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Highlights :
A detailed tour visiting the greatest spiritual and
religious centers of ancient India. The ideal tour for the
great Indian Diaspora: families who left India long ago,
whose children grew up in other countries, who want to
revive their emotional, cultural and religious roots with
their mother - land. The cities included in the tour
ref lects the rhythm of Indian custom, traditions & religion
at its peaceful vibrations through relaxed understanding
visit.
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 and New
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 Delhi - Rishikesh By Road ( Approx 225 Kms – 05
Hours )
Breakfast in the hotel. Afterwards drive to Rishikesh.
Rishikesh : According to mythology, the sage Raibhya Rishi
sat on the banks of the Ganga and performed severe penance.
He was rewarded when the lord appeared in the form of
Rishikesh, thus giving the place its present name. Over the
ages, saints have meditated at this peaceful spot with the
soaring mountains looking down and the sacred Ganga flowing
beside. One of the most prominent religious leaders in
modern times, Adi Shankaracharya, traversed this land in the
9th century AD. The Shankaracharya’s pilgrimage into the
hills was later codified into the great pilgrim circuit, and
gave a heightened sense of sacredness to this land of the
gods. Ever since, Rishikesh has been the stepping stone and
the first destination on a list of holy shrines and sites
stretching across the lofty Himalayas.
On arrival check in at hotel. Afternoon at leisure. Evening
Ganga Aarti of holy river Ganges.
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Overnight at hotel.
Day 04 In Rishikesh
Breakfast at hotel. This morning walk along the holy river
Ganges. It is a place of ashrams where solaces come to spend
their time in serenity of God. Visit the Shivananda Ashram
where discourses in English on Hindu religious texts can be
heard. Also visit Laxman Jhoola - a suspension bridge
spanning the Ganga. Time permitting, participate in a prayer
meeting and watch a yoga demonstration.
Overnight will be in Rishikesh.
Day 05 Rishikesh – Haridwar – Delhi By Road ( Approx 250
Kms / 05 Hours )
Breakfast at Hotel. Afterwards this morning depart for
Haridwar - means “Gateway to God” (24 kms from Rishikesh).
It is essentially a Hindu pilgrim town with the temples,
hermitage and dharamshalas along the bank of the river
Ganga. Also visit Har-ki-pauri, the most popular bathing
Ghat which has a footprint of Lord Vishnu, the Hindu God of
preservation, on stone.
Continue your journey to Delhi.
On arrival check in at hotel for overnight stay.
Day 06 Delhi – Varanasi ( Flight )
Breakfast in the hotel. Free till departure. Departure
transfer to the airport in time to connect the flight for
Varanasi. On arrival received and assisted in the transfer
to the hotel for check in.
“Evening visit Amrit Rao Peshwa Ghat to witness devotes
performing the “Ganga Aarti” which culminates in placing
tiny lamps or diyas on fragile leaves and floating them in
the shimmering waters of the ganga. as the sun sets, a
specially arranged cultural feast of dances and music
follows”.
Overnight at hotel.
Day 07 In Varanasi
Early morning excursion to holy river Ganges and visit by
boat the bathing ghats, cremation ghats. Watching people
bathing and worshipping at the ghats is one of the most
extraordinary experiences of a visit to India. Thereafter
visit the temples in the city. The Bharat Mata temple which
houses one of most perfect relief maps of India carved out
of the marble. The Durga temple, Tulsi manas mandir and
Banaras Hindu university.
Return back to the hotel for the breakfast. Enjoy your
buffet breakfast at the hotel and afterwards you start the
half day excursion to Sarnath
Sarnath : The site of the deer park where Gautama Buddha is
said to have given his first sermon about the basic
principles of Buddhism. It has been a premier centre for
Buddhism & has a rich collection of ancient Buddhist relics
& antiques comprising numerous Buddha & Bodhisattva images
on display at the Archaeological Museum.
After completing the sightseeing of Sarnath, you return back
to the hotel.
