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India First Timer Tour
Duration: 21 Days
Destination: Delhi - Varanasi - Khajurao - Agra - Jaipur - Samode - Jodhpur - Ranakpur - Udaipur - Bombay - Aurangabad - Ajanta - Bombay
DAY 01 : ARRIVE DELHI
Meeting and Assistance at the airport and transfer to hotel.
Afternoon enjoy combined city tour of Old & New Delhi visiting the famous Red Fort surrounded by shops, and bazaars (built by the Emperor Shah Jehan - the builder of Taj Mahal), the Jama Masjid mosque, Chandni Chowk (Old Delhi's business nerve center), the hustle-bustle of everyday Indian life all around you and chattering voices. Parliament Building and the Rashtrapati Bhawan (the official residence of the President of India. Entrances to Monuments and Guide are not included (only car with Good Driver). Overnight at hotel.
DAY 02 : DELHI-VARANASI(FLY)
Breakfast at Hotel and transfer to airport to board flight for Varanasi.
Arrive Varanasi - This ancient city finds mention in holy scriptures like the 'Vamana Purana', Buddhist scriptures and the epic Mahabharata. For centuries, Varanasi has been a centre of education, religion, art and culture.
Upon arrival meeting and assistance followed by transfer to Hotel. Afternoon visit Sarnath, where Lord Buddha preached his first sermon after enlightenment. Here he revealed the eight fold path, the Buddhist Doctrine. And also here, at some distance, are centres of Buddhist pilgrimage such as Patna, Gaya and Bodhgaya. Overnight stay at hotel.
DAY 03 : VARANASI
Early morning boat excursion on the holy river Ganges to see the Bathing Ghats and cremation site. Watching people bathing and worship-ping at the ghats is one of the most extraordinary experiences of a visit to India. Later visit the Bharat Mata Temple, Durga temple, Tulsi Manas mandir, Banaras Hindu University which has an art gallery. Overnight stay at hotel.
DAY 04: VARANASI - KHAJURAO(FLY)
Breakfast at Hotel and transfer to Airport in time to connect afternoon flight to Khajuraho.
Meeting and assistance at Airport and transfer to Hotel. Khajuraho, India's most visited monument after the Taj, is a collection of fascinating temples. The divine sculptures in these temples are a tribute to life itself, embodying everything that is sublime and spontaneous.
O/night Hotel
DAY 05: KHAJURAO
Visit the world famous Khajuraho temples built by the Chandela kings between 950 A.D. and 1050 A.D. The erotic sculptures on the exterior of temples here have always been the cause of curiosity. The Khajuraho temples were built in the short span of a hundred years, from 950-1050 AD in a truly inspired burst of creativity. The whole area was enclosed by a wall with eight gates, each flanked by two golden palm trees. There were originally over 80 temples, of which only 22 now stand in a reasonable state of preservation, scattered over an area of about eight square miles. Overnight at hotel.
DAY 06 : KHAJURAO-AGRA
Transfer to airport to board flight for Agra. On arrival transfer to hotel. Overnight at hotel.
DAY 07 : AGRA
Breakfast at Hotel and proceed for the City tour.
Visit Taj Mahal- truly is one of the wonders of the world. The Taj Mahal is a monument of love built by the Mughal Emperor Shahjehan in 1630 for his Queen Mumtaz Mahal to enshrine her mortal remains. For twenty two years 20,000 men labored day and night to build this masterpiece which has held the world awe struck ever since. & Agra Fort - Shah Jehan was imprisoned by his son in the magnificent fort at Agra.
Also visit Red Fort or Agra Fort - built in Red Sandstone by Emperor Akbar.Overnight stay hotel.
DAY 08 : AGRA-FATEHPUR SIKRI-JAIPUR
Morning breakfast at the hotel and drive to Jaipur. Enroute visiting Fatehpur Sikri .
Upon arrival checkin at hotel. Overnight stay at hotel.
DAY 09 : JAIPUR
Breakfast at hotel and proceed for the city tour.
Morning excursion to Amber fort, enjoy elepant ride over there. Amber, built by Man Singh, embodies the Rajput belief that the fort symbolises the strength of the King. Its commanding view, sheer walls and rock face, and the curved route that leads to the palaces within, all point to concern with security and defence.
