswant Singh II and Umaid Bhawan Palace.
Afternoon drive to Ranakpur. Dep: Jodhpur/Ranakpur By Car (with an English speaking Tourist Driver)
Ranakpur – renowned for some marvelously carved Jain Temples in amber stone. Direct transfer to hotel. Evening visit Temples and overnight stay in Ranakpur.
Day 8: Ranakpur – Udaipur (96 Kms)
Morning drive to Udaipur. En-route visit Kumbhalgarh Fort. Continue drive to Udaipur. Dep: Ranakpur/Udaipur By Car with an English speaking Tourist Driver)
Direct transfer to hotel. Later city tour of Udaipur. Visit City Palace, Jagdish Temple, Sahelion-ki-bari.
Overnight in Udaipur.
Day 9: Udaipur – Delhi Or Mumbai
Morning excursion trip to Eklingi & Nagda. Later transfer to airport to connect flight for Delhi. Dep: Udaipur/Delhi Assistance at Delhi airport and transfer to hotel. Evening free and overnight in Delhi OR Mumbai.
Day 10: Depart Delhi
Morning full day sightseeing tour of Delhi. Visit: Raj Ghat – the cremation sites of Mahatma Gandhi, Jama Masjid and Red Fort. Free time for Lunch.
Afternoon visit Qutub Minar (built by Qutub-ud-Din Aibek in 1199), Lotus Temple, Indira Gandhi Museum, India Gate (A memorial to the Indian soldiers killed in World War I), Also drive past President’s House, Parliament House, Government Secretariat Buildings and Connaught Place shopping center.
Late evening transfer to airport to connect flight for onward destination.
Your tour includes:-
All arrival, departure, sightseeing’s as per above itinerary by air-conditioned Luxury car with English speaking driver.
Daily buffet breakfast.
Indian sim card with a cell phone.
One double/ twin bed room.
Jaisalmer desert safari by jeep.
Boat ride at Udaipur.
Internal flight ( Udaipur to New Delhi )
Guide service at all destination and monuments.
All applicable hotel & transport taxes.
Government services tax of 5%.
Your tour does not include:-
Any meals other than those specified.
Expenses of personal nature such as tips, telephone calls, laundry, liquor etc.
As per your schedule and confirmation. Here is attached whole tour details. Please check all details and feel free to contact me regarding any issue.
Your flight tickets have been booked and your flights will be on 28th, landing on 29th in Delhi ( we will be discussing tour details in evening ), the tour will starts from 30th.
Welcome to India, You will be received by Forever Tour To India representative at the international airport, he will be waiting for you, by holding your name’s placard in his hand. He will assist you to check in your hotel. In the Hotel you will have a brief description of your tour and the representative will hand over your documents regarding the tour. Overnight at hotel.
Day 02: (30 Sept.) Delhi (guide)
After breakfast, drive to visit on a sightseeing tour of Old Delhi in the morning coveringJama Mosque, Mahatma Gandhi’s memorial Raj Ghat,Lotus Temple, Red Fort andNew Delhi covering Safdarjang’s Tomb, Qutub Minar, Humayun’s Tomb, India Gate. Overnight at hotel.
Day 03: ( 01 Oct.) Delhi to Agra ( 300 Km – 5:30 Hours ) (guide)
Tajmahal – One of the seven Wonders of the world
After breakfast drive to Agra, en route visit Sikandra. On arrival check in hotel and take leisure rest. After rest visit sunset Taj-mahal. Overnight stay at hotel.
Day 04: ( 02 Oct.) Agra to Jaipur ( 300 Km – 5:30 Hours ) After breakfast drive to visit Agra Fort and continue to Jaipur, en route visit Fatehpur
After Breakfast visit starts with Shri Govind Deo Temple. After that visit the City Palace Museum, which houses the private collection of Jaipur Maharajas. Thereafter, visit Jantar Mantar, an observatory made of stone and the largest of Jai Singh’s five remarkable observatories. After tour return back to the hotel. Overnight stay at the hotel in Jaipur.
Day 06: ( 04 Oct.) Jaipur (guide)
After Breakfast visit Amber Fort. En route visits the Hawa Mahal. The Amber Fort was
the ancient capital of Kachwaha dynasty before Jai Singh founded Jaipur. In the afternoon, take a walk through the colorful bazaar of Jaipur and visit a factory to witness the famous block-printing work. Block-printing is a specialty of Jaipur. In the evening, drive through the new city of Jaipur and visit Laxmi Narayan Mandir, a Hindu temple built with white marble. You will check in and have some time to relax before a sound and light show at the city’s Amber Fort. Overnight stay at the hotel in Jaipur.
Day 07: ( 05 Oct.) Jaipur (guide)
After Breakfast drive to visit Jaigarh Fortknown as the Cheel ka Teela (Hill of Eagles). The fort, rugged and similar in structural design to the Amber Fort, is also known as Victory Fort. It has a length of 3 kilometers (1.9 mi) along the north-south direction and a width of 1 kilometer (0.62 mi). The fort features a cannon named “Jaivana“,
which was manufactured in the fort precincts and was then the world’s largest cannon on wheels. The palace complex (Laxmi Vilas, Lalit Mandir, Vilas Mandir and Aram Mandir) located ), an armoury and a Jaipur Wax museum.Continue Sightseeing with Nahargarh fort – The Most happening Place of Jaipur. Post-visit, transfer to hotel and after freshen up, visit to Jal-Mahal ( Water Palace) for a photoshoot session and evening proceeds to have a Dinner in Chokhi Dhani – an ethnic village you will feel the village experience. Overnight stay at the hotel in Jaipur.