Overnight will be in Varanasi
Day 08 Varanasi - Allahabad – Varanasi By Road
( Return Journey Approx 250 Kms – 05 Hours )
Breakfast in the hotel. Afterwards embark on the full day
excursion to Allahabad - one of the holiest place for
Hindus. It is the venue of the famous Kumbh Mela and is the
place where Triveni sangam takes place (the confluence of
India’s three holy rivers - the Ganga, Yamuna and Saraswati.
Visit the sights with includes Anand Bhawan - ancestral home
of Pandit Jawahar Lal Nehru (First prime minister of India)
Triveni sangam, museum, palaces and gardens.
Return to Varanasi for overnight stay.
Day 09 Varanasi - Khajuraho ( Flight )
Breakfast in the hotel. Afterwards today assisted in your in
time transfer to airport to board flight for Khajuraho
-whose remarkable 11th century temples constantly amaze
visitors. On arrival met at the airport and assisted in your
transfer to the hotel.
Afternoon embark on the sightseeing of Khajuraho temple
carvings which potray much more than frank eroticism for
which they are famous. The imposing proportions of the
temples and their richly varied imagery will leave behind
lasting impressions.
Overnight at hotel.
Day 10 Khajuraho - Jhansi Via Orcha By Road ( Approx 175
Kms / 06 Hours )
Jhansi – Agra ( Train )
Breakfast in the hotel.
Afterwards this morning drive to Jhansi Via Orcha hich is
located at a distance of 19 Kms from Jhansi.
Orcha : It has a medieval town atmosphere attached to it.
The Betwa River quietly flows by the town. The 16th century
palaces & temples built by its Bundela rulers appear to be
suspended in time. You will visit
Orchha Fort complex. Within the Fort complex you visit
Jahangir Mahal, built by Raja Bir Singh Ju Deo in the 17th
century to commemorate the visit of Emperor Jehangir to
Orchha.
Raj Mahal, built in the 17th century by Madhukar Shah, the
deeply religious predecessor of Bir Singh Ju Deo. Also visit
Ram Raja temple, palace-turned-temple with soaring spires &
palatial architecture. Built by the King Madhukar Shah it is
one of the most unusual temples in India & the only place
where Lord Rama is worshipped as a King not as a deity.
Afterwards continue your drive to Jhansi, on arrival
transfer to the Jhansi railway Station to board the Train
for Agra .
On arrival in Agra received at the railway station and
assisted in the transfer to the Hotel.
Overnight will be in Agra.
Mark Twain said of this monument “You cannot keep your
emotions within bounds, when that soaring bubble of marble
breaks upon your view” Taj Mahal is like a silent rhapsody
that you will carry in your heart. You will also visit Agra
Fort, an impressive cluster of palaces, fortresses and
mosques on the banks of river Yamuna across the Taj Mahal.
Overnight at hotel.
Day 11 In Agra.
Enjoy your buffet breakfast at the hotel. After breakfast
you start the sightseeing trip to Taj Mahal and Agra Fort.
Taj Mahal : The 17th Century master piece named Taj Mahal
,which of course is the most splendid of all the buildings –
perhaps the most perfect architectural monument of the
world. It was built in the memory of the beloved wife Mumtaz
Mahal by one of greatest king of Mughal Empire Shah Jehan.
Agra Fort: Built primarily as a military establishment by
Emperor Akbar in 1565,the redstone Agra Fort, was partially
converted in to a palace during the tenure of Emperor Shah
Jehan. Though the principal structure was built by Akbar,
many more additions were made by his grandsons. This massive
fort is 2.5 Kms long and is considered the predecessor of
the Red Fort of New Delhi.
Afternoon embark on the excursion to Mathura a 45 minutes
drive from Agra, Mathura is one of the oldest towns situated
on the banks of river Yamuna. It is a pilgrimage city for
Hindus and the birth place of LORD KRISHNA. Visit the museum
and temples and thereafter, proceed to Vrindavan, a town of
temples with some of the most magnificent shrines in North
India.
