Day 01. Delhi (Arrival)
Fly from your country to Delhi – The Political and Cultural Capital of Incredible India.
Upon arrival you will be met at the airport and transferred to
your hotel. Our airport representative or your leader will be
waiting for you in the arrival hall located after passing out
of the customs area and beyond the airport travel desks and exchange
counters. Look out for the Peregrine signboard. The drive from
the airport to the hotel is around 45 minutes. Most flights arrive
in Delhi in the late evening so the rest of the day is at leisure.
If you have arrived early your leader will brief you with sightseeing
options.
Day 02. Old & New Delhi
After breakfast in the morning at the hotel leave for full day
sightseeing of Old and New Delhi . Drive into the heart of India’s
Capital to explore Old Delhi visiting the famous Jamia Masjid,
walk through the Chandini Chowk and India’s oldest and busiest
market, Sish Ganj gurudwara, Enjoy rickshaw ride in narrow alleys
of old Delhi through Kinari Bazaar and the 400 years old Chandni
Chowk, Red Fort, stop for photos at the colorful market before
finishing the Victorian Cannaught Place – One of the most
prominent architectural remnants of British Rule. Later visit
Birla Temple, Lotus Temple, Akshardham Temple (Lakshminarayan
Temple), Humanyu Tomb, Crematory of Mahatma Gandhi, Parliament
House, Presidential House, India Gate, Government buildings &
Qutab Minar and other countless monuments. In the evening you
will have time for shopping activities.
Return to the Hotel for overnight stay.
Day 03. New Delhi - Agra ( 230 Km, 04 hours )
After breakfast in the morning at the hotel check out and drive
to Agra . Arrive in the city of Love and commitment. Check into
the hotel. After change and wash visit one of the wonders of the
world, Taj Mahal (monument of love) - built by 5th
great Mughal Emperor Shahi Jahan in the memory as mausoleum of
his beloved queen Anjuman Bano Begum ( with love emperor called
her Mumtaz ). After her death in 1627 AD, in her memory emperor
started to built Taj Mahal ( Taj means crown & Mahal means
Palace, so it is Crown Palace ) from 1631 to 1653 AD with 22000
labors working since sun rise to sun set in 22 years. It is the
romantic origin of Taj as much as its architectural splendor that
has led to its fame worldwide. Actually an integrated complex
of many structures The Taj Mahal is considered the finest example
of Mughal architecture, itself a combination of Islamic, Hindu,
Persian and Turkish elements. Built in pure white marble which
was transported from Makrana in Rajasthan by the help of animals
Taj Mahal is one of the man made wonder’s of the world. Later
in the day visit Agra Fort which was built by three emperors,
Akbar & Jahangir in red sand stone & Shahi Jahan in white
marble. The Fort is 2.5 Km long and during Mughal rule 1/3rd of
the Fort was occupied by the army. When British ruled India ,
they repeated same tradition and now traditionally Indian army
has occupied the same. Afterwards visit Itma-ud-ullha the baby
Taj.
Return back to the hotel for overnight stay.
Day 04. Agra – Fatehpur Sikri – Jaipur ( 240 Km,
05 hours)
After breakfast in the morning at the hotel check out and drive
to Jaipur. Enroute visit one of the most important places of Mughal
Era – The Fatehpur Sikri – the abandoned Mughal Kingdom
, founded by Akbar in 1569 AD as a ceremonial capital. But unfortunately
this magnificent city was abandoned due to scarcity of drinking
water and Akbar went back to Agra . Walk the aisles of the Jama
Masjid mosque, entered by way of the impressive Victory Gate,
and lose yourself in the throngs of pilgrims at the tomb of the
Sufi saint Salim Chisti, his white marble-encased tomb enclosed
within the Jama mosque's central courtyard. Considered the crowning
architectural legacy of Akbar (who also built the Red Fort) and
still almost perfectly preserved, today the site is protected
as a UNESCO World Heritage site. Continue your drive to Jaipur.
