Holiday package India

Welcome to a soulful experience of vacationing in India, the cradle of ancient civilization with rich cultural heritage. Experience the sights and sounds of its amazing diversity that is embedded in its geography, people and their cultures. Explore the gifts of nature and the timeless marks of man-kind that dot the landscape of this country.

Duration : 19 nights / 20 days

Destinations Covered : Delhi - Varanasi - Khajuraho - Gwalior - Agra - Jaipur - Ranthambore - Pushkar - Udaipur - Jodhpur - Jaisalmer - Bikaner - Mandawa - Delhi

Day 1 - New Delhi

Welcome in India  , city tour of New Delhi. Visit Humayuns Tomb, Qutab Minar, Overnight in Hotel.

Day  2 - New Delhi

New Delhi is a city that breathes history as well as modernity. you see the Red fort (Lal Qila), built by the same Mughal emperor who built the Taj Mahal; Jama Masjid, Raj Ghat & the Qutab Minar & drive through the colonial buildings with (photo stops enroute) which still retain its complete charm.

Day 3 - New Delhi Flight to Varanasi

flight for Varanasi - the essence of spiritual India. Formerly called Benaras, it is one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in the world. Take a short excursion to Sarnath, the place where Lord Buddha delivered his first sermon. The most prominent structure here is the Dhameka Stupa.

Day 4 - Varanasi

Oldest inhabited city of the world : Enjoy an enlightening boat ride at dawn to see the pilgrims doing their devotions in the River Ganges set against the back drop of the centuries old temples - perhaps one of the most impressive sights in the world. Later visit the Banaras Hindu University(a center of education in Sanskrit, Indian Art, culture & music) and Durga (Goddess of Power) Temple.

Rest of the day at your discretion with vehicle at your disposal. In the evening attend Aarti ceremony at ghat of Ganges.

 

Day 5 - Varanasi  Flight to Khajuraho

Fly to Khajuraho - a quaint town famous for 10th century Hindu and Jain temples. After checking in at the hotel visit these temples that are a UNESCO World Heritage Site for their beautiful and erotic rock carvings. After the decline of the Chandela dynasty, the temples remained obscure under dense forest cover for many years. It was later discovered by a British army engineer.

Day 6 - Khajuraho - Gwalior (275 km / 6-7 hrs)

Drive to Gwalior, Visit the massive Gwalior Fort, popularly called Gibraltar of India. The great Mughal Emperor Babur described it as, "The pearl in the necklace of the forts of Hind". Also visit mausoleum of 16th century Sufi saint Mohammed and tomb of MianTansen (one of the ‘Nine Jewels’ of Emperor Akbar’s court) an extraordinary singer who could light lamps with his voice.

Day  7 - Gwalior - Agra (120 km / 3 hrs)

Drive to “Sikendra” where we visit the mausoleum of Mughul emperor Akbar, the most brilliant medieval Indian ruler. Later drive to Agra, home to one of the Seven Wonders of the world-the Taj Mahal. The architectural splendor of the mausoleums, the fort and the palaces is a vivid reminder of the opulence of the legendary Mughal emperors.

Visit Taj Mahal – the epitome of love; AgraFort & in time permits, the tomb of Itmadullah.

Day  8 - Agra - Jaipur (235 km / 5 hrs)

Drive for Agra En-route Visit Fatehpur Sikri, a UNESCO World heritage site. It was a short lived capital of Mughal Empire (for 10 years only) as it later had to be abandoned due to shortage of water.

The beautiful pink city – Jaipur was painted pink to honor the visit of Price Albert in 1876. Rajputs considered it a color of hospitality & ceremony. Enjoy a traditional Rajasthani meal for Dinner at an ethnic resort in the evening.

Day  9 - Jaipur

Pink City : Enjoy a guided sightseeing tour of city including a visit to the Amber fort, which you climb on an elephant's back or by a jeep. The main attractions are the Sukh Mandir (Temple of Contentment – an aptly named pleasure chamber, cooled by a stunning water cascade) and the Sheesh Mahal (Mirror palace) here. Also see the architectural marvels like the Palace of wind, Jantar Mantar (the observatory) & the City Palace complex.