Return to Agra for overnight stay.
Day 12 Agra – Jaipur By Road ( Approx 255 Kms – 06 Hours )
After breakfast drive to Jaipur enroute visit Fathepur Sikri
Fatehpur Sikri: A fascinating ghost town lies little beyond
Agra the deserted Red sandstone city that was built by
Emperor Akbar as his capital. It was a veritable fairy tale
city and its ruins are still in a pristine condition. It is
not hard to imagine what the court life would have been like
in the days of its grandeur. Set like a jewel in a court
yard of pink sandstone is the marble tomb of Saint Salim
Chisti, enclosed by delicately carved marble screens.
Afterwards you continue your drive to Jaipur. On arrival
check in to your hotel
Jaipur, capital of Rajasthan, also known as 'Pink City' is
surrounded by an ancient 20ft high wall and eight gates.
Situated at a distance of 280 km away from Delhi, today,
Jaipur is the personification of the old order influence the
new. An inherent interest for colour and design penetrated
over stratum of society, and jewelry, crafts and
architecture became objects of fascination equally between
prince and peasant. Jaipur is also the main tourist hub of
Rajasthan tourist circuit. From here you can reach out to
places like Jodhpur, Bikaner, Jaisalmer, Udaipur, Pushkar,
and many more such destinations from Jaipur. Jaipur is also
the third corner of the famed Golden Triangle tou rist
circuit of India along with Delhi and Agra
Rest of the evening free at leisure. Overnight at hotel.
Day 13 In Jaipur
After breakfast you embark on your sightseeing tour of Amer
Fort and Jaipur City.
Amer Fort : 11 Kms from Jaipur- A marvelous example of
Rajput architecture with its terraces and reflected in Matao
lake below. The magnificent old Citadel, a labyrinth of
massive walls and towers, shrouds an exquisite marble
palace, pillared and carved glimmering with a million tiny
mirrors, which creates tanatalising reflection effect. The
ascent to the fort is on a gaily caparisoned elephants.
Afternoon sightseeing of Jaipur City visit the
City Palace Museum : An imposing blend of traditional
Rajasthani and Mughal Art. The museum is resplendent with
its collection of robes of royal princess, carpets an
armoury of old weapons , miniature paintings portraying
court scenes , battle scenes and processions.
Janatar Mantar : (Observartory): Jantar Mantar, built
between 1728 and 1734, literally means the ‘instruments for
measuring the harmony of the heavens’. Jai Singh, the brain
behind the grand project, chose stone with marble facing.
This was the biggest of all his observatories and the only
one built of stone. He used it daily, often with his
astronomy gurus Pandit Jagannath and Kewal Ram. In all there
are 17 instruments in the Jantar Mantar complex. The
function of each instrument is rather complex but serves a
particular function where time plays the main theme.
Hawa Mahal : (Palace of Winds) : A five storeyed wonder with
a spectacular pyra midal façade and overhanging windows with
latticed screens, domes and spires.
After completing the sightseeing return back to the hotel
for overnight.
Day 14 Jaipur – Mumbai ( Flight )
This morning assisted in the transfer to airport to connect
the flight for Mumbai. On arrival in Mumbai received at the
airport and assisted in the transfer to the hotel.
Afternoon city sightseeing tour visiting the Gateway of
India built to commemorate the visit of King George V of
England in 1911. Visit the Hanging gardens situated on the
slopes of Malabar Hill, Prince of Wales Museum - a Victorian
domed structure housing the fine collection of miniature
painting and has three sections of Art, Archaeology and
Natural history. Other interesting sites are Mani Bhawan,
Dhobi Ghat and Crawford Market.
Overnight at Hotel.
Day 15 In Mumbai
Morning excursion to Elephanta Caves by Motor Launch.