Day 08: ( 06 Oct.) Jaipur to Delhi to Home ( 300 Km – 5:30 Hours
After breakfast drive to Delhi Airport to board your flight with forever memories.
Your tour includes:-
All arrival, departure, sightseeing’s as per above itinerary by air-conditioned Luxury car with English speaking Driver.
Day 1: Arrive Delhi
On Arrival met at the airport and transfer to the hotel. Overnight stay at hotel.
Day 2: Delhi – Sawaimadhopur
Morning Transfer to the New Delhi Railway station time to catch train for Sawai Madhopur on arrival met at the station and transfer to Ranthambore national park. After Lunch, we will take you for a Jeep safari into the National Park. O/N stay at Hotel.
Day 4: Ranthambore National Park
Morning and evening game drive to the National Park.
Day 5: Ranthambore National park – Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary
Morning transfer to railway station time to Catch train for Bharatpur on arrival met at the station and transfer to the Hotel. Evening visits the Bird Sanctuary. O/N stay at hotel.
Day 6: Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary – Agra
After breakfast, early morning visit bird Sanctuary then drive to Agra visit Taj Mahal and Agra fort then transfer to the Agra railway station time to catch train for Umaria. O/N stay on Board.
Day 7: Umaria – Bandhavgarh National Park
Morning arrives Umaria on arrival met at the railway station and transfer to the National park after lunch Afternoon jeep safari to the national park. O/N stay at Hotel.
Day 8: Bandhavgarh National Park
Morning and evening jeep safari into the National Park.
Day 10: Bandhavgarh National park – Kanha National Park
Morning Game drive to the National Park in the afternoon drive to Kanha National park on arrival check in at hotel O/n Stay at Hotel.
Day 11: Kanha National park
Corbett National Park
Morning and evening jeep safari into the National Park.
Day 12: Kanha National park
Morning and evening jeep safari into the National Park.
Day 13: Kanha National Park – Nagpur – Delhi
Morning drive to Nagpur and transfer to domestic airport time to catch flight for Delhi on arrival met at the airport and transfer to the hotel. O/N at hotel.
Day 14: Delhi – Corbett National Park
Morning Drive to Corbett National Park on arrival check in at hotel. after lunch, we will take you for Jungle Safari into the National park. O/N stay at hotel.
Your tour includes:-
All arrival, departure, sightseeing’s as per above itinerary by air-conditioned Luxury car with English speaking driver.
Day 1: Cochin
Kerala Backwater Arrival Cochin Airport meet Forever Tour To India representative and transfer to the Hotel later proceeds for a city tour of Cochin. Cochin is also called as
“Queen of Arabian sea” and it is the commercial capital of Kerala state visit Dutch Palace, Jewish Synagogue, St.Francis Church, Bolghatty, Gunda and Willington Islands, Kerala History Museum, Hill Palace Museum, ParishathTaamburan Museum, Chinese Fishing Nets, Santacruz Cathedral (Basilica) etc evening 6pm proceed for a Kathakali show Kerala’s own classical dance and return back to hotel and over night stay at the hotel.
Day 2: Cochin – Munnar
After breakfast check out hotel and proceed to Munnar. Munnar is the nature lover’s paradise. Lies in between nature green &kannandevan hills. Panoramic views of low flying clouds & mist filled valley’s make it a pretty little heaven. With breathe taking climate. On the way visit water falls, Pothamedu (view of tea, coffee&cardamomplantation&breath taking hills&lush mountains) on arrival check in resort and rest of the day is free for your own activities and overnight at stay the Resort.
Day 3: Munnar
After morning breakfast proceed for a full day local tour of Munnar visit photo point, madupatty dam, echo point, shooting point, elephant view spot, top station view point and evening return back to resort and over night stay at the resort.
Day 4: Munnar – Periyar
After Morning breakfast Check out Munnar resort and drive to Periyar on arrival check in hotel Periyar is also called as Thekkady famous for the wildlife sanctuary offer’s beautiful & comfortable way to see god made creatures by boat on man made lake. It is natural habitat of elephant, bison, spotted dear, sambar, bear & variety of birds etc. Periyar is one of the worlds most fascinating wild life sanctuary evening proceed for boating in Periyar lake and Elephant riding and Over night stay at the hotel.
Day 5: Thekkedy – Kumarakom
Kumarakom Back water After Morning breakfast check out Hotel and drive to Kumarakom on arrival check in backwater resort and later proceed for a local tour of Kumarakom back water the jewels of Kerala and Kumarakom bird sanctuary evening return back to Backwater resort and over night stay at the resort.
Day 6: Kumarakom – Alleppey
Alleppey After breakfast transfer to house boat for a 24hrs Kerala back water cruise. House boat will directly come to Kumarakom back water resort to pick you up and then proceed towards Alleppey enjoy breakfast, lunch and dinner at house boat dinning and over night stay at house boat.