This historic city was founded by Maharaja Swai Jai Singh in 1727
AD after shifting his capital from Amber valley to newly formed
and planned city of its time after consulting so many maps of
the world and finally organized own religious map Shilpa Shastra
with the help of a young Bengali architect Vidyadhar Batacharya.
Maharaja Swai Jai Singh was a builder, astronomer, astrologer,
soldier, and philosopher. Presently, Jaipur is the capital of
Rajasthan & is world famous as the Pink City . Wide-avenued
Jaipur is one of the most important heritage cities in India ,
and home to India ’s second most visited site. Arrive and
your first Stop will be at Amber Fort where from Elephants will
carry you to the famous Amber Fort, the elephant ride gives you
the experience and impression of how Maharajas & royal family
members were using the services of elephants. Visit the Amber
Fort. Later drive ahead and check into your hotel. Evening is
for your leisure activities.
Overnight stay is at Hotel.
Day 05 Jaipur
After breakfast in the morning at the hotel go for a full day
sightseeing of the beautiful historic Pink City . You will visit
the marvelous City Palace – the current generation
of the Maharajas (King) still live here, Museum, Astrological
Observatory, Hawa Mahal (wind palace) where from royal
ladies were watching daily processions and daily life. Constructed
of red and pink sandstone highlighted with white lime, the five-storied
facade is peppered with 953 small windows. The breeze (hawa) that
comes through the windows keeps it cool even in hot months, and
gives the palace its name. Evening is for shopping in the busy
streets and some excellent souvenir shops.
Return to the hotel for overnight stay.
Day 06 JAIPUR – PUSHKAR / AJMER
After breakfast in the morning you have time for leisure activities.
Later check out and drive to Ajmer . The 14 kms onward drive through
the Snake Mountains will reach you to Pushkar. Pushkar is one
of the places with highly prestigious sites for both Hindu and
Muslim Religions in the world. While Pushkar is known for the
only temple in the world of Lord Brahma- the god of creation,
Ajmer is globally known for the Mazaar of Khwaja Moinuddin Chishty.
People come to pray to the lords for the fulfillment of their
desires, it is said whoever visit these places in their lifetimes
their desires gets fulfilled soon. It is also known as Tirth Raj-
the Raj (king) of pilgrim center. No pilgrimages of Hindu or Muslims
are considered to be complete until the pilgrim bathes in the
sacred waters of Pushkar Lake or he presents a holy sheet at the
Dargaah (Muslim shrine). Indeed Pushkar is so sacred that no eggs,
meat or alcohols are allowed within the city.
Arrive and check into the hotel / dessert resort, enjoy the traditional
Rajasthani Folk Music, Dance, Puppet shows. Later take Camel ride
on the nearby sand dunes Pushkar also hold biggest annual Camel
& Craft Fair, which is known all over the world. In the evening
visit the Lake, Temple or the Mazaar or carry on with the leisure
activities.
Overnight stay is at the Hotel / Desert resort.
Day 07 Pushkar – Udaipur
In the morning after breakfast at the hotel / resort check out
and drive to Udaipur . Popularly known as the “ Venice of
the East,” Udaipur is famous worldwide for its plethora of
breathtaking lakes and Raj-era palaces. Most famous of these,
and certainly the most photographed, is the Lake Palace , an island-palace
where the white marble buildings (now a hotel) entirely cover
a small island in Pichola Lake . Originally known as the Jag Niwas,
the palace took three years to build and was inaugurated in 1746.
The city’s lakes—Pichola Lake, Fateh Sagar, Udai Sagar
and Swaroop Sagar—are considered among the most beautiful
in Rajasthan at an altitude of 577 MSL surrounded by the Aravalli
Hills. Udaipur was founded by Maharana Udai Singh in 1559 AD,
(Maha means great & Rana means warrior, so Maharana means
a great warrior).
Arrive and check in at the hotel. Evening is free for leisure
activities in and around the hotel in this beautiful city of lakes.
Overnight stay is at the hotel.