Elephanta contains a fine cluster of 6th - 8th century
rock-cut caves. The sculptures are beautifully executed and
most outstanding of three is the Maheshmurthy or Trimurty -
a five meter high three headed bust hewn from single rock,
representing the three aspects of Shiva the Creator, the
Preserver and the Destroyer.
Return to Bombay.
Rest of the day free at leisure. Overnight will be in
Mumbai.
Day 16 Mumbai – Bangalore ( Flight )
Breakfast in the hotel. This morning assisted in your
transfer to airport to board the flight for Bangalore. On
arrival received and assisted in the transfer to the
airport.
Founded in 1537 by Kempgowda, a far sighted local chieftain,
Bangalore has blossomed into one of the Asia’s fastest -
growing cities. Bangalore combines the vibrant pace of a
modern metropolis with a quaint old - world charm. Perched
at a height of 3250 feet above sea level, its salubrious
climate play hosts to innumerable parks, gardens, lakes and
verdant tree lined avenues that gives it the Sobriquet “
Garden City “. Bangalore is the multifaceted jewel. Modern
marvels, historic monuments, bustling shopping plazas,
tranquil walking paths, rustling silks and fragrant
sandalwood exotic cuisine and friendly people.
This afternoon you visit the Vidhan Soudha housing the state
legislatures and secretariat, was conceived and executed by
Kangai Hunumanthaiya, the then Chief Minister, in 1956. It
is built entirely of Bangalore granite in Neo Dravadian
style. Directly opposite it stands the gothic structure of
the Attra Kacheri which houses the state high court. The
high court building was completed in 1668 and stands in the
green splendour of the Cubbon park laid out in 1864 by
Lieutenant General Sir Mark Cubbon. The Lalbagh Gardens,
laid out in 1760 by Hyder Ali has area of 240 acres. The
glass house inspired by crystal palace in London is a
favorite spot for picnickers and film makers, with its vast
grounds and Tudor style architecture.
Overnight at Hotel.
Day 17 In Bangalore
Breakfast in the hotel. This morning drive for the full day
excursion to Putthaparthi, which is the home of the modern
day saint, philosopher who is credited with benign powers,
SHRI SATYA SAI BABA. A legend in his own times, Sai Baba has
devotees around the world.
Return to Bangalore in the evening.
Overnight at Hotel.
Day 18 Bangalore – Mysore By Road ( Approx 140 Kms – 04
Hours )
Breakfast in the hotel. Afterwards drive to Mysore. 770
meters above sea level, the city of Mysore was once the
capital of Wodeyars. It still retains the quaint charm that
never fails to enchant. Arrive and check in at Hotels.
Overnight at Hotel.
Day 19 In Mysore
Breakfast in the hotel.
This morning you visit Mysore Palace once the residence of
Woodeyars, is one of the largest of its kind in India and
one of most splendid. This Indo - Sarcenic buildings has
among other things - a carved silver door, a solid gold
throne and a gallery of exquisite paintings. This afternoon
you visit Somnathpur - the Sri Channakeshara, built around
1260 AD during the heyday of Hoysala Kings, is at Somnathpur.
It’s an extremely beautiful and interesting buildings. The
walls of the star shaped temples are literally covered with
superb sculptures in stone depicting various scenes from the
Ramayana, Mahabharata, Bhagavad Gita and the life and the
times of Hoysala Kings. Not two friezes are al ike.
Overnight at Hotel.
Day 20 Mysore – Bangalore By Road ( Approx 140 Kms – 04
Hours )
Bangalore – Mumbai ( Flight )
Breakfast in the Hotel. Afterwards this morning drive back
to Bangalore. On arrival assisted in the transfer to the
airport to connect the flight for Mumbai. On arrival in
Mumbai received at the airport and assisted in the transfer
to the hotel.
Rest of the day free at leisure. Overnight at Hotel.
Day 21 Mumbai – Overseas ( Flight )
Breakfast at the hotel. Free till departure. This evening
you are assisted in the final departure to the International
Airport to board the flight back home.
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