House Boat
Day 7: Alleppey – Kovalam
After breakfast check out house boat by the time the house boat will reach Alleppey board the cab and proceedKovalam on arrival check in beach resort and rest of the day is free to relax and to take auyrvedic massage and over night stay at Kovalam.
Day 8: Kovalam – Kanyakumari
After Morning breakfast proceeds for a 1 day excursion to KanyaKumari visit Kumari Amman temple, Vivekananda rock, Gandhi museum etc after sun set return back to Kovalam and over night stay at beach resort.
Day 9: Kovalam – Trivandrum
After Morning breakfast check out hotel and transfer to Trivandrum airport to board your flight to onward journey.
Your tour includes:-
All arrival, departure, sightseeing’s as per above itinerary by air conditioned Luxury car with English speaking driver.
New Delhi – Mandawa – Bikaner – Jodhpur – Luni – Udaipur – Ajmer – Jaipur – FatehpurSikri – Agra
Day 1: Arrive Delhi – Mandawa (263Kms/164Miles)
Arrive Delhi by flight at 09:15 hours. Delhi is the capital of India and the third largest city of India. Delhi and Mumbai are the main cities used for international travel. You can even call Delhi twin cities-Old Delhi and New Delhi. Old Delhi was the capital of India during the Muslim rule from the 12th to the 19th century. New Delhi was created later under the British imperial rule. But what a travel book cannot tell you is that Delhi is a kaleidoscope that promises everything for a tourist, historic sites, divine retreats, heritage, tourism, theme parks, museums, gardens, galleries, film festivals, great shopping and more. You will be met on arrival by our representative.
Wall-Art in Haveli at Mandawa
Welcome by fresh flower garlands at the airport. Leave straight from the airport for Mandawa by air-conditioned coach. En route you will make a stop at a Midway restaurant for Tea/Coffee etc. You can also use the wash room here. Mandawa. Spread over Jhunjhunu, Sikar and Churu districts in north western Rajasthan, Shekhawati region is known for its beautifully painted Haveli’s (merchant’s houses), found in nearly 20 towns and villages. Mandawa is one of them. Besides the cenotaphs, wells, forts and temples, the majority of frescoes are painted on the walls and gateways of Haveli’s. The Shekhawati paintings mainly consisted of red, green, yellow, brown, blue and mushroom colors. Mandawa was founded in the early 18 th century, and is dominated by a rugged fort (now a hotel). Lunch in the midway restaurant. Arrive Mandawa and check in at HOTEL MANDAWA CASTLE Later you will visit the town and its painted Haveli’s. Dinner and Overnight at the hotel.
Day 2: Mandawa – Bikaner (270 Km/169Miles)
Breakfast at the hotel. Leave Mandawa for Bikaner by air-conditioned coach or private A/C car. Bikaner was a bustling trade center in the yesteryears and figured on the caravan routes from Africa to Asia. The walled city of Bikaner stands on the northern tip of the desert triangle. It is situated on elevated ground, surrounded by a 7km long embattled high wall. Monuments here are chisled out of red and yellow sandstone and display some of the
Camel Breeding Farm Bikaner
finest characteristics of the Rajput civilisation. Bikaner boasts a spectacular fort and an old city dotted with Haveli’s, and colorful bazaars. Arrive Bikaner and check in at THE HERITAGE RESORT. This Afternoon you will be given the Sightseeing tour of Bikaner, with a visit to the 16th-century fort, a byzantine complex of palaces, pavilions, and temples connected by paved courtyards, narrow staircases, and terraces. You will also have the opportunity to visit the Camel breeding farm. Dinner and overnight at the hotel.
Day 3: Bikaner – Jodhpur – Luni (280 km/175Miles)
Breakfast at the hotel. After breakfast leave Bikaner for Luni. Enroute you will be given the city tour of Jodhpur (245 Kms from Bikaner) Lunch at one of the hotels in Jodhpur. The Jodhpur city has a history of battles and royalty as is highly evident by the huge Meherangarh fort overlooking the city. There are some old monuments to see here and you can make a stop before heading to other places in Rajasthan. Did you know that the famous baggy/tight riding trousers called Jodhpuris take their name from this city. The city which stands at the edge of the Thar desert, was founded by RaoJodha, a chief of the Rajput clan known as Rathores in 1459 City tour of Jodhpur – the largest city in Rajasthan after Jaipur, Jodhpur stands at the edge of the Thar Desert. It was founded by RaoJodha. Chief of the Rajput clan known as Rathores and the Rathore kingdom was once known as Marwar – the Land of Death. The tour includes Meherangarh Fort – one of the most impressive &
jaswant Thhara Jodhpur
formidable in the whole of fort-studded Rajasthan is situated on a high natural rock bluff and from which you can look down on the wonderful panorama of the bustling city below, JaswantThada – the Royal Cenotaphs.