Day 08 Udaipur
After breakfast in the morning at the hotel go for full day sightseeing
of Udaipur visiting The City Palace, Jagdish Temple built in 1651
AD, Fatehsagar Lake , and Sahalion Ki Bari (the Garden of Maidens
). Afternoon enjoy Boat Ride in Lake Pichola to visit Jagmandir
Island . Later in the evening enjoy exciting cultural folk dances
of Rajasthan at Meera Kala Mandir.
Return to Hotel for overnight stay.
Day 09. Udaipur – Goa (Flight)
After breakfast at the hotel check out and transfer to the airport
to take your flight to Goa (via Mumbai). Arrive Goa , you will
be greeted at the airport and transferred to the hotel / resort
for check in. rest of the day is free for leisure activities in
and around the hotel. Enjoy the evening on the beautiful sand
beaches of Goa.
Overnight stay is at the hotel / resort.
Day 10. Goa
After breakfast at the hotel the day is free for your own leisure
activities. Take a stroll around the scenic beaches of Goa , or
engage yourself in the fun filled water sports adventure activities
or relax in the resort. In the evening you may go for the Boat
Cruise on the river Mandovi and spend the entire evening on the
boat hosting the colorful gala music and dance show.
Return back to the hotel / resort for Overnight stay.
Day 11. Goa
After breakfast at the hotel go for a half day sightseeing of
North and South Goa visiting different beaches, different ancient
churches, Old Goa, Dauna Paula, Panjim City, free shopping time
to buy some souvenirs.
Return back to the hotel / resort for overnight stay.
Day 12. Goa – Mumbai (Flight)
After breakfast at the hotel check out and transfer to the airport
to take your connecting flight to Mumbai. Mumbai is the commercial
capital of India with most of the economic future platforms and
hubs located there. It also portrays excellent glimpses of the
early British rule. Some beautiful architectural buildings signify
the culture of the British rule. The most hustling bustling town
of India has much more to offer for the tourist than only the
business and economic part. You will be greeted upon arrival at
Mumbai airport and transferred to the hotel for check in. Evening
is free for leisure activities in and around your hotel on the
beach. You may take some optional tour if required.
Overnight stay is at the hotel.
Day 13 Mumbai
After breakfast at the hotel in the morning go for a half day
sightseeing of Mumbai town visiting the Gateway of India, Marine
Drive , and some old British time monumental buildings. Evening
is free for shopping and leisure activities.
Overnight stay is at the hotel.
Day 14. Mumbai – Aurangabad (Flight)- Ajanta Caves (1.5hr)
After breakfast at the hotel in the morning check out and transfer
to the domestic airport to board connecting flight to Aurangabad
to visit the world famous Ajanta caves. The Buddhist Caves of
Ajanta were discovered by the British officers in 1819 while tiger
hunting. Ajanta Caves were first mentioned in the writings of
the Chinese pilgrim Hiuen Tsang who visited India between A.D
629 and 645. The Caves at Ajanta are older than those at Ellora
, which date from about 200 B.C to 650 A.D. Thirty beautiful Buddhist
Caves with mesmerizing sculptures and paintings depicting Buddha's
life as well the lives of the Buddha in his previous births. Five
of these Caves are Chaityas (Place of worship) while the other
twenty-five are Viharas (monasteries). Ajanta Caves are the world’s
heritage Unesco site.
You will be received at the airport by our representative and
transferred to the hotel for check in. After change and wash drive
for 1.5 hrs from Aurangabad so as to reach the Ajanta Caves. Till
evening you can explore the Ajanta caves.
Return to the hotel in Aurangabad for overnight stay.
Day 15 Aurangabad – Ajanta caves – Aurangabad
After breakfast at the hotel in the morning you will be taken
for a full day excursion tour of Ajanta caves. After full day
excursion tour return back to the hotel for overnight stay.
Day 16 Aurangabad - Delhi – (Flight) – Onwards
Journey
After breakfast in the morning at the hotel check out and transfer
to the airport to board connecting flight to Delhi . Upon arrival
in Delhi , depending upon your flight timings you will have time
to explore the city and local markets, or transfer to the international
airport to board connecting flight and fly back to your country
with the everlasting memories of the magnificent glimpses of Incredible
India.
