Places Covered : Delhi - Agra - Ranthambhore - Jaipur - Udaipur -
Varanasi - Delhi
Duration
: 13 Nights / 14 Days.
Day 01 : Arrival
Delhi, India
Traditional Indian Welcome at the airport and transfer to Hotel by private vehicle.
DELHI : New Delhi, the capital and the third largest city of India is a fusion of the ancient and the modern. Standing along the West End of Gangetic Plain, the capital city, Delhi, unwinds a picture rich with culture, architecture and human diversity, deep in history, monuments, museums, galleries, gardens and exotic shows. Comprising of two contrasting yet harmonious parts, the Old Delhi and New Delhi, the city is a travel hub of Northern India. Narrating the city's Mughal past, Old Delhi, takes you through the labyrinthine streets passing through formidable mosques, monuments and forts. The imperial city of New Delhi displays the finely curved architecture of British Raj. It generates a mesmerizing charm reflecting well-composed and spacious streets under the shade of beautifully lined avenues of trees and tall and imposing government buildings.
Rest of the day free.
Overnight in the hotel.
Day 02 : Delhi
After breakfast, visit Old Delhi by the same vehicle with an English speaking guide:
Visit Rajghat, Red Fort, Jama Masjid, Chandni Chowk Bazar. Cycle rickshaw ride will be provided at the bazaar area.
Afternoon Visit India Gate, Humayun Tomb, Qutab Minar,
Overnight in the hotel.
Day 03 : Delhi - Agra
After breakfast, depart for the Mughal city of Agra by private vehicle – a leisurely 4 hours drive arriving Hotel by noon.
AGRA: Agra came into limelight during the rule of Afghan King Sikandar Lodhi - who had made it the capital of his empire. Later in 1526 A.D., the Mughal Emperor Babar took upon himself the task for rendering Agra, a unique character and beauty of its own The golden age of Agra's history, thus began to set in. The next few hundred years of Agra witnessed the rise of the pomp and pageantry of three great Mughal monarchs - Emperor Akbar, Jehangir and Shah Jahan - all of whom lavished on this fabled city, their love and riches immeasurable to transform the land into one of the great centers of art, culture, learning and commerce.
In the afternoon, visit the monument of love Taj Mahal - one of the
wonders of the world, by sunset.
Overnight in the hotel.
Day 04 : Agra
Today, after breakfast, depart for sightseeing of Agra Fort and Sikandra by the same vehicle with an English speaking guide:
Overnight in Hotel .
Day 05 : Agra - Ranthambhore National Park
Today drive to the jungle to spot the elusive tiger – (6 hours drive)
RANTHAMBHORE: The Ranthambhore forests were the former hunting grounds of the Maharajas of Jaipur and it was only in 1955 for the first time that this area was declared as the Sawai Madhopur Wildlife Sanctuary. In 1973 it was included as a potential area under `Project Tiger' and was the smallest of the nine areas selected. It was felt that this 392 sq.kms of dry deciduous habitat could viably sustain healthy tiger populations. In 1980 it was notified as a National Park. Today Project Tiger Ranthambhore is responsible for the management of 627.13 sq.kms and included in 1992 is also the Keladevi Sanctuary under this same umbrella of management, taking the total area to 1174 sq.kms with 392 sq.kms as the core.
Overnight in Hotel
Day 06 : Ranthambhore
In Ranthambhore –Early in the morning, enjoy game drive into the jungle and again in the afternoon - another game drive to see the wild animals.
Overnight in the hotel.
Day 07 : Ranthambhore - Jaipur
After breakfast, drive to the pink city of Jaipur by the same vehicle arriving Hotel in the afternoon.
JAIPUR : Jaipur is a reservoir of the architectural wonders embracing the rich legacy of India. The remnants of the bygone era boast of the royalty of Jaipur. There are many forts and monuments in Jaipur that are worth seeing. Amber Fort, Jaigarh Fort and Nahargarh Fort are the three antique forts that provide the spectacular view of the city. In the heart of Jaipur, there lies the stunning City Palace. The Pink city marks its impact with the sight of the amazing Hawa Mahal.
Overnight in the hotel.
Day 08 : Jaipur
After breakfast, depart for an excursion to Amber Fort by the same vehicle with an English speaking
guide and
Elephant ride up to the Palace will be provided.
In the afternoon, do sightseeing of Jaipur city visiting The City
Palace, Hawa Mahal, Jantar Mantar.
Overnight in the Hotel.
Day 09 : Jaipur
In Jaipur.
Day 10 : Jaipur - Udaipur
Early morning transfer to the airport and
Depart Jaipur.
Arrive Udaipur and transfer to Hotel by private vehicle.
UDAIPUR: Located around the shimmering clear blue water lakes, Udaipur also know as the Lake City of India is a delightful blend of sights, sounds and experiences. Carrying a distinct identity of being a romantic city, Udaipur is an inspiration for the imagination of the poets, painters and writers....." The exquisitely carved marble palaces, impressively laid out gardens and the beautiful blue lakes make The terrain of the hills and ravines of Aravallis give Udaipur a totally unique charm that distinguish it from any other destination in India.
After settling in the hotel, depart for sightseeing of Udaipur city with an English speaking guide
visiting The City Palace, Sahelion Ki Bari, Jagdish Temple.
Overnight in the hotel.
Day 11 : Udaipur
Morning at leisure.
In the afternoon, enjoy boat ride on Lake Pichola.
Overnight in the hotel.
Day 12 : Udaipur - Varanasi
Early in the morning, transfer to the airport
and
Depart Udaipur. Arrive Delhi,
Change Flight and
Depart Delhi.
Arrive Varanasi and you will be received at the Station and transferred to Hotel by private vehicle.
VARANASI : Picturesquely situated on the crescent shaped left bank of the holy Ganga, Varanasi is probably one of the most ancient living cities in India. From time immemorial it has been a great religious center for Hindus and one of their most sacred places of pilgrimage, being visited by millions of people every year. According to the Hindu mythology, Varanasi liberates soul from human body to the ultimate. It is the Ganga Ghats of Varanasi that complement the concept of divinity and are perhaps the holiest spots of Varanasi. The Ganga are full of pilgrims who flock to the place to take a dip in the holy Ganges, which is believed to absolve one from all sins.
In the afternoon, enjoy a city tour of Varanasi city visiting
Vishwanath Temple, Durga Temple, Gyanyapi Mosque and
Evening witness "Aarti on the banks of the holy river.
Overnight in the hotel.
Day 13 : Varanasi
Early morning, enjoy boat ride on River Ganges:
Return to the hotel for breakfast.
After breakfast, depart for an excursion to Sarnath by the same vehicle & guide:
Overnight in the hotel.
Day 14 : Varanasi - Delhi
Morning free.
In the afternoon, transfer to the airport and
Depart Varanasi
Arrive Delhi and
Depart Delhi
End of tour.
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