The Jeeps will wait for you for a visit to Bisnoi Village. Visit the surrounding villages and witness their daily lifestyle of living. You will also be able to visit some of the houses and enjoy cup of tea / coffee with them. By the same Jeeps, you will proceed to Luni. The coach will reach Luni ahead of you. Luni – The village nestles in the shadow of the fort Chanwa walls. At night all is quiet in Luni village and the fort, with its huge gates and protective walls stands proud and strong under the spectacular canopy of stars. Peace spreads out across the desert past the near byLuni river bed and to the city of Jodhpur 35 kms away. Arrive Luni and check in at the HOTEL FORT CHANWA. Fort Chanwa of Luni is an exceptional example of Elegance and Symmetry in Indian architecture of the last century. The entire fortress is carved out of the famous red sandstone of Jodhpur and with its ornately carved lattice work friezes and intricate Jherokas it exquisitely captures the romance and grace of a bygone age. Dinner and overnight at the hotel.
Day 4: Luni – Udaipur (240 km/150Miles)
Breakfast at hotel. Later leave Luni for Udaipur by air-conditioned coach. Udaipur is the most romantic of all the Rajasthan cities and one of the most exotic places in Asia. The city’s palaces, havelis, temples sets it apart from the rest of the cities. It is also popular for its crafts, paintings and performing arts.
Ranakpur Jain Temple
The lake palace is the best example of the unique cultural explosion. Udaipur has rightly been called Venice of the east. You can see the city from the rooftop of palaces, the view is marvelous, it makes you forget the world. The smooth rolling hills that surround Udaipur are as overpowering as the city itself. Enroute visit Ranakpur temples. Cradled in a verdant valley in the valley in the Aravalli Hills, on the banks of the river Maghai, stands one of the five holiest places of the Jain faith, 15th century Ranakpur. Just 96 km from Udaipur, Ranakpur is renowned for its magnificent temples of dazzling white marble.
Pichhola Lake Udaipur
The four-temple complex, far away from any town or village, is completely in harmony with the ascetic ideology of Jainism. There are none of the irritants that abound near most pilgrimage centers: no jostling crowds, no congested bazaars, no aggressive vendors, no badgering guides, no beggars just peace and serenity that are very conducive to worship. Ranakpur temples: A visit to the famous Jain Temple, dating back to the 15th century. 200 pillars, none of which are alike, support its 29 halls. The Temple abounds with intricate friezes and sculptures. The tour also includes visits to two more Jain temples and the Temple of the Sun God with its erotic sculptures. Lunch at Maharani Bagh. After lunch continue your drive to Udaipur. Arrive Udaipur and check in at HOTEL PARAS MAHAL. Dinner and overnight at the hotel.
Day 5: Udaipur ( Also Known as Lake City )
Breakfast at the hotel. Morning, city tour of Udaipur – the romantic Lake City in Southern Rajasthan, famous for the stunning white marble Palace built on an island in the Lake Pichola. It was the former Palace of the Maharana and now converted to one of the most glamorous hotels in India. The tour will cover the magnificent City Palace, the Jagdish temple, the pleasure gardens and a drive around the other nearby lakes.
City Palace Udaipur
The magnificent City Palace, which is simply enormous – an assemblance of not one but four separate palaces covering some four acres of area and exceeding all other palaces for colossal grandeur. Here you will marvel at rooms with mirrored walls and ivory doors, colored glass windows and inlaid marble balconies; and the Peacock Courtyard. Lunch at the hotel. After lunch, continue your visit to Eklingji and Nagada temples. – Eklingji – The road from Udaipur to Eklingji is very beautiful. The undulating countryside, gentle hills and valleys carry the charm of the miniature paintings of this region. About thirty kilometers north of Udaipur is an ancient temple called Eklingji dedicated to Shiva. The temple was originally built by the founder of the Mewar family who came upon this site one day when he was herding his cattle. A holy sage he met there advised him to build this temple and the stone image, a linga of Shiva with four faces, became the patron deity of the royal family. Even today the Maharana worships here and he is considered the representative of Eklingji. The temple was rebuilt in the fourteenth century in granite and marble, and is still a celebrated pilgrimage site in Rajasthan (open alas to Hindus only). Nagada Temples – About four kilometers to the west of Eklingji are some interesting ruined eleventh century temples called Sas-Bahu (for some reason, the mother-in-law and the daughter-in-law temples) with exquisite stone carvings. Dinner and overnight at the hotel.
Day 6: Udaipur – Ajmer (275km / 172miles)
Breakfast at the hotel. Leave Udaipur for Ajmer by air-conditioned coach / private Car. Enroute visit Deogarh Palace. After early lunch at DeogarhMahal, proceed for Ajmer. Ajmer, is the most sacred of all Muslim places of pilgrimage in India. Ajmer is a green oasis on the shore of Ana Sagar Lake, hemmed in by barren hills. Historically, Ajmer has always had great strategic importance. It was founded in 7th century by AjaipalChauhan. He named it Ajaimeru the ‘invincible hill’. The city’s Muslim history began when PrithvirajChau-han lost Ajmer to Sultan Muhammad Ghori in 1193 A.D.