Afternoon depart for city sightseeing. Jaipur is blessed with a wealth of wonders. Here you will see the Hawa Mahal (Palace of Winds) with its incredible facade of balconies and pierced screens, the Jantar Mantar (the Observatory), and the Maharaja's City Palace. Jaipur is a city of pink, and you will be enchanted by the light playing upon the buildings, creating shadows and highlighting every nuance of the architecture. Overnight stay at hotel.
DAY 10: JAIPUR-SAMODE
Morning drive to Samode - on a former caravan route, the village nestles within its old walls, in the dry rugged hills of the northern Aravallis. The local artisans produce printed cloth and glass bangles. Samode Fort, the Maharaja's former residence can be reached by 300 steps that have replaced the old stone zig-zag path.
Arrive & check-in at Hotel. O/night
DAY 11 : SAMODE
Morning breakfast at the hotel. Full day free to enjoy. Overnight at hotel.
DAY 12 : SAMODE-JODHPUR
Breakfast at the hotel and drive to Jodhpur- the genius of ancient craftsmen comes to life in the exquisite palaces, forts, temples and havelis, or homes, which stand testimony to the imperial grandeur of the erstwhile rulers of the state. The most alluring part of Jodhpur is the traditional lifestyle and festivity, and the smiling people of this former princely state. On arrival transfer to hotel..On arrival check-in at hotel. Visit Mehrangarh Fort - most impressive fort in Whole Rajasthan and Jaswant Thada Museum. Overnight stay at hotel.
DAY 13 : JODHPUR-RANAKPUR-UDAIPUR
Morning after breakfast drive to Udaipur - referred as a Lake city, situated in the vally of Aravalis andon the banks of the Shimmering Lake Pichola.
Enroute visit Ranakpur- It is situated about 98 Kms from Udaipur in Aravalli hills.This 15th century temple is the centre of Jain community . The central temple is called the Chaumukha. It's 29 marble hall are supported by 1444 pillars.
On arrival checkin at hotel. Overnight stay at hotel.
DAY 14 : UDAIPUR
Morning breakfast at the hotel and proceed for the City tour.
Here visit City Palace museum built in 1725, and has various palaces inside such as Dilkush Mahal, Sheesh Mahal, Moti Mahal, the Palace of Krishna , Jagdish temple etc. Evening enjoy boating on Lake Pichola. Overnight stay at hotel
DAY 15`: UDAIPUR
Breakfast at the hotel. Full day free for independent activities. Overnight stay at hotel.
DAY 16 : UDAIPUR-BOMBAY-AURANGABAD
Transfer to airport to board flight for Aurangabad via Bombay. On arrival transfer to hotel for overnight stay.
Aurangabad has traces of settlements dating to the stone age and the remains of the cities of several dynasties. Although, having absorbed each culture, it is a fascinating amalgamation, the city carries a distinct Muslim aura.
DAY 17 : AURANGABAD-ELLORA-AURANGABAD
Visit Ellora Caves - The world Heritage site is one of the finest example of rock cut caves. Lord Shiva sculpted on the rocks - the largest monolith in the world is said to have taken 7,000 labourers, working in continuous shifts. These structures represent the three faiths of Hinduism, Buddhism and Jainism. Overnight at hotel.
DAY 18 : AURANGABAD-AJANTA-AURANGABAD
Visit Ajanta Caves. Beautiful frescos, wall paintings and vivid sculptures at Ajanta reflects the peak of ancient Indian art and architecture. Overnight stay at hotel.
DAY 19 : AURANGABAD-BOMBAY
Transfer to Train station to connect train for Bombay or Mumbai, a cluster of seven islands, derives its name from Mumbadevi, the patron goddess of the Koli fisher folk, its oldest inhabitants.
On arrival transfer and check-in at hotel for overnight stay.
DAY 20 : BOMBAY
Breakfast at Hotel and take an excursion to Elephanta Caves. A ferry ride across the harbour takes you to these eight century rock-cut caves hewn out of the hills and sculpted intricately.
Afternoon proceed for the half day city tour visiting Gateway of India, Mani Bhawan (where Mahatma Gandhi used to stay) etc. Also drive past colourful Crawford market and marine lines. Afternoon free for independent activities. Overnight stay at hotel.
DAY 21 : BOMBAY
Transfer to airport to board flight back home.