Evening is free for shopping in the colorful bazaars of Jaipur.

Day  10 - Jaipur - Ranthambore (176 km / 4 hrs)

 After breakfast drive for Ranthambhore. Go for an afternoon safari and have an overnight stay there.

Day  11 - Ranthambore

Ranthambore National Park for Wildlife Viewing in the morning and afternoon. Enjoy dinner and a night stay at the resort.

Ranthambore National Park is located in Sawai Madhopur. It is one of the biggest national parks in Rajasthan state of India. With an area of 392 km², the park is one of Project Tiger Reserves of India. Ranthambore National Park is acknowledged for holding a large population of tigers. Other wild animals found in the woods of the park include dhole, leopard, hyena, nilgai, chital, wild boar, sambar and sloth bear. overnight stay at Hotel.

Day  12 - Ranthambore - Pushkar (284 km / 6 hrs)

Holy city of Rajasthan : Driving northwards we reach the holy city of Rajasthan “PUSHKAR”. With one of the very few temples in India dedicated to lord Brahma, the Creator, Pushkar is the venue of an internationally acclaimed annual camel fair. Also visit the various ghats of Pushkar lake.

Day  13 - Pushkar - Udaipur (300 km / 6 hrs)

Venice of India: We drive towards Udaipur. The city of lakes Udaipur is often referred to as the 'Venice of the east'.

Day at your discretion with vehicle at disposal. In the evening enjoy boat ride tour over lake Pichola with the backdrop of sun set.

Day  14 - Udaipur

City of Lakes : We visit the city palace complex (the Mor Chowk or the Peacock courtyard in it with its walls covered with a dramatic glass mosaic relief of dancing peacocks catches attention); the Jagdish temple & the garden of the maids (saheliyon ki badi).

Day  15 - Udaipur - Jodhpur (270 km / 5 - 6 hrs)

Blue city: Drive to Jodhpur – the Blue City. En route visit the famous Jain temple at Ranakpur.

Climb up the majestic Mehrangarh fort (one of the best preserved fort with modern techniques of audio guides). Also visit the marble cenotaph at Jaswant Thada. Evening free to shop. You may have a dinner atop the fort.

Day  16 - Jodhpur - Jaisalmer (305 km / 6 hrs)

Golden Oasis : Drive to reach the golden oasis called Jaisalmer. Here it appears as if a master-craftsman took one huge piece of sandstone and patiently carved out the entire city. For the second half of the day we explore the beautiful man made lake Gadsisar (the only source of water Jaisalmer had for years) & the royal cenotaphs at Bada Bagh.

Day  17 - Jaisalmer

Rolling Sand Dunes : We visit one of the most exotic forts of Rajasthan in the first half of the day exploring it from every nook and corner and take some delightful pictures. Then drive towards the rolling sand dunes to enjoy camel safari over the dunes.

Day  18 - Jaisalmer - Bikaner (355 km / 7 hrs)

Morning Drive To Bikaner.

Start the day by visiting the unusual Junagarh Fort. Unusual because, unlike all the major forts of Rajasthan which are on hilltops, this one was built on the desert plains itself. Also visit the camel breeding farm.

Day  19 - Bikaner - Mandawa (200 km / 4 hrs)

Paintings, Havelis & Frescos: Drive to the famous rat temple at Deshnok and later to Shekhavati Region, a cluster of closely knit small towns and villages. Unlike other places in Rajasthan where the main attraction is generally forts and palaces, Shekhavati is known for its painted walls. The whole region is dotted with elaborately frescoed Havelis (mansions) most of which were raised by ace Indian businessmen who belonged to this place. It appears as if one is moving in an open-air Art Gallery.

Day  20 - Mandawa - New Delhi (270 km / 6 hrs)

The Tour Ends: Day at your own at your own till drop at Delhi International airport to board flight for your onwards journey.