Khwaja Moinuddin Chishti Dargah Sharif
The Persian saint Khwaja Moinuddin Chishti who came with Muhammad Ghori from Persia in 1192 settled here. Thus the place where he was buried is today known as the Dargah Sharif. Construction of the shrine was completed by Humayun and the gates were added by the Nizam of Hyderabad. Later Shah Jahan constructed a mosque of white marble, it has 11 arches and a Persian inscription running the full length of the building. Arrive Ajmer and check in at HOTEL MANSINGH In the evening you will be given the city tour of Ajmer. Dinner and overnight at the hotel.
Day 7: Ajmer – Jaipur
Breakfast at the hotel. Leave for a visit to Pushkar. Pushkar is a mellow, serene and bewitching little town which attracts those in search of some respite from the tumult of India. Pushkar is right on the edge of the desert and is only 11 kms from Ajmer but separated from it by Nag Pahar, the snake mountain This traveler-friendly town clings to the side of the small Pushkar Lake with its many bathing ghats and temples. For Hindus, Puhskar is a very important pilgrimage centre and you’ll see plenty of Sadhus (individuals on a spiritual search). Pushkar boasts temples, though few are as ancient as you might expect at such an important pilgrimage site, since many were deserted by Aurangzeb and subsequently rebuilt. The most famous is the Brahma Temple, said to be one of the few temples in the world dedicated to this deity. It’s marked by red spire, and over the entrance gateway is the hans, or goose symbol, of Brahma, who is said to have personally chosen Pushkar as its site. Lunch at the hotel.
Brahma Temple Pushkar
Transfer to the railway station to connect train for Jaipur. (You can leave your luggage in the coach as the same coach will reach Jaipur to provide services from tomorrow. In Jaipur, upon your arrival by train, you will be provided transfer from railway station to the hotel. The coach will take about 4 hours to reach where as the train will reach in two hours. Hence please carry your hand luaage with important things which will be required for you before the coach arrives. Jaipur the `Pink City’ as it is popularly known, is the bustling capital of Rajasthan. ‘Pink city’ because most of the buildings are pink in colour in the old city. The city retains its old self, at the same time it is moving fast as a modern city. You can see extreme contrast on the streets of Jaipur. On one side you have cars, buses and motorbikes, on the other side you can see camel carts. On one side there are traditionally dressed men and women in their turbans and colorful long skirts and blouses. On the other hand you can see modernly dressed Indians and foreign tourists having a bite in their favorite American restaurants. Depart Ajmer by Shatabdi Express at 1550 hours. Arrive Jaipur at 1730hours. Meeting and assistance on arrival and transfer to hotel HOTEL HOLIDAY INN Dinner and overnight at the hotel.
Day 8: Jaipur ( Also known as Pink City )
Breakfast at the hotel. This morning you will be given an excursion to Amer Fort – At a short distance of 11 kms. from Jaipur, the Amer Fort complex stands amidst wooded hills overlooking the Delhi-Jaipur highway, with its forbidding ramparts reflected in the still waters of the Maota Lake below. At the foot of the hill you will mount your caparisoned elephant for the slow but steady climb up to the main gate. One of the finest examples of Rajput architecture, it was the ancient capital of the Kachhawah rulers. The original palace was built by Raja Man Singh and additions were made later by Sawai Jai Singh. Within the palace are the Diwan-e-Aam or the “Hall of Public Audience”, the Diwan-e-Khas or the “Hall of Private Audience” and the SukhNiws where a cool breeze blows across channels of water for the purpose of air-conditioning. Here are the private chambers of the queens with windows having latticed screens so that the ladies could watch the proceedings of the royal court inprivacy.
There is also the Jai Mandir or the “Temple of Vicotry”, with its famed Sheesh Mahal, the scintillating “Hall of Mirrors”. Return to the hotel for Lunch. Afternoon sightseeing tour of Jaipur city visiting City Palace, HawaMahal and JantarMantar (Observatory). The City Palace is now converted into a museum, except a small portion that is still used by the royal family of Jaipur. Built in the fortified campus style, the palace covers almost one-seventh part of the city. One of the major attractions in the museum is the portion that is devoted to the arms and ammunition used by the royal family in the past. Other important attractions are the Textile and Costume Museum, Art Gallery, Chandra Mahal, Mubarak Mahal, and Diwan-i-Khas and Diwan-i-Am. Drive past HawaMahal – Strange though it may seem, this most famous landmark of Jaipur is not actually a palace but a series of sandstone screens. This pink structure was constructed so that the ladies of the palace could watch the royal processions without being seen by any outsider. This sandstone edifice was named Palace of Winds after the many brass wind vanes that adorned it until 1960s. Also visit Observatory Dinner and overnight at the hotel.
Day 9: Jaipur – FatehpurSikri – Agra (225Kms / 6 Hrs)
Breakfast at the hotel. After breakfast we motor to Agra, with a visit en route to the ghost town of Fatehpur-Sikri, originally built by Mughal Empire Akbar but deserted due to lack of water. Continue your drive to Agra. Agra, the name brings to our mind superb monuments including the magnificent Taj which is one of the seven wonders of the world. Agra is the symbol of a bygone era. The era, when the Mughal ruled India. As a reminder of their glorious past they have left behind some beautiful monuments. The one and the only TajMahal, Agra Fort, Jehangir’s Palace. The list of the monuments is endless. If we could push these great monuments away from our minds, then Agra is just like any other city. Arrive Agra and check in at HOTEL HOLIDAY INN Lunch at the hotel. After lunch you will be given the city tour of Agra. Visit Agra Fort – Built by Emperor Akbar on the west bank of the river Yamuna and beautified with palaces and gardens by Jehangir, Agra Fort today dominates the centre of the city.
