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Highlights :
A Taste of India is literally a sampling of the cultural
history of a varied region which encompasses splendid Hindu,
Muslim and Buddhist architectural sights that are second to
none in the world. In the space of
fifteen days, grand
imperial monuments, hilltop palaces and fortresses,
stupendous medieval temples and a timeless sacred city are
visited. It is a fabulous introduction to India.
Day 01 Arrive Delhi
Arrive in Delhi, the capital city of India. After completing
formalities with customs and immigration, you will be
received by our representative with Traditional Indian
Welcome (with garlands).
Delhi is the capital of India since old times. Delhi's
history dates back to the first millenium BC, when it was
known as Indraprastha. The Tomar Rajputs built Lal Kot, the
core of the first of Delhi's seven cities. It is the
epicenter of the nation's politics, economy and culture.
History is alive and throbbing in Delhi, the capital of
India.
Afterwards transfer to your hotel for the overnight stay.
Day 02 In Delhi.
After breakfast you embark on your sightseeing trip of Delhi
City which would include the visit to Old Delhi.
Old Delhi : An ancient walled city. Here you would see the
Red Fort, the most opulent Fort and Palace of the Mughal
Empire, Rajghat the Samadhi of our Father of Nation, Jama
Masjid the largest mosque in India and Chandni Chowk the
bustling and colourful market of the old city.
New Delhi : The city designed and built by the British in
the 1920’s- a city of wide boulevards impressive Government
Buildings, green parks and gardens. First you will visit the
two monuments from the Delhi’s past Humayun’s Tomb and Qutab
Minar. Then your drive takes you along the ceremonial
avenue, Rajpath, past the Imposing India Gate and Parliament
House.
After completing the sightseeing return back to the Hotel
for Overnight.
Day 03 In Delhi.
After breakfast you embark on your sightseeing trip of Delhi
City which would include the visit to New Delhi
New Delhi : The city designed and built by the British in
the 1920’s- a city of wide boulevards impressive Government
Buildings, green parks and gardens. First you will visit the
two monuments from the Delhi’s past Humayun’s Tomb and Qutab
Minar. Then your drive takes you along the ceremonial
avenue, Rajpath, past the Imposing India Gate and Parliament
House.
After completing the sightseeing return back to the Hotel
for Overnight.
Day 04 Delhi – Varanasi ( Flight )
Depart by morning flight for Varanasi and transfer to Hotel.
Afternoon excursion to Sarnath where the Buddha gave his
first discourse over 2,500 years ago. See the remains of
ancient shrines and monasteries and visit the Archaeological
Museum containing impressive antiquities excavated in the
region. Then visit the Ganges riverbank at Varanasi to see
spellbinding evening ceremonies.
Overnight at hotel.
Day 05 Varanasi – Khajuraho ( Flight )
At dawn, a boat ride on the Ganges in this timeless
spiritual center. Sunrise is a sacred hour for Hindus; from
the boat see the dramatic view of spired temples rising
upward, and the devout congregating along the riverbank.
Depart by afternoon flight for Khajuraho and transfer to
Hotel.
Overnight at hotel.
Day 06 Khajuraho – Jhansi ( Approx 175 Kms/ 06 Hrs )
Jhansi – Agra ( Express Train )
In the morning visit the temples of Khajuraho. Built 500
years before the discovery of America, they are unrivaled
for the exuberant sculptures and carvings that cover every
inch of their gigantic facades. Gods, goddesses, dancers,
musicians, elephants, horses, camels, heavenly nymphs, and
scenes from daily life are depicted in extravagant detail as
well as the renowned "erotic" carvings. Khajuraho is a
startling combination of profound devotion and sensuality.
Depart in the afternoon by surface for Jhansi to connect
your train for Agra. On arrival in Agra you are received at
the railway station and Overnight at Hotel.
Overnight at hotel.
Day 07 In Agra
In the morning visit Mughal era monuments, built in the 16th
and 17th centuries: the garden-tomb of the Mughal emperor,
Akbar, at Sikandra; the gem like mausoleum of Itmad ud Daula
and Agra Fort, all exhibiting a wealth of Mughal inlay work
in stone. The afternoon is reserved entirely for the
incomparable Taj Mahal. White marble, red sandstone, inlay
of jasper, agate, lapis lazuli, carnelian, jade and
bloodstone combine in delicate design in a massive monument
of perfect proportions.Return to the hotel.Overnight at hotel.
Day 08 Agra - Jaipur Via Fatehpur Sikri ( Surface )
( Approx 270 Kms/ 06 Hours )
Drive today to Jaipur, with a visit en route, to Fatehpur
Sikri, built in the 16th century by the Mughal Emperor Akbar
as his imperial capital. Abandoned within a few years, it is
a city frozen in time. Its huge gatewa ys, palaces, pavilioned courtyards and ornately carved buildings in red
sandstone remain almost in a perfect state of preservation.
Proceed from here to Jaipur and check in at the Hotel.
Overnight at hotel.
Day 09 In Jaipur
Take a morning excursion to the hilltop Amber Fort. Ride
like royalty atop a decorated elephant to the palace
glittering with mirror and inlay work. In the afternoon,
sightseeing of old Jaipur - the rose-pink city built in the
1700s. Visit the City Palace where a maze of enclosures and
decorative courtyards enclose an excellent collection of
miniature paintings, rare manuscripts, antique carpets and
royal costumes; the 18th century Observatory, a collection
of surrealistic sculptures which can measure time within the
accuracy of two seconds; fanciful Palace of the Winds and
the surrounding market where Jaipur's craftsmen turn out
jewelry of gold and precious gems, inlay, silver,
semi-precious stone ornaments, and tie-dye, mirror
embroidery, bangles and much more.
Overnight at Hotel.
Day 10 Jaipur – Udaipur ( Flight )
Depart by morning flight to Udaipur and transfer to Hotel.
Afternoon sightseeing of this bastioned city of lakes and
palaces begins at the City Palace. Rising atop a hill on
Lake Pichola, this home of a Maharana is luminous with tile
and mirror inlay, mosaics, miniature p aintings and courtyard
gardens.
Overnight at Hotel.
Day 11 In Udaipur
The morning is free. Late afternoon, cruise on Lake Pichola
and visit romantic Jag Mandir Island.
Overnight at hotel.
Day 12 Udaipur - Mumbai – Aurangabad ( Flight )
Depart in the afternoon by air for Aurangabad via Mumbai and
transfer to hotel.
Rest of the day at leisure.
Overnight at hotel.
Day 13 Auarangabad
An excursion today to Ajanta. Dating from 2nd century B.C.
to 6th century A.D., Ajanta's man-made "caves" contain
massive sculpture and magnificent wall and ceiling paintings
depicting Buddhist legends and the life of the times.
Overnight at hotel.
Day 14 Aurangabad – Mumbai ( Flight )
Today drive to Ellora and see its amazing Hindu, Jain and
Buddhist shrines carved and sculpted from 6th to 9th century
A.D. Explore incredible Kailasa Temple where three million
cubic feet of rock was removed to create a monolithic shrine
of stupendous proportions. Depart in the evening by air for
Bombay and transfer to Hotel.
Day 15 In Mumbai
Sightseeing of this bustling seaport city and a boat ride
across the busy harbor to Elephanta Island to see some of
the finest stone carving in all of India dating to 6th
century A.D.
Overnight at hotel.
Day 16 Mumbai - Overseas
Very early in the morning transfer to the airport.
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