Agra Fort
The crescent-shaped fort with its 20-meter high, 2.4-km outer walls contains a maze of buildings that form a small city within a city. One can enter the fort only through the Amar Singh Gate. The public access is limited to the southern part of the fort which includes nearly all the buildings of tourist interest. The Diwan-i-Aam (hall of public audience) and Diwan-i-Khas (hall of private audience) were built by Shahjahan for receiving audiences. Jehangir’s palace built by Akbar was the largest private residence in the fort. Close to Diwan-i-Khas, stands an octagonal tower known as MusammanBurj. It was here that Shahjahan breathed his last after seven years of imprisonment. Other places to see within the fort include the KhasMahal, Sheesh Mahal (the mirror palace) and the AnguriBagh (the Grape Garden). Dinner and overnight at the hotel.
Day 10: Agra – Delhi (202Kms / 6 Hrs)
The very best is kept for this day! we visit the TajMahal, unquestionably one of the most beautiful buildings in the entire world, TajMahal (closed on Fridays) built in 1630 by the Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his deceased wife MumtazMahal to enshrine her mortal remains. The monument has been described as the most extravagant ever built for love, for the emperor was heart-broken when Mumtaz, to whom he had been married for 17 years, and who died in 1629 in childbirth soon after delivering her 14th child. Later. Return to the hotel for Breakfast. American Breakfast at the hotel. After Breakfast, you will leave Agra for Delhi by air conditioned coach. You will arrive at a Local restaurant in Delhi for Lunch. After lunch in the Restaurant proceed for the tour of Old and New Delhi.
Visit the former center of Mughal Power, Old Delhi offers ancient monuments, narrow streets and bustling bazaars. Visit the vast Red Fort, built in 1648, the Jama Masjid, the greatest mosque in India and completed in 1658 by Shah Jahan who also built the TajMahal, and the Raj Ghat, the simple memorial to Mahatma Gandhi. You will enjoy the Cycle Rickshaw Ride in the narrow lanes of ChandniChok. Later visit New Delhi – drive past the stately government buildings of the British Era designed by Lutyens, including the India Gate & the Presidential Palace. Continue onto the beautiful Humayuns tomb of the Mughal era & predecessor of the world famous TajMahal. End the tour at the towering minaret of QutabMinar. Check in at hotel. Dinner and overnight at the hotel.
Day 11: Depart Delhi
Breakfast at the hotel. Transfer to the airport in time to connect flight for your onward journey with sweet memories of cultural hub of north india’s – Rajasthan.
Your tour includes:-
All arrival, departure, sightseeing’s as per above itinerary by air conditioned Luxury car with English speaking driver.
Day 1: Delhi (Arrival) You will be arrived at Delhi airport and transferred to the hotel. The first day you will be exploring the historical walled city of Delhi. the sightseeing tour of Delhi will include the Qutub Minar, Humayun’s Tomb, India Gate, President House, Mahatma Gandhi Memorial, Red Fort, and Jama Masjid and Laxmi Narayan Temple.Overnight in your hotel.
Day 2: Delhi – Mandawa (by road 280 kms / 06 hrs) After breakfast drive to Mandawa.Upon arrival at Mandawa check-in your pre booked hotel. Mandawa is known as the heart of Shekhawati.The Fort of Mandawa was built in the year 1755 by Thakur Nawal Singh, the founder of the town.After freshen up proceed to local sightseeing which includes the Arched Gateway of the Fort Mandawa located in the very heart of Mandawa & a classic example of the famed Rajput style of architecture. It houses many beautiful paintings & frescoes that dazzle the eyes & now been converted into a heritage hotel, The Bindisar Newatia Haveli built in the year 1921 combines traditional frescoes of horses & elephants with those depicting a young boy using a phone plus opulent touring cars & the Wright Brothers’ plane, Chokhani Haveli, Gulab Rai Ladia Haveli built in the year 1870 that has some of the best murals in Shekhawati on both the exterior & interior walls with elephants & camels on its façade and the Saraf Haveli. Overnight stay in your hotel.
Day 3: Mandawa – Bikaner (by road 164 kms / 04 hrs) After breakfast proceeds for Bikaner, Bikaner is named after its founder Rao Bikaji in 1488. But long before this, the city was trade center on the caravan routes from Africa and West Asia. Bikaner’s dominant features are rippling sands and abundant sunshine. The city stands on an elevation, enclosed by a 7 Kms wall, which can be entered from 5 gates. Bikaner City is bolstered by imposing walls and has a 16th-century fort housing old palaces, temples and mosque. Founded by Raja Rai Singh the fort is distinguished by its long range of 37 pavilions, a line of balconies and aerial windows of varying designs. on arrival, Bikaner check- in the hotel then city tour of Bikaner visit-Junagarh Fort, Lalgarh Palace. Overnight stay at hotel.
Day 4: Bikaner – Jaisalmer (By road 333 kms / 06 hrs) After breakfast check-out and drive to Jaisalmer on arrival transfer to hotel. In the evening, visit the Rishabdevji Temple and the Sambhavnathji Temple.Overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 5: Jaisalmer After breakfast proceeds to full day city tour of Jaisalmer. Throbbing in the heart of the Thar, the burnished sandstone, is an intricately molded wonderland in place of a barren land, today stands a city of gilded magic. The origins of Jaisalmer go back to the 12th century when Rawal Jaisal abandoned his old fort at Ludarwa and laid the foundation of a new city. Visit the magnificent fort, the Patwon Ki Haveli ( Mansion) and Salim Singh Ki Haveli, with their carved balconies and brackets which are supreme examples of the art., Garisar lake, Manek Chowk and bada baugh afterward drive to Sam Sand dunes enjoy a camel ride, return to the hotel.Overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 6: Jaisalmer – Jodhpur ( By road 385 kms / 06 hrs) After breakfast check-out and drive to Jodhpur.On arrival at Jodhpur check in your pre booked hotel after short break proceeds for city sightseeing tour of Jodhpur. Jodhpur – the stronghold of the fierce Rathore clan, was founded in 1459 by Prince Jodha. Visit the Mehrangarh Fort, situated on a low sandstone hill. Within the fort, visit Moti Mahal and Phool Mahal. Also visit Jaswant Thada, an imposing marble cenotaph, built in memory of Maharaja Jaswant Singh II around 1899 and Umaid Public gardens. Over Night stay at hotel in Jodhpur.
Day 7: Jodhpur – Ranakpur ( By road 180 kms / 4 hrs) After breakfast, you proceed to your next destination Ranakpur. Ranakpur is famous for Jain Temples wich was built during the reign of the liberal and gifted Rajput monarch Rana Kumbha in the 15th century. The main temple is the Chaumukha Temple, or Four-Faced Temple, dedicated to Adinath, the first tirthankar (‘Jain Teacher’). Built in 1439, this huge, superbly crafted and well-kept marble temple has 29 halls supported by 14 pillars – no two are alike. Within the complex are two other Jain temples (dedicated to Neminath and Parasnath) and, a short distance away, a Sun Temple. Amba Mata Temple is 1 km from the main complex Upon arrival at Ranakpur, check-in at your pre-booked hotel. Freshen up and embark on a sightseeing trip of temples and Havelis of Ranakpur. After a captivating sightseeing experience of Ranakpur, and overnight stay at a hotel in Ranakpur.
Day 8: Ranakpur – Udaipur ( By road 90 kms / 02 hrs) After breakfast check-out and drive to Udaipur (City of Lake) Check-in into pre-booked your hotel, afterward embark on a sightseeing tour of Udaipur. The city is built in 1559 A.D. by Maharaja Udai Singh and has been described as the most romantic spot on the continent of India by Col. James Todd. Visit the City Palace, Jagdish Temple. Overnight stay at a hotel in Udaipur.
Day 9: Udaipur Morning city sightseeing tour of Udaipur. Visit, Sahelion Ki Bari (Queen’s resort for their friends) Bhartiya Lok Kala Mandir (Folk art museum) and the Pratap Memorial. Rest of the day at leisure. Overnight stay at a hotel in Udaipur.
Day 10: Udaipur – Chittorgarh ( By road 122 kms / 03 hrs) After breakfast morning drive to Chittorgarh. This is Capital city of Rajasthan. Famous for Forts and Mahal The indomitable pride of Chittaur, the fort is a massive structure with many gateways built by the later Maurya rulers in 7th century A.D. Perched on a height of 180 m. high hill, it sprawls over 700 acres. After freshen uptake sightseeing which includes – Vijay Stambh (Victory Tower), Kirti Stambh (Tower of Fame), Rana Kumbha’s Palace, Meerabai Temple, Padmini’s Palace, Government Museum, Kumbha Shyam Temple, Kalika Mata Temple, Jaimal and Patta Palaces. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 11: Chittorgarh – Bundi ( By road 170 kms / 04 hrs) After breakfast check-out and proceed to Bundi On arrival at Bundi transfer to your pre booked hotel. The small, rustic town Bundi known for its palaces, forts, baolis (step wells) and water tanks. The monuments and their architecture reflect the splendor of the local Rajput chiefs.Bundi came under the Chauhan rulers in the 12th century. The descendent’s of the Chauhans set up their center at Bundi and ruled from here. Bundi got its name from Bunda, one of its former rulers. Bundi sightseeing includes – Taragarh fort, Sukh Mahal, Phool Sagar Palace, Chitrasala, Hathi Shala, Rani Ji ki baoli, 32 pillars cenotaph, Shikar Burj, Jai Sagar Lake, and Nawal Sagar. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 12: Bundi – Pushkar ( By Road 161 kms / 02 hrs) After an early morning breakfast drive to enchanting city of Pushkar. This is a wonderful tourist destination to explore and enjoy the rustic charm of Rajasthan. This place is also known for its Brahma Temple that is believed to be one of the few temples dedicated to Lord Brahma in the country. Brahma Temple said to be one of the few temples in the world dedicated to this deity. It’s marked by red spire, and over the entrance gateway is the hans, or goose symbol, of Brahma, who is said to have personally chosen Pushkar as its site.few are as ancient as you might expect at such an important pilgrimage site since many were deserted by Aurangzeb and subsequently rebuilt. You can concentrate upon the ghats of Pushkar and also visit all the three sacred lakes of Pushkar. This lake is a beautiful spot to be in harmony with your mind and soul.
Every November, the sleepy little township of Pushkar comes alive with a riot of colors and a frenzied burst of activity. The occasion: Pushkar Fair. Very few, if at all any, fairs in the world can match the liveliness of Pushkar. Most people associate the Pushkar Fair with the world’s largest camel fair. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 13: Pushkar – Jaipur (By road 132 kms / 03 hrs) After breakfast drive to Jaipur on the way visit Khwaja Dargah at Ajmer. On arrival, Jaipur transfer to your pre booked hotel at Jaipur after freshen-up take visits Jaipur local sightseeing Nahargarh, Jaigarh, Birla Temple. In the evening enjoy local market and dinner at Chokhi Dhani (an ethnic village resort) where you will have an idea of the village life of Rajasthan here you will also enjoy various traditional Rajasthani dances, puppet show and various other interesting activities (Optional). Overnight in your hotel.
Day 14: Jaipur After breakfast takes a visit full day sightseeing include Amber Fort. Here at Amber, you’ll ascend till the gates of majestic Amber fort on elephant back (This is optional on direct payment basis). The fort displays a beautiful mix of Mughal and Rajput styles of architecture. Hawa Mahal (Palace of Winds). The beauty of Jaipur is that its unique architecture and town planning is visible at even the most common places such as its squares and lanes. City Palace, Jantar Mantar observatory, Overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 15: Jaipur – Ranthambore (By road 180 kms / 04 hrs) After breakfast check-out and proceed to Ranthambore.Check-in into your pre booked hotel. After lunch, you take an afternoon drive into Ranthambore National Park by Canter.
Ranthambore National Park is in Sawai Madhopur District of Rajasthan state. Located at the junction of the Aravalli & Vindhya hill range, Ranthambore-famous for the wildlife sanctuary which is said to have the India’s friendliest Tigers and also considered to be the best place in the world to photograph the tiger in its natural habitat, The park covers an area of Approximately 400 sq. Sanctuary establishes in the year 1955 by the Indian Government & was declared as Project Tiger reserves in the year 1973. It became National Park in the year 1980 & later in the year 1991 the tiger reserve was enlarged to include Sawai Man Singh & Keladevi sanctuaries, total area 1334 km.Major wild animals found in the national park include the tiger, leopard, Nilgai, dholes, Wild pig, Sambar, Chital & the gaur. It is also home to wide variety of trees, plants, birds & reptiles.Overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 16: Ranthambore Early morning visit to Ranthambore National Park by Canter. Return for breakfast and spend the rest of the morning at leisure. There is time to relax and enjoy the facilities of your hotel, maybe take a dip in the pool for a break from the heat of the day. After lunch Afternoon drive to Ranthambore National Park by Canter. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 17: Ranthambore – Agra via Fatehpur Sikri (By road 280 kms / 06 hrs) After breakfast drive to Agra. The city of Mughals offers you an opportunity to explore the massive monuments, majestic buildings, and the popular arts and crafts. The architectural splendor of the mausoleums, the fort, and the palaces is a vivid remainder of the mausoleums. You will be check in your pre booked hotel and visit to visit the Sikandra – Mughal Emperor Akbar’s Mausoleum, Also visit the Agra fort – the rusty and majestic red-sandstone fort of Agra stands on the banks of the river Yamuna and the construction was started by Emperor Akbar in 1566. The crescent-shaped fort with its 20-meter high, 2.4-km outer walls contains a maze of buildings that form a small city within a city and Tomb of Itmad-ud-Daulah.Overnight stay in Hotel.
Day 18: Agra – Delhi (By road 180 kms / 04 hrs) [ Departure] After breakfast visit the magnificent Taj Mahal (Taj Mahal remains closed on Friday) a poem in white marble – one of the seven wonders of the world which built by Shah Jahan in memory of his beloved wife Mumtaj Mahal, The Taj Mahal constructed by 20,000 men labored for over 17 years, Taj Mahal symbolize the richness of art and architecture of the Mughal period.
Check-out and drive to Delhi airport to board the flight back to your home with forever sweet memories, a bundle of souvenirs and an address book full of friends. (The Tour Ends).
Your tour includes:-
All arrival, departure, sightseeing’s as per above itinerary by air-conditioned Luxury car with English speaking driver.
Daily buffet breakfast.
Indian Sim card with a cell phone.
One double/ twin bedroom.
Elephant ride at Amber fort.
Boat ride at Udaipur.
Desert jeep safari in Jaisalmer.
Tiger safari in Ranthambhore.
Guide service at all destination and monuments.
All applicable hotel & transport taxes.
Government services tax of 5%.
Your tour does not include:-
Any meals other than those specified.
Expenses of personal nature such as tips, telephone calls, laundry, liquor etc.
Day 01st: Arrive New Delhi
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